Category Archives: 1 year old

1 year photos Barrington IL

baby girl reaching up during photo session in Barrington

Happy birthday, sweet girl! I photographed her sister as a newborn and then her cake smash, so naturally I was thrilled when they wanted me to do the same for their second. I really enjoy getting to know families and seeing them grow over the years and with this job, it lets me do exactly...

First birthday cake smash photographer

little girl with pink smash cake for a photo session in Lake Zurich IL

How do I describe this girl in 1 word? Sassy. Sweet little M was back in my Lake Zurich IL studio for a first birthday cake smash photo session. After photographing her as a newborn last spring, then again this past winter, and now celebrating her 1st birthday I couldn’t get over how big she...

Outdoor family photos Mundelein IL

mom with baby boy for outdoor family photos Mundelein IL

This sweet family of three is new to the Golden Photography family. I couldn’t have asked for a sweeter family, either! We talked via email several times planning things out, outfits, etc, and everything was set! The color combo they decided on was amazing for the fall colors. Jewel tones for fall family photos are...

Currently scheduling due dates through summer 2026!

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