The Sayad family made time for “long overdue family pictures” and it was officially the first Family Lifestyle Session that included their pup Turk AND their pet bearded dragon named Toothless! Becca and Doug are celebrating 11 years of marriage this year so it was fun to get a few couples images too! Their daughter […]
May 31, 2021
Congrats to the Graduates of 2021! This was an EPIC year to say the least. It is always an honor to partner with the excellent educators, students, and families in CUSD 201 to capture important moments throughout the year but graduation is just the best- so grateful they were able to have an in person […]
May 31, 2021
While in Vegas we just had to see some of the historic iconic locations as well as an art installation that has become well known for it’s amazing vibrant colors against the backdrop of the desert landscape. Seven Magic Mountains is Swiss artist Ugo Rondinone’s colorful art work and a must if you can travel […]
May 20, 2021
Just in case no one has ever told you before… you are created, unique, & beautiful! You do not have to strive or hustle to prove it- the most beautiful thing about you is not something you need to do- it is just something you can embrace. It is not just about creating beautiful images. […]
May 18, 2021
Charis and Kevin just welcomed their 3rd child to the family. Zachary is so sweet and has no shortage of love and snuggles and lots of attention from his older siblings. Capturing this beautiful family again in their vineyard where they growing grapes for their family business La Forge Family Vineyard. We were reminded of […]
May 17, 2021
Kenneth Mason Jr. is a CPA with a passion for community, growing small businesses, and building equity through his Chicago based accounting firm Equibis. Equibis has a vision “to provide the financial expertise and guidance to small business owners in or from underserved communities that often are only afforded to large corporations.” Kenneth shares, “We […]
May 13, 2021
Kathy reached out to do a Family Lifestyle Session for her gift for Mother’s Day and she described their family as “chaotic, dynamic, and loving” and told me they love vibrant color. I knew just the location and they trusted the process and were up for anything! I love Kathy’s reflections, “We are all so […]
May 12, 2021
Shauntay is a force of honest vulnerability and I had the pleasure of capturing her in Las Vegas recently. It was amazing to meet so many women I know knew from Instagram in real life. Shauntay‘s journey inspires me! She shares some of her journey of embracing her amazing beauty and fire, “I grew up […]
May 10, 2021
We captured Heather & Dan’s blended family right before their 2 year anniversary. I photographed their “forever day;” as Heather always shared, wedding in Chicago on a rooftop 2 years ago. That day in April brought freezing rain and even snow but was a beautiful ceremony and party to celebrate their love story and blended […]
April 28, 2021