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B. mariephotography217

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B. mariephotography217

Central Illinois based Senior and couples photographer

06/15/2026

Dreaming of a wedding with a view? Same. 😍

I LOVE traveling for weddings — especially if it means capturing your big day somewhere with beautiful scenery. The best part? For many in-state locations, I don’t charge a travel fee as long as no overnight stay is required. Because I believe every couple deserves incredible photos in a place that feels like them.

Even better? I have a bucket list of locations I’ll travel to for free — think: National Parks, Ireland, Hawaii, Italy, Greece… yes, really! 🌍

If you’re planning a wedding somewhere stunning, let’s chat. Drop your location in the comments and I’ll let you know if it qualifies for free travel!

Because you deserve someone just as excited about your backdrop as you are 💍✨

06/14/2026

Celebrating a huge milestone for Hailey! ✨

We recently captured professional headshots and branding photos at The Ember Room in Champaign, IL to celebrate her graduation from cosmetology school and the start of her career as a hairstylist.

If you're a hairstylist, beauty professional, or small business owner, a branding session is one of the best ways to showcase your personality, build trust, and create content for your website and social media.

See more from Hailey's branding session on the blog! 💕

06/13/2026

What’s actually included in your session fee? 👇

Spoiler: It’s way more than just showing up with a camera 💛

Here’s what you get when you book with me:

✨ Pre-session planning support
I’ll help you with outfit choices, location ideas, makeup tips, and calming those last-minute nerves. You're never in it alone.

✨ Professional editing
Every image in your gallery is hand-edited to reflect my signature style — plus I include light retouching and accommodate special editing requests (within reason!).

✨ Print release + full gallery download

You get full access to your gallery — download and save all your photos, and print wherever you'd like (or use my built-in print shop for convenience and quality!).
The experience is designed to be fun, stress-free, and to leave you with images you’re obsessed with. 🫶

DM me if you’re ready to book or have questions!

06/12/2026

“Warning: We’re so awkward in photos!”

— Every couple, ever 😅

Here’s the truth: you’re not awkward — you’re just not used to having a camera on you while being yourselves. And that’s exactly what I’m here for.

✨ As long as you show up as you and trust the process, your photos will reflect the connection, joy, and love you already share. You don’t need to know how to pose or what to do with your hands (I’ve got you for that!). You just need to lean into each other and let the moments unfold.

By the end of our time together, you'll forget you're even being photographed — and walk away with a gallery that feels like you.

Still worried about feeling awkward? Just wait until you see your sneak peeks. 💛

06/11/2026

“Oh my gosh, these are absolutely stunning. I started crying lol. You have such a gift! These are exactly what I wanted and I cannot wait to see more!! Ahhhh!!!”

Cue my happy tears 🥹💛

There’s nothing better than delivering photos that feel exactly right—the joy, the emotion, the memories. That’s always the goal.

If you’ve been dreaming of photos that capture the real you, I’d love to make that happen.

✨ Let’s chat about your session — link’s in bio or DM me anytime!

06/10/2026

Whether it’s your mom, dad, bestie, or someone else special — I love snapping a quick photo or two with the support person you brought to your senior session. This moment isn’t just about pretty pictures… it’s about celebrating who helped get you here. 🥹✨

They cheered you on, helped carry outfit changes, fixed flyaways, and kept you laughing — and I think that deserves to be remembered. So at the end of your session, we’ll grab a few quick shots with them too!

And moms — hop in that photo no matter how you think you look! I promise you’ll want to remember this moment. You’ve been there through it all, and this is part of your story too. 💛

Because this season is about you — but it’s also about the ones who’ve had your back the whole way.

06/09/2026

“I. am. literally. bawling. 😭
I LOVE THESE PICS...
YOU ARE AMAZING!!!
THANK YOU so very much!!!!!!!”

If you’ve ever wondered what it feels like to get your gallery back — it’s this.
This kind of reaction is exactly why I do what I do. 💛

I’m not just here to take pretty photos — I’m here to create images that move you, that feel like you, and that remind you of just how special this season of life is.
Ready for a gallery that makes you cry happy tears too? 🥹✨

Let’s get you on the calendar!

06/08/2026

I’m sure as we are at your session that you would be curious to peak at the screen on my camera - and I totally understand the excitement and nerves. But during your session, I don’t show photos from the back of my camera… and here’s why:

➡️ Photos straight out of the camera are only halfway there. The lighting, colors, and skin tones don’t look like the final product you’re used to seeing in my galleries.
➡️ We’re all our own worst critic. Seeing an unedited image in the moment might make you second-guess yourself — and I never want that to affect your confidence!
➡️ I want the first time you see your images to be a true “WOW” moment — once they’ve been brought up to the standard you expect from me.

That’s also why I send sneak peeks within 48 hours — because I know the anticipation is real and I want you to feel excited, not anxious, while you wait!

You’ve got this — trust the process and trust me to show you your best. 💛

06/07/2026

“Who’s showing up on our wedding day?”

Short answer: ME. Always.

When you book with me, you're not just hiring a photographer — you're hiring me, Brittney. I only book one wedding per day, so my full attention, energy, and heart are completely focused on your big day.

Yes, I may bring a second shooter or assistant to help me capture every beautiful angle and moment…

But the one leading the day?

The one who’s been in touch with you, learning what matters most, and prepping every detail?

That’s me — and it always will be.

Because when you trust me with your wedding day, I take that responsibility seriously. And I’ll be right there with you, from getting ready until the dance floor is packed, making sure your memories are captured just how you imagined.

06/06/2026

Breakout Before Your Session? Don’t Panic! 💥🧼

We’ve all been there — your session is coming up and a surprise breakout decides to make an appearance. First things first: breathe. This is totally normal and nothing to stress about.

✨ Pimple patches can help calm any spots down before your session — they’re a great quick fix!

📸 And if a blemish is still hanging around? I’ve got you! Any unusual flare-ups can be edited out during the retouching process.

The key? Communication. Just let me know what you'd like touched up, and I’ll make sure you feel confident and radiant in your final gallery.

You don’t need perfect skin for perfect photos — just show up as yourself, and I’ll take care of the rest 💛

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Paxton, IL

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 6pm
Tuesday	8am - 6pm
Wednesday	8am - 6pm
Thursday	8am - 6pm
Friday	8am - 6pm
Saturday	8am - 6pm

Website

https://bmariephotography217.mypixieset.com/

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