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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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.

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






