• Close up photograph of young girl in couture dress. Taken during a studio session in Warrenville, IL
  • Little girl in a short pink couture dress looking back over her shoulder while walking thru an ivy tunnel. Photo taken at Fabyan Park in Batavia, IL
  • Mom and dad playing with their young son in the river. Taken during a family photography session in Naperville, IL
  • Mom and her toddler walking on a path between tulip beds during sunrise. Picture taken during a family photography session at Lilacia Park in Lombard, IL
  • Young girl in bright pink dressing sitting on a stool between a bunch of pink flowers looking and smiling at the camera. Photo taken during a studio photography session in Warrenville, IL
  • Young female in a long dress standing on top of a rock that is in the middle of a pond. Twirling her dress and smiling right at the camera. Taken during a graduating senior session in the western suburbs of Chicago.
  • Family of six walking down a colorful autumn path and walking away from the camera. Taken during a family photography session in Warrenville, IL
  • Three sisters cuddling and smiling at the camera during a studio photography session in Warrenville, IL
  • Teenage girl standing in front of a bunch of colorful rolls of paper wearing a couture dress while holding a vintage camera. Taken during a photography session with Novella Photography.
  • Group of 4 teenage girls in couture dresses posing for the camera. Photo taken during a photography session with Novella Photography.
Hey There!

 

 

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, ILfamilies01.
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, ILChildren02.
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.Seniors03.

What Others are Saying

What's New on the 'Gram

It might not feel like it yet, but Spring and Summer memories are about to begin.
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Minis are here and I’m so excited to share them with you!
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This year’s lineup includes:
🌿Greenhouse Minis
🌷 Tulip Minis
🎓 Cap, Confetti & Crew Minis
🌼 Wildflower Farm Minis
🌳 Cantigny End of Summer Family Minis
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If you have been waiting to update family photos, celebrate your senior, or capture a little bit of summer magic…this is your sign.
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See bio for booking link.
#napervillephotographer #warrenvillephotographer #familyphotographer #minisession #2026senior

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It might not feel like it yet, but Spring and Summer memories are about to begin. . Minis are here and I’m so excited to share them with you! . This year’s lineup includes: 🌿Greenhouse Minis 🌷 Tulip Minis 🎓 Cap, Confetti & Crew Minis 🌼 Wildflower Farm Minis 🌳 Cantigny End of Summer Family Minis . If you have been waiting to update family photos, celebrate your senior, or capture a little bit of summer magic…this is your sign. . See bio for booking link. #napervillephotographer #warrenvillephotographer #familyphotographer #minisession #2026senior

Friendly reminder:
Spring & Summer Mini Sessions go on sale TODAY at 4pm!
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This year’s lineup includes:
🌿 Greenhouse Minis (family or motherhood)
🌷 Tulip Minis
🎓 Cap, Confetti & Crew senior sessions
🌼 Wildflower Farm Minis
🌳 Cantigny Family Minis
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If you’ve been waiting to update family photos, celebrate your senior, or capture a little bit of summer magic… this is your sign.
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⏰ Spots go live at 4pm
Set those reminders — minis tend to disappear quickly!
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I can’t wait to see so many familiar faces (and new ones!) in front of my camera this season.

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Friendly reminder: Spring & Summer Mini Sessions go on sale TODAY at 4pm! . This year’s lineup includes: 🌿 Greenhouse Minis (family or motherhood) 🌷 Tulip Minis 🎓 Cap, Confetti & Crew senior sessions 🌼 Wildflower Farm Minis 🌳 Cantigny Family Minis . If you’ve been waiting to update family photos, celebrate your senior, or capture a little bit of summer magic… this is your sign. . ⏰ Spots go live at 4pm Set those reminders — minis tend to disappear quickly! . I can’t wait to see so many familiar faces (and new ones!) in front of my camera this season.

SO. MUCH. COMING. YOUR. WAY.
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ALL Spring and Summer sessions are being released to the public on Friday at 4:00pm. Yes...I said ALL. This includes graduation pics, family sessions, greenhouse sessions and motherhood sessions! Get ready for it! See you back here on Friday!
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Current and past clients... check your emails (including your spam folder). All Spring/Summer Sessions are open to YOU in 3....2....1.

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SO. MUCH. COMING. YOUR. WAY. . ALL Spring and Summer sessions are being released to the public on Friday at 4:00pm. Yes...I said ALL. This includes graduation pics, family sessions, greenhouse sessions and motherhood sessions! Get ready for it! See you back here on Friday! . Current and past clients... check your emails (including your spam folder). All Spring/Summer Sessions are open to YOU in 3....2....1.

Is it just me, or did January feel like the longest month ever?
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But GOOD NEWS! Over the next 268 days, our sun will be setting after 5:00pm
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I can already feel the warm sun on my skin and picture wildflowers swaying in the breeze. Those golden, joy-filled days are closer than they feel….and they’ll be here before we know it.
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Below is a full gallery from a past family session in the wildflowers, because the magic isn’t just in one image, it’s in the story they tell together.
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For more family sessions or to explore the other types of sessions I offer, you can find them on my UPDATED website.
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#napervillephotographer #warrenvillephotographer #wheatonphotographer #familyphotographer #thewildflowerfarm

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Is it just me, or did January feel like the longest month ever? . But GOOD NEWS! Over the next 268 days, our sun will be setting after 5:00pm . I can already feel the warm sun on my skin and picture wildflowers swaying in the breeze. Those golden, joy-filled days are closer than they feel….and they’ll be here before we know it. . Below is a full gallery from a past family session in the wildflowers, because the magic isn’t just in one image, it’s in the story they tell together. . For more family sessions or to explore the other types of sessions I offer, you can find them on my UPDATED website. . #napervillephotographer #warrenvillephotographer #wheatonphotographer #familyphotographer #thewildflowerfarm

You’ve seen my work… but have you seen the heart behind it?
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Five years ago, I built a website with a dream in my heart and a hope that it would one day truly reflect the photographer, and the experience, I wanted to become.
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Today… it finally feels like home.
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Not only does it reflect my heart, my work, and the experience I strive to create for every family; it was also designed with you in mind.
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You can now browse session offerings, explore full galleries, and officially book both sessions and mini sessions directly through the site with ease.
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Simple. Thoughtful. Seamless.
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Thank you for being a part of MY story.
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https://novella-photography.com

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You’ve seen my work… but have you seen the heart behind it? . Five years ago, I built a website with a dream in my heart and a hope that it would one day truly reflect the photographer, and the experience, I wanted to become. . Today… it finally feels like home. . Not only does it reflect my heart, my work, and the experience I strive to create for every family; it was also designed with you in mind. . You can now browse session offerings, explore full galleries, and officially book both sessions and mini sessions directly through the site with ease. . Simple. Thoughtful. Seamless. . Thank you for being a part of MY story. . https://novella-photography.com

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