"Stories have to be told or they die, and when they die, we can't remember who we are or why we're here.” 
Sue Monk Kidd

Stories that matter

Hayden describes herself as “chill, adventurous, and a free spirit” and wanted to include her bike and skateboard in her Senior Creative Portrait Session- LOVE that! I am always IN when my clients want to bring their unique individuality to their session. We found a great location in Chicago that shows both the natura and […]

Hayden- free spirit & roaming

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I just returned from a work trip in L.A. and the BEST part was seeing some fabulous women that I am grateful to call colleagues as well in rep’ing for a vegan beauty brand we love. Of course the night of the Gala I had to create some portraits and we had so much fun. […]

L.A. with some amazing ladies!

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My daughter is a Senior this year & I have so many friends sending their kids off to college- ahhhh all of our Mama (and all parents & caregivers) hearts need some love!! I am sending you LOVE! And parents of the class of 2024 let’s book a date to collaborate and photograph this amazing […]

Celebrating Seniors

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Many people feel all types of ways about being in front of a camera; nervous, self conscious, apprehensive, and some love it! Partnering with clients for 10 years has taught me that helping people to feel comfortable is how we allow their most confident and authentic self to come out in front of my lens. […]

How to be more comfortable & confident in front of the camera

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The story behind the images: I was running this past week through a local park and saw these spots. I knew I had to create images here. The backlit & sun drenched wildflowers were calling to me. Luckily I have amazing friends & clients I can message and ask to get up at dawn to […]

Pursue Inspiration & Expression

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Haley Grimm invited me to create some images of her recent gig at the Taste of Westmont. She performed original songs to a crowd at the local street fest in her home town. She shared with the audience that growing up in Westmont she always hoped to perform in her hometown. She has since moved […]

Haley Grimm at The Taste of Westmont

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What a gift to see a a precious baby girl grow into a beautiful, wise, and discerning young woman. I have had the privilege of knowing Ava since she was born because her mother Kim is a dear friend. I adore their family and when we met a coffee shop before our session I teared […]

“Joyous Excitement”

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Annie and Mary Ellen are entrepreneurs and friends who run multiple times a week together. They wanted updated images to help share their story. Annie and Mary Ellen have both run many marathons and help women build activewear businesses on their terms. Annie Schumacher shares her favorite activewear: Zyia Active. Mary Ellen McInerney also launched […]

Annie & Mary Ellen Branding Session

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Our May Styled Sessions with Your Entrepreneurship Hype Squad was such a great day! Work that fuels creativity AND serves others is such a gift in my life; one that I am so grateful for and will continue to work hard to be worthy of the invitation into your stories. Passion + Service is what […]

May Styled Sessions: “The experience was a gift that I will treasure!”

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