Photos By SJ

Photos By SJ Hello there! I’m Stephen, a photographer located in Freeport, Illinois! 📸 I love what I do. 🤍

Since beginning my photography journey, I’ve been blessed with the opportunity to capture some of the most beautiful mom...
05/23/2026

Since beginning my photography journey, I’ve been blessed with the opportunity to capture some of the most beautiful moments for growing families, especially the arrival of newborn babies. But this time feels completely different… because this time, it was our turn!🤍
After going through a devastating experience our last go around with pregnancy, we recently welcomed our rainbow baby into the world, and our hearts are overflowing with gratitude. After everything, we are so thankful for a smooth pregnancy journey and an incredible support system every step of the way.
From our very first appointment to our hospital stay, we truly cannot say enough good things about the care we received. The nurses and staff at Mercyhealth were beyond amazing! They were very compassionate, helpful, patient, and uplifting during such an important moment in our lives. The teams at Ridgeway Clinic, Burchard Hills, and Javon Bea Hospital were also incredible throughout this entire journey. We are genuinely so grateful for every nurse, doctor, and staff member who helped make this experience so comforting and special for our family.
And finally… introducing the newest piece of our world:
Ares Orion Jackson 💚
Born at 8 pounds, 12 ounces and 21 inches long.
Mommy did amazing, baby is healthy, and our hearts have never felt fuller. 🩵

Tiny Cap. Big Dreams. ✨🎓The little graduate understood the assignment 💛 These cap & gown toddler photos came out WAY too...
05/21/2026

Tiny Cap. Big Dreams. ✨🎓
The little graduate understood the assignment 💛 These cap & gown toddler photos came out WAY too cute not to share!
From tiny smiles to proud little poses, these sessions are the perfect way to celebrate your baby’s big milestone before they grow up on us 🥹📸

One of my favorite memories from my photography journey! These shots come from a first look prank that the groomsmen pla...
05/14/2026

One of my favorite memories from my photography journey! These shots come from a first look prank that the groomsmen played on the groom! Priceless! ❤️

To all of the mothers, soon to be mothers, grandmothers, stepmothers, mothers of sweet angels, and the mother figures wh...
05/08/2026

To all of the mothers, soon to be mothers, grandmothers, stepmothers, mothers of sweet angels, and the mother figures who love with their whole hearts. Happy Early Mother’s Day. ❤️
Mothers carry so much of the love, strength, and compassion that keeps the world moving. From the sacrifices no one sees to the endless support they give so freely, mothers
deserve to be celebrated every single day. We are beyond grateful for everything you do, and we love and appreciate you more than words can express! Again, mothers truly make the world go round.
One of the greatest gifts of photography is its ability to preserve moments that matter most. A smile, an embrace, a look filled with love, photographs allow us to hold onto those feelings forever! As time moves forward, these images become reminders of the people and moments that shaped our lives in the most meaningful ways.
That’s why capturing memories is so important. The moments we photograph today become the memories we treasure for a lifetime.
This Mother’s Day, take the pictures, hold your loved ones close, and celebrate the beautiful women who fill our lives with love every day. 📸❤️
THANK YOU MOM FOR ALL YOU DO, THE REAL LIFE SUPERHEROES!!!💕

Life moves fast, photos help us hold onto it forever!💛 Now booking sessions for only $75 !📷 (50% non-refundable deposit ...
05/06/2026

Life moves fast, photos help us hold onto it forever!💛
Now booking sessions for only $75 !📷 (50% non-refundable deposit due at the time of booking to secure date!)

They perform for no crowd, only the moon. 🎭 🤡 Happy Halloween! 🎃
10/31/2025

They perform for no crowd, only the moon. 🎭 🤡
Happy Halloween! 🎃

"Family is the compass that guides us. It is the star that directs us, and the lantern that lights our path." ☀️🧡
04/05/2025

"Family is the compass that guides us. It is the star that directs us, and the lantern that lights our path." ☀️🧡

Nurturing new life, surrounded by nature's beauty. 💚
03/07/2025

Nurturing new life, surrounded by nature's beauty. 💚

Family. Where life begins and the love never ends. 🤍
03/01/2025

Family. Where life begins and the love never ends. 🤍

Love is in the air. 💕
02/25/2025

Love is in the air. 💕

Address

Freeport, IL
61032

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 7:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 7:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 7:30pm
Thursday 8am - 7:30pm
Friday 8am - 7:30pm
Saturday 8am - 7:30pm
Sunday 8am - 7:30pm

Telephone

+18159081062

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