-Free race day photo downloads below!- The Cardio Kidz Summer 2026 Series week 2 was this week in Arlington Heights, Illinois with young runners and their families gathering for another fun and energetic event. Participants starting at two can run age appropriate races while building confidence and staying active. Cardio Kidz focuses on encouraging kids to stay active in a positive, community-centered environment. Each week gives runners the opportunity to set goals, track im

One of the things I love most about engagement sessions is that there are no rules. Your engagement photos don't have to look like everyone else's. In fact, I encourage couples to think beyond the traditional engagement session concepts and choose something that feels authentic to their relationship. Years from now, I want you to look back at your photos and instantly remember what this season of life felt like—not just what it looked like. Recently, I photographed an engagem

There’s something really special about 4th of July celebrations. The mix of warm summer air, family time, backyard BBQs, fireworks, and kids running around barefoot in the grass makes the 4th of July a holiday full of fun and spectacle. This photo session that I took for Stroll Magazine's July 2026 cover was exactly that—simple, relaxed, and full of fun! This Arlington Heights family dressed in red, white, and blue and set up a backyard BBQ complete with hot dogs, lemonade, a

When clients are ready to book their photo coverage, they often don't think to consider that the photo start (or end) times may differ from the event start (or end) times. I'm here today to discuss not only what photo timeline planning for your event day looks like but also photo considerations during your planning phases. Whether you're planning a conference in Rosemont, a fundraiser in St. Charles, a company party in Schaumburg, or a gala in Arlington Heights, having a phot