Oak Park Photographer: The 4 Generations of Schemper Ladies

I have always felt very blessed to have had grandparents who have lived long and healthy lives! When my children were born I also felt that it was so important to document those times they got to spend with not only their grandparent's but their great-grandparents! I have vivid memories of times spent with my two great-grandmothers who lived way into their 90s.

So when Erica contacted me with her idea of photographing 4 generations of her family together, I loved it! It was so wonderful to be able to photograph these four women together interacting with nearly 80 years age difference between Great Grandma and the adorable granddaughter, Zora.

So BRAVO Erica for coming up with an incredible idea, and being thoughtful enough to recognize the importance of family and celebrate it! Here is your sneak peek...

Enjoy!

West Chicago Photographer: A Day For Playing

Whoooooooeeee! These kids were ready to play!

We had a blast running around, throwing stones into the river, tackling, running, wrestling...you name it. This brother and sister were ready to get moving!

And are you kidding me how cute they are?!

I wish they made her dress for adults. So sassy and chic with her boots and hat.

My sons would love his belt as well, skull and crossbones...argh :)

So Cathy, your patience is appreciated and your photos rock (if I do say so myself)! This is only a taste...there are so many more!

Enjoy!

St. Charles Photography: Movin' & Groovin'

So. Twins. Whoa.

Add to the fact that they are one and ready to explore everything. Double whoa :)

These little girls are adorable. Honestly, they never ever stopped moving!

Their amazing mom, Heidi, brought her sister also to the photo session just to help chase them round. It was awesome!

It was raining so we couldn't go outside, so we went to plan B, The Studio. They did not want to sit. Did not want to stand. They just wanted to crawl!

Their Mom and Aunt chased, while I ran around after them with my camera.

Then before we knew it we were all tired and ready for a nap!

So here is your sneak peek, Heidi! You are amazing!

Hope you enjoy the photos!

Geneva Photographer: Oh My Toe Head!

This little man has GOT to be the blondest boy I have ever seen...and oh is he cute!

He is a boy all the way...loves his red wagon and loves his John Deer tractor (and yes, he says it is his "John Deer" tractor). This barn is near a pretty busy road and every time we heard a truck go by he would wrench his neck to see what kind...and he knew exactly which truck was which.

We had such a great time letting him be a typical 2 year old, he was ready to explore and trying hard to let me take some photographs just so he can get a treat at the end :)

Here is the sneak peek to some of the super cute shots I got. I love em all!!!

Batavia Photographer: Bulldog Senior, Jessica!

I had such a fun day heading all over photographing Jessica! She was a trooper amidst the insane mosquitos that were out to eat her alive!!!!!

But she kept on that smile and looked great.

Good luck Jessica and I hope your Senior year has kicked off to a great start...its gonna fly by, so enjoy!

Here is your sneak peek to some of the great shots I got...

St. Charles Photographer: Everything is better in three!

In the midst of school starting for my children and my youngest getting ill, I am a little behind on my blogging :) Sorry, Betty!!!!

But I had to post some of the shots I got of the 1 year old triplets that I photographed! Betty, the proud Grandma, was so excited to be celebrating their birthday at her house and wanted me there to capture all their energy...and boy did they have energy.

Each child had his/her own personality and was on a mission to move, crawl, climb, and EAT anything they could get their hands on. It was GREAT!

So hope you enjoy!

Huntley Photographer: Celebrating 50 Years of Marriage!

Whenever I get a call to photograph a large extended family portrait I always get a little nervous...the number of people, lots of kids, lots of clothing patterns! So when Pam called to hire me to photograph her whole family in celebration of her parent's 50 wedding anniversary I never would have expected to have the experience I had!

All the siblings came in to celebrate with Al and Carol (the parents)...that meant traveling in from 3 different states to Illinois, organizing 8 grand children (not to mention the 10 adults!), and coming up with an idea of where to photograph. Well let me tell yah, Pam was on the ball! She was so organized, had great shot ideas, and was a pleasure to work with.

While it was nearly impossible to pick which shots I would post on the blog, hopefully I covered all my bases-youngest grandchild, only female grandchild, all the grandchildren, and then a random mix of family!

On a more sentimental note, I would just like to add that I was really touched to see the relationship that Al & Carol have. 50 years of marriage has done them well! They have a beautiful family, a loving relationship, and a beautiful home all to show for it. I could only hope to be so lucky!

I love this shot! The two youngest grandchildren heading out on a walk in the fields with Grandpa...walking canes in hand.

~Congrats on your 50 years of blissful marriage~