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Our little bundle of cuteness joined us on November 23rd and we had our lifestyle newborn session with Blossom Lane Photography on December 2nd in our home. What is a Lifestyle Newborn Session?Often clients ask me what a lifestyle newborn session is, why they are typically done at home and why they are special. Here’s […]

Oh my goodness, this little beauty is 3 months old already!? It feels like yesterday that I photographed her parents wedding day, let alone her newborn session. I can’t believe how much she has grown since! We photographed her 3 month portraits with a fun red barn as the backdrop and just before sunset. I’m […]

Creative Team + Vendor CreditsCeremony & Reception Venue | Ambassador Chicago + Booth One EventsHair & Makeup | Gold PlaitedCake | Bittersweet Pastry ShopInvitations + Stationery | Minted.comBride’s Dress | Volles BridalGroom’s Tux | GQ FormalwearFlorals | Bunches Flower Shop

Creative Team + Vendor CreditsCeremony & Reception Venue | Lincolnshire Marriott ResortDJ | Something 2 Dance 2Floral Design | Two Sisters Events

Lauren has been a wonderful Client of mine for years and when she came to me about a branding session for her new business adventure, I was beyond excited to help this fellow creative. Small Business Branding sessions have quickly become a huge favorite of mine to photograph. I love getting to meet other passionate, […]

Creative Team + Vendor CreditsCeremony & Reception Venue | Emerson Creek Pottery & Tea RoomCatering | My Chef CateringOfficiant | Tyler ReifFloral Design | Mayfield FlowersDJ | Non-Stop EntertainmentCake | Emerson Creek SweetsInvitations/Stationery | MintedWedding Dress | Essense of Australia from Bella Sposa BridalHair & Makeup | The Beauty Company MantenoGroom’s Tux | Diamond Formal […]

Tip 1 — Check the weather the week of your session. The weather in the midwest changes so much from day-to-day that sometimes we find ourselves planning a spring outfit and it ends up being winter-like weather. If you check the weather about 3 days before your session, you’ll have plenty of time to adjust […]

“Well I found a girl, beautiful and sweet. I never knew you were the someone waiting for me, ’cause we were just kids when we fell in love, not knowing what it was. I will not give you up this time.” Tamara Jaros Photography // Wedding, Lifestyle Newborn + Family PhotographerOn-Location Photography Based out of […]

Laila is celebrating her first birthday! Laila’s family came up with this adorable Wonder Woman themed cake smash session. They brought all their props to their session and put together the most adorable backdrop! Happy first birthday, beautiful Laila! “You are stronger than you believe. You have greater powers than you know.” —Antiope to Diana, Wonder […]