Editorial Wedding Photographers in Lake Bluff, IL

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JVaughn Photography LLC

5.0

Huntley, IL
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,300

Based in Huntley, IL, JVaughn Photography LLC adores producing stylish wedding images for couples to cherish. Serving special occasions in the Windy City and beyond, skilled photographer Justin Vaughn has a captivating style that will surely charm you and your partner. Justin is committed to providing you with a collection of pictures that keeps all of your magical moments of matrimony alive forevermore. JVaughn Photography LLC is available for weddings across the USA and worldwide. Justin can adapt his style to suit your aesthetic preferences, specializing in artistic, documentary, and modern photography styles.

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2020 was a difficult year for many reasons, but weddings were especially tough to make happen in this calendar year. But what made it even more difficult was having to plan 2 different weddings. The first being a 10 month planned wedding in Joshua Tree, California, until we had to cancel it due to COVID in November a month before it was supposed to happen. My now husband and I scrambled to reset for a smaller ceremony in Illinois instead to allow at least his family to attend and have it at his sister's home in Huntley, IL. We only had one month to reset. One of the most important things for us was photography, and although we had spent most of our savings on the cancelled wedding and we had no hope in recovering most of that back or even soon enough to help with the 2nd wedding, we knew we had to put forth the money and make the right choice for a photographer to document our day as best as possible so that our love ones who couldn't make it could experience that day through the right lens. Justin Vaughn of JVaughn Photography LLC was the right lens and so much more! He worked very closely with us via online google meetings, with a minor setback, which was we couldn't have an in person engagement photo session with him (since we were based in Wyoming and wouldn't arrive in Illinois until closer to the ceremony). Justin prefers to complete an engagement photo session, which comes already included in a lot of his packages, before the wedding to get to know us as a couple and make sure we get the shots we prefer. However even without the engagement session, through our online meetings, we were able to discuss who we are and Justin had that personal touch as though we were talking to an old friend. We established the narrative and story telling that we hoped to have for the day. Justin took detailed notes and had a list of shots to take for the day. But his improvisation and artistic eye was also excellent and he captured moments that we had never thought of that were so beautiful and amazing. In addition to the photography he also did minor videography to provide us a highlight reel, which was beyond what we expected! Throughout the day he was also very much a ninja in capturing the right moments beautifully without obstructing the views of guests present. I would recommend him for any photography need, he truly is an artist that captures the moments you wanted and so much more!
Jenny+Andrew, 2 years ago
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Bozena Voytko Photography

5.0

Buffalo Grove, IL
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,100

I believe that every picture I take and give you should be frame-worthy. Give me beautiful light and good vibes and I'm set to go! Looking forward to hearing your story, getting to know You better and creating memories for you! If you are looking for a fine art wedding photographer in Chicago I would love to hear from you!

We have had the pleasure of working with Bozena and her team - Bozena Voytko Photo and Video- for multiple events and we always enjoy a professional and personal experience. She is available and eager to talk through all the little details of an event and offers helpful suggestions to making the day flow as seamlessly and beautifully as possible. We highly recommend Bozena Voytko Photo!
Elisabeth, 4 years ago
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Korto Photography
Barrington, IL
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,075

Hi, all. I've been a professional photographer for well over a decade. I have a background in fashion/art photography and have a love for love. If you hire me I will try my very best to capture YOU in your images.

Roni Rose Photography
Lake In The Hills, IL
  • Editorial style

I am Roni; A tattooed, swearing, wedding photographer that loves art and fucking hates romantic comedies. Growing up, I enjoyed writing private memoirs of getting gas at the gas station, or describing in length the way the lady at the grocery store rang out the customer in front of me; All seemingly mundane interactions that I found so genuine and fascinating. When I finally picked up a camera, I found a way to be an observer of the moments that make our time on this planet worth it - the life changing moments, the deliciously mundane moments, and everything in between. There's nothing else in the world that I'd rather do.

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Latek Photography

5.0

Chicago, IL
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves Lake Bluff, IL

Hi! I’m Connie! First of all congrats!🍾 ✨Thank you for visiting my profile and considering me as your photographer! I am so excited for your big day! Here are some things you might wanna know! I’m not typical photog- I don’t just arrive on your day, leave after few hours, and deliver few months later! I’m there for all the moments leading to the big day! You can hit me up any time- we can brainstorm all the ideas, timelines, all the tiniest details! I am a fan of Pinterest vision boards, sending each other tons of messages and be open about EVERYTHING! This is your day! Let’s make it all about YOU!

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Later photography is the best when it comes to capturing your most important moments . Most professional work , great communication and there’s never a moment that where you regret choosing her as your photographer!
Silvana, a year ago
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King & Opal

5.0

Oak Park, IL
  • Editorial style
  • Serves Lake Bluff, IL

For the wild, in love. Chicago-based wedding + elopement + portrait photographers who've been toting cameras around for 20+ years. We ardently believe that photographs reveal how truly rich reality is. With a passion for creative experimentation, we use both analogue & digital processes while leveraging best-in-class cameras & equipment to create imagery that is timeless in character and emotion, without sacrificing modern capabilities and quality. Get in touch for pricing, or if you just want to connect more directly. Always happy to chat!

