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Peoria, Il Newborn, Maternity, and Family Photographer

Joyful + heartfelt photos that bring you right back to the Best days of your life

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My oldest was born during the first week of the COVID lockdowns in 2020.
I never had the chance to take newborn photos—and it’s one of my greatest regrets.
That experience lit a fire in me. Because documenting your family's story isn't just my job—it's personal. It's a mission to help you hold onto the moments you’ll one day wish you could feel again: the softness of newborn skin, the weight of a tiny body in your arms, the sound of giggles echoing through your home.

As a mom of three, I know how easy it is to stay behind the camera—especially in the whirlwind of early motherhood. But you deserve to be in the frame. Not just for you—but for them. One day, your children will look back and search for you in their memories. Let’s make sure they find you there—fully present, fully loved, exactly as you are. Because this season is worth remembering. Not just for the highlight reel.
But for the real life you're living, right now.

Peoria, Illinois Newborn, maternity, and Family Photographer

For the mom who wants more than a new profile picture.

YOU SHOULD BE IN THE PHOTOS

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-Tonya

She has a gift of making everyone feel at ease in front of the camera and I can say we all felt like we had spent time with a friend!

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Yes-you should enjoy taking your family photos! Focused on capturing the magic of your everyday life, every session is designed to beautifully document your family’s story-with you in them! With a relaxed, child-led approach and a deep understanding of what it takes to make kids (and parents!) feel at ease, these are the moments you’ll treasure for a lifetime. Serving Peoria, Illinois maternity, newborn, and family photography clients and Dunlap, Morton, Germantown Hills, Pekin, Edwards, Washington Il. and the Central Illinois area.