The Best Wedding Photographers in Kankakee, IL

The Best Wedding Photographers in Kankakee, IL

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555 Wedding Photographers in Kankakee, IL

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Nova Photos 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $795
  • Serves Kankakee, IL

Nova Photos is a wedding photography, videography, and photo booth studio in Chicago, IL. We're a multicultural, multilingual, LGBTQ-friendly, photographer/employee-owned studio dedicated to documenting the most memorable moments of your wedding day! Collectively, we have captured over 10,000 weddings. At Nova Photos, we work with our clients every step of the way. The team provides comprehensive support with planning locations, setting up permits, and creating a timeline that works for them and their other vendors. Every couple deserves more than just memories; they deserve a timeless keepsake that captures the essence of their love story!

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Nova Photos absolutely understood the assignment when capturing my maternity shoot. Super creative, friendly, and fun! I’ll definitely be using them again!
Jamie L., 9 months ago
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Essence Weddings 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,399
  • Serves Kankakee, IL

We are a local, family-owned company, striving for excellence in our craft. Our mission is to create fresh and exciting imagery while detailing the warmth and joy of your wedding. Our top priority is building trust with our couple and their loved ones, ensuring a pleasant experience for all. When you work with our team, our level of dedication gives you the confidence and peace of mind that your wedding is in good hands. Services Offered: -Photo -Video -DJ -Photo Booth -Formalwear *Remember to ask about our bundle packages

We could not have been happier with the services and product we received! We picked Nora as our photographer as it seemed like she was great at using natural lighting and did a good job with capturing photos that weren’t posed. We were not disappointed! Nora made the process as easy as humanly possible and very comfortable. She was able to read us easily and could tell when the group was getting restless and even could tell if I wanted certain photos without me saying. Nora was the only photographer but managed to capture all the photos we could have hoped for. The ceremony photos were beautiful but the reception photos perfectly captured the night. The quality of the photos when we got them was spectacular. Additionally, the entirety of the photos were sent to us within just over 4 weeks despite the fact that they had 8 weeks. Lastly, we booked the DJ through essence as well (spinning’ discs) and Nora and the dj worked together great which made it that much easier. If you’re considering essence, do it - you will not regret!
Cristina S., 9 months ago
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Roman Lorek Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Kankakee, IL

I am a bilingual (Polish, English) Chicago & NWI based wedding photographer who enjoys traveling and music. I like to take a documentary approach to photography. Keeping posing to a minimum and capturing natural moments of your big day. I am a perfect photographer for a couple that believes the natural moments mean more than posed photographs.

Awarded Best of Zola
Roman Lorek Photography was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding. From the very beginning, they were great communicators - open, honest, and responsive to all of our questions and requests. Their work is truly high quality, with an artistic and beautiful style that captured all the special moments of our day. They went above and beyond, making thoughtful suggestions and recommendations that helped make our wedding day even more perfect. Roman and Anastasia were friendly, professional, and made the entire photography experience easy and stress-free. They also did a "family" engagement shoot ahead of our wedding, which was the most fun I had ever had taking photos. Could not have been a better experience all-around! We would highly recommend Roman Lorek Photography to any couple looking for a talented and dedicated wedding photography team.
Rea H., 8 months ago
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Well Told Weddings 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,104
  • Serves Kankakee, IL
  • Offer

We know that each client is unique and presents an opportunity for us to meet their artistic needs. Our passion to create and capture moments to help make your day perfect is what drives us. Our photographers excel at manipulating light, staging, and encapsulating the day’s story so that you get a memory that is vibrant, fresh, and Together, we will collaborate and design a look that best fits how you want to remember your big day, while doing so in both a comfortable and expressive way. Each package we offer is designed to provide you the most value for your needs and is fully customizable.

