Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in Lake Forest, IL

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Anvil and Lace Photography

5.0

Union, MI
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,300
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL

Hi, I'm Abbey a Southwest Michigan based photographer serving Grand Rapids, Detroit, Mid-Michigan, Northern Indiana, Chicago and beyond. On your wedding day I'll be there capturing all the beautiful moments that express your love for each other and make up your day special. Let me be your visual storyteller and capture timeless photographs of love for all time.

Abbey at Anvil and Lace Photography is so sweet and so talented. She was easy to work with and such a fun presence on our wedding day. She’s adorable with great package options- we opted for a second photographer and they were an amazing team. Abbey also offered engagement sessions and the quality of photos were great and our time together was so fun. We will be returning!
Emma, a year ago
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Widlet Photography

5.0

Chicago, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL

Since I was 12 years old, I have always loved to photograph my friends and family, that was with Kodak Film but it wasn't as easy as it is now, photography has been my passion since then. I studied Journalism and photography in 2002 at the Institute of LAINSPROCOM and have been shooting weddings and portraits professionally since 2006. I describe my photography as honest, sincere, and intimate. My primary focus is the beauty and raw emotion in each moment. I love the romance of weddings, I approach each event and each session with attention, honesty, and love. I put my heart and soul into my work.

Our experience with Widlet was amazing. He is such a fun photographer to be around. He is very professional and got the eye to catch the perfect shot. In overall we ended with BEAUTIFUL PICTURES. I would recommend him without a doubt.
Marie-Line B., 3 years ago
Derrick Parsons Weddings

5.0

Milwaukee, WI
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,750
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL

I have had the pleasure of working with and learning from world class photo journalists. Because of this I have a documentary-first type style, I am always searching for candid moments. The small moments in between the big events of the day.

Great to work with, professional, and wonderful quality photos!
Wildlife Prairie Park, 2 years ago
Alex Rodriquez Photo

5.0

Milwaukee, WI
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,300
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL

Hi! I'm Alex, a wedding photographer based out of Milwaukee, WI! I've been a photographer since 2017 and have fallen absolutely in love with capturing love stories! When I'm not behind the camera, you can likely find me traveling (I'm in Arizona a lot), snuggled up at home with my pups, or trying local coffee shops!

We had the absolute pleasure of having Alex as our wedding photographer, and I can't say enough wonderful things about her! From the moment we first met her, she radiated warmth and professionalism. Alex's talent behind the camera is truly remarkable. She has a unique ability to capture the most candid and heartwarming moments, turning them into stunning works of art. Her attention to detail is impeccable, and every photo she took seemed to tell a story. On the day of the wedding, Alex was an absolute joy to work with. She made everyone feel comfortable and at ease, and her positive energy was infectious. She was able to effortlessly blend into the background, capturing all the intimate moments without ever feeling intrusive. Not only is Alex incredibly talented, but she is also incredibly dedicated to her craft. She went above and beyond to ensure that we got the most beautiful wedding photos. She scouted out the perfect locations, worked tirelessly to capture the best lighting, and was willing to travel to us to get the shots we dreamed of. The final photos exceeded our expectations in every way. They were breathtakingly beautiful and brought tears to our eyes as we relived our special day through Alex's lens. She managed to capture the love, joy, and emotion of the day in every shot, and for that, we are forever grateful. If you're looking for a wedding or engagement photographer who is not only talented but also a pleasure to work with, Alex is the one. She is a true artist, and we feel so lucky to have had her as our photographer. Thank you, Alex, for capturing our day so beautifully!
Eileen W., 9 months ago
KC Photography Wisconsin

5.0

Kenosha, WI
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL

As a photographer, participating in your wedding and seeing you begin your own journey of commitment to each other is a true honor. Being invited to a cherished event with your friends and family, and asked to commemorate that event through photography for future generations is not a responsibility that I take lightly.

I’m really happy with my wedding photos from KC Photography! We got married in a non-traditional location, but you can’t tell from the photographs. They are just as lovely as church wedding photos! My sparkler exit went by so fast - but I’m lucky to have a glimpse of that moment documented forever in my wedding album.
Aileen F., 2 years ago
Rachael Schirano Photography

5.0

Bloomington, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL

Wedding Photographer based in Chicago + Central Illinois. Available to capture connections across the globe. Transforming your expressions of love into photographic poetry that stands the test of time. Whether it’s a sun-drenched kiss, a quiet hair-tuck, or your hands finding each other beneath a table. Warm, safe, and beautifully imperfect. Somewhere you can experience the magic of being yourself with each other. The place your heart always knows to come back to, even when you feel lost and life gives you a hard squeeze. Because that’s what I’m really here to capture: Posterity.

Rachael was the BEST! I can’t explain how comfortable she made me, my husband, and wedding party!! She was SO incredibly easy to work with!
Breana M., 6 months ago
Timeless Trinity Company

5.0

Genoa, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL

I devote my craft to capturing authentic personalities, genuine happiness, and pure love during my photography services. I am dedicated to capture your love story through wedding photography, portraits and family photos!

We had a great time working with Trinity. She was so fun and very prepared! She even helped us get to our family dinner after everyone left and we discovered we locked our keys in our car. She went above and beyond with our small wedding and we got some amazing pictures.
Brad and J., a year ago
Studio Zwerveling

5.0

Evanston, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6,750
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL

Focusing on the beautiful in-between moments. Working with a mix of film photography, digital photography, and super 8 film, we create stories that last a lifetime. Capturing the candid moments with a documentary eye, we are here to encapsulate your forever memories on film.

