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7 Best Small Business Baby Stores in Chicago

By Mariya Maximtsev - May 20, 2025

If you’re searching for the most charming and thoughtfully curated baby stores in Chicago, you’re in for a treat. Whether you’re a new parent, a doting relative, or simply looking for the perfect baby shower gift, Chicago offers a wide range of boutiques that blend style, quality, and heartfelt service. From eco-conscious essentials to whimsical…

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What to do with digital files after a portrait photography session?

By Mariya Maximtsev | January 13, 2024

You just had a family portrait session and you received or have chosen to buy the digital files, so what now? In this blog we’ll go overt some creative fun things to do with your digital photos and how to properly store digital files. Post & Update Social Media This answer is almost obvious isn’t…

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Family Portraits Chicago: Celebrating Your Unique Stories

By Mariya Maximtsev | December 19, 2023

Family photography is a little time capsule for families, a way for every member to be able to return to meaningful family moments. Our goal is to create a wonderful family portraits experience for everyone from mom and dad, to the grandparents, to the kids – whether they are energetic toddlers, pre-teens, teenagers, or young…

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Top 10 family things to do in Wicker Park

By Mariya Maximtsev | November 29, 2023

The opportunities for family things to do in Wicker Park are endless. It’s truly one of the best places to treat your family to fun outing of charming parks, quirky boutiques, and mouthwatering eateries! This guide will go over all the best places you need to know about if you have little kids, older kids,…

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Wicker Park Photographer | Indoor Family Session

By Mariya Maximtsev | November 27, 2023

Catch this little glimpse of a Wicker Park indoor family session. Photos by Mariyas Photography Hi and thank you for visiting my blog! A note about me, I am a Wicker Park photographer for families, women, and business owners. For families, I create custom art pieces that become treasured family heirlooms. This includes everything from…

6 Important Reasons to invest in photography prints after your family photos 

By Mariya Maximtsev | January 2, 2023

Important Reasons to invest in photography prints of your family 

Hiring a Professional Portrait Photographer – Top 5 Reasons Why You Should

By Mariya Maximtsev | August 16, 2022

When planning a portrait photoshoot or a special event, you might come across a thought: should I hire a professional portrait photographer instead? The answer is always yes, and there are hundreds of reasons why, but I have narrowed it down to the top 5 important ones you should consider! 1. Experience  Do you ever…