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A DOCUMENTARY-STYLE photographer for couples and families who value

AUTHENTIC, CANDID & TIMELESS
photographs to cherish for generations.

ILLINOIS + WISCONSIN WEDDING AND PORTRAIT PHOTOGRAPHER

Based in Fox Lake, Illinois - serving couples and families across McHenry and Lake Counties, Northern Illinois, Chicago, Lake Geneva, Southern Wisconsin, and Milwaukee since 2015

You need more than just a photographer! 

YOU DESERVE AN UNFORGETTABLE, TRULY MEANINGFUL,
EXPERIENCE, AND I AM HERE TO BE YOUR GUIDE.

Newlywed couple kissing during their wedding ceremony in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin

AUTHENTIC. CANDID. TIMELESS.

​I capture the real moments that make your story yours - the quiet, fleeting moments, the laughter you didn't plan, and the emotional, joy-filled chaos of your wedding day, your family and every season of life in between.

With a clean, natural editing style and a relaxed, supportive approach, I focus on preserving authentic connection in a way that feels true to life today and still meaningful decades from now.

Wedding and engagement photographer traveling to Iceland for a portrait session for a newlywed couple

Hey there, I'm Meg!

WEDDING & PORTRAIT PHOTOGRAPHER. TRAVEL GEEK. NETFLIX BINGER.
MAMA. WIFE. SNAKE LOVER.

I am a storyteller for those who want to remember what their love felt like in an exact moment in time; the joy, the laughter, the tears.

Whether it's your wedding day, an
engagement celebration, or a family session,
I'll guide you every step of the way.
No guesswork. Just beautiful, authentic images.

Tell me about your vision - I'll take care of the rest.

Authentic, Candid, and Timeless Photography for Every Season of Your Unique Story

FROM THE SURPRISE PROPOSAL AND ENGAGEMENT SESSION TO YOUR WEDDING DAY AND FAMILY MILESTONES, I DOCUMENT THE REAL MOMENTS THAT TELL YOUR STORY - PRESERVING THEM IN A WAY THAT CAN BE CHERISHED FOR GENERATIONS.

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Engagement Sessions

Engagement sessions designed to feel relaxed, natural, and fun.

I focus on capturing your authentic connection in a way that reflects who you are together, creating timeless images that feel effortless, create a new memory, and true to you.

 
Each session is guided with gentle posing direction, thoughtful location suggestions, and a curated gallery of professionally edited images.

Engagement sessions starting at $450.

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Wedding Photography

Wedding photography packages for couples getting married in Northern Illinois and Southern Wisconsin who want a calm, supportive wedding day.

My process is intentional and experience-led, allowing you to stay fully present while I guide you when needed and document every meaningful detail with care, artistry and purpose.

Each collection includes wedding day coverage, timeline guidance, location suggestions, and a curated gallery of authentic, candid and timeless images so your day feels seamless and your memories last a lifetime.


Wedding Photography Collections starting at $2,400.

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Family Portraits

Family photography centered around your bond, movement and personality.

My approach is relaxed and unposed, allowing your family to simply be yourselves while I capture honest, candid moments that reflect your beautiful family life as it is right now.

Each session includes a style guide for wardrobe guidance, location suggestions, and a curated gallery of professionally edited images. 


Family portraits starting at $450.

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I work with couples and families who value real connection, and want an encouraging photographer who helps them feel comfortable and confident, notices the details of every meaningful moment, and captures their story naturally as it unfolds.   

I am especially drawn to people who value photography deeply - who understand that after the day is over, photographs are what remain. The images hold the emotions, memories, and meaning of a once in a lifetime day, and can be revisited and cherished for generations.

Wedding & portrait photography for those who value meaning over perfection

FOR COUPLES AND FAMILIES WHO VALUE A SUPPORTIVE PHOTOGRAPHER TO DOCUMENT THEIR STORY WITH HONESTY, INTENTION, AND TIMELESS CARE.

Kind Words

"The family photos I received had such a WOW impact. I was so stunned and filled with tears of joy and pride at how perfectly each of my beautiful children was captured. This was truly a priceless gift that I will cherish forever."

"Meg was absolutely incredible, start to finish. My husband and I first met with her at a local cafe, and we clicked immediately - it felt like having coffee with a friend! Meg was extremely organized and systematic about everything, and was even more flexible when the wedding day arrived. She was so helpful in keeping me calm through the inevitable anxiety of the day."

"Meg is one of the sweetest people you'll ever meet, which makes her very easy to work with! She listened to all my ideas and put her own creative spin on them. We loved the photos so much we had them all printed and framed immediately!"

- ANN -
"Family Portrait Session"

- KRYSTYNA -
"Wedding Day"

- CADENCE -
"Engagement Session"

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Brilliant Bee Photography specializes in Wedding, Engagement and Family portrait photography in Fox Lake, Illinois

Wedding + portrait photographer based in Fox Lake, Illinois - serving McHenry and Lake Counties, Northern Illinois, Chicago, Lake Geneva, Southern Wisconsin, and Milwaukee since 2015.

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