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 Here you can find some of our favorite sessions, a journal about our lives, travels, fashion, makeup, and education. I'm so glad you're here! xo

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These Winnetka engagement portraits were truly something special! Lauren and her fiancé came into town for a couple of months in September to plan their upcoming wedding, and we decided it would be the perfect opportunity to capture this exciting time in their lives with an engagement session. The weather couldn’t have been more perfect—we […]

The Toler’s Gorgeous Winnetka Engagement Portraits

Sep 11, 2024

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The Bakers’ Chicago engagement portraits turned out absolutely incredible! This was my first time working with them, and I can honestly say I’d do it again in a heartbeat. They were the sweetest, most genuine couple—so full of love, laughter, and joy. The entire session felt so effortless and fun, and we shared so many […]

The Bakers’ Chicago Engagement Portraits

Aug 31, 2024

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There are so many amazing things about Madeline’s Winnetka senior session, I don’t even know where to begin! Madeline and her mom made the trip all the way from Wisconsin to work with me, and I was beyond excited to capture these photos for her. From the very start, it was clear we were in for a […]

Madeline’s Stunning Winnetka Senior Session

Aug 14, 2024

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Having the opportunity to capture these stunning bridal shower portraits for my niece and her soon-to-be husband was such a meaningful and memorable experience for me. The event took place at Towne & Oak in Winnetka, which turned out to be the perfect little venue—charming, cozy, light, and full of character. I had an absolute […]

The Warrens’ Bridal Shower Portraits

Aug 3, 2024

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This Arizona portrait session was the epitome of desert princess perfection! Lauren has been a dear friend and longtime client of mine, so when she approached me with the idea of a high-fashion styled shoot with the stunning Arizona landscape, how could I possibly say no? On the day of Lauren’s Arizona Portrait Session Lauren […]

Lauren’s Desert Princess Arizona Portrait Session

Jul 24, 2024

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This spring graduation session was absolutely incredible! Brianna is an amazing December college graduate, but she wanted her photos taken in June—and we lucked out with beautiful weather and florals. Brianna and I actually connected through the equestrian industry, and I couldn’t have been more excited to work with her to capture this special accomplishment. […]

Brianna’s Spring College Graduation Session

Jul 6, 2024

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Gianna’s Evanston senior session was floral heaven! She’s one of our Class of 2025 seniors, and I was so excited to have the opportunity to capture these moments for her. Gianna was a model all day—there was no doubt she came ready to serve some serious looks. She and her mom were simply amazing and […]

Gianna’s Evanston Summer Senior Session

Jun 29, 2024

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Wyatt’s spring senior session was absolutely incredible! I’ve had the joy of working with the Martin family for years, and Wyatt is the third Martin sibling I’ve photographed. His sister, Phoebe—who is also one of my senior spokesmodels—came along to help out, which made the session even more special. Capturing Wyatt’s senior photos felt like such […]

Wyatt’s Spring Chicago Senior Session

May 22, 2024

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Last year in Florida, Maggie and Sammy asked me to do a couples portrait session with them and their incredible dog, so I traveled to Davis Island near Tampa to meet them. I wasn’t feeling my best, and neither was their sweet, elderly pup—but something told all of us not to put the session off. […]

Maggie and Sammy’s Couples Portraits

May 6, 2024

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Lauren and Dakota’s portrait session in Arizona was absolutely incredible. Lauren has been both a dear friend and longtime client, and I’ll always jump at the chance to head out to Arizona to capture special memories for her. This time was extra special—it was Dakota’s birthday, and they wanted to celebrate with a session together. […]

Lauren and Dakota’s Arizona Storm Portrait Session

Apr 28, 2024

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