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Mariah with King and Opal photographed our cozy, winter Chicago wedding this year. Words cannot express how wonderful it was working with her for our special day! Our experience was better than we could have ever imagined. From our initial meeting, we immediately felt comfortable. Mariah is easy-going but still made sure we had everything organized for our big day. She provided a very helpful template to make sure we covered all shots and provided numerous tips. She was always readily available by email, phone, zoom to answer any question/concerns. As for the big day, everything flowed with ease. She kept us on our timeline and made sure we made it to all our stops. Mariah was easy to work with and blended well with our guests- we received so many compliments. She made us feel so comfortable and confident. Our pictures are amazingly beautiful!!! She captured our day perfectly. Her work is so different in her unique approach to details. We did not want a cookie cutter photographer and she hit the vibe perfectly- romantic, sexy, fun, and classic. We would highly recommend King and Opal for weddings and/or other important events. We are beyond grateful that she worked with us and was able to capture the best day of our lives. Thank you, Mariah!
Jennifer B., 6 months ago
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Love Knot Photography

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Lake Bluff, IL

Hi, I’m Isaac. In my world, light is everything. The cool ambient hues at dawn, hinting at what the day may bring. Golden sun rays catching particles through a tree as friends gathers to celebrate. A Cotton candy sunset peppered by patio string-lights as a DJ plays my favorite song. We all have timeless memories logged in our minds. For me, they are based in a language of light. As a wedding photographer, this deep connection to special lighting helps me produce dynamic visual stories of romance, personality and beauty.

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A few things that stood out the most about Isaac were how responsive he was, how he was able to accommodate to our budget, and how he took pictures from angles and views that turned out great on the photos. As a couple with demanding careers, I much appreciated how quickly Isaac was with replying to emails. We had a pretty tight budget, and Isaac was able to offer us a package that landed pretty close to our budget and only had the items that we needed the most (mini engagement photoshoot for the website and wedding day). Our ask for him was to get some candid shots as we feel pretty awkward in front of the camera. I personally think that the wedding day pictures came out more naturally because of the setting being surrounded with friends and families, and Isaac and Sushen did a great job capturing the candid moments beautifully. Isaac even had an idea for me to pose by climbing up a wooden stair ladder for a shot that I honestly wasn't sure how it was going to turn out while doing it, but it ended up turning out beautiful and magazine-like. Isaac put together a behind the scenes video that also showed the reactions of guests to our photo place cards before we had entered the reception area, and this was lovely in that we got to see our guests' reactions that we weren't able to see. The only minor feedback would be that for the large group photo that was requested prior to the wedding (all 75 guests in one group picture after the ceremony) wish there had been more directions given to guests to follow (using the mic that I had offered for directions to be shared aloud) how to come together / move around in an organized and efficient way that would work for the pictures. But overall, it has been a great experience working with Isaac for these past several months and we are very happy with his work that captures the moments of our special day in a soft and hear-warming manner.
Rafy and I., a year ago
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Olker Wedding Photo

5.0

Brooklyn, NY
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Lake Bluff, IL

Heather has been shooting weddings for the past decade and is an award-winning photographer. Her work has been published in fashion-forward magazines and exhibited at Scope, Miami, FL, Woman Made Gallery, Chicago, IL, New Apostle Gallery, New York, NY, and other galleries. Olker Wedding Photo was featured on Zola as a preferred vendor and the business has earned “The Best of Weddings” award and the “Couple’s Choice” award. She is an expert in her field and holds a Master of Fine Art in Photography from the School of Visual Arts.

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Heather gave us the best photography experience we've ever had, especially considering how camera shy my fiance and I generally are. She really took the time to get to know the two of us as a couple through zoom calls and was always very understanding and enthusiastic. Not only were her people skills great, but her level of professionalism and quality of photos really showed. She presented us with dozens of amazing shots and provided suggestions that helped us pose within our comfort zones when we were taking photos. We never felt rushed and you could feel the love and hard work she puts into her creations. Definitely recommend working with her to anyone looking for someone down to earth, and delivers high quality work :)
MC, 2 years ago
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Captured Couture, LLC

5.0

Chicago, IL
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,195
  • Serves Lake Bluff, IL

So there’s no “I” in team right?! While Captured Couture is the product of years of hard work that I built from the ground up. I have an amazing team because sometimes takes more than just me. For larger events or on occasions when I am already booked one of my team members will gladly assist with your event. We’ve covered hundreds of weddings together, and have refined our editing style and way of shooting to be completely consistent. You won’t be able to tell the difference. Pinky promise! No matter where you’re planning from when it clicks, it clicks.

Jennifer and her team went above and beyond on our day. Can't recommend them enough!
Alyssa, 2 months ago
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Wedding Studio Pro

5.0

Bloomingdale, IL
  • Editorial style
  • Serves Lake Bluff, IL

Wedding photographers for the genuine, modern and madly in love.​ At Wedding Studio Pro, we place a great emphasis in understanding your vision for your big day and make it our mission to capture your precious moments as they naturally unfold. By selecting Wedding Studio Pro, you are not just getting a service but you are investing in your priceless memories​

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Words cannot express how much we enjoyed having Wedding Studio Pro provide videography & photography services for our wedding. The photography was stunning and the amount of people who reached out to us after seeing our video was crazy. Many of our family and friends commented how beautiful our wedding video was. Check their Instagram page @weddingstudiopro to view. We highly recommend them.
Jen, 5 months ago
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Hello Hana Photography

5.0

Milwaukee, WI
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Lake Bluff, IL

Hey there, Hana here! I’m a Milwaukee based wedding and elopement photographer and the face behind Hello Hana Photography. Since starting my photography career, my number one goal has always been to make sure couples are 100% comfortable in front of my lens. Forget the days of stiff posing & fake smiles - NONE OF THAT HERE. I’m all about capturing the raw and real moments. The moments that you’ll look back years from now and still be able to relive every single second. Your wedding day is about YOU and I am determined to help make that happen. I truly believe that your wedding day should be unique and special, just like your love story.

Awarded Best of Zola
My husband and I absolutely loved how our pictures turned out and the whole process itself. My husband was sweating being nervous to doing a photo shoot and Hana made it so easy and comfortable. Our photos were stunning and we had so much fun taking them
Victoria S., 2 years ago
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Anna Elisabeth Photography

5.0

Lexington, KY
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,200
  • Serves Lake Bluff, IL

I specialize in capturing authentic moments and genuine emotions through a storytelling + editorial style approach - I celebrate the beauty of moments that sing, people who dance, and the essence of love. I can promise every shot will tell a tale that lingers in the heart! I cannot wait to tell your story!!