Working with Emma is always seamless. She's very organized, excited, and has a professionalism that is unmatched. I've seen countless uncomfortable couples be put at ease and start to relax/have fun just from her and Sophia's guidance on how to interact in front of the lens. 10/10 would work with them again!
Three Swords Floral Co., 4 months ago
Kenny Kim Photography

5.0

Des Plaines, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6,995
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL

Kenny Kim has always been fascinated by the visual arts, especially the connection between art and photography. Combined with his love of travel and culture, he has become one of the most respected and sought after destination wedding photographers of his industry. Since 2006, Kenny Kim Photography has quickly grown into a nationally recognized studio and Kenny’s work, which spans the globe in over 400 weddings and destination events, has been featured in the most respected photography periodicals.

Kenny is amazing. He asked us for a list of the bridal party/family/VIPs ahead of time and memorized who everyone was so that he could easily ask people to do what he needed for photos. He is creative, professional, efficient, and timely. We are so in love with our photos.
Ariana K., 5 months ago
AJ Abelman Photography

5.0

Chicago, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL

I didn’t get into the wedding industry because I was the little girl dreaming of my wedding day. I love story-telling, I love love, and I love people who want to laugh and have a great time because they realize that life is short and beautiful. Wedding photography is all of those things at once; every time I go to work it’s the best day of someone’s life. How cool is that?

I stumbled across AJ on TikTok after another creator I followed tagged her in something, and let me tell you, that was the best click I’ve ever made. AJ talks often about her “daisy chains” (people who book and rebook for progressive life events) and it’s so clear why her clients are so loyal. We had her take our engagement pictures and also document our welcome party and wedding. She has such a great eye for the perfect, unique shot, but even the expected photos came out incredible. She was at a little higher price point than some of the photographers I looked at, less expensive than others, but I will tell you she was worth every single penny I paid her. She also is just a wonderful person to work with – she did a great job putting us at ease in every interaction, facilitating our personalities really coming out in the photos, and was just funny, and personable, and kind. My guests repeatedly (and well after the wedding was over) made a point to tell me how much they liked her and how comfortable she made them. I will also tell you that I am not terribly comfortable with myself and particularly being photographed and she not only made me calm the heck down but she helped me to be comfortable enough that she got absolutely stunning photos. 10/10, definitely hire her, and let this be a lesson in trusting your gut when TikTok leads you down a rabbit hole to the perfect person for the job.
Kate J., 20 days ago
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Composed and Exposed Photography

5.0

South Elgin, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,900
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL

My name is Becka! I am extremely passionate about photography and I love what I do! I work with my husband, Daniel, who offers videography. We are obsessed with our two cats, Josie and Daphne. We love going to concerts, hiking, and checking out new movies!

Highly talented and always an A+ experience working together.
Rev. Victoria Burnett, 2 years ago
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R&R Productions
Wesley Chapel, FL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,599
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL

We are a photo and cinema team. Our niche is weddings, fashion and quinceaneras. We love what we do and our foundation is Jesus. Without Him we would not be here. We are a destination team as well. We travelnthe U.S. and abroad.

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Annie Theby Photography
Des Plaines, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL

I’m a Chicago based photographer that specializes in intimate weddings and adventurous elopements. My vibe is documentary style photography where authentic joy and moody editing tones collide. I love to travel and can often be found capturing love stories across the United States and Worldwide.

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Sullivan & Sullivan Studios
Chicago, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,500
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL

NOT ACCEPTING WEDDINGS AFTER 2022! We're so grateful for the hundreds of you who have trusted us with your weddings and other big projects. Thank you for the best years everrrrr, we're on to new things!

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Beauty by You Photography
Morton, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL

Beauty by You Photography specializes in making your big day a success! We have been doing weddings for 8 years and absolutely love everything weddings! We have a Bridal Guide that was 2 years in the making. It helps answer all your questions and gives you great tips to make your wedding day run as smoothly as possible. We offer simple packages with pricing from $2500-3500. We offer engagement sessions, online galleries, a print release, albums, and more!

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Ellie Ann Photography
Lexington, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL

I am a wild-haired, green-eyed photographer, graphic designer, and artist who loves to travel and capture the world in its natural beauty. I have a great passion for people and capturing moments of life so that they will never be forgotten.

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Laura Meyer Photography
Villa Park, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL

I attended Columbia College in Chicago and have a BA in Photography. After graduation, I was asked by a friend if I would photograph her wedding and from that day forward I was hooked on the magic of wedding photography. It is an honor when a couple chooses LMP to capture those memories for them, as I understand that there are a lot of options out there. Over the years I have built such a great relationship with my couples, that many of them come back for portraits as they start their family.

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Lauren Sims Photography
Chicago, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL

I'm a portrait & wedding photographer based out of Chicago, IL. Midwest Intimate Wedding + Elopement. Capturing one of the most special day of your life with intimate images that you will remember for the rest of your life!

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Makayla Mashlan Photography
Hortonville, WI
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL

It is my greatest joy to preserve the love you two have for one another through photographs. I believe that your experience is of the utmost importance in creating one of a kind works of art. When you feel comfortable and confident, you're able to be authentically you and walk away with cherished memories - your photos reflect that experience. That's why documenting your wedding is more than a job for me. I'm here to guide and support you every step of the way as we create the photographs you dream of.

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Christopher Deau Photography
Kalamazoo, MI
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL

Christopher Deau Photography is a wedding and event photography company based in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Christopher Deau is a professional photographer with over 15 years of experience in his craft, bringing a sense of passion and creativity into his wedding photography career. He services the state of Michigan with quality wedding photography services, and considers it a joy and honor to be able to preserve the special moments of your wedding day for you to treasure forever.

Nathaniel Edmunds Photography
Zionsville, IN
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL

Tiffany and Nate have been best friends since they were born…although there was definitely some hair pulling, wrestling and name calling involved. This brother-sister team, raised in Chicago, relocated to Indianapolis and began their business in 2001. They are the owners of Nathaniel Edmunds Photography, focusing on weddings, portrait and corporate photography. Their sibling banter is often warm-hearted, but they are regarded by their clients and vendors as fun, witty and adventuresome.

