An extended family photograph on a bridge in a natural setting in late spring

It was A’s graduation and her gorgeous people got together for a fun photo session on location in Naperville. I want to formally apologize for my first (FIRST) scheduling snafu in near 20 years of professional photography business. Thankfully this happened with this amazing group of folks who not only showed me great humor about the situation but gave me the utmost of grace and helped create the most amazing photos. I always say tension and happiness BOTH show up in photographs and stand by this. This group was absolute rockstars and the whole session was laughter and joy of being family. What an honor to be able to photograph these pretty folks in a pretty setting.

Family photographs of extended family are some of my favorite sessions especially when repeat clients are involved because I get to peek into lives filled with love and people desiring connection. What a gift it is to be the observer in these beautiful situations. Some of my favorite sessions over my 20 years have been extended family sessions because the behind-the-scenes antics are always great. This session was no exception!

Congrats to Ms. A on her graduation and congrats to her family for a successful session of family photography in Naperville!! On with the sneak peeks, enjoy!

Fun family photo in a natural setting by Naperville Family Photographer Marmalade Photography
Family photos in a natural setting in Chicagoland

Are you looking to get your crew together for a fun filled photography session of your family and/or extended family? With 20 years of experience photographing families of all types, shapes and sizes I can confidently state we can make magic happen!! Give Marmalade Photography a call today for any of your family photography needs: 815-603-8450. Thank you!

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This weekend was one for the books! I had a blast seeing some “old” but young Marmalade kids and meeting some fresh new faces and families! Sunday was the latter. It was G’s high school senior photography session and it was so much fun!

It’s no secret that I can channel my inner 15 year old boy when need be and being able to channel that “kid” came in handy when I met G and his brother this past weekend (who is literally just that!) To be fair the session was all about G, a graduating senior, and that’ll be our focus (for now) but to say that I had an absolute blast watching “boys be boys” and having (what seemed like) a fun time at a … PHOTOGRAPHY SESSION … felt like a feather in my cap (do people still say goofy things like that?? Doesn’t matter, I just did! LOL )

I was honored to photograph this handsome young man and am thrilled to have been referred by one of our long time Marmalade favorites. To me the greatest testimonial is when previous clients refer me to their friends and family and this was an amazing testimonial this past weekend. Thank you Nikki!!

On with the sneak peek from Sunday’s Downers Grove high school senior photography session at one of my favorite Marmalade Locations. Thank you G, you did such an amazing job. I hope you enjoy the following…

A portrait of a stylishly dressed young man in a crumbling brick setting
Casual photograph during a high school senior photography session of a young man

G obviously has plans for college…I bet you can’t tell! 🙂 What an amazingly fun time and I appreciate all the looks and the spirit of liveliness and fun that was brought on Sunday. Thanks G…and D…and Lee and of course Nikki! You guys did so well!!

I’m at the point in my photography career where I am celebrating 20 years (this June) in business. Marmalade Photography has been the absolute joy of my life…mostly beautiful and good times, I really couldn’t be prouder of the legacy I have built and the clientele that has supported me. I wouldn’t be here without a dynamic, loving client base and I so appreciate it! Starting towards the end of May I will be doing 20 daily giveaways on the Marmalade Photography business Facebook page. Please feel free to click over and become a fan to hopefully take part. As a small business it is so incredible to know that I have built something from nothing and that it has stood the test of time. TWENTY YEARS, folks, that is incredible!! Thank you to every one of my clients, every one of my fans, all my friends that have supported my small business through the years by spreading word of my services, all the publications that have helped spread the world about what I create. Oh boy I am going to get sappy.

Are you a Downers Grove high school senior or about to be? Are you a suburban dweller looking to get some beautiful photography to grace your walls and home? Are you a Chicago native looking to get some fun images of your family in the city? Or any combo of the above? I’m your gal! Give us a call at 815-603-8450 today to turn your photographic dreams into reality!

Thanks for checking in…catch you next time!! xoxo

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A blast from the past to brighten your rainy day and evening with a brief peek into my work creating Naperville High School Senior Photography.

I first met A when she was a wee one, her and her sister’s first session with Marmalade was circa August 2008 (?!). If I did my math right she was almost 2 years old when we had our first session.

When A first got out of the car I can say I honestly just saw the grown up version of the toddler I met in 2008, it’s so crazy to watch babies grow up into adults and it’s equally wild that I can still see that toddler that once ruled their home with a chaotic toddler energy! She is still that sweet babe that I got to first know in front of my lens…just with great taste in wardrobe and jewelry!

