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J Family Photos | Lombard Family Photographer

Two-and-a-half years ago, I met this sweet family on a brisk fall morning after they had welcomed sweet A for their first family session. Last year in the midst of the craziness, little M was born and we needed to delay newborn photos for safety reasons but we finally got to get together and capture […]

June 9, 2021

Family Photography, Milestone Photography

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Spring Mini: Kids Photos | Wheaton Children’s Photographer

Two-thirds of this trio has been in front of my lens before so when I got to see them with their cousin, it only took a little bit of warming up. Their mom reached out to see if I would do a children’s photography session and as a family and newborn photographer with a background […]

May 26, 2021

Family Photography, Milestone Photography

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‘M’ Family Spring Session | Naperville Photographer

Buds starting to bloom and the warm sun glowing between clouds set the scene for a beautiful spring Saturday evening. This family of four was a blast to hang out with during this spring family session in Naperville. We dodged frisbees all while capturing this family’s fun personality! This little guy had all the snuggles, […]

April 26, 2021

Family Photography

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Introducing the DHP Referral Program! | Danielle Hardesty Photography

My business grows because of YOU! Every referral is truly the highest compliment I can receive. As a token of my appreciation for your support, I wanted a way to thank you. Introducing the DHP Referral Program! Here is how it works: ​ 1.) Tell your friends about your amazing DHP Experience! Even those Facebook/Instagram […]

March 18, 2021

Milestone Photography

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S Newborn Photos | Darien IL Lifestyle Newborn Session

It was a joy to capture this Darien Lifestyle Newborn Session with this new family of four includes a nursery filled with beautiful subtle florals and soft color tones. There is an immediate sense of peace and calm upon entering it. The way the blush, pink, cream, grey and white came together in perfect harmony […]

October 3, 2020

Family Photography

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Downtown Lemont Family Photographer | J Family

Warmth of the setting fall sun. Early Friday night rumblings of people gathering in a small town. Downtown Lemont…a quaint, underrated little downtown area that reminds me of the small Tennessee towns I visited frequently as a child. So great to spend my evening with this returning DHP family and I got to check off […]

September 26, 2020

Family Photography

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