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S Family | Downers Grove Front Porch Photographer

Have you ever emailed with someone and knew right away that you would get along? This is exactly how I felt when I was emailing with Mrs. S about a Front Porch Session! I was so honored to capture not only their last days at their home but also commemorate a wonderful day for one […]

May 30, 2020

Family Photography

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J Family and S Turns One | Front Porch & Milestone Session

As a milestone photographer in Downers Grove, I love capturing families where they live and in the places that hold special memories for them. This little lady had just turned one and this family had been quarantining together for a month so we thought we’d take advantage of the beautiful spring weather. At first, she […]

May 29, 2020

Family Photography, Milestone Photography

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My Why for Front Porch Sessions | Darien Photographer

“Where we love is home – home that our feet may leave, but not our hearts.” ~ Oliver Wendell Holmes Sr. I recently announced my Front Porch Sessions which will take place once the IL the shelter-in-place order is lifted for non-essential businesses. You might be wondering what a Front Porch Session is if you […]

April 15, 2020

Family Photography

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One Little Word: Align

Each year, I choose a word for the year to focus on. These words are often chosen by some challenge I’ve faced or inspired by listening or reading something. This year’s word I first heard at a conference I was attending with the ladies from my Bible Study. Then it started coming up in articles […]

January 7, 2020

Family Photography, photographers

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Welcome Little D! | Downers Grove Newborn Photographer

Snuggled in the soft, cozy sweater covering his mom’s arms or the strong, stable grip of his dad allowed this sweet newborn to feel calm and safe. The minute we tried to set him down or wrap him in something new, he felt unsettled but as soon as one of them embraced him, everything was […]

December 17, 2019

Family Photography

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Family Photos with Toddlers \ Danielle Hardesty Photography

As a former early childhood teacher and a childcare professional with 20+ years of experience turned family photographer, there is one thing certain about toddlers…they are unpredictable. Believe it or not, this can actually yield some of the best photos! You might wonder how in the world that could be possible. We go for a […]

October 8, 2019

Family Photography

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Elk Grove Village Carousel Room 1st Birthday Party/Danielle Hardesty Events

August 2019 was full of firsts for Danielle Hardesty Photography. I’m excited to finally begin sharing all that happened with you! First up, this adorable first birthday party at the Elk Grove Village Park District, complete with a real indoor carousel! The room had floor to ceiling windows on 60% of the walls so the […]

September 10, 2019

Family Photography

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Newborn Baby Girl “S” |Downers Grove Photographer

Every time I walk into a newborn session, my heart melts and I can feel the excitement and exhaustion the family is feeling. So you can only imagine that when my best friend brought home her newborn, I was in LOVE and literally wanted to hold her the entire time! Their Downers Grove home exudes […]

July 19, 2019

Family Photography

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Leading Ladies Giveaway 2019 | Darien Photographer

This Giveaway is Closed! In honor of Teacher Appreciation Week, Nurse Appreciation Week, National Small Business Week and Mother’s Day, I’ve decided to do a giveaway for your leading lady nominees! Who can be nominated? ~Any woman that has made a difference in your life and/or the lives of others. Think of all the amazing […]

May 9, 2019

Family Photography

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Fall Family Session | Woodridge Family Photographer

What do you get when you have two cute brothers and super fun parents? A fall family session that is full of laughter, love and, of course, plenty of bloopers! This son giving his mom a kiss is something she will be able to treasure forever and look at when he’s making messes or woke […]

October 16, 2018

Family Photography

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