Last year, I got to photograph this beautiful senior girl who went to the school I taught at- but whom I hadn’t had the pleasure of knowing yet. Her mom came with, and we had the best time. It was girly and fun and easy- I loved it all! Her mom’s name was Denise, and recently, I got to capture Denise and her husband, Norm, for an Anniversary session. I am becoming increasingly passionate about these couple’s sessions. For many people, they get married and then have kids and suddenly the pictures are all about the kids, and never about the couple. For these two, they got married and only had a handful of images from that day. Since then, they both got in pretty fabulous shape, and wanted to really have some great images to capture who they are. Together. And what their love looks like. And I was so so honored to be the one to do it! Meet Denise and Norm!
Personally? I think they are gorgeous together!!
Gorgeous Denise!
Love this on the right so much!
While they were dating, Denise and Norm used to spend their lunch breaks here, on this bench. Talking, laughing, getting to know each other. Dreaming of their future together- a future that is now their reality. I loved going to this spot with them, and seeing where it all began!
We were losing light fast but had to get a few fun images in their Cubs gear!
Denise and Norm, thank you SO MUCH for the honor of capturing your love! I think you two are absolutely stunning together, and I am so happy that you have found each other. Here’s to the next 30!!
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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!).
As a past high school teacher, I have a major heart for education. After going full time in my business, I have built a business I love that gives me an almost 6 figure salary and allows me to be home part time with my kids. I dream for you to run a business that enhances your life and lights you up, and I believe I can help you learn how to do it with a little hustle and a lot of heart!
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These are beautiful pictures of my friends.
I love these!! They look so in love 🙂 And the bench photos are super adorable – you can tell that’s a special spot for them!
Aw so fun! Anniversary photos are such a great way to document life – we just had ours done and couldn’t be happier with the decision! Beautiful pictures!
Gorgeous photos!! They look so happy in love!
They are so cute. I love your variety of locations in this shoot!