Rachel B. Blog

Earthy, Spooky, and Fun!

2011-10-27T19:08:00.000-07:00

I had so much fun with my decorations! Most of these things are in place year round, but I mixed in some new stuff for fall and Halloween. I know the deer skull may be a little frightening to some, but seriously aren't bones and skulls and antlers all the rage right now? :)
How are you guys decorating this year?

Tammy and Peter. Peoria Wedding Photography.

2011-08-06T11:31:00.001-07:00

A beautiful day and a beautiful couple. Thanks for letting me be part of your wedding!

Polaroid Road trips... Rachel B. Photographie Family Photography

2011-08-02T13:27:00.000-07:00

That lovely image is my girl Mazzy on our recent trip to Florida. I am now happy to offer my clients Polaroid road trips.

Hop over here to read more.

My Big Girls. Central Illinois Child Photographer

2011-06-30T13:27:00.001-07:00

Aren't they just lovely?

Summer Fun! Peoria Natural Light Child Photographer

2011-06-20T08:14:00.000-07:00

That's my boy Jack. It is rare that I get big smile like that from him when there is a camera over my face- so this one made my day!

A wedding...

2011-05-08T05:37:00.000-07:00

This wedding was so much fun! I absolutely loved the setting.

Finally Spring

2011-05-08T05:08:00.000-07:00

Finally I can get outside and take awesome photos of my babies!

Fingernails...

2011-01-02T12:46:00.001-08:00

At my daughter's request, I applied these nails for her. I am having serious mixed emotions about my 8 year old wearing these. She swears that all the other girls wear them in school. Is this normal?? My 11 year old chews her nails off, so that isn't an issue. I mean, they look pretty- I guess- but she's 8!!! Any thoughts??

The Taylor- Hoerr Wedding

2010-09-10T08:31:00.000-07:00

I had such a wonderful time photographing this wedding! Everyone was so happy and easy to get along with. Thank you for letting me be a part of your amazing day!

Finley is Five.

2010-08-11T09:23:00.000-07:00

My little girl turned five yesterday. I absolutely love this Polaroid of her.

Mackenzie: Rachel B. Photographie Natural Light Child Photographer

2010-08-06T13:59:00.000-07:00

That lovely little three year old is my second cousin. But her mother is more like my sister, so I am known as Aunt Rachel.

Rachel B. Photographie: Weddings

2010-06-22T10:01:00.000-07:00

I love this image! This is from a wedding I did back in May. The lovely bride is also my sister in law. But we're more like regular sisters if you ask me. The wedding day was so gorgeous- I thought for sure it would rain- but it didn't.
How is everyone's summer going?

I think summer is here! Rachel B. Photographie

2010-05-25T08:15:00.000-07:00

A couple of days with 90+ degrees weather, and I think it's safe to say that swimming suit season is upon us. My kids have been running the sprinkler nonstop for 2 days. : ) Everyone else enjoying the warmth?

Email Troubles...

2010-04-20T06:18:00.000-07:00

It seems that for the past 6 weeks or so, my email has been malfunctioning. So, if you have recently sent me an email, then please send it again! Or give me a call! We can get together and have a cup of tea.
I hope everyone is enjoying their day.

2010-03-22T07:58:00.000-07:00

I've been away far too long!! The new year has been so busy... seriously, four children can wear a girl out!!
I was lucky enough to have a little getaway, I went to Colorado. This is one of my favorite pics- but wow- I took sooo many!! I have a bunch of polaroids that I would like to share later on. I hope everyone is doing well- and enjoying the first days of spring!

A wish for the New Year from Rachel B. Photographie

2010-01-08T07:22:00.001-08:00

A wish to you all for the New Year! Thanks for visiting my little blog!

Rachel B. Photographie : Birthday Boy

2009-12-07T22:04:00.000-08:00

I haven't been on this blog for quite a while!! Here is a photograph of my son on his 2nd birthday.
Such a cutie!
I may be sporadic at best- I'm trying to decide if I should blend this blog with another blog I have.
I'll update on that soon.

Rachel B. Photographie: Children's Portraits: Black and White

2009-10-21T14:51:00.000-07:00

A little peek of the session with my niece, nephew, and two GREAT nephews! Shouldn't I be crocheting doilies or something? Isn't that what great aunts do?

Bennet is such a sweetie! Look at all that hair!

Rachel B. Photographie: Children's Portraits: Chilly October Day

2009-10-11T15:06:00.001-07:00

I had a really fun and chilly shoot with these two cuties. They did a great job!

