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I won’t lie, there is a huge smile on my face as I share these images of this BEAUTIFUL couple about to embark on a journey as a family of 3! Jed and Ashley are two very dear friends and it is so much fun and a huge honor to watch them prepare to welcome […]

Mackinaw Creek Summer Maternity Session | Mackninaw, IL | Illinois Maternity Photography

maternity

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Oh my goodness you guys! This family means the world to me! It has been such a sweet journey capturing all the excitement from Belly to Baby as they welcomed the first baby girl into the family!  Her three older brothers are absolutely smitten (I’d say mom and dad are too!)  Here’s some of my […]

Birth & Fresh 48 | Baby Ivory

maternity, newborn

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These two melt my heart! Opting to skip bitter temps early in the year during wintertime for an engagement session, these two decided to wait until it warmed up and got a little more green to do a casual newlywed session instead.  We had a great summer evening with the perfect glowy light and we […]

Randy & Lori | Spring Couple’s Session

engagement

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Amidst the crazy winter weather we’ve been having this spring, (Yes, I’m calling it spring! Even though we are currently STILL getting flurries of snow today!) we finally got a small window where the temps warmed up and the sun peeked out.  Courtland and Kary have been so patient and flexible, waiting for a day […]

Courtland & Kary | Peoria, IL | Spring Engagement Session

engagement

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When it comes to guy’s sessions, often I hear them say they’re only doing their senior photos to make mom or dad happy, or to get something in a yearbook…I get it! Guys are not necessarily as prone to be swooning over the makeup and hair, or choosing outfits! But, that doesn’t mean we can’t […]

Austin | EHS Class of 2018 | Senior Session

senior

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We could not have had a better day as we hiked into the woods, found a great little spot and set up this amazing little photoshoot!  I had the pleasure to photograph this little sweet pea and her parents for their family session and to celebrate Isla’s 1st birthday!  I’m fairly certain that this post […]

Woodland Whimsy Family Session | Washington, IL

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My heart melts for these two as they begin their lives together! Their day was so full of warm sentiment and joy as they said “I do”.   The setting was absolutely stunning as Zack and Elle celebrated the day with their friends and families!  Their story is special, unique and beautiful – before long […]

Zack & Elle | Kennel Lake Drive Wedding | Morton, IL

wedding

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Happy Saturday, friends! Here an absolute BEST way to begin your weekend… today we are sharing Jill & Jd’s wonderful, heartfelt, and full-of-love wedding! As summer winds down and fall begins to stir, these two enjoyed the most beautiful day with their families and friends as they celebrated their marriage!  You might remember their super […]

Jill & Jd | A Charming Illinois Countryside Wedding

wedding

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Every single time I sit down to write about a newborn session, I get the warm fuzzies!  No exception here folks!  After getting his tummy full, little Jeremy fell asleep and was content for the entire session.  Paul and Katy welcomed me into their calm, peaceful home that was complete with an adorable nursery, family members […]

Welcoming Jeremy to the World | Peoria, IL Newborn Session

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