A friend called me this morning and gave me the riot act for not posting on the blog more often. I like posting, and always have the best intentions, but there never seems to be enough time! Life is moving at warp speed and I'm a happy passenger trying to move along with it!

It's been an amazing summer. We spent a few weeks away- time traveling between Chicago and the Smoky Mountains. I spent some time creating images of my own- random things that caught my eye while away and as always photographed my own children more than they might prefer.  I can honestly say it was the greatest vacation I've ever taken. Who knew that all it would take was a cabin in the woods to make me so happy? Don't get me wrong, I don't do bugs or "roughing it" well, and we had none of either, it was just SO Quiet. Even with three boys, it was a real vacation.

I returned feeling so renewed and ready to hit busy season which started this week. We're also expanding our Loft space to double it's size and I'm OVER THE MOON excited about it! I think this move will require many hours spent at the Mart shopping for the perfect finds. Yes, lots of shopping will be required :)

We're currently booking into late September (with exception to Newborns).  Thinking about those Holiday Cards? Don't wait, call us and book your session. I'm delighted to be able to photograph so many wonderful and amazing families. I count my blessings daily.

I wanted to post the images above for S... you know that was a blast of a session!

Best,
Ann

Everyone knows I love my babies :)  For G. with love.

Cheers to all 09 Seniors... looking forward to meeting the class of 2010!

Here's for you D.!  Good luck on the grid iron!!!!!!

These two angels have grown so much since I photographed them last and best of all they'll be gaining a sibling soon! I'm truly blessed to be able to watch my families grow and to witness the magic of it all! Thanks M. for being you and I can't wait to meet and photograph the new addition..... and of course, your two English Bulldogs!!!!

Taken at The Loft....

Last week was a complete whirlwind of on-location photoshoots. I went as far south as Valparaiso IN,  west towards Bourbonnais, and north to play in Northbrook. Just as varied as the locations were the people I photographed. I must have photographed almost every age group- newborns, toddlers, Seniors, a couple in love, and I'll even count Grandparents (holding newborn twins)!   It was an amazing week. Did I mention I spent half of it at The Loft?