North Ave Beach Summer Sessions

I have been toying with the idea of having a few designated days this summer for North Ave Beach sessions.. Its one of my favorite places to go in the summer. I have had a handful of family sessions out there, and each one gets better and better! 

I will take two of these sessions in May & June 
The price is $350 ($50 cheaper than my full session) 
For a 45 minute session and 15 edited images with the ability to purchase the full gallery. 
Email loryn.eaton@yahoo.com to book

Fletcher - Fresh 48 & Lifestyle Newborn

I wasn’t kidding when I said A LOT of babies were born so far this year! Fletcher is by far, the only baby I have ever met that had better facial expressions than me! From his fresh 48 to his sweet lifestyle session! Its been so amazing to spend time with these three as much as I have! Lynn & Gage are the sweetest people. I dont want to see this little guy grow up!

Alli & Jeff - Winter Engagement Session

Its been a hot minute since I have posted some sessions for the new year! - For slow season its not so slow! Tons of baby’s have been born and there has been a lot going on over here at LEP!! SO! Here are some favorite images from Alli & Jeff’s engagement session from January!
It was COLD that day, but the snow was so pretty! It was one of the first snowfalls of the year… with barley an inch. Side note, we have had an AWESOME winter.
I am so excited to see these two again for the November wedding at Journeymen Distillery!

Arizona

What. A. Trip.

I don’t know how Liz talked me into doing a sunrise hot air balloon ride, but I did it.. and it was INCREDIBLE.
I am just now getting around to editing a lot of the images from my trip but its still so breathtaking.

We ended our day hanging out at the Botanical Gardens touching very sharp plants and looking at pretty butterflies.

In all seriousness. If you’re in Phoenix, I highly suggest getting in one of these baskets and floating through the air. - Look into Rainbow Ryders. Those are the only people I would fly with.

B&C Wedding - Arizona

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Weddings are my. jam. We all know this. A wedding in Arizona? EVEN BETTER. Thank you Liz, for the opportunity and taking me on the trip of a lifetime. Not only did we get to take some amazing wedding photos, we even went on a hot air balloon ride! <3 Those pictures will bet in the next blog post…

So here is the overload B&C’s wedding images…

Kelly & Nathan - Engagement Session

My last session of 2019 ended on a high note. LOOK AT THESE TWO! I am so excited to see these two again in just a few short months. They are so easy to work with!
Im letting these images talk for themselves. - Oh and I loved black and white.

Kim & Marc - Downtown, Chicago

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The last wedding of 2019 was one for the books. I enjoyed getting to know these two over the course of the year. It made their wedding day even more special. They had a change of location, and honestly I think it was for the best… I looooooved getting the opportunity to shoot at the Rookery Building in downtown.

Everything fit into place and it was a perfect day. I love these two so much and cant wait to see what married life has in store for them.

Emily & Dan - Merrillville, Indiana

Wedding season would not have been complete without these two. What an AMAZING day they had!
The rain put a small damper on the day, but didnt last long at all.
This was the first time I had the pleasure of photographing a wedding in this beautiful Greek Orthodox Cathedral. - I mean.. look at it!!
It was a pretty unique ceremony, nothing I have ever photographed before. These are some of my favorite ceremony images.. The cloudy day really made those stained glass windows pop.

Kaitlyn & Nate - Hobart, Indiana

Can I just say, how much I looooove backyard weddings. If you're wanting to host your own backyard wedding, take notes from these guys… I know they worked SO hard on their house and yard that year to make sure it was perfect. Kaitlyn & Nate are the two sweetest people, and their day was just perfect.

The daddy, daughter first look was my favorite of this season. It was the sweetest thing ever.

Basically their day was amazing and one of my favorites this season. <3

Danielle & Chris - Valparaiso, Indiana

When I met Danielle & Chris for their consultation a year ago, I just knew they were going to be one of my favorite couples. When talking about their wedding plans, they just wanted a low key, backyard wedding. MAN. I live for these types of weddings. LIVE FOR THEM.
These two are just the cutest. I loved their special day. They got ready at the Aberdeen Inn, one of my favorite little places for getting ready pictures. The natural light in almost every room is amazing. The back section with the beautiful gazebo and tall trees. I could go on. - I will just say again how much I loved their day.

