The Best Classic Wedding Photographers in DeKalb, IL

The Best Classic Wedding Photographers in DeKalb, IL

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135 Wedding Photographers in DeKalb, IL

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Candace Sims Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $6,000
  • Serves DeKalb, IL

Weddings are more than a single day—they are a feeling, a rhythm, a gathering of moments meant to be remembered. Candace Sims documents wedding weekends with intention, focusing on the beauty found in meaningful details, natural surroundings, and the quiet moments in between. An award-winning luxury wedding photographer with over twelve years of experience, Candace is known for her refined aesthetic and thoughtful storytelling. Her calm, attentive presence allows celebrations to unfold effortlessly, preserving imagery that feels timeless, elegant, and deeply personal.

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Candace was truly the perfect photographer for our wedding! From the very beginning, her warmth, kindness, and professionalism made us feel completely at ease. On the day itself, she brought such positive energy and creativity that it felt like we had known her forever. Her talent is unmatched—she has an incredible eye and a genuine passion for her work that shines through in everything she does. We couldn’t have imagined our wedding day without her! Candace captured every moment so beautifully and made our day feel even more special. The final gallery was nothing short of amazing. If you’re looking for someone who is not only exceptionally skilled but also a joy to be around, Candace is the one. We truly love her and will be forever grateful for the magic she brought to our wedding day!
Nzuzi M., 5 months ago
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Photography By Jill Emmer 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,900
  • Serves DeKalb, IL

I’m Jill — a Wisconsin wedding photographer with over 13 years of experience and a serious love for honest, emotional moments. I’m drawn to real connection, great light, and the kind of photos that feel alive, not overly posed or polished.

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We couldn’t be happier that we chose Jill to be our wedding photographer. We knew we wanted someone to more accurately capture our day (did NOT want to have over-exposed, filtered looking photos or the hoaky, staged vibes) and her journalistic approach to her photography in combination with her joyful energy was PERFECT for us. We asked for a video chat prior to booking to go over some questions and concerns we had regarding the day and knew very quickly she was going to be the right fit for us. Given we both have a passion for photography ourselves, we greatly appreciated her expertise in a wide variety of elements (from bright, natural light to dark, interior spaces) and her realistic approach, which, alongside her experience and artistic vision led to crisp, beautiful photos representing us and our day. We also booked an engagement shoot with her, which we loved, as her bubbly personality immediately puts you at ease and allows you to get a sense of how to really be yourself in photos while still making them feel special. She was responsive and easy to communicate with through the whole process, really making the entire experience feel personal, and our wedding day was all that and even more fun. For the first part of the day she brought an assistant, Anney, with her, who was another ray of sunshine to work with to be a second set of hands, and we worked with Jill to hire a second shooter, Leiden, for a few hours later, who was wonderful as well. Jill being down-to-earth but also friendly and outgoing felt like the perfect combo so that we didn’t feel stressed throughout the day, but also that we could approach her with whatever our thoughts were. So many of our guests said (and keep saying) how much THEY also loved being around her at our event too. We legitimately got some amazing photos back of certain guests that we hardly EVER see smile for photos, which was just more proof how infectious her positive energy is and how great she is at what she does. We ended up with a ton of truly spectacular photos from our wedding for what we thought was a fair price, and that we got back in a very reasonable amount of time, all of which she takes the time and care to edit herself without making them look fake, filtered, or overly manipulated. I can’t overstate how much we loved having Jill as our wedding photographer and the way she perfectly captured us and our wonderful day.
Abbie H., 2 months ago
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Meg Dunn Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves DeKalb, IL

Timeless | Romantic | Classic Wedding photographer - I believe in the idea that "great photos are created from personal connection." I put my heart and soul into making sure the couples I work with have the best possible experience and end up with images that we can both be proud of. My favorite part of taking photos is being able to find the special moments within your big milestones. It's those candid times, along with the significance of the occasion, that come together to create your favorite memories and it's my job to capture those through my visual storytelling.

