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Fall is synonymous with family photos and the #1 thing I hear from every mom is that picking outfits is stressful! It’s important to pick something you feel beautiful in, coordinates with the family, and with the location. Because Amazon is so convenient to order and return, it’s no wonder most of us often look […]

Fall is right around the corner and I’ve compiled the ultimate fall bucket list for Central Illinois! Covering Morton, Peoria, Dunlap, Washington, Eureka, and more, get your calendar out because you won’t want to miss the fall fun! Scroll down to see the local list of pumpkin patches. Morton, Il Fall Events Morton Pumpkin Festival-the […]

“I don’t know why I bother with family photos.” That’s what Tricia said just an hour before we started this sunflower field session. And honestly? If you’re a parent, you’ve probably had that same thought once or twice—especially when everything feels like it’s falling apart before the session even begins. Their baby had taken a […]

There’s something so sweet and sentimental about a one-year-old milestone session. Babies at this age are full of expression, curiosity, and emerging independence—and it’s the perfect time to capture their growing personality before toddlerhood fully takes over. This recent session with Gracie was the perfect example of everything I love about photographing milestone moments. Her […]

When it comes to capturing beautiful family memories during the summer, timing is everything. In Peoria, IL, the golden hour—the one to two hours right before sunset—offers the most flattering, magical light for outdoor family photos. If you’ve been thinking about booking a session, here’s why evening golden hour is hands-down the best time for […]

When preparing for your newborn baby, you have a lot of things on your to-do list! If you forget to book your newborn photos before baby arrives, you may panic and think you missed your opportunity. A frequently asked question by clients is “can I still book photos if my baby is over two weeks […]

Summer is here and if your children attend school, you’re likely looking for activities to fill the days! I’ve rounded up my favorite activities for kids in Peoria (many of them are free!) and included some of my own go-to activities for my children. UPick Strawberries Splash Pads Other Activities At Home I hope you […]

I believe everyone should have an amazing experience taking their Peoria, Illinois family photos and I’ve refined my client experience over the years to make sure I take care of you! But what about before you arrive at the photos?! Wondering how you can best prepare for your family photos? Here are my tried and […]

By far, the most commonly asked question by clients is what to wear for newborn photos. The uncertainty of dressing your postpartum body, not knowing which textures, colors, and prints photograph well, and not knowing how to coordinate, and not match, can be challenging! In this post, I’ll be showing you examples of dresses that […]

Spring is here and that means the resurgence of my beloved outdoor newborn photo session! Outdoor newborn photos are an excellent option for families who don’t have a nursery ready, are in the midst of a move, or have homes that do not get sufficient natural light. The fresh air is soothing for babies and […]