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 […]

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.

Chicago Brand Photographer, Danielle Hardesty, captures Food Blogger and Photographer, Sweet Sherry Pie in a recent branding 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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

It may be steaming hot outside but fall will be here before we know it! It’s time to book your fall session with Danielle Hardesty Photography. This year, there are new location options that will amazing backdrops for fall photo sessions! FALL PHOTO SESSIONS Full Session Investment information is on the website. BOOK A FULL […]

This early morning session was definitely worth getting up for! The D family wanted family photos in 2020 but alas we finally took them in June 2021. Little W’s newborn session was the last time we had captured memories together. We went to a local park near their home with great foliage and spent time […]