Patti and family :)
September 21, 2008
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I spent Sunday afternoon with Patti and her family at the park just outside of the Prairie Center for the Arts in Schaumburg, IL. Patti has been a long time friend of my mother's, so it was a great honor for me to photograph she and her family :)

Thank you so much everyone for a lovely afternoon!!

Scot & Kristin
September 20, 2008
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I first met Scot when I photographed some live photos of his Band Munroe about a year ago (give or take). He and his band have been amazing people to work with and to get to know. Scot's wedding only proved this even more :)

In taking photographs of Scot and his new bride, Kristin, I have been privileged to get to know two incredibly caring, kind, thoughtful, loving and grateful people I could ever hope to meet in my lifetime.

The happy couple chose the Anderson Japanese Gardens in Rockford, IL for their ceremony and reception site. I could not have asked for a more beautiful and serene location for a photographic background.

Normally, I am partial to black and white photos. For this wedding, however, the scenery was simply too lovely to take the color away. Enjoy a quick peak at the newlyweds' photos.

Congratulations to you both!

Vincent's Baptism
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My sister in law asked me if I would come out to take photos of her godson's baptism as a surprise gift to her friends Rachel and Tom. I just met these two a couple of weeks ago at my brother's house. After chatting, we ended up setting up a family photo session for next month. They are truly some of the most genuine, kind-hearted and generous people you will ever meet. That being said, how could I say no to my sister in law's request for today? :)

I am so happy to have been a part of such a special day to you all, and am looking forward to next month's photo session :)

~amy