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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!

The Rustic Venues Summer Wedding Photography Luke & Jillian | Married

Even 130+ weddings in, there are new experiences with each couple at every wedding and it is one of my favorite parts about this work!  Jillian and Luke’s day was an absolute blast from start to end because of them and their people, and I won’t forget the fun and how it impacted me.  These […]

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July 10, 2024

Pauls Paradise Tree Farm Spring Garden Wedding Photography Logan & Lexie | Married

Honestly I’m not even sure where to begin.  Lexie and Logan’s wedding day was a complete dream from beginning to end.  I’ll start with the less important: it was jaw dropping, stunning, florals every which way, absolutely gorgeous.  They really outdid themselves planning an absolutely visually stunning day.  I loved the garden feel, the colors and […]

June 19, 2024

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FAMILY OF FIVE SUMMER PHOTO SESSION IN CENTRAL IL Family

In a flurry of busy over the last year, the blog hasn’t been updated yet with all the amazing families we have gotten to photograph over the last year. I’m going to be playing catch up bit by bit, starting with this super sweet family from last summer!  This is such a beautiful family and […]

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June 17, 2024

Springtime Purple and Pink Elegant Poe’s Catering Wedding Scott & Alison | Married

This beautiful spring purple wedding was the sweetest day for the sweetest couple! Alison and Scotty stole my heart when I met them for their engagement session with their calm and sweet nature and it flowed through their entire wedding day!! There two are so settled and grounded together, and this day truly felt like […]

May 15, 2024

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Spring Colorful Boho Illinois State Fairgrounds Wedding JC & Ossie | Married

Ossie and JC captured my heart from the moment Ossie asked to do their engagement session at JC’s car shop…it was creative, fun, and super non traditional.  Their wedding day was also super creative and fun and a beautifully touching day.  A true blending of families!  From the moment I arrived, Ossie was helping everyone […]

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May 8, 2024

WASHINGTON PARK EXTENDED FAMILY SESSION IN SPRINGFIELD, IL N | Extended Family

I’m excited to share this gorgeous family!  I have a longer history with this crew, especially one of these couples! I first met Elisha and Craig when they modeled for an amazing styled shoot that the lovely Hannah Graham from The Floral Plan and I put together (check that out here!)…and Craig surprise PROPOSED to […]

May 6, 2024

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CENTRAL ILLINOIS SMALL BUSINESS BRANDING SESSION True Colors Floral

I’m SO excited to share my most recent branding session with True Colors Floral!  Jamie, the owner, is a long time friend of mine and a total powerhouse, owning 2 big businesses (both related to the wedding scene) in Springfield.  I absolutely love seeing her brands grow and flourish!  She has built a strong team of […]

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April 26, 2024

SMALL BUSINESS BRANDING SESSION IN CENTRAL IL Holly Rose Skincare

Holly Rose Skincare is a returning branding client who I had the honor of photographing last year for a branding session (link below). I was SO excited to head into her space again this year because Holly’s energy is infectious.  You can’t help by smile by her, and she is an amazing hype girl for everyone […]

April 22, 2024

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CENTRAL ILLINOIS SMALL BUSINESS BRANDING PHOTOGRAPHY Brands | Lexi Hannah Coaching

Recently, I got to spend some time with Lexi of Lexi Hannah Coaching getting to know her business through a branding session!  Lexi helps women entrepreneurs stop letting anxiety and perfectionism hold them back so they can expand their impact, joy, and freedom within their work and lives!  She is warm and kind, and super […]

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April 12, 2024

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