the hurst family: family portrait shoot

It has now been over five years since I shot Stephanie and Chris' wedding by the river, and over a year since we last connected for a family shoot at Fermilab. The girls are now three and thirteen and it seriously seems like just yesterday "Sissy" was eight and wearing pigtails herself. What a treasure it has been to see and document the growth of these children over the years and to journey with you all in the different seasons of life. Chris and Stephanie, congratulations on raising two amazing young women, for continuing to pursue your passions in life, for learning to let go of good things when needed and to embrace change! You have continued to suck the marrow out of life and press forward towards adventure. My God bless you in this new and exciting season!

julie and chris: maternity shoot

It has been such a fun process to see Julie and Chris' relationship develop over the past nine years from dating to marriage and now parenthood! With each new season has come a new sense of commitment, responsibility, and deep joy. I was super excited therefore when I was asked to photograph their growing family around Lincoln Park. Praise God for such a beautiful day, and praise God for Chris and Julie's friends and family that have surrounded them both with so much wisdom and encouragement thus far! I pray that God blesses their baby girl with a profound knowledge of Himself and of His unconditional love and acceptance for her, and that she would desire to walk in His ways and serve Him in all aspects of her life. Julie and Chris, may you be equipped with God's power, strength and wisdom to lead her in the ways of righteousness and truth and may He be glorified by you home as it serves as a blessing to others.  I am praying for you both in this new season of life and for a smooth delivery of your first child in just a matter of days/weeks! Much love and many blessings.