Awarded Best of Zola
As a young couple getting married, it was scary to trust a company to provide everything we needed, but we felt very confident when we talked with Steve. The communication with Steve was great and smooth! They offered a Photographer, Videographer, DJ, and Photo booth! Ron, Austin, and DeAndre were the dream team. If I could give more than five stars, I would.
Lissi P., 7 months ago
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Kara Evans Photographer 

5.0

Kankakee, IL
  • Classic style

Hey love, I’m Kara - your Nikon-loving, sunset-obsessed photographer and wedding cheerleader! When my sister got engaged in 2010 and I invested in my first camera, I started to experience the joy of documenting love stories as I photographed her engagement session - my very first session. From there, things grew quickly and now my husband and I photograph 20+ weddings a year together! When I’m not photographing weddings throughout Chicagoland, you can find me snuggling our puppies Georgie + Jett, lovin’ on my family, spoiling the littles in our life as Auntie Kara, gardening in our backyard, and exploring breweries with my husband Kyle.

Kara is one of our favorite photographers to work with, and we have nothing but great things to say about her work!
Kaitlin, 5 years ago
Brooke Kristine Photography 

5.0

Kankakee, IL
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $3,100

Welcome! I'm Brooke. I am so glad you're here. Grab a coffee, pull up your favorite chair and stay awhile. Catch up with the latest right here on the blog! My passion as a photographer comes from my love of art, creating memories, and my mother. In 2016 my mom passed away from Leukemia. My number one supporter, motivator, and overall most important person in my life was taken away from me way too early. Now all I have left are pictures.

I cannot recommend Brooke enough!! She was such a pleasure to work with for both engagement photos and the wedding day. Her work is BEAUTIFUL!!!
Mary L., a year ago
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Sheena Anne photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Kankakee, 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.

Awarded Best of Zola
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., 6 months ago
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Michelle Zapanta Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $4,800
  • Serves Kankakee, IL

What started out as a hobby, evolved into a great passion. With a camera on hand for every event, I spent my lunch money as a young kid developing films at the photo store. I became so fond of capturing as many organic moments as I can in photographs and fell in love with the idea of telling people's stories in images rather than words. I started venturing into professional photography right after my own wedding to my high school sweetheart, Erick, which was back in 2014. I LOVE everything wedding-related. My favorite to photographs are the wedding details, the bride and groom portraits and anything that will make me either cry or laugh!

Awarded Best of Zola
Working with Michelle was the best choice my wife and I made during our wedding preparations. Her photos are stunning. True professionalism, skill, and a keen eye for capturing those happy moments. But best of all, she has a warm personality which made working with her feel easy. She was able to photograph our Indian wedding with such class, that these memories will remain with us forever.
Kelsey D., 9 months ago
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Alana Jordan Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,250
  • Serves Kankakee, IL

Hello there! My name is Alana. I am a wedding photographer based in the Chicagoland area who ranges from lovely backyard weddings in the suburbs, to swanky celebrations in the city, to flying off to stunning elopements around the world. Weddings with me include tons of laughter, lots of support in planning and organizing, and photos so vivid that your memories jump out of the frame. (It may also include us both happy crying together on the big day) I make the whole process as easy and fun as possible, and would be absolutely honored to take on the role of turning your memories into artwork!

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We had the half-day wedding shoot with Alana for our wedding of 60 people and she was so fabulous! From our engagement photos to the photos on our wedding day, I was impressed throughout the whole experience! Not only was she creative and talented with her photos, she was very kind and so easy to work with! She was very detail oriented and considerate of our families, friends and what we liked / wanted for the day! The photos make me smile every time I look back on them and just turned out so beautifully. I would 20/10 recommend Alana if you are looking for a great photographer!
Claire, a year ago
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Elena Solenkova Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Kankakee, IL

My name is Elena. I’m a photographer based in Chicago. I'm booking 2024-25 seasons, so I have some available dates if you have realized that you still need a photographer. I’m ready to help you at your wedding day.

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Elena was amazing to work with and very detail-oriented. She captured our wedding day absolutely perfectly with our vision! Elena also listened to our requests, was easy to work with, and provided help with photography coordination. My husband and I would recommend Elena to everyone we know!
Morgan G., 2 months ago
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Moira Nolan Photography 

5.0

  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves Kankakee, IL

Hey there! If we’re going to be friends, you should know that I'm goofy, adventurous, a shameless cat mom, and I don’t like chocolate (weird right?!). I graduated from Bradley University in 2018 and launched Moira Nolan Photography, specializing in wedding and engagement photography in 2019. Now here I am, a capturer of laughs, kisses, & all things love and it brings me so much joy! I mainly serve the Chicago and the Chicago Suburbs but I love to travel! Especially since it is a goal of mine to visit all 50 states.

