Greetings, Chicago families! We are thrilled to announce that booking is officially OPEN for our highly anticipated family photo sessions on September 17th, 2023. These coveted sessions are brought to you by Bubble+Spark, your trusted Chicago Family Photographers! We searched high and low for the best locations in Chicago for your family photos. We think this spot has such great variety! Get ready for pure joy and unforgettable memories as we embark on a fun and easy-going adventure together. Our goal is to not only capture beautiful images but to create creative lifestyle portraits that will ..read more

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Spring is here, and we are ready to celebrate! We are so excited to get back to doing some fun outdoor family portraits! Bubble+Spark Chicago Family Photographers is thrilled to announce our Spring Mini Sessions for 2023. With the warmer weather and longer days, we are here for it! Many families have done autumn and are looking to do something a little different instead of the same foliage look year after year. What about pricing? We know that investing in professional family photographs can be a splurge, but trust us, it’s an investment that’s worth every penny. We totally get that in an unp ..read more

If you are looking for Chicago family photographers Black Friday deals, you’ve come to the right place! One day a year, we offer discounts on two types of family photo sessions. For those who sign up today, special pricing will be offered. For 2023, spring mini sessions will be on April 30, 2023 at Winnemac Park. If you sign up on Black Friday, you will receive special pricing. Book here. Spring 2023 documentary sessions which offer more photos, along with more time for authentic moments are also on sale. Book here. These special offers still work with our popular referral program so you can d ..read more

Actress and mother Keisha Champagne was referred to Bubble+Spark from Lincoln Square Mama Kelly Brown who are both in a Chicago Twins group on Facebook. For their ten year anniversary, Keisha and her husband wanted to look into a photographer that could capture unscripted moments. She looked around for documentary family photography in Chicago that showcased the energy and connection between the family, the children and them as a couple. She let us know that she was open to taking photos in her home and around their town of Evanston. Some of the things they enjoy as a family include reading bo ..read more

The question is often asked, “why choose documentary family photography?” You’ve got that perfect portrait for your holiday card that undoubtedly earns lots of compliments. What it may not do the best at is show the joy, personality and GENUINE FUN your family has together. Once you’ve tackled getting that perfect shot for your family, there was a completely different approach to family photos: one that doesn’t require posing, planning, and “perfect” pictures. This is where documentary family photography comes in! This takes everything you know about a “typical” family photo session and turns ..read more

Actress and mother Keisha Champagne was referred to Bubble+Spark from Lincoln Square Mama Kelly Brown who are both in a Chicago Twins group on Facebook. For their ten year anniversary, Keisha and her husband wanted to look into a photographer that could capture unscripted moments. She looked around for documentary family photography in Chicago that showcased the energy and connection between the family, the children and them as a couple. She let us know that she was open to taking photos in her home and around their town of Evanston. Some of the things they enjoy as a family include reading bo ..read more

We adore living in a state that has four seasons. Our favorite thing about it is that no matter what, there’s always variety in terms of what the climate of our amazing city can offer in terms of wardrobe choices. Today we are going to talk about all four seasons and the advantages for having family photos taken in each. When you’re contemplating having your family portraits taken, a good thing to think about is which season you’d prefer. Begin with the end in mind. Does your home décor have yellow or orange tones where fall photos would look good? Is your vibe more coastal where summer photos ..read more

Just as many other local Lincoln Square, Ravenswood, North Center and Andersonville mothers do, Lincoln Square family selected Chicago Family Photographers Bubble+Spark to create artistic, natural family photos. For a busy family, the semi-annual mini sessions were a best choice. About the family: Jenn, Mike and their child live in the Lincoln Square area, so Winnemac Park was a best photo location to create a nice variety of images of their fun family. Planning the clothing: It was time to let their personality shine, so Jenn and Mike first let their kiddo decide what they wanted to wear and ..read more

Chicago Family Photographers fall mini sessions at Winnemac Park are open to booking now! Click here to sign up online. Get ready for your family artfully photographed with guidance on fun, varied posing. Our photographers and families adore Winnemac Park! It’s the best location because it offers such a nice mix of backdrops ranging from a willow tree, prairie nature trails, climbing trees, and logs. A nearby playground which works as a favorite reward for the young kids after their family photo session. BOOK YOUR MINI SESSION ONLINE NOW Bubble+Spark Chicago Family Photographers first became ..read more