Wedding Photographers in Waukegan, IL

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Photographers in Waukegan, IL

521 Wedding Photographers in Waukegan, IL

Diamond Wedding Studios
Rockford, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Waukegan, IL

I've been photographing weddings for 4 years now and pride myself on my work! Here at Diamond Wedding Studios, we really are a girl's best friend. I'm a stickler for details and definitely want you to not only feel amazing, but look back on these photos and feel as though you LOOK amazing, too!

Penguin Ballet
San Francisco, CA
  • Serves Waukegan, IL

Welcome. Penguin Ballet is an award winning wedding photography studio in San Francisco, California. We love love love all the beautiful wedding things: celebration, family, friends, music, food, style, art, dance, design, photography and everything in between. The unexpected, unplanned, snap of a finger blink of an eye feelings, happenings and moments that make you and your wedding unique, special and unforgettable. It's our job to capture all the magic and tell beautiful visual stories through our photographs, and it's our honor to do so. Let's make incredible photographs together!

Frozen Rope Media, LLC
Lanark, IL
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,850
  • Serves Waukegan, IL

Frozen Rope Media is a small, personable multi-media company unlike most others out there. We cater to you. We specialize in Digital Story Telling, whether it's in the form of photos or video, we want your product to standout from the rest.

Inspired Eye Photography
Downers Grove, IL
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Waukegan, IL

I’m a photographer with 6 years of professional experience capturing the moments that make life beautiful. You know the ones... the big belly laughs, adoring glances and genuine snuggles. I love to watch people interact and capture the authentically candid moments that happen throughout the session. With me, you will feel at ease as I gently direct you and make jokes to keep you smiling. I’ve done it all at weddings and will help your day run smoothly - ensuring you get the beautiful photos you’ve been dreaming of. You will love what you see when you open your photo set! It will be hard to believe all the moments that were captured!

EAZ Photo - Emma Zanger
Chicago, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Waukegan, IL

Photographer & Visual Storyteller Live Music, Events & Creative Portraits I love when photography takes me to new heights, new places, new fields of expertise. I love to get out of my comfort zone as much as possible and learn about what everyone else in the world is passionate about and what stories of their's they want told authentically and artistically.

Til Death Photo Film
Sterling, IL
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Waukegan, IL

A husband and wife photo video team based in Illinois, but say the word, and we are out of here! We absolutely love to travel and explore new places! So many of our clients have become our friends because We love getting to know you, and your family and friends and making everyone comfortable in front of the camera while capturing the real essence of you and everyone you love. We have been together for seventeen years, married for six. We truly are best friends who love working together and we think this shows in our work when shooting weddings together!

Victoria Sprung Photography
Chicago, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,400
  • Serves Waukegan, IL

Sprung Photo is a team of talented, creative, & experienced Chicago wedding photographers. The Owner, Victoria Sprung, is an internationally recognized, award winning photographer with over 15 years of full time wedding photography experience. She was chosen for multiple awards & accreditations, including the Top 50 Fearless Photographers in the world, Top 50 Photographers in the world: Wedding Photojournalist Association, & Top 10 Photographers: Masters of Wedding Photography.

Lish Marie Photography LLC
Kenosha, WI
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Waukegan, IL

I'm Alisha, but all of my friends call me Lish. I am a firm believer of dessert after EVERY meal, extra cream in my coffee, calling my mom everyday & lazy sundays. I love donuts & finding new coffee shops just so I can take a photo for my Instagram. I am a fur-mama to our lab-pit, Dax, an IVF mama + warrior and wife to Andrew. I love capturing couples in love and telling your story. From the moment we meet and even after the wedding, we are friends! After the wedding, I can't wait to capture the milestones that follow.

McConville Studio
Peru, IL
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Waukegan, IL

Phil and Andrea were married in May of 2007 and have two crazy fun and brilliant kiddos named Owen and Gwenna, (affectionately referred to as “crumsnatchers.”) When they aren’t hanging out with their awesome clients, taking photos or editing them, you can find them involved as a family at their church, sharing the holistic nutrition they love, going to a yoga class, grilling out, fixing up their 100 year old home, (there’s ALWAYS a project to complete), spending time outside with their kids or dreaming about the next camping trip they’ll take!

Meesh Photography
Rockford, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,400
  • Serves Waukegan, IL

My name is Michelle, but my friends call me Meesh, so you can too! Most days you can find me editing pictures at Starbucks, working on home projects with my husband, and probably drinking absurd amounts of sparkling water. I've lived in Wisconsin, the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, Iowa, and currently live in Northern Illinois so you could basically say my heart belongs to the Midwest. I take weddings and sessions all around the Midwest and really all over the country! I’ve been told I’m the “mom” of the friend group and I LIVE to be over prepared!

Rick Aguilar Studios
Chicago, IL
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Waukegan, IL

With more than 20 years experience, Rick and his team have photographed all types of weddings. Our studio knows the best approach to capture classic portraiture to high-end fashion. Prefer candid wedding photography? We love candid photography too. That means your photographs will be unique just like your wedding.

Deepwell
Chicago, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,250
  • Serves Waukegan, IL

With Deepwell, I do what I do because it means I can be a part of bringing joy on your wedding day. I work to create a collection of memories that will transport you, your loved ones, and your future generations back to your intimate celebration. That means not just getting the standard portraits, but going above and beyond to capture the stunning, private moments that embody the uniqueness and excellence of your wedding day.

Missy Donovan Photography
Geneva, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Waukegan, IL

Hi, I'm Missy! I have a very large, blended family with 7 kids and 7 grandchildren. When we all get together, it’s l.o.u.d.! I’ve been in business for over 13 years and am based out of Geneva, but willing to travel. Some of my favorite things are: McDonald’s Cokes, Anthropologie, Kate Spade anything, a good Reisling, a great sense of humor, finding a great bargain, shopping, big hugs.

Rachel Resterhouse Photo
Chicago, IL
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Waukegan, IL

Born and raised in west Michigan. Received a BFA in both photography and art education from Kendall College of Art and Design, Grand Rapids Mi. Been in Chicago since 2021 and have been honored and touched by photographing my Windy City clients thus far. :)

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Rocio Pagoada Photography
Chicago, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Waukegan, IL

Raised in the Windy City, my passion for wedding photography has taken me all over the United States. I’m a visionary who loves creating beautiful images. I have a keen eye for detail, photojournalism and artistry, therefore your photos will be vibrant and candid. I’d love to meet you and capture your love story and make your wedding photos a dream come true! I'm dedicated to making sure you can look back at these photos and remember your day all over again. No moment missed...

Amanda Evans Photography
Milwaukee, WI
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Waukegan, IL

I’m Amanda, a modern lifestyle and wedding photographer based in Milwaukee, WI. My camera and I love to travel and we’re always up for an adventure! I live for beautiful natural light and candid moments. I aim to capture your most authentic self through everyday life, significant occasions, and all the fun moments in between!

Nikki Allen Creative
Park Ridge, IL
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Waukegan, IL

With a background deeply rooted in the restaurant and event industry, I honed my skills in hospitality. My passion to be the 'hostess with the mostess' has transferred well into the photography industry by making sure that my clients trust me with telling their story. I have a lifestyle and photojournalistic approach, with a creative flare for some editorial looks. I make sure that any outcome is organic. I capture important details and create everlasting moments through photography and videography.

Yogar Photography
Schaumburg, IL
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Waukegan, IL

Event & wedding photography has been my love for many years. I've always left great satisfaction with my clients time and again. Quality and comfort is my utmost priority from start to finish. You are kept in the right spot 'always' on this journey.

Corey Lamont photography
Detroit, MI
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Waukegan, IL

Corey Lamont is known for his exceptional talent in wedding and fashion photography. His work often blends creativity with a keen eye for capturing special moments, whether it's the emotion of a wedding or the elegance of fashion. Lamont's style tends to be dynamic, stylish, and emotive, making his photography stand out in these genres

Virge Simone Images LLC
Miami, FL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,900
  • Serves Waukegan, IL

Hey there, I’m Virge Simone and I want to capture your love story. One of my favorite photos is one of my late grandfather holding my now 19 year old daughter when she was just a few days old. The photo was taken by me and I would guess with a basic point and shoot camera so the quality is not the best, kinda blurry, the colors are washed out but I LOVE that photo. That photo signifies to be to always be present and in the moment, because that’s the last photo I was able to take of my grandfather. As a photographer, that photo tells a story, its dated, its memorable and its timeless.