Awarded Best of Zola
I can't even begin to describe how absolutely amazing and wonderful our experience was with Moira! When we first contacted Moira she called us to go over our questions, and her services, it was so nice to be able to have a conversation about what we wanted and what she would provide! In the time leading up to our engagement shoot, I had changed my mind on location multiple times and Moira was extremely understanding and helped my vision come to life! We took our engagement pictures at the public library where I met my (now) husband and even took some pictures in the rain at our favorite park! Moira worked thru the downpour and got some AMAZING shots! Leading up to our wedding we met with Moira to go over timeline and she helped to make sure we would have enough time allocated for everything we wanted. On our wedding day Moira was punctual and extremely amazing to work with! We had to move some things around timeline wise and it all worked out beautifully. Our pictures are absolutely INCREDIBLE. I'm obsessed with them and she captured our day perfectly. I hope this review helps with your decision to pick your photographer, and I would HIGHLY recommend working with Moira, she is the best of the best!
Ally W., 7 months ago
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Erica Melissa 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Kankakee, IL

​Erica Melissa is a seasoned wedding and destination photographer based in both Miami and Chicago, with over a decade of experience capturing love stories across the U.S. and internationally. Her work is characterized by an artistic, documentary-style approach, focusing on authentic moments and emotional storytelling.​

Hiring Erica Melissa for our destination wedding in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico was hands-down the best decision we made. From the very first conversation, she brought warmth, professionalism, and a calming energy that we didn’t even realize we needed. She captured every moment—from the sun-drenched vows to the wild dance floor—with such an editorial eye and deep emotion. Looking through our gallery felt like reliving a dream. Every photo tells a story. Erica didn’t just document our wedding—she elevated it. We’ll treasure these images forever.
Melanie, 3 months ago
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Weddings by Leoñ 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves Kankakee, IL

Weddings by Leoñ is a team of talented professionals dedicated to capturing stunning visuals for your special events. Based in Plainfield, IL, we go beyond boundaries, traveling both domestically and internationally to turn your dreams into reality. With our creative expertise, your cherished moments will be forever immortalized in breathtaking imagery. Let us be a part of your extraordinary journey, wherever it takes us.

Awarded Best of Zola
Luis is an amazing photographer!! He is super professional and makes sure one feels comfortable which makes everything run super smooth and fun. I absolutely love my pictures and now I can go back and remember this day forever.
Aurora, a year ago
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Andrea Saavedra Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Serves Kankakee, IL

My name is Andrea Saavedra and I am so glad you are here! It is an honor and a privilege to know that my images have caught your eye and have brought you to this space. My goal as your photographer is to have a fun, easy going time capturing you and your loved ones. I want to deliver top notch images that remain timeless for years to come while flaunting the sincere emotions of your session. I want to preserve those true smiles, sweet kisses, warm snuggles and playful banter for you to cherish and display for a lifetime.

Andrea was absolutely fantastic! Our wedding day was not traditional and we asked Andrea to gather a few formal shots with most being candid. We were so surprised by all the small yet incredibly important moments that she was able to capture. Her attitude and go with the flow personality fit what we were looking for perfectly. We couldn’t have asked for a better person to capture an important day with us.
Luke & L., 6 months ago
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Aspen Avenue 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $8,500
  • Serves Kankakee, IL

Aspen Avenue Photo & Video is a luxury wedding photography and videography studio, led by a husband-and-wife team passionate about capturing timeless, editorial-style love stories. With a keen eye for detail and an artful approach, we craft stunning visuals that evoke emotion and elegance. Our team is dedicated to storytelling, ensuring every couple’s unique journey is beautifully preserved with sophistication and authenticity. Whether it's an intimate elopement or a grand celebration, Aspen Avenue delivers unforgettable imagery that stands the test of time.

