SW. Photography

SW. Photography We show the beauty in each person in a positive way. Capture the essence of life and preserve moments for when they become only a memory.

We are Brian and Shaunna, a husband and wife wedding, family, and lifestyle photography team, based in Salem, IL. We love what we do, and together, we will capture and preserve your most cherished moments, telling the story of who and what you love, so that years later you can travel back in time and embrace those moments again and again.

🫧☀️ POP, PLAY & SPLASH INTO SUMMER! ☀️🫧ATTENTION MOMS & DADS! 📣If you’re looking for the PERFECT summer activity for you...
05/31/2026

🫧☀️ POP, PLAY & SPLASH INTO SUMMER! ☀️🫧

ATTENTION MOMS & DADS! 📣

If you’re looking for the PERFECT summer activity for your kiddos, THIS IS IT! 💙

✨ BUBBLE MINI SESSIONS ARE HERE! ✨

🫧 $85 for 10-15 minutes with 8-10 images 🫧
June 1st - June7th

Picture your little ones running, laughing, chasing bubbles, and having the time of their lives while I capture every giggle, smile, and magical moment!

These aren’t your typical photo sessions…
They’re a FUN experience your children will remember long after summer is over! 🫧💕

✔️ Tons of bubbles
✔️ Endless laughs
✔️ Genuine smiles
✔️ Sweet summer memories
✔️ Beautiful images you’ll treasure forever

Summer flies by in the blink of an eye. Before the pool days, vacations, and back-to-school shopping arrive, let’s freeze a little bit of this childhood magic together.

Spots will be LIMITED and these sessions are expected to fill quickly.

These are great for immediate family, children, and seniors!!

📸 Message SW Photography to reserve your Bubble Mini Session!

Who has a kiddo that would LOVE chasing bubbles all afternoon?

Brianna's 2026 Cap & Gown session was so much!! I loved it when they share with me the things they did as a child and no...
05/25/2026

Brianna's 2026 Cap & Gown session was so much!! I loved it when they share with me the things they did as a child and now as a young adult. Helping her incorporate something of much sentiment was an honor and fun!!!

Biscuit - Wicked
Baby - Graduate

Priceless!!!
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A BIG shout-out to Plus once again for letting us used their beautiful greenhouse to capture this special milestone!!

P.S. they still have gorgeous plants. If you're still needing some, hurry and go get yours before it's too late!!!🩷

What a gorgeous family!!! 🩷 Morris, today was absolutely perfect in every way. It was such a blessing getting to meet yo...
05/23/2026

What a gorgeous family!!! 🩷
Morris, today was absolutely perfect in every way. It was such a blessing getting to meet you and your sweet family and helping create and capture these precious memories together. I’m so incredibly happy you won the free session from Tierney Moore — what a fun and special morning it turned out to be!

The kiddos did such an amazing job, and I hope they loved celebrating with their “candy” and pizza afterwards! 🍕🍬 Their smiles, laughter, and sweet little personalities made this session so much fun and filled my heart with joy.

Thank you again for allowing me to be part of these moments you’ll cherish for years to come. 🩷🩷🩷

What a beautiful morning it was to help celebrate and capture the ribbon cutting for ! 💚💛It is always such an honor to b...
05/20/2026

What a beautiful morning it was to help celebrate and capture the ribbon cutting for ! 💚💛

It is always such an honor to be invited to preserve special milestones like this for our community. Seeing new beginnings, growth, and local businesses celebrated is something truly special, and I’m so thankful to have been a small part of it.

Moments like these remind me how important it is to capture not just photos, but memories that tell the story of our hometown and the people who make it so wonderful. Thank you for trusting me to document such an exciting day — wishing continued success and many blessings✨

Why does it always smell so good in there?!?!
Their sweet onion and teriyaki chicken is AMAZING!!! My Favorite!!

Illinois Chamber of Commerce

SLIP, SPLASH & MAKING MEMORIES 💦☔️As the rain finally started winding down, two of my kiddos were more than ready to thr...
05/18/2026

SLIP, SPLASH & MAKING MEMORIES 💦☔️

As the rain finally started winding down, two of my kiddos were more than ready to throw on their boots and head outside for some puddle-jumping fun! There’s just something about little and big feet splashing in puddles, laughter filling the air, and soaking up the simple joys of childhood. 🌧️💙

Sometimes the best memories are made in the middle of muddy shoes, wet clothes, and giggles that won’t stop. These are the moments worth capturing forever. 📸

Did your kiddos run outside to play in the rain too? I’d love to see your picture in the comment about their rainy day adventures! ☔️✨

And a friendly reminder:
If you come across water covering the road — turn around, don’t drown. Stay safe out there, friends! 🚗💦

To the Class of 2026 — congratulations on such an incredible milestone! 🎓✨What an honor it has been to capture so many o...
05/17/2026

To the Class of 2026 — congratulations on such an incredible milestone! 🎓✨

What an honor it has been to capture so many of your senior moments this year. From the laughter, excitement, and big dreams shining through each session, every one of you has a unique story and such a bright future ahead.

As you close one chapter and step into a brand-new one, know that so many exciting opportunities are waiting for you. Whether your next journey leads to college, a career, military service, or discovering where life takes you, we wish each of you nothing but happiness, success, and endless blessings.

To all the seniors and families: thank you for trusting me to preserve these special memories. These photos are more than just pictures — they’re moments frozen in time, reminders of how far you’ve come and all that still lies ahead. May you always chase your dreams, stay true to who you are, and never forget how loved and supported you are.

Congratulations, Class of 2026 — your story is just beginning, and the best is yet to come. 💛📸

🎰⛳ What happens in Vegas… showed up on the greens in Salem! ⛳🎰The 2026 Salem Illinois Chamber of Commerce VEGAS ON THE G...
05/16/2026

🎰⛳ What happens in Vegas… showed up on the greens in Salem! ⛳🎰

The 2026 Salem Illinois Chamber of Commerce VEGAS ON THE GREENS Golf Outing was one for the books! From the creative theme to all the laughs, friendly competition, and community coming together, this event was packed with energy from start to finish.

The Chamber did an incredible job planning and hosting their annual golf outing — every detail made it such a fun and unforgettable day. If you missed it this year, make sure you mark your calendar for next year, because this is one event you do not want to miss. Great people, great fun, and memories that will have everyone talking long after the last hole.

Here’s just a little sneak peek from all the excitement! I’m so thankful to the Salem Greater Chamber of Commerce for allowing me to be part of such a fantastic event and capture all the fun moments throughout the day.

✨ Bet on fun, swing for memories, and don’t miss your shot next year!

Country Club (Scc)
Rancherito of Salem, IL - Dinner
's Place -Lunch

05/16/2026

Check out Jaden Biegeleisen. She totally ROCKED her senior session!!
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05/15/2026

Graduating with her BACHELORS DEGREE!!! Hard work does pay off!! What a great example for her children!! 🩷🩷🩷

College Cap & Gown!!! 🎉It was a HUGE honor to help create, capture and celebrate this incredible moment for Katie Shelto...
05/15/2026

College Cap & Gown!!! 🎉

It was a HUGE honor to help create, capture and celebrate this incredible moment for Katie Shelton!!!
She is such an inspiration. A momma of (4) kiddos, works a full time job then went to back to school and graduating with her BACHELORS DEGREE!!! This girl is on fire for herself and her family!!!

Katie, as a friend, I am beyond proud of you! You're AMAZING!!!
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Salem, IL
62881

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Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
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