Butterfly Frames is:
• Where your story takes flight.
• Soft, genuine, beautifully you.
• Capturing moments that feel alive.
• Timeless portraits with heart.
• Real moments, beautifully framed.
• Photography that feels like a memory.
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5 customer reviews
Jordyn Hussey
The lovely Mrs. Pontow was able to photograph my senior pictures sessions. I had a wonderful time and the pictures turned out absolutely amazing!
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Janelle Mosinski Tregoning
Have been using Butterfly Frames for years and are always pleased with our results.
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Michelle Missy Plass
Jen did a great job capturing our unique personalities for a family Christmas photo!
I highly recommend her! We need to do it again soon!
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Angi Boin Mell
We have worked with Jen and Butterfly Frames Photography a few times for our family pictures. We have always been very happy with our photos and she is super easy to work with and very accommodating.
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Jeannette Lanie Laudeman
Jen did the senior pictures for my daughter. We met at Chicago Botanic Garden and spent a couple hours walking around. Jen took very creative shots and used the beautiful flowers and other scenery (walls, benches, doors). She listened to what we wanted out of the shoot and we got that and more! It was an amazing time and we will treasure the photos always! More...
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What’s the secret to taking a great photograph?
For me it is making sure that my client is comfortable. In addition, getting the right composure and lighting is a great benefit too!
What questions might you ask a client when starting a new project?
I will ask my clients: What are you wanting to get out of this session? Is there anything you want me to know before we do the session? What can I do to put you at ease during the session?
What do you love most about your job?
I love being able to be creative. I love meeting new people who have been through all different walks of life!
What inspired you to start your own business?
I had a love for photography and had been taking pictures of my parents and their grandkids for awhile. Then I started to teach myself and took some classes to learn to use my camera in manual. And from there it just took off.
Why should our clients choose you?
Because it is my goal to give you what you want. I want to work with you and collaborate. I will listen to what you want and your ideas and incorporate them into the session. Because in the end it is about you!
Can you provide your services online or remotely? If so, please add details.
Unfortunately for photography that is not something I can do virtually. I would need to meet with you to take your pictures.
What changes have you made to keep your customers safe from Covid-19?
I wear a mask when I am meeting with and photographing my customers. I make sure to wash my hands before my sessions and also carry hand sanitizer with me. I will maintain social distance to make my clients comfortable.
Senior sessions
Senior Sessions that stand out.
Bold, confident, and totally you — these sessions bring out your real personality with natural posing, killer lighting, and a fun, laid‑back experience. This is your moment. Let’s make it unforgettable.
Family sessions
Family Sessions that feel real.
Joyful, relaxed, and full of genuine connection — these sessions capture the laughter, the snuggles, and the beautiful chaos that makes your family yours. No stiff poses, just authentic moments turned into timeless images you’ll treasure forever.
Game‑Day Coverage that captures every moment!
Fast action, big plays, and the raw emotion of competition — sports events are where athletes come alive, and that’s exactly what I photograph. From sideline intensity to celebration shots, I freeze the moments that matter most so athletes and families can relive the energy long after the final whistle. Name the sport and I have you covered.
Proposal/Engagement Sessions that capture the yes!
From the heart‑pounding moment you drop to one knee to the glow that follows, these sessions freeze the emotion, surprise, and pure joy of your story. Candid reactions, real connection, and beautifully intimate portraits — everything that makes your love unforgettable, captured forever.