Schrock Family - North Ave Beach

Oh the Schrock family. Was SO excited t o meet these guys. Little miss over here gave me a run for my money. Not many smiles were given, but I earned every single one she gave me! I absolutely love North Ave beach in the summer and fall months. Not many people around, and the scenery is just beautiful. Its one of my favorite locations in Chicago, when I do get out that way. Im really sad its winter, I won’t get to see this beach again until summer :(

Nancy & Charles - Four Corners Winery - Valparaiso, Indiana

Nancy & Charles told me before their engagement session that they were such awkward people and that they would need so much help with posing. Their engagement session was a breeze and they were NOT awakard AT ALL. I was so excited for their big day to finally be here. It was a little rainy and chilly, but they made it work and their day was perfect.
This was my second time shooting at Four Corners Winery and it has become a fast favorite location of mine.
The property is laid out so perfectly and the vineyard is beautiful and a great backdrop!

Ali & Andrew - Beach Engagement Session

Beach season is officially over. So I am throwing a massive fit and posting some of my favorite beach sessions :)
Ali & Andrew are one of my 2020 couples, so to say I am excited for their wedding is a massive understatement. They are always so comfortable in front of the camera. They play off each other, and Andrew just loves Ali so much. You can see it all over their faces. I love these two. CANT. WAIT.
I loved at the end of their session, Ali promised Andrew he could try to catch her like the dance scene in dirty dancing. MANY laughs were had over that. Andrew didnt drop Ali, so thats about as good as it could get!

Josh & McKenzie - Aberdeen Manor - Valparaiso, Indiana

Oh Josh & McKenzie… your day was one of my favorites this year. We all know how much I love the Sim’s family. They are a constant on my page. I was honored to capture another Sim’s family memory. <3

Josh and McKenzie, your day was PERFECT. The perfect September day.
I always love when the bride and bridesmaids pop a bottle (or two!) of champagne. The pictures are super fun and cute! McKenzie was super excited for this part! AND she got to feed the family cows <3

I could go on and on about their love and how happy I am for them. They are the sweetest. So I will just send you to the photos. The reason why you are here anyway!
Also, tell Trish what a beautiful house she has… :) She doesn’t hear it enough from me…

Karessa & Austin - The Red Barn Experience - LaPorte, Indiana

The forecast said it was going to rain all day during Karessa & Austin’s wedding day. It drizzled in the morning, then again in the afternoon, then quit! It was perfect! Perfect day for a perfect couple! I was looking forward to their wedding, because their engagement session was so fun and they were naturals in front of the camera.

We pulled them out for golden hour, we waited, and waited for the sun to pop under the clouds and it just took forever. SO we walked back to the dance floor, about to start their first dance, when Austin ran back and said “the sun came back out! We should go now!” - and boy. was it worth it…

Their day was filled with good luck rain, love, and beer. Best day ever!

The Importance of Golden Hour - On Your Wedding Day

AH! Your wedding day. Your timeline is packed, you have tons of portraits scheduled for the day. First look, family formals, bridal party, and of course getting ready shots! - But dont forget to add some time for golden hour portraits!

I always always always, will stress how important it is to leave at most, 15 minutes in your wedding day timeline for golden hour portraits. I know, your groom is over photos, he just wants to eat. You want to go mingle with people and maybe grab a drink. There will be TONS of time for that after the sun goes down.
I promise you, you want these photos.

What is golden hour? - Golden hour is my favorite time of day! About an hour before sunset, you can see the light casting a very beautiful golden light on you skin, thats what we photographers will look for! Which is why I only hold sessions (family, maternity, etc) about an hour before sunset because the light is so beautiful. I want the same thing for you on your wedding day!
I will say, my golden hour images from my own wedding, are all over my house. Those are my favorite images besides the ceremony images.

Here are some golden hour images from one of my favorite weddings this year. Karla & Francisco were GAME for golden hour images. - We spent over 30 minutes outside. The sun went behind the clouds and BAM right before we went back inside, the sun poked down underneath the clouds and put on a show for us. <3

2019 Fair Minis

Fair minis are a fun time around here. This was my second year offering fair minis at both Porter and Lake county fairs. I had a blast! I am still undecided if I will do these again next year.. but until then, I will post some of my favorites from each session!

Mackenna & Erik - Wedding - Downtown Valparaiso

OOOOH Mackenna & Erik.. You guys were so fun, bubbly, and happy on your wedding day (as anyone should be). But that is just how you guys are. I had been WAITING for your wedding day ever since your engagement session last year.. We had such a blast and I knew your wedding day was going to be amazing. You guys are such sweet, and unique people. Your wedding showed that. I hope to see you guys soon!! <3