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Everyone's Home for the Holidays: Extended Family and Grandparent Photos
Everyone's home for the holidays. Here's how to plan an easy extended family session with grandparents, cousins, and all.
1 day ago2 min read
What to Wear for Holiday Family Photos
Not sure what to wear for holiday family photos? Easy color palettes, fabrics that photograph beautifully, and what to skip.
Oct 202 min read
Family Holiday Photos in Kansas City: When to Book So Your Cards Go Out on Time
Planning family holiday photos for your Christmas cards? Here's when to book your Overland Park session so your cards arrive on time.
Oct 62 min read
Outdoor vs. Studio Maternity Photos: Which Is Right for You?
Deciding between outdoor or studio maternity photos? See what each style offers and how to choose for your Kansas City session.
Sep 172 min read
Mini Sessions at the Creek
Book a Creek Sunset Mini Session on Oct 3 in South KC — 15 minutes, 3 digital images, $295.
Aug 222 min read
KC Skyline Mini Sessions — September 26
Iconic KC skyline backdrop — Sept 26 mini sessions are here, and spots are limited.
Aug 221 min read
Santa Mini Sessions Are Back This November
Our beloved, real-bearded Santa returns for just two days — November 14th & 15th — for quick, joyful mini sessions at $200. Spots sell out fast.
Aug 222 min read
Why Fall Is the Best Season for Family Photos in Overland Park
Fall's soft golden light, a color palette that coordinates itself, and comfortable temperatures make it Overland Park's most requested season for family portraits. Here's why — and when to book.
Aug 192 min read
2x Award-Winning Overland Park Photographer | Happy Chick Photo
We're Officially a 2026 Kansas City Favorite — Two Years Running! 🏆 I have some exciting news to share: Happy Chick Photography has been voted a 2026 Kansas City Favorite in the Photographer category — and this is officially my second Kansas City Favorite win, following my first win back in 2023! This award, presented by The Kansas City Star, celebrates the businesses that our community loves most — and I am beyond honored to be counted among Kansas City's favorite photograp
Aug 122 min read
Why Professional Newborn Photography in Kansas City Is Worth It
Those first newborn weeks fly by. Here's why professional newborn photos are worth it, and how we make it easy for Kansas City families.
Jul 222 min read
Best Time to Schedule Your Newborn Photography Session in Overland Park
One of the most common questions I get from Kansas City metro families is, "When should we actually book our newborn session?" The honest answer: earlier than you think. Newborn photography works best in that sleepy, curled-up window during the first 5 to 14 days of life, when babies still have that fresh, folded-up newness and sleep deeply enough for the cozy, posed portraits so many families love.
Jul 82 min read
Featured in VoyageKC: Meet Christy Lonergan of Happy Chick Photography
I was recently honored to be featured by VoyageKC in their Community Highlights series, where they spotlight local creatives, entrepreneurs, and small businesses in the Kansas City area. It was such a joy to share a little about my photography journey and the story behind Happy Chick Photography. For those who may be new here, I thought I’d share a bit more about my background and what inspires the work I do with families across the Kansas City area. My Journey Into Photograp
Mar 113 min read
Smash Cake 1 yr old Photo Sessions
That first year goes by in a blur. Celebrate the milestone with a smash cake session — cake, bubbles, and all the personality
your one-year-old has to show off.
Feb 272 min read
Easter Bunny Mini Sessions in our Overland Park KS Studio
Our Easter Bunny Minis are a Kansas City favorite —
quick, stress-free spring sessions with real bunnies from a local 4-
H club. Perfect for little ones who won’t sit still for long!
Feb 112 min read
💛 Meet Christy Lonergan — The Heart Behind Happy Chick Photography
Ever wonder what drives a photographer? Get to know
Christy Lonergan — her roots in Manhattan, KS, her leap from
corporate life, and the heart behind Happy Chick Photography.
Jan 263 min read
🍁 Outdoor Fall Mini Sessions in Overland Park KS🍁
🍁 Fall Mini Sessions 2025 – Limited Spots, Don’t Miss Out! 🍁
Sep 12, 20252 min read
Why Maternity Photos Matter More Than You Think
Here's something I hear all the time: "I wasn't sure I even wanted maternity photos."
And then I hear what comes after: "I'm so glad I decided to do maternity photos! They're some of my most treasured pictures from that whole time."
Aug 6, 20254 min read
What To Expect during a newborn Photo Session
So you're wanting to get photos of your newborn but are curious about what to expect? Do you wonder how we get those peaceful looking images? What will the parents be doing at the session? Let me shed some light as to what really happens during a newborn photography session.
Apr 13, 20242 min read
Getting the Best Newborn Photos
Newborn days fly by fast. Here’s what to expect from
your session and why timing — usually 1-2 weeks after birth —
makes all the difference.
Feb 16, 20223 min read
Who and why "happy chick"?
Ever wonder how I became the 'Happy Chick'? Get to know the photographer behind the lens — from corporate burnout to your Overland Park portrait studio
Jul 22, 20211 min read
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