At the end of November, Heather and I drove up to Chicago for a session downtown with the most charming and sweet couple ever, Heidi and Jeff.  The way it worked out for me to be able to shoot their wedding is a long story, but one with a happy (we hope, hehe, right, Heidi?) and exciting ending   Next August is the big day, and I can't wait!  It's couples like them that keep my mind searching for new fresh ideas because they're all for me to try new things.  August is going to be so much fun, and with this ice and snow and frightful weather, I sure wish August was coming up sooner than what it is. 

Merry Christmas to all my clients, friends and family who have been there with me through my business life and my personal life, offering support, encouragement, friendship and love.  I am truly blessed. God Bless you all.

The "bean" wasn't very clean on this day, but it's a fun one to post. 

Stopping to warm up at Starbucks with some coffee. (This one shot  through the window; outside looking in.)

Shot into the sun.  I love into-the-sun pictures. Gives it a sort of warm, vintage feeling…

And some fun ones…, Heather and I before the session started, playing around with our reflections…

And afterwards, ice skaters on the rink in Millennium park.  Shot through the glass walls.

Hope you have some magical moments this season.  And don't forget the real reason for the season and why we even have such a wonderful time of togetherness and joy with those we love most.  Merry Christmas. 

With love ~ Val

~ Val

Click on the picture below and you’ll get a much clearer view of it… I hate what putting photos on the internet does to quality!

xo ~ Val