Chicago is one of my most favorite cities in the world. It’s vibrant, exciting and has so much to offer! I was recently featured in a Redfin article highlighting some fun facts about Chicago. From the iconic “bean” to its culture and food, there are so many things to do and explore inChicago. And with...Continue Reading

Welcome baby Gemma! It was such a treat to photograph this wonderful family again! The first time I took their pictures was the older brother’s newborn session. He has gotten so big and so did his siblings. I loved seeing all their faces again and meeting the new addition to the family, the gorgeous baby...Continue Reading

5 Easy Steps To Taking Better iPhone Pictures   iPhone camera technology has gone a long way, making many of us equipped with decent cameras right at our fingertips. But what are the secrets of making our iPhone pictures look great? You have probably been there, you took a picture of a lovely scene just...Continue Reading

Family Portrait at the Lighthouse Beach in Evanston I photographed this wonderful family on a warm and sunny day last year, when the weather was still very nice. They live in Evanston, just north of Chicago. I do on-location work and this family requested to have their pictures taken in their favorite spots around where...Continue Reading

I enjoy capturing families both outdoors on location and in the studio. But there are certainly benefits to booking a studio photography session. Here are 7 reasons why booking a studio photography shoot might be for you! 1. Predictability: In the studio, you rule out the unpredictability of the weather, especially in Chicago, where forecasts...Continue Reading

I want to tell you about a recent downtown Chicago family session I did for an amazing family that was nothing but love and smiles. It was Mother Teresa who said, “Let us always meet each other with smile, for the smile is the beginning of love.” This smiley little guy, at 8 months old,...Continue Reading

So, you’ve decided to get family photos taken. But what do you do next? Here are 6 steps to prepare for the big day ​so that your photo session is successful and fun! 1. Find an experienced photographer. Do your research, read reviews online, and look at their website. ​Do you like their portfolio? Do...Continue Reading

A Family Photo Shoot To Remember I love family photography and creating timeless portraits for my clients. Every person I photograph is unique in his or her own way, and each session is special to me. And then there are those photo shoots that come along and remind me why I do what I do....Continue Reading

6 Steps to Finding Your Perfect On-Location Photo Shoot Outfit. For many people, one of the most intimidating aspects of a family photo day is finding what to wear. This is especially true for on-location shoots (as opposed to in the studio). But this process doesn’t have to be stressful. In fact, choosing outfits can...Continue Reading

As a photographer, my primary goal is to bring my clients the very best that this industry has to offer. To make sure I do this, I typically invest in a couple of photography workshops each year with the foremost industry-leading photographers in the world. Growth and development and staying current on the latest techniques...Continue Reading