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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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Category Archives: Babies & Children

9 Month Old, Baby J | Normal, IL Baby Photographer

I had SUCH a great time w/ baby J and his parents… He could not be a happier, smiley, adorable 9 month old baby.  Truly brings joy to my heart and reminds me what photographing babies is all about..  What a blessing you have, Rob & Michelle!  :)

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6 Month Old, Baby L | Bloomington Normal Baby’s First Year Photographer

This baby girl was all smiles & sweetness for her six month portraits.. I loved it!  It helped having her big sister around.  Baby L sure loved watching her..  A special bonus was getting big hugs & cuddles from big sister too… Thank you for being such a great, little model, L!  <click here to...

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Newborn Baby L | Newborn Baby Photographer Bloomington Normal Illinois

This newborn baby girl belongs to friends of mine.. She was such a calm, relaxed baby.  Didn’t sleep much throughout her session, but was so quiet and just took in all of her surroundings.  I got plenty of snuggle time w/ her Thank you for sharing your precious angel w/ me, Ted & Nicki!  I think...

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3 Month Old, Baby H | Central Illinois Baby Photographer

Sometimes I am smitten by my clients… This baby boy?  Yep, him too… How can you resist big blue eyes, and gummy smiles?  I can’t, that’s for sure.. And check out his super cute tie.  Made by his mommy!  Love it!  Thanks for being such an awesome baby boy, H His silly faces are hysterical!

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Mr. A Turns Two | Illinois Toddler Photographer

This little guy is so stinking cute… It really seems like it was just yesterday when we did his newborn portraits.  I’m always so excited to see him and his sweet family.  He brings along his grandparents too.. Love them!  Mr. A, you have become THE most handsome, two year old, little boy.  I know...

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Miss Lucy, Hope Portraits | Illinois Child Photographer

Meet Miss Lucy… She is quite the special little girl.  Lucy’s parents are from the same small town area that I grew up in, and their sweet girl was diagnosed w/ cancer on 12/26 of 2010.  I was so excited to meet Lucy and do some “Hope” portraits for her.  She is now four and...

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Rowen, 11 Months Old

Gah, he’s almost one!  This mama is trying to accept the reality of my baby boy’s 1st birthday quickly approaching.  We did a mini-shoot, White Sox baseball style..  His little grin, teeth all galore smile just melts my heart.. Love you so much, Rowen Zane! And here is the birthday invite for our little buddy’s birthday party…...

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9 Month Old, Baby L | Baby’s First Year Portrait Photographer

Sweet L…  She took a more serious approach to her 9 month portraits.  Still adorable, regardless!  I think she was going for “classic beauty” for these  Check here to see Baby L’s newborn, 3 month, and 6 month sessions. Look at her gorgeous lashes!..

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The C Family Portraits | Illinois Family Portrait Photographer

This was the first time I got to meet baby L, and I knew she would be just as sweet as her mama & daddy.. I loved her big, gummy smiles!  You two sure have a cutie-pa-tootie.. Definitely a keeper

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6 Month Old, Baby T | Bloomington Normal Baby Photography

This little cutie, was super mobile..  You can see baby T as a newborn here.  I loved seeing her smiles, and curiosity.  So much fun w/ you, miss T & family!  :)

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3 Month Old, Baby B | Baby Photographer

I always tell parents when preparing for their baby’s 3 month portrait session, that it can be very hit or miss at that age.  Even though they may show you lots of smiles at home, often times they become very stoic when in the studio, cute, regardless though.  Baby B could not have hammed it...

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One Year Old, Baby B | Central IL Baby Photographer

Wow, one year w/ this baby girl has flown by!  She has been such a joy to watch & photograph… You can see baby B as a newborn, 3 mos, 6 mos & 9 mos here..  I’m sure B is bringing her mommy & daddy tons of love & happiness.. Happy birthday, B!

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Christmas Baby | Central IL Holiday Photographer

Since it’s the holidays and all, I just had to do it… I know my baby boy, won’t be a baby for much longer… Merry Christmas!

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Sessions w/ Santa 2011 Part 2 | Bloomington Normal Photographer

Click here to see Part 1 of the Sessions w/ Santa Merry Christmas!How could I not have my picture taken w/ Santa too?!?…

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The E Family | Family Portrait Photographer

This is the E family, and also dear friends of ours…  Beautiful mama is also a fellow photographer.  I was honored to photograph their beautiful family w/ their newest miracle, baby C.  Big brother is so proud of his baby sister.. so sweet!  Love you guys, E fam!

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