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The Kidographer

Contemporary Family, Kids, School and Event Photographers- Midwest & West Coast
  • portraits
  • 2024 Chicago Fall Mini Sessions
  • Chicago Holiday Minis 2024
  • Children's Commercial Photographer
  • Custom Cake Smash
  • parties & events
  • ceremonies
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  • pets
  • about us
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PARTY!- Chicago Event Photography

Alyssa Govea September 25, 2021

Having an event or party and looking to have it photographed? Look no further! We’ll come out to your event and photograph it. We photograph events, parties, photo booths, corporate, school, and NFP Kids events and dances! Contact us for more information and to get a quote. Feel free to ask us any questions you may have as well!

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Little Cuties- Chicago Children’s Photography

Alyssa Govea September 4, 2021

Looking to have a photography session for your child with multiple different backdrops or a mixture of indoor/outdoor setups? We would be happy to figure out a session and package that would work best for you! Contact us with your inquiry, and we’ll work with you to figure something out. Feel free to browse our established packages here, otherwise, you can contact us here.

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Summer Family Portraits- Chicago Family Photographer

Alyssa Govea August 17, 2021

Looking to take advantage of the few weeks left of summer for family or children portraits? We have you covered! We love taking advantage of the warm weather to head to some of our favorite spots. By the lake, at the park- we have the perfect spot in mind. Take a look at our portrait options to find the best choice for you, or contact us with any questions. Ready to book? Contact us to schedule your session.

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Welcome Back Chicago!- Chicago Event Photographers

Alyssa Govea June 13, 2021

Chicago has officially opened back up, and you’re looking to start planning your big events for your kids. So come on by to add a photographer to your event. We would be ecstatic to capture the big day- whether that be a shower, baptism, birthday party, or other get together. Our event photography is on a by case basis- contact us with event details and we can work with you to figure out what you need and pricing. We hope to see you soon!

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Make a Special Birthday a Little Sweeter- Chicago Photographer

Alyssa Govea April 30, 2021

Got a special birthday coming up? Put the icing on the cake with a fun birthday shoot! Whether it's a 5th, 10th, 16th, or 18th birthday we'll help to make it extra amazing. Dress up, bring friends, stay in the studio, or have some fun outside, it's up to you. Contact us for more information and with any questions!

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We Are Family- Family Photography in Chicago

Alyssa Govea March 18, 2021

With warmer weather settling in, are you doing some spring cleaning? Including revamping old family portraits? We have you covered! We love having family portraits in our Lincoln Park studio or on location. (Um, yes to warm, blooming, outdoor photos!) We offer a few different options that you can look at here, or you can contact us with questions.

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Customizable Photoshoots

Alyssa Govea January 15, 2021

Back when we had a day or two of some warmer weather we had the opportunity to shoot a gender reveal! This family booked some cute, holiday family pictures and added the reveal onto their booking. Contact us to book and plan a customized photography appointment. We have quite a few options available to browse here- use as the structure for your booking or as a stepping point!

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To A New Year!

Alyssa Govea January 9, 2021

Happy New Year! We hope everyone had fun this holiday season, and still got to celebrate together some way safe despite the virus. We got a little bit of a break here at the studio to enjoy the holidays too. We were also able to reflect back on this unusual and unprecedented year. As difficult as things have been with shut downs, restrictions, and unknowns we are truly grateful and thankful to all of you that have kept our small business going and staying afloat. We can’t do this without all of you, so again, thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your continued support. We are extremely appreciative to capture your families, children, and special moments, and we hope to continue to have that opportunity. We hope this year is better than last and wish all of you a great year.

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Time To Get Festive!

Alyssa Govea December 15, 2020

Grab your cute holiday outfits, it's time for pictures! Throw on that cute red dress, that emerald jumpsuit, that red buffalo plaid and elevate it with a gorgeous smile. We'll capture it so you can share with friends and family this season, so smiles can be share all around. To check out what photography options we offer, click here. Contact us to schedule a time or with your questions.

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Smiles All Season Long

Alyssa Govea December 1, 2020

Capture those wonderful smiles to share with family this season! We may be keeping our distance, but you and your family's happy faces are sure to brighten a loved one's day. We would be honored to help you out with that! For information on available photo sessions, click here. Contact us to book your session or with any questions you may have.

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Family Time

Alyssa Govea November 30, 2020

Gather this holiday season for some family portraits! Show off your best smiles and we'll do the rest. We'll capture some amazing shots of you and your family that are perfect to hang up on the wall or to send as gifts. Click here for more information. Feel free to reach out to us with any questions or to book an appointment.

