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I'm Kim.

Award winning and published photographer

I am the owner of Novella Photography LLC and the story teller behind the lens. I am a family photographer passionate about capturing real, heartfelt connections. I am based in Warrenville, IL but travel anywhere within the western, northern, or southern suburbs of Chicago to capture your family in the perfect location.

Why the name "Novella Photography"? Well, two reasons; 1) Novella just happens to be my last name and 2) I love its meaning. Like a novella - short story, yet rich with emotion - I believe every family has a unique story waiting to be told. I capture the little moments that make up your family's journey.

All our lives have "Novella" in them. Let me capture yours.

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TIMELESS * ORGANIC * CONNECTIONS

My approach during our time together is all about embracing the natural moments - cuddles, giggles, and those in between glances that tell your family's unique story. Rather than stiff poses, I use fun prompts and games to encourage authentic interactions, ensuring your session feels fun, relaxed and true to who you are. Whether we're chasing golden light in an open field, snuggled up at home or interacting with a themed set, my goal is to create timeless images that reflect the love and joy in your family. And while I appreciate fun trends of dark/moody or light/airy photography, I edit in a style that is true to color as I believe these timeless photos can be handed down to future generations without your photos looking out of date. Timeless * Organic * Connections

Extended family of seven standing and posing for the camera under a large black arch during a family photography session at Cantigny Park in Wheaton, IL

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Mom and dad playing with their young son in the river. Taken during a family photography session in Naperville, IL

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one year old boy sitting in front of a buffalo check camping scene and smiling at the camera. Photo taken during a milestone studio session in Warrenville, IL

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female teenager standing on a rock in the middle of a pond in a while floral gown smiling at the camera. Photo taken in Homer Glen.

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What's New on the 'Gram

Today is the LAST day of the Christmas in July Sale.
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The LAST day to get $50 off your session fee and the LAST day to get your preferred time slot before holiday sessions go back in the vault!
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After today, bookings for holiday sessions will not be available to booked again until September 1st and will be back at FULL PRICE.
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Sessions SOLD out by the end of September last year and I had to turn clients away! Stay off the naughty list this year and get your family booked before the leaves begin to fall.
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https://book.usesession.com/i/XpHwEW2Nz

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Today is the LAST day of the Christmas in July Sale.
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The LAST day to get $50 off your session fee and the LAST day to get your preferred time slot before holiday sessions go back in the vault!
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After today, bookings for holiday sessions will not be available to booked again until September 1st and will be back at FULL PRICE.
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Sessions SOLD out by the end of September last year and I had to turn clients away! Stay off the naughty list this year and get your family booked before the leaves begin to fall.
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https://book.usesession.com/i/XpHwEW2Nz

Aug 1st means Fall Mini Sessions are NOW AVAILABLE to book!!!
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Limited spots available! Please note the rain dates as well while booking.
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So excited to capture your family during Mother Nature`s most beautiful show!
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https://book.usesession.com/s/P9a7vHjUK24
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TO VIEW ALL AVAILABLE MINI SESSIONS CURRENTLY AVAILABLE:
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https://book.usesession.com/i/XpHwEW2Nz

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Aug 1st means Fall Mini Sessions are NOW AVAILABLE to book!!!
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Limited spots available! Please note the rain dates as well while booking.
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So excited to capture your family during Mother Nature's most beautiful show!
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https://book.usesession.com/s/P9a7vHjUK24
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TO VIEW ALL AVAILABLE MINI SESSIONS CURRENTLY AVAILABLE:
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https://book.usesession.com/i/XpHwEW2Nz

That feeling you get when you realize the Christmas in July sale has been extended!
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I have heard from a few clients that they missed or didn`t get the Christmas in July email. I know how hard it is to miss out on a good sale so I decided to extend it thru Tuesday, August 5th. This will be your LAST chance to take advantage of $50 off your session, as well as get your pick of the best time slot for you and your family.
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Holiday sessions will go "in the vault" on August 6th and will not be available to book again until September 1st when they will be selling at full price.
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Promo pics are starting to trickle in and I can`t wait to share them with you in the coming days! As mentioned previously, if you book a session now and decide you like another session better after seeing the promo pictures, I am happy to move you to another available time/theme.
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See all available sessions at the link in my bio

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That feeling you get when you realize the Christmas in July sale has been extended!
.
I have heard from a few clients that they missed or didn't get the Christmas in July email. I know how hard it is to miss out on a good sale so I decided to extend it thru Tuesday, August 5th. This will be your LAST chance to take advantage of $50 off your session, as well as get your pick of the best time slot for you and your family.
.
Holiday sessions will go "in the vault" on August 6th and will not be available to book again until September 1st when they will be selling at full price.
.
Promo pics are starting to trickle in and I can't wait to share them with you in the coming days! As mentioned previously, if you book a session now and decide you like another session better after seeing the promo pictures, I am happy to move you to another available time/theme.
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See all available sessions at the link in my bio