Awarded Best of Zola
cannot say enough how amazing these 2 were! highly recommended them! we were doing our best to stay under dudget and if we were going go slurge it was going to be on pictures! we got what we paid for and more!!!
Caitlyn L., 3 years ago
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Requisite Photography Group 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,900
  • Serves Kankakee, IL

Requisite Photography Group is a Chicago-based studio passionate about capturing love stories, milestone moments, and everything in between. We specialize in wedding photography that feels timeless, genuine, and beautifully composed — blending documentary-style storytelling with intentional detail. Whether you're celebrating a wedding, engagement, or life’s next chapter, our mission is to deliver an experience rooted in passion, precision, and professionalism. From your first inquiry to the final gallery, we’re here to ensure your most meaningful moments are captured with care and creativity.

From the moment we first connected with Requisite Photography Group, we were impressed by their attentive, honest, and helpful communication style. They took the time to understand our vision and provided detailed guidance throughout the planning process. On the day of our wedding, their patience and professionalism put us at ease, allowing us to fully enjoy the experience. The quality of their work is simply excellent - the vibrant, detailed photos they captured beautifully reflect the joy and love of our special day. We are thrilled with the results and would highly recommend Requisite Photography Group to any couple looking for an exceptional photography experience. Ronald was our photographer and he was truly passionate about capturing our moments.
Martese, a month ago
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Lasting Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,790
  • Serves Kankakee, IL

Lasting Photography is a wedding photography business based in Chicago, Illinois, owned and operated by photographer Lawrence. The company specializes in contemporary and natural imagery, striving to capture your big day with personality and authenticity.

Lawrence was the best wedding photographer! He was so awesome to work with. He captured our big day with beautiful pics!! He’s professional and responsive. I’d recommend him to anyone
Hannah, a year ago
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Abigael Brittin Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,700
  • Serves Kankakee, IL

Hi! I’m Abi, a passionate visual storyteller with a focus on documentary-style photography. My work is all about capturing authentic, raw moments that tell the unique story of your wedding day. I was born and raised in Minooka, Illinois and then spent my college years and early 20's in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Me and my husband moved back to Illinois last year to be closer to family! I enjoy all things creative and lounging on the couch with my husband, Clay, and our two crazy dogs. I am a lover of craft beer, mexican food, and reality TV. I was created to create and give all of the Glory to God!

We couldn’t be happier with our wedding photos! Abi captured our day so beautifully—every moment, every detail. She was incredibly flexible, professional, and easy to work with from start to finish. The photos are absolutely stunning, and we’ll treasure them forever. We’re so grateful for her talent and can’t recommend her enough!
Alexandra L., 6 days ago
Bridgette Benson Photography 
  • Classic style
  • Serves Kankakee, IL

It all started with a hand-me-down camera and my obsession with weddings. I discovered my passion for photography as a teenager, and I’ve been hooked ever since! After earning my degree in Paralegal Studies, I decided it was time to pursue my dream. There’s something about photographing weddings that brings me true happiness. I love capturing the genuine connection between couples on their big day. When I’m not behind the camera, I’m spending time with my family! I have a beautiful little boy and one precious, fluffy dog. I also love reading books and taking weekend road trips with my friends and family.

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Eivan's Photo & Video 

4.9

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,149
  • Serves Kankakee, IL

We offer a personalized experience backed up by more than 33+ years in business delivering high quality, creative photography and video on time and within your wedding budget. We are experts in photojournalism, offering couples an unmatched level of value for their wedding photography and video services.

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Eivan’s Photography really met and exceeded my expectations! My photographer was so professional and the quality of work was amazing. I’m loving my wedding pictures and they have facilitated the process so much. This was the lowest priced company I found, but the quality was not compromised at all. Very pleasant experience over all!
Ana Z., 19 days ago
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Original Weddings Photo & Video 

4.9

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Kankakee, IL

Original Weddings Photo & Video is a team of EMMY award winning storytellers. Our photography and videography packages are tailored to you, customizable and perfect for every wedding. We offer engagement photography, wedding photos, highlight films, wedding coverage and more.

