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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

Happy Tuesday, friends! Wedding season is in full swing around here, and we couldn’t be more excited! Today, we get to share yet another gorgeous wedding day with you all, and goodness are we obsessed with how this one turned out. So fun! But first, if you’re new around here, let us introduce ourselves first. […]

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June 15, 2021

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Oh my goodness are we excited to be sharing this gorgeous engagement session with you all today! Happy Tuesday, friends! If you’re new around here, we are Caitlin and Luke- Bloomington, IL wedding photographers, and we couldn’t be more excited to be sharing Courtney and Andrew’s gorgeous Ewing Manor engagement photos with you all today! […]

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June 8, 2021

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spring Fransen Nature Area maternity session photographed by IL maternity photographers Caitlin and Luke Photography, Bloomington Illinois maternity session

Hi friends, and happy Thursday! We could not be more excited to be sharing the most gorgeous springtime maternity session with you all today right here on the blog! If you are brand new around here, welcome!! We are Caitlin & Luke- Bloomington, IL maternity photographers, and I’ll admit it- we are officially obsessed with […]

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May 27, 2021

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spring Pear Tree Estate wedding photographed by IL wedding photographers Caitlin and Luke Photography, Champaign Illinois wedding day

Happy Thursday, friends! Get ready, because we have another gorgeous wedding day that we get to share with you all right here on the blog today! Ahh! But first, if you’re new around here, let us introduce ourselves first. We are Caitlin & Luke- Champaign, IL wedding photographers, and our team had the total honor […]

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May 20, 2021

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Pear Tree Estate wedding photographed by Champaign IL wedding photographers Caitlin and Luke Photography

Hi friends, and welcome back to the blog!! If you’re new around here, let us first say a big welcome! We are Caitlin & Luke- Champaign, IL wedding photographers, and today we have the total pleasure of sharing Anna and Silas’ stunner of a wedding day with you all! Yay! We truly could not be […]

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May 18, 2021

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Countryside Banquet Facility wedding photographed by Bloomington Illinois wedding photographer Caitlin and Luke Photography, IL wedding day in the spring

Hi friends, and happy Monday! We simply could not be more excited to kick off this brand new week by sharing Laura and Paul’s gorgeous wedding day with you all right here on the blog! Yay!! If you are new around here, let us first say a big welcome!! We are Caitlin & Luke- Peoria, […]

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May 3, 2021

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