Storytelling with our local school district all year long is a gift because I love seeing the exciting things happening in our schools. I was a teacher for years and love the opportunity to be back in the schools helping them share all the great things they are doing. End of the year activities keep […]
Becky Nowak recently launched her photography business Arise Images and it has been such a privilege to mentor her over the last few months and see her grow in confidence and step out to use her gifts in visual storytelling, the art of noticing small beautiful details of life, and genuine care for others in […]
“That was FUN!” -my 8 y.o. son’s response to finishing our family photoshoot. Roxanne has an incredible gift of encouragement, inspiring confidence and chasing after everyday moments of fun. This infuses her photography with pure joy, even amidst the messiness of life! I feel so lucky to have our “right now” captured so beautifully and […]
Katy and Katy’s mother both had photographs taken wearing this blue dress and they wanted to continue the family tradition again with Kaylyn. A few years ago I was invited to photograph her older sister Ary wearing the dress and we wanted to recreate but also allow Kaylyn to just be her in the dress […]
Larry Gonzalez is a business owner and entrepreneur who works hard to “help others to help themselves” through running restaurants as their brand is expanding throughout Chicagoland. I photographed his sister Christina as well and this time we wanted to help photograph him for upcoming feature story in a publication about their expansion of Los […]
Sophie is graduating in just a few days and will be headed to Cal Lutheran. She wanted a Senior Portrait Session to show her vibrant side and celebrate “all the hard work and effort I have put in over the last few years.” SHe escribes herself as “motivated, hardworking, and competitive” and after being with […]
The Student Conservation Association (SCA) is the largest provider of hands-on environmental conservation programs for youth and adults. “The SCA programs allow participants protect and restore national parks, marine sanctuaries, cultural landmarks, community green spaces and more across the country. The SCA is devoted to building equitable access to nature, providing green job opportunities for […]
Foster Progress celebrated their annual Horizon Benefit on April 29th in Chicago and raised over $110,000 to help make the college dream come true for youth who have experienced foster care. The night included great food and drink, celebrating the staff and volunteers and donors that allow Foster Progress to continue their great work as […]
Diellza is a multi sport athlete and strong leader at her school and knew she wanted a session with nature and some grit that reflects her personality. We headed to Chicago to make it happen. She shared, “what makes me unique is I’m always down to do anything and everything.” Diellza is a strong leader […]
