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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! 

Taking that leap from natural light photography to off-camera flash can feel like a big step, but you’re already closer than you think! Every time you’ve wanted more control over light or dreamed of creating those lovely, deep portraits you see, that’s what off-camera flash helps you with. The photography community has fully embraced this […]

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August 31, 2025

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Table of ContentsEnhancing Client Communication: The Photographer’s Guide to GrowthReal Progress Examples: Photographers Who Transformed Their Business Through CommunicationCreating the Groundwork: Setting Clear ExpectationsThe 5-Step Client Communication FrameworkThe Practice of Mindful Listening and UnderstandingLeveraging Technology for Smooth CommunicationMeasuring Communication Progress: Key Performance MetricsAdjusting to Feedback and Ongoing ImprovementHandling Challenging Conversations with Grace Enhancing Client Communication: […]

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August 22, 2025

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Photography makes memories last forever! Knowing how to take a good picture can elevate your work from simple snaps to wonderful visual stories. Whether you’re capturing sweet wedding ceremonies or playful portrait sessions, learning the basics of great photography will help you create images your clients will adore. The photography world keeps growing! It was […]

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August 15, 2025

Hey friends, and happy weekend! Goodness gracious are we so excited to be sharing one of our very favorite posts of the ENTIRE YEAR with you all!! Hey friends, and happy weekend! Goodness gracious are we so excited to be sharing one of our very favorite posts of the ENTIRE YEAR with you all!! Every […]

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December 20, 2019

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Caitlin and Luke Photography, Fransen Nature Area Maternity Photos, Illinois Maternity photos, winter snow maternity photos

Hey friends, and Happy Thursday! Goodness has the blog been packed with some fun stuff this week, huh?! Today we are so excited to get to share something extra special with you guys, and that is this precious maternity session for our new friends Jenna and Cory! Yay! Jenna and I have been planning their […]

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November 21, 2019

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I cannot wait to chat soon!