Posts Tagged ‘lifestyle portraiture’

Kathy + Jason Engaged! | Creative Chicago Engagement Photography

Kathy + Jason Engaged! | Creative Chicago Engagement Photography

As you may or may not know… Eric has entered wholeheartedly into the home brew world and has been producing some pretty tasty beverages. When we discovered a shared love of home brew with Kathy and Jason, we knew we’d be a great match. All this year we have been pushing our clients to truly … Continue reading


Katie + Matt = Taryn | Chicago Modern Family Photography

Katie + Matt = Taryn | Chicago Modern Family Photography

When I arrived there was warm pumpkin bread cooking filling their cozy home with cinnamon and cloves. I love photographing in homes. It is so deeply satisfying capturing the uniqueness of each family. It is such a gift to photograph the ordinary, to treasure what we live each and every day. The images hold such deep emotion … Continue reading


Veronica + Bill Married! | Secret Wedding | Outdoor Chicago Wedding Photography

Veronica + Bill Married! | Secret Wedding | Outdoor Chicago Wedding Photography

Another secret wedding!! Remember the first one? I am so thrilled to be a part of so many people so in love they are running off and getting married!! And another one THIS upcoming weekend! So check back next week for secret wedding #3! I was thrilled to again be a part of such an … Continue reading


Miss Sammie | Chicago Modern Family Photography

Miss Sammie | Chicago Modern Family Photography

This session was just plain fun. It is obvious to see that these three are happy to be with one another and to be a family. We played. We ran around trees, we picked flowers, we sat in the grass and they giggled as they chased one another. Sammie can tend to be shy, but … Continue reading


The Lowrey Family & Miss Zola || Lifestyle Portrait.

The Lowrey Family & Miss Zola || Lifestyle Portrait.

Meet Miss Zola. She is a cute six month old little girl that is obsessed with her cute red shoes and making friends with the kitty. She bursts into a toothless grin when her Dad plays the ukulele and makes sure Mom is always in view. Keep a close watch on her and those beautiful … Continue reading


Lifestyle Portraits: Lindsay + Michael = Max

Lifestyle Portraits: Lindsay + Michael = Max

Meet beautiful brand new baby boy Max. He is only one week old. Life is so incredible. Every time I see new life I am in awe. It never ever gets old. Every tiny part of him is perfectly made. Lindsay and Michael are doting over this little one getting used to the world.


Portrait: The Nack Family

Portrait: The Nack Family

Saturday was a much needed break from all the gray dreary weather in exchange for loads of bright, cheerful sunshine . I hadn’t seen the Nack clan since August when we photographed an extended family portrait, where I met all of the cousins and grandparents, aunts and uncles etc. I love that my job is … Continue reading


Portrait: Anderson

Portrait: Anderson

Meet Anderson. This lovely family and I are neighbors, who knew! I just threw my camera bag on and walked a few blocks to their lovely home. I love shooting in my neighborhood. It is such a treat to get to know those around us. Camaraderie of sorts. Anderson is as content as can be … Continue reading


Portrait: David + Jen = Zadie

Portrait: David + Jen = Zadie

Zadie is only two weeks old. She is beautiful and perfect with two loving attentive parents…. just as it should be. Jen and I had picked out a previous date but Zadie had not made her debut yet! So we waited a few more weeks for her to arrive and adjust to the world around … Continue reading


New Life.

New Life.

Last weekend was unlike any other weekend I have experienced. I was privaledged to watch new life come into this world. About a month ago, I received this email from my dear friend Kristie, ” As we have set out on this journey for the third time and as my passion for birth and women … Continue reading


Raymond- 6 months

Raymond- 6 months

This little man is ridiculously charming and hard not to fall for. He was working his magic and I fell hard. His mom is incredibly beautiful and hospitable from the moment you meet her. Lisa, thanks for the Diet Coke and I DO NOT thank you for the introduction to those Wheat Thin chips. Man … Continue reading


Family Portrait- Toals

Family Portrait- Toals

This family is beautiful, vibrant and full of little feet pattering around the house. Janel called to do a 7 month portrait of Isabel, but I convinced her to do some family stuff too. My favorite thing about this family, is their honesty. Blunt, raw real people living life. Blessings on your growing family , … Continue reading


Family Portrait I’m working on.

Family Portrait I’m working on.

So yes, normally when you don’t hear from me, its cause I’m hiding. It means that I have really fabulous things to tell you, but I don’t have them quite done. Well I can’t take it any longer…… Yes, its true, I’m hiding the Toals Family Portrait from you. They are a ridiculously good looking … Continue reading


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Inspiration Shoot | Woodland Wedding Photography
Inspiration Shoot | Woodland Wedding Photography

I am so very excited to bring you this Woodland Inspiration Shoot.  A group of talented vendors got together wanting an inspirational shoot void of pastels and pretty pinks to bring imagery to the bride with a love of nature and the beauty in the barren winter months. Katie from Jayne Weddings first hatched this … Continue reading


Whimsical Bride | Sneak Peek of Muted Woodland Inspiration
Whimsical Bride | Sneak Peek of Muted Woodland Inspiration

One shot as a fun Sneak Peek to what I will be posting on Thursday!! Katie from Jayne Weddings , Kelly from Fleur and I got together to brainstorm a wedding inspiration shoot that was void of pastels and appealed to a love of nature and the barren months of winter.  This gorgeous dress was … Continue reading


Fine Art Botanics | Personal.
Fine Art Botanics | Personal.

This week started my yearly class at Chicago Botanic Garden teaching Macro Photography in the greenhouse. It is always a welcome change of pace for me to communicate the technicalities of the camera, meet new students and spend some time away from the computer.  I wander with my class in the green humidity and it relaxes … Continue reading


Featured by Style Me Pretty!
Featured by Style Me Pretty!

We are so honored to see Catherine & Sean’s modern wedding up on Style Me Pretty this afternoon! Go have a look!  


Kristine & Nathan | Rainy Engagement Photography
Kristine & Nathan | Rainy Engagement Photography

I love rainy day sessions.  I know for many a rainy forecast for your session can be a disappointment, but they always end up being so personal and a day to remember. Kristine is so flexible and relaxed so this forecast didn’t even concern her.  We hopped in a cab and popped around downtown with … Continue reading


Noah 9 months | Modern Baby Photography
Noah 9 months | Modern Baby Photography

Remember sweet Noah at 3 months?  Click here to see how much he’s grown!  This little mister is hard not to fall for.  He has such a sunny disposition and kept giggling and smiling at me with those beautiful chocolate brown eyes.  It is always a joy to spend time with him and his Mom! … Continue reading