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Jessica Ash Photography & Film
Albuquerque, NM
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL

A full service experienced destination wedding photography/videography company. My team of individuals is passionate about weddings, and making sure our couples have an unforgettable day! We offer photography, videography, as well as full elopement packages for a one stop shop to include everything you need for your elopement. We travel regularly (no travel costs in North America/Carribean) and have multiple base locations through the US.

Gretchen Wittry Photography
Chicago, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,950
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL

I love this job of mine. When you book me, you can be assured that I will operate before, during & after the wedding with your best interests at heart. My #1 goal is always to create a space that allows you (and your loved ones) to be your best, most comfortable selves & to depict your wedding day through your final photo gallery in the most authentic way as you remember it unfolding. My motto is "the friend who takes photos." You deserve a photographer who shows up for you on your wedding day who is not only a professional, but also feels like a trusted friend to support, celebrate and create a safe (& fun) space for you on your wedding day.

Wiley's Photography, LLC
Chicago, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $995
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL

Servicing Northwest Indiana and the surrounding Chicagoland Area, Wiley's Photography specializes in capturing memorable Engagement and Wedding moments with imagination, innovation, and originality by providing the best experience possible to exceed our client's exceptions.

Estorie Photography
Chicago, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL

I'm a storyteller, creator, and adventurer. I've traveled the world and don't plan on stopping now. Humans, vintage black t-shirts, walking instead of driving, dancing in parking lots, the feeling of arriving, and words are some of my favourite things. Speaking of words... Why "estorie" (est'-or-ee)? I strive to live and to tell honest stories, ones of struggle and hope and joy. "Story" comes from the Anglo-French word "estorie." The world itself has a story and I like that.

Stephanie Lang Photography
Chicago, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL

Hi there! I’m Steph + your new biggest fan. My team + I are primarily based in Chicago, IL but we are elated to travel to wherever your love takes us. Throughout my 8 years in the world of Wedding Photography, I've found it extremely important to form a personal relationship with each of our clients. It is our priority to serve you + love you well throughout this incredibly exciting chapter in your life. Whether it be answering all the questions or helping you build the perfect wedding day timeline, I absolutely love helping to make this process an enjoyable one for you.

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Meredith Washburn Photography
Columbia, MO
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,200
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL

I’m here to connect with you, because your story is what matters. I do my best work when couples make a strong connection with my portfolio, feel confident in my work and my ability to serve them, and allow me the honor of documenting their day freely. I specialize in destination weddings, elopements, and smaller more intimate weddings. I believe that your day should be entirely centered around what makes you happy - and adding experiences to that really sets your day apart. Need help planning? I'm your girl!

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Tomi Photopositive

5.0

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

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

Awarded Best of Zola
Tomi was a breeze to work with. Extremely professional and present from the moment we connected with him via Zoom all the way through the delivery of our photos. He was basically the creative director of documenting our entire day and we knew we were in great hands. Bridesmaids, groomsmen and family all loved him! And the photos were AMAZING! And delivered and edited quickly. I highly recommend Tomi!
Masha, 7 months ago
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Arie T. Photography, LLC

4.9

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

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

Awarded Best of Zola
Arie T Photography was easy to work with from a Venue Location, Gullatte Acres. She was very professional and she does awesome work.
Gullatte Acres LLC, a year ago
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Beck Photo Co.

5.0

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

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

Awarded Best of Zola
Absolute perfection. We hired Kristen to shoot our engagement and wedding photos and the result was amazing photos that we will treasure forever. But more importantly, she was a dream to work with. We plan to use her for all future family and portrait photos. We are so thankful we found her.
Jamie B., a year ago
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Portraits By Sean

5.0

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

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

Awarded Best of Zola
Working with Sean was a pleasure! I had contacted him with only 10 days left for my surprise proposal and his quick responses and on-point communication really put me at ease. Talking over the details of the surprise helped me fine tune the location and setting so he could capture some perfect moments. Sean made sure he was around throughout the night; before the surprise and afterwards for the party to capture the entire night. That way we got a great sense of the entire time for our everlasting memories. The pictures have come out great and everyone has loved them!
Vik, 5 months ago
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Soda Fountain Photo

4.9

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

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

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I have had a pleasure of working with Mysi at a big fat Indian wedding that I was planning for one of my couples. Mysi is extremely professional and considerate of different cultural and family values. She does magic with her camera and the stills that she created helped us land a spot on the very coveted Modern Luxury wedding magazine in Chicago. She works well with other vendors, planners keeping in mind that we all the same goal of making a memorable day and experience for the bride and groom. You will not go wrong with choosing Mysi as your wedding photographer or being a vendor on your team. Her smile and personality is cherry on top!
J2R Events Inc, a year ago
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Ali Cushing Photography

5.0

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

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

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My husband and I decided to elope. Being that we eloped, I had no one to help me get ready for our small ceremony, and Ali immediately became my honorary bridesmaid. She ran around looking for items or products I needed, all while capturing precious moments. I am forever grateful for her help on such an emotional day. As a photographer, she worked with the lighting in ways I would have never known were possible. We got married on a boat, and she worked with the captain to ensure that the boat was in the proper position in the ocean for best lighting . Truly amazing. It was such a pleasure to work alongside Ali; she made two camera shy people like ourselves effortlessly take pictures that we will cherish for a lifetime.
Emily, 9 months ago
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Gabbie Burseth Photo

