During the years that Kelly Stratemeyer Photography has photographed area families and children, we have heard far too many parents lament the fact that they failed to have quality portraits made of their children during those childhood years that passed so quickly. They regret the decision they made to "settle" for school pictures.

What does this mean to you and your child? It means that now you can have your child's portrait created by a professional photographer that understands how to create wonderful children's portraits by first creating a relaxing atmosphere for the child and who understands the importance of creating a portrait history of each child, so that families don't lose the precious childhood milestones that occur along the surprisingly brief journey to adulthood.

We encourage your input in your photography session. We will listen to your ideas and use our creative talents to put your ideas into a portrait. Your portrait session will be unique to you and your child. You cherish your children from the first time you see them. We want to capture all your memories and special times.

Here's what Janet LaVeau says about this:

I had a bad experience at one of the department store studios. I took Maci to be photographed when she was six months old. When I arrived I found that they had double booked everybody and I wasn't even on the list. They told me I could wait but I might have to wait there three hours and I might not get in at all.

When I brought Maci to your studio for her two-year photograph, I enjoyed the whole experience. I was so pleased that you worked free flowing, letting Maci play as you photographed her rather than trying to pose her. The whole session was relaxed and you were so patient with Maci. She had a good time.

We are so pleased with the prints. I look at them every day. You cost a little more than the chain stores, but it was so worth it!

- Janet LaVeau, Metropolis, Illinois