Meg was an absolute pleasure to work with! From engagement pictures to our actual wedding day, Meg felt more like a good friend than just another vendor. She and her assistant, Vic, took the time to understand our priorities and ensure that each and every moment we wanted to capture was covered. In addition to this, they were also insanely creative creating images we didn’t even think about or consider. You’d be silly not to consider her.
Elizabeth M., 2 years ago
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Expedition Joy 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $5,500
  • Serves DeKalb, IL

I'm Courtney! I care not only about providing you with sharp, authentic and colorful images on your wedding day, but helping you to be fully present on your wedding day so you remember all the big and little moments.

Courtney was AMAZING! I found Expedition Joy on instagram when she was doing a giveaway contest for a free Engagement session. To our suprise and BIGGEST BLESSING— we won! When my husband and I met Courtney, we instantly clicked! She was so easy to talk to and made us feel so comfortable so quickly! She was very intentional about building trust with her and having a friendship as well! We had great conversations during our shoot and got to learn about her aswell! After our session, my husband and I both agreed that we NEEDED Courtney to be a part of our big day. We expressed our excitement with Courtney just as much as she expressed hers with us! During the planning months, she was so easy to reach and made us feel confident that she would go above and beyond for us on our special day and she DID. Courtney showed up camera in hand and started shooting the second she walked in the door! She was ON IT. She continued to encourage the bridal party and family so they felt comfortable as she was taking photos. She was so intentional with everyone! Courtney and her second shooter were the life of the party on the dance floor! They had a blast with us and it was so much fun for all of our guests to cheer them on when they went to bust a move in the center circle! Courtney continued her 5-star reputation throughout the night and even went above and beyond to stay past our contracted time for our grand exit! She took the most memorable photos of our day, we will always remeber her when we reminisce on our beautiful photos! She truly is Expedition Joy
Kalea W., 9 months ago
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Mitch And Rachel Visuals 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,750
  • Serves DeKalb, IL

Hey there! We are a husband and wife photo & video team who LOVE capturing love!! We are based in Rockford IL but are always up for travel too! We got married in 2016, started our business shortly after that and have had a blast getting to where we are today! Some of our favorite things are Thai food, coffee, pop punk music and most of all, our pup, Snickers!

I could not recommend Mitch And Rachel Visuals enough! From getting comfortable with them at our engagement shoot to them capturing so much love and so many special memories on our wedding day, they were our favorite vendor we booked by far! I can’t stop looking at the amazing photos and our wedding video! Their editing style is our favorite! They are seriously the best and cannot wait to work with them in the future!
Nicole O., a year ago
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Developing Diamonds Photography LLC 

4.9

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves DeKalb, IL

My name is Elliot Stokes and I am a photographer located in the Madison, WI area, but I work all across Wisconsin and Illinois. I have been drawn to the camera since I was young, but becoming a father has really shown me the magic behind capturing the most candid and beautiful moments of our lives. I started my journey into professional photography officially in the summer of 2019 and received my Bachelors of Fine Arts degree with honors in Digital Photography in the spring of 2022. I absolutely love what I do and look forward to every new experience and opportunity this journey takes me on!

Awarded Best of Zola
Elliot made all of our dreams come true. His professionalism and talent does not go unnoticed. He was the first vendor we booked for our wedding before we even had a venue figured out because of how much we loved his work. He is incredibly responsive to texts and emails which is so important when planning a wedding. He was very prepared for the wedding day! Elliot was able to make sure we stayed on schedule and even moved events around when needed to get the best photos possible since our wedding was outside. He went above and beyond to make our wedding run smoothly. By the end of the night, we didn't want it to end so we even extended his services by an hour which he happily made work. We even had sneak peeks by dinner time which surprised us. We could not have asked for a better photographer for our wedding. I am recommending him to all of my friends with weddings in the future. I can't imagine my wedding any other way. Thank you Elliot!
Lacey, a year ago
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IG PHOTO VIDEO INC. 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,910
  • Serves DeKalb, IL
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IGphotovideo offers photography packages and videography packages. You can customize individual packages or bundle a photography and videography package to meet all your needs. Our team capture all your special moments, venue, decor, guests, and more. They use quality equipment and are always prepared for anything. Their services include: — Delivery on USB flash drive in Customized Box and Google Drive — Unlimited number of photos taken and color corrected — Photobook 6*6 (20 pages) or 10*10 (30pages) — Post-production video about 60 – 120 minutes with full ceremony, speeches, first dance, cake cutting, etc... — 4 – 12 min highlight video

