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Alex: Class of 2016 | Central Illinois Fall Family Photographer

So many senior boys lately!!  It’s crazy, and I’m thrilled!  Alex is another student of mine, a part of this class who I have given to 3 other teachers during my time with them because of maternity leaves and of course this year.  I say it that way because they REALLY are a gift to the 3 other teachers who have had the honor of teaching them- not that they were ever really mine to give.  I absolutely love these seniors, the class of 2016, and Alex defines a lot of the reasons why!  He is extremely hard working and involved, and kind and funny, and respectful and talented.  And there are so many facets to him, one huge one that I learned about this day at his senior session!

Alex has SO many options open to him for next year, and while his decision isn’t completely sealed yet, I KNOW he will meet greatness.  I am excited for those who will get to teach and learn from him as I have the past 4 years.  But first, I am SO excited for spring and getting to spend time with him at musical, and getting to continue to watch him be a part of the program I love during his senior year.  Meet Alex!
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  1. Dana Lerch Richards says:

    Wow–I love these so much and so very happy we chose you to capture his personality-you did so perfectly!! Thank you so much, Jill!!

  2. Cheryl Croft says:

    Oh my goodness! Love all of these! I would have to choose this bottom left, I think!

  3. Misty Adams Christensen says:

    Love the archway! And the brick wall!! AND he drives an IROC!?!?! SO COOL!!!!

  4. Shauna Balzer says:

    I love the shots with his car! Amazing work!

  5. Brittani Miller McFadden says:

    Great job!

  6. Cinnamon Ruvolo Wolfe says:

    These are so cool! Love his outfit styling as well and every senior boy should have photos with his car!

  7. Ashley Durham says:

    What fantastic spots to do these photos!!!

  8. Leslie Hogenes Lejcar says:

    Great job! Love the backlighting!

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I'm Jill, a wedding and portrait photographer based out of Chicago and Central Illinois, and available world wide! I'm also a photography educator, wife to my favorite person on the planet, mama to 3 amazing kids and an energetic Aussie, and obsessed with statement jewelry and all desserts (especially fruit pies!). 

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