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The Best Time to Book Your Maternity Session

The Best Time to Book Your Maternity Session

If you have wondered, “When should I have my maternity photos” then I have your answer. The best time to schedule your maternity session is approximately 33 weeks. I have had sessions with women ranging from 28-35 weeks and have found that 33 weeks is the sweet spot for scheduling.

Internationally Published - Feature in Wingspan Magazine

January 2018 issue of Wingspan Magazine

A little over a year ago I worked on a project for a Japanese inflight magazine. The story was published in January, but I just got my hands on a hard copy! I can now officially call myself an internationally published photographer!

The story focused on Chicago Style Magic and I provided images of our beautiful city and some of the talented performers in the magic scene. This was a big change from my standard portrait projects, but it was a blast to run around the city as a travel photographer.

7 Reasons to Book a Boudoir Photoshoot Now

Moody scene of woman lying on side with head propped on hand

A Boudoir Session is about so much more than the gorgeous photos you get to take home. It is a celebration of your beauty and confidence. If you still need more reasons to experience a boudoir photoshoot for yourself, here are 7!

  1. You’re Getting Married

    First of all, congratulations! Give your significant other the ultimate engagement or wedding gift by booking a bridal boudoir session. Seriously, what could be better?

  2. You’re Celebrating an Anniversary

    Think that anniversary gifts are kind of boring? Paper, cotton, fruit  - YAWN! Surprise your love with a gift that is one of a kind.

  3. Body Transformation

    Have you lost weight, gained weight or been on a fitness journey? Did you get a new tattoo? Have you had a health scare? Reacquaint yourself with your body and celebrate where you are right now.

  4. You’re Pregnant!

    WOOHOO! This is definitely a time worth documenting. Celebrate yourself and your new little one with a Maternity Session

  5. You’re Not Feeling Your Best

    Seems backwards, right? Sometimes the best time to step out of your comfort zone is when you are feeling the most vulnerable. Seeing yourself through someone else’s eyes can be just the thing to get your confidence moving in the right direction.

  6. You’re Celebrating a Milestone

    Turning 30? Turning 40? Turning 32? What I’m trying to say is any birthday is a great time to get some stunning photos of yourself. Milestones are the perfect time for a Boudoir Photo Shoot.

  7. You Just Want To!

    My favorite reason of all! Let’s face it, the other reasons are just excuses to do something nice for yourself! So skip straight to reason 7 and get some bold and beautiful photos - just because you want to!

Celebrating Sixty With a Portrait Session

Celebrating Sixty With a Portrait Session

Today I am wishing my mom a HUGE Happy Birthday as she celebrates sixty! The portraits I took for her in April of this year are the only portraits I have of her and with every year that passes, they will become more important to me.

Featured in Voyage Chicago!

Featured in Voyage Chicago!

Stephanie Toland Photography got a feature in Voyage Chicago’s Inspiring Stories Series. Her professional photography studio is located in Lakeview in Chicago.

New Headshots!

New Headshots!

Filled with personality and customized just for you - it's part personal branding, part headshot, and part targeting your inner model for an unforgettable photoshoot experience!

Personal Branding Photography

Personal Branding Photography

Some of the best images you can invest in for your career are personal branding photos. Personal branding is where I got my start in photography - before I even knew what it was called!