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I'm a luxury family photographer serving families who desire a stress-free & joyful photoshoot by providing an experience that allows my clients to enjoy each special season & receive jaw-dropping, joy-filled photos they'll pass down for generations to come.

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The Caitlin & Luke Blog has been retired for now! Feel free to browse the blog's archives to view lovely weddings, sweet families, and personal posts dating all the way back to 2011. Xoxo! 

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Choosing the right camera for wedding photography isn’t just about having expensive gear – it’s about having reliable tools that help us deliver stunning images to our couples. As wedding photographers, we’ve learned that having the right equipment makes all the difference when capturing everything from tender first looks to packed dance floors. Professional wedding […]

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December 21, 2024

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Starting out as a second shooter at weddings can feel overwhelming. Between managing gear, coordinating with the lead photographer, and capturing crucial moments, there’s a lot to handle. But don’t worry – we’ve helped train dozens of second shooters over the years, and we’re here to share everything you need to know to excel in […]

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December 10, 2024

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Let’s dive into an honest look at what it really means to be a wedding photographer. After shooting hundreds of weddings since 2015, we’ve experienced every high and low this career can throw at you. Whether you’re considering making the switch to wedding photography or just curious about what we do, this guide will give […]

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December 7, 2024

Hi friends! I’ve had so many requests to put together a post with our favorite newborn products and resources since welcoming baby Grayson to our family in April! I love getting to put together things like this, so bear with me- it’s a bit of a long post. But, I hope it is super helpful […]

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August 26, 2021

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Happy Thursday, everyone! We are so excited to be sharing yet another fun maternity session with you all today. The best! We are Caitlin & Luke- Bloomington, IL maternity photographers, and we are so honored to have been able to capture this beautiful maternity session for our friends Lauren and Jordan!  Lauren and Jordan should […]

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August 12, 2021

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Hello everyone! In case you couldn’t tell, my booking schedule has been PACKED with maternity sessions this year! I am here for it, and I have adored getting to photograph so many of these sweet sessions for so many wonderful couples all year long. Today, I get to share my sweet new friends Kaitlin & […]

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August 9, 2021

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Hi friends! My goodness, are we so excited to be sharing a fun little session with you all today! Just wait until you see these sweet photos. Wow! We are Caitlin & Luke- Brimfield, IL family photographers, and we are so honored to have been able to capture this sweet session for our friends Lauren […]

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August 6, 2021

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Welcome back to the blog, friends! Wow, are we excited to share this beautiful wedding day with you all today- we had the most amazing time getting to celebrate Emily and Kyle’s gorgeous wedding day with them! If you’re new around here, welcome- we are Caitlin & Luke- Champaign, IL wedding photographers, and we absolutely […]

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August 3, 2021

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Happy Friday, friends! What better way is there to end the week than by sharing a gorgeous session right here on the blog?! I can’t think of one! 😉 We are Caitlin & Luke- Lombard, IL maternity photographers, and we are so honored to have been able to capture this beautiful maternity session for our […]

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July 30, 2021

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I cannot wait to chat soon!