I don’t always offer mini sessions, but this spot is a favorite for when I do! The trees at this park are perfect for morning to early afternoon sessions. If you’d like a no-fuss quick family session, click this link to sign up! * Sara Hilton is a Palatine Mini Sessions photographer who works outdoors...
This beautiful mama wanted a pretty Palatine maternity photography session, and I was thrilled when she agreed to use this beautiful forest preserve I have never been able to use for a client session! These lovely people were such good sports, the area we used is a long walk from the parking lot and they...
It’s that time of year where you realize, “I didn’t get any family photos taken, and it’s cold out now!” Luckily for us, mother nature is smiling and this weekend will be gorgeous! Once per year I offer evergreen mini sessions in a beautiful little spot in Palatine, and this year I’m doing them much...
Palatine winter photos are some of my favorites, there are so many areas in my town that make perfect backdrops! This family wanted some easy and beautiful family portraits last December, and I wasn’t prepared for how great they would look! Props to mom for styling her family so well, it made capturing the kids...
I was thrilled when these repeat clients wanted to do a Palatine snow session in my favorite winter spot! Of course there are challenges with outdoor sessions in the cold midwest winters, but we are usually done so quickly it is no problem at all! This mom cherishes pictures of her family, and is planning...
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New baby bliss!
I have had the pleasure of photographing this family for years, and every new member of their family is as cute as the last!
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I just love capturing all the little baby details! Wishing this family so much joy as they soak in their new life with their little one.
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Officially wrapping up 2025! 🎉
Going back through my 2025 sessions, I am reminded of all the fun times I had with my amazing clients! Forgive me for not doing an official recap of all of those great sessions. This winter has been a difficult one, and I am just now getting back into business mode. Looking forward to sharing some sessions that I’ve had recently, and my books for spring and summer are now open! PS: note to self to take more videos when it’s cold out 🤣
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Engagement session in the 🌨️
This couple had their engagement session planned for last Saturday, and it turned out to be the coldest day. As soon as we arrived the blowing snow started, but we managed to get these beautiful images anyway! I love the photos so much, congrats to the couple! ❤️
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Happy New Year! 🎉
Please enjoy our holiday card, a tribute to the band @theleisurecollective who created the soundtrack of my year. Hope your 2026 is as cool as their songs and this look. 👏
