Portrait Photographer In Wauconda, IL

Capturing creative portraits through love, connection and smiles!

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Family / Kids
Family / Kids

Capturing authentic portraits of your family. Not your everyday boring photos!

Newborn / Babies
Newborn / Babies

Oh how these days go by so fast! I'm here to capture your little one so you can remember the days when they were so tiny.

High School Seniors
High School Seniors

Gone are the days of stuffy senior pictures. We will head outdoors to get you and your senior some images they are proud to show off.

Maternity
Maternity

The human body is capable of amazing things. Let's create some art to look back on and remember these sweet moments.

Couples
Couples

Looking for couples photos with the person you love? Whether it's engagment photos or just two of you (maybe a pup too!), I've got you covered.

Headshots
Headshots

A professional headshot sets you apart when it comes to your business or career. Book yours today!

Family photo taken at sunset with a mom, dad and their 3 high school age children. This shoot took place in Vernon Hills, IL

Chicagoland Portraits That Are Fun Too!

Oooh, look at that light!

I'm a Cannon girl at heart and can't wait to get you in front of my lens. While I'm available to shoot at all times of the day, nothing is better than that dreamy golden hour lighting. The last hour before sunset is my favorite time to photograph you.

When you leave your session, I want you to be pleasantly surprised by how smoothly things went. I want you to have gorgeous images you are proud to display in your home and show off to the world. But, more importantantly since tomorrow is never promised and I want YOU to be in the pictures too. As mom's, all too often we are the ones taking the pictures and avoiding being in them. I promise you, years from now your kids will just be happy that they have photos of you!

More About Us

We are a portrait based studio located in Wauconda, IL. Most of what we photograph is outdoor and we travel all over the Chicagoland area. For years, we lived in the Plainfield, IL area and we still have tons of clients out that way. We are happy to come to you or meet in the middle for a unique location for your shoot!

In Their Own Words

Reviews

These are just some of the many 5-star reviews from our happy clients.

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We really enjoyed working with Sarah. She did my daughter's senior photos and they were absolutely stunning. I would highly recommend her.

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Sarah is amazing! The shots came out beautifully, and the whole experience was smooth and enjoyable!

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Sarah is a true professional and very talented photographer. She was kind and patient and able to captures beautiful photos of everyone in our large family session, including four children under the age of 2.

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This is our 2nd time doing senior pictures with Sarah & she is FANTASTIC! Professional, excellent communication, flexible & fun! She made the photo session so fun & relaxed! She had great ideas, took us to 2 great locations & was open to ideas our daughter had too!

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What to Expect From Your Session

  1. Let's Chat!

    We can chat via email or have a quick call to talk about your vision, wardrobe, and any questions you have. No pressure — just a conversation.

  2. Plan

    It's time to start planning your outfits! If you need guidance along the way please reach out!

  3. Your Session

    I get it, family pictures can be stressful. Today, they shouldn't be. I will guide you along the way, having 3 kids of my own I know how to work with kids of all ages. Don't worry, I've got you!

  4. Gallery

    After your session, you'll receive your images via a password protected gallery within 2 weeks. Often times, it's just a matter of days!

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Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Questions About My Photo Session

Where will my portraits take place?

I am based out of Wauconda, IL but I photograph all over the Chicagoland area. I'm always happy to give suggestions for beautiful locations. Whenever possible, I will choose locations without a permit fee or where I currently hold a permit. *Some locations require a permit to use their park/land for photos.

What happens if there's bad weather?

I will start watching the weather a day or two before your session. The day of your session I will be in touch if the weather is looking questionable. If we are expecting inclement weather we may push your session up or back so that we can get the session in. If we are unable to shoot, we will reschedule for another day.

Questions About My Images

How will I get my pictures?

You will receive a password protected gallery within two weeks of your session. Often times it's just days! If you had a full session, you'll be able to download your digital images direct from the gallery. If you had a mini session, you'll be able to choose your images that you would like for your digital download.

Will my photos be edited?

Of course! All sessions are fully edited. Adjustments to color, contrast, clarity etc are done by hand to each and every images. I also apply mild skin smoothing and will edit out bruises and acne. This is all included in your session!