Dust Family [Southern Illinois Family Photographer)

Recently we got the chance to photograph the Dust family! We had such a great time roaming around at the park, picking flowers with Henry and playing peek-a-boo. When we photograph children or families, we are definitely on kiddo time, we want to give them a chance to warm up to us so we can get those genuine expressions and happy smiles! I'm so glad we were able to get those as well as some more simple, innocent angles as well. Thanks for such a great session! We hope you enjoy your new wall portraits in next home!

Ashley - Central High School [Southern Illinois Senior Photographer)

We had a great time photographing Ashley a few weeks ago! When just so happened to stumble across those blue crates that totally matched her outfit, I was completely excited! Even though the wind gave us some trouble that day, we handled it well! I loved all her outfit choices and I think the pink glitter backdrop might be out favorite! Thanks for such a great session, Ashley!

Blake - Mater Dei Catholic High School [Southern Illinois Senior Photographer)

When Blake's mom called to set up his senior session, we just so happened to have a cancelation that Saturday! So, thankfully, we were able to get these guys in pretty quickly! The weather was great and Blake was a great sport, smiling when his mom and sister teased him and willing to do whatever pose I suggested, even if he thought it was odd ;) We photographed four outfits and were able to include some great props like his hunting gear and the family jeep! Thanks so much for a great session, Blake! Best of luck on your senior year!

HALEY - Central High School [Southern Illinois Senior Photographer]

We had such a grea time with Haley! She is such a sweetheart and has an amazing fashion sense! This girl brought the cutest outfits, I didn't know where I wanted to start! I have to say, the red jumper was seriously one of my favorites. And Haley was so easy going, willing to try anything and even put up with my ridiculously bright reflector without complaint. I'm so excited to deliver her final images!

ALEXIS - Central High School [Southern Illinois Senior Photographer]

Alexis' day started out with a bit of a hiccup. The location she had chosen for her country style images wasn't available any more. Although, it just took a few phone calls and viola! We had a location which turned out to be better than planned and I'm so glad that happened because we LOVED it! I knew her whole session was going to be amazing - She was actually a Junior ModelJunior Model of ours last year AND she helped us out by walking in the Aviston 150 Parade! :) She had it all from model style, to the beach, the barbed wire & hay bales on the farm, shopping and St. Louis! And, of course, we have to give a shout out to her mom, Michelle, for being such a trooper on a 90+ degree day, walking around StL shortly after knee surgery. Mom of the year, for sure :) Alexis - You are such a gorgeous girl, inside and out! I'm so thankful to have been able to work with you!

Cassandra + Chandler Engaged! [Southern Illinois Wedding Photogapher]

A few weeks ago we set out to create some beautiful city inspired engagement portraits for Cassandra and Chandler. We honestly could not have gotten a more beatiful day, 75 and sunny with a slight breeze. We started in the CWE, strolling up and down the streets finding cute locations here and there. Then, we headed to Soulard for more fun, relaxed images. Cassandra is a big fan of older architecture so we tried to include interesting building and locations in their shoot, while still making it clearly about the two of them. Cassandra is so sweet and it's easy to see that Chandler simply adores her. Our last stop of the day was a grassy area near Epic Pizza, so of course, we had to stop and sit outside for a slice. Perfect end to a great day! Can't wait for May 23, 2015! :):)