Whether you're in a season of ease, chaos, growth, joy - my job is to help you slow down and see the magic in it. I've photographed thousands of families in the last 17 years and specialize in sessions that feel natural, easy, connected and deeply meaningful.
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If you're burnt out on posing, tired of chasing perfection, or curious about shooting film, I’ll help you reconnect to creativity and lead sessions that actually matter.
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My name is Suzy and for the last 17 years I've had the absolute honor & 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. Helping people see what is so wonderful about their life and practicing the art of presence.
Because life as a parent can be a lot.
And it's really easy to get caught up in all the things that are hard and forget all of the good (and there is so much good).
Whether you're a pro photographer learning from me or a client in front of my camera, there is nothing more important than being able to stay grounded in what is so great about your life and being with the people you care deeply about.
photographer, mother & Educator
Suzy
xoxo,
I don't know about you but the ultimate adult play date for me is getting together with another mom (or family) who loves to take pictures as much as I do. Like, really has fun with it, loves to play dress up and create different scenes together. If that sounds like something you'd be interested in doing with your family or simply learning more about, check out this recent shoot of mine with Sara Covey and her family.
having a fun photoshoot at home
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When my first daughter was born I ended up having a c-section after trying for a home birth. When I got pregnant with our second daughter, we decided to do a scheduled c-section. And I finally got the beautiful birth experience I always dreamt of having. If you have a planned c-section coming up, read more about my story and ways you can plan and prepare so you have the best chances of having a beautiful c-section birth experience.
A c-section can be beautiful too
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Do you want to start taking pictures of your family that are beautiful, authentic and real? Do you want the time that your camera comes out at home to be something that's special and fun for everyone in your family? After photographing families for over 10 years, I've learned that the real secret to getting the most beautiful pictures of your family starts with being deeply connected to them. So I've put together this FREE 5-Day Challenge to help get you more connected and start taking the most incredible pictures of your family.
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5 Day Connection Challenge
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Follow along for more about photography, motherhood and life behind the scenes with my own family.