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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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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! 

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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Those tiny fingers, that sweet newborn smell, the way your baby curls up, these precious first weeks pass by so quickly! If you are welcoming a little one in Champaign, Illinois, professional newborn photography offers a lovely way to freeze time and create lasting recollections of your baby’s earliest days. Table of ContentsWhy Choose Professional […]

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October 25, 2025

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Table of ContentsCapturing Life’s Wonderful Steps: Professional Maternity Photography in Bloomington, ILWhy Choose Professional Maternity PhotographyMedical Timing and Safety AdviceWhat Makes Bloomington IL Maternity Photography DistinctA Guide to Maternity Photography Session TypesInvestment and Package Options for 2025General Questions and Practical Things to ConsiderFrequently Asked QuestionsPicking Your Bloomington Maternity Photographer Capturing Life’s Wonderful Steps: Professional Maternity […]

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October 17, 2025

Why Your Business Needs Reviews

Hey guys, it’s Luke! Last June, right after we got back from our honeymoon, we decided we wanted to change some of the major focuses of our business. One of the ways we decided to do this was through SEO. If you haven’t started learning about SEO yet, I promise that it will be worth […]

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May 1, 2017

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Trio Workshop in Dallas, Texas

Happy Monday, friends! If you’ve been following us on Instagram at all, you know that I (Caitlin) was out of the state last week for an INCREDIBLE week at the Trio Workshop in Dallas, Texas! And y’all… I cannot even start to explain how amazing that week was for me and for the future growth […]

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March 27, 2017

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Wedding Photogrpahy Education Update

Happy Friday, guys! A couple months back, Caitlin wrote a blog post about some exciting education updates for our business. So, we wanted to take some time and fill you in TODAY on the new and exciting things we are launching here soon! Are you guys ready? 1. We’re Hosting a Facebook Live Event! On […]

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March 3, 2017

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How to Start a Photography Business

So… you’ve discovered a deep love for photography. And, the thought that you could turn that passion into a business has crossed your mind more times than you’d like to admit. Yay! That is amazing…we can totally relate to the excitement you’re feeling. You’ve probably thought of all the perks of working for yourself. (Aren’t […]

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February 17, 2017

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Off Season Reading List for Photographers

This time of year, who doesn’t want to cuddle up in a coffee shop with a good book and a cup of coffee?! One of the best things about the off season for us is finally having a little more time to read! I’ve been a bookworm ever since I was a little girl, and […]

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February 8, 2017

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5 Must-Have Shots Your Wedding Photographer Should Capture

When you book your wedding photographer, you are selecting the person (or people!) who is solely in charge of professionally documenting some of the biggest moments in your entire life. Whew… what a responsibility, right?! (You can read more about why we believe wedding photography is so important right here!) From the moments after you […]

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February 7, 2017

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I cannot wait to chat soon!