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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!

EARLY FALL DOWNTOWN ENGAGEMENT SESSION IN SPRINGFIELD, IL Nathan + Megan | Promised

Megan and Nathan are one of those couples where you instantly see why they are together when you are around them.  They are similar in so many ways, and yet balance each out other out perfectly, and it is visible in every interaction with them.  I have known Megan for a very very long time, […]

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September 20, 2023

CENTRAL ILLINOIS EARLY FALL URBAN ENGAGEMENT SESSION Ossie + JC | Promised

Well this is one that is SUPER fun for me to share! I have shot a few very untraditional engagement sessions in my day (one in a cross fit gym, one at an airport, one at a different gym) and have DEEPLY enjoyed the creativity of each of them, and this one was absolutely the […]

September 19, 2023

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EMERALD GREEN EARLY FALL WEDDING Andy + Cassie | Married

Cassie and Andy’s wedding day was filled to the brim with warmth and joy between them and their loved ones, and it was so special to be a part of!  This early fall wedding had the world’s most perfect weather and started at Cassie’s parents farm, which was just the most perfect backdrop.  I adored […]

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September 15, 2023

SMALL BUSINESS BRANDING SESSION IN CENTRAL ILLINOIS Holly Rose Skincare

Today is an announcement day more or less, while sharing a local business I absolutely love and admire!  I have been working quietly with multiple brands and small businesses over the last year expanding an area of my business that I am completely head over heels for, and the stunning Holly from Holly Rose Skincare has […]

September 14, 2023

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SMALL BUSINESS BRANDING AND PRODUCT PHOTOGRAPHY IN CENTRAL ILLINOIS Small Business Photos

Exactly a year ago, my dear friend opened a fine arts studio and I rented a photography studio space from her.  I have shared more details about that here— it was truly something I didn’t know I ever wanted but have fallen completely in love with over the last year.  I love it partly because […]

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September 13, 2023

SEPTEMBER STUDIO MINI OFFERING! Photos with your Pet Mini-Sessions

September’s studio mini-session offering is one I’ve been looking forward to for months–Photos with your Pet!  Bring your pets to the studio to get great photos of (and with) your best friend!  This could include the family OR just kids and your pet (or a portrait session all of your pet if you wanted!).  All members […]

September 12, 2023

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MOM & BABY SPRING MINI-SESSION Y | Family

Well the spring and summer have proven super busy for us at JGP, and after making a super intentional decision to work very minimally in my youngest’s last semester at home earlier in 2023, I am VERY behind on blogging! But I just couldn’t not share so many beautiful families we have had the honor of […]

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September 10, 2023

STUDIO MINIS ARE OPEN FOR THE REST OF 2023!! Central Illinois Natural Light Photography Studio Fall and Christmas/Holiday Sessions

Today is SUCH a fun day as I share my Magic of Childhood studio minis for the remainder of 2023 (and– they are all open for booking today!).  Each session type has different details based on many of the factors involved (how long it will take for great photos, cost on my end, etc)– so […]

September 7, 2023

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2023 FALL MINI-SESSIONS! Book Your Fall Mini-Session Today!

We are SO excited to announce 2023 fall mini-sessions, which are perfect for families, seniors (class of 2024!!!), and couples!! We will also be doing tree farm sessions again in November–details on those coming soon! These fall mini-sessions have already been released to my mailing list and are going FAST–so grab one before they are […]

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September 5, 2023

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UPSCALE CLASSY URBAN DOWNTOWN CHICAGO WEDDING

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