Sandmood Photography

05/22/2026

05/22/2026

Photoshoot with me in Chicago 🤍

A little behind the scenes from this beautiful engagement session — the movement, the laughter, the city views, and then the final photographs that tell their story.

This is one of my favorite parts of photography: seeing a simple moment turn into something timeless. Chicago gave us the most beautiful backdrop, but their love made every frame feel alive.

If you would love to have a photoshoot with me, send me a message — I would be so happy to capture your story. ✨

05/21/2026

Senior year for one sister… kindergarten beginnings for the other. 🤍

There is something so emotional about this season of life — one sister closing a beautiful chapter, while her little sister is just beginning hers.

One is getting ready to leave the halls she once walked through every day, stepping into a new dream, a new season, a new version of herself.
And the little one is right behind her, ready to take her first steps into school life — almost like big sister is softly passing the torch.

These are the moments that feel simple while they’re happening… but years later, they become everything.

A graduation, a beginning, a sisterhood, and time quietly reminding us how fast it all goes. ✨

So honored to capture this sweet and timeless chapter for them.

05/20/2026

Mark & Valentina 🤍

I’m still smiling from this engagement session. So much joy, laughter, and the kind of energy that makes photographing love feel effortless.

And honestly… it felt like nature was giving them every little sign of “yes.”
In just a few hours, we had sun, wind, rain, lightning, a rainbow, and the most beautiful sunset — almost like the whole sky came to celebrate with them.

I’m so happy and honored that I’ll get to photograph their wedding on September.
Can’t wait to capture the next chapter of their love story. ✨

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05/19/2026

It was such a pleasure to meet these two beautiful young people as they were getting ready for their prom night.

There is something so special about this season of life — full of excitement, dreams, elegance, and little moments that will one day become sweet memories. They looked absolutely wonderful, and I’m so happy I could capture this beautiful chapter for them.

Wishing them a magical prom night and so many bright adventures ahead. ✨
Sandmood Photography

05/18/2026

It was such a chilly day, but this sweet family handled it so beautifully. 🤍
Even with the cold, we moved quickly, kept it light and fun, and still captured so many warm, lovely moments together.

Sometimes the weather isn’t perfect, but the memories still turn out so sweet — soft spring blossoms, golden light, and a beautiful family full of love.

Now booking family and portrait sessions for this season.
Sandmood Photography

05/15/2026

When client feedback makes your whole day… 😄🤍

So grateful for the kind words and happy clients. Feedback like this truly means so much to me and reminds me why I love what I do.

Just a little fun moment, but the happiness is real. ✨

05/12/2026

A beautiful spring evening with this lovely family, and it feels extra special to have them in front of my camera again. 🌸

There is something so sweet about photographing familiar faces — the children feel more comfortable, the moments unfold naturally, and the whole session feels warm and easy.

Blooming trees, little ducklings, soft smiles, and simple family moments… such a beautiful way to remember this season. 🤍

Grateful to capture another sweet memory for them.

Now booking spring and family sessions.
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05/08/2026

A little garden romance, a little nostalgia, and a sweet picnic celebration between mother and daughter.

This beautiful mama told me she feels nostalgic for those soft, romantic, old-world moments… and honestly, so do I.
So we created a little story where mom and her daughter could feel like ladies for the afternoon — surrounded by blooming trees, candlelight, tea cups, macarons, ducklings, and all the gentle details of a dreamy picnic in a garden.

It felt like a tiny celebration in a manor courtyard… feminine, timeless, and full of tenderness.

Do you love this romantic, Bridgerton-inspired style as much as we do? 🤍

If you would love a session like this for yourself, with your daughter, your children, or your family — send me a message and we will create something beautiful together.

And maybe… this could also be the sweetest Mother’s Day gift card idea for someone you love. 🌸

Motherhood, family & romantic portrait sessions in the Chicago area.

Sandmood Photography