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in a nutshell:

I am a documentarian at heart.  Observing the subtle beauty amidst everyday life, near and far, inspires me to no end.  I specialize in creating genuine portraits of childhood and families, and dream of documenting people and cultures around the world. 

I received a BA in photography from Columbia College Chicago in 2003, where I learned the traditional craft - in the darkroom.  My work has since been published in the Chicago Tribune, Chicago Parent Magazine, Los Angeles Times.com, Chicago Public Radio.com, and countless Chicago Children's Museum publications. 

I currently live and work in Grand Rapids, Michigan and travel regularly to Los Angeles, California (where my business began).  I live for yoga, hiking, weekend road trips, a good book, simplicity, and anything chocolate.  :)

 

Yearly Archives: 2008

happy holidays!

to say that 2008 was a joy is an understatement. i can’t even begin to express my gratitude to all of my new and returning clients for allowing me the opportunity to document so many very special family moments. wishing you joy and sweet memories this holiday season and always! :) please note: …

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December 23, 2008 - 1:29 pm The WordSmith from Nantucket - Merry Christmas, Teri!

a rockin’ holiday shoot..

if i gave an award for the most unique holiday session, this family would certainly win! for this musical family, this theme was perfect and so much fun to shoot! here are some of my favorites: i think we have some future rockstars and models on our hands.. …

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watching them grow..

..is what makes my work so special. i photographed these beautiful babies at 4 weeks, 4 months, and here they are at 7 months.. a few of my favorites from our most recent session: i have this problem with wrapping up a session quite often. …

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all smiles..

it’s been busy around here with plenty of 6-8 month old babies (my favorite!) i met this little guy and his parents last weekend and they were so much fun to photograph. he was all smiles, just cracking himself up, as you can see… thanks again for the opportunity to photograph …

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November 28, 2008 - 6:29 pm The WordSmith from Nantucket - Holy smokes! Look at the muscles on that baby! (Lower left picture).

December 11, 2008 - 10:45 am Anonymous - Yup, he's a strong one. Teri - thank you so much for capturing the spirit of our little guy! -S

January 16, 2011 - 11:43 am looking back and catching up.. » Teri Genovese Photography Blog - [...] this lovely family’s newest addition at 6 months old. I first photographed his big brother at 8 months and it was amazing to see how he’s much he’s grown in the last 2 [...]

here’s to change..

A few years ago, I met Barack Obama, twice… before there was even a whisper of him being President, before I knew his name. He came to my workplace at the time to speak (Chicago Children’s Museum), and I was sent to his, the Illinois Capitol, to take photographs. I have shaken his …

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December 1, 2008 - 11:03 pm Maeve - Teri! Your photography is incredible. You have an amazing eye and talent. I'm in awe... And now I'm totally jealous of you meeting Obama. But wow, I'm just floored by your amazing work. Keep it up and take care!

December 2, 2008 - 7:37 pm Teri - thank you maeve!

dream..

there’s something about 6 month old babies that i can’t get enough of. i think it’s how they show so much personality and innocence at the same time. there’s so much joy.. yet they are just starting to become independent in the tiniest of ways.i met this little guy on friday. walking into …

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November 3, 2008 - 2:00 pm Kate Elliott Photography - ok, my third time looking at these - can't get over how beautiful they are! Great work!!

6 1/2 months of joy..

i search for meaning and fulfillment in everything i do. when i teach, i naturally feel fulfilled by the tiniest of challenges overcome by the kids i work with. when i see their confidence soar, i feel so grateful and proud that i am a part of their excitement and growth.with photography, it happens in...

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October 14, 2008 - 12:53 pm Kate Elliott Photography - oh my gosh - these images are so timeless. Just beautiful!!

November 11, 2008 - 7:32 pm We Really Didn't Think This Through - these are the kinds of pics that moms cherish forever.

November 11, 2008 - 8:41 pm Teri - thank you kate and emilia! you guys are the sweetest! ;)

October 23, 2009 - 4:02 pm she gets me every time.. » Teri Genovese Photography Blog - [...] little one makes me smile ear to ear everytime i see her. this first image is from our photo session last year when she was just 6 1/2 months old. i was so happy to see miss della still had this incredible face [...]

January 16, 2011 - 12:34 pm looking back and catching up.. » Teri Genovese Photography Blog - [...] little girl filled me with energy and light when I needed it the most. I first photographed her at 6 ½ months and 1 ½ years old. I am so thankful for photography, as I now call her Mom a wonderful friend… [...]

so sweet..

it was so wonderful to photograph these two again.. not only because they melt my heart every time i see them, but it was amazing to realize how much more comfortable they were with me and my camera this time around. i had a great time and love so many of the moments we captured!they...

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