The quiet glances. The tired hands that still keep giving. The way your voice softens when you talk to your child, even after a long day.

During a session, my favorite moments are the unscripted ones. When you’re not looking at the camera, but at each other. When you’re not trying to pose, but just being — folding laundry, making a snack, chasing a toddler down the hallway. That’s where I find the real beauty.

My job isn’t to make your family look perfect. It’s to help you remember what love looks like in real life — in your home, in your arms, in this season you’re in right now. Because it’s fleeting. And because you deserve to see yourselves the way your kids see you: present, warm, and deeply loved.

I know how hard it can be just to show up for photos. To get everyone dressed, to arrive on time, to pretend you’re not exhausted. I see that effort. I honor it. And I want your session to feel like a break from the chaos — a small space where you get to slow down and simply enjoy your people.

This work is so much more than photography to me. It’s about creating little time capsules for families to hold onto. Tiny echoes of today, that will someday mean everything.

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A Quiet Kind of Magic — Capturing Soft, Soulful Moments

Why I Photograph Families (Even Before Having My Own)

I’m not a mom. I don’t have kids — not yet.
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Does the Number of Followers Really Matter?

I want to talk about something I think a lot of people quietly wonder: “Does it matter how many followers...
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What If Your Partner Doesn’t Want to Take Photos?

I get it — not everyone loves being in front of the camera. Maybe you’ve been dreaming about a family photo session...
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Little Ones, Big Emotions: How to Embrace the Chaos

Let me tell you a little secret: I never expect toddlers to sit still. In fact, I kind of hope they don’t.
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More Than a Photoshoot: Why These Moments Matter

We often think we need a reason to book a session. A birthday. A holiday. A milestone. But what if the reason...
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From Belly to Baby: Booking Maternity + Newborn Together

Some seasons in life pass quietly. Others — like welcoming a baby — arrive in waves of emotion, softness,...
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What “Cinematic but Honest” Means in My Work

If you’ve browsed my site or seen my photos, you’ve probably come across the phrase: “Cinematic but honest.” But...
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What to Wear for a Maternity Session (Chicago Edition)

You don’t need the “perfect” outfit — you just need one that feels like you. Here’s a quick guide to help you feel...
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Chicago Engagement Session at the Riverwalk

Chicago’s Riverwalk is one of my favorite places for engagement sessions. It’s a space where the city feels alive —...
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Chicago Courthouse Wedding — Where Love Speaks Loudest in Quiet Moments

There is a special kind of beauty in a courthouse wedding. It’s not about the size of the guest list or the grandeur...
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Why I love capturing intimate weddings

There is something profoundly beautiful about intimate weddings. When it’s just the two of you — or maybe a handful...
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The Magic of Surprise Proposals

There is something so powerful about the moment someone says “yes.” It’s a breath that hangs in the air, a heartbeat...
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Best Chicago Downtown Locations for Engagement and Wedding Photos

Chicago has so many faces — the modern skyline, historic architecture, cozy hidden corners, and, of course, the...
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How My Photography Is Different

When you’re looking for a photographer, you’re not just booking someone to take pictures — you’re choosing the person...
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Why Hire a Professional Photographer When You Have an iPhone?

In a world where everyone carries a camera in their pocket, it’s easy to wonder: Why invest in a professional photo...
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