Kathleen Kidwell Photography

08/27/2026

08/20/2026

⭐️Giveaway Time!⭐️

I am so excited to bring you all another great giveaway-this time from our newest Small Business Feature: Lincoln Garden Family Restaurant!

⭐️Two $50 Gift Cards to Lincoln Garden!! (Two winners-one $50 Gift Card each)

🔹 1 Point for commenting your favorite Lincoln Garden menu item below (or what you want to try if you've never been!)
🔹 2 Points for tagging the person who is going with you if you win
🔹 3 Points for sharing this post *make sure it is on public status so we can see!

Each point is an entry. We will do a special winner announcement on my birthday-Wednesday, August 26th at 5:00pm!

I won't tell you until then so beware of spammers and scammers!

While you're waiting around for the winner, be sure to check out my newest blog post "Small Business Feature: Lincoln Garden"!

There are many nights I am at my office until much later than I expected, especially this time of year. It's easy for me to be working on projects until I realize my eyes are crossing and I need a break from my computer screen. For the past six years, my photography business has been located on Linc...

07/31/2026

Happy 10th Wedding Anniversary to Logan and Hannah! Praying the next 10 years are as adventurous and amazing as the first 10 ❤️

07/29/2026

You’re in the right place if:

📸 You want a photographer who truly wants you to be happy
📸 You want an experience that is all about you
📸 You want to do photos differently than your classmates

If that’s you, DM me for info. Zero pressure. Let’s just see if we’re a fit!

Kathleen Kidwell is an award-winning and published photographer who specializes in Seniors, Families, Branding, Headshots, and Corporate photography. She is based in Charleston, IL, but loves to travel and photograph all types of sessions across the country.

07/27/2026

Class of 2027…your senior year deserves more than just pictures. ✨

The photos you take during this season will become part of your story—the ones you’ll look back on years from now and the ones your family will treasure forever. That’s why choosing the right photographer matters.

When you book your senior session with me, you’re getting so much more than beautiful photos. You’re getting an experience designed around you. Whether your style is bold, adventurous, athletic, laid-back, or completely unique, I’ll help you plan every detail so your images reflect who you are right now.

From outfit guidance and location planning to helping you feel comfortable in front of the camera, I’ll be with you every step of the way. My goal is simple: to create images that feel authentic, natural, and unforgettable.

Class of 2027, you deserve senior portraits that are as one-of-a-kind as your journey.

Let’s create something incredible together. 💛📸

Kathleen Kidwell is an award-winning and published photographer who specializes in Seniors, Families, Branding, Headshots, and Corporate photography. She is based in Charleston, IL, but loves to travel and photograph all types of sessions across the country.

07/26/2026

Curious about destination experiences?
‼️Check out this new blog post! ‼

Clinton is one of my favorite places to visit and I can't wait to go back soon!

Candlelight Inn- Clinton Iowa
Visit Clinton, Iowa

I like to travel. Like, a lot. So, it wasn't a shock to my family when I rolled out the idea to offer destination photo experiences for seniors, families, and branding clients. These sessions have taken me everywhere from Vegas to NYC and I'm so excited to keep checking out new places. If you've nev...

06/19/2026

‼️New Blog Post Alert‼️

I have the privilege of photographing the Steedly Family of Tuscola, IL to help celebrate their son's 1st birthday. The photos were taken at Lake Charleston in Charleston, IL.

06/18/2026

The Regional Office of Education #11 is open today and ready to serve our community.

If any residents, families, or workers are in need of bottled water, food, hygiene kits, or a place to charge electronic devices, please stop by between 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM.

Additionally, ROE #11 staff will be out in the community delivering lunch to cleanup crews, law enforcement, and all those working hard to restore our town. Our good friends at Chick-fil-A Mattoon are donating sandwiches and Charleston Rural King has donated plenty of water.

Most importantly, if you or someone you know has been displaced by last night’s storm and has children in need of temporary housing, please contact our office immediately. We are here to help.

📞 Phone: 217-348-0151
📧 Blair Dosch: [email protected]
📧 Dr. Jon Julius: [email protected]

Please share this message to help us reach those in need.