Highland Park, Illinois
Highland Park Family Photographer
About twenty-five minutes from Skokie. A $50 travel fee applies.
Tovy Photography photographs families, newborns and expecting parents in Highland Park, IL, in natural light at the lakefront, in the ravines and woods, or at home.
I am based in Skokie, about twenty-five minutes away, and a $50 travel fee applies to most Highland Park sessions.
Highland Park is the North Shore at its most dramatic. Rosewood Beach has a long boardwalk, dunes and a wide stretch of sand. The ravines and woods at Heller Nature Center and Millard Park feel like a forest, and Sunset Woods Park sits right in the middle of town with lawns and old trees for a classic golden hour session.
The Ravinia district and the blocks around Port Clinton Square give you brick, storefronts and a small-town downtown for families who want something other than a park.
For newborn sessions and quiet family mornings, I come to your Highland Park home. Bright family rooms and nurseries are all the space a newborn session needs, and staying home keeps the baby on schedule.
What makes family photos in Highland Park work
Rosewood Beach has a season and a permit process. The Park District of Highland Park manages the beach and has rules for professional photography. I confirm what is required for the date we choose.
Ravine trails are steep in places. Heller and Millard are beautiful, but the paths down to the water are not stroller friendly. For families with a newborn or a grandparent along, Sunset Woods is the easier choice.
The drive from Skokie is long enough to matter. Highland Park is past my 10-mile no-fee radius, so a $50 travel fee applies. I mention it up front because I would rather you know before you book.
Recent sessions nearby
Real families, real homes and parks in and around Highland Park.
Family session at Keay Nature Center in Wilmette
Wooded paths, soft light, and a family that let the kids lead the way.
In-home newborn session in Skokie
Baby Billie at home with her family, photographed by the window light in their own space.
Outdoor family session at the Skokie Public Library
A relaxed outdoor family session in the heart of Skokie, all natural light.
Photography sessions in Highland Park
Newborn Sessions
Gentle, in-home newborn photography for Highland Park families welcoming a new baby.
Family Sessions
Capture your family's real connection at Highland Park parks, in your backyard, or at home.
Maternity Sessions
Relaxed maternity photos at home or outdoors around Highland Park, with your partner and kids if you like.
Milestone Sessions
Birthdays, baby's first year, graduations and celebrations photographed in Highland Park or at home.
Engagement Sessions
Relaxed engagement sessions in Chicago parks, the lakefront, or a spot near Highland Park that means something to you.
Mini Sessions
A 30-minute session at a Highland Park park or at home. Perfect for holiday cards and yearly updates.
Bar and Bat Mitzvahs
Bar and Bat Mitzvahs, upsherins, brises and family celebrations in Highland Park and nearby.
Popular photo locations in Highland Park
- Rosewood Beach
- Heller Nature Center
- Sunset Woods Park
- Millard Park
- Ravinia district
Highland Park family photos, answered
How much does a family photographer in Highland Park cost?
My sessions start at $200 for a 30-minute mini session and go up to $500 for a 90-minute full session, plus a $50 travel fee for Highland Park because it is beyond 10 miles from Skokie. Every package includes edited images in a private online gallery with full print rights.
Do you photograph in-home sessions in Highland Park?
Yes. I come to your Highland Park home for newborn sessions and for family sessions whenever you would rather stay in your own space. I only need one or two spots with good window light. Your home does not need to be tidy or styled.
Where are the best places for family photos in Highland Park?
Rosewood Beach for the lake, boardwalk and dunes, Heller Nature Center and Millard Park for ravines and woods, Sunset Woods Park for a classic lawn and trees session, and the Ravinia district for a downtown feel.
What is the best time of day for outdoor family photos in Highland Park?
The last 60 to 90 minutes before sunset. The light is soft and warm, and it flatters everyone. For families with young kids I sometimes suggest the first hour after sunrise instead, when the parks are quiet and moods are fresh.
When should I book newborn photos?
Reach out during your third trimester, ideally around 30 to 34 weeks, so we can hold a tentative date. The best window for newborn photos is 5 to 14 days after birth, but older newborns photograph beautifully too.
How far in advance should I book?
Two to three weeks ahead works for most of the year. Fall sessions fill fastest, so for September and October dates I recommend booking in August. Holiday card sessions should be booked by early October.
What if my kids will not cooperate?
That is completely normal and it is planned for. I gently guide instead of posing, we take breaks when someone needs one, and the wiggly, silly, in-between moments are usually the photos families end up framing.
Ready to book your Highland Park session?
Tell me about your family and what kind of session feels right. I will suggest a time, a location and a package. Sessions start at $200.
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