Studio Lifestyle Session with Baby Ava, 3 Weeks New

This sweet family came to my studio after dad found me on Instagram and started following my work. They live in Vernon Hills, just one town over from my Long Grove studio. It’s great when you find a photographer you love right in your own backyard! And it means so much to me when people connect with my art and trust me to document the most precious times for them and their families.

This beautiful family just welcomed their second baby, and it was such a privilege to capture these early moments. It’s wonderful to witness the love between parents and their little ones—especially when a new sibling joins the family! It is just pure love and joy!

Sweet baby girl with fluffy black hair asleep in basket in a lifestyle studio setup

Baby Ava was truly a dream to photograph. She was so gorgeous—and can we talk about her HAIR!? It doesn’t get any better than this. Seriously the best I’ve ever seen!

There’s something so special about seeing a family grow, the love they share, and the tiny details that make each session unique. It really is the little things you’ll want to remember forever. The details that change so quickly, yet mean so much. I’m beyond grateful to have been part of this family’s journey, preserving these moments they’ll treasure forever.

Mother with her toddler and newborn seated in a cozy lifestyle studio in the Chicago suburbs

Thank you to this incredible family for allowing me to share in this magical chapter with them!

Newborn Photographer Near Vernon Hills

If you’re interested in a session of your own this year, please be in touch as soon as possible. I can’t believe how fast my calendar is filling up, but I would love to find a date to create beautiful memories with you and your loved ones! Can’t wait to hear from you!

Newborn baby girl with white flower crown asleep in wooden bowl with pillows and plants in the background

Meanwhile, follow me on Instagram and Facebook for more sweetness in your feed every day!

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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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I spent all day today putting together this year’s holiday setup, and I’m so happy with how it turned out! I’m especially loving the new couch.  I think it’s going to be such a beautiful addition to my studio decor.

Holiday Mini Sessions will take place on November 7 at my Long Grove studio — one day only!

I’ll have a limited number of spots left, so if you’re hoping to update your family photos for the holidays, don’t wait too long to book. Once the spots are filled, that’s it for this year!

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SANTA EXPERIENCE GIVEAWAY

This year, I want to give one family the gift of a little Christmas magic.

My Santa Experience at my Long Grove studio is one of my favorite holiday traditions, and this year, I would love to gift a session to a family who would treasure the experience and the memories that come with it.

Who would you love to give a little Christmas magic to?

Maybe it’s your own family, a friend with little ones who still believe in Santa, or someone you know who would love to experience this special holiday tradition with their children.

You can nominate yourself or another family. I can’t wait to see who you choose!

HOW TO ENTER

1. Like this post.
2. Follow @agatabrannonphotography.
3. Share this post to your Instagram Story.
4. Comment below telling me who you are nominating and why, and tag the person or family in your comment.

One entry per person. You may nominate yourself or another family.

WANT TO BOOK A SANTA SESSION OR GIFT ONE TO SOMEONE SPECIAL?

Santa sessions are also available to book for families who would like to create their own holiday memories or give the experience as a thoughtful gift. You can learn more or reserve a session here: Link In Bio

PLEASE NOTE: The winning family must be available to attend the Santa Experience at my Long Grove studio on Sunday, November 15, OR Sunday, November 29, 2026. If the selected family is unavailable for either date or time another winner will be selected.

GIVEAWAY DEADLINE: Sunday, October 18, 2026, at 11:59 PM Central Time.

The winner will be selected at random from eligible entries and announced on Monday, October 19.

Let’s make a little Christmas magic happen!

This giveaway is not sponsored, endorsed, administered by, or associated with Instagram or Facebook. Open to U.S. residents only. By entering, participants release Instagram and Facebook from responsibility for this promotion. Full giveaway details are included in this caption.

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