Omar's Senior Session - Father McGivney Catholic High School

One of my favorite things about being a photographer is getting to watch kids grow up right in front of my camera.

I was SO excited to have this guy back for his senior session! We photographed his 8th grade pictures and his family's session a few years ago, so getting to capture this next chapter was pretty special. And let me tell you, this is just one of those families you absolutely love working with!

He's easygoing, kind, and just an all-around great kid. AND, did I mention he's headed to SIUE on a baseball scholarship?! Such an exciting accomplishment, and so well deserved!

We had a great time during his session, but I have to say, his city looks in that blue suit are definitely my favorite!

I can't wait to see all the amazing things ahead for him. Congrats on your senior year and your next adventure at SIUE!

Some Things Never Get Old - Family Photographer, Breese, Illinois

Some sessions just hit you a little differently.

Twelve years after meeting these cousins in our old studio back in 2014, they were back in front of my camera again. Grandma showed me a picture I took way back then saved to her phone of this same crew. I'm so thankful they took advantage of our Christmas special gift card promotion to make updated family photos happen.

To the families who continue coming back year after year, thank you. Your trust, your loyalty, and allowing me to document your story through so many seasons truly means more than you'll ever know. It never gets old and I’m so thankful for all of it.

BFF Makeover + Mini Session? Say Less! - Kids Photographer, Breese, Illinois

Last year we donated a Makeover Party + BFF Mini Session to the All Saints Academy Auction and last week the winners cashed in!

We had way too much fun with these two, getting glammed up in the cutest outfits, cheering our sprinkle covered ice cream, trying on princess crowns and of course dancing while tossing glitter. Truly, what more could a little girl want?

Thank you to the purchasers for supporting All Saints Academy AND thank you to dad who made a last minute Dairy King run for the biggest ice cream cones.

So Much Fun!

Happy First Birthday, Nora! Kids Session, Breese Illinois

We started the session with Mom and Dad for a few updated family photos before letting Nora take over the studio. She crawled around exploring, kept us all laughing with her sweet little personality, and when it was time for cake...she didn't hold back! She dug right in like an absolute champ.
Watching her session reminded me how sweet a first birthday can be!

Such a fun, sweet way to celebrate an unforgettable first year. Happy Birthday, Nora! 💕

A Whole Year with the Hilmes Family - Breese, Illinois Family Photographer

How is it possible that we've already wrapped up another Complete First Year journey?!

It's been so much fun watching this sweet little one grow over the past year, and for their final session they brought the whole family along. Between the big family, hilarious kids, and nonstop laughs, this session was full of the kind of moments I love most. So much joy exists in the chaos of all family sessions, including this one.

Thank you for letting me be part of such a special first year. It's always bittersweet to finish these milestone sessions, but I’m hopeful I'll be seeing this crew again soon!

Schulte Extended Family Session - Breese, Illinois Photographer

One of my favorite parts of this job is getting to reconnect with people I haven't seen in years. Photographing the Schulte family was one of those sessions! It was so fun catching up with old high school friends and seeing just how much their kids have grown.

This crew brought plenty of laughs. Those genuine moments when everyone is together are always my favorite to capture, and the Schulte's made my job easy.

Thanks for spending the afternoon with me—I hope these photos bring back great memories for years to come!