Business Details
Family & Newborn Photography in Shorewood, Illinois
At Whine & Cheese Photography, we specialize in capturing life's most precious moments through family, maternity, and newborn photography. Our studio in Shorewood, Illinois, offers creatively arranged set-ups for newborns, while outdoor sessions focus on spontaneous, emotive expressions. With a passion for storytelling, we work closely with clients to design personalized sessions using custom props, coordinated themes, and flowing gowns. Our services extend nationwide, accommodating in-home newborn sessions and destination maternity shoots. We prioritize inclusivity, welcoming all families regardless of gender, orientation, race, or ability. Our team combines artistic vision with technical expertise to deliver timeless images that celebrate growth, connection, and joy.Laura Egan, the founder, brings a hands-on approach, crafting many props herself and leveraging over a decade of experience in capturing fleeting milestones. We pride ourselves on creating a welcoming environment where clients feel comfortable and celebrated, whether in our studio, local forest preserves, or urban settings. Our commitment to quality extends to partnerships with preferred bakers for cake smashes and a client closet with continually updated maternity gowns. By focusing on authenticity and client collaboration, we ensure every session reflects the unique story of each family.
Services
Family Photography
Maternity Sessions
Newborn Photography
Milestone Sessions
Fresh 48 Sessions
Cake Smash Sessions
Themed Mini Sessions
In-Home Newborn Shoots
Destination Photography
Custom Prop Design
Highlights and features
- Personalized sessions with custom prop design and themed backdrops
- LGBTQIA+ inclusive photography with non-discriminatory policies
- Nationwide availability for maternity and newborn sessions
- Specialized newborn handling with safety as top priority
- Complimentary sibling inclusion and themed mini-sessions
Services
Newborn Photography
Specialized newborn sessions capture your baby's earliest days with safety and artistry. Our Shorewood studio offers extensive props, wraps, and setups while maintaining a warm, welcoming environment. We provide in-home options and hospital Fresh 48 sessions to document every precious moment during this fleeting stage of life.
Maternity Sessions
Document your pregnancy journey with customized maternity photography. Choose from flowing gowns in our client closet or bring your own vision to life through coordinated themes. Sessions take place in local forest preserves or public areas, celebrating growth and anticipation with artistic elegance.
Milestone Sessions
Track your child's development through milestone photography from three months to first birthdays. Our studio provides gender-neutral outfits and themed props while offering guidance for custom cake smash setups with partner bakers for celebratory first birthdays.
Family Photography
Create lasting family memories with sessions emphasizing genuine connections. We photograph in Shorewood's natural areas and urban settings within a 20-mile radius, capturing both posed and candid moments that reflect your family's unique personality and relationships.
Themed Mini Sessions
Celebrate special occasions with holiday-themed mini sessions featuring princess, superhero, and urban photography options. These shorter sessions focus on specific celebrations while maintaining our signature artistic quality and attention to detail in every captured moment.
People
Laura Egan
Owner/Photographer
Laura Egan is the creative force behind Whine & Cheese Photography, specializing in newborn and family portraiture. With over a decade of experience, she crafts custom props and designs personalized sessions while balancing homeschooling and family life.
Questions
What photography services do you offer?
We specialize in maternity, newborn, milestone, and family photography with custom-themed sessions available.
Do you travel for photo sessions?
Yes, we offer nationwide services including in-home newborn sessions and destination maternity shoots.
Are siblings included in family sessions?
Yes, siblings are always welcome at no additional charge during all session types.
Do you support LGBTQIA+ families?
Absolutely, we welcome all families without discrimination based on gender, orientation, or background.
What's included in the maternity package?
Maternity sessions include access to our client closet with monthly updated gowns and location options.
How long do milestone sessions last?
Average milestone sessions take 45 minutes with 10-15 edited images delivered in the final gallery.
