Herrick Lake - Wheaton, IL (Fall)

my favorite spots in the western suburbs of chicago


These are some of my go-to spots for outdoor photoshoots in the west suburbs of Chicago. The majority of my sessions take place in the DuPage County area, but I'm always looking for new locations! Whether you're looking for changing leaves, somewhere with a water backdrop, or even a downtown urban feel, there are plenty of options!

HERRICK LAKE - WHEATON, IL


A little about the vibe...

  • Water views
  • Forest preserve
  • Gorgeous changing leaves in the fall (around middle of October)
  • Dock

Herrick Lake - Summer (L), Fall (R)

Blackwell Forest Preserve - Wheaton, IL


A little about the vibe...

  • Water views
  • Forest preserve (taller trees)
  • Gorgeous changing leaves in the fall (around middle of October)
  • Dock

Blackwell Forest Preserve - Fall Earlier in the Day (L), Fall @ Golden Hour (R)

NORTHSIDE PARK - WHEATON, IL


A little about the vibe...

  • Water views
  • Meadow-type feel
  • Wildflowers in the summertime
  • Bridges & docks

Northside Park - Summer (L), Fall (R)

DOWNTOWN Wheaton, IL


A little about the vibe...

  • Urban
  • Ivy wall
  • Rooftop parking garage

Downtown Wheaton - Summer (L & R)

DOWNTOWN NAPERVILLE, IL


A little about the vibe...

  • Urban
  • Ivy wall
  • Rooftop parking garage

Downtown Naperville - Summer (L), Early Fall (R)

SPRINGBROOK PRAIRIE - NAPERVILLE, IL


A little about the vibe...

  • Open skies (not much tree coverage)
  • Wildflowers in the summertime (goldenrod, aromatic aster)
  • Small water view

Springbrook Prairie - Late Summer (L), Fall (R)

St. James FArm - Warrenville, IL


A little about the vibe...

  • Tree-lined area
  • Barns, silos, white fencing
  • Wildflowers in the summertime (purple coneflower, black eyed susans)
  • Gorgeous changing leaves in the fall (around middle of October)

St. James Farm - Late Summer (L), Fall (R)

Churchill Park - Glen Ellyn, IL


A little about the vibe...

  • Open skies (not much tree coverage)
  • Greens and browns in the summer
  • A few changing leaves in the fall; mostly brown foliage

Churchill Park - Early Spring (L), Fall (R)

Hadley Valley - Joliet, IL


A little about the vibe...

  • Open skies (not much tree coverage)
  • Greens and browns in the summer
  • A few changing leaves in the fall; mostly brown foliage

Hadley Valley - Late Summer (L), Fall (R)