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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
Happy Monday you guys! We had an amazing weekend getting to take some time off from shooting weddings… it’s SO hard to believe, but we only have two more weddings this whole year! How insane is that?! We loved getting to relax for the majority of this weekend…
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November 14, 2016
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I have always just LOVED the University of Illinois’ campus… their quad is just gorgeous and of course, enormous; everything about the University of Illinois is BIG! So, when Lauren emailed me about scheduling her and her fiancé Jordan’s engagement shoot at the University of Illinois…
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November 11, 2016
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Ohh my goodness gracious, was I SO excited when Monday finally arrived and we got to photograph Brianna and Bryan’s engagement session! I have known Brianna for a long time… I actually photographed her senior session a few years back…
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November 10, 2016
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The other day, Luke and I peeked at our calendar for this week and next week, and we realized just how much our engagement shoots are starting to slow down for the fall! How did that even happen? Our nights are becoming less and less full, and while that DOES mean we don’t get to hang out with our AMAZING…
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November 9, 2016
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You GUYS… It’s only been three days, and I already have been dying to share these photos from Saturday’s wedding with Gina and Jason with you all! Oh my goodness gracious, was this day a JOY to be a part of. Gina and Jason were so good to us all day on Saturday, their bridal party was so genuinely kind and so fun, and we had so much time for portraits…
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November 8, 2016
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The fact that our fall engagement sessions are finally starting to slow down makes me SO sad, you guys… I mean, we could seriously photograph couples like Erika and Marty ALL year long and be so happy! I’m obsessing a little bit over every aspect of our shoot with these two cuties, and I think you…
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November 7, 2016
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Cue the confetti! I've officially received your inquiry, and we couldn't be more excited to start this journey with you.
I'm now a full-time mama and a part-time photographer, but all messages will be responded to as soon as I'm able. Thank you for your patience! My average email response time is currently 3-5 days.
I cannot wait to chat soon!
