Family Photos at Morton Arboretum – Wild and Free
If you’re doing to take your family photos at Morton Arboretum in the Chicago suburbs, let them be a little wild and free. At least, that’s what I told my client as we planned for an outdoor session with their young boys. Since this was going to be their FIRST ever professional family photos together, we knew it needed to be special and to really encapsulate the family dynamic. Three boys – athletic, wild, silly. Mom and dad’s love story – an anchor that continues to withstand time. As a full-service Aurora photographer, I wanted to give them an experience that exceeded their expectations. This was about bringing the beauty of their story into the light.
What Mom Said About Her Family Photos
Where do I even begin?! I cannot say enough wonderful things about the incredibly talented Charity White! From beginning to end, this entire photography experience was nothing short of AMAZING! Charity didn’t just take our family pictures—she captured our love, our happiness, our personalities, and beautiful moments that we will cherish for a lifetime.
What makes Charity so special is the amount of thought, love, care, dedication, and genuine passion she pours into her work. You can truly tell that photography is more than just a profession to her. It’s her gift, and she uses that gift to create something incredibly meaningful for the families she photographs.
I had a vision of what I wanted our family photos to look and feel like, and Charity went above and beyond to bring that vision to LIFE! She paid attention to the little details, captured the most genuine moments, and made everything feel so natural and beautiful. Every smile, every laugh, every embrace, and every little interaction tells a story. Looking at these pictures brings me so much joy because she captured moments that I never want to forget.
Telling a Story With Candid Unposed Family Photos
It’s one thing to take a pretty photo. Anyone can do that. It’s another entirely to take an exceptional photo. And even more so to make said photo effortless and natural. But that’s the job I’m committed to as an Aurora family photographer in the Chicago suburbs. I meet with my clients for a free consultation before ever snapping a single photo, and within that time frame learn everything I can that will help me craft the vision they do (or maybe don’t yet) have in mind.
Another step further, and I give them all my detailed advice that will bring the story to life both on screen and in print. I give fashion styling tips and suggest locations that compliment the family, their skin tones, home decor, personalities. All of it is intentional so that feel like instant connection.
As a mother, having beautiful memories of my family means EVERYTHING to me. Our children grow so quickly, life moves so fast, and these are the moments we wish we could hold on to forever. Thanks to Charity, I now have these precious memories beautifully preserved.
And can we talk about the QUALITY?! 😍 The lighting, the angles, the creativity, the emotions, the attention to detail—EVERYTHING was absolutely stunning! She has such an incredible eye for photography and knows exactly how to turn ordinary moments into extraordinary memories.
Charity, thank you from the bottom of my heart for putting so much love and passion into making my vision a reality. You truly exceeded my expectations, and I am beyond grateful that we trusted you to capture these special moments for our family.
To anyone looking for a photographer, LOOK NO FURTHER THAN CHARITY WHITE! Whether you’re planning family portraits, celebrating a milestone, or simply wanting to capture beautiful memories with the people you love, I wholeheartedly recommend her. You are not just booking someone to take pictures—you are investing in memories that will last a lifetime.
How to Book Family Photos at Morton Arboretum and Chicago Suburbs
As a family photographer for over 15 years and having grown up in the west Chicago suburbs, I confidently direct my clients with a library of knowledge. From locations to color theory to styling, I aim to create family photos that are above and beyond what they’re imagining. My heart is to tell stories with meaningful imagery that lives on in your home.
