Sweet Baby A {Lake County IL, Newborn Photographer}

Meeting a new family is such a treat…especially when you realize how close your lives intersect with each other.  I was introduced to this family through a mutual friend and then ended up realizing my husband works for the same company as this little sweet baby girl’s daddy!  While I know my husband works for a larger company it’s still always fun to meet another “co-worker”.  My small town girl mentality kicks in when I meet someone who might possibly know similar people as me.

This little peanut was so sweet and sleepy during our photo session time together.  I’m sure the cozy warm bed and full belly had a lot to do with her sound sleeping…but I still would like to think that my baby whispering skills are amazing!  🙂  Baby A already has her mommy and daddy wrapped around her finger without even making a sound.  But by taking one look at her you too will realize it’s not hard to fall in love with those squishy little cheeks and tiny little toes.  It always fun to look a new baby and try to image what life they will have as they grow up… will they be a doctor?  will they travel the world?  will they become a mommy?  All those questions I’m sure can wait while baby A’s parents soak up every moment of her being little and new.

Welcome Baby A!

Are you expecting or do you know someone who is expecting?  I would love to photograph you / their new little one.  Please contact me with questions or for more information on your custom portrait experience!

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):

College Bound {Cary IL, Senior Photographer}

I have moments when I don’t think I’m in my 30’s.  Like it’s all pretend and I’m going to wake up suddenly with my Mom telling me I’m going to be late for school and not to forget to drop off my sister and brother.  Moments when I feel like I just graduated high school and next fall I’ll be starting my first year in college.  Maybe because life is so fresh and exciting for you when you are ending your journey in high school and about to start life at college…maybe because it’s true what they say about how being a kid is the easy part of life.  Whatever it is, there are moments when I secretly wish I was back in my teens.  (Don’t worry Jeff, I wouldn’t give up one day without you…)

Spending an afternoon this past fall with Alyssa was such a treat.  I enjoyed seeing how excited she was about going off to college and I truly understand how it feels to know you’ll leave behind your furry friend.  I know Alyssa will do awesome with what life has in store for her and I hope she enjoys every little moment on her journey at college.

Do you know of a senior looking to get their senior photos taken or are you a senior looking to get your photos taken?  Please contact me and I would love to create a customized session just for them / you!