When most people hear “at-home family photos,” they think it means inviting a photographer into a perfectly clean house. As a mom of three, I know how that can make you feel. You may be nervous about your home looking “lived-in” or don’t want the stress of needing to tidy-in. But here’s the secret: photos […]

A popular park in Peoria, Illinois, the gorgeous Donovan Park is one of my go-to spots for photography sessions. As a Peoria, Illinois newborn, family, and maternity photographer, your session location is one of the most important things we select! A former golf course, Donovan Park has been converted to a sprawling park right in […]

If you’ve been scrolling Pinterest and wondering, “Can newborn photos be taken outdoors?” the answer is yes. It’s my absolute favorite time of the year, because it means we get to photograph your babies outside! While many newborn sessions happen in a studio or at home, outdoor newborn photography is a popular option for families. […]

There is something so sweet and relaxed about outdoor summer newborn photos. They are my absolute favorite and I’m always thrilled when they start back up. As a Peoria, IL newborn and family photographer, I love how the warm evening light, soft blankets, fresh air, and slower pace all come together to create a session […]

Pregnancy is such a meaningful season — one filled with anticipation, change, and so much love for the baby you have not met yet. As a Peoria IL newborn photographer, I often meet families during one of the sweetest chapters of their lives: preparing to welcome a new baby. And while newborn photos are such […]

As a Peoria, Il newborn photographer, one of the most common reasons I hear for why parents delay—or completely skip photos is the misconception that their home isn’t “good enough.” 3 common myths are that your house needs to have a perfectly styled nursery, a magazine-worthy house, and multiple large rooms to photograph in. If […]

If you’ve been thinking about booking family photos but keep putting it off, spring might be the perfect time, especially for families in Peoria, Illinois and the surrounding Central Illinois area. As a Peoria IL family photographer, I frequently hear the same concerns over and over again:“My kids won’t cooperate.”“We’ll do photos again someday.”“Fall is […]

If you’re expecting a baby, you’ve probably noticed that newborn photography comes with a lot of unknowns. How long will it take?Do I need to clean my whole house?What if my baby won’t sleep?What am I supposed to do? These questions are especially common for Peoria moms-to-be — particularly those expecting during the winter months, […]

This blog post was inspired by a recent interview I had with Bold Journey, where I shared more about my life, values, and the heart behind my work as a Peoria, Il family, newborn, and maternity photographer. If you’d like to read the full interview, where I talk more openly about my journey, values, and […]

If you’re expecting and starting to think about maternity photos, one of the first questions that comes up is when to schedule them. As a maternity photographer in Peoria, IL, this is something I talk through with moms all the time — and the sweet spot is usually between 28–32 weeks pregnant. Below, I’ll walk […]