Hi, I’m Maggie

And I'm so glad you are here!

"You make me feel human"- is the best compliment I've ever received.

I believe in kismet connections, being kind and the power of corny jokes.

I was born in Poland and have lived in the U.S since 1993!! My full name is Magdalena (Magda for short) - and my favorite mispronunciation of it is: Maggalonia. Feel free to call me Maggie.

I have been photographing and supporting the amazing people of Chicago since 2009.

I have four kids, two boys 18,16 and two girls 4 and an infant, who spent some time in the NICU.

As a lifelong artist I got a degree in Media Arts and Animation then after I had my first kid, photography helped me rediscover my creativity, It helped me to connect to my baby and new reality, and to notice moments of stillness and connection during a day filled with feeding, crying and diaper changes.

It’s so easy to fall into mundane routines and negative mindsets. Photography allowed me to notice and experience my day in a more positive way.

This is what I want to give you. A tangible reminder of beauty and stillness amidst the chaos of life.

Photos that capture not just what you look like but how this time in your life feels.