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Looking for a flower farm maternity photographer? I’m jumping up and down as my hand is raised because I’m OBSESSED with this flower farm in Woodstock, IL and if I could photograph all my maternity and newborn sessions here, I would. If you’re looking for a photographer that photographs at a flower farm in the […]

What to wear for maternity photos? That is another question I get asked often! I have a few simple tips to help you prepare! Choosing what to wear for maternity photos can be an exciting part of capturing this special moment. Here are some tips to help you decide on the perfect outfit: Hi there! […]

Emily reached out to me about photographing her maternity session and she said she was searching for a light and airy photographer that she felt comfortable with — we emailed back and forth for a couple days about photo ideas and we immediately hit it off. I felt like I had known her for years. […]

I photographed Caitlin and her stylists at her hair salon a couple times this year and had an absolute amazing time with her and her team. So when she reached out to tell me the exciting news that she was expecting TWINS, I couldn’t help but jump for joy and want to give her a […]

Fabyan Forest PreserveThis gorgeous location is in St. Charles and doesn’t require a permit to photograph at! It is by far one of my favorite spring and summer portrait locations because it has the most amazing sunsets, the bugs aren’t horrible despite it being on the river, and it has an amazing garden feel to […]

“A baby fills a place in your heart that you never knew was empty.” Tamara Jaros Photography // Wedding, Lifestyle Newborn + Family PhotographerOn-Location Photography Based out of Crystal Lake, Illinois Hello and welcome!I’m a natural light photographer specializing in Family & Newborn Photography as well as weddings.To inquire about a portrait session with me, […]

I think this session has to be one of my favorite maternity sessions to date. I mean, who doesn’t love a lovely mom to be, adorable family of three (becoming four), a golden sunset AND beautiful waterfall? I had a blast photographing Jessica and her adorable family. We played on the bridge, walked along the […]

These two cuties–where do I begin when telling you about their beautiful Crystal Lake Maternity Mini session? Shenika + Christopher are so giddy, adorable and it’s obvious they’re beyond excited to become parents! Their mini session took place at Veteran Acres in Crystal Lake. Shenika wore an adorable light pink coat over her navy and […]

I’m a little delayed in posting photos from this beautiful maternity session.. this fall has kept me busy and I love it! I have lots of sessions and weddings to start sharing from October and what better way to start the blog marathon than with a maternity session?! This rustic, fall, maternity session at Veteran […]

I’m LOVING photographing all these maternity sessions lately! I get to work with gorgeous mommas and daddies to-be and witness the excitement and love between them before their little ones arrive. Do you see why I have the best job now? Erin & Gill’s Fabyan Forest Preserve Maternity Session left me smiling from ear to ear. They’re […]