Happy New Year from this Palatine family photographer! 2023 was the busiest year yet for my business! I used to have so few sessions that every year I could make prints and write out personalized holiday cards to each client. This year, I had so much work that time flew by and I didn’t get...
If you have an incoming high school senior, or one that is graduating soon, you may wonder when the best time for senior portraits is. It really just depends on what you want! As a chicagoland senior photographer, I love each season for different reasons. I made this visual guide to help clients visualize the...
With the quality of cell phone cameras today, you might be wondering why you need to hire someone to take your child’s senior portraits. You might feel overwhelmed by picking what photographer to use (there are so many of us!), finding a date that works with your senior’s busy schedule, or the expense of hiring...
This is the season for class of 2022 seniors to get ready for their next chapter! I love how spring is full of promise: warmer weather, events, flowers blooming, and all the graduation plans. It’s a beautiful time of year to capture the perfect senior pictures for our outgoing class! I decided to do a...
I was so excited to work with this gorgeous dancer for a stunning session in the snow! Downtown Palatine was a great backdrop to show off her jumps and poses, while the fresh snow made the whole session magical. I cannot choose a favorite background from this set! Enjoy these photos, and be sure to...
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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. 👏
