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Mrs Soup - April 30, 2010 - 9:32 am

I love the first photo….it seems to really show the personalities of the kids. Gorgeous!
Janine Dietz - April 30, 2010 - 12:18 pm

So cute — I love the umbrella idea too! The second one is adorable!
Rachel - May 1, 2010 - 12:03 am

I really love your work.
PamN - May 7, 2010 - 2:28 pm

That first one is to die for! Love how it just says “childhood”!
Corey Sewell - May 11, 2010 - 7:35 am

Love these! They both capture childhood so well!
Lisa Kelly - May 23, 2010 - 5:07 pm

I am dying over the umbrella shot, how gorgeous.
Sophie Crew - June 10, 2010 - 12:35 am

I am loving that umbrella shot! It’s perfect!!

Southwest Suburban Child Photography : A session for “S”

Before I get going on sneak peeking…I must say that this is the most amazing April ever!! The flowers are in bloom as if it was May, the weather is gorgeous and just wow on the spring colors. I’ve been taking almost daily long walks with good friends and enjoying this crazy awesome weather and the fabulous, well, everything! I hope you too are getting outside to enjoy the gorgeousness. Life is good.

I had the privilege of photographing S last year, in a session with her adorable & funny brother. But her mom, Faith, wanted a session just for her. I love the idea of photographing a child separately from their siblings – it gives them a definite feeling of being special, being in the spotlight and showcasing their unique qualities. I love Faith for seeing this as an advantage! And while yesterday was a just a tad chilly, S braved the cold (as all great supermodels do) and we managed to get some incredible images. Thank you S & Faith for coming out yesterday! I hope you enjoy these sneak peeks!

Joliet Child Photographer

Happy girl.

Contemplative.

Finally…the more serious side.

Thanks for stopping in.

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Lisa Kelly - April 21, 2010 - 4:49 pm

She is a stunning girl and i agree, mum is so clever to give each child their moment in the spotlight. Gorgeous images.
Corey Sewell - April 23, 2010 - 12:14 pm

Gorgeous images of a gorgeous girl! I love them all and know her mom is going to be thrilled!
PamN - April 26, 2010 - 10:10 am

These will mean SO MUCH to her as an adult – she will always know how much she was adored!

Oak Park Children’s Photographer : The M Kids

I have a confession, one of my favorite images of all time is from the Spring of 2006. Those that have been at my studio will know this image well when they see it. Little E is and was a total natural for the camera – the camera digs her and she knows it!

It was a pleasure to be invited back to this family’s home this past weekend. It’s amusing to visit a family after not seeing them for awhile – it’s like Father Time waved his magic wand and POOF! the kids are grown up. In this case they added on an adorable little brother. Thank you M Family for entrusting Marmalade Photography to produce some more awesome imagery of your beautiful kids once again. It is both a pleasure and an honor to be allowed into people’s homes & lives for a little while to produce memories. It is doubly so when I am welcomed back.

Without further adieu – a couple of sneak peeks of some pretty awesome kids:

PEEK A BOO! I see you! 🙂

A wonderful smiley moment

And the piece de resistance – the wayback machine takes us to 2006:

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PamN - April 15, 2010 - 12:19 pm

So adorable – childhood captured in such a cool, modern fun way!
lauri - April 15, 2010 - 5:03 pm

Oh gosh, look at her! That old one of yours is one of my favorites too. Very cute family and wonderful, fun images of their childhood. I love your work Mare.
Loveland Children's Photographer - July 20, 2010 - 12:28 pm

The fence photo is super cute, as well as the bottom w/ the pink and dirty feet!. Well done. Great inspiration.

Suburban Chicago Child and Baby Photographer

This past few months has been a whirlwind of activity for me, I feel like I have hardly had time to catch my breath! Mostly personal things – some heart breaking, some frustrating. A busier than usual winter shooting schedule also has kept me busy – something that I’m happy to report.

So when I was "forced" to go out and get shots of my youngest – I felt a palpable excitement during our session together, something that I sometimes worry will be gone one day (thankfully I can report that it’s there!). It was exciting to be back in the warmth of the sunshine and back in nature. I felt heady with excitement and anticipation of what my captures would be and how they would appear once I was finished putting my magic into it. I felt invigorated and renewed. I guess my few weeks off from the business side of things I has left me renewed, much like what spring signifies – almost a new beginning.

Happy Spring!

We are now booking through the summer months for family, child, sibling and baby photography sessions. Call us today to book your very own Marmalade Experience!! 815.603.8450

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Kimberly Hill - April 13, 2010 - 6:32 am

Oh, I love it! More Marmalicious light and color and outdoor beauty. Not to mention your little, who’s not so little anymore.
PamN - April 13, 2010 - 10:50 am

Such a classic, timeless look with a twist of modern style – just like you!
Rita - April 13, 2010 - 12:21 pm

Hi there, I’ve been following for some time and LOVE your work. Thought I’d drop a line already =) This location is beautiful btw.

Child Photographer : Summer Weather in March?!

I’ve had a few weeks off for a much needed break, just easing back into "work" mode again, it was wonderful to get some time to regroup. Time flew by quickly and now I’m fired up to take on the world! 🙂

Every once in a great while I encounter someone who reminds me how lucky I am as a mom, as a human. Every once in awhile I encounter someone who has amazing strength, a desire for survival and inner beauty that radiates outwards and undoubtedly I had that encounter the other day. Little H – happy 2nd birthday you amazing, beautiful girl! Thank you to her and her remarkable mom, Jamie, for coming out to the studio the other day from the Schaumburg area. I hope that you enjoy these sneak peeks. It was a pleasure getting to know you!

Her favorite "pose" – love it!

We have Dolce, sans Gabbana here 🙂

I also want to thank my mentee, Linda, who traveled from Hong Kong to Chicago! She wins my award for the most frequent flier miles out of any workshop attendee or mentorship attendee. I am honored to have worked with you – I’m certain you will rock Hong Kong with your amazing talent!

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