Happy birthday, Oliver! These Highland Park cake smash photos were the perfect way to celebrate The Big One for this adorable little man. It’s been so fun to see this family grow. They found me a couple of years ago and we’ve never looked back. That’s how it often is with my families. We click...
This was such a special Chicagoland baby photo session. Sweet Ava was born right before the mandatory business shutdown took effect in March. This meant that mom wasn’t able to bring her in for professional newborn pictures as planned. COVID has disrupted life in so many ways! While I completely understand the safety reasons behind...
I love recording Chicago baby milestones like this! Baby Rilynn and her parents drove from almost an hour away for this session. Mom had discovered my work on Facebook and loved my portfolio. I’ve invested a lot of training, effort, and creativity into my work as a Chicago photographer, so I love hearing from clients...
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! Agata Brannon Photography is a newborn and family...
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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
From 2016 to today… 13 sessions and so many memories in between
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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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Introducing baby Malakai ~ 12 days new 🫶
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