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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

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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

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M-N Family | Warrenville Family Photographer

As a family photographer, I’m always looking for new locations to try out and offer to my clients. This was my first time at this location and it did not disappoint one bit. It was ideal and ended up being an option for 2021 Fall Mini Sessions! This sweet family was so amazing and incredibly […]

January 12, 2022

Family Photography, Milestone Photography

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Glen Ellyn Newborn Photographer | Danielle Hardesty Photography

In-home lifestyle newborn sessions are truly some of my favorites! The honor of being chosen to capture memories for families as they welcome the newest member of the family is truly humbling. They are in one of the most challenging transition times any family experiences as they figure out what their new daily routine looks […]

January 6, 2022

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Vendor Spotlight: Doula Marisa | Danielle Hardesty Photography

If you have ever been a new parent, you know that those early days are filled with less than ideal sleep, plenty of transition and a lot of unknowns. If you are looking for a doula to support you as you bring your new little babe into the world and after, I have just the […]

October 28, 2021

Family Photography, Vendor Spolight

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Vendor Spotlight: HaylieRead Design | Danielle Hardesty Photography

Have you been in your home enough in the last 18 months to start to think about changing your decor or taking on a home improvement project? Today, I’m excited to introduce Haylie from HaylieRead Design, a local interior design firm. She is a local interior designer helping families like yours and mine fall in […]

September 23, 2021

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Vendor Spotlight: Simply Sweet Caroline’s | Danielle Hardesty Photography

The popularity of custom sugar cookies for special occasions has skyrocketed recently so I am excited to bring you this month’s Vendor Spotlight with Caroline from Simply Sweet Caroline’s. While she is located in the city near the Loop, she grew up just around the corner in Clarendon Hills and serves sweets to clients throughout […]

August 31, 2021

Vendor Spolight

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Dear Kindergarten Momma….

This year, a number of my momma friends are sending their littles to Kindergarten (many for the first time) so since some of them I’ve known and loved since they were born, I feel like I’m sending them off to Kindergarten too! ???? You may want to grab a tissue… Dear Kindergarten Momma, The day […]

August 27, 2021

Family Photography

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