What’s more fun than being in Washington, D.C. during the annual cherry blossoms!? Taking family photos during cherry blossom season, of course! Nothing says spring is in bloom more than the bountiful branches covered in these luscious, blush beauties. “Flowers always make people better, happier, and more helpful; They are sunshine, food, and medicine for […]

The Shoot and Share photo contest is a free and fair photo contest for photographers all over the world. The best part – Everything is totally free! The voting process is particularly addicting in my opinion. You see four images in a given category, and you get to decide which one is the best. No […]

Red Rock Canyon is one of the most romantic settings for a photoshoot, and Kayla and Joe’s engagement session was no exception. Since the couple relocated to Las Vegas and now calls Nevada home, Red Rock Canyon made for the perfect setting to capture their engagement photos. Not to mention, a bottle of bubbly during […]

Kershaun and Kina were visiting Chicago from Florida for the first time a few weekends ago. On their first day here, Kershaun made dinner reservations to a nice restaurant. Since they were both so dressed up, he suggested they make a quick stop at Olive Park first to take some photos before dinner. When they […]

As the snow fell down and dusted the Chicago skyline, Sapaan convinced Keena to go for a walk through Maggie Daley Park. Luckily she did because she walked into a surprise bigger than she could have imagined. THEY’RE ENGAGED! I knew from the first conversation I had with Sapaan on the phone that this was […]

One of the most frequent questions I am asked as a photographer is why I prefer lifestyle over poses and props. A newborn session is one of the most special and intimate photo sessions, and what better way to capture your new baby than in your home and in a relaxed way. Lifestyle photography allows me […]

After rescuing little Miss Lola and bringing her into the family this year, Maggie and Sonny agreed this was going to be the year to start sending out holiday cards. Among the weekend of many birthday surprises for Maggie, the last surprise was a family photo session that Sonny scheduled for Sunday afternoon. Olive Park […]

Every year around this time, people start to ask me why I moved back to Chicago after my three-year stretch of being a Florida resident. This dreamy blanket of snow is a pretty good example of my answer! The truth is I always love when the seasons change. I was excited when Candra and Kyle […]