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Martina Newport
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My goal is to be there for you from the moment you contact me to the time your images are printed and hung on the wall. I strive to provide you with the best experience every time. My blog is part of that experience. Here you will find helpful information and lots of tips for making the most of your session.
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You thought there would be more time. Not forever. Just more. More time before the first day of kindergarten. More time before they stopped asking you to tie their shoes. More time before bedtime stories became independent reading. More time before they rolled their eyes when you reached for their hand in public. You knew […]
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You thought there would be more time. Not forever. Just more. More time before the first day of kindergarten. More time before they stopped asking you to tie their shoes. More time before bedtime stories became independent reading. More time before they rolled their eyes when you reached for their hand in public. You knew […]
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Every new school year marks another beautiful season of childhood. Discover why back-to-school photos are about more than first-day outfits—they’re about preserving the little moments you’ll treasure for years to come.
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Gather around the fire, roast marshmallows, tell stories, and create memories that last a lifetime. Campfire Sessions in Bloomington-Normal, Illinois are designed to capture genuine family connection, laughter, and the magic of childhood.
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Looking for a simple summer tradition your family will remember for years? Discover local Bloomington-Normal ice cream favorites, an easy homemade ice cream recipe, and ideas for creating lasting childhood memories.
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A meditation on the invisible milestones of childhood — the lasts nobody warns you about, and why the ordinary days are worth being present for.
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Some of the most meaningful childhood memories happen right outside your door. Discover why backyard family photography sessions preserve the ordinary moments families treasure most.
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From lemonade stands to backyard campouts — a warm guide to keeping kids entertained at home this summer without a plan, a budget, or leaving your yard.
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Summer with kids doesn’t need to be optimized — it needs to be lived. A warm, honest guide to navigating summer break without the pressure to do it perfectly.
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A real, local guide to summer activities for families in Bloomington-Normal Illinois — splash pads, trails, the zoo, pottery, Shakespeare, day trips and more.
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A Sweet Winnie the Pooh First Birthday Session – No Cake Smash Needed! Some moments in childhood are so special that they deserve to be captured in a way that feels just as magical as they are. Recently, I had the joy of photographing a beautiful first birthday session for an adorable little girl, and […]
