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I am Kate. A dog momma, daughter, sister, aunt and loving girlfriend. I am a chaser of light, a moment protector and an imagery artist. I love Harry Potter, country drives and a tall glass of sangria - red please! Read More...

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October 25, 2024

Sunrise sessions are such a fun way to kick off the day! I met up with Rachel and Tony bright and early on a rooftop in Downtown Springfield for their engagement session and had the best time with these two. They make such an adorable couple and I always enjoy my time with them!

October 23, 2024

Nicole and Jon got married in a gorgeous outdoor ceremony at Paul’s Paradise surrounded by their closest friends, family and two beautiful children! I loved being a part of such a special day with them and could not be happier for the Sklenkas! To see their beautiful engagement session, click here! Venue: Paul’s Paradise Hair […]

September 18, 2024

Mollie and Ryan are such an adorable couple and I loved meeting them at their engagement session! We explored Washington Park on a gloomy evening, but these two cuddled up and looked absolutely stunning the entire time!

September 16, 2024

I had a blast with Jessie and Michael Bryan for their engagement session! These two enjoy playing a round of golf together, so they chose the perfect location for their engagement photos – the golf course! It was such a beautiful evening and I loved my time with them!

September 12, 2024

I seriously enjoyed capturing this adorable couple out at their farm. Morgan is a huge animal lover who runs the amazing Almost Home Rescue and Nick is her biggest supporter! I just knew we had to include their sweet animals in their engagement photos! We had a gorgeous summer evening for their session.

September 11, 2024

Catie and Jack’s wedding at Miller Farms Barn was the perfect mix of rustic charm and meaningful moments. With the warm color palette, wooden accents, and open field, the setting was picture-perfect for their special day! These two are the cutest together, and it was such a joy to capture them as they became Mr. […]

September 10, 2024

Photographing the wedding of a childhood best friend is truly one of the most meaningful and memorable experiences! Lauren and Casey’s special day at the Davenport Country Club was nothing short of chic, romantic, and absolutely breathtaking from start to finish. Every detail came together perfectly, and I couldn’t be more thrilled for Lauren, Casey, […]

July 25, 2024

Olivia and Blake were stunning for their summer engagement session! These two first met when they were both on the track team for UIS and what started as a friendship, blossomed into a love story! We met at Lincoln Memorial Gardens for their engagement photos, and despite the humidity, Olivia and Blake had smiles on […]

July 23, 2024

I absolutely adored meeting up with Hannah and Antonio for their engagement session! They originally met through Hannah’s roommate, who was also a close friend of Antonio’s and it’s been history ever since.  Hannah & Antonio currently live on the east coast, but planned for their wedding day to be back in Illinois. For their engagement session, […]

July 15, 2024

These high school sweethearts tied the knot in their hometown’s little white chapel, where the bride grew up, making it the most magical day celebrating their love story. Capturing every moment of Morgan and Travis’s wedding day was an absolute joy, and I’m honored to have been there as they became Mr. & Mrs. Winans! […]

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