Where to begin?! Anna made my wedding day MAGICAL! Our photos felt like actual works of art, yet somehow were captured in such a natural way. She was the one decision I made as far as vendors go that I actually felt peace with. I had zero doubts she would make mine and my husbands day so special, and she truly did. I feel like I'm transported back into time every time I look at our photos!
Ashley, 2 months ago
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Daria Orlova Photography

5.0

New York, NY
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Lake Bluff, IL

Based in the US, Fall Marigold Photography is skillfully led by the accomplished Daria, where the artful fusion of classic, timeless, and modern elements in luxury wedding photography is expertly curated. With a discerning attention to detail, the essence of your special day is gracefully encapsulated, crafting images that exude the enduring grace of classic moments while subtly incorporating hints of modern refinement. The outcome is a meticulously crafted collection of photographs that not only narrate your individual love story but also encapsulate the emotions and aesthetics that uniquely define your remarkable journey.

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Daria from Fall Marigold Photo has been great for our team and other vendors during the day. She quickly made friends with us and the coordinator and helped navigate around the events of the day. Daria was very considerate of the videography so we all managed to get exactly what we need. We highly recommend Daria to any vendor and couple looking for a smooth experience :)
White Valley Video, 10 months ago
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Alana Lindenfeld Photography

5.0

Chicago, IL
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $7,000
  • Serves Lake Bluff, IL

Six years of taking bright, colorful, fun wedding photos in the city has taught me how to deliver a complete gallery of your day told in an artistic, meaningful, and unobtrusive way--because I'm here to document your day, not to direct it. As much as I love taking photos (it's truly my favorite thing in the world!), I believe your wedding is about celebrating all your people being in the same place at the same time + kicking back and enjoying while I make sure all those memories are on camera.

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Alana did our engagement pictures on location in Joshua Tree. She’s super friendly and communicates very quickly and efficiently with her clients. She did an amazing job getting lots of natural candida and a fantastic job editing them! We got the pictures in a reasonable time frame, and are so happy to have these as memories. Definitely recommend her!!
Aarti and B., 4 years ago
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John Foley Photography

5.0

Chicago, IL
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,800
  • Serves Lake Bluff, IL

Hi! I'm John, a wedding photographer based in Chicago, IL. I believe deeply that great wedding photography is about creating imagery that is as visually compelling, as it is emotionally significant. Weaving the images together to tell unforgettable stories. My distinct 'documentary meets fine-art' style is a product of my unrelenting commitment to my craft and the complete trust that my couples place in me. I primarily cover weddings in the Chicagoland area, but I will travel to any destination worldwide for those seeking an adventure.

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John was an amazing photographer! He was always communicating with us before and during the wedding. He was always available to talk which for a nervous bride helped a lot. During the wedding, he was very professional. He made sure we got the shots we wanted but respected our parents when they asked for extra shots. He came up with shots we never thought of that turned out to be our favorites! Hire John for all your special functions! I know we will be reaching out again to him.
Shannon M., 10 months ago
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Mouna Photography

5.0

Franklin, WI
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Lake Bluff, IL

Hi! My name is Mouna, I am a wedding and lifestyle photographer. I love a beautiful smile, a good book, green tea, watching the sunrise, and photography. I am a life seeker, a dreamer, a giver who express gratitude towards beauty, relationships, love and laughter through my lens. I've studied and practiced photography for over ten years. I would love to get to know you, listen to your story, meet your family, and to be part of the team you’re putting together for your big day.

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Mouna is a professional with a vision. She is efficient and so easy to work with. She makes photos a breeze and you'll feel comfortable and relaxed for any session you choose to have with her. She has an eye for detail and she is so kind. I honestly can't wait to work with her again.
Michelle Hamlin, a year ago
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LT² Photography

5.0

Syracuse, NY
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $6,500
  • Serves Lake Bluff, IL

I'm LaDonna, a dedicated photographer who delights in celebrating couples from all walks of life. Hailing from New England, I take pleasure in highlighting the unique charm of each location I'm privileged to photograph and happily make myself available to travel wherever love takes you. My mission is simple yet profound: to create timeless artwork that reflects the love and individuality of every couple I meet. My commitment to excellence ensures you receive exceptional photos, videos & a truly memorable experience. When I'm not capturing beautiful moments, you'll find me savoring fine wine and crafting to my heart's contentment.

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LT² Photography did a great job at our wedding. LaDonna truly went above and beyond to make sure that we have beautiful memories of our day. I’m so grateful that she encouraged us to get prints and wall art for keepsakes and decor in our home. Since we put our picture on the wall our dining has never looked or felt better. It just feels more like us now. She communicates so well and helped us stay organized and even sent us a budget calculator to help us manage our wedding finances- we didn’t even know we needed a budget tool until we started using it. I wish we hadn’t opted out of their videography service, but she gave us a highlight video anyway! I can’t say enough good things - my husband and I are just so impressed and glad we chose to work with LT2 Photography for our wedding.
Isabelle, a year ago
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Bogdanov photography

5.0

Chicago, IL
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Lake Bluff, IL

Bogdanov Photography is a wedding photography business located in Chicago, Il. This company serves the city of Chicago and surrounding areas while also being open to covering other United States destination weddings. Originally from Crimea, owner and operator Svyat has photographed over 600 weddings during his career in various places around the world. With his focus on candid emotions and heartfelt interactions, he will work to give couples tailor-made wedding albums a beautifully candid tone.