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Celebrate Family!

Alyssa Govea November 16, 2020

Give thanks to a great family with some amazing family portraits! Whether on location (It doesn’t have to be outside!) or in studio, the choice is yours. Choose from our array of photo session options, and contact us when you’re ready to book a shoot!

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Family Portraits, Kid Portraits, Fall Portraits- OH MY!

Alyssa Govea November 7, 2020

Looking for family portraits? Maybe even some outdoor photos? The weather has been nice lately and we would love to help you get those awesome family shots! We can do on location or studio sessions. We have a few different options to choose from, and you can choose which works best for you and your family. We also have one last Fall Mini Session day tomorrow, Nov. 8th, in Lincoln Park which you can inquire on availability. You can contact us for more information, with questions, or to book your session!

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Welcome Little One!

Alyssa Govea October 28, 2020

Welcoming a new baby home is an amazing feeling. Why not capture those early days with some commemorative photos? Our newborn sessions are done in studio. We'll focus not only on your baby, but the whole family too! In addition, baby can be awake or asleep, whatever works best. For more information click here. You can also contact us with any questions and to book your newborn session.

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Goodbye Summer, Hello Fall- Chicago Family Portraits

Alyssa Govea October 28, 2020

Are you looking for some awesome family portraits? We would be delighted to help! We love doing on location shoots, and with the weather getting cooler, in studio sessions are becoming more popular again too. We also have our holiday sessions coming up soon, so keep an eye out for those! For more information on our portrait options, click here. Contact us to book or with any questions!

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Cake Smash Celebration!

Alyssa Govea October 14, 2020

Enjoy your little one’s first birthday with a cake smash! They are so fun and memorable. With a super cute set and an adorable cake to smash, it is the perfect way to commemorate the moment! We offer on location shoots if you want to use up the little bit of nice weather left, or in studio photo sessions. For more information, click here. Or contact to set up an appointment or with any questions you may have.

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Falling For Fall In Chicago

Alyssa Govea October 14, 2020

We are loving are end of the season and fall photoshoots! The weather has been decent and the locations have been beautiful. We are having so much fun with our families and making amazing memories too! We offer on location or in studio photography. If you would like to get on the fall train, contact us to set up a photo session. Ask if we have any fall mini sessions available too!

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Fall Mini Sessions Are Here!

Alyssa Govea September 28, 2020

Fall is just around the corner Chicago, and we're so excited! Between the colorful natural backgrounds and the changing sunlight there are so many fun and easy ways to make sure your family's personality shines through with every shot. $250 includes a 30 minute session, all usable digital images, printing rights & booking fees. Click here for more information, dates, and times. LIMITED SPACES- GRAB YOUR SPOT WHILE THE POPULAR TIMES ARE STILL AVAILABLE.

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Tips For A Great Kids Photoshoot

Alyssa Govea September 13, 2020

Looking to have a photoshoot or have one planned for your little ones? We put some tips together to help make your appointment go more smoothly with less frowns and tears.

1) If they haven’t been professionally photographed before, have a family member or friend they don’t see often snap a few photos on a phone camera (with and without flash). This can help them get more use to a stranger trying to get their attention and take a photo along with possible flashing lights.

2) If you have a cake smash in mind, have your baby try some cake or cupcakes before the shoot. A lot of parents come in without their babies trying any cake or sweets. More often than not, if the cake smash is their first sweet or cake interaction they don’t know what to do with the cake and there is less “cake smashing” and eating.

3) Have your kids get a good night’s sleep. Tired kids make for grumpy and fussy pictures. If they take naps, try to schedule your appointment around nap times.

4) Make sure the kids eat before hand. Happy bellies make big, happy smiles. Bring along snacks and drinks for a quick snack break if needed.

5) Have the kids wear something comfortable. That doesn’t necessarily mean sweatpants and a t-shirt, but something that fits well, and isn’t tight, itchy, or distracting.

6) Bring their favorite toy or two and have their favorite music on hand to help bring out those smiles!

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All About The Kids

Alyssa Govea September 4, 2020

Trying to get some nice pictures of the kiddos after being cooped up for so long or trying to brighten up back to school season? We have your back! Set up a studio or location photo shoot to capture those smiles. Between the beautiful natural light and colorful nature or the comfy, cozy, and possible cute backdrop with a studio shoot, there’s an array of options to choose from. For more information on our portrait pricing, click here. For any questions or to set up your appointment, contact us!

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