02/21/2026
From the Darkrooms of Chicago to the Heart of the Stateline 📸
Hi everyone! It’s been a while, so I wanted to re-introduce myself and the passion behind Element Photography.
Many of you know me as a mom, a fire fighter/EMT, a jiu jitsu coach, or perhaps through my work as a doula—but my journey with the camera started years ago in Chicago. I was lucky enough to be part of the prestigious Gallery 37 program, where I didn't just learn to click a button; I learned the art of the craft. I spent my high school years submerged in the magic of darkrooms, developing film by hand and learning how to truly "see" a story before the shutter even snaps. ✨
That foundation in traditional photography still drives what I do today. Whether I’m capturing the raw, powerful beauty of a new birth, the energy of a local football match, or a quiet family moment, I bring that same artistic eye and "Gallery 37" discipline to every session.
I'm officially opening up my calendar for 2026 bookings! I’m looking to help more local families capture their most important "elements"—the milestones, the chaos, and the love.♥️😁
I specialize in: Birth/Fresh 48, Youth Sports, Live events, head shots & Family Portraits.
Special Offer: To celebrate my "re-launch," I’m offering a 20% discount to the first 5 people who book a session through this post!👇👇👇👇👇👇👇
Drop a comment below or send me a DM to chat about your vision. I can’t wait to get back behind the lens for you. 📸♥️😁
With heart and soul,
Jennifer
Element Photography 📸
