St. CHarles Photographer: Introducing Baby Clara!

I love baby names that I don't hear very often! And Clara, is one of those names! I also love that this baby is just like my kids...pushed nearly 10 lbs. when she was born. So this baby is so sweet and chubby and adorable :)

I also love to see new parent's interacting with their first born. It grabs at my heart to see a Dad taking charge and changing diapers, helping Mom out, and just being really involved. I love it. And Wes is this kind of new Dad...a natural!

So congrats to Wes and Sonia on the birth of their beautiful little girl!

Here is your sneak peek!

Geneva Photographer: New HOLIDAY cards by Tweedle Press!!!

I cannot tell you how excited I am to be offering these INCREDIBLE letterpress cards!

These are not your ordinary cards...oh no they are not! They are made with love by the fabulous Nina Interlandi Bell, owner of Tweedle Press...hand made earth friendly papers (some of which she makes herself from recycled materials!) and inks pressed with even more love with her own letterpress that she does all on her own. Each card is her own piece of art, and now I am thrilled to be offering YOU the opportunity to show off your beautiful family portraits on these cards.

Now, I must say, these images would never do these cards justice. These cards are made from the finest papers and have such a unique feel and look that you are just going to have to swing by my studio to see a sample! Or better yet, if you are in Chicago and near Nina's studio, stop by and say hi to her! She is great!

So here are some of my previews for her 2010 holiday cards! I am sure you are going to love them as much as I do. And like every year, if you have had your family portrait taken by me this year, I will happily create your holiday cards using either Tweedle Press cards, or my own designs! Stay tuned for some of my press printed card designs for this year!

Geneva Photographer: Red Hair, Red Leaves

Maggie was so sweet to work with and I was so excited to get the chance to photograph her for her Senior portraits!

The leaves had just started changing, the sun was warm and yellow, and her beautiful red hair was glowing in the warm light. I think all of her photographs turned out great and really showed off her personality-little bit of sass, but a whole lot simplicity, which I love!

So thanks again, Maggie...and here's your preview!

Go Vikings!

Geneva Photographer: Baby Coco

Between her amazing blue eyes (which she gets from her mama), her pinchable cheeks, and her baby Chanel outfit...this little girl fits her nickname, Coco. Oh my is she cute! She is a one year old pistol...on a mission to explore and be independent. Typical one year old!!

It was a gorgeous day, a gorgeous family and I sure do love a well dressed baby girl! (Are you kidding me with her little silver shoes and blue tutu!!!).

It was great to work with you, Canning Family and I can't wait to continue on with our annual photo tradition!!!

Here is your sneak peek...enjoy!

St. Charles Photographer: From St. John to St. Charles

This is a couple that is in LOVE :) and every photograph I took shows it!

Their wedding festivities began in St. John where they tied the knot and then continued once they got back home where they could celebrate with all of their family and friends. This is how wedding receptions should happen! They were well rested and relaxed after their getaway, so they really got to enjoy their reception, stress-free!

All the little details were so cute...very beachy theme (cocktail umbrella table cards!) and a very laid back wedding. It was great! Lots of great food, dancing, and many special moments celebrating their future together.

Here is your sneak peek, and thanks again for inviting me to be a part of your celebration!

Congrats to Sarah and Jay!

Geneva Photographer: Rise and Shine...and be photographed!

I was thrilled when some new cool businesses started opening up in the strip near my studio! I was even more THRILLED when Prana Yoga opened up! I got to know Lisa, the fabulous (and gorgeous) owner when I was in need of some good yoga, and came to find out she was in need of some family photos...a match made in heaven :)

Too bad for her cute boys (young men, actually), we picked 8 am on a morning that they were off of school! So you can only imagine that I was not their favorite person that brisk morning. But I think I won them over and got some great shots of the whole family!

But seriously...if you haven't been by Prana yet, their schedule of classes is fantastic and they truly have something for everyone...so head on over and say hi to Lisa!

Barrington Photographer: My Girl, Stella!

So it has been a year since I last photographed the sweet and adorable, Stella. If you have been to my studio you would recognize her immediately. I have a huge photograph of her right when you walk in hanging on the wall. She was only 6 months old and sitting in her nursery with her big baby belly showing and big beautiful eyes sparkling. Well, she still looks the same, minus the baby belly. She is a big girl now and on the move, so those days of chubbiness are all gone!

This shoot with the family was so great. Getting to see how much joy she has brought to her family and all the love that everyone has for her, she is the first and only grand-baby so she gets lots and lots of love!

So thanks again Doomis family for another year of great photographs!