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The Fantastic Four

Los Angeles, CaliforniaWhen Meghan emailed me about shooting a portrait session with her four little kids, I knew I’d have my work cut out for me. Kids are only human. They have good days and bad days. I had to make sure it was a good day for all four to get the best pictures. Turns […]

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Pretty in Pink

Chicago, IllinoisI met Sauda on one of the coldest fall days in Chicago — and it was only October. Although I usually prefer outdoor portrait sessions, we started indoors so Sauda could show off her pretty pink dress. She’s a little shy at first… Doesn’t quite know what to do…. And then she starts posing […]

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Fall Family Fun

Chicago, IllinoisMeet Maddie. Maddie is not a morning person. Meet Lily. Lily does her own thing. They both like the leaves. Who needs a backdrop? I love the colors in the girls’ dresses against this green grass background. I like arriving at portrait sessions a little early so I can scout out the location. I found […]

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Redhead Girl

Chicago, IllinoisI went back to Chicago this fall for some more portraits. I was very excited to photograph another newborn session – this time with Miss Audra. She is so pretty. And calm – for a moment at least. I love love love Audra’s red hair! Here she is playing air guitar. Mom and dad with […]

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Lily of the Valley

Los Angeles, California I met Lily and her mom in their home for some newborn photos. Lily is such a cute baby! Lily slept for much of the portrait session. And she cried for a little bit. The key to newborn portrait sessions is patience and lots of breaks. Portrait sessions can make babies hungry! […]

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