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Week 1 of 2015 {Lake County IL, Photographer}

With the start of the new year comes the start of new traditions and resolutions.  A chance for you to have a fresh start or try again to tackle something you’ve been trying so hard to accomplish.  I’m a fan of resolutions, although I’ll admit I’m a pro at starting things and then letting them fall by the side after a few weeks…just ask my husband.  But I will admit that I love the thought of trying something new and pushing yourself to grow.  So with that, I’m starting a Project 365.  I tried to start one last year but made it two days before I forgot about it…I told you I’m a pro a letting things fall by the side…but this year I am really going to try my best to complete it for the entire year.

What is a Project 365?  It’s a challenge for me to take a photo every day in 2015 with my camera. I will be posting my photos on my Instagram page with a weekly wrap up on Friday of my past week’s photos.  Want to join in or follow along? Be sure to follow me on Instagram.

What are you planning on doing this year?

Week 1 of 2015:

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Landon Turns 6 Months {Racine WI, Newborn Photographer}

I have some of the best friends in the world.  This lady has been with me for about 10 years now…crazy how fast time flies! During that time we’ve seen each other get married and she has had two adorable little babies. The littlest one is already six months old.  I feel like it was just yesterday when he was born and we were doing his newborn photos! This past fall we were so blessed with a crazy beautiful sunset and gorgeous orange leaves all around to capture some family photos and little six month photos. I love the six month mark in little babies…they have the best facial expressions around and Landon did not disappoint!

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Fall Time with the B Family {Lake County IL, Family Photographer}

This little family is so great to hang out with…I love how the girls promise me they will share their Halloween candy with me and they tell me all about their toys and adventures. I also love how during our two hours together C can chat away the entire time with me. I’ve gotten to photograph this little family quite a few times and each time it seems like we have more fun!

I hope these girls continue to bring their parents the joy and adventures I know are hidden deep inside of them!

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Six Months {Lake County IL, Newborn Photographer}

It’s crazy to think that this little guy is already 6 months old!  It feels like just the other day when I first met his Mom and Dad at Panera and he was just a few months away from even being born.  It’s so amazing to watch a little family grow and be able to capture moments along the way with them from their bump session to their newborn session.  This session was quite a treat because his little personality was shinning though…it was also the first time he got to see and touch grass. How were you when you first touched grass? Did you like it or hate it? My mom tells me stories of how I hated the grass as a little girl and how I would cry the second I was put down in it.  Go figure…this explain why I’m not a wilderness girl.  🙂  This little guy was the complete opposite of me and was so curious about the green stuff.  He could not get enough of it!  He would constantly crawl to the side of the blanket to reach for the green strings.  It was such a great moment to watch and capture.  I think they will have a hard time keeping this little one inside as he continues to grow up!

I can’t wait to see this little guy continue to grow!

Kate Fredrick Photography

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Customize Your Session {Lake County IL, Photographer}

I love when a family brings along a little something special to add to their photo session…a personal touch. Your photos are meant to capture you and your family in this current moment…so why not include the little things that will bring back extra memories? I love how easy it is to simply add in a little toy or family pet to your session and suddenly your photos tell more about you!

Not sure what can make your session special?  Think about brining a child’s favorite toy or book. What about a special blanket or a piece of family jewelry? Here are some of my favorite examples of past clients that incorporated something special into their photos.

What would you include into your photo session?

Toys / Books: 

Kate Fredrick Photography

 Family Items (Blankets / Jewelry):

 Pets (We can’t forget our furry family members):