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Svyat is amazing! Do yourself a favor and book him as soon as possible. Svyat is SO easy and fun to work with. Our engagement session was a blast. He made everything so easy, light hearted, and comfortable. We laughed the whole time. When we saw our pictures, we were completely blown away! He is an incredible artist. His art speaks for itself!
Christi, 8 months ago
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Trysh Jaeger Photography

5.0

Crown Point, IN
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Lake Bluff, IL

I have been a professional wedding photographer for 19 years and couldn't possibly have a better career! I love getting to know each couple, their friends and their families. I love spending the happiest day of their lives with them and capturing every amazing, heart-felt moment.

If you are looking for the best wedding photographer in the biz, look no further! From the moment you hire Trysh she takes control and eases the stress of a very stressful day! Her professionalism shines through and you will be left with lifelong memories. I can't decide which photos to frame because I love them all! I highly recommend her to all my friends!
Lisa, 3 years ago
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505 Media Co

5.0

Kissimmee, FL
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Lake Bluff, IL

Hello we are a husband and wife company. We have covered over 1000 wedding in less than 5 years all across the USA, Canada, and Mexico. We love to travel to so much that we keep our prices affordable giving us the opportunity to cover all over the USA (no travel fees). Our most popular package is our Red carpet giving our clients up to 10 hours of photo and video coverage, 505+ edits, and 2 wedding videos (with the whole ceremony). Check out our FB or Youtube for HUNDREDS of weddings we shot in the past.

505 media was just our photographers and videographers for our wedding on January 6, 2024! They were amazing you could tell they love what they do. They helped keep everything in order and gave us ideas for poses and made things very easy for the big day! Would definitely go with them again for big parties in the future!
Taylor Faughnder , 5 months ago
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Kelli and Josh

5.0

Houston, TX
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $20,000
  • Serves Lake Bluff, IL

Kelli and Josh are a sought-after international photographer team specializing in a unique combination of editorial and photojournalistic photography. Their expertise in each of their skillsets give them a timeless yet beautiful look to their photography. They have photographed weddings and events in over 42 countries across the world and have been named by BRIDES magazine as one of the top wedding photographers in Houston.

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Kelli and Josh are incredibly kind and genuine people that make wedding day easy and fun. I have worked with them on multiple weddings and thoroughly enjoy them each and every time. Plus, their end product is amazing! Highly recommend!
Belle Events- Victoria, 2 years ago
Ten Thirty Four Photography

5.0

Grand Junction, MI
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,600
  • Serves Lake Bluff, IL

I started my photography business having a passion for capturing pure emotions and real life moments. I love capturing the essence of people, love and the characteristics that define them both. Being able to visualize a bond between people and bring that to life through a photo is what I set out to do, no matter what moment I am capturing!

I highly recommend Liz! Not only is her work phenomenal, but she is also so friendly, down-to-earth, and has the best energy! You can't go wrong in choosing Ten Thirty Four Photography for your big day!
Jordan Ciampa Artistry, 3 months ago
Kayla Hurst Photo

5.0

Milwaukee, WI
  • Editorial style
  • Serves Lake Bluff, IL

Hi! I'm Kayla - a traveling Milwaukee wedding photographer - and I'm going to make you cry. Wait, what? Don't worry, not in a bad way. Most of my couples say they cry when receiving their wedding photos from me for the first time. Five, ten, fifty years down the road when you open your wedding album, bet I'll get you again. You'll still be surrounded by your loved ones - remembering the happy tears and laughing until your belly hurts - just as you did on your wedding day.

Kayla is fantastic! The amount of preparation and attention to detail that goes into planning a wedding is tough. However, Kayla made the photography piece so easy- I never worried about whether I made the right decision on a photographer. From engagement photos to wedding day-Her resources she provided are so helpful in planning out the wedding day timeline start to finish and made us feel prepared. Along with her overall support leading up to the day- I felt like her approach was so individualized for us as a couple. Not only did she honor our requested highlights for the day, she offered an extra little preview/short collection of phone videos to show my mom- who unexpectedly wasn’t able to attend our wedding due to hospitalization. Now, this could very well be a norm of Kayla’s but it felt so personalized and special- I would have never known otherwise. They say you get what you pay for, but I think Kayla is a steal. There are so many good shots to choose from in our gallery and we have gotten SO many compliments on our photos and Kayla- highly recommend!
Kari W., 2 months ago
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Klump Image

5.0

Milwaukee, WI
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,600
  • Serves Lake Bluff, IL

I began, 2017; ‘Editorial Fashion’ working with modeling agencies. Then doing my 1st wedding by request in Taiwan for a Luxury Editorial style wedding. I completely fell in love with wedding imagery and the process that all goes into the experience. From there ‘I’ became ‘we’ as my team grew. Having refined our Luxury Editorial Image over the years!

Britney was helpful in several ways, I couldn’t imagine my wedding day without her! She over delivered! The end results are amazing, literally could not have found a better photographer and group to be there to capture my wedding day. Highly recommend talking with Britney.
Lucy, 9 days ago
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Shawnee Custalow Studios

5.0

Richmond, VA
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,700
  • Serves Lake Bluff, IL

We are passionate about photographing kind-hearted people who are unapologetically themselves, and creating a safe and beautiful space in the wedding world for LGBTQ+ folx. Our favorite people to work with believe in giving back to their communities, that black lives always matter, that climate change is you know...real, and choose to embrace their own unique quirks and talents.

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When you elope in the middle of a pandemic, it matters all the more that you love your photographer--since they'll be the only other person at your wedding. :) And in short, we couldn't be happier that ours was Shawnee. She has such a gift and a love for the work she does—and it shows. We knew she was the right person from the moment we met on Zoom--she is warm and kind, asked all the right questions, and instantly put us at ease. My partner and I eloped at the end of October 2020 in DC, just before the election. It was a whirlwind moment for so many reasons, especially as a queer couple. And it mattered to us that the person who captured those treasured memories, really understood what that moment meant to us. Everyone who sees our photos marvels at how wonderful they are—and no doubt we look great, but Shawnee’s warmth and direction and stellar eye really made all the difference. Vibing with your photographer matters—we’re so grateful to have found one with such grace and as much love for her art as Shawnee. <3
Adiel & R., 3 years ago
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Kelly Slaven Photography

5.0

Shelbyville, IN
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves Lake Bluff, IL

I have been shooting professionally for nearly ten years throughout Indiana--though I am very eager to travel with my camera! I bring a creative, moody vibe to my photographs that aim to tell your story in it's own unique beauty. I love helping tell & creating stories, and have held various day jobs from newspaper reporter to behavioral therapist. I know that my job touches almost as heavily in service as it does in the arts, and utilize all of my qualities to work with all of your vendors so that YOU have the best day possible!

