Welcome to Ania’s Little World Photography

Specializing in Newborn • Maternity • Family • Sports • Events & Portraits
Serving Algonquin, Crystal Lake, Elgin, Schaumburg & The Northwest & Southwest suburbs of Chicago

Capturing Life, Love & Legacy

Ania’s Little World Photography specializes in capturing life’s most meaningful moments — from the delicate innocence of newborns and the glowing beauty of maternity to playful cake smashes, milestone family portraits, and special events like baptisms, birthdays, First Communions, and more.

Based in Algonquin, Illinois, Ania proudly serves families in Lake in the Hills, Crystal Lake, Huntley, Cary, Barrington, Elgin, Schaumburg, Hoffman Estates, and beyond. With a warm, intuitive approach, she creates portraits that feel genuine, timeless, and deeply personal — so you can look back years from now and remember exactly how it felt.

Family & Children Portraits

Family life is full of love, laughter, and milestones you’ll want to hold onto forever. My family sessions are relaxed and natural, designed to capture the connection that makes your family unique — from playful giggles to quiet hugs and everything in between.

Children’s portraits celebrate who they are right now. By following their lead — whether they love to twirl, explore, or snuggle close — I create images that reflect their personality. These portraits only grow more meaningful with time, becoming a keepsake of your family’s journey.

Maternity & Newborn Portraits

Your journey into parenthood is one of life’s most meaningful chapters, and it deserves to be remembered with heart and artistry. My maternity sessions capture the glow of motherhood, the bond already forming with your baby, tender moments with your partner, and the quiet anticipation that precedes everything changing.

When your newborn arrives, every tiny detail feels like magic—sleepy yawns, delicate fingers and toes, and first sweet smiles that pass far too quickly. In my cozy Algonquin studio, I provide everything needed for a relaxed newborn session: soft wraps, adorable outfits, bonnets, delicate headbands, and timeless props. You’ll also have access to a curated client closet, styling guidance, and a gentle, personalized experience where every detail is thoughtfully taken care of.

Event Photography

Life is made of celebrations—baptisms, birthdays, First Communions, showers, weddings, and everything in between. As an experienced event photographer, I specialize in documenting these meaningful occasions with care. My documentary approach allows you to be fully present. At the same time, I preserve the moments that matter most—from candid emotions and quiet smiles to beautifully composed portraits and joyful gatherings. Every photograph tells a piece of your family’s story. I’m honored to serve families across Algonquin, Lake in the Hills, Crystal Lake, the northwest Chicago suburbs, and beyond.

Sports Photography

As parents, we pour so much into our children’s sports — the time, the practices, the travel, the energy, and the passion at every single game. We cheer from the sidelines, celebrate the victories, and encourage them through the challenges. These are moments that deserve to be remembered just as much as they are lived. My sports photography is about preserving that journey — from the very first kicks and goals to the skills that grow with every season. Every game is more than just a score; it’s a story of passion, teamwork, and heart. With a documentary approach to every match, highlighting not only the action on the field but also the quiet moments on the sidelines: a shared smile, a nervous breath, or the pride in a parent’s eyes. Now you can turn these fleeting moments into lasting memories, celebrating your child’s dedication and love for the game as they grow, whether they play just for fun or dream of becoming professionals.

Whether we meet in my cozy studio, explore a favorite park,

or on a sports field in the northwest Chicago suburbs,

I’ll gently guide you so everyone feels comfortable and relaxed.

The result?

Portrait session that captures not only how you look, but who you truly are together.