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  • Welcome!

    Thank you for visiting my new blog site. Web site...Blog site, what's the difference? Well, think of the website as a portfolio and the blog as a living, breathing, visual conversation about the latest works from Roeckell Photography.

    I am a photographer, located in Barrington, Illinois, specializing in contemporary lifestyle and portrait photography of children, babies, newborns, maternity and families. I am also available for commercial work and travel. Much of my work is done on location utilizing the beautiful hues of natural light, however I do have a large studio in my home.

    I believe the secret to amazing photos that speak to your heart is allowing the children to be at ease. I let them be themselves in a fun environment were they are free to run, play, snuggle and once in a while stop to pose. My goal is that the images you receive will reveal the true spirit that makes your loved ones unique.

    Sit back, relax and enjoy scrolling through the images. Leave a comment! I enjoy seeing what you have to say. Feel free to send me an email or visit me on facebook if you have any questions.

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Oh Baby~ West Chicago, North Shore and Barrington Newborn Photographer

September 20, 2012 Posted in babies, newborns

I fall in love every time I have the pleasure of photographing a new snugly baby.  My new boyfriend, Max, has my heart.  He is a blessing to his parents who waited so long for this gift.  

Congratulations!!!  Thank you for letting me capture a small part of your new family.


Posted in babies, newborns

by Sally Roeckell

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Cherries Table and Dish ~ Chicago food photography

July 17, 2012 Posted in food, props, table and dish

As much as I love children… I love food. Cooking it and sadly for my waist line, eating it.  Today I decided to find a good use for the beautiful cherries that have been abundant at the market lately.  I chose to make a tart. The photos pale when compared to the smell of my kitchen between shots.  We just finished it and my family gave it a BIG thumbs up. My 12 yr old son gets all the credit because he is the sweet heart that pitted all the cherries.  Thanks buddy!

Ingredients

  • 1 pie crust
  • 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 1/3 cup plus 4 teaspoons sugar
  • 1/2 cup blanched flour
  • 1 large whole egg
  • 1/2 teaspoon pure almond extract
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 1 tablespoon heavy cream
  • 1 pound red cherries, picked over, stemmed and pitted

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 425 degrees. Line a clean work surface with parchment. Cut a 12-inch circle out of the dough. Roll up the edges, making a 10-inch crust. Transfer the parchment and crust to a baking sheet, and chill until firm, about 30 minutes.
  2. Place butter, 1/3 cup sugar,  flour, whole egg, and almond extract in a medium bowl; mix until well combined.
  3. Prick entire surface of chilled crust with a fork. In a small bowl, combine egg yolk and heavy cream; brush mixture on the surface and edges of the crust. Using an offset spatula, spread the almond mixture evenly in an 1/8-inch-thick layer over bottom of the crust, and chill 15 minutes more.
  4. Spread cherries over the almond mixture. Turn up edges about 1″ over the fruit. Brush more egg and cream mixture on edges. Sprinkle with sugar. Bake tart 15-25 minutes until golden brown.
  5. Enjoy!

 


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by Sally Roeckell

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