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  • Welcome

    I'm so happy you are here! My name is Stacie Kemp, I'm an Iowa girl who married and uprooted myself and business to Chicago, IL. I love family, friends, food, fashion and capturing life's moments involving all of the above!

    My love affair with photography began in college. Do you know that magical feeling you get when you wake up Christmas morning? That's the feeling I get every time I photograph, every time I capture the essence of someone's personality, the love between couples and families, the awe and wonder of a child. I'm passionate about my art and about capturing every fun, exciting, silly, fashionable, quiet, romantic and crazy moment of life.

    If you'd like to schedule a session, I'd love to hear from you! I strive to make every session unique and special to you. Please contact me at 115,116,97,99,105,101,107,101,109,112,112,104,111,116,111,103,114,97,112,104,121,64,103,109,97,105,108,46,99,111,109,46.moc.liamg@yhpargotohppmekeicats

    If you'd like to see more of my work, visit staciekempphotography.com and like me on facebook to keep up to date on the latest news, promotions and deals.

Callan & Ava; Chicago Children and Newborn Photographer

Lately I’ve been SO blessed with being able to photograph lots of children and newborns and I couldn’t be more excited about it!! There is just something amazing about their awe and wonder of the world, not to mention their energy and excitement!! Despite being a little shy, Callan warmed right up to me and gave me some of the BEST expressions. We had a fun time giggling and exploring the outdoors. Callan just became a big brother and I’m certain he will be the best big brother to little Ava. Near the end of the session, Ava gave us the most awesome little smile..it just makes my heart melt every time I see it! Here are a few of my favorites from their session:

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Rose Family Portraits; Chicago Family Portrait Photographer

The day I got together with the Rose family was a typical dreary, rainy fall day in Chicago. The rain held off all day until just about the time we started our session but the great thing about the Rose family is that it didn’t stop them and we got some super cute family portraits in their beautiful home! I have to admit, their little guy was just the CUTEST. I love his golden locks and rosy checks!! One thing that stood out about this family is how kind and generous they are. I stood out in the rain to take a few photos of them on their porch and they lent me their own rain jacket! I’m glad they did, I loved capturing them getting their little guy to giggle on the porch. So stinkin cute! Here are some of my favorites portraits from their session. Enjoy!

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The Sawant Family; Chicago Family Portrait Photographer

Meet the Sawant Family!! I’ve had the pleasure to get to know Jen over this past year and I was so ecstatic when she asked me to take portraits of her family! Jen is the type of person who you meet and instantly feel like you are friends with. Her kind, gentle and loving spirit is just absolutely palpable. This was the first time I got to meet her hubby and little man and they were so kind and fun, not to mention full of energy! We got together on a crisp fall day, I really couldn’t have asked for a better day. As with all sessions, I hope to not only create great portraits but also to create wonderful memories and I think this day was a success.

Near the end of the session, Jen asked if I would take a few business portraits. She is the BEST reflexologist. You can find her website here!

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Here is a lovely slideshow of their photos!

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Bennett; Chicago Newborn Photographer

Meet my new nephew, Bennett!! Shortly after moving to Chicago, where my brother and sister-in-law live, they announced they were expecting and I was SO excited to now be living in the same city as them. This cute little guy is going to get lots of visits from his Aunt (not to mention pictures). Here’s a few of many more to come. Congratulations to my brother and sister-in-law on your new little cutie!

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Mandi; Chicago Senior Portrait Photographer

I absolutely LOVE photographing high school seniors!! They are so much fun to work with and I adore their fun sense of fashion so I was incredibly excited that Mandi and her Mom came from Indiana to have her portraits taken downtown. Mandi loves Chicago and wanted to have portraits taken at Wrigley field and by the beach. We wandered around Wrigley and founds some awesome spots under the El for a few urban portraits. After that, we wrapped up by the harbor as the sun was setting. The sunset is absolutely gorgeous by the lake!! Note to self: must watch sunset by lake on date night.

What I love about Mandi is that she made her senior portrait session a whole family event! Her Mom and friends came to support her and despite a few difficulties getting back to Indiana that night, they made the day a fun event! You can tell family, friends and laughter are important to her and I feel so lucky to get to meet and photograph people who are as beautiful, both inside and out, as she is. Early Congrats Mandi, I can’t wait to hear what’s in store next!

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Here’s a lovely slideshow of Mandi’s Senior Portraits. Enjoy!

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