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    Imaginate Photography is based in Bloomington/Normal, IL. Serving all of Illinois, as well as other locations upon request.... 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!

    Thanks for stopping by, and enjoy your stay! =)

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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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October 13, 2009 - 12:05 PM

Leeann - I just went back and found his 1 year pictures because I thought he looked familar. My, how he’s changed! I love watching all your baby clients grow up. :-)

October 13, 2009 - 11:31 AM

Sarah R. - I love his smile! Such a cutie.

October 13, 2009 - 5:34 AM

Diana - What beautiful pictures, Sarah!
My walls are going to be covered!

October 13, 2009 - 5:30 AM

Name Nazi - This final photo is breath-taking.

October 13, 2009 - 5:03 AM

Sarah - Oh my gosh, I LOVE them!! Great work again, Bridget! :)

October 13, 2009 - 4:59 AM

Leeann - Oh, he is so cute! Love the photos. Can’t wait for Seth’s 9-month (!!!!) pictures next month!

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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October 13, 2009 - 9:43 AM

Becky - That’s a wonderful thing for you to do Bridget! In just the last couple of months, I know three people (two under 40) that were diagnosed. It’s scary how close to home it hits.

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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Station 710 Salon | Illinois Portrait Photographer

I’ve mentioned before on the blog that I was contacted to do some urban/contemporary portrait work for a local hair salon, and I was super excited for the opportunity.  Station 710 Salon has a fabulous, energetic, and caring staff.  They offer a great line of products and services to meet your needs.. Everything from hair…

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October 6, 2009 - 10:48 AM

Maggie - I have been a client of Station 710 for several years. It is a wonderful place- they take such good care of their clientele! Great pictures, Bridget!

October 6, 2009 - 7:16 AM

Sarah R. - I adore that orange wall and the two round mirrors! Very chic.

October 5, 2009 - 12:29 PM

Name Nazi - Oh my. The second girl you posted has gorgeous blue eyes. I love how you captured this demure sass about all of them. Looks like a fun place!

2010 Olympia HS Senior | Illinois HS Senior Photographer

I always approach each and every session I do not quite sure on what to expect.  Sometimes people say, “I’m really not a ‘picture’ person” and light up in front of the camera, etc.  When I met w/ this HS Senior and his mom, I was under the impression that M would be a quiet…

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October 6, 2009 - 7:17 AM

Sarah R. - The last two are my favorites!

October 5, 2009 - 12:27 PM

Name Nazi - I love how he’s trying to look mad in the second one, but can’t quite pull it off. He looks like such a nice kid!

T Family Portraits | Illinois Family Portrait Photographer

I really enjoyed working w/ the T family and their two sweet girls.. It’s so fun to see little personalities and it is so interesting to see just how different siblings can be.. Miss K was very soft spoken, while her little sis, Miss N was very vocal.. hehe.. Loads of fun, T family!  =)…

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October 5, 2009 - 11:42 AM

Becky - What adorable little girls!

October 5, 2009 - 6:09 AM

Name Nazi - I feel like I know these girls, but I can’t place them. Maybe from church? Anyway, really sweet! And I LOVE those polka dots!

October 5, 2009 - 5:56 AM

Sarah R. - What a cute family! That first one is a great picture.

October 4, 2009 - 6:30 AM

Sarah - Aww, those turned out great!

2010 HS Senior | Illinois HS Senior Photographer

Meet Miss C.  It was a lot of fun photographing her for her HS Senior portraits.  She was extremely comfortable in front of the camera and was a natural!   Thanks for a fun session, C! =)

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October 5, 2009 - 6:08 AM

Name Nazi - She’s really beautiful!

October 5, 2009 - 5:58 AM

Sarah R. - I really like that shot with her arm over her head- very cool pose!