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Absolutely great experience! We had so fun working with this team. We hired two photographers & a videographer. The photos as you see came out amazing. They had great ideas for posing & shots. Our highlight clip was fantastic. They added something special that we did not expect and it was so sweet and we loved it. (Don’t want to ruin the surprise). We are so happy with the quality and hard work this team put in to helping make our wedding a dream. Communication was easy & pricing was not bad either. I knew when I looked into this company before I hired them that they were talented and I was not wrong! I highly recommend this company. Definitely would hire again!
Christina M., 3 months ago
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Sheena Anne photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves DeKalb, IL

Hello, Lovelies! Sheena here! I’m a Chicago Wedding & Engagement photographer located in Lockport, IL. I start from your wedding day, and I’m there to help with your timeline, set up our friendship, and so excitedly I have been with families from the wedding to the birth of their children, and one day on to their senior photos. Let’s capture your life as it grows and blossoms! Let’s work together to make some of your most beautiful moments your most precious memories.

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Sheena This was undoubtedly a match made in heaven. The moment one of the clients at the shop overheard my conversation with another client about how stressed I was about not being able to find a photographer for my upcoming last-minute wedding, I almost lost hope of ever finding a photographer until she suggested I look up Sheena Pinkerman. Before I contacted her, I first and foremost looked up her profile page and checked out her work to see if she would be someone that fits in with my personality and creativity. Well, lo and behold, I fell in love with her work the moment I saw it, and this was before I even spoke to her over the phone. When I finally did talk to her over the phone, she made me feel like I'd known her for years. Sheena was very communicative, informative, and understanding from the start, even when I was still unsure of what I wanted. She was extremely helpful and easily accessible when it came to addressing my numerous questions and concerns. She's essentially an all-in-one package, offering the perfect combination of creativity, skills, and expertise. Furthermore, she works with another photographer, Andrea, providing the added benefit of two photographers for the price of one. If you also book Lawrence for your videography, that's an additional bonus, as these three professionals work together seamlessly. They were so impressive that I'd consider having another wedding just to work with them again. I love Sheena and I know you won’t be disappointed if you book her for your wedding.
Amy T., a year ago
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Ashley Cynthia Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves DeKalb, IL

* PLEASE INQUIRE ON WEBSITE* HEY! I'M ASHLEY! Aka, Your Professional third wheel! I am so happy you dropped by! I am a uber bubbly, warm hearted, person who loves to order 3 drinks at Dutch Bros and say its for other people but really its just for me. When I am not spending my lifes savings at Dutch Bros, I am professionally following peeps in love and photographing their stories. I am a lover of true crime and murder podcasts! (But I mean who isnt! I just cant help it!) FUN FACT: I speak switzerdütsch, aka a German slang. My mom is originally from Switzerland and my dad from Jamaica, so you know I am always hungry for adventures!

Awarded Best of Zola
She is so incredibly sweet and made us feel so good on our wedding day. The photos turned out absolutely beautiful! I am so grateful I found her!!
Hannah H., 2 years ago
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Abigail Saalfrank Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves DeKalb, IL

You are probably assuming my about me section will have a story about how I always wanted to be a photographer, I came out of the womb holding a camera, but that couldn’t be me. I stumbled into it, literally. I had no plans to become a wedding photographer. I was either going to follow my dad’s path and go to dental school, or become a social worker. But a freshman in college decided to shoot a few photos for fun, and now over eight years and almost 200 weddings later, I could not imagine myself doing anything else. This is my dream job!

