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When it comes to photographing your at home newborn session, selecting the room to hold your session in can have an affect on how your images turn out — both in positive and negative ways. Here’s some of my top tips on what to consider when selecting the best room(s) to photograph in..

Are you looking for a natural Crystal Lake Newborn Photographer that will photograph your family with a lifestyle approach? I LOVE photographing my families in their homes with a natural, lifestyle approach that feels authentic and true. As a lifestyle photographer, it is my ultimate goal to capture your family’s authenticity and what better way […]

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 […]

Looking for a Crystal Lake Studio Newborn Photographer? No problem! We have two different studio locations to choose from. The first one I want to introduce you to is located in Downtown Crystal Lake — I refer to this beautiful location as Studio A. Studio A is setup inside an adorable 100 year old home […]

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! […]

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 […]

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 […]

“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, […]

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 […]