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family and newborn picture ideas

Time really does fly, doesn’t it? It feels like just yesterday Kelsey and I were sharing laughs in our college sorority, and now here we are with growing families of our own. Life has come full circle, and watching her journey has been such a joy. She and her husband recently welcomed their sweet baby […]

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Chicago Garfield Park Conservatory engagement session

Engagement photos are a beautiful way to tell a couple’s story. When they include thoughtful, personal touches, they become even more meaningful. Filip and Ashley’s Garfield Park Conservatory engagement session was a perfect example of how a shared symbol—in their case, the fern—can add layers of significance to the photos. Filip proposed to Ashley in […]

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elopement at Trump Tower Chicago

Kristen and Catherine eloped in mid-December with one of the most thoughtful and intimate celebrations I’ve ever been lucky enough to be a part of. This Christmas-loving duo held a warm and inviting elopement ceremony with their families in a suite at Trump Tower Chicago, which was the perfect setting for their big day. Holiday Elopement […]

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fall family session chicago

The Saul Family found me through previous clients, and I was so excited to work with this amazing crew! We met at a new-to-me location for their fall family session. Somehow, in my six years photographing families, this was my first time at Humboldt Park in Chicago—but I am certain it will not be my […]

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chicago milestone photography

Milestone photography is my favorite! My darling 2019 couple transitioned into parenthood, and I got to capture their new life as a family of three. We had the most beautiful fall morning and Olive Park basically to ourselves. I always forget how magical the colors are during this time of the year, and each autumn, […]

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at home photoshoot ideas

Martina and Grahm’s wedding was just over one year ago, and what better way to celebrate their anniversary than with an intimate in-home couple’s session? I was so excited to be reunited with their darling pup Melrose, who made a surprise guest appearance at the wedding last year. (Grahm earned big brownie points by surprising Martina […]

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wedding at The Arbory

I just have to showcase this gorgeous fall wedding at The Arbory before the season ends and we head into the winter holidays. These two were so easy to celebrate. Kelsey and Michael are easygoing, fun-loving, and very much in love. I had so much fun getting ready with them on their special day and […]

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Chicago elopement

A sunrise elopement is always a fabulous idea, especially in the City by the Lake. ✨ I spent the most magical morning with Sam and Brendan on the sparkling shores of Lake Michigan before they eloped at City Hall. The sunrise was breathtaking, and the only thing more beautiful in this Chicago elopement was Sam and Brendan’s beaming smiles […]

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