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 […]

This year has been full of change for our family — from new routines to settling into our new home. All of it has given me space to reflect on what fuels my creativity as a Peoria, Illinois newborn and family photographer. I recently had the opportunity to chat with Bold Journey about what inspires […]

Summer is quickly drawing to a close and I’m here to remind you that there are only 16 Mondays until Christmas 2025!! In my family, the first mention of Christmas always happens in July. Once we hit the “ber” months, we begin our planning for the most wonderful time of the year! Every fall, I […]

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 […]

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 […]

Peoria, Illinois is such a family friendly town and we’ve been loving exploring everything! As a mom of three kids 5 and under, it’s so important to find activities that are enjoyable for our whole family. I’ve rounded up my top list of family friendly things to do in Peoria, Illinois. Have a favorite I […]

As a military spouse, moves are part of the game. After a lovely time in Little Rock with fabulous clients, it’s time for Victoria Mendoza Photography to make the move to Peoria, Illinois. Sessions are currently booking and blog content is being updated and refreshed to serve you better! I’m so excited to serve more […]

It’s an honor to photograph your families and that honor multiplies when I get to share that magic with others. It is such a joy for me that not one, but THREE images were featured in the Winter 2025 edition of The Kindred Path magazine!

It is always an honor to have my photos published in a magazine and this one is no different! MilShutter Magazine highlights military spouses around the world and it’s a joy to not only be recognized, but highlight some of the amazing military families I’ve had the privilege of photographing. To view the magazine, click […]