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Abby wasn’t able to travel to my wedding but she sent her assistants and she edited the photos. It went absolutely perfect. The photos were beautiful and I got so many meaningful photos with my family and his family that I wouldn’t have thought to get. I sent her draft of a timeline and the photographers printed it out and had it to make sure the photos I wanted got done. They were absolutely amazing. Thank you so much to Abby and her team.
Paige L., a year ago
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SimplyZoom photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Serves DeKalb, IL

We offer professional photography at an affordable price. Capturing your special moments should not be expensive. We work with our customers requests and needs in order to give them what they are looking for. Our customers always come first! I look forward to working with you!

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From the moment we booked SimplyZoom Photography, Ardita was a joy to work with. Her communication was quick, efficient, and always friendly and professional. The quality of her work was simply beautiful, with an incredible attention to detail that captured all the special moments of our wedding day. Ardita was also happy to advise on the timing of events and the types of shots she thought we'd love, and she even helped my mother and me when we were getting ready. The final photos were exactly what we wanted - an incredible value that we will cherish for a lifetime. We couldn't be happier with SimplyZoom Photography and highly recommend them to any couple planning their wedding.
Lily T., 6 months ago
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Jovan Kiah & Co Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,700
  • Serves DeKalb, IL

Hi, I’m Jovan Kiah — a wedding and portrait photographer based just outside Indianapolis. I’m your personal hype woman, passionate about capturing vibrant, true-to-color moments that feel like you. From big milestones to everyday magic, I’m here to freeze time in a way that’s real, timeless, and joy-filled. When I’m not behind the camera, I’m soaking up motherhood, planning game nights, or enjoying something sweet—because life’s too short not to.

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Jovan was such a pleasure to work with. Me and my partner often find it hard to really connect and feel comfortable in front of the camera yet she made us feel right at home. Would 100% recommend and do plan on working with her again in the future.
Jackie B., 2 years ago
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LAR Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,250
  • Serves DeKalb, IL

I am here to photograph weddings, couples, and branding sessions for those who are goofy, eccentric lovers and people like me! I absolutely love the magic that is created with the couples and individuals I meet to make their dreams or ideas a reality! If you have a wild spirit, and want your moments captured, lets chat! All are welcome <3

Awarded Best of Zola
From the very first interaction, the team at LAR Photography impressed us with their professional, caring, and attentive communication style. Their work was truly amazing - the photos they captured were absolutely beautiful and incredibly creative, perfectly documenting all the special moments of our wedding day. They were so helpful, lending a hand throughout the day and coming up with great ideas for shots. I would choose LAR Photography a thousand times over to do our wedding - they were an absolute pleasure to work with and we are thrilled with the stunning photos that will allow us to cherish our special day forever.
Paola A., 9 months ago
Captured by Kelly 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,200
  • Serves DeKalb, IL

Hey there- my names Kelly! I started my business in fall 2019 and hit the ground running and I have shot over 130 weddings since then. If we're the right fit, I would love to help you plan, sort out your timeline, and be your best friend for the day. I can promise that I will work my butt off for YOU to make sure your day is as special as your love and everything you always dreamed of.

Awarded Best of Zola
Booking Kelly for our wedding was one of the BEST decisions we made!! Words can't describe just how good she is - her eye for finding the great shots, her editing, her ability to herd and organize groomsmen and grandparents to keep things moving along, the list is endless. Not only that, but she is genuinely so nice and makes you feel extremely comfortable in front of the camera. Kelly's work is easily 100% worth the investment and more!!
Elizabeth S., a year ago
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LotusFly Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves DeKalb, IL

I've been capturing weddings since 2009. My style is classic/true to color and my approach is a mix of directive (for posed parts of the day) and candid. Overall, I blend into the background as much as possible when it's appropriate, capturing things as they happen and I help you create portraits with gentle direction and humor where necessary. It is your day. let’s work together to make your photos the best record of your memories they can be! I look forward to working with you!

