Capture the perfect moment forever
Powerful photographs should feel real
Photography should do more than capture a moment — it should tell a story.
Every frame is an opportunity to reveal something deeper: a feeling, a memory, a perspective that words can’t quite hold. The power of a photograph lies in its ability to make time feel suspended, as if the world pauses for just long enough to let us truly see.
A strong photograph doesn't just show what happened; it invites the viewer to feel it.
It provokes emotion, stirs curiosity, and creates a quiet stillness where the moment lives on. When time seems to stand still inside an image, the story becomes timeless — and that is where photography reveals its magic.
Janine Petracek
I’m Janine Petracek, a Nebraska native with a lifelong passion for photography and storytelling. I specialize in capturing life’s most meaningful moments — from weddings filled with emotion to senior portraits that celebrate new beginnings. Family portraits, 1 year cake smashes. Whether in the studio or outdoors, my focus is on creating timeless images that preserve memories for years to come.
As an active member of several photography communities, I love connecting with fellow creative photographers and meeting new clients who value authentic, heartfelt imagery. Every session is an opportunity to tell a story, and I’m honored each time someone trusts me to document theirs — one frame at a time.
Capture memories that you will never forget
Some moments are meant to be kept, not just lived—capture the ones your heart will return to.
Photographs fade, but the memories you choose to hold stay bright.
Save the little moments now so they become the stories you treasure later.
Let my work inspire you
Sessions and Investment
Wedding packages Starting at $2400
5 hours coverage
travel in and around Lincoln
Complimentary engagement session
$2400- $3600
Senior Pictures Starting at $450
What you get is a session that feels comfortable and fun, natural and confident portraits, warm and true to color editing. Images you will love 1 1/2 hour sessions 2 locations 50+ edited images
$450-$700
Family Pictures
Starting at $300
No stiff poses, Just your family being themselves. Family pictures should not feel like a chore. Capture the moment and unique connection that makes your family feel special
$300-$500
In Studio Sessions
Cake Smash
Your babies very 1 st birthday Custom Tailored Experience You just bring the cake and I capture the special moments and fun, This can be at the studio or outdoors or a little bit of both
$300
Maternity
Around 36 weeks or so I can capture the excitement and anticipation of your expecting little one. i have 30 maternity dresses to make you feel special
Starting $350
Newborn and milestone
Lets capture the moments that seem to fly by. Capturing your baby, your bond, your story and the unique love families have for thier little bundle of joy
$275