Meeker Family || Sunset Hill Farm Valparaiso, IN Family Session

Join me as I look back on this beautiful Fall session with the Meeker family at Sunset Hill Farm in Valparaiso, IN. This session was filled warmth from the family and the glow of a fading sun and the vibrant fall colors. Sunset Hill Farm always provides a gorgeous landscape and it was so sweet to once again have the Meeker family in front of my lens in this glorious space.

I have had the privilege of capturing the Meeker’s for their one year anniversary and maternity photos when they anticipated the arrival of their third baby girl. Despite distance, Brittany (mom) and I have become great friends throughout the years as we’ve journeyed together on this wild ride of motherhood. So as the years go by and I see how fast kids grow up, it was all the more sweeter to capture these family photos for my friends to cherish forever.

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Caldwell Woods Family Session || Chicago, IL

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Cantigny Park Family Session || Wheaton, IL Family Session

Gosh, I love the Fall! Not only are the colors of the trees gorgeous, but it also such a great time for family photos! I had such a sweet time with Chris, Ellen and their sweet baby girl, Brooklyn. The morning of the session, Brooklyn starting doing this thing where she'd stick her tongue out. So throughout the session, she stuck her tongue out and it was the cutest thing! 

One thing about family sessions that I've come to learn is that you truly don't know what to expect when children are around. You may have a baby that is happy the whole time, or you may have a baby that isn't really feeling it that day... towards the end of this session Brooklyn really wasn't feeling it. BUT there are some hilariously cute teary photos of her that her parents will equally cherish because sometimes that's real life. Babies aren't going to be smiley all the time and that's okay! My thought is this - Those teary moments are great to capture too because they will certainly be apart of your journey as a parent and having moments like these to look back on when your kids are older will give you all a good laugh or two!

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Wolken Family Session || Chicago, IL Family Photographer

If you've been following my work for a bit you may have noticed that I mostly photograph couples. Recently, I have also grown to love family sessions. There is something so special and sweet about coming into a family's space and capturing their life and love for each other. Capturing a family's unique antics and personalities has been such a joy for me. You never really know what you're walking into with each session. 

Earlier this month I had the pleasure of capturing the Wolken family. About one week earlier they had welcomed their adorable new son into their family, and it was so fun to see the happiness everyone shared for this little ball of joy - especially their older son. His reactions are truly priceless.

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Leia || Westville, IN Newborn Session

Back in November I did Amanda and Josh's pregnancy reveal shoot, maternity shoot in April and now newborn session! Leia (yes, the name was inspired by Star Wars - I asked!)  is absolutely adorable and I've loved being apart of this journey with them. Enjoy all this cuteness from their latest session! 

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Amanda + Josh || Chesterton, IN Maternity Session

I've known Amanda + Josh since last November when I photographed their pregnancy reveal session. As I have watched their family grow, I am reminded of what a joy it is to be a lifestyle photographer. I've been able to experience and share in the excitement with my clients as they celebrate new life chapters. This sunset maternity session was nothing short of beautiful, and I am that much more excited to meet their newborn come June.

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Jake + Amy + Kayla + Mason || Hobart, IN Family Session

This family shoot with Jake, Amy, Kayla and Mason was such a treat! County Line Orchard in the Fall created the perfect backdrop. You can clearly see the joy that they all bring to each other. I am also so grateful to call them my family! 

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Josh + Amanda + Hayden || Valparaiso, IN Pregnancy Reveal Session

Amanda, Josh, and six-year-old, Hayden, wanted to share their exciting news with their family and friends through photos. It was such an honor to be a part of this exciting time! I hope you enjoy some of my favorites from this Fall shoot.

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Molnar Family || Valparaiso, IN Family Session

Chris, Dawn, Ben, Bethany, Brett and Brianna's family session started out with Chris (dad) calling me Tricia - Brett (his son) told him that was my name. When Chris said this I looked confused, but quickly realized what happened as everyone, except Chris, was laughing hysterically. It was a great way to kick off this family session! 

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