Welcome

Thank you for visiting my blog! My name is Laurie Levitt, and I am a photographer located in Chicago's North Shore. At our studio we take a fresh perspective to portraiture and commerical work. Our images are unique, casual, contemporary and yet remain timeless. Our goal is to provide you with stunning art which enriches your life through reinforcing the beauty in your everyday.

Check back here to see our newest items, sneak peaks from our favorite sessions, learn about specials, and get to know us at Soben Studios.

Time for Tea!

Time for tea, and then a dance – we had a great time, a total blast. This little CUTIE is one of the smartest little girls I’ve had the honor of photographing – at the time of her session she was almost two … and knew every letter of the alphabet AND the sounds  the letters make! Can you believe that???  Not only is she very smart  – she is absolutely adorable. It was such a pleasure to photograph you again this year, little L. Can’t wait to see you when you are a big sister!!!

Couldn’t decide which images to preview … we had so many that I liked … so there is a large gallery below.

Lovely Little

This sweet pea is special for many reasons … but my favorite reason is her parents. She was born to two of the most generous, honest and kind people I know.  To top it off, she was probably the calmest newborn I’ve ever photographed! She never fussed, never cried … and posed repeatedly for me. We had a great session, and I LOVE the images – it was so hard to pick my faves to share. So excited to share them with you, blog readers. And it was a pleasure to meet you, little miss A. I can’t wait to watch you grow.

Mini Sessions!!!!

So happy to announce March Mini Sessions! This year we will be holding our first-ever Mother’s Day mini sessions! And, even more exciting…we will be offering some amazing packages which will include an assortment of photos, jewelry, albums, and a set of custom note pads by IMadeThis.
You’re probably thinking, How can we even think about Mother’s Day when it’s the dead of winter?!  Good question…
Mother Day is May 9th.  In order for you to be able to choose your images and have them delivered in time for the holiday, we actually will be holding mini sessions in March, prior to Spring Break, on Saturday, March 13 and Saturday, March 20th. Mini sessions will be held at our studio in Highwood, unless the weather is fabulous, in which case we will move outside!
Please review our flyer for more details on these special offers, and definitely don’t hesitate to contact us with any questions.

There are only a few spots left (we announced these to current clients before posting them on the blog) – so please book right away!

Friendly Faces

I’ve been blessed to photograph this family several times. Truly, it is a pleasure watching their family grow. This past session was a joyous one, as we photographed the newest addition to their clan! Such a gorgeous newborn — and her brother was a ton of fun, too. Thanks for welcoming me back into your home, WD family. It is like visiting old friends.

Proud big brother!

She is smiling at me! All of 5 days old and I get a grin …. I love my job.

Her feet remind me of a heart – they should as she is so surrounded by love.

And baby makes three…

I know! I am so bad about posting. I hope to make up for it with this post.

We had a great time working with these two – and I can’t wait to meet their newest addition! Both Mom to be and Dad to be were so down to earth, and refreshing. I know they will make great parents. Here are some of our favorites from the session…. Enjoy!

Head’s Up!

Laura and I both enjoyed the shoot we spent with this young man. He was so polite, and easy to work with. Thanks for coming into the studio on such a cold day, “B”! You were such a trooper – and I hope the homework didn’t get you down.

Hating what happened in Haiti… and want to help.

Certainly everyone feels for the people of Haiti. In an effort to help in ways that we can, a portion of all sales for the month of January will go to UNICEF (this includes sessions booked in January that will take place in future months). UNICEF has issued a statement that “Children are always the most vulnerable population in any natural disaster, and UNICEF is there for them”. If you are not planning on booking a session or holding your ordering session this month, please consider making a donation by visiting the following link:

http://www.unicefusa.org/haitiquake

Happy New Year!!

Happy New Year, everyone! I hope had a great end to 2009, and that your 2010 is off to a great start. We’ve got lots of fun and exciting things planned at the studio this year- I can’t wait to share some of it with all of you! Keep posted! In the meantime, check out this cutie who came in for a recent session. She is simply adorable. Can you believe those EYES?

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Happy Holidays!

Dear blog readers and Soben family -

Thank you so much for an amazing year. I am always so humbled, and honored, to be a part of your lives. Our clients feel like dear friends, and I cherish every opportunity to watch your children grow. May your holidays be full of fun, food, and family — and may your new year be blessed in every way.

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Friends from Afar

I consider it a huge compliment when clients come from out of state for a session with us. And when a client with four kids makes the trip, the compliment is even greater (as a mom of 4 myself, I know how challenging it can be to drive anywhere with all of the kids!). Thank you so much, M family, for coming to see us last week. I loved our session together, and I adore your family. It was so obvious to me how much you all love each other,and it was inspiring to watch the kids take care of each other. Have a fabulous Thanksgiving!

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