I've loved taking photos of this cute family for the last several years. I was so thankful that we had such a beautiful afternoon for their session. With today being filled with pretty much constant freezing rain, I realize now just how perfect that day really was, and I'm lamenting the fact that maybe our days of warm, mild weather might be done for 2019 (sigh). I hope not, though! Anyway, we had a fun time adventuring around Hickory Creek Junction in Mokena, and you can check out some highlights below. J[...]
the category
Families
I love that I get to take pictures of this beautiful family each year! I'm thankful for their friendship and I love seeing how their kids have grown! ❤️ If you’d like some family photos (especially now that fall has officially arrived), please click HERE to get in touch with me and we can plan a date! You can also email me at [email protected] if you have any questions. I’ll be happy to answer them. 🙂 My website can be found HERE. My Facebook Page can be found HERE [...]
I want to make sure you know that you shouldn't stress about how your kids will act during your session. The main thing YOU need to do is let go of your expectations. Go into your session knowing that it might be hard to get your kids to sit still - or to get them to look right into the camera, and that's ok. It really is! I will do my best to achieve those "looking-at-the-camera shots", but, truly, I love getting shots of your kids playing, having fun and interacting with each other and with you. So - l[...]
This family is one of the coolest families you could ever meet...the Bianchis are funny, adventurous, crafty, and all-around awesome. They are dear friends of my family and I loved getting together with them recently for some family photos in Mokena. ❤️ We met at a perfect time...the sun was just beginning to set and it made a lovely glow behind them. It's no wonder Golden Hour is the most popular time to schedule photo sessions!! If you'd like some family photos (especially now that fall has of[...]
"A baby boy arrives, and just like that, everything changes.The world gets bigger, hearts grow fuller, and life means more because he’s in it."Yes - I'd say that's true! A baby boy is exciting and wonderful, and it's amazing to look down at your baby and realize that he's God's gift to you...to hold and teach, to kiss and cuddle, and to love forever. I am in awe of the beautiful ways God blesses our lives!The Day Family is enjoying life with their new baby boy. Already, Baby Eli has been loved and prayed fo[...]
Beautiful summer sunlight peeking through the trees makes for one lovely backdrop for family photos, that's for sure! I met the Salisbury Family just over a week ago at the Round Barn in Manhattan and I had a blast chatting with them as we walked from spot to spot. Their two boys - one high schooler and one just starting Junior High - were playful and funny...and made the session extra fun with their laughter! This family was a delight and I hope I get the opportunity to photograph them in the future! Here a[...]
Here's another wonderful family I had the privilege of photographing recently...the McVeighs! One branch of this family (the Pikaleks) was actually one of the first families I ever photographed when I was just getting started with this business. 😊 I was excited to get the chance to see them again - and meet more of their beautiful family! [...]
A family is so amazing to me. It all starts with two people...they have their first baby, then a few more. Years pass, kids marry and have their own children. There's suddenly this wonderful, large group of people that would not be there if God had not brought the first two together so many years before. Amazing, right? That said, I loved getting together with the Insalaco family recently for some extended family photos. I had the joy of photographing Augie and Candice's beautiful crew last year. They'[...]
"Babies are such a beautiful way to start people."- Don Herald - Meet beautiful, 6-week old Harper! What a beauty! Already, she's smiling and having delightful cooing conversations with her mom and dad! It's amazing to me - and a joy to watch as I see her interact with the people who are her world right now.I had the joy of meeting Harper - along with her mom and dad and grandparents - in beautiful Dellwood Park in Lockport. Mom and dad are in love with their little beauty and the grandparents are totall[...]
Remember my good friend Courtney? I follow her on Instagram and one day last year, I was thumbing through my feed when I came across a post where she was asking everyone to pray for her best friend's 13-month old baby boy. He had a stroke...yes, a stroke. I never thought something like that was even possible for a baby. At the time, his prognosis was uncertain. Doctors were not sure if he would ever regain the strength to sit up, or walk, or even use the right side of his body. Of course, when the reque[...]