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If only teleporters existed in real life, instead of only in science fiction films and books. If they did, I’d be one of the first to invest in their magical power so I could visit these two little ones as often as possible.

Last month my sister gave birth to her second child, Charlotte Thompson, named for our late mother. I was lucky enough to have a wedding booked back in Nebraska the same week Charlotte, aka “Charlie,” was born.  What perfect timing!  I stayed in town after the wedding to get some quality time in with the family.  Of course, I couldn’t keep my camera down.  There’s no way I could resist my nephew Reed’s big blue eyes, or Charlie’s perfect button nose. I can’t wait to see them again this weekend!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Family Photos at Winnemac Park with the Berres

Getting ready for the holidays with family photos at Winnemac Park with the Berres

I’m pretty darn lucky that my sister-in-law and her husband happen to be as attractive and hip as they are awesome.  It’s safe to say I won the jackpot when I married Anthony.  I’ve always wanted a big family, and with him, that’s exactly what I got!  It’s just an added Bonus that Maria and Trey are great people–they’re two of the most inspiring DIY-ers, combining their eye for style with can-do attitudes.  I love visiting their little one, Fiona, and seeing what new projects they’re working on.

So, of course, when it came time to take a picture for their Christmas card, I wasn’t surprised to see them looking like they just walked off the pages of a magazine. Lucky me!

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Baby Roberto is too cute in his newborn photos

Can’t get enough of this little cutie. Roberto’s newborn photos.

This family photo session below features lil’ rugrat, baby Roberto.  He’s simply edible!  I could hardly resist those cheeks!  His father, Roberto Sr. and mother, Irene (who I met  during her sister Tina’s wedding this past June), are such a sweet couple, both pursuing life-changing careers (she’s a doctor and he’s working on his Ph.D. in clinical psychology), so they dedicate most of their free time to this little guy.  The result is a close, beautiful, loving family, which is always a joy to photograph.

It’s not too late to schedule your holiday family photoshoot!  Contact me at maggie@rifeponcephotography.com or call 402-304-4057 to schedule your session.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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My TV debut: How to take a great family portrait

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Earlier this month I was invited to Fox News Chicago to speak to Sun Times Splash Magazine editor, Susanna Carlson about what goes into a great family portrait.  It was such an honor to be invited to the show, and I made it through the interview despite the butterflies in my stomach. I’m lucky to be living with an expert in this area.  The timing of the interview worked out so that I was able to ride down with my husband, who coached me through the questions like an old pro, before dropping me off at FOX.  As much fun as I had, I think I’ll leave the tv appearances to Anthony, who I now have even more admiration for because of how easy he makes his smooth on air deliveries look!

Playful Family Photography in Western Springs, IL

Candid Chicago family photos

NBC 5 Chicago’s Lauren Petty welcomed the birth of her third daughter, Claire, four months ago.  This past Claire had her very first photo shoot, along with the rest of the family in Western Springs, IL. Petty is just as beautiful in real life as behind the video camera, and her three daughters are just as photogenic!

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Keeping it loose in these playful fall family pics

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This natural family photography session was such a delight! The whole time the girls and I told stories about horses, real and imaginary and jump, spun and ran all over Montrose Harbor. I loved watching the girls play, using sticks to pretend they were riding their horses and later bending down to the sidewalk to examine a furry caterpillar.  What a delight!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Maternity and family Photos in downtown Chicago

Capturing Savera’s pregnant glow with maternity and family photos

Savera is absolutely stunning at seven months pregnant. It was a joy to meet help her celebrate this time and document her growing family.

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The Cooper’s Family portrait session in Lincoln Park was full of giggles!

This recent family portrait session in Lincoln Park Chicago was so much fun!  I made a complete full of myself, reverting back to my 7-year old self by planing games and making faces with these two kiddos.  My favorite moment was when we were alternating between scary face-happy face-worried face- excited face.  It was a hoot!

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Oakland maternity photos

Jess’ quiet, lakeside Oakland Maternity Photos

Recently I visited my friend, Jessica, for a few days to celebrate her pending motherhood.  I’ve never seen Jess look more beautiful, so I, of course, wanted to snap some pictures to document this rare and special time in her life.  In the early morning hours, as the sun crept above the California Cyprus trees, she and I took the Cleveland Cascade stairs down to Lake Merritt in the heart of Oakland.  As the dew still clung to the grass and goslings followed their mothers across the still water, Jess meditated on her baby’s arrival. She graciously allowed me to capture the moment. We shared smiles and a few tears.

Jess has such a beautiful, sweet connection to the child already. I’m counting down the days till the little one (they’ve chosen to let the gender be a surprise) arrives.

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