. . . . elysian  –  adjective.  beautiful; divinely inspired; peaceful and perfect. . . . . I’m asked often, what or who inspires you? And my answer is the same every time.  The baby herself inspires me.  Whether it is a newborn or milestone session, I watch them and study their movements and capture those small […]

a gift for mothers . . . . a mother’s day event  april 11       |      9-11am please scroll down for details. As a gift to my clients every year, I welcome mother’s (and their children) to come to my studio for an open house and complimentary photo.  A few images will be taken for you […]

Finding a balance between being a mama of three littles and this amazing profession is a daily struggle for me.   During the last few months, I have been receiving the kindest messages from fellow photographers and I am SO SO thankful for each and every one.  I have also been asked quite a few questions […]

Chicago Newborn Baby Photographer Usually, my favorite images during a session are those moments that you have to wait for. unplanned and completely unscripted. . . . . stretch baby. Laurie is a natural light photographer based out of Homer Glen, IL 60491.  To schedule your photography session, please email her at ellebakerphotography@yahoo.com or simply fill out […]

. . . beautiful. handmade. tangible. . . . My kind of photography experience.   I believe there is something magical that happens when you see, hold, & touch tangible photography products.  The images below reflect just a couple of products I offer at my studio.  The first three images are matted folio albums.  They […]

I loved watching him watch his mama during our session.  He followed her everywhere she moved in the room and gave her the most beautiful smiles.   <3 <3 <3  Having a little boy myself, I understand that connection between a mother and son. He is my everything and I know this mama feels the same about […]

~ ‘capturing authentic beauty in our imagery by allowing the baby to be our guide.’  ~L.Heinsch Working along side one of my best friends in both the photography world and in ‘real life’, Lane Proffitt Photography and I are so proud to announce something that is so personal and dear to our hearts. I can’t even begin […]

Let her sleep, for when she wakes, she will move mountains…   She wakes from her slumber, stretches slightly, and soothes herself back to sleep…. what a beautiful moment. All of my newborn session take place in my natural light studio in Homer Glen IL. You can view more of my newborn portfolio here. Elle Baker Photography specializes in newborn, […]

happy birthday to you. happy birthday to you. happy birthday dear Julia happy birthday to you. I just can’t believe this baby girl is one already…. It feels like yesterday I was photographing her hospital photos and newborn session at my studio.  Each month has been amazing and I’m so blessed to have been apart of documenting […]

Sleep smiles. One of my all time most favorite moments to capture during a newborn session.  Completely natural, real,  & in the moment kind of smiles.  Smiles that are not provoked by my silly noises and facial expressions.   Just truthful, beautiful smiles.  Showing for just a sweet second, a glimpse of what they will look […]