Rachel B. Photographie: Family Portraits: Cousins

2009-10-09T18:03:00.000-07:00

I had such a great time on this shoot!

Rachel B. Photographie: Children's Portraits: Two Little Guys

2009-09-21T13:35:00.000-07:00

These guys were so sweet! I can't wait until their mom sees these!

Rachel B. Photographie: Children's Portraits: Black and White

2009-09-21T06:56:00.001-07:00

I had the best time with this family on Sunday. Here is a little sneak peek! More to come!

New baby nephew

2009-09-13T14:48:00.001-07:00

Less than one day old, my great-nephew. He's so little and sweet. I love new babies!

Rachel B. Photographie: Children's Portraits: Finley in August

2009-09-02T10:59:00.001-07:00

Finley is four years old. She is spirited, independent, stubborn and full of mischief. We love her in spite of those things.

Mazzy

2009-08-17T13:51:00.000-07:00

Mazzy is my artsy girl. She is 7 years old and so cool. Moody, yes, but super creative and sweet.

My baby girl- growing up.

2009-08-13T21:43:00.001-07:00

This girl was my first baby. She will be 10 years old in 7 days. The time has flown by. You blink and you miss it. She is so sweet, kind, helpful and lovely. I look at those eyes and I still see my little baby girl looking back at me. I can still feel her in my arms as I rocked her to sleep every night, as I sang to her and rubbed her hair. Motherhood is bittersweet and magical.

Rachel B. Photographie: More Maternity...

2009-08-01T13:36:00.000-07:00

Here are some more images from my maternity session a week ago.

Rachel B. Photographie: She's still three: Peoria Children's Photographer

2009-07-29T07:28:00.000-07:00

She's still three. I follow her around in the back yard with a camera and sometimes she humors me and I get a good image. In August she'll be four. Maybe her opinion about being photographed will change?

Rachel B. Photographie: Expecting!

2009-07-25T19:35:00.000-07:00

This was a fun session, walking around the town square scouting out little spots... it doesn't hurt to have such a beautiful subject either!

Rachel B. Photographie: Alice in Wonderland. Chicago Wedding Photographer

2009-07-17T07:59:00.000-07:00

I shot a fabulous wedding outside of Wrigley Field last weekend. The couple was awesome. More photos to come!

Bright!

2009-05-26T11:25:00.001-07:00

I had to post another one- my girl is so sweet- she hasn't yet learned to "fake" a smile. I'm taking advantage of this time- soon she'll be cheesing it up just like my older girls do!

Yay for warm weather!

2009-05-26T11:17:00.000-07:00

I am so pleased that we are getting warm weather now almost every day. Illinois can be funny about weather in the late May early June time frame. I swear a few years ago it snowed in June. But anyway, I'm enjoying these warm days outside with my kids... and my camera.

Awesome recycled tunic!

2009-04-13T14:11:00.000-07:00

Golden

2009-03-13T18:21:00.000-07:00

Learning...

2009-03-09T20:21:00.000-07:00

Lovely Black and White

2009-03-06T08:44:00.000-08:00

Tiny Shoes...

2009-03-05T05:31:00.000-08:00

Happy Baby in Black and White

2009-02-21T19:16:00.000-08:00

Summer Flowers and Curls...

2009-02-21T19:05:00.000-08:00

Sleepy Guy

2009-02-21T19:02:00.000-08:00

An oldie, but goodie

2009-02-21T18:37:00.000-08:00

I was looking at photos from late summer of last year. I love this one.

Her hand...

2009-02-18T19:59:00.000-08:00

A lovely red daisy ttv

2009-02-15T19:00:00.000-08:00

Valentine's Day at my house...

2009-02-15T18:50:00.000-08:00

Details..

2009-02-15T18:47:00.000-08:00

Hi there!

Rachel B. Photographie is me- Rachel Ballard.

I shoot weddings (and engagements), seniors, lifestyle portraits, mommies to be, kids, babies... and whatever else you can dream up. I work on locaton only- no studio here.

I love natural light, bright backgrounds, vintage polaroids, texture, 80's music, (almost) all things french, fun people and good times.

Send me a note using the contact form if you have questions or have an idea you want to run by me. I'm always excited to try new projects!

Feel free to give me a buzz at 309-202-7021, or email me at rachel@rachelbphotographie.com

2009-02-12T20:55:00.000-08:00

Pricing...

2009-01-01T18:55:00.000-08:00

Portraits:
150$ session fee
that includes my time and talent;
a list of print prices is available upon request.

Weddings:
Packages start at 2000$
we can work together to customize a package to fit your needs.