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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

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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The Importance of Email Response Time

If we had to name one commitment we made in 2016 that has propelled our business forward and improved our client experience overall, deciding to be known for a fast email response time is right on top of the list! On Monday, I had the opportunity to grab lunch with a super sweet photographer friend […]

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February 1, 2017

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Off Season Tips for Photographers

Alright… raise your hand if you’re a photographer who is confused by the concept of an “off season” because the work actually doesn’t ever stop. Ha… we get it! We definitely resonate with what Jasmine Star says about the off season: There’s no such thing as an off season; there are only “hustle” seasons and “non-hustle” seasons. You’re […]

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January 20, 2017

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When Luke and I are together, we talk a lot about where we’ve come from and how we started our business. Somehow, it just comes up! Granted, I’m a hopeless romantic, and I love to reminisce. So, maybe it’s my fault that we talk about it so much ???? One of the things we talk about most […]

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January 19, 2017

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How to Be Confident in Your Photography Style

If there’s one thing we think all photographers struggle with, it is, without a doubt, comparison. Can you relate? From the very moment you decide you want to pursue photography and establish your own business and brand, you’re constantly looking at other photographers’ work. That’s how you learn, right? You are inspired by dozens of photographers who post hundreds […]

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January 18, 2017

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