5.0

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

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

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For our wedding experience, my husband and I were looking for a photographer that specialized in candids— someone who was focused on capturing natural moments versus the formal, posed ones. Gabbie delivered. She photographed our at-home engagement session, our typhoon-ridden wedding day, and threw in a post-wedding session for free due to circumstances out of our control on the wedding day. Our venue was not prepared for the day to be rained out, so there was minor chaos that I learned of after the fact. Gabbie and her second shooter never let on to any mishaps or miscommunications on the venue’s behalf and fought through the absolute freezing rain with us all day. We deeply cherish all of the photos she took… from us dancing together in the kitchen of our first home, to us bundled up under an umbrella, kissing in the rain after the ceremony, to priceless images of our friends and family breaking it down on the dance floor at the reception, and to the bridal portraits she took of us months after the wedding when she wasn’t satisfied with what we were able to get on the actual wedding day. We have nothing but great things to say about Gabbie and would highly recommend!
Kassandra T., 3 years ago
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Leah Flores Photography

5.0

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

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

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When I say Leah is the best, I absolutely mean it. Our first experience working with her was at our wedding. The photos turned out better than I could have ever expected. She really captured us as a couple - not just the big day - but the actual love we have for one another. I frequently get comments that our wedding photos are some of the best people have seen and I have to agree. Outside of the wedding, Leah has been our go to photographer for family sessions. Our session at the Oregon Coast was hands down my favorite and the pictures really turned out exactly how I envisioned in my head. My husband and I are NOT that comfortable in front of the camera. Leah has a special gift of bringing calm and comfort in the session, which allowed us to drop the awkwardness and really be vulnerable with one another. The photos are beautiful and I cherish the relationship we’ve built with Leah. She just rocks, period.
Kodie, 6 months ago
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Mind Of Mo Photography

5.0

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

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

Maurissa is wonderful to work with! Great communication between clients and other vendors, bubbly personality, and very personable.
Lauren, 4 years ago
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Wandering Creative

5.0

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

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

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Laramie is a masterful artist, but she is also a wonderful, kind human being who knows very well how to make her clients feel at ease and comfortable in order to capture them both authentically and beautifully. Not for a second in this process did Laramie bulk at any of our ideas, however wild they may have been. She also gave us a lot of fantastic suggestions on where and how to get the best shots. Our engagement photos would certainly have been lacking if we didn’t have our dog, Reed, along for the ride with us. Laramie accommodated her presence every single step of the way, for all four hours of our photoshoot. Laramie was patient and so sweet with Reed throughout the day. She really embraced how special Reed is to us and leaned into that fully. Our gallery came back quickly and turned out even better than expected. Laramie made herself very accessible, from first contact to delivery, and was always quick to respond whenever I had questions. The process was as easy as could be, simple as that. We truly couldn’t have found a better photographer, or person, to have worked with for our engagement shoot. We’d choose Laramie over and over again to document this joyful occasion in our lives.
Barbara M., a year ago
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Keighla's Fresh Face Photography

5.0

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

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

Keighla’s Fresh Face Photography was wonderful to work with. She truly captured our wedding day exactly as we remember it! She helped with keeping our timeline flowing. She was patient, responsive, organized, easy going, and best of all helped my husband and I pose in a way that did not look posed. Neither of us are very comfortable around a camera and she made the overall experience so much more enjoyable! Definitely recommend!
Mary, 2 months ago
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1828 Collective

5.0

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

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

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I worked with McKenna yesterday for a wedding and I cannot say enough good things about her! She was kind, friendly, and easy to work with. She made the couple feel relaxed and it seemed like they enjoyed every second when they were with her. I’m counting down the days until I can see the final product. Look no further than 1828collective for your wedding photo needs!
Kaytlyn Greene, 8 months ago
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Enchanted Illusions Photo + Film

5.0

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

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

Amelia was absolutely amazing and professional! Had an incendent happen and she was so amazing! I loved my photos!
Elissia, 3 months ago
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Papillon People

5.0

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

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

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Kendra was amazing to work with! From the beginning, we knew she was the perfect photographer to capture our special day. She was very thorough with asking questions to make sure she understood our vision. She offered fantastic inspo suggestions that we never would have thought of. Working with her had us very relieved knowing that our photography was in good hands and one less thing we needed to stress about. The day of the wedding, she captured all of our special moments exactly how we envisioned. She has a lot of attention to detail, which was very evident when looking through our pictures. They turned out absolutely perfect. I could not have asked for a better photographer!
Emma B., 5 months ago
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Love by Justina

5.0

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

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

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I have worked with Justina for many shoots, she puts her whole heart and soul in ensuring the best quality for her photos, and most importantly the best experience for who she is photographing. She is a true artist who stands by her organic and unique style. If you are planning to book her to photograph your wedding, she will set up meetings with you and go over every detail to make sure she captures your special day without missing a beat! 5/5 across all boards
Anthony, 23 days ago
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Milieu

5.0

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

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

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I can’t say enough about Salvatore!! He was amazing from start to finish. Such a pleasant and professional man! The photos were stunning! Provided exceptional service and almost 2000 photos and videos! Would HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!
Florence Martino, a year ago
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MKR Photos

5.0

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

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

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

5.0

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

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

Absolutely thrilled with our experience with AJS Photography! While my spouse wasn't initially keen on the idea of having engagement photos taken, Abby made us both feel at ease and captured genuine, candid moments (even in freezing temperatures). During our meeting before the big day, we mentioned to Abby that we wanted our photos to feel genuine, romantic, and fun! Abby captured every detail, emotion, and memory on our wedding day! On our big day, Abby was our hype woman and major helper. We loved taking home poloroids thanks to Abby from our engagement session and our wedding day. Abby walked into a low-lit venue she had never seen in person and still delivered unique and stunning wedding photos that exceeded our expectations. Highly recommend for couples with varying preferences - Abby delivers magic for everyone!
Andi + A., a month ago
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MMH Media

5.0

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

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

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Madeline is so much fun to work with and was incredibly helpful when it came time to make our day of timeline for our wedding! I think of myself as awkward when it comes to taking photos, but Madeline is a great coach and makes it fun. Not to mention all of our photos are absolutely gorgeous!
Megan + L., a year ago
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Evan Taylor Studio

