Everyone considering Katie rose photography...DO IT. The session we had with her was flawless. We didn't know how it would go with our little autistic daughter but it fazed Katie 0.. nothing felt forced and she did an amazing job keeping our little girl smiling for all the pictures. thank you Katie rose photography for the pictures of our little family that we can now have forever. Everyone considering Katie rose photography...DO IT. The session we had with her was flawless. We didn't know how it would go with our little autistic daughter but it fazed Katie 0.. nothing felt forced and she did an amazing job keeping our little girl smiling for all the pictures. thank you Katie rose photography for the pictures of our little family that we can now have forever.

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I believe in the magic of authentic moments. While anyone can look at a camera and smile, the true beauty lies in capturing those connections between souls. I'm not here to make you pose like mannequins or pretend your family is something it's not. Nope. I'm here to capture the mess, the giggles, the inside jokes, and all those soul connections that make your heart explode with love.

Because let's be real, time is a thief. But we can steal it right back, one photograph at a time.

You want photographs that make you feel something

Because your moments deserve more than just documentation

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I’m a professional kid-wrangler (I homeschool my three tornadoes), devoted coffee dependent, and someone who literally needs daily sunlight to function properly. Yes, I'm basically a human houseplant.

I cry at EVERY wedding I photograph. Every. Single. One. I can't help it, love stories just wreck me in the best possible way. 

And as a fellow mom, I know the struggle. I know what it's like to bribe a toddler with goldfish crackers just to get that one decent family photo. That's probably why my favorite compliment is when parents tell me, "You're so good with them!" Because your babies become my babies for those few hours we spend together.

Northern Illinois Photographer, Chaos coordinator, coffee addict, memory keeper

Meet katie!

We started working with Katie Rose Photography in 2018 when my husband and I got married. Katie has photographed my wedding, my first born newborn pictures, and my second born newborn pictures as well as various mini sessions throughout the last 7 years. 

Katie has great communication and working with her is wonderful experience! Her passion for photography is felt through her galleries. She truly is a talented photographer and cares so much about her work and the experience of getting photographed! 

We love Katie and recommend her to everyone!

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I got married in October 2024, and I recently received my full wedding gallery. My husband and I were totally WOWED by Katie’s artistry. As we looked through the gallery, I was touched by the meaningful moments that I had forgotten and Katie captured them so well. I love, love the blend of color and sepia portraits that helps paint the picture of one of the biggest days of my life. I highly recommend Katie as she is a wonderful person who cares about her clients and wants to ensure that your “Special Day” will leave you with fond memories to cherish for years to come. I got married in October 2024, and I recently received my full wedding gallery. My husband and I were totally WOWED by Katie’s artistry. As we looked through the gallery, I was touched by the meaningful moments that I had forgotten and Katie captured them so well. I love, love the blend of color and sepia portraits that helps paint the picture of one of the biggest days of my life. I highly recommend Katie as she is a wonderful person who cares about her clients and wants to ensure that your “Special Day” will leave you with fond memories to cherish for years to come.

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SAME. That's exactly why I threw the traditional playbook out the window. Instead of making you stand like soldiers and say "cheese," I'm over here asking about your love story, encouraging tickle fights, and capturing all the real stuff that happens when you forget there's even a camera around.


are you Tired of photographers who make everything feel forced and awkward?

You know what I mean, not the Pinterest-perfect version, but the beautiful, slightly messy reality. The one where your toddler is giggling, your teenager is actually smiling (miracle!), and you can see the love radiating from every single face. That's the good stuff right there.


do you want photos that actually look like your family?

Listen, I've got twin 6-year-olds and a 4-year-old daughter. Trust me when I say I've SEEN IT ALL. Meltdowns? Bring 'em on. Diaper blowouts during our session? No problem. Kids who refuse to cooperate? That's literally Tuesday for me. I pack extra patience, endless fruit snacks, and zero judgment.


do you Need someone who won't judge the chaos?

This is supposed to be FUN, people! You're celebrating your love, your family, your beautiful life. I'm not here to bark orders at you, I'm here to hang out, chat about your favorite things, and happen to capture some of your favorite photos while we're at it.


do you Want to actually enjoy your session instead of stress about it?

wondering if we're meant to be?

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"We love Katie and recommend her to everyone!"

We started working with Katie Rose Photography in 2018 when my husband and I got married. Katie has photographed my wedding, my first born newborn pictures, and my second born newborn pictures as well as various mini sessions throughout the last 7 years. Katie has great communication and working with her is wonderful experience! Her passion for photography is felt through her galleries. She truly is a talented photographer and cares so much about her work and the experience of getting photographed! 

I literally have NOTHING but AMAZING things to say about working with Katie!

We keep coming back to her time and time again because she is just THAT GOOD! 🙌
Seriously - she's captured EVERYTHING for us: from my youngest daughter's fresh 48 session, milestone photos for my son, cake smashes, family portraits, and even my business branding shoots! She is MAGIC behind that camera! There were times I was convinced we'd get zero usable shots (hello, kids running EVERYWHERE) - but she ALWAYS delivers! Every. Single. Time.

Katie was gentle, safe, and clean while handling our newborn

We keep coming back to her time and time again because she is just THAT GOOD! 🙌
Katie was gentle, safe, and clean while handling our newborn - all things we were concerned with newborn photography. Katie couldn’t have been better! She is prompt with communication and gets the images back to you in a reasonable time. I will go back to Katie for future newborn pics!

Nothing compares to Katie with Katie Rose Photography! 

Katie has photographed so many important, special milestones in my life. She has photographed my husband and I when we first started dating, has photographed my sister’s wedding, taken my wedding photos, has photographed our newborn/fresh 48 photos, has taken family photos for us, and so much more! Katie is that photographer that you stick with and continue to keep inviting back into your life because she captures every moment so beautifully and makes every moment feel so special. 

We started working with Katie Rose Photography in 2018 when my husband and I got married. 

Katie has photographed my wedding, my first born newborn pictures, and my second born newborn pictures as well as various mini sessions throughout the last 7 years. 
Katie has great communication and working with her is wonderful experience! Her passion for photography is felt through her galleries. She truly is a talented photographer and cares so much about her work and the experience of getting photographed! We love Katie and recommend her to everyone!

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