Chicago Beach Maternity Session – Angelina

September is here, September is here! As it happens, this month will bring many changes. For some, that means parenthood.

Photographing Angelina was an absolute delight! She is so excited for baby Vera – her first! – to arrive later this month. We met for our session at 31st Street Beach a couple hours before sunset. She was in her 35th week of pregnancy, which is prime photo time! She had the perfect bump, a decent range of motion, and – don’t get me started – that glow. It’s a thing.

There’s something about capturing this time in a woman’s life that seems essential to me. You may not feel the most glamorous during the nine months before baby, and I can understand the tendency to avoid cameras altogether. BUT this is your history, and your family’s history, and it’s something I believe should be documented in some way. Besides, it’s my job to help you feel glamorous! Angelina, however, didn’t seem to have a problem with that 🙂

We had a lot of fun hanging at 31st Street Beach and waiting for the sun to set. It was Friday night, and the beach was full of families picnicking and building sandcastles, and plenty of seagulls to keep things… interesting. Angelina’s background in modeling definitely didn’t hurt, and I even got to meet Dad-to-be Enrique! He was super helpful carrying her things and providing general moral support. I have no doubt they are going to be the most loving, caring parents to their newborn in a few short weeks.

Angelina: thank you again for having me capture these for you! I had such a great time and just love what we created together. Can’t wait for you to meet your daughter, she’s a lucky one 🙂

Chicago beach maternity portrait at sunset

6 Replies to “Chicago Beach Maternity Session – Angelina”

  1. Katy Weaver says:

    She looks amazing! I love the last ones in the dusky pink light!!

    1. Emma says:

      Yes!!! Me too, those are some of my favorites 🙂 Thanks for checking out the post!

  2. Lucy says:

    What a glowing Mum to be! Such stunning imagery

    1. Emma says:

      Isn’t she?! Thanks so much, Lucy. We had a lot of fun creating these together!

  3. Nicee says:

    Gorgeous shoot! I love the lighting.

  4. Hanna says:

    This is killer, what a beautiful momma!

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I’m Emma (She/Her): Beer nerd, cat-whisperer, Schitt’s Creek-obsessed Chicago wedding photographer. I’ve been helping couples relive their wedding memories since 2014, and wouldn’t have it any other way!

Originally from Milwaukee, Wisconsin, I currently reside in Chicago with my designer-turned-handyman partner and our two spunky felines. When I’m not photographing couples in love, I’m either hanging with these three, managing our West Town studio space, or traveling someplace new!

A Few of My Favorite Things:
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You want stunning, true-to-life wedding photos that look and feel like YOU. You don’t want to feel stiff or look too “posed.” And most importantly, you want to ENJOY your wedding day while we capture all the good stuff! 

Whether you thrive in the spotlight or cringe at the thought of being photographed, we are there to capture your memories. And let’s be honest: your wedding day is going to be AWESOME. No matter what goes according to plan or how many things surprise you, at the end of the day you’ll be married to Your Person. And, spoiler alert: that’s what this is all about!

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My relaxed, documentary approach allows couples to feel totally comfortable in front of the camera (it’s the number one thing mentioned in my Reviews!). Expect a mix of candid moments and contemporary portraiture, with the occasional embarrassing (aka HILARIOUS) dance floor photo. I will be your hype girl during portrait time (seriously!). We’ll get to know each other throughout the process, and it doesn’t stop on wedding day. I want to show up with hugs and handshakes – not as just another vendor.

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Wedding Day coverage averages at $7500 (couples typically spend between $6000-$9000). Associate Collections begin at $4000. All Collections include a fully edited digital download gallery, print release, custom photography timeline, and Welcome Guide to ensure the BEST possible photography experience!

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Other sessions offered include Lifestyle, Maternity, Content + Branding and other life events! Contact me for rates and availability.

Things on my current Wish List include photographing a Las Vegas elopement and destination wedding in Italy! If you are planning either I would LOVE to chat!!!