Kelly is a dream photographer for a planner like me. After meeting at a bridal show, she approached me to help her get a styled shoot idea she had for years executed and it was such a dream and honor to be asked. Kelly is very easy to communicate with while knowing just when to (kindly and graciously) take charge and run the show to let her work shine through. She presented her ideas clearly with flexibility to let my style and touch shine through. I am positive she would be any couples dream to work with on their big day. Cannot recommend her enough!!
Maggie O'Heran, 3 years ago
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Kay Warner Photography

5.0

Crown Point, IN
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,900
  • Serves Lake Bluff, IL

I document love for a living, and what drives me is capturing authenticity in the moments that I am privileged to become a part of with my clients. I've been photographing weddings for over a decade. I know how to make you look good, and how to take away the "overwhelmed" fake vibe most couples feel and replace it with meaningful photos in 1/250 of a second.

With the day just being insane. There were so many times Kay checked in on me which made me to make sure I was okay, really made me take a breath throughout the day and made me feel special. We did our engagement pictures at a brewery and she was super creative with the pictures. For our wedding day I sent her my Pinterest board and she went for all the pictures I wanted. I’m so excited to see what they all look like. Even her second shooter seemed like she was everywhere. Start to finish the whole process was so easy to work with Kay. With so many vendors having one you vibe with is important and it was all there. 10/10 recommend her, & the team she has.
Nicole R., 3 months ago
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Sarah McLimore Photography

5.0

Chicago, IL
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Lake Bluff, IL

Hi there! I'm Sarah - owner and lead photographer at SMP!! I specialize in creative, soulful imagery that celebrates ALL humans . My style is very laid-back, down to earth, and I've been told that working with me feels like working with a friend. I prioritize making sure that all of my couples feel comfortable and confident in front of my lens! Working with me is very-experience driven. From start to finish, I want you to feel celebrated, comfortable, and like a million bucks!!

Our photos turned out incredible! Sarah is an expert at making people feel comfortable, getting all the desired shots, and producing beautiful, timeless photos. I could not recommend her more
Reilly Mae J., 2 years ago
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Joy Lyn Photography

5.0

Yorkville, IL
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Lake Bluff, IL

Love! Flowers! Cute couples! Cake! The very reason I love photographing weddings is the beautiful moments between two people committing to each other. All of the other details are just the icing on the cake.

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I have had the pleasure of working together with Joy on many occasions. I am a wedding florist and I have to say that she is one of my most favorite photographers to work with! She always has a bright smile on her face and she is so fun to work with. I have witnessed first hand how much her couples and their friends and family enjoy having Joy take their photos! You can see their enjoyment in her photos because Joy captures all of the love and emotion from their big day! I have also been lucky enough to be in front of Joy's camera for a family photo shoot and head shots. Joy made me feel relaxed and comfortable in front of the camera and I absolutely love those photos and I will always cherish them! I recently had the privilege of working together with Joy to plan and organize a styled photo shoot. She was flexible and open to ideas and she also brought such amazing ideas, along with creative vision and an impeccable sense of style to the table! I recommend Joy to as many of my clients as I can. I get so excited when I learn that we will be working on a wedding together! Not only because I enjoy working with her so much and my clients love working with her too, but also because she is very generous and shares her images of my floral designs with me. It is so important for a florist to have beautiful, professional photos for their portfolio and I know that the photos that receive from Joy will be gorgeous photos that are light filled, romantic and classic! Thank you Joy!
Marla, 3 years ago
Rahul Rana Photography

5.0

Chicago, IL
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $6,000
  • Serves Lake Bluff, IL

Rahul Rana is an internationally recognised photographer based in Chicago, Illinois, specialising in capturing beautiful, artistic, and emotional moments through his lens. With over a decade of experience in the field, he has developed a unique style of photography that blends contemporary and traditional elements and has become one of the most sought-after South Asian wedding photographers in the USA. His work has been featured in numerous national and international publications and has won several awards.

I recently had the pleasure of working with Rahul Rana Photography for my wedding, and I couldn't be happier with the results. Rahul's vision for capturing timeless memories truly shone through in every photograph. As I flipped through my wedding album, I found myself transported back to each moment, feeling every emotion all over again. Rahul's attention to detail is remarkable, and his ability to capture the essence of each moment is truly commendable. From the laughter shared during the festivities to the heartfelt exchanges between loved ones, every image is a masterpiece in itself. Working with Rahul was an absolute joy. His professionalism, creativity, and dedication were evident throughout the entire process. He effortlessly blended into the background, allowing us to be ourselves while he worked his magic behind the lens. I cannot recommend Rahul Rana Photography highly enough. If you're looking for a photographer who not only captures moments but also creates lasting memories, look no further. Thank you, Rahul, for preserving the most precious moments of our special day in such a beautiful and heartfelt way.
Samaira O., a month ago
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MSMP MEDIA LLC

5.0

Charleston, SC
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,650
  • Serves Lake Bluff, IL

Hi there! We’re Robert and Marisa Carter. Founders and owners of MSMP Media. A photo and Video Wedding company. With over 10+ years experience in the wedding industry we are as familiar as it get's with all things wedding 💜 We service all 50 states, capturing our couples genuine joy, love and happiness across the nation and we love every minute of it! Our goal is to leave you with photos and/or videos that will bring back the feeling & emotions in an entirely new way. Take a look at our gallery and don't be shy to connect, we love creating a fun filled experience and all are welcome!