Brigette Burgman Photography
Saint Charles, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,700
  • Serves Waukegan, IL

Hello! My name is Brigette and I am based out of the Chicago land area, but make it my mission to travel for photography as much as possible! I love the color purple, crazy hats, funk music, & all things outdoors! Traveling is my number one passion! I LOVE connecting with couples and getting to tell their love story authentically. I like to connect my subjects with nature and use natural lighting to create breathtaking images that emphasize my love for the natural beauty we find outside every day!

Poppy Fifteen Studio
Glenview, IL
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Waukegan, IL

Hi, I’m Claudia Kneebone. Wedding & Lifestyle Photographer based in Chicagoland, Illinois. I am a twenty somethin-year-old who lives near Chicago, IL. I enjoy oat milk latte’s, house plants, home decor, colorful florals, reading, and feeding people. I love and serve Jesus. I’m also newly married to my husband Jared who is wonderful and my favorite person to be around. I enjoy capturing moments that are sweet, genuine, and full of love. I like to describe my style as warm, romantic, and emanating joy.

Everlasting Photo
Waukee, IA
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Waukegan, IL

I'm just a chick with a camera in one hand and a white monster in the other. I'm typically the type of photographer who is known for being a hype girl, one of the first to dance floor, and will be your BFF by the time the wedding roles around!

Muskaan Moments Photography, LLC
Palatine, IL
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Waukegan, IL

Hi, I am Habiba. I am a photographer based in the Chicago Suburbs. I would say that I am addicted to taking photos and for that, there is no cure . . . except to take more. Photography started as a hobby for me back in 2013 when I bought my first professional camera. Initially taking photographs of friends and family. I slowly moved onto having my own clientele where I could capture their moments. I work as a consultant at a well-known health insurance company during the week, photographer by weekend, and mommy 24/7.

Emily Finger Photography
Winnetka, IL
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Waukegan, IL

Hi, I'm Emily! If you're here, then most likely you are newly engaged (OMG, CONGRATULATIONS!), or a couple looking to document and celebrate your unique love story, or a significant other looking to capture your getting down on one knee and asking the person you love the most to spend the rest of their life with you. I am HONORED you are thinking of me for these incredible moments!

Marmalade
Nashotah, WI
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Waukegan, IL

Real Emotions. Priceless Memories. Nothing But Love. I strive to create and photograph those key moments that will make your special day come to life, even years later. Your photos should reflect all of the love and excitement you have for your wedding, and that is what I love most…putting all of those emotions into a gorgeous gallery for you to enjoy for years to come.

Good Photography
Olympia, WA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,400
  • Serves Waukegan, IL

I'm Taylor, your favorite irreverent wedding and elopement photographer, dog mom, and the most fun you've had during a photoshoot since, like, ever. I am also an aunt to the three little munchkins in that photo (plus a few others not pictured). I swear, I love to joke around, and chances are I will roast you at some point (it means I like you).

Ann Burton Photography
Skokie, IL
  • Classic style
  • Serves Waukegan, IL

Hi There… My name is Antwonette and I specialize in portrait photography. My photography style is photojournalistic and deeply emotional images that are both fun and true to self. My setting of choice is natural light, however, I aim to deliver beautiful images regardless of the setting.

DARS Photography
Roselle, IL
  • Fine art style
  • Serves Waukegan, IL

DARS Photography is based out of northwest suburbs of Chicago and currently taking reservations for 2019 & 2020 weddings as well as other major photography events. We serve greater Chicago area & the surrounding suburbs. Our team is also available for travel nationwide. We specialize in South Asian and American wedding photography (Hindu, Muslim, Sikh, Arabic, Jewish, Italian, Latino, Polish, Catholic, Hispanic, Filipino, Korean, Vietnamese, Middle Eastern, and many more). We have an extensive portfolio which can be shared upon request. All of our work is artistically retouched and prepared to your satisfaction.

Jenny And Jason Photography
South Bend, IN
  • Fine art style
  • Serves Waukegan, IL

We are a REAL couple who met at one of the best photography schools in the nation where we earned additional degrees in Professional Photography: Jenny with her MFA (like PhD) in Fine Art Photography and Jason with his BFA in Commercial Photography. We've been in business for nearly 12 years and now have our studio, Consultation Office, & editing office all in South Bend, Indiana (Jenny's hometown where we now reside).

That Photographer Jenn
Chicago, IL
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,400
  • Serves Waukegan, IL

I have always loved capturing memories. I learned that from my Uncle Mike. Since he passed away, I have picked up his hobby of capturing people's beauty and the emotions they share in a single moment. I hope I can share that love with you as well! ​ I grew up in the northern suburbs of Chicago, and now I call a cozy neighborhood in Chicago home. When I'm not taking photos, you can find me reading a good book, grabbing drinks with friends, snuggling with my cat, or riding my Peloton!

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Love Elle Photography
Niles, IL
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,750
  • Serves Waukegan, IL

Hey I'm Emily! I LOVE love! I am a hopeless romantic who married my high school sweetheart. There is nothing sweeter than telling amazing stories, creating beautiful memories, and freezing a moment in time. I always cherished those dreamy, timeless photos for myself, and I love nothing more than doing that for my clients. I carefully select the best images that perfectly tell your story and hand-edit each one because these moments will be treasured for the rest of your life. If you’re willing to trust me, all you have to do is be yourself, show some lovin’, and have fun.

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Burning Tree Photography
Chicago, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Waukegan, IL

Capturing special memories in a beautiful, unique way for our clients has always been our top priority. We are storytellers. Every client has their own individual story that should shine bright in every image. This is what touches your heart when you look at your favorite picture of someone. Being able to anticipate moments is our specialty, like the groom who sheds that one tear as his eyes gaze upon his bride to be as she walks down the aisle or the bridesmaid who perfectly executes a high-flying jump in the air to catch the bouquet toss ... and we capture them all.

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Chrystin Melanie Photography
Grand Rapids, MI
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Waukegan, IL

I'm Chrystin Melanie! A Michigan + Florida photographer with an amazing team, specializing in weddings and portraits. I travel all over capturing memories of love. I love communicating best through images and my desire to share that with others is what inspires me. My photography isn’t about perfection but trueness and authenticity. When looking through my camera, I’m looking for that uniqueness that makes you different from everyone else. THAT is the story I’d like to tell.

Boxcar Photography
Denver, CO
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Waukegan, IL

Benjamin and Kelsey met at a coffee house when Kelsey was a cute girl with a camera in hand. Needless to say, they discovered that they had a mutual passion for more than just photography. We are chasers of our next adventure. Whether that be on a windy mountaintop, or in a deep valley for intimate quite moments. We are obsessed with capturing images of our couples that truly resonate with them.

Yeri Photo Co.
Kenosha, WI
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,800
  • Serves Waukegan, IL

I’m Yeri (pronounced yeh-dee), and I’m a photographer based out of a city right in between Chicago and Milwaukee (best of both worlds, if you ask me!). I’m a total extrovert, a big time hugger and totally not your typical show-up-to-a-shoot-and-leave-right-away type of girl. From the moment you inquire, to even after our work together is done, I got your back! We’ll have coffee together (or if it’s an old fashioned, even better!), we’ll talk, we’ll plan and find out how I could best serve you.

Taylor Ford Photography
Van Wert, OH
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $5,200
  • Serves Waukegan, IL

My couples range all the way from attorney’s for the city of Chicago to small town midwest farmers. I’m a good mix of boujee and laidback — a little bit jimmy Choo, a little Lucchese too (but even those boots are pretty boujee.) Needless to say, I’m here for the boujee and the laidback.

ALLIE J PHOTO
Portage, MI
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,650
  • Serves Waukegan, IL

I’m Allie- a midwest portrait and wedding photographer! I capture & share moments and memories that are able to exist outside of time. ALLIE J PHOTO is all about love that is authentic, inclusive, and candid. I am Michigan based but eager to travel!

Snappybytes Photography, LLC.
Wheeling, IL
  • Classic style
  • Serves Waukegan, IL

Hi, I am Harry Pancholy. Photography is my hobby & passion since my childhood. Snappybytes Photography, LLC. was founded in 2008. I am from Chicago, but I travel all around the world to capture your priceless moments. Over the last several years, Snappybytes Photography, LLC has worked with many different clients from different ethnic backgrounds.

