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Posted by Courtney Westlake 3 years ago.
Well, not really for me, but definitely for my kitties! I'm at home today, but I'm busy cleaning the house, working on writing, baking and much more. The kitties are trying to keep up with me, but they need their beauty rest!He tries so hard to watch what...
Posted by Courtney Westlake 3 years ago.
After our friend Michael stayed at our house on Sunday to "surprise" his girlfriend, Betsy, we figured a proposal was on the way! When they called last night to announce they were getting married, we were thrilled. Then they asked me to come take photos o...
Posted by Courtney Westlake 3 years ago.
Driving through downtown Springfield, Illinois isn't as impressive as a lot of bigger cities, or even smaller, quaint towns with town squares. But in actually walking around the downtown area and taking the time to notice, there are so many fun and intere...
Posted by Courtney Westlake 3 years ago.
We spent a wonderful July 4th weekend in Robinson, Illinois with my family, where we were able to relax, play games, lay around a lake and of course, see a great fireworks display!It was so nice to get away for a long weekend and spend time with family. A...
Posted by Courtney Westlake 3 years ago.
My FAVORITE! I softened and faded the photo a little, and she looks like a sleeping angel!
Posted by Courtney Westlake 3 years ago.
On Sunday, I shot some engagement photos of my good friend Geri and her fiance Kevan in the neighborhood of Lincoln Park in Chicago. It was a perfect day out, and we had a great time wandering the neighborhood looking for good shots. They were wonderful t...
Posted by Courtney Westlake 3 years ago.
Last Saturday, I helped Studio 7 to shoot a wedding in Hillsboro, and we had a fabulous time! The couple and their bridal party were very laidback and easygoing, and after the ceremony, we drove out to the couple's farm to get some beautiful pictures.I pl...
Posted by Courtney Westlake 3 years ago.
This beautiful girl made her debut into the world on Sunday, June 22. And I am one proud aunt!
Posted by Courtney Westlake 3 years ago.
I had so much fun with this family at Washington Park yesterday. It was a gorgeous day, perfect temperatures and they were totally great to hang out with all morning!Brotherly Love :)
Posted by Courtney Westlake 3 years ago.
In the midst of all of these crazy storms, I'm glad Illinois is finally getting some beautiful spring weather. I took some shots outside yesterday, and I just love how bright and cheery everything is.Whatever it is, this plant life is pretty funny-looking...
Posted by Courtney Westlake 3 years ago.
I was SO excited to receive my new Canon 70-200 lens in the mail on Thursday and to try it out, so I used it for the first time on Sunday at my in-laws' family Father's Day cookout. My husband has a bunch of adorable little cousins, and it was a wonderful...
Posted by Courtney Westlake 3 years ago.
I didn't even realize it at the time, but the wedding I helped to shoot last Saturday was on 06/07/08! Again, I shot with Studio 7 Photography in Springfield and it was a great day, although hot! But luckily, after a rainy morning, the sun came out in the...
Posted by Courtney Westlake 3 years ago.
Be impressed with this scene because it is no longer there! About a month or two ago, my father-in-law called to tell us about this corn crib located on a farm near theirs. It was so old and dilapidated that it was leaning so far over, it was about to fal...
Posted by Courtney Westlake 3 years ago.
I've started to assist Studio 7 Photography with weddings, and Saturday I helped to shoot my first one! It was so much fun, and I can't wait to do it again next weekend. Here are some of the shots I got, and check out Studio 7's blog for more pictures fro...
Posted by Courtney Westlake 3 years ago.
My baby niece or nephew is coming soon! I couldn't resist taking some photos of my sister-in-law, who is due on June 30. I can't wait to meet the little one...
Posted by Courtney Westlake 3 years ago.
I never used to be this sappy, but ever since I've planned my own wedding, I get so teary-eyed at weddings. Especially when my good friends are getting married! Here are some shots from my college friend's wedding in Champaign on Saturday, May 24.Standing...
Posted by Courtney Westlake 3 years ago.
I shot this lil cutie a couple of weeks ago. These are some of my favorite shots because I love her sweet expressions and that great outfit! She looks so "Anne Geddes"!
Posted by Courtney Westlake 3 years ago.
Little kids are so much fun!! You just have to let them do their own thing most of the time, but they're so entertaining to watch and be around!
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