Jayne - Mater Dei High School [Clinton County, IL Photographer]

From start to finish, I absolutely loved Jayne's session! All of her ideas were perfect and I love that she's a big movie fan, like me :) Also, interestingly enough, at her pre-session consult we were talking about how cool it would be to do a senior session on a sailboat. And, while we tried, none of use knew anyone with a clean, running sailboat. So, we settled for photographing at the dock. About half way through, a gentlemen who just so happened to be sitting on his VERY nice sailboat yells over to us,"Hi, girls! Would you like to use my boat for your photo shoot?" - Well, OF COURSE! So, we actually ended up getting a few shots on one of the nicest sailboats in the marina :) Funny how things work out! Jayne, I absolutely loved working with you and your family and I can't wait to show you everything later this week!

xoxo, h.

Lexi : Central High School Senior [Clinton County Illinois Photographer]

I had so much fun with Lexi and her mom last week! And, Lacie, their puppy, too! They had some really great ideas and suggestions that we put to good use in her session and I absolutely can't wait to show her everything! From the old world globe to the botanical gardens to cute scarves and more, it was perfect! Lexi has big ambitions to see the world one day and I have every confidence that she'll be a world traveler every chance she gets as she enters college. Looking forward to seeing you guys next week! xoxo, h.

Perfectly Polished Salon [Clinton County IL Photographer]

We work closely with Perfectly Polished Salon a lot and so when Nicole, owner and super incredible nail artist, mentioned they needed updated images of their team (Allison, Katie and Tiffany), I was all for it! I knew they would have something fun and crazy and they didn't disapoint! We had a blast teasing hair straight up and painting pink lipstick hearts on their cheecks :) On a side note, I'm also a client of this salon and they honestly are incredible! Nicole is one of the most talent nail artists in the area. If you're looking for something one of a kind, she's your girl. Plus, their airbrush make-up is amazing! They make our clients look incredible every.single.time!

Thanks to the PP team for all you do for us! xoxo, h.

Boyd Family [Clinton County IL Photographer]

I am so happy that Brandy called up to fill our last spot for the Fall Family Special, which was completely sold out! Her and her husband are just so sweet and their dog, Gus, was such a fun additional to the session, even though I called him Dallas a few times (I have no idea why!). As I was snapping behind the camera I knew right off the bat these two were going to create some super cute images and I love how they turned out! Brandy & Jacob - I'm looking forward to showing you everything next week!

xoxo, h.

Emily : Wesclin High School Senior [Clinton County, IL Senior Photographer]

I am so glad that Emily chose to work with our studio for her senior portraits! She is a very talented, sweet girl and we had a great time photographing her and hanging out with her family. The thought and effort she put into organizing and preparing her session was so great, and it really makes her images stand out! Part two of Emily's session is coming up in just a few short weeks and we'll be heading to St. Louis for a more incredible images! We can't wait! xoxo, h.

The Huelsmann Family

When Carol contacted me a while back about photographing her family, her initial thought was that we would have to do it at Children's Hospital where Galen was staying. So, we planned to do it in the garden there. Well, that Sunday came and so did the rain. I was reallly bummed that we ended up having to reschedule the pictures, but little did I know, God had other plans. Later that week, Carol got news that they would be allowed to take Galen home! Carol called and we planned to do their family photographs outdoors in Carlyle. Watching this family laugh and joke together was so beautiful - Never before have I seen two siblings love eachother quite as much as Galen and Anna. It's very clear that Anna thinks the world of him and Galen just adores her. Next Friday and Saturday our Studio is having it's Children's Fall Special, where all session fees will be donated to Galen Huelsmann. So, come up for some great fall portraits and support an incredible family. Check out the Details Here.

Carol - Thank you so much for allowing me to capture your family! You four are truly some of the bravest, strongest most wonderful people I've ever met!

xoxo, H.