Awarded Best of Zola
I just wanted to take a moment to share my incredible experience with LotusFly Photography. Their work turned out absolutely amazing and exceeded all my expectations for both engagement and wedding photos. Not only were they professional and attentive to every detail, but they also made the entire process enjoyable and stress-free. Their creativity and expertise truly shone through in every photograph, creating memories that I will cherish forever. I highly recommend LotusFly Photography to anyone looking for top-notch photography services. Their talent and passion for their craft are evident in every shot, and I couldn't be happier with the final outcome. Thank you, LotusFly Photography, for your outstanding work!
Maggie T., a year ago
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Jared Countryman Productions 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves DeKalb, IL

“I’m Jared, a Dallas & Vegas wedding photographer/videographer who loves documenting weddings that feel real, fun, emotional, and full of personality. I blend candid storytelling with clean, timeless editing so your photos and films look as good in 30 years as they do today.”

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From the moment we first spoke with Jared, we knew his communication style would be a perfect fit for our wedding day. He was efficient, convenient, and thoroughly responsive to all of our questions and requests. The final photos and video Jared delivered were nothing short of stunning - unique, beautiful, and truly breathtaking. He captured so many meaningful moments that we'll cherish forever. Jared arrived early on our wedding day and worked seamlessly with our bridal party, who raved about how much they loved working with him. Our engagement photo shoots with Jared were also so much fun, and he gave us great direction when we needed it. Compared to other photographers we considered, Jared's services were very reasonably priced, yet his work was absolutely professional and high-quality. We definitely recommend Jared Countryman Productions to any couple looking for a talented, attentive, and truly gifted wedding photographer and videographer.
Kristen K., 2 months ago
Dani Marie Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves DeKalb, IL

I’m a Wisconsin-based, travel-ready photographer specializing in weddings and families who want photos that feel like them. My approach is natural, romantic, and real — documenting your story with emotion, movement, and meaning. Let’s create images that will live as part of your legacy.

Awarded Best of Zola
Dani Marie Photography was a pleasure to work with on our wedding day. From our initial contact, her communication style was efficient and friendly, whether through email or text, and she was always accommodating to our needs. The quality of her work was excellent - she was hardworking, friendly, and provided great support throughout the day. Dani helped us with time management and captured the beauty of our special day perfectly! We are thrilled with the photos and would highly recommend Dani Marie Photography to any couple looking for an experienced and talented wedding photographer!
Brenna V., a year ago
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Cara Ann Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,400
  • Serves DeKalb, IL

Hi there, I'm Cara! I am based in south central Wisconsin and serve Wisconsin, the midwest, and beyond. I started Cara Ann Photography to capture love stories in their truest form, and with true to color timeless editing your whole story comes to life.

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Cara is absolutely amazing. She was incredibly helpful with everything! From helping me chose a veil length to making sure our timeline allowed enough time for every event. She is truly there for you throughout the entire process. We are in love with all of our photos from Cara. Our engagement shoot with her may have been a bit chilly but she made it so fun that the hour went by quickly. Cara does amazing work, we loved our engagement photos and every single wedding photo.
Sarah, 3 years ago
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Mary Rose Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $6,250
  • Serves DeKalb, IL

I have been a wedding photographer for over 13 years now, but I'm still excited about every wedding I shoot. Every day is different, and I love the excitement and the genuine relationships that I get to capture between the couple, their parents, their siblings, and their best friends. My goal is to help each couple have the best possible day, while capturing their memories in the most flattering and memorable way.