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Our team from Sound Originals was AMAZING!!! Not only did our photos turn out great, but they were all so friendly, accommodating and professional. Highly recommend a package with 2 photographers. This allowed for us to have memories of the moments we would have missed. They did a beautiful job documenting our special day!!! Can’t wait to see our videos.
Amanda G., 10 months ago
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George Street Photo and Video 

4.9

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,295
  • Serves Kankakee, IL
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George Street Photo and Video has one story to tell: Yours. With over twenty years of experience, our award-winning team has been lucky to capture thousands of weddings for our couples across the United States. Specializing in both wedding photography and videography, we offer affordable and customizable packages starting at $1295 that are designed to suit your unique vision and budget. We even offer a fun style test to help us match you with a photographer that aligns with the vibe of your day.

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George Street Photo and Video was an excellent choice for our wedding photography. Their communication style was quick, detailed, and punctual, which put us at ease throughout the planning process. The quality of their work was timeless, creative, and efficient - they captured all the shots we requested and got the job done even when our timelines were a bit messy. The photographer arrived on time and, although we didn't have a specific vision, he was able to guide us and pose us accordingly. Even with our own timeline disruptions, the photographer remained efficient and ensured he captured everything we needed for our special day.
Brittany C., 7 months ago
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Ivory Grove 

4.9

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

We are a team of photographers, videographers, and event planners serving the state of Missouri! We specialize in capturing the genuine moments of authentic joy in each wedding we are a part of. Our priority is to treat every client the way we would like to be treated and to make this the easiest, most enjoyable part of your wedding. Nothing makes us happier than helping others create unforgettable memories, and we can't wait to do the same for you!

Awarded Best of Zola
Communication with Ivory Grove was beyond what I could have hoped for. Through the whole process, both our photographer Ashlar and videographer Johnathan were on top of everything! Their work was timeless, beautiful, and perfect, capturing our special day in a way that means so deeply to my husband and I. Ashlar and Johnathan both went out of their ways on our wedding day - Ashlar even let us use her own white ink pen when I got a stain on my dress! Wonderful company and great product for something that means so much. Thank you, Ivory Grove!
Emily T., 7 months ago
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Once Like a Spark Wedding Co. 

4.9

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,845
  • Serves Kankakee, IL

More than a decade ago, two sisters - knew there had to be a better way to allow talented photographers and videographers to focus on what they do best -- create gorgeous art -- while providing couples with better support in the planning process. Together, they created an all-inclusive, stress-free environment where couples can choose from talented local photographers and videographers and work with a small team of planning experts equipped and eager to make everything a success. With the pressure gone, you can truly enjoy your big day. Relax and rest assured that all the emotional and moments will be documented with unmatched quality.

Once Like a Spark Wedding Co. was a fantastic choice for our wedding photography. Their communication style was thorough and well-planned, which put us at ease throughout the entire process. They worked closely with us to create a custom package that fit our needs and budget perfectly. On the day of the wedding, they were responsive and attentive, capturing hundreds of bright, light-filled photos that beautifully documented all the special moments. The end results were incredible - we are thrilled with the quality of their work and the value they provided. We would highly recommend Once Like a Spark Wedding Co. to any couple looking for an exceptional wedding photography experience.
Casaundra, a month ago
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Albany Capture Film & Photography Studios 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Kankakee, IL

You're not just hiring a photographer—you're gaining a creative partner who’s with you from “yes” to “I do.” I’m Pedro, Creative Director of Albany Capture, and for over 12 years I’ve been documenting love stories through a style that blends photojournalism with fine art. Weddings are more than just events—they're a celebration of connection, and I’m passionate about preserving the real, fleeting moments that make your day unforgettable.

Awarded Best of Zola
We were so happy to have Pedro photograph our big day! He was professional, communicative, and did a great job making us, our wedding party, and guests feel comfortable in front of the camera. I had several guests ask if we had multiple photographers and were shocked to hear we just had one - Pedro was everywhere capturing the special moments of our wedding. We have also been so happy with the photos we've seen and can't wait for the rest. It ended up being very warm in Chicago on our wedding day. Even though we were so toasty and sweaty, Pedro's expert skills made us all look great! I would highly recommend him for your wedding photo needs.
Claire C., 7 days ago

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