So honored to work with capture Ashley & Nate's growing family for the third time! How adorable is their new addition Barley?! All of the heart eyes!
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Prepare for major cuteness overload! I think the only person more obsessed with baby Izaan than his mom and dad, is me! Look at that face! I had such a nice time photographing this little character and all of his funny faces and moods. The beautiful look of film is so perfect for baby photography and really captures the perfect skin tones and sweet nature of babyhood!
Enjoy this sneak peek you three!
xo, Bonphotage
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What is more precious than new life for the new year?! Welcome to the world Lena Jane! 2016 has exceeded my expectations in so many ways and I have had the opportunity to work with so many wonderful clients. In little Lena's case, I was lucky to work with her pretty momma to photograph her bridal shower, maternity and now, her first born baby girl. It is the biggest honor to capture such momentous life moments. Now, go enjoy these precious baby toes!
Photographed on Contax 645 | Fuji 400H and Portra 400 film | thanks to Bonphotage Associate Rachel for beautifully assisting :)
xo, Bonphotage
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They wanted snow and they wanted art, so snow and art is what they got! This sweet couple studied art and history in college and so it was only fitting to choose the stunning Art Institute in Chicago for their engagement photos! With Bexy in town from England for the holidays and the perfect sunny, bright winter day, it was a perfect time for the shoot Amanda had planning for months! I had a lovely time with them at the Art museum and Millennium park and am looking forward to their wedding in 2018! Enjoy this sneak peak and congratulations you two!
xo, Bonphotage
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We love lifestyle photography! The authenticity of capturing a family in their day-to-day is something that can't be duplicated. It is timeless, authentic and priceless. And seriously, do families come any cuter than this?! Congratulations to this adorable family in their next chapter of life!
xo, Bonphotage
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When Venita contacted Bonphotage to take maternity and family photos of she and her husband on her first trip to the United States, I was thrilled to be the first to show her around the beautiful city of Chicago! Venita, a doctor, was coming to Chicago for the first time for a medical conference. Just our luck, the weather was beautiful and we were able to take photos all over the city!
We started on Michigan Avenue, made our way to Millennium Park and ended at Willis Tower, with some of the most stunning views in the city!
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The freezing Chicago winter temperatures did not stop this sweet family from enjoying every moment of their family photo session. We started out at Oak Street Beach in Chicago where Dashi and Teddy's (newlyweds) chemistry was undeniable and a pleasure to photograph. Even grandma was a good sport about hiking out onto the snow covered sand for a snap. We then went to the Bonphotage studio where the family laughed and posed for a few more snaps.
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There’s nothing I love more than to capture candid moments between loved ones. When my long time friends Brian and Arnicia Harris asked me to capture their adorable family, I didn't think twice. When the Harris family arrived at the Bonphotage Studio, I was greeted by the sweetest of smiles from their entire family. Here are just a few of my favorite moments from their candid family portrait session!
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There is no replacement for a natural smile and a candid, happy moment. The Bavelis boys made it so easy to capture those authentic shots. After meeting at the Bonphotage studio and playing with balloons and Christmas tree ornaments, Theo, Joanne, their two adorable boys and I headed over to Olive park. The children took turns jumping from one step to the next and giving each other sweet hugs for the camera in between. This family was just such a joy to have in front of my lens. Here are just a few of my favorites from their session. Enjoy.
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Happy Monday! What better way to start the week than with a jungle-themed first birthday party?! This sweet party for Mark's first birthday took place at La Mirage Restaurant, was designed by Yanni Design Studio and photographed by yours truly, Bonphotage. I loved all of the bright colors and adorable animal fur hats that the children took home with them. Every detail was accounted for, from animal themed cake pops to colorful gummy worms.
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When Nita and Amish began their journey together, they could have never imagined that their union would result in such adorable, intelligent children. I met up with Amish, Nita and their two beautiful children on a beautiful, misty Chicago day. They had contacted me because they wanted holiday family photos in their favorite city. The day began in Streeterville at the Bonphotage Studio and included images at the iconic Olive Park and Parkview area.
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