HYPER LENS CO.
Palatine, IL
  • Fine art style
  • Serves Waukegan, IL

Anyone Can Take A Picture. Not Everyone Can Bottle Your Truth. Tell your story. We’re real people, and our work is more about holding space for you. Gifting you the room to be as free as you want without any fear of judgment or stress. Allowing you to be your most authentic self. Producing our creative, heirloom-quality photography is only part of it.

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Juan Photographer

5.0

Lincoln Park, MI
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,600
  • Serves Waukegan, IL for additional fees

Hello, I am Juan Amezquita, a professional photographer with over 9 years of experience in the field of wedding photography. My Instagram is juandaphotos_ I take great pride and joy in capturing the intimate and magical moments that make each wedding unique. My passion lies not just in creating beautiful images, but in the opportunity to be a part of a couple's special journey into marriage. I believe that every picture holds a story, and I am here to help tell yours.

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I'm so happy Juan make the video of my wedding he capture the essence of every moment, I can't be choose better... thanks Juan for your work and the love and passion you have doing your work
Luz, 10 months ago
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Tomi Photopositive

5.0

Denver, CO
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,900
  • Serves Waukegan, IL for additional fees

Hello, I'm Tomi! Wedding Photographer based in Denver, Colorado. I capture authentic, creative and emotionally driven wedding moments. My photography style has a good mixture of traditionally posed photos and so many unique candid shots, all edited with the more true-to-life color editing style. My business, Tomi Photopositive, is built around my fun, positive and extrovert personality, that will make you feel comfortable and stress free during your entire wedding day.

Awarded Best of Zola
Tomi is absolutely incredible!! We ended up having to make our wedding smaller and was going to do minimal photos, but Tomi encouraged us to still have a solo session to make the wedding day special. Those pictures are our absolute favorite!!! He made the day so fun and we are so grateful!
Catherine K., a year ago
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Arie T. Photography, LLC

4.9

Lithonia, GA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,895
  • Serves Waukegan, IL for additional fees

Welcome to Arie T. Photography, a black queer woman-owned and operated traveling portrait and wedding photography service based out of the Georgia and Michigan! I've had the honor of capturing all walks of life across the USA with hopes of taking it worldwide. I'm known for my use of natural light, and "unposed” stress-free approach when it comes to my clients. If you feel like you’re awkward in front of the camera, I’ll take that as a challenge to prove you wrong because I can be awkward too.

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Arie was a joy to work with from beginning to end! She was a great communicator from our initial conversation through the delivery of our photos. She helped determine our timeline and kept us on track throughout our wedding day. Arie is truly an artist! We felt completely comfortable and at ease in front of the camera. She gave us just the right amount of guidance in posing to get incredible shots that still look natural. She really captured the essence of the day — love and laughter, and you can feel it oozing from the photos. Our family and friends keep raving about the day and we love to get to relive it again through these amazing images.
Margo & S., 7 months ago
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Arrae Photography

5.0

Grand Rapids, MI
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,400
  • Serves Waukegan, IL for additional fees

My name is Amanda Montgomery and I am Arrae Photography based out of Grand Rapids, Michigan. The name Arrae (pronounced [uh-rey]) came from my first initial and my middle name, Rae, added an extra r and made a new word. I wanted something unique that was also me, the idea came to mind one day and it just fit. Being a photographer is all I've ever wanted to do with my life. When I was 12 I saved up my babysitting money to buy my first 'big time' camera. I formed Arrae Photography in 2003 as a part-time venture while I worked at local photo labs, went full time in 2008.

Awarded Best of Zola
My wife and I had never had professional photos taken before and Amanda instantly put us at ease. She made us laugh through the awkward moments and captured the most beautiful photos of our love for each other (and a few of our pup, too!). From our engagement session to our wedding day to getting our beautiful photos back so quickly, we could not have been happier with our experience.
Nicole C., 2 years ago
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Beck Photo Co.

5.0

Cleveland, OH
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Waukegan, IL for additional fees

Hi, I'm Kristen and I'm so excited you are here! I've been a wedding photographer for 17 years with hundreds of weddings under my belt. Diversity and inclusivity are very important to me both personally and professionally, so no matter who you are I want to document your love story.

Awarded Best of Zola
Kristen instantly made us feel comfortable. Instead of "just" a photographer it felt like we were hanging with our extremely talented friend. The photos turned out beautifully and this speaks to her talent behind the camera as well as her personality. She's got the artistic skills plus the energy you want at your wedding!
Alex D., a year ago
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Laura McMullin Photography

5.0

Arnold, MD
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Waukegan, IL for additional fees

*Now booking for 2024!* Living my best life in suburban Maryland. I love art and being creative, so photography just seemed like the next step after being an actor for 15 years. Storytelling is a HUGE part of my life- whether it’s sitting around the dinner table recounting funny memories or looking at old photographs of my own family. Some of the best stories in the world were told without words. I am a D&D, gaming, and SQL nerd, I have a newfound love of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, and I am a proud plant mom. Never been married before? I'm here to hold your hand.

Awarded Best of Zola
I can NOT express in words how amazing it was having Laura there, a complete stranger to me. She were more than just amazing at capturing our day, she was my calm, my emergency kit, my right hand. Our photos are beautiful. She will always be our go to and be highly recommended by us. Thank you.
Aiyah & B., 3 years ago
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Portraits By Sean

5.0

Pittsburgh, PA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Waukegan, IL for additional fees

I offer Fun, Elegant, and Exciting Wedding & Engagement Photography. I'd love to be your photographer. My style, I'm a photojournalist. I capture styled and candid shots as they happen. Some people say I have a sixth sense when it comes to capturing the perfect moment. I'd say it because I love my job and have had a great deal of practice doing it.

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Sean is an incredible photographer and extremely professional. I can the pleasure of working with him at a wedding in June 2021. He delivers top-notch service and I can't recommend him highly enough. It was a joy to have him around on such an incredible day!
Savannah Butler, 3 years ago
Diana Marie Photography

5.0

White House, TN
  • Classic style
  • Serves Waukegan, IL for additional fees

Hey there! Since you are trusting me to capture these special moments in your life, I figured you should probably know a bit about me, right? I am a Huntsville, Alabama native, but moved to Nashville after graduating from the University of Alabama in 2013. ROLL TIDE! Although I consider Nashville home, I am anything but a homebody. I love traveling and exploring new places (especially the food at those places!). I even studied abroad in Italy, which let me tell you, was a food lover's dream. I have always felt like an old soul trapped in a millennial’s body. I would rather listen to Frank Sinatra than anything on the radio today.

Awarded Best of Zola
My husband and i absolutely love EACH AND EVERY photo Diana took! She is an amazing photographer and she absolutely captured mine and my husband special day the exact way we imagined it would be. She’s truly amazing!
Kendall L., 10 months ago
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Soda Fountain Photo

4.9

Los Angeles, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Waukegan, IL for additional fees

I’m Mysi (pronounced, boringly, “Missy”)! I’ve been at this thing for 12 years and I keep falling more and more in love with it all. Give me intimate micro-weddings, quirky dive bar weddings, raucous South Asian weddings... my team and I absolutely thrive in chaos and emotion. My specialty is catching the moments and those tiny moments in between. ✨✨✨

Awarded Best of Zola
Mysi rolled with all of the changes in chaos of our wedding day like a pro. We are so happy with our beautiful photos! She is so lovely and calm, it makes you feel like you have a friend in the midst of this whirlwind. Hire here. You won’t be disappointed.
Jazmine R., a month ago
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Ali Cushing Photography

5.0

Sleepy Hollow, NY
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Waukegan, IL for additional fees

My name is Ali Cushing, a Sleepy Hollow and NYC-based photographer working across the country and world wide providing documentation and memorializing of your most precious moments for weddings, elopements, engagements, and couples photographer, near and far. My goal first and foremost is articulating your personalities, romance, and every aspect of your event into a visual story you'll treasure long after the reception. I approach each opportunity with personalized care. Whatever your plans, I’d love to be a part of and to document your story. All couples of all genders, ethnicities, ages, faiths, shapes and abilities, are more than welcome.

