A common question that many couples ask me as their wedding photographer is, “do you work with a shot list?” and my answer is always no. I do use a checklist for the group family formals so that I am efficient and organized but anything else is always inspired as I go throughout the wedding day. Each wedding party is completely different and not all “poses or groupings” work the same. A few things that inspire me for group shots are light, color, style, height, number of people in a group, architecture, personalities and of course, alcohol intake, LOL! I always sneak in those traditional group formals but after that, it’s usually more informal and fun. I love capturing movement and expressions. Walking, jumping, and skipping is not out of the question. I love capturing details from the shoes to the flowers. I love closeups. They are my favorite. You will often hear me saying the words, “snuggle in and get closer!” A few suggestions from the bride and groom are always welcome but the best way for me to capture your wedding day is by allowing me to have the freedom to let the creative juices flow!
Creative Wedding Party Pictures
- Very nice post.... Love these images. Our couples love the relaxed feel to our bridal party images too!
- And these are beautiful! Leave it to the professionals like you to know when to click! :D
- Great shots Cindy!
Storyboards | new products | wall collages
If you are anything like me, you are looking for new ways to show off your beautiful professional pictures in a creative way. Friends and family will SWOON over these showstoppers when they walk into your home and you will cherish each and every image even more. We are so excited to show off two of our newest products. These storyboards can be ordered as a canvas or standout mount in sizes 20×20 or 24×30. To celebrate our newest product, we are offering 50% off for an entire week!! Offer is good until midnight on 1/26/12.
- These are so beautiful, Cindy! :)
- Such a great alternative to choosing one or two favorite images!
Introducing Amelia Susan | IL newborn photographers
Last week, I was blessed to visit a beautiful historic home to capture seven day old Amelia who is as precious as her name! She was welcomed home by the family’s beloved three legged Boxer named Beau who was very curious about the newest family member. It was so cute to watch him peek through her crib to see what was going on.
Amelia took a little break about halfway through our session to have a snack so I couldn’t help but capture the beauty of the home as well. The 1924, bungalow style craftsman house featured some of the most amazing woodwork I have ever laid my eyes upon. I was completely spoiled by the afternoon sun streaming through the windows of the guest room. Amelia’s tiny features and perfect newborn skin were effortlessly captured with the beautiful natural light. Congratulations Kim and Joey on the birth of your sweet baby girl! This will be a magical year!
standing guard over baby Amelia ♥
I think Amelia's smiling as Beau sniffs her (:
The afternoon light streaming through the windows in the guest room made for some amazing natural light images. I loved the antique furniture and the portrait of dad's great grandmother on the wall
of course, i had to capture Beau the Boxer hanging out on the bed while Amelia took a break for a snack!
I'm so in love with this home. Had to capture some photographs of it's beautiful character. Isn't it gorgeous?!
precious ♥
- That's a beautiful home, you are so right! The details are amazing and it seems that is an amazing family, caring for the past and seeing it pass to the future. The sweet baby is adorable, love the ones with her and the dog. Looks like they're going to be great friends.
- Oh my goodness... love the b/w images with the antique painting and dresser. So beautiful! xoxo
- Oh Cindy, these are so dear! I can't decide what I love more: the house, the baby, or the dog! :D Great job!
- These are gorgeous pictures...of Amelia, of Beau and of the house!!! Kim will adore these:)
introducing Tarin Marie | IL newborn photographers
This week has been full of THE sweetest newborn babies. Lucky Me!
Tarin was born with a head full of dark hair and steely blue eyes. She looked just like my babies at the same age. I personally attributed all of that hair to the daily Twix and chocolate intake that occurred but I forgot to ask mom if she did the same thing. LOL
Tarin was just four days old during our newborn session, but as you can see, she was very alert and seemed to really focus in on her daddy. Mom calls dad, “the baby whisperer” and I would have to agree. Whenever she was in his arms, she was quiet and relaxed with eyes wide open.
Congratulations Cory and Heidi on your sweet baby girl. The best is yet to come…
check out all of Tarin's hair ♥
Tarin was bright eyed for being just a few days old!
I loved the way Tarin looked at her daddy!
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and these teeny tiny wrinkly toes ♥
- Its hard to believe she is only 4 days old. She's so alert! What a cutie pie. Great music in the slideshow too.
- More awesome pictures Cindy!!! Heidi and Cory- congrats! Train is absolutely gorgeous...and I love the name!!
Introducing Camden Patrick | newborn baby photographer
Happy New Year friends! My first blog post of the year starts with the sweetest newborn baby boy – Camden Patrick. He was born on New Year’s Eve which happened to be the five year anniversary of the day that Pad and Sara said, “I Do”. Camden was five days old during his newborn session and he was an active little guy for being so new! He was a master of THE cutest expressions and faces.
