There’s something truly magical about the journey of motherhood – from the anticipation of a growing belly to the tender moments spent cradling your newborn. Keep Reading for the Announcement!! I believe in capturing the essence of this extraordinary chapter through my photography. I am thrilled to announce my latest offering – combined Maternity & […]

Starved Rock State Park is located a little over an from Chicago’s suburbs. Due to its close proximity to the city, you will find it overcrowded most weekends. My intent in visiting the park was to find solace in nature, have great conversation with a friend, scope out potential photoshoot locations, and challenge my body […]

Here I am, two months into making my schedule with my old 9-5, far from my mind. I haven’t moved the needle as much as I planned. How many of you get discouraged by not seeing results? I want to preface the fact that this isn’t going to be a negative post. You all know […]

Why do we have unrealistic expectations for ourselves that we would never dream of piling on others? As women and business owners, we have a unique opportunity to bring beauty to the world, but instead of enjoying the process, we let the weight of responsibility cripple us. I have spoken with many sweet business owners, […]

The evening started on a great note, and we were greeted by a roadside possum and two blue herons; wildlife is incredibly beautiful to me. However, we had to navigate under a tree once we arrived at the trailhead. We followed the path I have done multiple times before, but this visit lent a new […]

I found it so refreshing and a little nerve wracking that Darrin and Amanda wanted to wait to see each other until walking down the aisle. This is one of the most amazing traditions that make up a wedding day to me. Darrin and Amanda had so many moments throughout the day that showed their […]

I just realized I run my business like I operate my life. The clients I capture have turned into such wonderful friends. How does that happen? I believe it stems from my childhood and the desire to feel seen, beautiful, and important; I think everyone shares that desire. And so I make it my mission […]

Darrin and Amanda are engaged! I met them at their best friend’s wedding and now I get to capture their Wedding Day. They are such a fun couple who love traveling to the mountains, sour and spicy snacks, and riding horses together. I can’t wait for May! Enjoy these snowy photos we braved together! “Love […]

It was four months of intense preparation that brought us to the top of Elephant Rock State Park on a Saturday afternoon for this gorgeous styled Photoshoot. Threats of rain, clouds, and generally lousy weather almost derailed this Photoshoot. How would the kiddos handle a 3-hour road trip? How would our hair hold curls in […]

I think Adriene and I get along so well because we both live out this quote from Confucius as if our life depends on it. We get attached to people in other countries and find ourselves homesick for their friendship across the miles, counting days until we see their smiling faces again. “Wherever you go, […]