5.0

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

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

I truly cannot say enough good things about Evan and Gabrielle! We loved them so much that we added additional hours to our contract. They took my bridal portraits, as well as our rehearsal dinner and wedding day pictures. Evan is easy to communicate with and detail oriented. What really makes Evan and Gabrielle special is their personalities and temperament during the time together. They both have a fun, but calming presence, which is exactly what we needed! Last but not least, the photos are beautiful and capture a lot of the intangible details and emotions present during these exciting days. If you are thinking about booking with them, I would highly recommend.
Tory D., 5 months ago
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Fika Foto - Wedding & Couple Photography

5.0

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

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

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

5.0

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

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

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Working with Andrea was absolutely amazing from start to finish!! We met with a few photographers through our venue, and we both loved her immediately. There was an instant connection and knew she would be the perfect person to capture our day, and the moments surrounding it. Doing our engagement photoshoot with her made me want to have a professional photoshoot every week haha. She makes it so fun and effortless. I always feel a little awkward having my picture taken but the prompts and poses she gives you distracts you from all that and what’s captured is perfect. She’s super flexible with meeting times and Zoom options which is always nice. Biggest thing too, on your wedding day she advocates for YOU. What you want and what’s most important to you about your day. I would highly, highly recommend Andrea Neff to be your photographer. You won’t be disappointed!!
Sara M., 4 months ago
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Wild & Wired Photography

5.0

Kalamazoo, MI
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL for additional fees

Hi! My name is Kendylyn, but some call me Kendyiana Jones because of my love for all things outdoors. I am based out of Western Michigan with my husband and blue heeler Teeko but we are always ready for an adventure and to capture your love story wherever you are. I am a Photographer working to capture the important moments and stories in life. I am drawn to what is real and authentic, and I aim to capture that in all of my work.

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Kendylyn is not only AMAZING at what she does but is also an amazing person as well. She puts so much time and effort into her work and it truly shows. She is a natural behind the camera. She is very knowledgeable about certain poses and has many great ideas! Kendylyn made my fiancé and I so comfortable!! Definitely won’t regret booking with her!
Kaitlyn and J., 10 months ago
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The Archers

5.0

Louisville, NE
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,500
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL for additional fees

We're Jack and Chelsea Archer, Omaha wedding photographers (who also happen to be married). We believe wedding photos should be equal-parts flattering, classic, and authentic. Before we pick up our cameras, we get to know each of our couples so we know who YOU are and what YOU want! Then we give you a wedding planning guide so you have allllllll the info you need about engagement sessions and wedding days. We want you to know all the secrets, maximize your time and opportunities, and get exactly what you want! We're honored to be voted Best of Omaha for 4 years running!

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The Archers Photographer is exceptional. Not only are talented professionals, they are amazing human beings as well. Chelsea is incredibly organized and I didn’t have to worry about a thing photography-wise. You complete a survey and talk about what level of direction you’d like on the wedding day, and what are the important points you’d like to capture. I honestly can’t say enough good things about The Archers. Our wedding photos will be cherished forever.
Sarah L., 2 years ago
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Forbis Fotography

5.0

Mexico, MO
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL for additional fees

Hello, friends! I'm a 27-year-old wife, momma, & self proclaimed adventurer. I live with my husband, Ryan, in Central Missouri, but spend a lot of time on the road traveling! From Alaska to Italy to New Zealand, I'm a fan of world travels...and I'm more than willing to go just about anywhere for YOU! I'm here to capture ALL of life's adventures for you.

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Marissa was so sweet and captured everything we asked for and more! Neither of us are the “photogenic” type, but she was kind enough to stage us in a way that was comfortable to us, and wasn’t a stickler on the “traditional” marriage poses/photos. She made sure that we did what we wanted.
William and N., a year ago
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Ampersand Photography

5.0

West Allis, WI
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL for additional fees

I started Ampersand Photography in 2022, but I’m not new to the scene. I’ve been in the wedding photography industry for 8 years as a second shooter and offering limited packages on my own. I also offer family portraits, head shots, milestone sessions, boudoir, senior portraits and more. I love audiobooks, potatoes in all forms (including raw), playing games, peanut butter, ice cream, dogs, and truly just being around people. I love listening to others' stories. I love grandparents. I love people, genuinely.

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Sam really takes the time to get to know you, and what you want for pictures of your day. She is professional, on time, fun and goes above and beyond for your photos! She did our wedding in 2019 and my maternity photos in 2023. Excellent quality! Up for ideas and candids. Highly recommend her, she’s a wonderful photographer and human!!
Lea H., 5 months ago
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Casey Swogger Photography

5.0

Greenville, PA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $800
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL for additional fees

Small town mom and wife, I find the most fulfillment working with brides and grooms capturing their special days! I’ve been photographing for 5 years and recently refocused all my attention to weddings!

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Casey was very professional and upbeat. She constantly had a smile on her face and was helpful in keeping the timeline going
Duane , 7 months ago
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Fresh Feature Photography LLC

5.0

Olathe, KS
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL for additional fees

I am a wife, mother, teacher, and photo & video creator. I started taking my baby's pictures with a beginner's camera and fell in love. Now I'm a professional photographer and videographer, serving clients by listening to their needs, being flexible, skillful, and prepared. I'm proud to be an insured LLC with a storefront. I can confidently say that your memories will be preserved forever if you choose to work with me.

Elesha was enjoyable to work with. She gave me all the info I needed ahead of time so I was able to get to work as soon as I showed up to the wedding.
Alli, 4 months ago
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Moon Rising Photography

5.0

Medfield, MA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,600
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL for additional fees

I am a New England Elopement photographer. As a hopeless romantic, moments of deep connection are my oxygen and I am made of the feels. I live for the unconventional. I will be so much more than your wedding photographer, I will be your guide, your biggest fan, and the curator of your love story— I will also be the one tearing up from behind my lens as I listen to your vows. Wanderlust runs through my veins, I have made it my life’s mission to let every place I have ever been touch my heart and change the way I see the world. There is no adventure too wild or out there, the world is our oyster.

