I create artistic portrait sessions designed to capture childhood, motherhood, and connection in a beautiful, intentional way.
My sessions are, guided, and focused on creating images that feel emotional, expressive, and timeless — not rushed.
Based in Chicago, and surrounding areas I offer studio and outdoor portrait sessions for children, maternity, and mommy & me clients who are looking for something more meaningful than standard photography.
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"ELEGANCE IS THE ONLY BEAUTY THAT NEVER FADES,"
Audrey Hepburn
Studio & Outdoor Portrait Sessions in Chicago
Based near Wheeling, I serve Chicago and surrounding areas.
Your session can take place in my home studio or at carefully selected outdoor locations.
Studio sessions allow for full artistic control of light, and a calm atmosphere.
Outdoor sessions bring movement & natural light.
Not sure which option is best? I’ll help guide you based on your vision and session type.
I’m Monika
The artist behind Monika Onak Photography.
My work is inspired by childhood, motherhood, connection, and storytelling through color and light.
I believe portraits should feel emotional — created with intention and care, becoming memories you’ll return to for years.
Let’s Create Something Meaningful
If you’re looking for artistic portraits that feel timeless, emotional, and beautifully crafted — I’d love to work with you.
Serving Chicago and surrounding areas
Limited sessions available each month
Testimonials
My experience was honestly one of the best! I have never had my pictures taken professionally done so the fact that she made me feel comfortable and guided my family & I in the poses and took her time made the experience even more amazing! Would do it again and again
Isabel Arista
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Monika always has great ideas, beautiful set up and adorable props. She is very professional, patient, nice and kind-always on time.
I once was a witness, when she was working with kids- everything went flawless!
I had a Great experience working with Monika for my Christmas shoot- the photos turned out absolutely gorgeous!
She is the top winner of many awards in this field.
I highly recomend Monika Onak Photography!!!
izabela
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I highly recommend Monika. I have been trusting her with not only maternity and newborn pictures but also my daughter's birthday and family sessions. She is very professional and great to work with. One thing for sure, she is amazing with kids, she knew how to make my daughter laugh, smile and pose for pictures! I have never been disappointed with the pictures that we get from her, she's the best!!
Karolina & Rafal
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The most wonderful experience we’ve ever had and the most beautiful family photos. Monika knew exactly where to go for the best outdoor views and works perfectly with children. We couldn’t have asked for anyone better to take our family fall photos. Thank you Monika we will be working with you for every photo shoot for now on. Highly recommended!
Angelica
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@monikaonakphotography
Phone
+1 2245845787
Location
Wheeling, IL
monikaonakphotography@gmail.com
I offer artistic portrait sessions for children and mothers in Chicago and surrounding suburbs, including Wheeling.
My sessions include studio and outdoor children portraits, artistic studio portraits, maternity sessions, and mommy & me photography.
I work with families looking for emotional, colorful, and timeless portraits created in a calm and guided environment.