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The kDarling journal is a place for real session stories, thoughtful tips, and inspiration for families who want to preserve the moments that matter most. From maternity and newborn portraits to milestones, seniors, and the little in-between seasons, you’ll find stories and guidance to help you feel prepared and connected before your own session.

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Joyfully, Kristin

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Natalie and Luke’s wedding was unique because COVID threw all their plans totally out of whack, with their official ceremony at the courthouse and the reception months later at The Lodge at River Valley Farm. When Natalie and Luke were finally married at the Champaign County Courthouse on Jan. 8 2021, that was their fifth […]

Natalie + Luke | Champaign County Courthouse & The Lodge at River Valley Farm

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Alexis and Alex’s fall wedding at Willow Barn was absolutely beautiful. It was my first time at this venue as it’s a new venue in the Danville area, and it is definitely a stunning place to get married. Having been together for three and a half years, Alexis and Alex were such a loving couple. […]

Alexis + Alex I Wedding at Willow Barn

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Erin and Brandon’s wedding at the Pear Tree Estate in Champaign was an incredibly beautiful day from start to finish. This venue is absolutely stunning, and I loved being with this wonderful couple and their closest family and friends to celebrate them. The first look was deeply important for Erin and Brandon, and it was […]

Erin + Brandon | Pear Tree Estate

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Brittney and Josh’s wedding at The Venue CU was stunning, and I was honored to be a part of their special day. This was yet another wedding at this beautiful venue, and I can say that it truly is one of the best places to get married. I was in love with Brittney and Josh’s […]

Brittney + Josh | The Venue CU

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Dana and Chris’s summer wedding last July was incredibly beautiful and intimate. StarView Vineyards was absolutely the perfect venue for this couple’s ceremony and their self described simple, laid back wedding! Their reception was at the equally beautiful Epiphany Farms. This summer wedding was a little unorthodox in that the ceremony and reception were held […]

Dana + Chris | StarView Vineyards & Epiphany Farms

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