Oh, sweet birthday girl Idalia, met me outdoors recently for a photo shoot. I am so glad her Mommy and Daddy hired me as a Chicagoland first birthday photographer, to capture these moments. Now, I know you will enjoy these adorable photos as much as I do!
First, we started with sweet one year old standing with the help of this vintage chair. And, this outfit is a studio outfit, for any milestone session to use!
Next, we let baby Idalia feel like a big girl in my boho rattan chair, at sunset!
Here, Idalia is in another studio outfit, floral crown, and standing with the help of my cute ladder. Now, I am also loving the sunset on this gorgeous outdoor first birthday photo session. As a first birthday photographer Chicagoland, I just love that this session was outside. Of course, indoor studio sessions are adorable, too. But, this was a different feel of the shoot, and the weather was absolutely perfect, too!
And, we got so lucky on this gorgeous summer night that the flowers were in full bloom, and the sun cooperated! Looks like the birthday girl is just as happy!
Seriously, could she be any more adorable? Here, she’s rocking another outfit from the studio, which looks like it was custom made for her! Honestly, I am so happy that Mom and Dad chose an outdoor session for this first birthday photo shoot!
To finish, we capture the final moments of the sunset, and wished sweet Idalia a happy birthday!
Agata Brannon Photography is a newborn and family photography studio located in Long Grove, IL To check out my pricing for sessions, click here And, to view my latest work, check out my Facebook page and Instagram page. Agata Brannon Photography specializes in newborn, maternity, family, baby, and child photography. Offering photography services in Palatine, Illinois and surrounding Northwest Chicago suburbs including but not limited to Schaumburg and Arlington Heights
Agata Brannon Photography specializes in newborn, maternity, baby and family photography in Palatine, Illinois and surrounding Northwest Chicago including but not limited to Schaumburg and Arlington Heights
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As I reflect on this past year, my heart is so full. Thank you to every family who trusted me with their brand-new babies. Thank you for inviting me into such a tender, fleeting season and allowing me to preserve these moments for you—moments that pass far too quickly.
I’m beyond grateful for the continued trust, the returning families, and all the new faces I’ve met along the way. Capturing these first days will always be an honor I never take for granted.
I’m already looking ahead to 2026, and January is shaping up to be a very baby-filled month once again 🤍 Newborn bookings are now open through June.
I’ll be restructuring and updating my newborn collections for the new year, so if you’d like to secure a session at 2025 pricing, be sure to reach out soon.
Here’s to more tiny toes, sleepy snuggles, and beautiful beginnings in the year ahead 🫶
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Thank you for trusting me once again to document such a meaningful chapter. These are the days that pass too quickly, and I’m so grateful to help preserve them forever. 🤍
If you’re expecting in 2026, now is the perfect time to reserve your newborn session, my calendar fills quickly, especially with returning families.
There’s something incredibly special about slowing down and honoring this season before everything changes.
This recent studio maternity session was all about softness, connection, and timeless simplicity—allowing the beauty of motherhood to take center stage. These quiet moments, the anticipation, the way it all feels right before baby arrives… this is exactly why I love photographing maternity in the studio.
My maternity calendar fills quickly, as I take on a limited number of sessions each month to ensure a personalized, unhurried experience for every client. If you’re expecting in the coming months and envision an elevated, stress-free maternity session, I would love to create something beautiful for you.
Currently booking maternity and newborn sessions. Early booking is highly recommended.