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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

Friends- I can hardly believe it, but it’s already time for us to blog our last wedding of our 2021 wedding season! Where on earth has this year gone?! It was such an incredible wedding season, and we are so grateful for each and every couple whose wedding days we got to be a part […]

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November 9, 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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Milwaukee WI wedding day at Pritzlaff Events photographed by Caitlin and Luke Photography

Hi friends, and welcome back to our blog! If you are new around here, welcome!! We are Caitlin & Luke- wedding photographers in Milwaukee, WI, and we could not be more excited to be sharing Lily and David’s stunning wedding photos right here on our blog today! If you’ve been following us for a while, […]

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April 7, 2021

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Fall wedding in Illinois at the Crestwicke Country Club photographed by Caitlin and Luke Photography, Bloomington wedding photographers, IL Wedding photographers

Hi friends, and welcome back to the blog!! If you are new around here, we are Caitlin & Luke- Bloomington, IL Wedding Photographers! Welcome- we’re so glad you are here, and we’re SO excited to be sharing a little peek into Lauren and Jon’s beautiful wedding day! Lauren and Jon were married just a few […]

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November 18, 2020

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Fall wedding at Pear Tree Estate photographed by Caitlin and Luke Photography, IL wedding photographers, Champaign IL wedding photographers, Illinois wedding photographers

Hi friends, and happy Tuesday! If you’re new around here, welcome to the blog!! We are Caitlin & Luke- Champaign, IL Wedding Photographers, and we are SO excited to be sharing images from Justine and Dwaine’s GORGEOUS Pear Tree Estate wedding day right here on the blog today! There is so much about this special […]

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I cannot wait to chat soon!