Heather Hackney Photography

Heather Hackney Photography On location family and children's photographer based out of Chicago. Focusing on capturing your moments and your family just as you are.

Natural, fun, silly and full of life. On location lifestyle, family and children's photographer located in Chicago, Illinois

A full circle moment. Our first studio session together this sweet little baby was still in her Mama’s belly. And her...
06/01/2026

A full circle moment. Our first studio session together this sweet little baby was still in her Mama’s belly. And here we are today, just a few months away from celebrating her first birthday ❤️.

Outdoor season is officially open. This family has celebrated every birthday for their girls with me (including their ve...
05/11/2026

Outdoor season is officially open. This family has celebrated every birthday for their girls with me (including their very first ones at Prentice Women’s hospital)— and every year, I fall a little more in love with them. Bright light, birthday cake, and a whole lot of everything that matters.

Me & You, You & Me. A little vignette with my forever muse.
04/23/2026

Me & You, You & Me. A little vignette with my forever muse.

Delivering the sweetest studio Maternity session. I love documenting this season - just Mom & Dad.
04/07/2026

Delivering the sweetest studio Maternity session. I love documenting this season - just Mom & Dad.

Unpopular opinion: Fall is not the best time for family photos.I said what I said. Spring and Summer? That’s where the m...
03/30/2026

Unpopular opinion: Fall is not the best time for family photos.
I said what I said.
Spring and Summer? That’s where the magic is. The prettiest golden light, warm weather so nobody’s bundled up and rushing to get back inside, and the most beautiful backdrop nature has to offer — blue skies, green grass, beaches, and wildflowers.
Fall gets all the hype, but Spring and Summer are quietly delivering the most gorgeous sessions of the year.
So if you’ve been waiting until October to book — consider this your sign to move that session up. Your photos will thank you.

An epic late 90s/early 2000s playlist, Mindy’s Bakery, and a baby on the way. This is what in home maternity sessions a...
03/27/2026

An epic late 90s/early 2000s playlist, Mindy’s Bakery, and a baby on the way. This is what in home maternity sessions are made of.

One of my favorite things about this work is getting to truly grow with families.Getting to know each child’s personalit...
03/24/2026

One of my favorite things about this work is getting to truly grow with families.
Getting to know each child’s personality, watching the dynamics unfold, hearing their little voices yell “She’s here!” when I knock on the door — and the excitement they have to introduce me to their new baby sister.
I know I sound like a broken record, but sessions like this are exactly why I do what I do. There’s nothing staged or forced here — just the natural rhythm of your family, the love you have for each other, and the beautiful chaos that makes you you.
That’s what family sessions are really all about.

96 days until Summer. I’m dreaming of longer days, green grass, poplin dresses and time in backyard.
03/17/2026

96 days until Summer. I’m dreaming of longer days, green grass, poplin dresses and time in backyard.

Being an observer has shaped the way I photograph families. I don’t rush moments or over-direct — instead, I guide you i...
03/05/2026

Being an observer has shaped the way I photograph families. I don’t rush moments or over-direct — instead, I guide you into a relaxed rhythm and allow space for connection to happen naturally. The result is a session that feels calm and effortless, where your family can be fully present.

“The days are long, but the years are short.”We’ve all heard it — maybe even rolled our eyes in the newborn haze or afte...
03/03/2026

“The days are long, but the years are short.”

We’ve all heard it — maybe even rolled our eyes in the newborn haze or after a week that felt like nothing but toddler tantrums. In the thick of it, the days can feel endless.

And then suddenly… you’re looking back at photos from last year. Or even just a few months ago. You notice the growth. The change.

It hits you.

It feels like you blinked.

Time moves quietly and quickly all at once. And one day, you’ll wish you could step back into this season — even just for a moment, even just for one more ordinary day.

That’s why photographs matter.
Not for perfection. Not for milestones.
But for remembering what it felt like to be here.

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