Awarded Best of Zola
I met Ali Cushing Photography at a recent wedding event and it was a pleasure to have met her. Sometimes it takes a team to make the dream work and she was very helpful and professional in her work. It is clear that she loves and enjoy what she does and it shows in her work. Definitely Recommend!
Rebell Entertainment , a year ago
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Aviva Media Photography

5.0

Brooklyn, NY
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves Waukegan, IL for additional fees

Hi! I'm Sarah. Congratulations on taking the next step in your wedding planning! Choosing to work with me earns you more than just a photographer; you get a hype-girl, a dress fluffer, a confidant and a new best friend. Since we are now future besties, here's what you should know about me: My love for portraiture stems from the joy it brings me to make others feel beautiful. Few things make me feel as giddy as photographing weddings, engagements & proposals, and I can't wait to capture the next stage of your love story. My strengths lie in natural lighting, illuminating colors, and catching the candid moments that make you, you.

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WE HAD SO MUCH FUN! I was a little nervous before our pictures because I didn’t want them to look staged or awkward. Sarah was fun, goofy, and made it easy to be ourselves. She was wonderful to work with! She traveled to meet us for our engagement photos and was flexible with the locations we picked. 10/10 would recommend!
Jessica, 3 years ago
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Gabbie Burseth Photo

5.0

Santa Monica, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6,000
  • Serves Waukegan, IL for additional fees

My name is Gabbie, and I'm a wedding photographer for the couples who seek a non-traditional approach to their big day. I'm a sucker for a candid moment, intimate ceremonies, and black-and-white images from the 1980s. My work is photojournalistic — I approach weddings through a documentary lens, telling the truth with beautiful and timeless imagery.

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We had the pleasure of working with Gabbie for both our engagement photos as well as our day-of wedding photos. 12/10 recommend working with her for both. We had such a fun time working with Gabbie and the photos turned out amazing. She went out of her way to get to know us as a couple during our engagement photo session, and you can tell she kept it all in mind on the day of our wedding. She worked hard to make sure all the special moments were captured, both portraits and candids that we had requested.
Cheyenne M., 2 years ago
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Ari Rosenthal Photography

5.0

Milwaukee, WI
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $950
  • Serves Waukegan, IL for additional fees

I am a person who breathes art in all forms. Visual art, music, behavioral and conceptual. The process of creation has always provided me with great satisfaction and being able to combine the creative process with a service that can bring joy to so many people is tremendously fulfilling.

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Ari and Chris did a spectacular job on our wedding photos. We are thrilled with them and will cherish the photos forever! They were very easy and straight forward to work with. I would 100% recommend them.
Mariel, 9 months ago
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Betrothed to Bones

5.0

Pine, CO
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Waukegan, IL for additional fees

Local to Colorado & native to Indiana I'm a photographer dedicated to helping couples bring their wedding vision to life. I believe that your love story is anything but boring, and your photos should reflect that. With 8 years of experience, I’ve captured clients through fun prompts and welcoming energy. I’m not gonna lie I’m a strong believer in truly connecting with my client. Yes I send ‘<3’ in my emails. Yes I’d love to fan girl over your wedding deets with you! Mimosas? Coffee? I’m down

Sara arrived on my wedding day with advice, tips, and so much peace to add to a chaotic day! Not only that, but she coordinated with my videographer (the day of) to make sure memories were captured seamlessly. I’m forever bragging about the amazing photos and experience I had with Sara!
K. R., 2 months ago
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Mani Pannu Photography

4.9

Westerville, OH
  • Editorial style
  • Serves Waukegan, IL for additional fees

Hi My name is Mani Pannu and I am the owner/primary photographer of Mani Pannu Photography. Founded in 2010, we specialize in weddings, engagements, and other family milestones. With us as your photographer you can be rest assured we will be capturing everything from your breathtaking arrival to the whimsical toss of your bouquet, you will have a collection of memories that last a lifetime. Photographed over 500 weddings and special events over the span of 10 years makes us one of the top preferred photographer for our clients and their friends.

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Great to work with and extremely professional team!!
Tiya P., 9 months ago
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Leah Flores Photography

5.0

Portland, OR
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Waukegan, IL for additional fees

I am a photographer and artist from the Pacific Northwest with Costa Rican and Scottish roots. My favorite things are dinosaurs, exploring new cities, board games, soccer, National Parks, and whiskey. I have been fortunate to photograph 200+ weddings in my PNW home, to ruins in Scotland, cityscapes in Vietnam, to the beaches of Maui, and beyond! I live in Portland, Oregon with my partner, two dogs, and four cats | 🏳️‍🌈🦖⛰️✈️📸⚽🫶🏼🌈🌲🦕🏝 Fun Fact: I was born on Leap Year Day so I turn 9 this year 🥳!

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Leah and her team are professional, easy to communicate with, and wonderful people. On one of the days you will want to revisit for decades, you want images that reflect the emotion and experience of that day. Leah Flores Photography will give you that gift. Look no further for the perfect compliment to your special day. You cannot go wrong by choosing Leah Flores Photography.
Garrett and A., 2 years ago
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Mind Of Mo Photography

5.0

Belle Plaine, MN
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,595
  • Serves Waukegan, IL for additional fees

Mind of Mo Photography offers classical, elegant, personalized Engagement and Wedding Photography. With multiple photographers on staff, we have the experience and availability to make your wedding day unforgettable. Our family run business aims to treat your wedding with as much love, devotion, and care as you do. Our style continues to be relaxed, laid-back, and candid - our edits are natural and we believe couples take the best photos when they are relaxed and having fun! ​We offer affordable options, & payment plans with flexible deposits are always available. We bring a good energy and calming presence to the weddings we photograph.

As the owner of a DJ company I work with a lot of photographers and I have had the privileged of working with Maurissa of Mind of Mo and her team multiple times. They are all so great to work with and I've seen their finished product and it's amazing! Once the dance starts a lot of times the photographer(s) will take a shot or two and leave, but that's not what happened. They are EVERYWHERE! Taking tons of pictures of the fun-filled dance floor for the bride and groom to remember forever. Your vendors can make or break your mood on your special day and vendors like Mind of Mo will make your day. Book them today!
Steve Macke, 4 years ago
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KING PIXXY of GEE Q PHOTOS

5.0

Cincinnati, OH
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Waukegan, IL for additional fees

Before ever shooting professionally I have always found light and people to be very interesting subjects that inspires me to no end. I am often fascinated with exploring the creative possibilities with my subjects and relish in the discovery of undiscovered possibility. I have been featured in New York Times Magazine, Cincinnati Wedding Magazine, Columbus Wedding Magazine Best of Zola 2024, America Wedding Group, Wedding Bug, Kapturly & More

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King was referred to us by our friends and we saw his work, we gave him the wedding contract and it blew our mind. The pictures were spectacular and the video was insanely crystal clear. His price point speaks more volume to his work. He's also very easily to along with and very understandable. He's officially our family photographer.
Benjamin & P., 6 months ago
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Frankely Photography

5.0

Prescott, AZ
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,300
  • Serves Waukegan, IL for additional fees

Photography has been a lifelong passion for me and I truly found my happy place when I started photographing weddings. Capturing every relationship and everything that makes it unique and beautiful make my heart all warm and fuzzy. I am here for all of the silly laughs and intimate snuggles. I am always going to make those around me feel comfortable; this might be by making jokes at my own expense or it could be showing you photos as I take them to make sure you see what a freakin’ BABE you are.

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If I could give Emily and her services more than 5 starts I totally would. Emily exceeded my expectations as our photographer for our wedding. PERIOD. She is very thorough about all the details of your wedding day. It was also like having an experienced wedding planner in my back pocket. She effortlessly makes those in front of the camera lens feel extremely comfortable. (And I’m known for being a shy person) I thought I had all the details planned for my wedding day, however I did not and Emily was right there with me going over the smallest of details that made a huge difference. the. day. of. my. wedding. She makes whoever she is working with feel super confident, giggly, and relaxed. She was always checking in with me the months leading up to my wedding, which was awesome. Most of the time she would reach out first which I appreciate because I was planning my own wedding and was super overwhelmed as it was. So she made me feel reassured and excited at the same time. She genuinely is excited about your event that she is documenting. You can easily see from her work and her ethic just how passionate and talented she is. If you are hesitant, definitely reach out to her. She. Is. Worth. Every. Penny. TRUST ME. I will use Frankleyphotography for all the future milestones in my life. Thank you Emily, for the exquisite way you captured such a magical and memorable day. Words cannot express the gratitude Brenden and I have for you for being a staple piece on the best day of our lives.
Heather and B., 2 years ago
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Lucia Giuseppina Photography

5.0

Snohomish, WA
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,200
  • Serves Waukegan, IL for additional fees

My style is rooted in a editorial and documentary approach, allowing me to narrate your unique love story through timeless images that capture genuine emotions. I prioritize unscripted moments, such as the reaction of your spouse as you walk up the aisle, the inside joke that makes you break out in laughter or the tears as your loved ones share thoughtful memories during toasts. These intimate details hold immense significance to me. As your photographer, I bring a heartfelt and genuine perspective, ensuring that your wedding day is portrayed in a way that truly reflects you and preserves the memories you'll cherish forever.

