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Chicago dol photography baby in soft pink hanbok seated on the floor with a gentle, light-filled studio backdrop

If you grew up with a photograph of yourself in a hanbok — surrounded by rice cakes, jujubes, chestnuts, and the quiet hum of family gathered close — you already know how deeply that image stays with you. The dol, or 돌잔치, is one of the most meaningful milestones in Korean culture. A baby’s first […]

If you grew up with a photograph of yourself in a hanbok — surrounded by rice cakes, jujubes, chestnuts, and the quiet hum of family gathered close — you already know how deeply that image stays with you. The dol, or 돌잔치, is one of the most meaningful milestones in Korean culture. A baby’s first […]

Family sessions in Chicago

Dol Photography in Chicago — A timeless way to honor your baby’s first year

Chicago dol photography baby in soft pink hanbok seated on the floor with a gentle, light-filled studio backdrop

Over the past four years, I’ve photographed hundreds of newborns, both in homes and in the studio. If you’re wondering which type of session is the best fit for your little one, here are some tips and considerations to help you decide. 1. Think About Comfort Ask yourself: does the idea of staying home for […]

In Home Newborn Sessions

A Chicago Studio vs. In-Home Newborn Sessions: Which One Is Right for You?