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10 Affordable Wedding Photographers in Apple River, IL

20 Wedding Photographers in Apple River, IL

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Nationwide Spectacular Photographer - A Better DJ and Photographer

5.0

Photojournalistic style
Starts at $799
Serves Apple River, IL

We provide top level local photographers nationwide including your area, and we are very proud of our 100% 5 star rating! Don't spend thousands of dollars for your wedding photos! Before you book your photographer visit our site for over a million beautiful photos and thousands of testimonials, then give us a call! Elopements are just $499 and full wedding photo packages start at just $899. We will capture amazing photos in natural color and create a custom online album where you can share all your photos from. You can also purchase prints at wholesale prices. We also provide top level local DJ & video services in budget friendly packages!

“Darrell from Nationwide Spectacular Photographer - A Better DJ and Photographer was incredibly easy to communicate with throughout the entire wedding planning process. He took his time and made sure I got every single photo I wanted to capture on our special day. Darrell contributed to making our wedding day feel so special by ensuring every detail felt important, keeping me relaxed and happy, and making sure everything ran smoothly. His professionalism and passion for his work were evident in the beautiful photos he delivered that we will cherish forever. I would highly recommend Nationwide Spectacular Photographer to any couple looking for an exceptional photography experience.”

Taylor L., 4 months ago

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Pluvia Studios

5.0

Photojournalistic style
Serves Apple River, IL

Pluvia Studios is a wedding photography and videography company that is passionate about strong story-telling. We extract the best elements for our couples and curate an unforgettable viewing experience. Contact us directly to customize your desired wedding photo and/or video package.

“From start to finish, JayDee and his team at Pluvia Studios were nothing short of exceptional! JayDee's attentive and thorough communication made navigating my sister's wedding preparations an absolute breeze. On the big day, he ensured our entire group felt completely relaxed and genuinely at ease, a testament to his clear vision and the team's seamless execution. The moment we received the notification that our photos and videos were ready, our excitement was palpable. Viewing them filled us with tears of joy and overwhelming love, as each beautifully captured memory transported us right back to the wedding day. I wholeheartedly recommend JayDee and Pluvia Studios to anyone seeking top-quality photography and videography to capture their most cherished moments.”

Brianica D., 4 months ago

Ally Manzella Photography

5.0

Classic style
Starts at $500
Serves Apple River, IL

Hi there! I am a Midwest Wedding Photographer, who truly loves capturing your love story. With a background in fashion editorial, I am trained to photograph a story. I would love the opportunity to capture your unique love journey. Please inquiry on my website for further details and faster responses. www.allysonmanzella.com

“Ally was amazing, we talked a couple times before our wedding, and then there she was early and ready to go for our ceremony! She did a great job understanding what we were looking for, which was mostly documentary style photography of the ceremony, and family portraits afterwards. High winds and hot temps and very bright overhead sunlight, and yet our pictures are stunning!! Everyone looks so good, and she captured our happiness perfectly. Thank you Ally for these forever memories, we could not have asked for a better experience.”

Adam & E., 4 months ago

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Unique Visions Photography by Laura

5.0

Classic style
Starts at $500
Serves Apple River, IL

I am a Professional Photographer with over 6 years of experience. I coach soccer in my spare time and I do volunteer work with the Lay Me Down to Sleep Organization assisting families who have suffered a loss. I provide UNIQUE-TO-YOU professional, personal, private, fun, friendly and family oriented photography services to capture all of your families special moments.

“Unique Visions Photography by Laura was an absolute pleasure to work with for our Family of 5 . Laura's communication style was punctual, creative, and provided helpful feedback throughout the process. The quality of their work and value was outstanding - the pictures turned out lovely, they had great ideas for unique shots, and were very patient in working with our young kids and newborn baby. Laura was able to get our newborn into really cute poses and he stayed quiet and content the entire time. She also expertly handled juggling our two young kids along with the newborn for some adorable sibling and family photos. We couldn't be happier with the beautiful memories Unique Visions Photography captured of our special day.”

Bradley, 6 months ago

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Roaming Badger Photography

5.0

Classic style
Starts at $750
Serves Apple River, IL

At Roaming Badger we focus on bringing light and airy feel to our photos with the best customer service you can imagine! We specialize in finding custom photos and making everyone feel comfortable throughout the day - weddings are stressful enough so we aim to be the best part of that experience.

“Alex was beyond helpful and engaging throughout our day and in the months leading up. We’ve gotten tons of compliments on our pictures and we couldn’t be happier with the way they’ve turned out! We got our pictures back within just a few days after the wedding.”

