SIMPLY BY SUZY

SIMPLY BY SUZY

EStD. 2008

REDEFINING
WHAT FAMILY PHOTOGRAPHY
feels LIKE

I’ve been on a mission for the last 18 years to transform the family photo experience from a dreaded obligation into a genuine experience for families that’s fun and meaningful. As a mom of 3 kids, I understand how much we carry as parents in our roles as provider and disciplinarian. My most cherished work is using the family photo session to help parents step out of these roles and enjoy just being with each other, and their children. So you can take a few hours to actually enjoy and appreciate the life you’re working so hard to build. 

Chicago Family Photography

Discover galleries filled with feeling and real stories from families in Chicago and all across the country.  

Learn more about my unique approach and background, inspired by the breadth of life.

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What We Do

BIRTH

FAMILY

EDITORIAL

BRANDS

Whether I’m photographing a family, documenting a birth, or consulting with a brand, my focus is the same: honesty & connection. Real people. Real emotion. Real stories that make you feel something.

Behind the Camera

Suzzane
brown

My name is Suzy and for the last 18 years I've had the absolute honor and privilege of photographing families during their life's greatest moments in Chicago and all around the world (and I have the smile lines to prove it). I absolutely love photography, and I am extremely good at what I do. But my absolute best and most important work is being able to help people connect with their families. So they can see and appreciate of all of things that are so wonderful about their life. 

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"AND... MY HUSBAND, HE THANKED ME FOR TALKING HIM INTO HIRING SUZY"

These photos are so meaningful and special to us and I can’t imagine anyone else capturing him quite like Suzy did. 

— Angela, yelp review

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The PORTFOLIO

Whether it’s a birth, a brand, or the beautiful chaos of family life, I photograph what it feels like. Not just what it looks like.

The PORTFOLIO

The SIMPLY BY SUZY EXPERIENCE

This isn’t about posing for the camera. It’s about slowing down, being together, and letting me reflect back to you what is so beautiful and wonderful about this season of your life. 

"You'll never want anyone else to take photos after you see what she can do."

Suzy is a true talent and takes her photography to another level. She is so easy to work with and has a gentle sweet way with the kids.

— Maureen, yelp review

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