Danielle and I worked an elopement in GNP together this summer, and she was so easy to work with! From her prompt and detailed communication, to her fun personality; Danielle is so great to work with. She will make you feel so comfortable in front of the camera, and has an amazing editing style.
Allie the Stylist, 10 months ago
kelly jean creates

5.0

Lakewood, CO
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL for additional fees

I find myself smiling behind the camera while the couples in front of me are having the time of their lives with each other. Whether it's your wedding day, proposal, or engagement shoot, the day is about you! Let's connect and capture some authentic moments together.

Kelly Jean Photography was the perfect choice for our small wedding. She was so willing to travel out of state for us which we are so thankful for! She was professional, yet made photos such a fun time for everyone. As non-photogenic people we were grateful for how naturally she was able to capture us. The quality of her work was lovely, and I look forward to having such beautiful photos to remember our day. I highly recommend Kelly Jean for any occasion!
Maria & T., 2 years ago
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Ink & Opal Co.

5.0

Marquette, MI
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6,500
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL for additional fees

You’ve probably heard the meaning of opal as, “precious stone,” or “queen of gems,” but we’re really focused on the reflected light that an opal emits (we’re photographers and videographers after all, we're kind of obsessed with light). We’re really here to be a light to our clients, meaning it’s our priority to show love to everyone because of the love that we have been shown.

Tiffany has been great every time I’ve gotten the chance to work with her! She’s extremely talented and it helps that she is so calm and professional on wedding days. I hope to continue working with her in the future!
Olivia Ryan, 2 months ago
Samantha Halsey Photography

5.0

Little Rock, AR
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL for additional fees

I started photography as a second shooter with another local photographer and I fell in love with it. I love every aspect of my job, from meeting new people to editing photos. There truly is nothing better than getting a message from my clients about how happy they are with their images and how much it means to them. I have traveled to Colorado, California, New York, Florida, Alabama-- All over for weddings! I LOVE to travel for my work. So if you like my work, but realize I'm not close by, still reach out and let's talk!

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Great photographer! Very professional and talented. I would love to hire Samantha again!
Kevin G., a year ago
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Light Sky Photography

5.0

Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL for additional fees

I’m Erika and I am a self-taught photographer, hiker enthusiast, travel lover and proud dog mama! I started my photography journey at 18 years old. I always loved art, but I never thought this newfound love would lead me down an exciting path where I get to do what I love for a living. Thanks to the trust that my clients put in me, I get to do what I do best — and that’s create.

Erika is one of the most talented photographers I ever met. As wedding planner and designer I get to work with many great photographers but she is definitely one of my top to refer to. She will make you feel so comfortable, relaxed and you will have fun with this fun energetic lady who will capture every single moment of pure happiness. She is sweet, easy to communicate with and she gets you! Working with her is absolute pleasure every time!
Maja Ribeiro, 4 years ago
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Anthony Simmons Photos, LLC

5.0

Orlando, FL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL for additional fees

Welcome to my photography world! I'm Anthony Simmons, a passionate photographer capturing life's cherished moments. Originally from New Jersey, I now reside in sunny Florida. With 15 years of experience, I love freezing raw emotions and unique stories in portraits and weddings. Let's create art that reflects your essence. Trust and client relationships are vital to me, ensuring exceptional photographs that exceed expectations. Whether it's heartfelt portraits or your magical wedding, I'd be honored to be part of your story. Contact me, and let's embark on this incredible journey! Willing to travel!

Anthony is so fun to work with and does a great job at capturing photos. I highly recommend everyone to book and work with him!
BrookeAssists, LLC, a year ago
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Kiley Stephens Photography

5.0

Portage, MI
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL for additional fees

Hi, it's me, Kiley! I am the proud mama of two young children, a rescued dog and two rescued cats, and I am grateful to be married to my best friend. I love the outdoors, cycling, yoga, good coffee, cheesy romantic comedies, folk & bluegrass music, and great vegan food. I’m excited to be in the Midwest after growing up on the west coast!

Kiley is wonderful to work with, and I am so glad I picked her as our wedding photographer! She was so professional and creative, always looking for the next best spot to take some awesome portraits. She’s so kind, and made our experience one of a kind!
Megan and M., 2 years ago
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Madison Leigh Photography

5.0

Orlando, FL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL for additional fees

Madison Leigh Photography was created in 2020, the mist of a pandemic. For two years they worked hard to create their business, capturing love stories all over! They thrive on connections and their goal is to capture candid moments and authentic emotions. They want to make sure they your love story is captured through every walk of life. Madison Leigh Photography works with couples to ensure that each part of their Wedding day and the Wedding Process is captured to showcase the couple and their love beautifully.

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As an industry professional, I am so thankful to have worked with Madison! Not only is she incredibly professional, she is great to work with. Her work is beautiful as well - loved working with her.
Faithful Photographie, 2 years ago
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Afterglow Photography

5.0

Gladstone, OR
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL for additional fees

I've been in business as a wedding and portrait photographer since 2015, and have had a camera in my hand since the days before digital. In February of 2020 I quit my day job to put 100% of my efforts into my photography business, which was a terrifying but incredibly liberating decision. It's a powerful thing to commit to one's passion.

