locations

The first thing to remember when it comes to picking a location for your family session is figuring out the vibe you want. Do you want to go on an adventure or have a quiet snuggle session at home? Do you want to splash around at the river or frolic in the fields, When you know the vibe and style you want, that makes it easier to narrow down your location choices.

My advice to you is pick something your kids will enjoy. The more excited they are by their surroundings, the happier they will be. If they don’t particularly like getting wet, then maybe the creek isn’t the right place for you. If they love throwing rocks into water (what kid doesn’t?!) then we can find a cute creek! The key is finding somewhere that is interesting enough to keep them happy!


There are plenty of outdoor parks in our areas that are perfect for photography. Each park offers unique scenery and natural beauty, providing a great backdrop for your photos. Whether you're looking for lush greenery, serene water views, or picturesque trails, these parks have it all.

DISTILLERY ROAD CONSERVATION AREA, it’s one of my favorites parks in Belvidere, the beauty of nature with its lush greenery and peaceful surroundings. ( perfect for those who prefer complete Privacy during the photo shoot)

-Bauman park is located in Cherry valley, 61016 The creek adds a serene and scenic element to your pictures along with the beautiful scenery of the green grass. 

-Spencer Park located at 899 Appelton rd, Belvidere. It's a beautiful park with lush greenery and a peaceful atmosphere.


-Fridh Park: Situated at 1420 W 9th St, Belvidere, this park offers a peaceful environment and a nice place to relax. 

-Belvidere Park: 1006 w Lincoln ave. This park offers a beautiful setting with a scenic lake, lush greenery, and lovely walking paths. You'll have plenty of opportunities to capture stunning shots in this picturesque park. 


-Rock Cut Park:7223 West Lane Rd Loves park,IL The park offers stunning natural scenery, including picturesque trails, serene lakes, and lush greenery ( My favorite park for fall sessions)

If you are still stuck and have no idea what you want then that’s where I come in. As long as you know what kind of vibe you want for your session, I can help you find a place that is perfect for both of you! You are definitely not alone!

In Home session:


If you are booking an in-home session, here are a few tips:

  1. Pay attention to the light in your home right after booking, that way we can find the best time of day to shoot.
  2. Have your house cleaned. This may seem a little daunting, but it will be less chaotic if your whole house is at least tidied, and that also means that there won’t be piles of laundry in the background… unless you want that! You could even fold your laundry as a part of the shoot! Real life right?!
  3. Make sure your kids know well ahead of time that this is happening. Even letting them lead me through their house and showing me their favourite spots helps them feel in control and like they aren’t being forced into pictures.