This team is just incredible. I came in late in the game, no idea what I was doing, just looking for someone to take a couple photos to prove my wedding happened. My budget made me nervous, as a lot of photographers charge a lot more than I could afford (which is totally fair, that’s on my budget, not their prices). MSMP met me with so much kindness, support, and flexibility, and the photos are better than I ever could have dreamed!! My wedding photos went from the biggest source of anxiety to an absolute treasure, I’m so eternally grateful!
Tiaja, a year ago
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Tawny Ballard Photography

5.0

Chicago, IL
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,850
  • Serves Lake Bluff, IL

I am a Chicago-based wedding + elopement photographer. I am available worldwide and love to travel! I document genuine moments for couples, no matter who they love. My images are the perfect mix of posed and photojournalistic, giving you gorgeous portraits without missing the important, candid moments you will want to remember for years to come. My approach to wedding days is simple: I want to make sure you have images of you two that you love and cherish and tell your wedding day story.

Tawny did both our wedding photos and our engagement shoot, and we were so happy with both results! She got just the vibe we were looking for and had a great mix of posed and candid shots. Turnaround was quick and all of our guests said our photos were incredible, as well.
Sarah and Z., 2 years ago
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Jennifer Campbell Studio

5.0

Chicago, IL
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,295
  • Serves Lake Bluff, IL

Hello there! I'm Jennifer, your new photographer, sounding board and enthusiastic supporter. Capturing your love through my lens and telling your story through beautiful imagery is what I do. Our style can be best described as classic sophistication with a modern edge - We document your wedding day elegantly through emotive and enduring images. We create work that feels organic and remains timeless.

I worked with Jennifer on a styled photo shoot and I was the floral designer. She did an amazing job capturing my designs and capturing the entire shoot. There were multiple photographers, many of whom never even sent me photos. Jennifer promptly sent me her entire gallery and she took more photos than any of the other photographers and they were all high quality images I have been able to use for my social media and to share my portfolio. I would highly recommend her she is a very talented photographer.
Lauren Mosier, 3 years ago
Ryan Brandoff Photography

5.0

Chicago, IL
  • Editorial style
  • Serves Lake Bluff, IL

I'm a high energy, outgoing dude from Chicago. Some passions of mine are fire dancing, motorcycles, and playing bass. I take great pride in my work, love to travel and meet new people and go on adventures.

Ryan is not only amazing at what he does, but he is a blast! You want a photographer who will take gorgeous images but also put everyone at ease! Ryan fits the bill. We love getting to work together with him!
A Savvy Bride, 2 years ago
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Zimmerman Photography
Normal, IL
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,800
  • Serves Lake Bluff, IL

- FOR THE HOPELESS ROMANTICS, UNCONVENTIONAL WEDDINGS, AND INTIMATE ELOPEMENTS - I’m here for your unique love story. For the ways you walk the road less traveled, hand in hand, towards an inspiring future full of lived-in love, comfortable silences, and messy moments. For the candid ways you express adoration, like stolen glances across a room, or like reaching for a hand beneath the dinner table. I’m here to capture the precious, rare quality that exists between two people in love, that one that is unique to their relationship and story.

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Almost Fantasy ~ Photo + Video
Kalamazoo, MI
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,400
  • Serves Lake Bluff, IL

I am Angela, owner and lead photographer. My husband, Zac, is my favorite teammate. We've been photographing and filming weddings together since 2010. And it has been an amazing adventure! He has a storytelling perspective, while I'm in love with details and intimacy. The tension between the two creates such a romantic vibe! When you need a larger team, we pull in our favorite colleagues - professionals in their own right - to work with us for the day. We have very close peer-vendor relationships with a solid group of amazing artists that we work with on a regular basis.

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Requiem Images
Pittsburgh, PA
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Lake Bluff, IL

We're a pair of super fun wedding photographers, filmmakers + elopement planners (also officiants) and we're already your biggest fan <3 Award winning! Multi published! Featured in magazines! Neurodivergent! LGBTQ+! Artistic! Unique! Vintage videos! One-of-a-kind timelapse films! We love working with film + vintage video cameras, capturing little moments others forget about, and creating portraits that would make David Lynch + Alexander McQueen weep with excitement. Contact us anytime day or night and we'll be super pumped to get to know you and explain more of what makes us so unique.

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Light + Chapel | Wedding Storytellers
Chicago, IL
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,300
  • Serves Lake Bluff, IL

We are detailed visual artists with a keen eye for lighting, editorial storytelling, and a proven ability to capture candid emotion in action. Our focus is the story, your unique love story... And how we can use light & lens to tell your story, so that when you look back on the images captured from your special day, it immediately sweeps you back into the emotions of those beautiful moments. From the moment you choose us, we take the journey with you...

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Noah Sharon Photography
West Allis, WI
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Lake Bluff, IL

Hey I’m Noah, my friends and family call me No (he/they). I am a wedding + elopement photographer and I am no stranger to traveling. So if your day is in the PNW or the Adirondacks, I’m there. Your love story is unique and I am dying to create nostalgic moments for unique, badass, nerdy, alternative, non-traditional, die-hard lovers like you.

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Christy Tyler Photography
Chicago, IL
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $8,450
  • Serves Lake Bluff, IL

We are a husband & wife team and believe this is about so much more than just showing up on your wedding day and snapping some photos! This is about the entire experience - from the moment you first email us until you're holding your album in your hands and beyond.

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Lunu Photographer
Wildwood, MO
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Lake Bluff, IL

Fine Art Lifestyle Wedding Photographer out of St. Louis, Missouri, serving St. Louis, Chicago and beyond. Our Signature style is romantic, evocative and editorial. If you would like a photographer who has an exceptional eye for beauty and truly takes care of you from the initial meeting to the moment you receive the final artwork then I would love to get together to discuss how I can help curate the perfect wedding celebration and capture your cherished memories.

