Jay Pritzker Pavilion Live Music

By laura / September 2, 2018 /

Music under the stars!  Could it get any better? My camera in one hand, beer in the other.  I’m consumed by a Frank Gehry design, the Jay Pritzker Pavilion live music creates the perfect evening.   I’m fascinated by architecture, in fact, that was my original college major.  More of this story to come soon……

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Ritz Carlton Chicago Photography

By laura / August 21, 2018 / Comments Off on Ritz Carlton Chicago Photography

Don’t overlook the details at The Ritz Carlton Chicago. I quietly walk through the lobby and inspiration hits.  I’m drawn to the luxurious details and notice the differences from my last visit.  My attention is drawn to the details, more to come… I invite you along on this journey of 100 Blog Posts in 100…

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Portrait Photography And Copyrights Now Available To Past Clients

By laura / July 31, 2018 / Comments Off on Portrait Photography And Copyrights Now Available To Past Clients

Studio L Photography is changing and evolving. Through this process, I want to share some EXCITING news.  Especially to my past clients who entrusted me to capture their life through my lens.  Portrait photography, along with copyrights, is available for purchase for all sessions taken before 2017. After the purchase, I’m allowing access to images…

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Chicago Starbucks Plugged In

By laura / July 28, 2018 /

Opportunity arises to get some work done at this Chicago Starbucks. Whether I work from my hotel room at The Ritz-Carlton or a local coffee shop, it feels refreshing to be in the windy city.  Everywhere I look, people are plugged in at this Rush Street Starbucks. They stare at their phones with headphones on.…

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Michigan Avenue Chicago Man Named Rocky

By laura / July 3, 2018 / Comments Off on Michigan Avenue Chicago Man Named Rocky

Michigan Avenue Chicago Man Named Rocky This is Rocky’s story: His sign reads, “Hi, I’m Rocky.  Me and my friend lost everything in a fire.  Anything helps us get on our paws & feet again.  God bless & thank you.” Rocky’s landlords weren’t appropriately fixing the problems in his home.  This resulted in a fire.…

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Waldorf Astoria Engagement Session in Chicago

By laura / September 16, 2015 / Comments Off on Waldorf Astoria Engagement Session in Chicago

Waldorf Astoria Engagement Session Sara and Andy got engaged at the Waldorf Astoria Hotel in Chicago, so it was really important to them to be able to take photos there. The hotel doesn’t usually allow professional photography, but we were able to get them to make an exception for us, and we’re so glad they…

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