I am honored to present some sneak peeks from her super cute, super fun and sunny high school senior session. What a joy it was to hang out with A and capture this gorgeous young ladies’ energy and spirit during the time surrounding the end of her high school career. And I am ever so thankful to her mom for reaching out and allowing Marmalade to capture this time. They say “senior year is the longest break up ever” for a mom and they really don’t lie. So to be able to be some small part of this dynamic is something that I truly feel is an honor.

A: never change. You are bright, fun, gorgeous on the inside and a joy to photograph. Enjoy!

black and white image of a high school senior
color image of a Chicago area high school senior
photo of a high school senior in a spring setting in nature

…and what would a flashback post be without actual, you know, FLASHBACKS:

photograph of a child on stairs with a brown knit hat
photograph of two sisters near a pink wall

As graduation day approaches, it’s time to celebrate this incredible milestone. What better way to commemorate your achievements and the exciting journey ahead than with stunning senior portraits? Choosing the right Naperville high school senior photography specialist is key to creating images you’ll cherish for a lifetime.

More than just a snapshot, senior portraits are a reflection of your unique personality, passions, and style. A skilled Naperville high school senior photography specialist understands how to capture your individuality, creating a comfortable and fun experience that translates into authentic and captivating photographs.

Why invest in a professional high school senior photographer? Firstly, expertise matters. Experienced photographers possess the technical skills, lighting knowledge, and posing techniques to ensure you look your absolute best. They know the best locations: from picturesque parks to vibrant urban settings and can suggest backdrops that complement your vision.

Secondly, a dedicated high school senior photographer takes the time to get to know their clients. They’ll discuss your interests, hobbies, and style preferences to create a personalized photoshoot that truly reflects who you are. Whether you’re a star athlete, a budding artist, or a dedicated scholar, your photos will tell your story.

Are you ready to create some photography magic? Let Marmalade Photography help you create it! Call us today at 815-603-8450

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When I started Marmalade Photography (almost) 20 years ago my very first session was in a home setting. While it may seem weird to be nostalgic about such things, going on location to capture families, especially littles, at home strikes a cord with me. I get excited about exploring light in my client’s homes, finding little nooks and crannies or even the challenge of providing a studio like environment in the comfort of a client’s home.

I’ve been photographing this family before “big brother” was born and it’s been nothing short of an honor to watch the Littles grow and watch this family become a family. I love these faces and to watch the personalities emerge truly has been a privilege I cannot overstate.

Thank you to Meghan, Patrick, Carrie and family – all of you – for making our latest session one filled with fun, giggles, smiles and high fives!! Here’s some sneak peeks! 🙂

Little blue eyed toddler girl looking up at the camera in beautiful north facing light
Professional photograph of toddler siblings posing pretty in front of a backdrop
Black and white photo of a toddler looking down in a professional children

Marmalade Photography always strives to bring photography to your places and spaces that have the most meaning to you. We provide on location photography services to families throughout Chicagoland – from the far North suburbs into the southland to the Western suburbs and to the Southwest Exurbs. If you are looking to have photos taken in a comfortable setting with your littles home is where the heart is (and where all the outfits are!). If you’re interested in setting up a session in your home, other favorite location or at one of ours give us a call today at 815-603-8450. We look forward to working with you, gorgeous!

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Marmalade Photography is proud to announce the feature on Australia’s Snappy Lens Photography site!!

Link here to see the details. We were connected via Adrian Harrison, a photographer out of Sydney Australia who does beautiful job photographing for corporate headshots, their website: https://www.adrianharrison.com.au/corporate-headshots-sydney/

As Marmalade Photography embarks on our 20th (20!!) year in business we owe our Marma-family a big shout out. Without you our beautiful, loyal clients and your gorgeous faces we would have never been able to chase our big dream of creating art for our clients homes highlighting their favorite faces!! This past year was one for the books and we look forward to servicing our clients in the Chicago area further with our unique blend of soulful, fun and organic photography set in gorgeous settings: be it one of our locations or one of yours!! Marmalade Photography is proud to be one of Chicagoland’s leading providers of custom professional photography. We have been doing a lot of high school senior photography as of late, which we absolutely LOVE but also love getting on the ground and playing with babies and toddlers and getting crazy with the preschool and up set as well as enjoy photographing the connectivity and love so present in our family photography sessions.

Thank you to Adrian for making me a featured photographer on The Snappy Lens and I am thrilled to embark on our 20th anniversary of professional photography!! In Polish we have a saying “Sto lat!” which is a beautiful, all-size-fits-all wish for 100 years. My wishes for STO LAT to Marmalade Photography and to you our wonderful clientele!!

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