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I absolutely recommend Lucia for any photography needs - my fiance and I had such a great time during our engagement session. Neither one of us had ever had professional photos taken of us before, so this was new for both of us. Lucia made it feel easy - but most importantly FUN! She was super helpful in picking a location and time that worked best for our needs and style as a couple. She also asked if we had any preference for particular poses, which at the time we didn't, so we followed her lead and absolutely loved the way the photos turned out. We are so excited for our wedding day, and the memories that will be captured beautifully by Lucia.
Alex + C., 2 years ago
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Wandering Creative

5.0

Memphis, TN
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,800
  • Serves Waukegan, IL for additional fees

H1! I'm Laramie Renae, Owner and Photographer at Wandering Creative. I am a Wedding & Documentary Photographer, based in Memphis, TN. I am an avid documentarian, and I cannot wait to capture your day :)

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I reached out to Laramie for my wedding because I wanted someone who fell outside of the typical cookie cutter photography spectrum to capture the details of my micro wedding. I am not the type to enjoy the super posey photographs and prefer to capture moments that are natural and authentic. When I look back through the pictures of our wedding day, I can truly place myself in each moment of time. Our wedding was a fall, moody, intimate occasion and Laramie was the perfect person to be a part of it. She was cool, calm, collected and made sure to capture not only all of the beautiful details but also the sweet quiet moments that you think no one saw. I am blown away every time I look through our wedding albums and I am so glad I chose A Wandering Creative because you can tell she enjoys what she does by all the love she puts into her work. My only regret is not paying for her videography as well. Thank you Laramie, The Turners
Danielle & A., 2 years ago
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Keighla's Fresh Face Photography

5.0

Norwood Young America, MN
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves Waukegan, IL for additional fees

Since 2010, Keighla's Fresh Face Photography has been dedicated to providing custom, modern portraits for clients. I pride myself on pushing my creativity and skill to bring each client an experience and result as special and one-of-a-kind as they are. Keighla's Fresh Face Photography is owned and operated out of a home office in Carver County, MN. Some of the most frequent places I go include: Waconia, Cologne, Carver, Chanhassen, Edina, Wayzata, Eden Prairie, Minneapolis, Rochester and Duluth, Minnesota. Ask about our travel opportunities and we'll chat!

We love, love, loved working with Keighla for our engagement photos, wedding #1, and wedding #2 (2020 covid bride here). I truly wouldn’t have known how to navigate the covid wedding process without her. Beyond that, though, she made my husband and I feel so comfortable in front of the camera, and our relationship, love, and personalities really shine through in her work. Keighla’s work is TIMELESS ART, that is not over-edited like other photographers I’ve seen. (She also photographed both of my husband’s siblings’ weddings as well… our family can’t get enough!)
Brea, 2 months ago
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Right Price Photography

5.0

Vinita, OK
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $600
  • Serves Waukegan, IL for additional fees

We travel Nationally for Weddings and events ❤️ I've been doing photography for 7+ years and branched out into Weddings 3 years ago. We LOVE love! 💕 We are almost ALWAYS running specials & sales!! This year we also branched out into videography ❣️❣️ We would LOVE to help Capture the BEAUTIFUL MOMENTS on your Special Day 💕 We offer: Portrait photography, Boudoir, Weddings/Events, Engagement sessions, Family Sessions, Cake Smash Sessions, Speciality Sessions, & More ❣️

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They were amazing when it came to my big day. Whatever I needed they helped to get it and to make sure my day went great. I even did the boudoir with them and I had an amazing experience. I definitely recommend them.
Monique M., 10 months ago
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1828 Collective

5.0

Charlotte, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Waukegan, IL for additional fees

Hi, I'm McKenna! The person behind the camera and a hopeless romantic. I describe my photography style as candid, romantic, and timeless. My goal is to make a human connection with all my clients and deliver images that you'll love forever. I started 1828 Collective in 2016 after I realized that capturing relationships and telling love stories was my passion. Four years later I'm so in love with my job that I often forget I'm working. I find joy in capturing love, hearing about how you met, and everything in between.

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We could not love our engagement and wedding pictures more! From our first meeting with McKenna she got our vibe and made us both feel comfortable. We don't love pictures of ourselves but McKenna's shots captured our personalities and love for each other and made us feel so good. The only trouble is narrowing down which shots we want to get printed to display in our house! You will not go wrong with 1828 Collective and McKenna!
Mary Thomas K., 2 years ago
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Enchanted Illusions Photo + Film

5.0

Fortville, IN
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves Waukegan, IL for additional fees

Hello! I'm Amelia with Enchanted Illusions Photo+Film! Thank you for coming to my Zola page and checking out some of our work! We are team dedicated to telling your fairytale story from the engagement all the way up to the "I Do's" we want to be able to document every moment throughout. We dedicate ourselves on our attention to detail, organization and our fun-loving attitudes! By the end of the wedding day we won't just be your creative team, but your best friends! I can't wait to chat!

My experience with Enchanted Illusion has been fantastic! Amelia has an amazing eye for how to capture memories on a wedding day. I wouldn't think twice when booking her!
Val Harding, 3 months ago
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Papillon People

5.0

Dallas, TX
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Waukegan, IL for additional fees

Papillon People is a wedding photography company based in Dallas, TX and directed by Kendra Smith Photography. Kendra offers custom packages designed to help you bring all your wedding dreams to life. Package features and options include digital files, printed enlargements, and film photography. Engagement, portrait, and day-after sessions are also available. Contact Kendra today to get started.

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Kendra is so talented and such a delight to work with. She really listens to what you envision and brings it to life. I loved all the in-between moments she caught and how our wedding photos felt so whimsical and candid. Really recommend her for your special day!
Natalie B., a year ago
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Noelle Thies Co.

5.0

Chicago, IL
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $3,377
  • Serves Waukegan, IL for additional fees

I’m a Chicago & Central Illinois wedding photographer dedicated to capturing unfiltered moments and raw emotions in a way that feels genuine, honest and true to your very core. At NTCo. our photography goes beyond mere documentation. It tells a story of real love, connection and intimacy.

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There are not enough kind words to say about Noelle, she was truly incredible to work with. I knew my husband and I wouldn’t be the most natural in front of a camera and she made our sessions SO FUN. You would never know from our photos it was our first time. She did a great job of giving instructions on how to make us look effortless. Our first call (which was over an hour!) I knew we would get along great, we worked together for almost 14 months and I know if I ever need photography sessions in the future she will be the first one I call. She was so quick to turn around photos, we got our sneak peeks before we even got on the plane for our honeymoon! You need to make sure you choose someone special to follow you around all day at your wedding, and we made the right choice. Thank you from the bottom of my heart Noelle!
Emily L, 5 months ago
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Love by Justina

5.0

Framingham, MA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Waukegan, IL for additional fees

LOCATIONS - Offering Special Rates + Airfare Fee Waived) - CA, HI, IL, PA, GA, VA, MD, FL, NV | Hey! Justina here. You'll probably find me at your local thrift shop with my iced coffee in the dead of winter listening to gospel or rnb music in my ear while shopping for records and broken cameras. When i find spare time i play apex legends or attend creative events. my guilty pleasure is reality tv and crime documentaries.

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My fiancé and I hired Justina for our wedding/engagement photos after our friends recommended her! We are so thankful!! Justina is so sweet, so professional, flexible and seriously made our dreams come true!! She saw my vision and truly made it a reality. I could not have asked for better engagement photos and I cannot wait for her to shoot our wedding!
Victoria & S., 9 days ago
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Bridget Caitlin

5.0

Albany, NY
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Waukegan, IL for additional fees

Hi, I’m Bridget — but you can call me Bee, cause that’s what my friends call me! And since we’re basically already best friends, let me tell you a secret: taking pictures isn’t even the thing I love most about my job. Now, don’t get me wrong, I’m as obsessed with taking gorgeous, dripping-in-light photos that you’ll look back on for ages as much as the next photographer. But what I really love? Meeting the most kind-hearted people and getting to know them on a level much deeper than the typical client-photographer relationship.

