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How to Enjoy Your Family Photos

Peoria IL Family Photographer | Family Photo Tips & Sessions

Fall is synonymous with annual family photos. Some people love it and some people dread it! If you’re the latter, I’d love to give you some encouragement and easy tips to help you enjoy your annual family photos. Let go of expectations The goal of your family photos is to document the unique season you’re […]

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outdoor field newborn photos

Outdoor Newborn Photos | Griffeth

Peoria IL Newborn Photographer | Newborn Photos & Session Tips

As the season for outdoor newborn photos in the south is slowly nearing its close, Amelia’s newborn session was a beautiful one to end with. Although it was a cloudy day (don’t let that deter you!), we still had the most wonderful time capturing all her little details. Not only was the love between the […]

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maternity farm photos with donkeys

Outdoor Maternity Photos | Landrum

Peoria IL Maternity Photographer | Maternity Photos & Planning

When Erin asked me if I would do their maternity photos on their property, I immediately said yes. Selecting a location that reflects you is important and what better than your home? It can be easy to think that homes are only for in-home newborn sessions, but that is not the case! When she asked […]

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summer family photos in field

Peoria, Illinois Family Photos | Savidge

Peoria IL Family Photographer | Family Photo Tips & Sessions

There is nothing more special than getting to photograph a family multiple times. As a military family, it’s always bittersweet knowing that eventually, I will part ways with all the wonderful clients who have trusted me with their memories. After doing this sweet family’s maternity and newborn photos, we managed to squeeze in one more […]

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Peoria, Illinois In home Newborn Photos

Peoria IL Newborn Photographer | Newborn Photos & Session Tips

These Peoria, Illinois in home newborn photos are the perfect example of not needing a large space. In home photos are truly about preserving your tender first few weeks as a new family, in a comfortable and familiar space. The focus is not on showcasing your home! For Henry’s newborn photos, we utilized a small […]

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Little Rock photographer fall family photos

Amazon Outfits for Fall Photos

Peoria IL Family Photographer | Family Photo Tips & Sessions

The cooler morning temperatures this week (70! 66 this Sunday!) have me already dreaming of fall. It may sound too far away, but this is actually the perfect time to plan for fall family photos! Most photographers are already booking for fall and holiday photos, and I know that one of the things people dread […]

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Best Baby Carriers

Peoria IL Maternity Photographer | Maternity Photos & Planning, Peoria IL Newborn Photographer | Newborn Photos & Session Tips

When I was looking for the best baby carriers for my first baby, I was very overwhelmed with all the options. So much so, that I didn’t even buy one. Then, my baby was born (the week the world shut down for the pandemic) and I found myself teaching from home with a newborn. I […]

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Flower Farm Newborn Photos

Peoria IL Newborn Photographer | Newborn Photos & Session Tips

I couldn’t pass up the opportunity to use the beautiful Arena Acres for these flower farm newborn photos when I was back in Georgia! When Whitney told me she was open to doing Gracie’s newborn photos there, I quite literally squealed with joy. Filled with sunshine and rows and rows of different flowers, this was […]

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Where to Buy Dresses for Maternity Photos

Peoria IL Maternity Photographer | Maternity Photos & Planning

As you are planning out the special details of your maternity photos, I’m confident that a flattering and beautiful dress is at the forefront of your mind. It can be a difficult task to find something you feel beautiful in when your body is changing. To make sure you are highlighting the beautiful life you […]

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in home newborn photos baby with mom and dad

In Home Newborn Photos

Peoria IL Newborn Photographer | Newborn Photos & Session Tips

Elsie’s in-home newborn photos were a dream! A light-filled room, a Goldendoodle (he even matched the color palette!) and this sweet baby girl made my job easy. This session was the perfect example of being flexible with which space to utilize. Prioritizing light is the most important component to beautiful in-home photos. Every space in […]

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