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Ashlee Cole LLC
Naperville, IL
  • Editorial style
  • Serves Lake Bluff, IL

Traveling wedding and portrait photographer based in Chicago and serving the world. From photographing in Tripoli, Greece to the fields of Oswego, IL, Ashlee has had the honor of photographing over three hundred weddings, events, engagements, and proposals in the last four years. Your enthusiastic expert from proposal to wedding day!

Von Schonhoff Photography
Schaumburg, IL
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Lake Bluff, IL

My style is a reflection of what inspires me, the subtle glance of one love to another, delicate light filtering through the trees, or the vast landscape open to exploration. My work embodies a candid approach to the traditional standard and my inspiration stems from genuine human connection. Your wedding is a beautiful combination of so many moving parts and it’s my true calling to capture the magic as it unfolds.

BlueVerve Studio
Lake Geneva, WI
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,300
  • Serves Lake Bluff, IL

Hey, there! I'm Jen, the stargazing, swing dancing, singing in the car lead photographer and owner of BlueVerve Studio. A creative through and through, I spend my spare time writing, sketching, and snuggling with Andy (my SO, and main 2nd photographer) and our two fur babies, Cali and Hobbes. I’m equal parts romantic and pragmatic, and nearly incapable of saying no to pie. Growing up playing in the darkroom of my dad's print shop is where I first fostered my love of photography. Over the years that love grew during family trips to the mountains, creative projects in college, and an ever-present desire to document and preserve/share stories.

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

McConville Studio
Peru, IL
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Lake Bluff, 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!

Rick Aguilar Studios
Chicago, IL
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Lake Bluff, 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.

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

Corey Lamont photography
Detroit, MI
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Lake Bluff, 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

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Chrystin Melanie Photography
Grand Rapids, MI
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Lake Bluff, 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.

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Laura McMullin Photography

5.0

Arnold, MD
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Lake Bluff, 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.

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Having Laura as our photographer was easily one of the best decisions we made for our wedding day! She is the kindest, most creative, understanding, detail-oriented, and dedicated human, and her professionalism is beyond compare. She made our day seamless, and we had a ROLLERCOASTER with a downpour of rain, a fallen power line and an emergency back up location switch that involved walking through a woodland path in Maine in the mud. She never wavered, and made everything seem like it was her plan in the first place! She even took extra time to look at our venue in advance of the day which was above and beyond what was expected of her. If you are thinking of hiring her, GET IN WHILE YOU CAN!!!!
Eliza M., a year ago
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Betrothed to Bones

5.0

Pine, CO
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Lake Bluff, 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

Working with Sara has been an absolute pleasure! From start to finish, she made the entire process smooth and enjoyable. Sara's professionalism, creativity, and easygoing nature were evident from the moment we connected. Her ability to capture beautiful moments is truly remarkable, and her attention to detail is unmatched. I highly recommend Sara for anyone looking for a talented and personable photographer. Can't wait to work with her again in the future!
Sydney Rae Media, 4 months ago
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Mani Pannu Photography

4.9

Westerville, OH
  • Editorial style
  • Serves Lake Bluff, 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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Mani and his team is one of the best in Columbus. They made our day so much more special and easier through out. They got to the venue before time and stayed late till we asked them to come join us. They are family now.
Gayle F., 9 months ago
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Lucia Giuseppina Photography

5.0

Snohomish, WA
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,200
  • Serves Lake Bluff, 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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My fiancé and I loved working with Lucia! She did an engagement photo session with us, and the whole experience was fantastic from beginning to end. She set up a video call to get to know us, get a sense for who we were and what we were looking for, and then was super helpful and communicative when picking a location for the shoot. She was able to share sites she had used before with photos from those locations, and she shared input from other photographers on locations we thought of that she hadn't used before. When we started looking for a photographer we were apprehensive about the whole thing because we're both by nature pretty awkward in front of a camera, but she made us super comfortable and you can tell how relaxed we were when looking at the photos. We genuinely had family members say "now that's what I think of when I picture you two" when they saw our photos. She even asked for some of our favorite music and had it playing when we started, which was super thoughtful! For the shoot itself, she gave us plenty of direction but was also really collaborative and open to any of our ideas for poses or shots or areas of the location to use. We were worried on the way to the shoot because it was rainy when we first showed up at the park, but right away she had ideas for how to still find usable areas and took some great shots, and even had some clear umbrellas that made for a cute look. When the rain let up, we were able to get some wide shots that really took advantage of the location and she did a fantastic job of editing out the groups of oblivious sightseers that walked into frame. The photos definitely capture us as a couple and showcased the location we chose. After the session we got our preview gallery back in record time. She told us she was going out of town on a family trip a few days after our shoot but she'd get our preview turned around before she left so that we didn't have to wait, and she totally delivered (and probably 3x the amount she promised, so she even overdelivered). We got the full gallery back exactly when she said, and they all look amazing; we loved the experience and the photos we get to share with family and friends.
Baylee W., 10 months ago
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Kari Bjorn Photography

5.0

West Hartford, CT
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,800
  • Serves Lake Bluff, 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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Our wedding Pictures turned out absolutely beautiful! He did so many poses of us, bride & groom, not to mention most of the guests. He was so accommodating with the chaos of the pandemic and my crazy family members. I would recommend him for any occasion as he is friendly, detail oriented, and professional.
Eve, 3 years ago
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Lissa Chandler Photography

5.0

Fayetteville, AR
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,850
  • Serves Lake Bluff, 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 Lake Bluff, 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 is extremely talented and creative. Absolutely beautiful pictures to remember the moment forever.
Jeanette, a year ago
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Anna Schmidt Photography

5.0

Washington, DC
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $7,500
  • Serves Lake Bluff, 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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From her vision and clarity of composition to ease and calm at the wedding, Anna is fantastic to work with. Highly recommend!
Jason Wallace, 4 years ago
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AVisuals

5.0

Northville, MI
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,150
  • Serves Lake Bluff, IL for additional fees

Akiem has built a young and successful career as a content creator in the professional sports industry. He has worked with respectable brands including, USA Hockey, USA Soccer, NFL Flag, RISE and more. However, during 2020 COVID put a stop on sports, and that allowed him to discover a new passion- an undeniable love for wedding photography and videography “I want my clients to experience my love for creativity and storytelling through serving them on the most important day of their lives.”

