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Peoria IL child photographer | She’s me, fun sized.

Rachael Myers — Thu, 17 Jan 2013 00:00:53 +0000

I guess when I said “let’s go take some pictures!” I was thinking more along the lines of me taking her picture. But this is cool! Whatever :)

Baby girl, I love our 5 minute mini sessions. ♥ It’s about all you’ll stand these days.

Peoria IL baby photographer | Annalou

Rachael Myers — Mon, 17 Sep 2012 21:23:40 +0000

Her name is Anna, actually. Middle name Louis. Annalou :)

She was more of a serious little gal at our session, but sweet as can be!

Generally I’m able to get smiles and laughs from being goofy, but it’s always nice to have help from mom & dad!

Check out mom, dancin’ to make her girl smile! I LOVE IT!

Mom’s a good sport, she said sure go ahead and post! :)

Here is Miss Anna – check out how happy she became when she saw a beautiful little baby – herself!!

Peoria IL baby photographer | It’s been amazing!

Rachael Myers — Mon, 06 Aug 2012 22:20:32 +0000

From 8 days old and brand new to this big world to now one year old and taking big steps – literally! – it’s been my absolute pleasure to watch Miss Cadence grow this past year! She has the brightest eyes and happiest smile! She’s always been a good baby, every session. I’m sad we’re done with her first year’s sessions – but I get to see her again this fall so I’m excited about that! Thank you so much Leigh & Jason for letting me come along in this journey of your little girl’s first year!!

I wasn’t sure how she’d feel in a box, but she really loved it!

And here is sweet pea at day 8 of life. :)

I have such a special place in my heart for you guys! Thank for you this past year! ♥

Peoria IL child photographer | Harper

Rachael Myers — Sat, 09 Jun 2012 00:08:01 +0000

Sneak peek from Wednesday night’s session with lil’ Miss Harper :)

Peoria IL lifestyle photographer | Disc Packaging

Rachael Myers — Thu, 31 May 2012 18:39:21 +0000

I’m delivering a disc today & thought I’d take a few moments to share new packaging! I buy a few different disc cases from Kraft & Jute to keep a good variety & no packaging is ever the same with me since it’s all done by hand. I love burlap & lace so I searched on Etsy and found a shop called Cherry Checkers that had amazing burlap with lace edges. LOVE. I wanted to incorporate my branding colors – red, blue & yellow – so I was on the hunt for ribbon. I found these three colors in a thin gingham ribbon at The Ribbon Jar. A custom disc is inside as well, also from Kraft & Jute. Thanks for coming by! :)

Peoria IL baby photographer | Ella Mae is 1!

Rachael Myers — Mon, 28 May 2012 02:48:24 +0000

Ella is so chatty! She said a whole lot of the word “happy”! And later when she had cake she said “yum”. Enjoy the sneak peek! :)

Peoria IL newborn photographer | Elizabeth Violet, 8 days

Rachael Myers — Wed, 16 May 2012 00:27:05 +0000

This little peanut is almost a month old! Gah – time goes so fast. On session day, Elizabeth was 8 days old. She did an awesome job being my little model for the day! Her furry sister Maisey wanted to join in the photos too – so you’ll get to see her in a few! I love using a macro lens with newborn sessions. The level of detail this lens provides is unbelievable. I love to capture flaky new skin, tiny lashes, belly button, hair, ears… things you will love looking back and remembering. Documenting a new baby is a privilege and I’m honored to be the one to get to do this for so many little sweet peas. Enjoy a few photos from our session!

Maisey wants to play!

Those precious details…

This particular image warms my heart. I love how mom is looking at baby – like she’s the most important thing in the world. And – she is.

Peoria IL child photographer | One Man’s Trash…

Rachael Myers — Sun, 29 Apr 2012 17:42:51 +0000

Let’s just put it out there : Rylee wanted nothing to do with getting her pictures taken. Big sis Avery tried to make her laugh – I tried to make her laugh – she just wasn’t having it. Poor thing. Still, we carried on, as Avery was enjoying having her pictures taken. Then——–Rylee spotted balloons. That was the moment the mood lifted for her & she finally smiled! Thus the title – one man’s trash is another man’s treasure sure fits in this case! These balloons were left at the park shelter from a previous birthday party & were just taped to the wall. This is the only time I would thank someone for not properly cleaning up their mess! :) The photos tell the story… Enjoy! And happy 2nd birthday Miss Rylee! ♥

Here it is! The moment she spotted the balloons!

Pure joy – picture on the right! (Along with cake mess, from the party that left the balloons…yum)

JOY. Pure stinking joy! I LOVE looking at these!!

Rylee giving one last smile……..and then after Rylee gave big sis Avery a swift kick ;) And…we’re done! lol :)

It’s Happening In the Heights on March 28! | Peoria IL lifestyle photography

Rachael Myers — Tue, 20 Mar 2012 01:00:57 +0000

I’m a newer member to the Peoria Heights Chamber of Commerce, having joined at the end of last year. But I’m very proud to be a member of this great organization of small businesses in the community! The people behind small businesses are passionate about serving you and making your experience one of a kind. That is something the big stores care very little about. Indulge a little and enjoy the experience you get with a small business that wants to cater to you! The Heights has so many great businesses that I, myself, enjoy and I know so many of you would too. On March 28 at the Peoria Heights Library there will be a showcasing of several of them. I am one! I will have a booth with a display of products I am so excited for all of you to come and see and touch and feel. I can tell you all day long about how great a canvas wrap is or fabulous I think float wraps are (I do, I do!) – I can tell you about my mini accordion albums that I love so much – but until you actually see all of these beauties in person, they can’t possibly be all that interesting to you, right? So – it’s FREE, with FREE food & drinks (catering by Salt in Peoria Heights), you have a chance to win ‘Chamber Bucks’ (money towards any business that is part of the Chamber) in amounts of $25, $50, $75 and $100! So, what do YOU have planned on March 28, on a Wednesday evening from 5-7? I hope it’s to come see me and the other amazing businesses that help make Peoria Heights such a great place to be!

Before I end the post, I must include photos. I bet a lot of you think an 11×14 is a large size? I used to. I will say that. I just needed to see the light – and man, have I. I want to show you the bigger picture. Check it out.

The first photo is a 20×30 canvas gallery wrap. It’s a great size. It may sound scary and “too big” to those who love their 11×14 “large” prints, but once you step away from the wall you just hung your portrait on, how well can you see it? How well can you see it from across the room? Because upon entering your living room, or dining room, or bedroom – you want people to enjoy your art. You had a great time helping create it, you paid your hard working money for it, and it deserves to get some Oooh’s and Aaaah’s!

Next is the 11×14 I mentioned. I will let you decide which looks better, but I hope you’d agree the larger print looks much more fabulous ;)

And finally – this is just one of many display options I can help you with to create a focal point in any room. I would be so happy to help create your wall art! See you March 28!

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