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I'm a luxury photographer serving brides & mothers who desire a stress-free & joyful photography experience that allows them to enjoy each special season... and to receive jaw-dropping, joy-filled heirlooms they'll pass down for generations to come.

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Welcome to The Caitlin & Luke Blog! Feel free to browse the blog's to view educational posts, lovely weddings, sweet families, and personal posts dating all the way back to 2011. Xoxo! 

Table of ContentsIntroduction, Rediscovering Film PhotographyWhy Film Cameras Possess Lasting AppealSearch Intent, What Makes a Camera the “Best” for Film Photography?Understanding Film Camera Types and FormatsTop New Film Cameras for Modern PhotographersExploring the Market, Best Used and Vintage Film CamerasBest Compact Film Cameras for Everyday UseBest Medium Format Film Cameras for Detailed ImagesDiving into Luxury, […]

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November 14, 2025

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Have you noticed how much families appreciate those multi-generational photos that capture everyone together! Getting three generations, twenty-plus cheerful faces, and not one person blinking in a single frame can feel like a big accomplishment in photography! Having photographed many extended families over several years, we’ve put together a dependable approach that consistently creates wonderful […]

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November 9, 2025

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Your baby’s first weeks truly are a whirlwind of gentle sighs, tiny yawns, and cozy snuggles! These special times deserve to be held onto with the thoughtfulness and care that only professional newborn photography Peoria IL can provide. Families everywhere understand the irreplaceable value of preserving these first memories through thoughtful photography, with the global […]

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November 1, 2025

Our Story Part One

2011 As a painfully shy high school student, the last thing I ever dreamed of was becoming a full-time wedding photographer. But, since elementary school, I’d had an undeniable love for photography and celebrating life through images… even if, in the beginning, those “images” were only of things like flowers and trees! ???? When friends of […]

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February 13, 2017

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Off Season Reading List for Photographers

This time of year, who doesn’t want to cuddle up in a coffee shop with a good book and a cup of coffee?! One of the best things about the off season for us is finally having a little more time to read! I’ve been a bookworm ever since I was a little girl, and […]

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February 8, 2017

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5 Must-Have Shots Your Wedding Photographer Should Capture

When you book your wedding photographer, you are selecting the person (or people!) who is solely in charge of professionally documenting some of the biggest moments in your entire life. Whew… what a responsibility, right?! (You can read more about why we believe wedding photography is so important right here!) From the moments after you […]

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February 7, 2017

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The Importance of Email Response Time

If we had to name one commitment we made in 2016 that has propelled our business forward and improved our client experience overall, deciding to be known for a fast email response time is right on top of the list! On Monday, I had the opportunity to grab lunch with a super sweet photographer friend […]

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February 1, 2017

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Tips We Want Every Bride to Know: Part 1

Happy Monday y’all! We had the best weekend relaxing and spending some much needed time together. Earlier last week, we asked you guys over on Instagram for some good movie recommendations because we were planning a movie date on Saturday, and everyone told us that Hidden Figures was incredible! So… we made popcorn and sour gummy worms […]

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January 30, 2017

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One of the hardest parts about planning your wedding is making so many decisions. Can you relate? From bridesmaids dresses options to guest lists to shoe choices and beyond, it’s so easy to get overwhelmed. That is exactly why we are so excited to share a company we believe in SO much with you brides-to-be today! Basic […]

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January 26, 2017

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