Support A Good Cause! | Illinois Photographer

Some of you may know the story of my husband’s cousin, and his courageous journey and fight for the last 13 months against cancer.  Sadly, yesterday we lost Jason to this horrible disease.  Everyone knows someone that has been impacted by cancer and/or other life threatening diseases. It’s up to us to find a cure,…

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Twin 9 Month Olds | Illinois Baby Photographer

I was so excited to see how much twin babies K & K had grown.. Do you remember them at this stage? Still cuddly, and cute, here are the twins now.. Cute as can be!  Thanks, for the visit, K family! =) Aren’t these monkey shirts hysterical?  Love them!

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December 2, 2009 - 8:49 AM

Twins turn 1! | Illinois Child Photographer | imaginatephotography.com - [...] and I’m sure she’s her mama’s little helper.  You may remember the twins from these photos.  Thank you for a great year, K family!  Enjoy your sneak peek [...]

September 29, 2009 - 11:20 AM

Ashley - Great photos K family! They are growing up so fast. Mr. K looks like his dad.

September 29, 2009 - 6:10 AM

Kim Knapp - I absolutely love the pictures. I can’t wait to see the rest. You are getting rave reviews from everyone I have shown. Thanks again for the great session!

September 29, 2009 - 4:03 AM

Name Nazi - Ok, first … the “see” and “do” shirts are way.too.cute. LOVE them. Second, that boy is the cutest thing I’ve seen since … Trace! He has an old soul. I love how your photo makes me feel like I can just look straight into him. And that girl … spunk personified! This might be my favorite session!! :)

September 29, 2009 - 1:51 AM

Alexis - They are so adorable! Great captures:)

September 28, 2009 - 12:10 PM

Sarah R. - Oh my gosh- this is why I want twins! A boy and a girl for sure. :) Absolutely adorable!

September 28, 2009 - 11:29 AM

Leeann - Eeek! So cute! I love the little boy’s orange plaid shirt. Stylin’!

September 28, 2009 - 11:12 AM

Stacey - Love, love, love all of them! Great pics!!!!

6 Month Old Baby A | Illinois Baby Photographer

I knew from the first time I met baby A that his beautiful, big blue eyes would only get more and more adorable.. I’m 100% sure I was right about that.. see for yourself!  Great seeing you again, H family! =)

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September 23, 2009 - 5:32 AM

Leeann - What a handsome boy! I’ve loved seeing his growth in your pictures. :)

September 23, 2009 - 5:30 AM

Name Nazi - Oh my. Those eyes and eyelashes are to DIE for!

September 22, 2009 - 4:49 PM

Carmen - Thanks Bridget for the fabulous pictures! We just love them!!!!!

September 22, 2009 - 12:08 PM

Sarah R. - The last one with the tie is so funny! I like that idea.

September 22, 2009 - 11:25 AM

Sarah - Now THAT is a beautiful baby!!

Booking STL Sessions | STL Portrait Photographer

Imaginate is on the go!  Are you interested in having custom portraits done?  I will be in the St. Louis, MO area doing portrait work on Saturday, October 24th.  Limited times will be available, so contact me (bridget@imaginatephotography) to book your session. Not only will I be in the STL area doing what I love,…

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Miss K- 2010 HS Senior | Illnois Senior Photographer

I met w/ Miss K, a friend of another HS Senior that I photographed recently, on the gorgeous Saturday morning.  She wasn’t too sure what to expect for her senior portraits, but I’d like to think that we captured her as “her”.. Hope you enjoy, Miss K =)

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September 16, 2009 - 2:35 AM

Linda - Great pictures Kayleigh cant wait to see the rest of them the black and white are really awsome Love ya Linda

September 15, 2009 - 2:00 PM

Rochelle Mcginnis - All of you girls need to live the moment to the fullest….be happy and look past your alleged “flaws”. You are gorgeous! Remember, Live, Laugh and Love..

I love you Kayleigh…..xxoo

MOM

September 15, 2009 - 11:47 AM

Sarah - The black and white shots are awesome. That leaf background is really interesting!

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