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How to Enjoy Your Family Photos

Family

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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Peoria, Illinois Outdoor Maternity Photos

Maternity

For Kari’s Peoria, Illinois outdoor maternity photos, we decided to make it a family affair! After your first baby, it can be easy to forget to document subsequent pregnancies. Children bring such a special energy to photos, that moms often want to preserve the season of their current family by including them in their maternity […]

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outdoor maternity photos

When to Take Maternity Photos

Maternity

There are so many things to prepare for the arrival of a new baby! The nursery, the hospital bag, the baby shower. But don’t forget about your maternity photos! This sweet time deserves to be captured-you’ll love looking back on this time with your babe in the womb. One of the most frequently asked questions […]

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What to Wear for Summer Family Photos

Family

Summer can seem like an odd time for family photos, especially in the South. But you can’t beat the beautiful light and greenery that abounds! I always hear from clients that they just don’t know what to wear or how to pick out outfits that coordinate aren’t matchy-matchy. That, coupled with the the weather, can […]

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