Mom is the owner/entrepreneur of Behind Every Bride and So Chic - Events and Bridal Planning. Admittedly, as she was growing into adulthood, she wondered if she would ever be a mother. Sara is a savvy business woman and she had high aspirations for building a successful business. She didn’t know if those goals and dreams could include a family. But she and Pad decided to take the plunge and announced that they were pregnant and they couldn’t have been happier! It was fun to view her documentation of monthly pregnancy pictures on Facebook. I could completely relate to her entries of cravings that included frequent visits to Qdoba, Polar Pops, and chocolate (: The anticipation of seeing “spuddy” (his nickname as he was growing in her belly) was exciting!
Fast forward, 9 months later. Pad and Sara brought a perfect baby boy into the world on December 31st at 8:44 pm. Welcoming Camden into the world on their five year wedding anniversary has been one of their biggest blessings and the best start to a new year!
Congratulations Pad and Sara! He is absolutely precious and I look forward to watching him grow in 2012 (:
- Cindy, Cindy, Cindy - where would I even start in commenting on these? Special. Precious. Amazing. Thank you, from the bottom of my heart, for capturing our little family. To say we are blessed would be an understatement and the fact we have these amazing images to remember this special time is beyond wonderful. Thank you again - so glad our paths have crossed!
- Oh, what a sweetheart! Haha, the hat is amazing, and the last one is precious! Great beginning of the year!
Golden doodles | Riley, Cooper, and Maya
According to my husband, I have two – too many dogs but after I took pictures of Riley, Cooper, and Mya right before Christmas… I wanted to add three more. My son’s girlfriend owns these precious Goldendoodles and she wanted to gift her parents with a canvas print of the three dogs as a christmas present. It was a super fun challenge to get all three of them to sit still together in unison but as you can see, we did capture some really cute ones!
♥ Riley
Riley and Cooper ♥
Riley, Cooper, and Mya
- WOW! Awesome pics! You did an amazing job. Thank you!!
- LOVE IT! You certainly captured the essence of these fluffy kids :D
waiting on an angel | belly session
I’m finally caught up!! This was my very last session of the year and I am extremely proud of these beautiful images. My friend, Stephanie is only a few weeks away from her due date. She happens to have the cutest belly and the hottest husband (:
I couldn’t be happier for these two expectant parents. A little girl is on the way and I can’t wait to meet her! Congratulations you two and I will see you in February!
Josh + Kari | engagement session | Peoria wedding photographers
It’s couples like Josh and Kari that get me so excited for our 2012 wedding season. Kari is going to be a GORGEOUS on her wedding day and she is the one of my sweetest “to be” brides ever! Josh reminds me of a “marlboro man” with his rugged good looks. It was a very cold afternoon in December when I captured Josh and Kari’s engagement session. It also happened to be Kari’s birthday! Although it was a cool 29 degrees and our fingertips and toes were a little chilly, it was wonderful to get away from the computer/editing and breathe in some fresh air. It also gave Josh and Kari a perfect reason to snuggle up and cuddle for their pictures! I kept them in the warm afternoon light and it offered some beautiful, dramatic effects that I fell in love with. I can’t wait until May 19th when they tie the knot! It’s hard to believe that their wedding day is only 5 short months away.
- So cute! Beautiful light.
- Lovely - and the light in ALL of these is beautiful, not just your photo submission!
Trenton DeSantis | Washington Community High School | Class of 2012
My name is Trenton Matthew DeSantis
I attend Washington Community High School – Class of 2012
In school, I participate in Football, Key Club, Pep Club, Spanish Club, Intramural Sports, Powderpuff Football Coaching, and National Honors Society
My favorite school subject is Physics
Three words that best describe me are Smart, Athletic, and Talented
My best friends are Ben , Dakota, Grant, and Nathan
Green is my favorite color
My favorite restaurant is Alexander’s Steak House
Gatorade is my beverage of choice
My favorite food is Steak
Ice Cream Cake is my favorite dessert
I love the Harry Potter Series books
I love football
My favorite season is Spring because the weather is perfect
The most important thing in life is family and friends
I can’t live without XBOX, sports, or my friends
My future plans include going to college and majoring in either education or engineering
Reese Julianna | newborn session
I am pleased to introduce baby Reese Julianna who was born on November 9th. She weighed 7lbs, 15oz and was 18 inches long. Reese was welcomed home by mom and dad and her two year old big sister, Gianna.
Reese and Gianna look so much alike, both beautiful babies. We tried and tried with much bribery (candy) to capture a great image of Gianna holding her sister and it wasn’t until the end when Reese was finished with the camera that Gianna decided to sit very still next to her baby sister and console her and kiss her hand. The image is one of my all time favorites and melts my heart into a big messy puddle.
I look ahead into the future and picture Reese at age 2 and Gianna at age 4 in matching dresses and bows, playing with baby dolls and having tea parties together. I know that even then, they will look so much alike and Reese will want to do everything her big sister does! Congratulations Jeff and Jenny on your newest addition. Your family is a complete blessing to me, so thankful for the opportunity to capture your growing family!
This is one of the sweetest pictures I have ever captured. I know it will be cherished forever by mom and dad ♥
- Wow, the last photo melts my heart too! You're amazing and your photographs are such a wonderful gift to the family.
by Cindy
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