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My husband and I were married on February 3, 2023 and when I tell you that the best thing we did for our Wedding Day was hire Bridget as our photographer, I am not exaggerating. From the very first response to my inquiry, to our brewery-inspired engagement photos and then to our actual Wedding Day, Bridget was so incredibly warm, thoughtful, and her excitement was infectious! She is the ultimate hype-woman and made us feel so comfortable and so at ease even though we were both terrified to be in front of the camera. Our Wedding fell on the coldest day in decades in Cooperstown, NY and Bridget braved the wind and the snow to get us the gorgeous pictures that we had dreamed of! She truly captured the love and warmth of our Wedding Day and we are so excited to hang these photos in every room of our home! We received Sneak Peeks back within 2 days and then our full gallery within 6 weeks and are in love with all of them, so our only problem so far is choosing our favorites! If you’re looking for a photographer that feels like a friend to capture the most important day of your life, it doesn’t get any better than Bridget Caitlin Photography 3
Kayla N., a year ago
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Milieu

5.0

New York, NY
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Waukegan, IL for additional fees

The word ‘milieu’ defines how we want to capture your wedding: as whole of scenery. Any experience is the result of a series of moments and feeling of our interaction with others. Images can recreate those intangible elements more fully in our mind, allowing us to relive our emotional experience long after the day has ended.

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Salvatore (Milieu) made our wedding day even more special than we could have expected. We LOVED his beautiful and creative ways of capturing our most special moments (if you look at his portfolio, you will know exactly what I mean). He is so very kind, professional, and made us so comfortable. He was so accommodating and helped us come up with a way to get all of the photos we wanted within the time frame we had to work with. I can go on and on about how much we loved working with Salvatore! He is truly a 1 of a kind find and we HIGHLY HIGHLY recommend him!
Danielle and A., 9 months ago
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Sarah Lindholm Photography

5.0

Dallas, TX
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Waukegan, IL for additional fees

I’m sure your mind is racing with all that needs to be planned. It’s all very exciting but it can also be somewhat overwhelming. You’re planning the day that you’ve been anticipating your whole life and yet you only get one shot at it! By the time you get the hang of it, the planning is over! My goal as a wedding photographer is to make this one aspect of the planning process simple. Photography is more than just images, it’s a real part of your day. Not only do you deserve beautiful images, you also deserve an amazing photographic experience.

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I absolutely LOVED working with Sarah as my wedding photographer! From the moment I booked her until the final gallery was delivered, I couldn't have had a better experience. Sarah made everything so fun, made me feel like her most important client, and most of all, genuinely cared about what my husband and I hoped for in our wedding photos. She brought so much energy to our day, and was an absolute joy to hang out with all day. My husband, not one for all the details and photos, even had the best experience of his life with her. Best of all, we are in LOVE with each and every one of the photos from Sarah! Each one perfectly captures a memory and a moment (in the most beautiful possible way) that my husband and I will treasure forever. We cannot recommend Sarah enough!!
Hannah, a year ago
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MKR Photos

5.0

Boulder, CO
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,599
  • Serves Waukegan, IL for additional fees

I am a wedding photographer here to freeze the day of your dreams in time. Whether it’s an intimate elopement by an alpine lake or an epic family affair, I’ve got you covered. That means capturing every little glance in-between moments, the magic in the details - big and small - and then wrapping it all up into a stunning portrait gallery you’ll pass down for generations. Consider me your honorary bridesmaid here to cheer you on, pull the pine needles out of your train… I’m wholly invested in you having the time of your life, and capturing it for you to relive time and time again. I can’t wait to start dreaming with you!

Makaila helped shoot our engagement, elopement, and our wedding reception and all of the photos turned out incredible! She is very flexible with her schedule and had great location recommendations for our engagement photo shoot. She also was willing to drive all the way to Breckenridge to shoot our elopement and in addition to our photos, she helped make an incredible video of our special day. We hadn’t had a lot of experience with professional photo shoots, but Makaila gave us very clear directions and made us feel comfortable with the poses she put us in, which resulted in photos that were better than we could have imagined. We absolutely recommend Makaila to anyone who is looking to get some amazing photos taken!
Lawson F., 2 years ago
Shipwrecked Creative

5.0

Sandusky, OH
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Waukegan, IL for additional fees

Hey there, I'm Chris! I'm not your average wedding photographer—I'm here to make sure your images make your heart skip a beat even years down the line. My goal? To capture your big day in a way that fills you with all the feels, every time you look at those photos. I'm all about having a blast and creating memories that will make you smile from ear to ear. Weddings are all about love, laughter, and those precious moments that take your breath away. And guess what? I'm on a mission to freeze those incredible, candid instants so you can relive them over and over again.

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We've had Chris from Shipwrecked Creative as a videographer for 2 different weddings at SYC. He was always hustling to make sure everything was captured from the small moments to the big ones. The videos turned out great & our brides were thrilled with their final results! Would recommend to all of our couples in the future.
Sandusky Yacht Club, 2 years ago
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MaddyKate Photography

5.0

Talent, OR
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Waukegan, IL for additional fees

HI, I'm Maddalynn. DESTINATION ELOPEMENT AND WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER FROM THE PACIFIC NORTHWEST.  As a photographer, my passion lies in capturing the authentic and genuine moments of life. I aim to freeze time and preserve the memories that bring joy to our lives.  Whether it's a couple celebrating their love, a family creating memories, or an individual embracing their true self, I am committed to capturing the raw emotion and genuine connections in all of my photos. I am honored to be a part of my clients' special moments, I am dedicated to providing them with a personalized and unforgettable photography experience.

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Photography was one of the most important things for my wedding as that’s what you have years later so I was VERY picky when it came to selecting a photographer. I wanted someone I could feel comfortable with that I wouldn’t be awkward around and who could help give elegant and timeless photos in a style my husband and I would like. MaddyKate delivered that. She worked with us about everything from privacy, to added shots, to what kind of feel and photos would be important. She even offered to have a second shooter there for us which was a dream come true for certain photos I had wanted. Overall I would highly recommend and would book her again for photos in the future.
Amber A., 9 days ago
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Kari Bjorn Photography

5.0

West Hartford, CT
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,800
  • Serves Waukegan, IL for additional fees

Hey! I am an Icelandic-born wedding photographer in Brooklyn, NY. My focus is on vibrant images and sincere storytelling — creating images that take you back to how it felt in the moment! Based in Brooklyn, available throughout the US.

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From day one communicating until the finished photos were sent to us, Kari was nothing short of amazing and super talented! We somehow lost one of the letters for our letter board, but Kari assured us he could fix it and the photos came out amazing with no missing letters!
Lutece, 3 years ago
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Iris Rose Photography

5.0

Tucson, AZ
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $825
  • Serves Waukegan, IL for additional fees

I'm a photographer driven by the desire to capture raw emotions and authentic moments. Specializing in emotive and documentary styles, I aim to evoke feelings in viewers through collaborative shoots that align with my clients' visions. With a keen eye for beauty in everyday life, I meticulously edit each photo to stir the soul. Whether amidst the golden hour glow of nature or any chosen setting, I strive to create images that resonate deeply with viewers.

Sarah is one of the most talented photographers I have ever worked with. She photographed our December wedding at Sanctuary Cove. Sarah's skillset is exceptionally versatile. We had a small intimate ceremony held indoors in the small Chapel, followed by photos outside in the sanctuary grounds surrounded by the Saguaro National Park. Her ability to capture the intimacy and closeness of every moment and emotion in each of these settings went above and beyond anything we could have expected. Beyond her skill, Sarah is a joy to work with and she demonstrates her passion for her craft in the energy and kindness she brings to her clients. We would 100% recommend Iris Rose Photography and can't wait to work with her again in the future!
Heather and N., 3 months ago
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AqeelToberia Photography LLC

5.0

Edison, NJ
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Waukegan, IL for additional fees

Aqeel is a photographer from NJ specializing in Weddings/Engagements, Maternity, Headshots, Fashion, and Portraits. Aqeel has shot nearly 50 weddings and has worked as a freelance photographer for several studios in the tri-state region.