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Bryson and I had the honor of working with Mary Rose for our wedding and we were so blessed by her partnership and her craft - not only did she get us previews less than 24h after the event itself, we had the full gallery one month later. And the photos were AMAZING. She captured the formal portraits and the unseen moments in the most tender way. Her presence is calming and encouraging; she is an expedient communicator leading up the event, extremely collaborative yet informative. We knew we were in good hands with a pro like Mary Rose. She is the confidant you want by your side no matter what curveballs the wedding day may throw or family dynamics may bring.. We knew we wanted to work with Mary Rose during our first consultation call, when she found a chicken egg in her pocket from her farm, because she is just that cool. And to this day and for years and years to come, we cherish the photos that she was able to capture. It is an honor to work with Mary Rose and I suggest you do the same!
Calla J., a month ago
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Gordino Photo and Video 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,300
  • Serves DeKalb, IL

I started off only wanting to take photos and videos of my friends. Now it seems like my passion has gone full circle and my clients have become my friends. Whether photographing parties or shooting short films, it is my goal as a professional artist, to capture those emotions, and present beautiful memories that will last forever. My ultimate reward will come years later—when you look at your photographs , videos and those memories once again come to life.

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Hey, Gordino did a great job with my wedding photos. I’m not a picture taking person but he was every helpful showing me how to take my pictures. He was very professional he arrived on time and ready to work. I will book again for other special events.
Jessica J., 4 years ago
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505 Media Company 

4.3

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves DeKalb, IL

As a Media Company, 505 Media Co always tries to capture genuine emotions. When we capture a wedding. We have the unique opportunity to freeze that moment in time. This is a priceless treasure a couple can cherish for the rest of their lives.

I had my wedding in November 2023, and working with 505 was like a DREAM. I got a package that allowed me to work with a video and photo team, and I also had a day-of coordinator. Krystal was my coordinator, and she was incredible!! She was super friendly and bubbly, but also extremely professional. Working with her and her team was such a smooth process; they were quick communicators, I always got a response back quickly, and I never felt uncertain or worried with them. From the engagement session to the wedding itself to the delivery of the final product, I was extremely happy. The photographers and videographers were so much fun to work with, and I honestly can't speak highly enough about how happy my new husband and I are. We also referred 505 to my cousin that just got married. Love this team!!
Gisselle L., 2 years ago
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Marissa K Webb Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,100
  • Serves DeKalb, IL

I’m Marissa a photographer, mom, and wife. When I’m not behind the camera, you’ll usually find me adventuring around Chicago (or across the country) with my family. We love exploring new places, and I’ll never say no to a good plate of nachos, a Snickers, or a fizzy water. Photography has been part of me for as long as I can remember—I’ve always had a camera in hand. Fun fact: my daughters are even named after a camera and after light (can you guess their names?). What I love most is capturing real, meaningful moments, especially weddings. Being able to preserve love stories in an authentic and lasting way is truly the heart of what I do.

Awarded Best of Zola
Marissa was so helpful in helping us determine what packages would be most helpful for us based on our wants and the day of the wedding, she was helpful and professional. The pictures she took were amazing and better than we could have imagined! We've had her since take other headshots and couples photos. We trust her with our photographic memories!
Melissa, 2 years ago
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Your Wedding Day Film 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,499
  • Serves DeKalb, IL

Your Wedding Day Film is a Florida-based destination wedding photography and videography company. I’m Vanessa, and storytelling is at the heart of everything we do. Our skilled team captures the emotion, beauty, and candid moments of your special day. We specialize in photography, with the option to add videography, so you can relive your wedding through stunning images and cinematic films. From planning to delivery of your galleries and videos within 4–6 weeks, we’re with you every step of the way, local or destination. When I’m not behind the camera, I enjoy time with family, friends, or taking our German Shepherd mix at the dog beach.

Awarded Best of Zola
Vanessa was amazing to work with. She made us feel comfortable, stayed calm and unobtrusive, and still captured every moment beautifully. Our film is emotional, polished, and everything we hoped for. So grateful we chose her and we highly recommend!
phillip, 3 months ago