Lindsey A., a month ago

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Bella Luz Photography

5.0

Classic style
Starts at $565
Serves Apple River, IL

After beginning in 35mm film and practicing the art of photography on the side all my life, I took a severance package over a change in position when my corporate job was being downsized. That was 2017, and I have only earned my living through a lens since then. Bills, pandemics and doubters - be damned. I am still here, and I am here for you.

“My husband and I have so many great things to say about Kevin, where should we begin?? I guess it is important to note that we booked Kevin for our wedding/elopement EIGHT days in advance-not much time at all. With it being such a last minute online booking, we weren’t sure what to expect when it came to quality or price. Boy, were we happy with what we got! Kevin arrived early, had a great positive attitude, and went with the flow for the day. He was well prepared with lots of equipment and ideas and we could clearly see his knowledge with photography and getting a beautiful shot. Oh, and to top it off, we were sent some previews/proofs SO quickly-we were not expecting it. It was amazing to be able to share a professional photo so quickly with our friends/family who were not at the elopement ceremony. To wrap it up…if you want a photographer that is timely, pleasant to work/communicate with, doesn’t cost an arm and a leg, and takes amazing pictures-look no further and book Kevin for your event!! We are so happy we did.”

Abbey, a year ago

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Keller's photos

5.0

Classic style
Starts at $400
Serves Apple River, IL

Welcome! I'm Christopher Keller a passionate photographer dedicated to capturing life's most meaningful moments. Whether it’s the quiet beauty of nature, the vibrant energy of urban life, or the joy of a milestone celebration, I believe every image tells a unique story. My journey with photography began 18 years ago and since then, I’ve honed my skills to provide , portraits, weddings, landscapes, or commercial photography. With an eye for detail and a deep appreciation for light and composition, I strive to create timeless images that evoke emotion and preserve memories.

“Keller's Photos was a fantastic choice for our wedding photographer. From the very first email, they were extremely responsive and professional in their communication. Their team was friendly and put us at ease throughout the entire process. On the day of our wedding, they captured all the special moments that will allow us to relive our big day for years to come. The quality of the photos is fantastic - the images are bright, vibrant, and truly reflect the joy and love of our celebration. We are thrilled with the memories Keller's Photos was able to preserve for us, and we highly recommend them to any couple planning their wedding.”

Jennifer K., 2 months ago

All In One Bridal Photography

5.0

Classic style
Serves Apple River, IL

Katelyn Soat (Owner) graduated from college in May of 2019 from the University of Dubuque with a degree in Fine and Performing Arts. In 2016, Katelyn started her own DJ service catering to weddings. All In One Bridal isn’t just your average bridal store, it’s unique and different. All In One Bridal is a full service boutique that offers bridal gowns, bridesmaid dresses, tuxes, photography, videography, drone photography, photo booth DJ, venue uplighting and cold sparks.

“We have done many events with our cupcake business, however working directly with All In One Bridal Photography is one of our favorites! Hands down one of the most easy going and respectful vendors out there. They are professional, respectful, punctual, kind, and most importantly provide quality service. I would recommend All In One Bridal Photography to any bride or groom looking for a Photography vendor for their big day! Hands down, you won't be disappointed.”

Bubba's Cupcakes, 4 years ago

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Emilee E. Photography

5.0

Photojournalistic style
Starts at $500
Serves Apple River, IL for additional fees

Hey there! My name is Emilee, and I am a Minnesota-native living in NYC! I've been photographing people and events for the past 15 years. I shoot families, couples, individuals, and pets, but my passion lies in wedding photography. I love capturing the whirlwind of a couples' big day, and seeing the love that is shared between them and all their wedding guests. It's magical and wonderful every. single. time. My current active markets are Minnesota and New York, but I'm available to travel anywhere in the US and the world for additional fees!

“What a dream Emilee was to work with, from start to finish. OUR CEREMONY PARTY: we decided on a private, courthouse elopement on a Wednesday, a 60 person reception party on a Friday. In both, our biggest priority was having a photographer capture the intimate, joyful small details. We went with Emilee because of her eye for the beauty in the small things. She captured both our days perfectly. DOCUMENTARY STYLE: Emilee was perfect behind the scenes, capturing beautiful moments of our friends and family, small details of the courthouse with just us. I look back at some of these photos and ask "how did she even get that?!" She has such an eye. POSED: We had about 20 minutes dedicated to posed, family photos during our reception. Emilee had our families relaxed and laughing, quickly swapping members in and out. In some newlywed photos, we sought her advice for how to pose. She gave quick direction, made us feel confident, and always found the perfect light. COMMUNICATION SPEED: Delivered on every promise, quick replies. Emilee was 15 minutes early to both locations, we never had to worry. PERSONALLY: We met with Emilee about 4 months before our big days. We had coffee, talked about our vision and our biggest priorities. She immediately felt like a friend, and knew she was firmly on our team. If you're looking for a photographer to capture not only beautiful photos of yourself, but more importantly, the feeling in every room, Emilee is the photographer for you. We recommend wholeheartedly, and can't wait for another occasion to work with her. Sincerely, Mara James”

