Another New Family | Chicago family photographer | Water Street Dreams

Another new family

translates into another FANTASTIC family.

Seriously,

how is it possible that I have so many great clients?

And I really am forever grateful for my current clients

that recommend me to their family and friends.

I wouldn't be in business without referrals!

Meet Katie and EJ

and their adorable kids Livia and Luke.

Oh you know it --

anyone that loves hedgehogs is a friend of mine!

We jumped off the deep end and went for it,

even if the weather was in the low 30s.

Boy howdy was it chilly but that didn't stop us.

After rescheduling once due to rain,

they were game to make it work,

as was I.

They bundled up between shots,

and honestly,

these next few are some of my favorite shots from our time together,

even with the winter coats.

It's the love in their eyes,

the joy in their movement,

and the snuggles in tight

that makes these images timeless.

Who cares what they're wearing

because their kids will,

in decades to come,

see these images

and instantly remember

that they had the coolest mom and dad

that deeply loved them.

Luke was not about to put his arm around sis,

but he WAS willing to lean in.

And Dad and Mom behind me always get great natural smiles!

 We climb and explore,

and by we,

I mean

they.

 She has amazing hair, yes?

Yes.

Oh Luke, you are so darn cute.

One of my main goals on a photo shoot

is to capture a variety of looks

from each child.

Sweet. Spunk. Sass. Soft.

All speak volumes to a mom and a dad 

who never want to forget the various 'looks' their children sport.

Katie and EJ,

I loved meeting you!

Here's to many more years of photo sessions ahead,

capturing your kids in each chapter of your family's story.