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Hi friends!  I'm Jill and I'm so glad you stopped by.

 I'm a wedding and portrait photographer based out of Chicago and Central Illinois.  Grab a coffee (or my favorite, a coke!) and take a look around this site at the beautiful people who let me tell their stories through images, as well as a little peek into our everyday life!

2026 BACK TO SCHOOL STUDIO SESSIONS Magic of Childhood Minis

Summer is almost over and another school year is about to begin…which means it’s time for Back to School mini-sessions at the Studio! Get school-themed photos of your little ones with a cute antique desk and school props. These sessions are all about your kids and who they are NOW! This is GREAT for first […]

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August 5, 2026

CENTRAL ILLINOIS ENGAGEMENT PHOTOS Bryce & Sophie | Promised

I’m so excited to be belatedly sharing this spring engagement session of this sweet couple that is getting married this weekend!!!  Sophie and Bryce are warm, sweet, and so very in love.  I was completely taken by even just the wide framework their story-  their parents were close friends, but these two didn’t know each […]

August 4, 2026

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FALL 2026 MINI-SESSIONS OPEN FOR BOOKING! Full fall portrait calendar open now!

We are SO excited to announce that our 2026 fall mini-session dates with both Jill and Sarah (and our full fall portrait session calendar) is open for booking for the public TODAY!! This time of year when we get to see lots of returning families is the MOST fun for us– if you are a […]

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July 27, 2026

COPPER DOCK WINERY WEDDING IN POCAHONTAS, IL Philip & Candice | Married

Candice and Philip had the most beautiful wedding in a location new to us that was such a fun day!  They are an extremely sweet and warm couple, and all of their people are just exactly the same!! Candice spent her morning with her friends and was just so happy and calm!  Every piece came together beautifully […]

July 13, 2026

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SPRINGFIELD DOWNTOWN LINCOLN MUSEUM SUMMER WEDDING Chris & Meagan | Married

Meagan and Chris stole my heart from the literal moment I met them (though admittedly I had met Meagan before at her step sister’s wedding!).  They have been warm, easy going, fun, and extremely kind in every interaction I have had with them, and in every moment I saw of their wedding day.  They love […]

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June 19, 2026

CENTRAL ILLINOIS STUDIO NEWBORN PHOTOS Baby W | Carried

I was SO happy to see this family in the studio recently for a newborn mini session! I LOVE doing these for families who want their newborn photos in a studio space and are looking for something that is a little more simple and fast (or economical)– and this session went so perfectly!  I adore […]

May 12, 2026

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SPRING ENGAGEMENT PHOTOS IN SPRINGFIELD, IL Candice & Philip | Promised

Spring is HERE and she is beautiful!! I met up with Candice and Philip for their engagement session recently before their summer wedding and I had SO much fun getting to know them.  These two are sweet and calm and just settled together- they have such an easy going nature and are both so very […]

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April 13, 2026

2026 SPRINGFIELD PHOTO SESSIONS OPEN FOR BOOKING! Central IL Family Photography

We are SO excited to announce that our 2026 spring and summer portrait session calendar is open for booking for the full public TODAY!!  Our associate photographer, Sarah, offers full and mini-sessions throughout the year for families, extended families, and seniors!! Click here to reserve your full or mini-session with Sarah in 2026!! Take a […]

March 17, 2026

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HEADSHOT POP UP & KIDS WEDDING DRESS MINIS March & April Studio Sessions

It’s time for March and April Mini-Sessions at the Studio and I’m so excited to share the details with you! MARCH March’s Studio mini-sessions will look a little different this month…it’s for the adults!! If you’re in need of an updated headshot for social media, marketing, or print–check out our Mini Head Shot Pop-Up Sessions. […]

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March 4, 2026

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