Mara M., a year ago

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Samantha Lee Photography

5.0

Classic style
Serves Apple River, IL for additional fees

Hi I'm Sam! Congratulations on your engagement! What an exciting chapter in your life! When I’m not behind the lens, you can usually find me bossing my husband around and trying to keep up with my 3 wild children Kate, Jack and Luke. I am a natural light, true to color, documentary style wedding & portrait photographer, bringing a playful and authentic vibe to every session. I live for those candid, unscripted moments. When couples choose me to capture their big day, it’s a true honor—because once the celebration is over, the only thing left to relive those memories are your photos. Happy Planning ;)

“My husband and I got engaged in 2023 and had planned for our wedding to be in July of 2025. For two years one of our biggest challenges was finding a photographer that was in our budget, that would still provide us with the perfect product we had invisioned in our minds. We had searched high and low finding MANY photographers that will say they can adjust their packages to fit our budget, and still somehow come up with a total of 4000 dollars. Then we found Sam. I was hesitant at first because I wanted a specific style I hadn’t seen in her galleries, a more sultry- whimsical- cinematic/ dramatic candid feel. However when I brought that up to Sam she had reassured me that her range of editorial styles and shooting styles was very large as she’s been doing this for YEARS, and had sent me some separate more recent shots she had taken to prove that. We had talked very in detail for days about the hours ineeded from her, pricing, I also explained she would be traveling (which is never a problem for Sam. She loves traveling! ) and we had made a very well customized package trimmed to fit my hours and budget. In the end I received ALL the pictures taken edited exactly how we wanted them. On the wedding day Sam did an amazing job of helping, taking charge of things, and making sure all of our needs were met. I swear she was half wedding planner half photographer. If I needed people to do something she made it happen if I needed people to start getting ready for pictures-she was on it. Her time management is absolutely insane and such a blessing to have on your wedding day. She had some of the best ideas I’ve ever heard when it came to certain poses I wanted accomplished or specific visions I had. She was energetic, hilarious, and made sure everyone had the best time taking these pictures. I couldn’t recommend Sam enough. She truly is a photography wizard and will have all of your wedding day dreams come true.”

Angelina K., 2 months ago

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Celestial Waves Photography

5.0

Fine art style
Starts at $800
Serves Apple River, IL for additional fees

Celestial Waves Photography, based in Wilmington, NC, is led by a paramedic with a passion for capturing life’s most cherished moments. We offer affordable, high-quality, and inclusive photography, specializing in family sessions, portraits, events, and weddings. With over five years of experience, we bring a unique perspective and care to every shoot. Let us help you turn your moments into timeless memories—book your session today!

“Pelican Perch Photography was a fantastic choice for our wedding photography. From the moment we first spoke with Seth, we were impressed by his prompt, professional, and friendly communication style. The quality of his work is truly excellent - his unique, professional approach captured all the special moments of our day. Seth was very inclusive of everyone who attended, but never obtrusive. He did a fantastic job taking both formal and candid photos of the bride and groom, as well as our guests. Seth took a tremendous number of photos and turned them around to us within just a few days. It was a pleasure having him there, and he even managed to capture a comet in the background of one of our photos - it was magical! We highly recommend Pelican Perch Photography for any couple looking for exceptional wedding photography.”

Cynthia K., 9 months ago

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Alena Michelle Photography

5.0

Fine art style
Serves Apple River, IL

Nice to meet you, I’m Alena or lena, whatever you want to call me. My simple pleasures in life are rare plants, good coffee, and soft music (aka, lots of Bon Iver & Gregory Alan Isakov) More importantly, you guys, my clients. With photography being my full time job, I get to put every single ounce of my being into creating magical images for you to look back on for years to come. That’s really what I’m here for. So, let’s get coffee or a drink so I can get to know you and your partner, and create magic with you both.

“There perfect mix of fun and professionalism! Great Ideas and cool peeps.”

Jacob Beard Media, 4 years ago

CLARAfied Images

Classic style
Serves Apple River, IL

I am SO glad you found me! Here’s what to know about me: I am in love with my husband Eric. He's my absolute best friend and favorite person to spend time with. He keeps me laughing & helps me strive to be the best wife & momma I can be. Together we love our fierce threeanger, Maryjean, our baby boy, Walter, & our pup Wrigley. Each day is a gift & I'm grateful to share it with you.

