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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
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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Hi guys, and happy Monday! We’re so excited to share with you a little post from our awesome friends over at Jack Lewis Jewelers, Since day one of working with them, we’ve realized that they simply do business differently than most. Today’s post explains why, and we’re so excited to introduce you to them…
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January 9, 2017
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Happy New Year, y’all! ???? Can you guys believe that it is officially 2017 now?! Our 2016 was truly a year for the books… so much happened both in our life and in our business last year, and we finished off 2016 just feeling overwhelmingly GRATEFUL. We’re grateful for our 2016 couples, for our 2017 and 2018 couples, for all the clients and friends we got to meet, for our families’ and friends’ undying support, and most of all, we are so grateful to get to chase this dream TOGETHER. We never want to take it for granted…
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January 2, 2017
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Well THIS post is another one that has been in the works for quite some time now! Oh my goodness, we are so happy to announce something we’ve been working on over the past few months. (Can you tell that we’ve been busy around here lately?! So many fun things in the works for our 2017 brides!!) Are y’all ready for this? We are now (finally!!) offering…
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December 14, 2016
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Good morning y’all! Oh do we have a treat for you BRIDES today… I am so excited for this post and so very honored that the sweet ladies at Michelle’s Bridal and Tuxedo said “YES!” to helping us out with today’s post! One of the things that Luke and I value so much is developing relationships with vendors in our area and beyond. We’re so…
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December 13, 2016
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Alright you newly-married girls… was I the only one who was super excited to design our first Christmas cards for our first married Christmas?! I have no idea why this was such a big deal to me, but I literally could not wait to put together some of our wedding photos and create something pretty…
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Get in Touch
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!
