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Downers Grove Senior Photos | Class of 2023

It’s time to celebrate the grads for the Class of 2023! Downers Grove Senior Photos were something this amazing and bright graduate wanted to do to commemorate her senior year at DGN. Downers Grove Senior Photographer Taking senior photos was a highlight of my senior year as well…I’ll spare you what I looked like! We […]

May 24, 2023

Senior Photography

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Hinsdale Branding Photography

This Hinsdale Branding photography session was amazing! Emily and her team at Authentic Growth Wellness Group were full of energy and made the time pass by quickly. We documented the essentials during this session like their new space and growing team rather than a more creative approach. If you are looking for a therapist locally […]

October 13, 2022

Branding

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Summer Family Photos | Hinsdale Photographer

Summer Family Photos include a lot of beautiful light (especially at sunset) and the weather is much more predictable! This family session was in late July and it was just glorious. A light breeze swept through the air as the setting sun graced the grounds of this beautiful Hinsdale location. Summer Family Photography We frolicked […]

August 24, 2022

family of three summer family photos at sunset

Family Photography

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Couples Photo Session & Sweet Pup | Oldfield Oaks

A Couples photo session is so fun whether you are just dating or been married 50 years! This session was almost rescheduled due to weather but we went for it and ended up with images that are sure to bring a smile to your face.

August 17, 2022

Couples

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Chicago Brand Photographer | Sweet Sherry Pie Branding Session

Chicago Brand Photographer, Danielle Hardesty, captures Food Blogger and Photographer, Sweet Sherry Pie in a recent branding session!

July 22, 2022

food photographer on couch, photographer on leather couch

Branding, Business Owners

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Lifestyle & Posed Newborn Session | Downers Grove Newborn Photographer

In-Home Lifestyle and Posed Newborn Session for a growing family in Downers Grove, IL.

June 3, 2022

newborn girl wrapped in white on pink backdrop with purple headband

Maternity & Newborn

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In-Home Lifestyle Newborn Photos | Downers Grove Newborn Photographer

Anytime an inquiry comes in, I get excited! When this Downers Grove family reached out for in-home lifestyle newborn photos with her family, it was extra special. Momma and I worked together before I ventured out to do photography. It was an honor to help their family welcome a second little one into their hearts […]

April 12, 2022

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Now Booking: Spring and Summer 2022

It may be chilly outside but spring and summer are just around the corner! It’s time to book to start booking outdoor sessions again with Danielle Hardesty Photography. This year, there are new location options that will amazing backdrops for spring photo sessions! SPRING PHOTO SESSIONS Full Session Investment information is on the website. BOOK […]

March 14, 2022

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B Family | Glen Ellyn Family & Pet Photo Session

This sweet, new DHP family had quite the introduction to family photos with me! The original location mom had chosen for their session ended up having homecoming festivities so we switched locations. Then there was a torrential downpour the day of their session. Mom wanted to go for it so I packed up the gear […]

January 26, 2022

Family Photography

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P Family | Lisle Family Session

Every family is unique and special. When mom reached out about a session of her and her girls, I jumped at the opportunity. Through our pre-session planning for their family session, we found out our stories were similar and we had shared experiences that helped me portray the love between her and her girls with […]

January 19, 2022

Family Photography

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