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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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You’re a talented wedding photographer with a stunning portfolio, but your phone isn’t ringing off the hook with eager couples wanting to book you for their big day. Sound familiar? If so, you’re not alone. In today’s digital age, having a great eye for capturing love stories isn’t enough – you need to make sure […]

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February 10, 2025

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The bride takes a deep breath as she steps into the aisle, the soft glow of stained glass painting colors across her dress. The groom’s face shifts—eyes welling up, lips pressing together to hold back the rush of emotion. For a heartbeat, the entire room seems to pause. These are the moments that can’t be […]

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When rain shows up on a wedding day, it’s easy to feel stressed about creating beautiful images. But here’s the truth – some of our favorite wedding photos have come from rainy days. We’re about to share practical techniques that will help you handle wet weather with confidence, using gear you already own and locations […]

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February 3, 2025

Caitlin and Luke Photography, Illinois Wedding Photographer, Bloomington Normal Wedding Photographer, Illinois Husband and Wife Wedding Photography Team, Illinois wedding photos, IL wedding photography

You’re a talented wedding photographer with a stunning portfolio, but your phone isn’t ringing off the hook with eager couples wanting to book you for their big day. Sound familiar? If so, you’re not alone. In today’s digital age, having a great eye for capturing love stories isn’t enough – you need to make sure […]

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February 10, 2025

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Caitlin and Luke Photography, Ozaukee Country Club Wedding photos, Glendale WI wedding photographers, Wisconsin wedding photographers

The bride takes a deep breath as she steps into the aisle, the soft glow of stained glass painting colors across her dress. The groom’s face shifts—eyes welling up, lips pressing together to hold back the rush of emotion. For a heartbeat, the entire room seems to pause. These are the moments that can’t be […]

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February 8, 2025

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When rain shows up on a wedding day, it’s easy to feel stressed about creating beautiful images. But here’s the truth – some of our favorite wedding photos have come from rainy days. We’re about to share practical techniques that will help you handle wet weather with confidence, using gear you already own and locations […]

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February 3, 2025

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Caitlin and Luke Photography, Bloomington Illinois Wedding Photographers, Illinois Wedding Photographers, Bloomington-Normal Marriott Wedding Photos, Bloomington-Normal Illinois Wedding Photographers

Wedding getting ready photos create the foundation for your pre-ceremony coverage set the tone for your entire collection of images. These intimate moments before the ceremony showcase genuine emotions, meaningful wedding details, and the excitement building throughout the morning. As wedding photographers who have documented hundreds of wedding mornings, we’re sharing our tested approaches for […]

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January 31, 2025

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Caitlin and Luke Photography, Fabyan Forest Preserve Engagement Photos, Geneva IL Engagement photos, Illinois wedding photographers, Illinois engagement photos

Have you ever wondered why some photos have that beautiful blurred background while others are sharp from front to back? The secret lies in understanding aperture priority mode, a powerful tool that can transform your photography from good to exceptional. As photographers who have spent years perfecting this technique, we are excited to share how […]

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January 27, 2025

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spring Pear Tree Estate wedding photographed by IL wedding photographers Caitlin and Luke Photography, Champaign Illinois wedding day

In today’s competitive wedding photography world, success isn’t just about taking beautiful photos – it’s about smart marketing and knowing how to stand out. With 78% of ultra-luxury wedding couples finding their vendors through Google searches, and one-third of luxury couples starting their photographer search before they’re even engaged, there’s huge potential to connect with […]

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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!