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Liz, owner of Afterglow Photography, is an absolute pleasure to work with. In 2021 she took our engagement and wedding photos. We loved them and working with her so much that she is now officially our family Photographer. She recently took our maternity photos! Liz is friendly & so much fun to work with; as well as punctual, communicative, reliable, and flexible. She has an artistic eye, and a knack for capturing those small candid moments that would otherwise go unnoticed. She beautifully commemorates the atmosphere and details (flowers, food, location, signage) as well. She does a great job of keeping the mood fun & light - while also providing direction - when taking portrait photos, which helps to create more organic and less forced poses/smiles. We treasure the photos she’s taken of our family, and can’t wait to work with her again in the future. We can’t recommend her enough.
Lauren N., 2 years ago
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Rebecca y Las Otras

5.0

South Pasadena, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL for additional fees

I am a documentary wedding photographer -- I'm all about capturing real moments. In my photographs, I’m always shooting with an eye for color, light, and dynamic shadows. I integrate these technical aspects with my background in film, literature and storytelling so with every wedding, I create a series of documentary photos that recreates the authentic narrative of a day. I’m always chasing the candid, the emotional, even the un-noticed everyday details; things that make you do a double take, little moments that make your heart swell.

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I showed my best friend some of Rebecca’s work when we were searching for photographers and she marveled that the folks in Rebecca’s photos “feel so much more like real people than other shoots like this.” That precisely captures Rebecca’s work + energy and confirmed our decision to work with her! We worked with Rebecca for our elopement ceremony and our tea ceremony and it was truly a special experience. Rebecca made an huge effort to know and support us as a couple before the event, which helped us trust that she would be there to capture all the right moments and then some! Our family and friends all loved her and we got many questions about how we knew her and if she was a friend of ours (she is now!); this really speaks to her kind, open, and genuine presence. She moved the event along while also treating everyone with respect and compassion. We already knew that her work was incredible and we couldn’t be happier with our own results. We cannot recommend Rebecca enough! You’ll get beautiful, soulful photos and the chance to have an amazing human in your life if you book her!
Mindy L., 2 years ago
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Allie Amber Photo

5.0

Milwaukee, WI
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,550
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL for additional fees

I have a passion for travel and I love meeting new people and hearing their crazy (or not so crazy) stories. I love trying new things and walking around a new city until my feet bleed (that's literally happened...still love you tho, NYC). I'm a major extrovert, but I have a great appreciation for the little things in life. You'll likely find me sipping some strong coffee at a local café or snuggled up on the couch with some wine, pizza, and my husband on a rainy day. With a camera in hand, I am probably the most annoying person to travel with, stopping every ten feet to take a picture. Sorry not sorry.

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You will have a blast shooting with Natalie, and the photos will reflect it! Some of my favorite photos of my husband and I were taken by Natalie and we are so glad we found her!
Laura, 3 years ago
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Moira Grace Photography

5.0

Wake Forest, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL for additional fees

Hello Friends, my name is Moira and I'm a professional portrait and wedding photographer based in Raleigh, North Carolina although I'm available for travel and love meeting new people everywhere! I'm super passionate about what I do and love creating and capturing genuine, candid, and timeless moments. I'm there to capture the joy, laughter, beauty, and raw emotion of your wedding day. I love it when my couples are able to get comfortable enough with me to go with the flow and enjoy themselves.

Awarded Best of Zola
Moira partnered with me for a styled shoot. Her photos were light, whimsical and the turn around was fairly quick!
Simply Cakes, 4 years ago
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Storyteller Collective Photo Co

5.0

Ames, IA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL for additional fees

Storyteller Collective Photo Co., proudly located in Ames and serving the vibrant community of Des Moines, Iowa, and beyond. I began this company many moons ago with a solid purpose - to make people feel something and to evoke genuine emotions through my photography. My passion lies in documenting individuals as they live their best lives, immersed in the activities and passions that fuel their souls. As a non-traditional photographer, I thrive on capturing authentic memories rather than elaborate setups. It's about freezing moments in time that speak volumes and resonate deeply with those who experience them.

My husband and I have been fortunate enough to do several couple’s sessions with Jayme! She is truly so sweet and incredible at what she does. I always know the photos will turn out amazing because she helps you throughout the entire process!
Joclyn F., 3 months ago
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3leafphotography

5.0

Lexington, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $250
  • Serves Lake Forest, 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.

When we had an unexpected change to our plans for our wedding just a couple weeks before our big day, I found Michaela and she was a saving grace! She was very professional, took in a few of the things that I really wanted to capture and took them to a new level, and ultimately photographed our wedding better than I could have imagined. She was extremely reasonable in price. I am definitely booking her again when we get pictures done.
Emileigh, 4 months ago
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Sweet Lime Photography

5.0

Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,600
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL for additional fees

Hey, how cool of you to pick me. Excellent taste, congratulations. I am not here to bore you with a bunch of flowery language or over-the-top promises. I love to document real moments. Weddings, elopements, couples' shenanigans - you name it, I am here for it. I do this with a healthy dose of humor, a dash of sarcasm and a whole lot of heart. So if you're looking for someone to capture your story in all its imperfect glory, say something, let's make it happen.

Erika and Loy are not only super creative, but they make wedding days fun. They create moments for couples that they remember forever, and it makes for outstanding video clips. Erika and Loy go above and beyond to bring out the best in every couple, from their fun playful side to their passion and love for each other. They have an eye for incredible shots and are always happy to work together to make it happen. They also capture those candid moments without interruption. I highly recommend Erika and Loy every time!
Jeanette Garcia, 3 years ago
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Stef Mishica Photography

5.0

Apple Valley, MN
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,600
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL for additional fees

Wedding and Portrait Photographer based in the Twin Cities, MN. Always down to travel. ↠ Ravenclaw ↠ Bibliophile ↠ INTJ ↠ Loud Laugher ↠ DogMama ↠ Nerd ↠ Crafter My favorite thing about what I do is human connection. Whether that’s me photographing the connection that you have with each other, or me making new connections with each one of my clients. I love it all and am elated when my cup runneth over.