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My sister-in-law hired Akiem for our wedding photo as a gift for us. The experience was amazing. Not only he was very organized and thorough with the details, he even went to check out the places we are taking pictures beforehand. We were very lucky to work with someone like him that is both professional and passionate.
Vivian M., 6 months ago
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Samantha Turco Photography

5.0

Auburn, MA
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Lake Bluff, IL for additional fees

With over 10 years of industry experience, my strengths clearly lie in wedding and portraiture photography. Whether you're a recently engaged couple looking for someone to preserve your journey from fiancés to newlyweds through photographs, an expectant Mama hoping to capture your maternity glow or simply wanting to document you and your loved ones during whatever special season of life you're in, I would love to hear from you, I specialize in all types of portraiture but I am renowned for my wedding and engagement photography above all else. Whatever your photo needs are, I would love to chat and find out if we're a good match.

I work alongside Sam on a lot of weddings doing makeup and as a makeup artist I’m always dying to see how my work looks in professional photos and Sam kills it EVERY TIME! She is talented, professional, efficient, organized and so much fun to work with. She has such an eye for capturing the love and joy in your special day. You will not regret having her as your photographer!
Maria, 6 months ago
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Prelude Photography & Video

5.0

Mentor, OH
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,700
  • Serves Lake Bluff, IL for additional fees

The Prelude Wedding team is always on the hunt for the love and personality shots that make you two who you are. As well as friends, family, and all. We are fun, engaging and fit in seamlessly with any wedding group.

My wife and I loved working with and will continue to be repeat customers of Prelude. Their team is top notch and the product quality is second to none. I would recommend them to anyone hands down!
Andrew and B., 4 months ago
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Stellar Films & Photography, LLC

5.0

Maybrook, NY
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,900
  • Serves Lake Bluff, IL for additional fees

I’m known for documenting candid moments in a bright and vibrant way. I love capturing and creating narratives from start to finish - being a wedding photographer and videographer is the ultimate storytelling experience, and it’s one of my greatest joys. Weddings feel like home to me. I’ve found that it’s hard for me to stop smiling throughout the day, and even afterward, during the editing process. There’s just something about weddings that gets my heart all aflutter.

Ashley is awesome, easy to get ahold of when needed, she organized all the people who needed to be in photos very well, and got some amazing shots!
Veronica R., 7 months ago
Inta G Photography
Palm Beach Gardens, FL
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,400
  • Serves Lake Bluff, IL for additional fees

I did start wedding photography in 2007 in Chicago and then I fall in love...with my husband, ocean and palm trees and moved to Florida 2009. I offer the beauty of traditional film techniques alongside with modern digital technologies. I do make magic and "once in the lifetime" experience in our photos. My candid approach seeks to capture each moment and smile and with light help in posed moments makes the magic happen. My work often illustrates an editorial feel, enriching each moment with this elegant and stylized look.

Ralph Vandale Photography and Videography
Indianapolis, IN
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,499
  • Serves Lake Bluff, IL for additional fees

Hello, I am Ralph and I craft immersive love stories through my camera. I believe that every wedding has its own story to tell. That's why I always try to grasp immortal moments. A genuine laugh on your wedding day is priceless. The tears on your wedding day are so real. The glowing look at your wedding comes only once. These emotions tell so many stories. Sometimes you cry in your story and sometimes you become truly happy. Now, as a photographer, it's my duty to capture those moments at your wedding.

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The Carrs Photography

5.0

Dayton, OH
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Lake Bluff, IL

We are the Carrs & Co Photography House: four rockstar photographers and a support team that specializes in providing a tailored and seamless client experience. Our work-family has developed over time, each member carefully selected based on their talent as a photographer, their passion for people, and their energetic personalities. Carrs & Co raises the bar and believes that your story, your journey, and your wedding deserve nothing less than our everything.

We LOVE working with Michael Carr and his talented team! They are professional, easy to work with and always respectful of the venue. They listen to their clients, utilize the many different backdrops The Steam Plant has to offer, and they do a beautiful job of capturing couple's big day in a unique way. We highly recommend The Carrs Photgraphy and always look forward to working with them!
Lisa Beam, 3 years ago
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Little Daisy Photography

5.0

Keizer, OR
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Lake Bluff, IL for additional fees

Hi! I'm Brit! If you’re looking for a photographer who is good at what they do, lovesssss to have a good time, is all-inclusive, and makes you feel extra comfy in front of the camera…hi, I’m Brit 😝 Photographing your wedding is something I take ✨very seriously✨ and I love to make your wedding day fun, relaxed, and alllll about you. Whether it’s helping your special person button your dress, being prepared for literally any emergency, paying extra attention to detail, and the list goes on & on. I’m here for it.

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We couldn’t of picked a better photographer! From our engagement photos to our wedding she has been so sweet, funny and knowledgeable. My husband and I aren’t super photogenic and she makes us feel so comfortable and poses us so well! She comes prepared and makes sure to ask if there’s a certain photo we want, if we’re comfortable etc. For sure our photographer for our life events!
Megan E., 2 years ago

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

A Lake Bluff, 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 Lake Bluff, 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 Lake Bluff, 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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