IT`S TIME!
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It`s the second most wonderful time of the year! Christmas in July Sale is NOW!
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By booking your session now, you`ll be locking in your preferred time, AND you`ll get $50 off your session balance.
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Sessions take place in October and November. I`m so excited to have 7 different themes this year...indoor and outdoor sessions...some for the full family and others specifically designed for kids!
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Get yourself booked NOW so you don`t even have to think about it until the leaves have started to fall =). Holiday sessions SOLD OUT last year and I had to turn clients away. Don`t let that happen to you!
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Sale available until 7/31/25 and then Holiday sessions go "back in the vault" and won`t be bookable again until September...when they will be listed at FULL PRICE.
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For more info on each session and to book:
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https://book.usesession.com/i/XpHwEW2Nz

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Open post by novella.photos with ID 18072329291052608

IT'S TIME!
.
It's the second most wonderful time of the year! Christmas in July Sale is NOW!
.
By booking your session now, you'll be locking in your preferred time, AND you'll get $50 off your session balance.
.
Sessions take place in October and November. I'm so excited to have 7 different themes this year...indoor and outdoor sessions...some for the full family and others specifically designed for kids!
.
Get yourself booked NOW so you don't even have to think about it until the leaves have started to fall =). Holiday sessions SOLD OUT last year and I had to turn clients away. Don't let that happen to you!
.
Sale available until 7/31/25 and then Holiday sessions go "back in the vault" and won't be bookable again until September...when they will be listed at FULL PRICE.
.
For more info on each session and to book:
.
https://book.usesession.com/i/XpHwEW2Nz

5 MORE DAYS!!!
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Are you ready to book your holiday session? Christmas in July sale starts on 7/15/25 and runs until the 31st. During that time, you will be able to take advantage of $50 off your session balance as well as lock in the best date/time for your family!
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On August 1st, the Holiday sessions go back in the "vault" and will not be bookable again until September 1st. At the time, they will only be available AT FULL PRICE. So do not wait!
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Promo pics WILL be coming soon. If you decide you like a different theme more once you have seen the promo pics, I will be happy to switch your session to that theme (to an available time slot of course).

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5 MORE DAYS!!!
.
Are you ready to book your holiday session? Christmas in July sale starts on 7/15/25 and runs until the 31st. During that time, you will be able to take advantage of $50 off your session balance as well as lock in the best date/time for your family!
.
On August 1st, the Holiday sessions go back in the "vault" and will not be bookable again until September 1st. At the time, they will only be available AT FULL PRICE. So do not wait!
.
Promo pics WILL be coming soon. If you decide you like a different theme more once you have seen the promo pics, I will be happy to switch your session to that theme (to an available time slot of course).

Wowzers!!! I am BACK from 3 weeks worth of travels and adventures. What a whirlwind! But it’s July 1st which means it’s Christmas in July month!!
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Holiday sessions will go on sale 7/15/25 to the public! Clients that booked a spot back during my Black Friday sale will get first dibs before they go on sale to the public. Please be watching your email if you were one that took advatage of that sale!
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But because of my silly schedule, I am behind on getting promo shots of each set done. I will post the theme and backdrop and a mood board for each set next week. With that being said, if you book a session and decide on a different theme after you have seen the promo shots; I am happy to switch you to another open slot with your theme of choice.
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I have 7 themes coming at you this year so lots of options to pick the perfect one for your holiday card :)
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#holiday #christmas #christmasinjuly #minisession #familysession #capturethemoments #christmasmini #napervillephotographer #wheatonphotographer #warrenvillephotographer #yourphotographer #familyphotography #photographernearme

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Wowzers!!! I am BACK from 3 weeks worth of travels and adventures. What a whirlwind! But it’s July 1st which means it’s Christmas in July month!!
.
Holiday sessions will go on sale 7/15/25 to the public! Clients that booked a spot back during my Black Friday sale will get first dibs before they go on sale to the public. Please be watching your email if you were one that took advatage of that sale!
.
But because of my silly schedule, I am behind on getting promo shots of each set done. I will post the theme and backdrop and a mood board for each set next week. With that being said, if you book a session and decide on a different theme after you have seen the promo shots; I am happy to switch you to another open slot with your theme of choice.
.
I have 7 themes coming at you this year so lots of options to pick the perfect one for your holiday card :)
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#holiday #christmas #christmasinjuly #minisession #familysession #capturethemoments #christmasmini #napervillephotographer #wheatonphotographer #warrenvillephotographer #yourphotographer #familyphotography #photographernearme

email : knovellaphotography@gmail.com

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located in warrenville, il

serving Naperville, warrenville, Wheaton, winfield, aurora, Lombard, downers grove, Lisle, glen ellyn, Woodridge, oak brook, elmhurst, and other surrounding western suburbs of Chicago