Authentic,

Joyful,

Timeless.

Choosing a photographer to trust with capturing your biggest moments is not something you should take lightly, and when you choose me, it isn't something I take lightly!


When you book with me, you'll walk away from our time together feeling at ease knowing that your precious memories were captured in a way that was authentic to who you and your people are, an experience filled with joy, and memories you can look at for years to come.


Read below to learn more about what your experience with SMP will look like

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Kind words from my clients

Sydnie was absolutely amazing! She was our photographer for our wedding on October 17, 2025, and she did an incredible job. My husband Steven and I loved working with her! She made sure we were taken care of the entire day, always checking in to see if we needed anything. You could tell she was fully present and genuinely cared about capturing every special moment.

Our engagement photos were beautiful too, she delivered them so quickly, and they turned out stunning! I can’t wait to work with Sydnie again in the future. She’s truly genuine, thoughtful, and goes above and beyond for her clients. We’ll definitely be coming back to her for all of our future photography needs!


Samantha & Steven

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From my clients!

We LOVE working with Sydnie! I originally found her on Instagram and we booked a mini Mother’s Day session while I was pregnant, and ended up booking maternity, newborn and now another mini session for Christmas with her. I look forward to having her capture our family’s memories for as long as we live in Chicagoland! She’s not only talented but so kind, thoughtful and easy to work with. She makes you feel comfortable and the photos are always so gorgeous. Can’t recommend her enough!



The Huddleston family

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What my clients are saying about me

Absolutely amazing photographer. We have done two sessions with her, including capturing our proposal and she hit it OUT OF THE PARK! We will definitely be hiring her for our wedding, when the time comes. I would proudly rate her 100,000,000/5 stars if it was possible!


Tyler & Maile

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Packages I offer

Tailored experiences for every occasion

Families

Portraits

Weddings

Couples



Chicago south suburbs born and raised, I have a love for both the city and the architecture that goes with it, and the nature you can find in the suburbs! I'm up for a beach walk to capture your engagement photos, a trip to a forest preserve for family portraits, or coming to your home for newborns. Let's talk about your adventure!

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