This little one is growing up too fast! Earlier this year, little Gianna and I met at her family's home. We hung out and sang "The ABC" song. This session she came to see me in the studio so we could celebrate her first birthday and smash a cake. Man, things have changed! Gianna is SOOOO over "The ABC" song. She is walking. She does NOT like cake. hahaha. She was rather mad at us for trying to make her dirty and eat this weird new food. No matter. Mom, Dad and Sarah a

I could not be happier for my sweet friends. They welcomed their first child into the world this past July and I had the pleasure of meeting her. This is certainly the first of many photo sessions with the adorable Haley Grace. I cannot wait to capture growing up! XO Flowers: www.Stemmingfromlove.com #babyphotos #babyportraits #newbornphotography #newborns #chicagofamilyphotographer #familymemories #familyportraits #familyphotography #napervillefamilyphotographer

I really treasure getting to document my friends lives. Emily and I have known each other for several years now. From working together, break-ups, overseas assignments, corporate reorgs, new loves, engagement, wedding, laughs with several bottles of wine, crazy dogs, less crazy dogs and NOW baby... watching her transform into this this amazing woman has been such a joy. And of course, getting to know Alvin has been pretty great too. I am looking forward to see how parentho

Little Mila was lucky enough to get 2 cakesmashes for her first birthday. One on her actual birthday and another for her 1st birthday photoshoot. Pretty great birthday, I'd say. There was only some minor coercing needed to remind Mila of how great sugar can be... Mom and Dad were happy to help show her the ways. Since Mila delicately smashed the cake, I was even lucky enough to get a little piece post shoot too! Celebration all around!! Happy Birthday Baby Girl! #downer

I would like to introduce Baby Gianna. Likes: Shiny reflectors Sophia the Giraffe Mom and Dad The ABC song Zoey the Dog Dislikes: Naps A new add to the likes list is a photoshoot. Gianna had a great time getting her pictures taken. She rocked her 6 month portrait session. Luck for me she learned how to sit up (well kinda) that day before we met. Scroll down to check out this adorable face! #familymemories #familyportraits #familyphotography #chicagophotographer #chicagofam