DYOE Studio

DYOE Studio Hi! I'm Devina, a Chicago-based photographer for modern families and colorful small businesses.

I photograph newborns, cake smashes and candid and vibrant family portraits.

Newborn sessions are more than just about your baby’s portraits, it’s about highlighting the relationships and love surr...
05/12/2026

Newborn sessions are more than just about your baby’s portraits, it’s about highlighting the relationships and love surrounding them. 🤍

As an in-home newborn photographer with a lifestyle approach in Chicago, I love catching the little gentle ways love shows up in your newborn session.

The way mom looks at baby like they’re finally here, the way dad counts every tiny toe (my husband did this with our babies too!), the little-big siblings coming in cautiously then squeezes them a little too tightly, and of course the curious licks from your (often first) fur baby just trying to join in on the moment. 🐾

Not perfectly swaddled, not entirely posed, just gently guided with a little wiggle room to feel relaxed, calm and connected to your newest family member. 

The sweetest part of being a lifestyle newborn photographer is that we get to preserve not only what your baby looked like, but how deeply they were loved from the very beginning. 🥰

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Spring in Chicago is starting to do her thing—the blooms at Ping Tom Memorial Park were just starting to peek through du...
04/08/2026

Spring in Chicago is starting to do her thing—the blooms at Ping Tom Memorial Park were just starting to peek through during this relaxed 20-minute family session last year 🤍

Short spring sessions like this are super easy—mix of classic portraits and candid moments, a few playful giggles, a little cuddling in. Nothing awkward, nothing forced.

If you’ve been thinking about updated spring family photos in Chicago, this is a good time 🌸

Message me if you want details about best times to book for the best blooms, photography packages, and convenient blooming locations near you!

A moment for the florals, bride, makeup & gown, photographed at the dreamy  😍 Photographed by .studio Lovebirds  Florals...
08/08/2025

A moment for the florals, bride, makeup & gown, photographed at the dreamy 😍

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Almost forgot this was the whole point 🥰✨Weave your traditions into your legacy.✨Wear that saree. Bring your hanbok, you...
06/22/2025

Almost forgot this was the whole point 🥰

✨Weave your traditions into your legacy.✨

Wear that saree. Bring your hanbok, your kebaya, your barong, your rebozo, your gele, your kimono, your ao dai, your qipao, your huipil, your embroidery, your headdress, your heirloom gold. 💛

Family photos can be more than just pretty. Wrap your heritage into your family story to turn your precious milestone into a family heirloom. 💫

Thank you for trusting me with your vision! It was an honor to capture it for you! 🫶🏼

📸 Planning your own maternity session? Let’s make it personal — DM me for ideas!

👉🏼What would you bring to tell your story?

🌱🪻 When the weather says no, but the plants say come on in — just lush greens, cozy corners, and an early warm spring fo...
04/12/2025

🌱🪻 When the weather says no, but the plants say come on in — just lush greens, cozy corners, and an early warm spring for you foliage lovers. We all can’t get too much of . 🌿

🌧️ Rainy days don’t have to stop the fun—message me for a list of kid-friendly indoor spots for your next session! 🔆

🌸 Pink trees, dandelions, and a big ol’ bow—this session had all the spring vibes.💐The perfect gift for moms, grandmas, ...
04/11/2025

🌸 Pink trees, dandelions, and a big ol’ bow—this session had all the spring vibes.
💐The perfect gift for moms, grandmas, and mamas-to-be (and yes, dads—you can join in too!).

🔆 Now booking spring sessions in time for Mother’s Day! You choose your location (i’ll share all the perfectly scenic spots), and we’ll fit all the colors and cuteness into your 30-minute session.

🔆Message me for Spring Sessions availability! 🫶🏼

City scapes, fall leaves, and cheeky smiles! 🍂✨ With a few playful prompts and a little posing magic, these fall minis b...
10/25/2024

City scapes, fall leaves, and cheeky smiles! 🍂✨ With a few playful prompts and a little posing magic, these fall minis bring out all the joy and love—no awkward moments here! Just big laughs and big hugs for this fall family session at the Lurie Garden.

🍁 Secure your spot in the last few remaining slots in my City Fall Minis! Message me for a special discount for returning clients, educators & first responders!

Book me for your baby’s smash cake and if your baby reacts this way at her smash cake, I will refund your whole session ...
09/12/2024

Book me for your baby’s smash cake and if your baby reacts this way at her smash cake, I will refund your whole session and gift it for free. I DARE YOU (and your baby)! ☺️ Super serious, message me if you’re up for the challenge!

This is love, this is alignment, this is everything I want all the lovers I capture to look and feel. When the couple, t...
06/06/2024

This is love, this is alignment, this is everything I want all the lovers I capture to look and feel. When the couple, the location, the lighting and the vision lines up perfectly, you get to create work that you will never stop loving. 🫶🏼🌿

I’m so thankful chose to propose to and we get to revisit this sanctuary to do their engagement session. Just sharing these snaps before I share sneak peeks of their wedding! 👀✨

When it’s summer time, but you share a session that feels like spring foliage, but actually photographed in the fall. Th...
06/05/2024

When it’s summer time, but you share a session that feels like spring foliage, but actually photographed in the fall.

This was the session that led me back to photographing more couples. I’ve been photographing so many babies and families these last couple of years, I forgot how slow and intentional photographing couples can be. While I love playing around with tots and kids and capturing the unpredictable joys in between prompts, I love that photographing lovers allows me to be more directive and creative with my vision.

Thank you and Kendall for trusting me with your engagement and all your other photography sessions!

Kathryn is co-owner of the colorful stitching boutique , which i’ve had the honor of being their branding photographer since 2022! Check out their colorful storefront if you’re in the Lincoln Park neighborhood!

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Chicago, IL
60605

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Tuesday 9am - 2pm
Wednesday 9am - 2pm
Thursday 9am - 2pm
Saturday 8am - 1pm

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