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Aqeel was great to work with, professional and creative which is the best qualities one can want in their photographer. Looking forward to working with him again for future milestone photo sessions.
Urooj + W., 5 months ago
Taylor Faith Photo Co.

5.0

Jackson, GA
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $3,300
  • Serves Waukegan, IL for additional fees

Hi! I'm Taylor a Georgia based Wedding photographer, mommy, and cheesecake lover. Obsessed with: Family, Naps, and good books. I’ve been keeping it real since 1997. I started my business when I was just 17 years old. Since then I have turned that small hobby into a full time career photographing beautiful couples love stories. Throughout my 8 years in business, I have been lucky enough to photograph over 200 weddings throughout Georgia and the other southern states.

I have worked with Taylor several Times. She is very professional and easy To work with every time. She goes above and beyond for any couple she is serving!
Patrick , 3 months ago
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AJS Photo

5.0

Fort Wayne, IN
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Waukegan, IL for additional fees

My name is Abby, a Midwest based wedding + boudoir photographer who's really obsessed with her job. I've gotten to see how directly photos can impact people. As we grow up, we realize how priceless photos are and how quality pictures become prized possessions. It's a moment in time you can forever look back on. It's easy to take pictures, but it's hard to capture moments. I'll love making magic with you, because everyone has some magic in them that deserves to be celebrated.

Abby was the absolute best photographer for our wedding! She was organized, prepared, friendly, adorable, overall 10 out of 10! She did a great job directing the room which made the photos a piece of cake! Also, she went above and beyond and was helping me with my dress. Not to mention, the photos are STUNNING! My husband and I would highly recommend her! I’ll definitely use her for any of my upcoming photo needs!
Sarah + S., 24 days ago
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Lissa Chandler Photography

5.0

Fayetteville, AR
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,850
  • Serves Waukegan, IL for additional fees

Hey!! Congratulations and I'm so excited you're here! My name's Lissa (pronounced "Lyss-uh") and photographs are my jam! Also my jam? Bright colors, the lamest jokes, floral everything, weird history, and awesome ghost stories. I'm a total mother hen / perpetual big sister and I'm mom to Max, Henry, and Penelope. I love creating. I garden. I sew. I crochet. I design ridiculously cute tee shirts. But most of all? I freaking love creating photographs. A professional photographer since 2011 (eek!), my photographs are bright, happy, and totally meant to hit you in the feels. But most of all? They're a total party!

Lissa has photographed my family through so many stages of life! From maternity, to newborn, to family photos - she’s been there for all of it! The memories she has captured for us are something I will always treasure (and what I would save from a burning house!). Her enthusiasm and joy are absolutely contagious, and that translates so beautifully into her colorful photographs! Hiring her to photograph us through the years has been one of my best decisions!
Lauren H., a month ago
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Jenni Summer Studios

5.0

Carlsbad, CA
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Waukegan, IL for additional fees

Jenni Summer Studios specializes in dreamy, intimate destination weddings, portraits and fashion editorials through fine art imagery & editorial story-telling. Headquarters in Southern California. Available in San Diego/LA, Oahu-Hawaii & Colorado with no travel fee. Available worldwide for travel & destination weddings.

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Jenni's work speaks for itself, but what you can't see in the photos is her genuine, easygoing nature and her perfect blend of determination and kindness. Her ability to capture the most seemingly insignificant moments and make them extraordinary is truly magic. An absolute delight to work with and a master behind the lens! 10/10 recommend with flying colors!
Christine Poletto, 3 years ago
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MMH Media

5.0

Fishers, IN
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Waukegan, IL for additional fees

Hi there! I'm Madeline, a born + bred Hoosier who has travelled the world but chose to settle down in Indiana’s cozy corner of the Midwest. With 3 kitties, a baby on the way and an amazing husband, life stays interesting for sure! Having captured nearly 100 weddings, it's pretty obvious that I love love. I cherish each + every detail of your love story. I am dedicated to creating images you can look back on (whether it’s after 5 years or 50) to relive in beautiful, cozy nostalgia. Reach out so we can chat your wedding day details, timeline and all the things to capture your day perfectly! -Madeline

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Madeline is wonderful to work with and does fantastic work! She is very responsive and answered all of the questions we had. I think I’m awkward in front of cameras and she made taking photos fun and enjoyable. She is also EXTREMELY helpful in creating a timeline for the day of your wedding. I know who I’m going to for any photos we need in the future- Madeline.
Megan T., 2 years ago
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Backyard Captures

5.0

Springfield, MO
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Waukegan, IL for additional fees

If you love a unique, unforgettable experience, then you've come to the right place! I specialize in photographing adventurous love stories in the most intimate and genuine ways. My bucket list is constantly growing and travel is a huge part of who I am and what I stand for. Whether you choose to elope, have a more traditional wedding day, or even just a romantic couples session, I make it my goal to concentrate on your unique story and really show that love through your images.

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Dylan was so amazing to work with! He made us feel so comfortable and assisted with poses. He had a very speedy turn around with the photos. We highly recommend Dylan! He is most definitely apart of our family now!
Bryana and L., 2 months ago
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The Jeffries

5.0

Huntsville, TX
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,950
  • Serves Waukegan, IL for additional fees

We're just a fun-loving, goofy pair of camera gear loving people who just so happen to be in love. We believe in capturing wedding days as we see them in their organic form showing all the love and laughter with family and friends.

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We loved having them at our wedding! Jessica really stepped in and guided the day along and helped make sure everything was flawless. It was also nice to have her husband hang with the guys and capture their videos of them cutting up! I couldn’t have asked for anyone better. I not only gained some great photos but a lifelong friendship!
Sarah , 6 months ago
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Kyra Lee Photography

5.0

Circle Pines, MN
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Waukegan, IL for additional fees

Authentic moments are what set our hearts on fire! We strive to capture you exactly as you are and bring out your personality. Think of us as your best friends that you haven't gotten to meet yet - we are known for dancing with our couples at receptions, snuggling babies to get a few solo pictures of the parents, and becoming lifelong friends with our seniors. We cannot wait to meet you!

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Kyra was our photographer for our wedding/engagement photos and she was the absolute best. I am honestly not the best at writing reviews, but she made our experience so amazing that I feel like everyone deserves to hear about her! From the instant we met, I felt like we had been old friends. Her kindness made our experience infinitely better because it was obvious that she was genuinely so excited for every part of our big day (which is the kind of energy that everyone needs on their wedding day)! Kyra also went above and beyond with every detail of our photos. She was so good at listening to us, willing to work with us, and wanting to get to know us as people, that she was able to capture our wedding photos above and beyond all of our expectations. I LOVE looking at our BEAUTIFUL photos, and I feel like they are such a good portrayal of the whole day. It takes us right back to all of those precious memories. We really enjoyed our time working with her, and we are honestly sad that we don't get to hangout with her like that everyday!! She is one of the nicest, most genuine, big-hearted people I have ever met. It was such a blessing to have her and her team on the wedding day.
Taylor and O., a year ago
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Evan Taylor Studio

5.0

Greenville, SC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Waukegan, IL for additional fees

We are photographers for hire with a love for candid moments and a modern, fine art aesthetic. Evan is your point person and lead photographer. He has been shooting weddings, portraits, and brand work for over 6 years. Gabrielle’s background lies in visual arts and theatre, and comes well into play during creative decision making. Her attention to detail and eye for beauty is unmatched. We look forward to partnering with you to create and capture, whatever the story.

We hired Evan and Gabrielle for our Spring 2024 wedding in Asheville. From the time we booked them, up until the gallery delivery, they were always super consistent with communication and delivered us the most beautiful wedding photos we could have asked for. In looking for a photographer we had a pretty specific style and sentiment we wanted to capture, and Evan executed on it perfectly. They are pretty delightful people too which is an added bonus!
Lucy N., 7 days ago
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The Wedding Avenue

5.0

Fishers, IN
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,300
  • Serves Waukegan, IL for additional fees

Hello! It is our pleasure to meet you here! The Wedding Avenue is a company with many years of experience. Its founder, Ilia, has been taking wedding photos for 10 years and has assembled a team of professionals to provide the highest level of wedding photos and videos. In The Wedding Avenue you will find not just wedding vendors, you will meet people who live their business and are ready at any moment to answer questions and help achieve the best result. We know and understand that the Wedding Day is one of the most exciting and unusual days for you and we are ready to provide maximum support!

