A heart story. | Laney | Part one | A different take on a Fresh 48 | Hershey, PA | Jennifer Illig Photography

A heart story. | Laney | Part one | A different take on a Fresh 48 | Hershey, PA | Jennifer Illig Photography

I haven’t gone back to these images in awhile. They are for real HARD to look at. That nauseous feeling that resided in the bottom of my gut for days, which turned into weeks, returns. Not because I can’t handle it. Surgery was my jam. For a lot years. But not surgery like this - on a tiny hearts. It was the feeling of being scared to death and completely helpless.

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Introducing LEGACY SESSIONS featuring the Dumm Family | Jennifer Illig Photography | New Germany, PA

Introducing LEGACY SESSIONS featuring the Dumm Family | Jennifer Illig Photography | New Germany, PA

'Legacy sessions hold SO many stories. So much history. It’s a beautiful gift that can be loved and cherished by many generations to follow.'

In this post, State College photographer Jennifer Illig explains the importance of capturing our older generation and why taking these photos at home is so very special. 

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Charlie + Cassidy | Engagement Session | Bald Eagle State Park- Howard, PA

Charlie + Cassidy | Engagement Session | Bald Eagle State Park- Howard, PA

I'm really hoping to hop back on the blogging train for 2018! I'm starting off with one of my all-time favorite couples.  Cassidy knew she was in love with Charlie when she was just 14 years old! Their love story and the way they finally ended up together gave me chills! As soon as I met them I could instantly tell they are one of those super laid back, up for anything, COMPLETELY head over heels in love couples.  Their love shows in every single one of their images. 

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