Sweet baby Scarlett came to see me at just 15 days new, and what a special session this was! Her mama is a fellow photographer, and it’s always such an honor to be trusted by someone who knows the craft. She has followed me on Instagram for a while but was actually referred to me...
It has been so very busy at the studio lately! Between motherhood sessions, sweet newborns, and beautiful families, my spring season has been incredibly busy. Which is exactly how I like it! Today though, it’s time to take a quick break from shooting and editing to share some of my favorite photos from one of...
This baby girl was just the sweetest! I’m so glad I was able to fit her into my schedule as a last minute booking. July was a big month for babies at the studio (possibly my busiest yet in terms of the number of newborns who came through my door) but we were lucky enough...
I’m so excited to introduce this sweet little one to all of you! Leah’s newborn session was extra special, as I also photographed her older sister four years ago and her brother two years ago. Their parents found me through friends all the way back in 2020—which sometimes feels like forever ago. 2020 was such...
This sweet Buffalo Grove newborn photo session with baby Bennett and his parents was so perfect! Mom was referred to me by her best friend who had done a maternity session with me and loved it. This mama decided she also wanted to do a maternity shoot before it was time for newborn photos, so...
located in Long Grove, illinois
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
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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