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where every frame is a love letter

written by you

 

 

 

 

Are you looking for a romantic story-telling photographer? I would love to work with you! I am based out of Shelbyville and travel all over central Illinois and surrounding areas! Scroll down to see client experiences!

 

 

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Bride and groom share a romantic kiss under a flowing veil on a lush green lawn at their wedding.

client testimonials

I seriously cannot recommend Dearest Eloveau Photography enough!!!


When I first found out her husband would be shooting with her, I was honestly a little nervous because I wasn’t used to the idea of having a male photographer around while getting ready and taking photos, but I told her yes, & I am SO glad she brought him. He was incredibly respectful, made everyone feel comfortable, and I think it honestly helped the guys feel more relaxed during their photos too.


The two of them worked so well together and they caught so many little moments that I didn’t even realize were happening. The day was getting ahead of me and they did so good accommodating what I wanted with the little time I had before going down the aisle!


I just got my sneak peeks back and I am absolutely obsessed. They captured our day so perfectly.


Choosing her was one of the best decisions I made for my wedding. If you’re on the fence, book her. You won’t regret it!!!!!

Kourtney & Jakeb

A happy couple poses together against a white backdrop with twinkling string lights, the bride wearing a lace gown and veil.

client testimonials

Scarlett was our photographer for both our wedding and engagement photos, and we couldn't have asked for anyone better. Each photo turned out absolutely stunning. What impressed us most was her ability to capture all the special moments we wanted to remember forever while staying in the background. Scarlett was professional, friendly, and made us feel completely comfortable in front of the camera. We highly recommend Scarlett to anyone looking for a photographer!

Tabitha & Ryan

Wedding couple poses under a storefront awning in dramatic lighting.

client testimonials

"Scarlett has done my engagement pictures and some fun 1940s/Notebook vibe pictures. Both sessions were amazing. Scarlett made us feel very comfortable. She is so fun and easy to work with! She had a plan of what pictures to take and we didn't have to try and think of what to do. Scarlett asked us if we had any other ideas or poses we wanted. I felt like my pictures weren't the traditional pictures you see all the time, they were unique to us. I loved both sets of my pictures when I saw my delivery. Scarlett captured us so well. She notices and gets all the small moments that you don't think of. "

kristine & Michael

Silhouettes of wedding couple walking through autumn trees at dusk.

client testimonials

"Scarlett did our wedding photos, and I highly recommend booking with her! She will make your visions come to life. She was on top of it, and made sure we got to capture our special day. She is so easy to work with, and she made us feel very comfortable even though we had a 'plan as we go wedding'. On top of all the chaos and nerves that day, she went over the top to make sure pictures were everything we wanted and more. Wedding pictures are something you will always look back on, and I don't have a single regret having her as our photographer. Our photos turned out phenomenal."

Vivian & Tyler

A couple stands together in a park during golden hour, with the person in a flowing dress and plaid shirt.

client testimonials

"She was very respectful and professional the entire shoot, but also kept things light and fun! She made our stranger session a comfortable space!"

Abby & ChadS Stranger Session

 

"in the end, all we have is memories."

 

jonathan dunne

I absolutely love this quote. It was written in one of Jonathan Dunne's novels and doesn't have much to do with photography but I find it be the big truth we don't often think about. When you look back at your wedding from 5 years ago, you didn't get to keep the flowers, you didn't get to keep the hair-do, or the rental car. The only thing you're left with is the memories and the photographs.

About me

Scarlett Jordan, photographer and owner of Dearest Eloveau Photography in Central Illinois.

My name is Scarlett and I have been practicing photography since the COVID lockdown in 2020. I took a break as I stepped into motherhood and in hopes to re-discover myself, I found myself picking my camera back up. I upgraded all of my gear and stepped back into the world and have absolutely fallen in love with my practice.

Photography has truly saved my life as a mother who struggled with postpartum depression. I realized that I didn't have to let go of my identity as a mom.

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