Photographer and Owner Chet Coonrod

Chet became interested in photography while in Cub Scouts back in the distant past (some time in the 60s).

In 1980, he received his BA in Professional Photography from SIU-C. Upon graduation, Chet worked for a short time in newspaper and television, and as a studio assistant to the late Roger Humke. In 1983, he started Coonrod Photography, and in 1989, the studio moved to its present location at 1931 Jefferson.

Senior Portraits, Children's Portraits, and Group Portraits of sports teams, reunions and similar large groups are Chet's specialty. He has also photographed hundreds of weddings over the last 30 years.

Chet is a supporter of the Arts and Music in the Quincy Schools and annually donates his photographic services to several musical and theatrical productions.

He is married to Jean, a teacher, and they have two sons, Evan and Lane.

Production Manager Jen Lay

Jen is the hidden force that powers Coonrod Photography. She joined the studio in 2000 while attending Quincy University. She graduated in 2002 and became full-time Production Manager in 2003.

Jen is responsible for the organization and production of all of the photographs that are created by Chet and Denise.

She is married to Carson, and they have an enthusiastic 8-year-old son, Cole.