Bre and Kollin met in elementary school as kids (younger than 2 of my kids are now!) and ran around in similar friend groups for their whole lives. What that created on their wedding day was so much deep rooted long term friendship between many of the people in attendance…past teachers, parents who had literally watched the bridal party grow up since toddler years…it makes me a bit teary just to think about my kids and their friends being in that position someday! Bre and Kollin didn’t start dating until after high school, but I just LOVE that history that they share. Their wedding day was beautiful, calm, easy, and fun! They planned this day in just a few months, really wanting a fall wedding but not wanting to wait over a year for it (which was Michael’s and my story too!) and it was just a beautiful day!
They enlisted the wonderful Hannah Graham of Plan Events & Design to help them bring everything to life at a new Springfield Venue, Pauls Paradise (links to everything below!) and it truly was absolutely dreamy and beautiful! But my favorite part was just how much time Bre and Kollin took to enjoy their guests and the day without getting too caught up in the hubbub of it all. I got to hear them chat while driving around the tree farm for photos about who all was there, and if each other had gotten to greet their friends and loved ones yet, and it was so clear how important it was to them to see and spend time with their guests, and make sure they knew how loved they were– and that was so special to see, and so telling of who they are! Their families were gracious and kind, their friends were hyped up and so excited for them– it was just such an amazing day!
I’m completely obsessed with the colors, textures, and style of this all!
Look at these beauties!!! I LOVED seeing the relationship between these sisters and their sweet mama!!
Husband and wife! Full gallery coming soon, Bre and Kollin! It was SUCH an honor to meet you guys and get to witness your wedding day!
I absolutely loved working with Breanne and Kollin’s amazing creative team!
Wedding Planner: the amazing Hannah Graham with Plan Events & Design
Event Venue: Paul’s Paradise
Music/DJ: Music By Cory Brown
Cake Designer: Denise’s Delights
I am fully booked for 2022, and booking weddings into 2023! Reach out if you are looking for more than just a photographer who gives you pretty pictures, but also a bonus bridesmaid, friend, and hype girl who will deliver heirloom worthy images that you will treasure forever! I got you!
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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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You're in the right place! As a past high school teacher, educating others is my life's work and a HUGE part of my business! I have been teaching moms and hobbyists how to use their camera from first purchasing it all the way to coaching them into businesses of their own, and I'd love to help you as well, wherever you are (and whatever camera you have!).
I'm so glad you are here! Teaching Photographers and other small business owners how to run more joyful, successful, and profitable businesses is one of my favorite parts of my business! I specialize in working with photographers to make their goals a reality (or figure out what their goals should be in the first place!).
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