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Hinsdale Family Photos | Danielle Hardesty Photography

Come along and see what we captured during these Hinsdale Family Photos!

August 16, 2024

Hinsdale Children's Photographer

Family Photography

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Oakbrook Maternity Photographer | Mayslake Forest Preserve

This family of four was awaiting the arrival of their sweet addition in a few months. We had so much fun picking flowers and walking through the tall grasses as well as strolling the gravel paths.

October 30, 2023

Maternity & Newborn

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How to Choose a Family Photographer | Darien

Have you ever come across a social media post asking for photographer recommendations and seen how many comments there are?! It’s overwhelming! Here are a few considerations to help you choose a family photographer to partner with for the long haul. Family Photographer Considerations: Downers Grove Milestone Photographer You will likely be able to find […]

September 6, 2023

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Family Photographer in Naperville | Greene Valley Forest Preserve

When we document your current season of life, it might include your child’s favorite monster truck or lovie or they might be wanting to dance and twirl which are all things you’ll want to remember. You may also want to include a family heirloom or special blankie.

June 24, 2023

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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

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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

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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

Family Photography

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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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Outdoor Newborn Photos | Naperville Photographer

Outdoor newborn photos are few and far between but sometimes a must if the weather cooperates which almost was not the case for the J Family but we squeezed it in between sprinkles and rain! You may recognize this sweet momma and big sister from their spring maternity session where we melted because it was […]

July 30, 2021

Family Photography

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