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Heartfelt & Child-Led: My Essential Family Session Tips
Journal, Families Nikki Palcan 8/3/25 Journal, Families Nikki Palcan 8/3/25

Heartfelt & Child-Led: My Essential Family Session Tips

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Making Memories in SoCal: A Toddler-Friendly Anaheim & Newport Beach Guide
Journal Nikki Palcan 7/23/25 Journal Nikki Palcan 7/23/25

Making Memories in SoCal: A Toddler-Friendly Anaheim & Newport Beach Guide

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Our Trip to Waco: A Texas Treasure Hunt
Journal Nikki Palcan 2/5/25 Journal Nikki Palcan 2/5/25

Our Trip to Waco: A Texas Treasure Hunt

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How to Get Your Marriage License in Chicago
Journal Nikki Palcan 11/30/23 Journal Nikki Palcan 11/30/23

How to Get Your Marriage License in Chicago

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6 Ways to Prepare for Your Family Session in Chicago
Journal Nikki Palcan 11/16/23 Journal Nikki Palcan 11/16/23

6 Ways to Prepare for Your Family Session in Chicago

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Your Guide to Planning a Colorado Elopement
Journal Nikki Palcan 10/26/23 Journal Nikki Palcan 10/26/23

Your Guide to Planning a Colorado Elopement

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8 Iconic Locations in Chicago for Wedding Portraits
Journal Nikki Palcan 10/12/23 Journal Nikki Palcan 10/12/23

8 Iconic Locations in Chicago for Wedding Portraits

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10 Tips for Planning Your Chicago Engagement Session
Journal Nikki Palcan 9/28/23 Journal Nikki Palcan 9/28/23

10 Tips for Planning Your Chicago Engagement Session

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5 Tips for Planning Your Wedding Day Family Photo List
Journal Nikki Palcan 9/14/23 Journal Nikki Palcan 9/14/23

5 Tips for Planning Your Wedding Day Family Photo List

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5 Things To Keep In Mind When Creating Your Wedding Day Timeline
Journal Nikki Palcan 4/29/22 Journal Nikki Palcan 4/29/22

5 Things To Keep In Mind When Creating Your Wedding Day Timeline

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5 Things I Wish I Knew When I First Started My Photography Business
Journal Nikki Palcan 3/29/22 Journal Nikki Palcan 3/29/22

5 Things I Wish I Knew When I First Started My Photography Business

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Engagement Session Style Guide
Journal Nikki Palcan 3/10/22 Journal Nikki Palcan 3/10/22

Engagement Session Style Guide

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My top 5 favorite locations in Chicago
Journal Nikki Palcan 5/11/21 Journal Nikki Palcan 5/11/21

My top 5 favorite locations in Chicago

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First look vs. Keeping things Traditional vs. First Touch
Journal Nikki Palcan 3/23/21 Journal Nikki Palcan 3/23/21

First look vs. Keeping things Traditional vs. First Touch

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Our Road Trip to Colorado | 2020
Journal Nikki Palcan 3/9/21 Journal Nikki Palcan 3/9/21

Our Road Trip to Colorado | 2020

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5 Tips for Bringing your Dog to your Engagement Session
Journal Nikki Palcan 2/5/21 Journal Nikki Palcan 2/5/21

5 Tips for Bringing your Dog to your Engagement Session

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Our Ireland Adventure | 2019
Journal Nikki Palcan 4/15/20 Journal Nikki Palcan 4/15/20

Our Ireland Adventure | 2019

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Year in Review | 2018
Journal, Wedding Nikki Palcan 12/30/18 Journal, Wedding Nikki Palcan 12/30/18

Year in Review | 2018

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7 Tips for a STUNNING Engagement Session
Journal Nikki Palcan 11/14/18 Journal Nikki Palcan 11/14/18

7 Tips for a STUNNING Engagement Session

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Iceland | Our Honeymoon
Journal Nikki Palcan 11/2/18 Journal Nikki Palcan 11/2/18

Iceland | Our Honeymoon

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September 5th, 2025 — the Manzellas ✨

an unforgettable day for Dom + Taryn 🥂 the most beautiful Chicago celebration at the @loftluciagallery and it was jam packed with love from the people that mean the most to them 🥰  the vibes were immacul
summer time in Chicago is extra sweet with the love of your life next to you ☀️ our team photographer, Karley, photographed Sarah + Jonathan’s engagement session by the river and it was filled with so much happiness, warmth, and sunshine 🥰 5 m
7 years married with baby boy 2 coming soon and doing our best to keep up with the sweetest/funniest/most adorable/apple picking pro there ever was 🍎 I couldn’t imagine building a life, chasing big dreams, and raising babies with anyone else.
August 31st, 2025 — Mr. + Mrs. Lyons ✨

lost in a flower field, golden hour hitting just right, and walking straight out of their fairytale of a wedding day 🌻 so much joy and love for Stephanie and Sam (swipe to the last photo because it&rsquo
sweet, sweet summertime with the Corneliouses ☀️🍃

🏷️ #nikkikatephotography | #nikkikatefamilies | Chicago family photographer | #chicagofamilyphotographer | Milwaukee family photographer | #milwaukeefamilyphotographer | Family photographer
August 30th, 2025 — the Neerdaels ✨

cannot believe this day and these two are real 🤍 The entire day was at the gorgeous Pfister Hotel where they welcomed their loved ones. This place holds such a special meaning for their family, making it th
Shqipe and Connor’s wedding day had all their favorite things—and honestly, it was perfect. ✨ All their people came from everywhere to be there, plus their golden girl Stella looked absolutely adorable in her little floral wreath. 🐾 Stel
August 23rd, 2025 — a look into the day Taylor + Cole became the Ducklows ✨ their day was jam packed with the most meaningful details, teary eyed loved ones, and genuine joy 💐

Highlights of this insanely stunning day include Cole’s reac

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