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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

Caitlin and Luke Central Illinois Wedding

In case you somehow missed it, Luke and I JUST got married in June! ???? It was THE best day ever, for so many reasons. If I’m being honest, though, it was SO weird to be on the “bride” side instead of the “photographer” side of planning and experiencing a wedding! 

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August 26, 2016

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Caitlin and Luke Central Illinois Wedding

I don’t know about you guys, but we just SOAKED UP this weekend! It was beyond gorgeous out here in Illinois, and you can bet we took lots of walks and enjoyed every chance we could to be outside! 

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August 22, 2016

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Wedding Morning Tips

Today’s post is JUST for my sweet C&L brides! Ohh this is a topic I care about so so much: having the smoothest, least stressful, most FUN morning on wedding days. What bride doesn’t want a calm, fun environment on the morning of the day she marries the love of her life?

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August 18, 2016

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Caitlin and Luke Central Illinois Wedding

This engagement session comes with a sweet story! 🙂 Jessica got in contact with us super recently about shooting their wedding in 2017, but there was one catch…

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August 16, 2016

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Caitlin and Luke Central Illinois Wedding

It’s FRIDAY! Are y’all as ready for this weekend as I am?! We have a fun weekend ahead of us… our plans include a movie night tonight, hosting a bridal shower tomorrow, time with family, church and even meeting with a brand new 2017 bride on Sunday! Ah!

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August 12, 2016

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Caitlin and Luke Central Illinois Wedding

Hi you guys! We hope your weeks are off to an incredible start! We got to shoot Jenna and Stuart’s wedding and had THE best day! I’m sure you’ve seen us going crazy on Instagram posting all about their day… from Jenna’s stunning ballgown to the bouquets! We love brides who are all about the details!

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August 9, 2016

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