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Guided Imagery

5.0

Classic style
Starts at $595
Serves Apple River, IL

We have been shooting weddings for over 15 years and our main focus , besides the portraits , is the emotion !!! That is , to us , 1 of the most important images to have forever! That beautiful emotion , locked in time ! Portrait photography is is something we have been doing for 20 years , editing models also . Our photographer's work has been in print on many occasions and we are proud of them! We love to make your wedding day a positive, peaceful, no worry day for you !

“Synergy Studios was an absolute delight to work with for our wedding photography and my Boudoir photoshoot. From our very first interaction, their communication was quick, friendly, and responsive - putting us at ease throughout the entire process. On the day of our wedding, Raven took charge and directed us in the best ways to get some truly beautiful and dynamic photos that perfectly captured the spirit of our special day. The final images were incredibly artistic and we were so grateful for Raven's encouraging and uplifting energy, which made us feel comfortable and confident in front of the camera. Synergy Studios is not only incredibly talented, but also super kind - they truly went above and beyond to make our wedding day feel extra special. I would highly recommend them to any couple looking for an exceptional photography experience.”

Claudia B., a year ago

Pitch and Pixel Studios

5.0

Classic style
Starts at $795
Serves Apple River, IL

We are so excited to celebrate your event! Whether it is a wedding, birthday party, or everyday gathering, we are here to help and be the one stop shop for all your entertainment and memory capturing needs. Event planning can be daunting and a bit stressful. Everything we do at Pitch and Pixel Studios is to package it up and make it easy for you. We pride ourselves in being transparent and straightforward. Wedding Planners by trade, our founders know the best vendors for the best rates. We have gathered our years of knowledge and event experience to create a network of options that will cater to any style and client personality!

“Love the PPS team - they have such a diversity of vendors and talents. Always a thrill to work with and always impressive to say the least!”

Jennifer, 5 years ago

Imagesxpert Media

Photojournalistic style
Starts at $800
Serves Apple River, IL

Photography is a way of feeling, of touching, of loving. What you have caught on film is captured forever… It remembers little things, long after you have forgotten everything. In our photographs, we wish to capture gestures, unspoken words, to the most important moments in people`s lives. Imagesxpert creates stunning portraits and spontaneously taken stand-alone works of art that celebrate all the fun, love, and laughter of your wedding day. we love to document life in an artful way.

Sargent Studios Photography

Classic style
Starts at $750
Serves Apple River, IL

The Sargent Studios team is experienced in shooting a multitude of events--from weddings and professional headshots to concerts, openings, editorials, and album artwork, we look forward to capturing your story.

Kristal Lee Photography

5.0

Classic style
Starts at $750
Serves Apple River, IL for additional fees

My name is Kristal Lee, and I'm passionate about creating precious moments through photography. Based in the Chicagoland area, I specialize in wedding, family, and event photography, delivering top-notch digital photos crafted with high-end editing techniques. I also offer an enhanced experience with our 360 Photo Booth, perfect for capturing every angle of your special moments. Let's connect, share memories, and create lasting treasures together!

“My husband and I hired Kristal for our courthouse wedding and she was just amazing! She was prepped with umbrellas for us in the event it rained and was so warm and made us feel at ease during the session! I'd definitely recommend her!”

Nigencia, a year ago

3leafphotography

5.0

Photojournalistic style
Starts at $250
Serves Apple River, IL for additional fees

Classic meets contemporary and vibrant. Although I do all types of shoots, I specialize in wedding photography and all the beauty it has to offer. I prioritize in capturing the essential moments of your wedding to give you cherished memories to look back on for a lifetime.

“There are many things I can say about Michaela and 3leafphotography but the most important is how comfortable you can be around her. She is such a kind soul and she will give you the best pictures. She’s a photo wizard and I wouldn’t have anyone else do my pictures. She knows her stuff. If you are looking for someone you can instantly connect with and feel your absolute best, you can trust her to give you that. She is an artist and like I said, I wouldn’t trust anyone else to do my pictures. I have all the confidence to tell you that she is who you want!”

Shelby T., 2 years ago

Blue Lace Wedding Photography, LLC

5.0

Photojournalistic style
Serves Apple River, IL for additional fees

Hi! We're Kristin and Danielle. We are based out of Terre Haute Indiana and service mostly Indianapolis, Bloomington, & Terre Haute but travel all across the state and nation. We absolutely love working together in the wedding industry. https://bluelaceweddingphotography.com/

“Danielle and Kristin were the absolute best to work with! They made us feel so comfortable in front of the cameras and helped us have fun. The photos turned out so wonderfully and they made sure we had every photo we dreamt of.”

Morgan M., 2 years ago