Photoshoot for Dana Farella

It makes a huge difference when your subject actually enjoys being in front of the camera!  This was the first time where I actually didn't need to make my subject feel comfortable or tell stupid jokes to try and loosen the mood.  And I think I found my new favorite thing!!  I was contacted by Dana Farella, a senior at Columbia College, graduating in May with a Fashion Design major, to take the photographs for her thesis.  She has put an insane amount of time into the three pieces (sorry Dana if that is not the correct term) that were worn for the shoot and they are crazy creative.  We went out to a forest preserve in the suburbs of Chicago and had perfect weather.  I hope you enjoy the pictures Dana and thank you for allowing me to be a part everything.  And thank you to the model and make up artist, I think I had the easiest job that day!

Courtney's Maternity

My first maternity shoot!  After a reschedule, due to an extremely dark winter day, I took Courtney's maternity photos last weekend.  Here are a couple from the morning shoot.  I hope you like them Courtney!  I look forward to meeting baby Sydney.

Last week I went out and braved it in the Chicago snow to take pictures of my good friend, Lindsay.  She wanted some pictures to be able to give her family and boyfriend for Christmas.  I hope everyone likes your pics Lindsay!  Here are a couple from the snowy shoot.

Cosens Siblings

My parents told me they wanted a picture of all their children while we were all still in our 20's.  There is nothing like waiting until the 23rd to take pictures of your brother and sister.  But here are the Cosens Siblings! 

Chicago Skyline

I have been in Chicago for a little over a year and this is my first attempt at the city skyline.

Eric and Melissa's Wedding

Last month I helped out Diana (www.moxie-photography.com) with another wedding, which was a lot different than the previous one.  The wedding ceremony and reception were at St. Johns in Northville, MI.  This was the second time being at St. Johns for a wedding this past summer, except this time I was behind the camera.  This was a great wedding to gain experience.  Thank you Diana, Eric and Melissa.  Here are a few shots from the wedding and you can also check out more at www.betterphoto.com?cosens.

Makenna and Emma

Sunday I went out to the suburbs of Chicago to take some pictures of my good friend Lauren's (see Lauren and Kevin post below) nieces.  Emma is 6 and Makenna is 8 yrs old, and they are both full of energy.  They had me running all around the park, but I had a blast, they are very funny girls.   After the shoot we went back to their  house  where Lisa, the girls mom and Laurens sister, made us a fantastic Chili dinner!  Thank you for  a great dinner and sending me home with some food!!  Here are  just a few from the shoot in the park near their house: