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    Imaginate Photography is based in Normal, IL... Here on the blog, I love sharing previews from recent sessions, telling you about my amazing clients, as well as keeping you up to date on events and specials..

    I'm Bridget...Owner of Imaginate Photography, photographer, wife, mother of 3, and a follower of Christ.. I'm passionate about life.. I hope to share that w/ you too!

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Monthly Archives: October 2009

M Boys | Illinois Child Photographer

I was super excited to see the M family & photograph the boys again.. They are such sweet guys and a pleasure to work w/…Thanks so much, M family! Remember them from last year? And here they are a bit more grown up this year; And sometimes it’s not always the planned shots that end...

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STL Marine Family | Family Portrait Photographer

During our visit to St. Louis, I had the privilege of not only meeting a friend that I “met” on a mommy board forum NINE years ago, I also got to photograph her beautiful family!  Amy Teets is not only a wonderful, beautiful woman, but she is also a fabulous scrapbook paper & product designer! ...

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Holiday Cards | Illinois Portrait Photographer

I know many of you have been asking, and they’re here!  Please see below for this year’s line of holiday cards.  They can are customizable to add your family name.  (cards shown are fronts & backs)  If you would like to use a portrait from any of your 2009 sessions, just e-mail me the image...

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Vendor Reviews? | Illinois Photographer

I’ve been pondering some ideas for awhile now, I thought there’s no better place to ask pose these questions, than for YOU all! =) I would like to start doing a feature part on the Imaginate Blog.  I would be interviewing some local vendors of all sorts and posting links to their information as well...

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Mr. J | Illinois Child Photographer

This little guy was on. the. go!   His mama said he had a message for me and it was “Run, run as fast as you can, you can’t catch me, I’m the Gingerbread man!”.. SOoo funny..  Little J was definitely on the go, but there was so much to see and do at our  photo...

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1 Year Old Miss M | Illinois Toddler Photographer

One year ago, I started photographing little miss M in her mama’s belly… Then I was on eggshells awaiting the call that she would be arriving so that I could dash to the hospital for her birth.  It was a moment that was absolutely incredible and a blessing to be a part of.  (Her mama...

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Mr. T 6 Months | Illinois Family & Baby Photographer

I could not wait to see Mr. T and how much he had been growing since his 3 month session.  The last time I saw him, he was full of smiles & cooing for me.. Although the leaves definitely caught his attention for this session, he still brought me some sweet, heart melting smiles.. Oh,...

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Prairie Central HS Senior Miss A | Illinois HS Senior Photographer

I had so much fun working w/ Miss A and her mama!  It was a bit chilly for A’s session, but she rocked it and rocked it well! =)  I love her sweet, energetic, and easy going personality.. You really shine, Miss A.. I also enjoyed chatting w/ her mom, who I actually photographed as...

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P Family Portraits | Illinois Family Photographer

I had already met the P family mom, and Miss K for HS Senior portraits, so it was great to meet the rest of their gang.  Definitely had just as much fun w/ them all as I did w/ Miss K at her session.  And M, you still remind me so much of my little...

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3 Month Old Miss E | Illinois Baby Photographer

This cutie-pa-tootie came for a visit, and boy, did she bring the cuteness to her session!  She also happens to be the cousin of 1 yo, Mr. T who is featured below..  Miss E’s mama came prepared w/ plenty of adorable bows & headbands too… (Have I mentioned how much I love them all?!)  It...

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1 Year Old -Mr. T | Illinois Portrait Photographer

Mr. T has been w/ me since he was just a newborn.. I love, love, love seeing my client kiddos growing up.  I truly have a special place in my heart for my clients and this little guy steals it away each time I see him.  He is a busy, sweet, little boy, but never...

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18 Month Portrait-Mr. T | Illinois Child Photographer

OHhhhh, Mr. T.. Such a sweet, smart, little guy, he is!  His smile and personality is truly infectious, and I just love seeing him and his mama & daddy..  Glad to photograph him once again, W family!

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Breast Cancer Awareness | Illinois Portrait Photographer

Did you know?.. One in eight women or 12.6% of all women will get breast cancer in her lifetime. Did you know?… Every 13 minutes a woman dies of breast cancer. Did you know?… More than 1.7 million women who have had breast cancer are still alive in the United States. Did you know?… Early...

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More Cousins! | Illinois Children Photographer

Look at all these pretty kids I get to photograph!  These blonde bombshells definitely make me work for the smiles, but I think it was worth it.. Moms of the girls, what do YOU think?  Thanks for the visit, beautiful cousins! =)

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Cousins’ Family Portraits | Illinois Family Photographer

I love when families want to have portraits done of cousins all together as a surprise/gift for the grandparents.  I know how much my own grandparents absolutely love pictures that we give as gifts, so it’s extra special when I am asked to be the one to capture someone else’s.  So just be aware that...

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