Gottschalk Family - Beach Session

The first beach session of the year, did not disappoint. AT ALL.
I love this sweet family - it has been a year since I had seen them and I didnt realize how much I missed faces up until this point in quarantine… Matts face is nice and all but I missed other faces!

I just love EVERYTHING about this whole gallery. I could not even narrow down their gallery to less than 400 images, so I knew their blog would be huge as well!

Sarah, David & Barrett

I love this family. SO much! Sarah & David were a past wedding couple, and capturing their little mans milestones makes me feel more honored than anything!
This was such a fun session! Barrett gave me a run for my money in the smiling department. The sun was perfect, this family is just perfect. SO glad I get to continue seeing these guys. <3


Cooper - Lifestyle Newborn

Mr. Cooper… oh Cooper.
This was one of my favorite lifestyle newborn sessions… Little baby Cooper is this sweet fam’s rainbow baby. He is SO loved by his brothers and sister already. I am counting down the minutes until I can get this family in front of my camera again! <3

Hiscox Family - Greenhouse Mini

I blinked and these kids just grew up and are now almost adults…

Its always great to see this sweet family! This was one of my favorite mini sessions! These greenhouse minis were something I could see myself doing over and over again. I just loved them!

This was just a fun session.. I loved that the kids barley looked at me and just did their thing. It was amazing. <3

Castillo Family - Greenhouse Mini

OOOOOOOH the Castillo Family… I love them dearly. I have LOVED watching little Nina grow this past year..

Greenhouse Minis were a HUGE hit this year, and im SO going to be doing these again next year! I loved them!

I am just going to leave these here… cause squishy Nina is literally the cutest.

Ashley & Paul - Engagement

Ashley & Paul were set to be married in June, but their date got pushed back until August!. Which is fine, since we had more time to plan for their engagement session!
I havent stepped foot into Johnsons Farm Greenhouse in many years, but it hasn’t changed. Its still SO big and SO beautiful. The hanging baskets are my favorite for sure.
I loved getting to know these two and am anxiously awaiting their new wedding date in August! <3

Mothers Day Mini's - Added Day!

I had my first round of mothers day minis at Johnsons Farm Thursday & Friday!
I forgot how much I missed shooting and how much I love flowers and plants…

This was so fun! I want to open up another day of minis! Like 2-4 sessions in the next couple of weeks!
If you’re interested email loryn.eaton@yahoo.com

Reeb Family

The Reeb family is near and dear to my heart. I got to know Bridget and Tom at all of our mutual Sandy Pines weddings over the last couple of years. They. are. the sweetest!
Bridget and Tom were also our DJ’s for our wedding last May. Everyone had such a good time and complimented me for days on how awesome our DJ’s were! If I could relive that night over and over again I would. <3
I loved finally getting to meet their boys! They have such awesome personalities and they are just like their parents.

Welbourne Family - Beach Session

Beach sessions are. my. jam. - this was one of the last ones I had last year. The sunlight was the best I have ever seen. The water was super calm. it was just a great night. I am looking forward to getting back to the beach soon!

Smith Family - Maternity

Back in August… ? I think. I met this wonderful family! They. are. the. cutest! I mean look at those smiles!
I remember this night being SUPER hot, but the sun and the beautiful wildflowers were on POINT.
Coffee creek in Chesterton is my go to location this time of year. Can you blame me?

Baby Rory - Lifestyle Newborn

My longest ever friend had a baby a few months back, and im just now getting around to blogging about it!
This was the first lifestyle session I have done without natural light, and im digging the contrast and lighting!
Im sure this little nugget is getting bigger and bigger every day! <3

Lorissa & Ben - Maternity Session

I feel like this was the last session I had with the sun… I am already missing sessions and weddings SO much.
Lorissa & Ben are super close to having their sweet baby girl. I am hoping I get to meet her soon! <3

The sun in these images are a perfect reminder of possible sunset sessions to come. HOPEFULLY in the next month.
Back to this beautiful session. - I mean look at how these two… I cant wait to see them with their sweet girl.
The smoke bomb at the end of the session was the best. Amazing way to end it. <3

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!

Kim & Marc - Downtown, Chicago

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.

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.

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…