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  • Chicago Storytelling Photography | The Raw Beauty of Parenting

    Chicago Storytelling Photography | The Raw Beauty of Parenting

    The Raw Beauty of Parenting | Chicago Family Storytelling Photography

    As a mother and an artist, my heart for Chicago family storytelling photography began with my own children. I’ve always believed that the most honest stories aren’t found in the “perfect” poses, but in the raw, messy, and beautiful reality of our daily lives. This parenting business is no joke, and documenting it authentically is my life’s work.

    Lucas: My Greatest Muse

    As long as I can remember, I have wanted to be a mom. When we got married, we got pregnant immediately. I was 21 and suddenly a mother to a little boy. It was wonderful, and it still is—but now life is so much more full. Life has changed, and so has my perspective.

    Lucas is currently 4 going on 14. He has opinions and ideas; he yells and he screams. He is passionate, he is smart, and sometimes, he is angry. He isn’t that tiny person who used to fit perfectly against my chest anymore. It is sometimes hard to remember that little version of him because he is growing into such a distinct individual right before my eyes. Being his mama and a chicago family photographer makes me so happy to preserve his childhood. My Personal portfolio is everything to me.

    A child playing on a sandy beach with city buildings in the background, illuminated by a setting sun. Chicago storytelling photography.

    Building a Visual Legacy

    I’ve had moments where I’ve felt ashamed of my lack of patience. But he is so forgiving. He loves me unconditionally, and in that forgiveness, I find the inspiration for my work. Capturing these high-emotion, “unposed” moments is what drives my passion for Chicago family storytelling photography.

    I hope to build a relationship of trust where he knows that no matter what, I am here to listen, not to judge. For now, we’ll deal with the daily power struggles of a boy who wants it all—attention, love, time, toys, and ice cream.

    These daily struggles are exactly why I do what I do. I don’t just want to photograph the smiles. I want to document the “visual legacy” of your real life—the loud parts, the quiet parts, and everything in between. Because one day, these will be the moments you want to remember most. Were big fans of the south shore of chicago, glad we documented these moments here

    A child walking along a sandy beach with tall buildings in the background, seagulls flying nearby, captured in a contrasting black and white and color style.
    A child running along a beach at sunset, with silhouetted trees and buildings in the background. Chicago storytelling photography
    A split image featuring a clear blue sky with birds flying at the top and a black-and-white scene of a child playing in a sandy area with trees and buildings in the background at the bottom. Chicago storytelling photography
    A child walking along the shoreline at sunset, with seagulls flying above and waves gently lapping at the beach. Chicago storytelling photography
    A young child wearing a warm jacket stands on a sandy area, with the sun shining brightly behind them, creating a glowing effect.
    Close-up of a young child wearing a fur-lined hooded jacket, gazing downward with a serious expression, against a blurred outdoor background.
    A young child wearing a hooded jacket stands with eyes closed, facing the sunlight, on a sandy terrain.
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    A young boy in a dark jacket playing in the sand during sunset, focusing on the ground.
    A young child walking in a grassy park at sunset, with bare trees in the background.

  • Project 5for5 days

    More failures to add

    So here I am. Last month I attempted a P/30 and I will humbly say that it was not a success.  My heart just was not into it. The images I took were not my best, it was like a chore to me. It was dreadful. Maybe I’m just not a “project ” person. I just have to accept it and move on. I’m at a point in my life where realizations are so incredibly welcomed. I have stopped trying to be someone I’m not, and this is another step in the right direction. Will I try again? Who knows , maybe. It was a little disappointing  to not pull through for myself for a month alone. But alas, some friends on facebook. tagged me to join along this week and share 5 for 5 days, easy enough right? Well here we go.. wish me luck.

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  • Chicago Documentary & Storytelling Photographer-JRP headshots

    H E A D S H O T S

    I had so much fun exchanging Head shots with this beautiful lady. She is the owner of Jessica Rassmusen Photography. Jessica was amazing! It was,I believe an awkward experience for the both of us. I still had so much fun. She is one of those wild spirits, who flows freely and goes where her heart dictates. At least that is what I got from speaking to her. She is currently in Illlinois, but close to moving her whole family of four to the beautiful island of Puerto Rico. I am so excited for her, and I can’t wait to read and see where the journey takes her. Can you believe she has two kiddos. Nope, I can’t either.
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  • Chicago family Documentary & storytelling Photography – Short stories- change and turning 4

    Change is scary. Then again, change is good. In the past recent months, we have moved to a new place and we are still getting used to it. Although we do miss our old neighborhood,Our new one is jammed packed with tiny families like ours. Soon Lucas will begin Prek, which will bring more change onto our routines. I want to add that I am a self- proclaimed change queen. I attended over 10 schools in my lifetime. Considering most kids go to 4 or 5 schools. That a whole bunch of new.

    This past month Lucas also turned 4. He is considered a child now (sadly to my mama heart) . I’m not sure who made these guidelines up ; Baby, toddler, child, preteen…ect. They are kinda silly, and of course he is still my baby, but there is no denying he is loosing all of the things that made him my once chubby baby. For one, He has really embraced his role of big brother.He adores that girl to death.  He is taller and much faster, super strong. Also that brain is just insanely filled with his own ideas. He has opinions and judgments on activities. Its just a crazy explosion of learning. I know he is resilient, and he will embrace his new environment like a champ.

    I can’t say kids are immune to change, but I do know that they are probably better at adjusting than us adults.
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  • Chicago – Family- Photographer – Menchaca family

    Menchaca family
    Once of the most wonderful families I know. I am so very excited because this year, I get to watch these two walk down the isle. I get to see their love unite, and complete a family. It makes me so incredibly happy for them. They deserve nothing but happiness for many years to come. I have to admit that I was secretly hoping Jeremy would pop out the ring here and have me photograph the proposal, because of course we all knew he had the ring. Unfortunately he was selfish (sarcasm!!!) and wanted that special moment to be between them two, alone. Can’t wait to toast to their love & dance the night away. Congrats you guys!!!!!

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