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The Blog
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How to Choose a Brand Photographer Who Actually Gets You
You can Google “brand photographer Chicago” and get a hundred results in four seconds. Plenty of talented people. Solid portfolios. Professional websites. Reasonable prices. Why does it…
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9 Tips for Preparing for your Next Headshot
Let’s face it. Most of us are not super models. Actually, most of us feel pretty awkward when there’s a big camera pointing in our direction. Never…
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In Pursuit of Perfectionism
Every January, we are bombarded with wellness, organization, and all things self-improvement. It is the time of year where so many of us are in the post…
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Your Family is NORMAL. (And yet everyone thinks their family is the handful.)
This fall has been nutty in all things photos around Chicago! However, did you know that for many of my new clients, the number one regret I…
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10 of My Favorite Resources in Chicago for Expecting and New Parents
It takes a village to raise a child AND support expecting and new parents! Read below for some of my favorite resources for this time in life…
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Family (Un)posing Guide for Chicago Family Photos with Maija
Ask any parent who the most beautiful kid in the world is. They’ll tell you the names of their own kids. This is true for YOU as…
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Mom Brain: Self-Care is Necessary
In conversation with friends and clients, I often hear the terms “Mom Brain,” “Brain Fog,” and other words relating to a general feeling of being stressed out,…
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Pregnant Women vs. Toddlers: 15 Ways They Are Similar
I’m halfway through my second pregnancy right now. After a morning of chasing my toddler around, I laid down for a much needed nap. However, instead of sleeping, my…
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Streets of London Salon of the West Lakeview Neighborhood in Chicago
Marketing a small business is an ongoing process of telling others a story. It is about allowing potential clients to experience the heart, values, and personalities that…