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That was a pleasure to work with the team of the Wedding Avenue. The team is working professionally and guys were very helpful to us. I will always recommend them for collaborations and work together! Best regards, Elijah.
Sweet Memories & Co., 9 months ago
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Fika Foto - Wedding & Couple Photography

5.0

Seattle, WA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Waukegan, IL for additional fees

Hello, I’m so glad you’re here! My name is Will & capturing the humanity of moments is what fuels me. The hugs you can feel, the soft touches, the tears falling, the never ending smiles, the moments between mom & dad - those are the ones I want to capture! More of what it FEELS like not just what it looks like. Telling stories has always been my favorite, but words tend to get lost or forgotten so I tell them the best way I know how - through photographs!

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Will was incredible, easy going, and the photos speak for themselves! What we didn't expect, and were delightfully surprised with, was his kindness and willingness to accommodate our requests throughout the whole planning process. He truly went above and beyond to help make our big day very special!
Amanda C., 3 years ago
Madysen Kuhstoss Photography

5.0

Greenwood, IN
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Waukegan, IL for additional fees

I’m Madysen (yes s-e-n) Kuhstoss (try saying that with mispronouncing haha)! I'm 4'11 (so close), but try making up for my height in my personality; you could almost call me your "mini-hypewoman"! I’m based in Indianapolis but always willing to travel when documenting your love story! My husband Collin and I got married in the middle of April 2021 and we have a little corgi named Leo who we are crazy for! A few of my favorite things are Jesus, thriller movies/tv shows, coffee dates, sweatpants, Texas Roadhouse, and my amazing clients! That's me in a nutshell, but I can't wait to hear about you!

My wife and I love working with Madysen. We had multiple paid sessions for all of our recent important life events: engagement photos, wedding day photos, and even house closing day photos. Fun, motivated, and does a great job directing to get beautiful photos 10/10 would recommend to my family/ friends/ strangers and 10/10 will call Madysen again to document other milestones
Mark S., 7 months ago
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Sollie Photography

5.0

Staunton, IL
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,950
  • Serves Waukegan, IL for additional fees

Heyo! I am a lady (she/her) that adores photography. I describe my style as eclectic classic. I absolutely cover the basics, but add in a lot of fun and creative shots too. I am based out of Central Southern Illinois, but I am willing to travel to any location.

We were very satisfied with the quality of the pictures. She was very professional but in the same time, friendly, that we were so comfortable posing and getting our pictures taken. She captured so much of our special moments during our wedding. I highly recommend her and will be calling on her again for any other special occasions.
Joe & S., a month ago
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Lee Media

5.0

Tempe, AZ
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,900
  • Serves Waukegan, IL for additional fees

Lee Media is a full-service production company based in Mesa, AZ that is passionate about capturing special moments in creative and memorable ways. We have a team of professional photographers, cinematographers, and editors who are dedicated to providing you with excellent photos and videos that you will treasure forever. We offer photography and cinematography collections at various price points. Regardless of which collection(s) you choose, you can be sure that the team at Lee Media will work hard to preserve lasting memories that capture the essence of your special day.

I am so glad we listened to the advice of our friends and family and hired a videographer—and James Lee Media absolutely exceeded all our expectations! From our initial phone call, to the follow up calls closer to our wedding day, to the experience we had with the videographers on wedding day, we were constantly impressed by the professionalism and friendliness we were met with. The team listened to our ideas and inspiration and created something that we could not have even dreamed up. They listened to all of our input, while still using their own artistic creativity to produce something absolutely stunning. Our wedding film feels so “us” and perfectly captures our day. We are so grateful to have this video to watch forever and be reminded of the best day of our lives. Thank you SO much James Lee Media for doing such an absolutely incredible job!!
Tara Thurman, a month ago
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ap FILM & PHOTO

5.0

Cedar Rapids, IA
  • Starts at $2,600
  • Serves Waukegan, IL for additional fees

I’m Ashlee - owner of ap FILM & PHOTO and I’m so glad you found me! Based out of Cedar Rapids (born, raised and stayed) but I’m down to go anywhere our hearts desire. My photography style is joyous, candid and it looks moody and bright all at the same time. If that’s what you’re after - let’s get started!

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Ashlee is seriously one of the best photographers around! She's fun, outgoing, willing to try new things, and always brings good energy to a wedding, and all the clients I've seen work with her end up becoming good friends with her too.
Voigt Media, 2 years ago
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Andrea Neff Photography

5.0

Tempe, AZ
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,800
  • Serves Waukegan, IL for additional fees

In 2021 I quit my day job to pursue my long time love of wedding photography full time... and it's extremely safe to say I have no regrets! I've met the most incredible people through this job, and it fills me up knowing I can give what feels like the ultimate creative gift. I come from a small Illinois town with a large extended family and a circle lifelong friends who might as well be blood. My community, the people I love, and the little things that bond us together mean everything to me. Let me help you celebrate you and yours!

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Andrea has the most electrifying energy! She is always on top of everything and captures those in between moments you wouldn’t even think of. She is so much fun to work with and delivers great quality work! As a fellow photographer finding someone you trust to work along side is key. Not only would I recommend her to couples for their weddings but I would also recommend getting the opportunity to work with Andrea! She is a gem and deserves 10/5 stars!
Taryn Schae Photos, a year ago
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A.R. Clark Media

5.0

Bangor, ME
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves Waukegan, IL for additional fees

Hello! My name is A.R. Clark. I am a photographer and videographer from Bangor, Maine. I love the joy that comes with capturing these magnificent days, and I aim to show everything about your wedding in gorgeous tones and lighting. My style is best described as vintage with influences from old hollywood. I have worked every type of wedding and I love to travel!

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It was very important to me to have a wedding with a vintage look, and A.R. knew exactly what we wanted. He shot our wedding on a mix of digital and film and had tons of advice on how to style the lighting so that we could have a classic look. He was really polite and super easy going.
Sophie N., 9 months ago
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Caitlin Mathews Photography

5.0

Wellington, CO
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,250
  • Serves Waukegan, IL for additional fees

I have been a wedding photographer for the last 10 years between Texas and Colorado. I currently travel between both capturing weddings and events all over the country. I love wedding photography because you get to be part of a life event and capture all of those moments.

Working with Caitlin is an absolute dream! She is extremely talented, passionate and knowledgeable! She continues to learn and educate herself within the industry. With tons of experience she has put my mind at ease. I would recommend her to any and all people!
Kylee , 4 months ago
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Anna Schmidt Photography

5.0

Washington, DC
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $7,500
  • Serves Waukegan, IL for additional fees

I'm a DC-based luxury wedding photographer with 13 years of experience. Published in magazines like Vogue & Brides, I focus on photographing expertly designed & coordinated events & take on a limited number of weddings per year. I am very intentional in my approach, but I also aim to make your experience comfortable, fun, & stress-free! My vivid signature editorial photography style is a blend of modern portraiture & candid photojournalism, and my images are light-filled, romantic, & elegant. It is my ultimate goal to capture the joy you experience on your wedding day so that you can relive that feeling through your photos for years to come.

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Anna is absolutely incredible! From our first interaction to even post wedding she has been a dream to work with. Anna is someone you can trust with anything! Not only was she an amazing photographer capturing both our engagement and wedding photos, she was also there to provide advice and even vendor recommendations. (she was the foundation of our dream team!) We can't thank her enough for all that she has done for us and for capturing the most beautiful memories. She is the BEST!
Kaitlyn F., 3 months ago

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About wedding photographers in Waukegan, IL

How much does a wedding photographer typically cost in Waukegan, IL?

A Waukegan, IL wedding photographer ranges from $220 to $20,000 and averages at $2,800. The cost reflects the number of hours included, if there is a second photographer, any prints or albums, and, most importantly, the experience of the photographer. But every snapshot they take is a priceless memory of your big day — way better than your bestie's blurry smartphone pics, right?

Do most photographers include a second photographer?

97% of photographers in Waukegan, IL offer a second photographer, although it typically depends on the package you book! Second photographers are helpful because one person can’t be everywhere at once, and the second photographer ensures all the details are covered.

Which are the most popular photographers in Waukegan, IL?

Some of the most popular photographers in this area include JZ Studio Photography, Imagesxpert Media and Ashley Cynthia Photography.

What else should I keep in mind when booking a wedding photographer?

Are you interested in an engagement shoot as a test run? Drone photography? Wedding albums? All helpful things to ask about when you’re considering which wedding photographer to book!

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