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Chicago Child Photographer | Holiday!

Yep, it's that time again. Plaids, red ribbons, patent leather shoes...

Holiday pictures!

Here's a quick Sneak Peek for K and B who brought their two little ones to me for the first time last year, and who I was so pleased to see again. It never ceases to amaze me how much these little suckers grow in a few short months. Amazing.

Anyway, enough blather :-)

 K, here is your Sneak Peek.

Enjoy!

 

I got this FAB jacket the day before the shoot and was DYING to use it. Isn't is awesome?

 

 

 

And Dad, this one's for YOU!

 

Happy First Birthday, P!!!!!!!

Chicago Baby Photographer | One!

I was so pleased to see baby K for her one year celebration. She was one of my favourite sessions of 2009 and I was tickled to see her again!

T & K, thank you SO much. I love having you all over.

Here is your Sneak Peek.

Enjoy!

 

 

 

 

Chicago Child Photography | Let's Play!

Ok, it's the busy season. So does that mean it's a little nutty around here?

Is the sky blue? 

Is water wet? 

Does a wild bear...well, you get the point.

So yes, nutty it has been and nutty it continues to be. That being said, it is time to catch up on a few Sneak Peeks!

I went to visit the W family an had a wonderful time playing in their backyard. I got to climb on playsets, be Darth Vader and make angels in the grass. My kind of session.

E, here is your Sneak Peek. 

Enjoy!

 

Look!!! B smiled at me!!!!

 

And G stopped....for about 1.5 seconds :-)

 

 

 

Let's Play!

 

G - you had the BEST expressions.

 

Thanks so much for the fun, you guys! Truly, my job rocks.

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And you know who you are :-)

Holiday Minisessions are BACK! For ONE DAY ONLY!!!!

$395

What’s Included:

• 20 minute session for up to 4 people to take place at the MP studio
• A 3 day online gallery and ordering with 10-12 images to choose from
• 2 – 8×10s, 2 – 5×7s and 24 gorgeous press printed holiday cards from our latest designs
• Additional products may be added at our Create a Collection prices

Full payment is due at time of booking to reserve your spot.

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Sweet Baby A. | Chicago Newborn Photographer

I know you all have noticed the lack of posts on the MP blog lately, but between being crazy with sessions and being laid up for a bit (whiplash from a car accident) I have neglected the blog a bit and I am now trying to catch up! So thank you for your patience and all the sweet emails asking where I've been!

You all know I love the new squishy curly ones. It is one of my favourite things to do - to photograph a brand new soul. 

Thank you J & B for allowing me the privilege.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Chicago Child Photographer | Action!

That's what this session was all about..Action!

And TONS of it.

There was alot of running, but I think we managed to get some good stuff!

I especially like the family photograph...non traditional and fun.

M, here is your Sneak Peek.

ENJOY!

Chicago Baby Photography, Chicago Child Photographer | Monkey Business.

I knew that's what was going to happen when I saw these two walk in. Between that great monkey shirt and the great personalities....

C, thank you so much for coming to the studio with your two lovely children, and I look forward to seeing you soon.

Here is your Sneak Peek.

ENJOY!

Chicago Child Photographer | Girls Day Out.

I love it when a bunch of ladies come in to the studio, especially ones that let me dress them up and have a tea party.

I loved seeing you C, and was very happy to meet the littlest member of your family...and I know Georgia wants ALL of you to come and play again, soon!

C, thank you for coming, and here is your Sneak Peek.

ENJOY!!!!

Chicago Baby Photography | Big Baby Blues

That's what this little man had. In spades. HUGE big baby blue eyes. 

Gorgeous.

And a beautiful mama to boot.

E - I know you've been patient while I've been traveling, and I appreciate that.

Here's your sneak peek - enjoy!!!!

Chicago Baby Photographer | 18 Months? Are you sure :-)?

This sweet little one is almost the same age as my youngest, so I knew what I was in for... (namely, a lot of running :-) and {whew}, three hours later, sure enough, I was all out of monkey noises! 

And her language - boy is she advanced! She could say anything! If she hadn't looked like an 18 month old, I wouldn't have believed it!

But the time flew by, and we got what we came for...some absolutely beautiful images of sweet Baby J. Who by the way, can come back and play with my Lucas ANY time. 

You should have seen this little one talk - I swear, she will be talking in full sentences any time now. Amazing.

Anyway, thank you to one of my favourite clients, M for referring C and little J to me, and thank you, C, for making my day fun.

Here is your sneak peek. Enjoy!