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I get asked how to select outfits for newborn photos all the time! This is an exciting part of preparing for your baby’s first professional photo session and it doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Here are some tips to help you choose the perfect outfits: Keep it simple, comfortable, personal, and your photos will turn […]

Preparing siblings for a newborn photo session can be simple — In this blog post I share my top tips for preparing those older siblings! Preparing siblings for a newborn photo session can help ensure that the photos turn out beautifully and that everyone has a positive experience. Here are some of my top tips […]

Preparing for a newborn session can seem overwhelming at first, but I’m here to ensure a successful and stress-free experience! If you’re expecting and are looking for tips on how to prepare for your upcoming newborn session then you’re in the right place! Below are some of my top tips for making sure your newborn […]

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 […]

“The love of a family is life’s greatest blessings.” 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, please email tamara@tjarosphotography.com or follow the contact […]

  “A new baby is like the beginning of all things wonder, hope, a dream of possibilities.” ~Eda J. Le Shan 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 […]

My dear friends Jessica + Luis welcomed their second baby boy into the world this July! It was my absolute pleasure to photograph this adorable bundle of joy. We wrapped this baby in blue and photographed him in his nursery. After his portraits he snuggled with mom, dad and big brother for some family pictures. […]

Oh my goodness, I can’t believe my best friend’s baby girl is one already! Where did the time go?! I got to photograph Amelia’s first birthday cake smash session in July and it was so much fun! She even wore her flower girl dress from my wedding this past June–I’m so glad she got to […]

Professional headshots are the perfect way to show off your unique personality and style. They can catch a potential client’s eye, and give them a glimpse into what working with you would be like. I recently did a professional headshots session with online business & marketing strategist, Susie Romans. During the shoot, we got to […]

This family! They’re so sweet, fun and beautiful! Shenika & Chris were referred to me by one of their friends for their maternity session. We had a fabulous time photographing their maternity session in Crystal Lake that I was beyond excited to hear they wanted to do a spring session at the same park after […]