Cheryl Shorten Photography

Cheryl Shorten Photography *Joyfully capturing the 'priceless' moments in life*

I specialize in photographing families, senior

A frame filled with everything that mattered in that second. Some moments feel sacred. Being trusted to document a coupl...
06/14/2026

A frame filled with everything that mattered in that second.
Some moments feel sacred. Being trusted to document a couple’s beginning is one of them. I am grateful for every story I get to tell through my lens.

A joyful marriage is not built on perfect days, but on two hearts choosing each other every day and following Jesus toge...
06/10/2026

A joyful marriage is not built on perfect days, but on two hearts choosing each other every day and following Jesus together. May your love be lifelong, your faith unshakable, and your happiness abundant as you walk hand in hand with Christ.

Beautiful day for a beautiful couple. It was my pleasure to capture their special day.
Sarah Leahy JensenDavid Jensen

05/24/2026
05/24/2026

Capturing children as they dream, explore, and create is one of the greatest joys of photography. Because these aren’t j...
05/15/2026

Capturing children as they dream, explore, and create is one of the greatest joys of photography. Because these aren’t just photos, they’re memories of who they were before the world told them to grow up.

This was my first Mother’s Day without my mom, and I won’t pretend it was easy. It actually took me off guard , how hard...
05/11/2026

This was my first Mother’s Day without my mom, and I won’t pretend it was easy. It actually took me off guard , how hard it was.
Grief has a way of showing up loudly on days like this — in the quiet moments, in old memories, in the instinct to pick up the phone and call her.
I missed her laugh, her voice, her advice, and the comfort of simply knowing she was there. At the same time, I felt grateful for every lesson, every hug, and every piece of her that still lives on in me.
For anyone else navigating Mother’s Day with loss in their heart, you’re not alone today. Loving someone deeply means carrying them with you, even after they’re gone. ❤️

A fully styled headshot experience gives clients images that feel authentic and elevated.Call or message today to get yo...
05/11/2026

A fully styled headshot experience gives clients images that feel authentic and elevated.

Call or message today to get your session booked!

Senior year moves fast — freeze the feeling with a Spring Senior Session that’s all you. From candid laughs to confident...
05/03/2026

Senior year moves fast — freeze the feeling with a Spring Senior Session that’s all you. From candid laughs to confident portraits, I’ll capture the moments that matter. Read the full post and book your session: https://wix.to/v5w6YdF

Why Senior Sessions Are My Favorite: Capturing the Moment Before Everything ChangesSenior year is a whirlwind. College applications, final games, last concerts, cap-and-gown fittings — it’s the moment when everything feels big, exciting, and a little bittersweet. That’s exactly why I love phot...

Spring Senior Session is live — fresh, vibrant senior portrait ideas for the season! Capture blooming backgrounds, soft ...
03/24/2026

Spring Senior Session is live — fresh, vibrant senior portrait ideas for the season! Capture blooming backgrounds, soft golden light, and playful outdoor poses that showcase personality and milestone style. Read the full guide and book your session: https://wix.to/VBrNyaE

Spring Senior Photography Sessions: Why This Season Shines for Stunning PortraitsSpring is one of the most magical times of the year for senior portraits. With nature waking up from winter and everything bursting into color, it’s the perfect backdrop for celebrating such an important milestone. If...

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Crystal Lake, IL
60014

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 9am - 5pm

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