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Stef was our wedding photographer and she was amazing. The pictures turned out great and she was SO fun to work with. Can’t recommend enough!!
Shannon L., 8 months ago
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Mary Lewis Photography

5.0

Folsom, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,995
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL for additional fees

Located in Sacramento, California, Mary Lewis Photography is a company that specializes in documentary wedding and lifestyle photography in the Northern California regions. Serving Tahoe, Sacramento, Yosemite and Beyond. Mary Lewis Photography is available for travel nationwide. Owner and photographer, Mary believes in capturing much more than photos, but timeless and emotive images you feel in your bones. She combines your personalities and story to co-create a meaningful environment that captures true connection and heirloom moments. Ready to start your journey with her? Inquire today and let's create some beautiful memories!

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Mary is amazing to work with! She’s there to capture all the moments with an ease and joy that immediately helps you feel comfortable and at ease (even when I tend to be uncomfortable the second a camera is pointed my way…she helped diffuse any awkwardness and bring out the natural). I loved that she captured not only the specific shots we wanted but also caught the little meaningful in between moments and came full of fun ideas. She shows up and immediately feels like someone you’ve known forever, I couldn't recommend her enough :)
Kelsy H., 3 years ago
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Those Mckissics Photography

5.0

Indianapolis, IN
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,800
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL for additional fees

We are David and Rachel McKissic, the owners and photographers. We have been in business for 9 eventful years in Indianapolis, and beyond. We took a risk with no experience, a love for art, and a love for love. We made this decision after we said "I do". We were going to buy a couch but we opted to chase a dream. We are still chasing that dream and capturing so many amazing moments along the way. We have 3 wonderful children who are the fuel of our lives' drive. I (Rachel) am a lover of detail and David lives life on the edge. Together, we are a complementary couple and you'll definitely sense it when you work with us! Let's connect!

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It was an absolute pleasure to work with Rachel and David on and leading up to our wedding day! From the moment I logged on to our first consultation with Rachel I knew we were in good hands. Her process for working with us was clear, straightforward, and attentive to detail. We were so glad that we were able to work with both Rachel and David and that they were willing to travel to South Bend, IN at a very reasonable cost. They were able to demonstrate poses together and each brought their own warmth and creativity to the shoot. They gave excellent directions and were exceptionally kind and patient with our family. The results are absolutely stunning - crisp, classic photos that celebrate our loved ones and even the smallest details of our wedding day! Our family and friends can't say enough about how wonderful they were to work with and how much they love the photos. We agree - we can't recommend Those McKissics highly enough!
Sarah Tomas M., 9 months ago
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Olive & Oak Photography

5.0

Chambersburg, PA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL for additional fees

Hi friend! Grace here. I’m from a small town in south-central PA, where I was raised on the great outdoors, drive-in movies, & board games. My husband is my best friend & we have an adorable toddler keeping us on our toes! We're all about Jesus, our people, traveling, coffee shops & our two Aussies. I’m a big advocate of seeing new places, deep talks under the stars & being near the mountains any chance I can get. I believe that marriage begins with a promise & a lifetime of memories follow after that. My clients are my friends & I feel privileged to begin this adventure with you!

I couldn’t have asked for a better photographer. She was sooo easy to work with. Her visions aligned with mine, she was efficient and so sweet. I truly trusted her with everything in me and she did not disappoint! She traveled across the country for us and was a 10/10 human being and professional photographer. You need her!!
Morgan W., 5 days ago
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Cecilia Harvard Photography

5.0

Draper, UT
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,800
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL for additional fees

My name is Cecilia but you can call me Cece. I'm so happy you are here. I'm married to the love of my life and together we have three rambunctious little boys. I'm based in Utah and I LOVE traveling. If your wedding is out of state I would love to come to you. I have always found joy in taking photos. It wasn't until I got pregnant with my first child that I developed a strong passion for photography. When I'm not taking pictures I enjoy exercising, reading books, and hanging out with my family & friends

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She did such a great job; she listened to us and got all the must-have photos we needed. Cece also kept the party going by having a fun time with us and capturing all of our guests' fun.
Peter R., a year ago
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Amanda Caitlin Photography

5.0

Fontana, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL for additional fees

Hi there! My name is Amanda and I am a lifetime photographer based in Fontana, California. By lifetime, I mean I am here to capture those milestones in your life, no matter how big or “small”! A little about me… I am a full-time Elementary School Counselor in Orange County. I am married to the sweetest and most supportive man I have ever known, Jake. We started dating in college and now have three furbabies. They are named Mini (Dachshund), Oatmeal (Dachshund), and Steven (Great Dane). Yes, you read that correctly and yes, it is as crazy and funny as you can imagine, haha!

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Amanda is an amazing photographer. She made our quaint backyard wedding look like we were at a fancy venue. The photos are absolutely beautiful, and she did such a great job catching the vibe of the evening in every photo.
Lynne and D., a year ago
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Mariya Bee Photo

5.0

Cleveland, OH
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL for additional fees

Capture the essence of your special day with a passionate wedding photographer dedicated to preserving every moment. From “I do” to the last dance, I specialize in candid and authentic shots, ensuring your unique story is told through tearful joys and joyful dances. Choose from various photography packages and schedule a complimentary consultation to discuss your vision. Book your wedding photography consultation today!

Mariya Bee Photo is absolutely amazing to work with! Not only is she professional and knowledgeable, but she makes the whole process fun! I highly recommended!!
Jenna, 3 years ago
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MSW Photos

5.0

Arvada, CO
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL for additional fees

I love telling wedding stories, first and foremost, through capturing moments. Your wedding is a one of a kind event from the location to your style and personalities, but it also includes a unique group of people that have come together to celebrate your union. On your wedding day I focus on capturing the love and laughter, the tears and joy, but also the energy of the party! When it's over I give you a gallery of images that will bring all those emotions back every time you pull them up on your computer, share them online, crack open your album, or walk past them on your wall.

When I think of Matt and MSW Photos, WOW comes to mind. They are incredibly creative and think outside of the norm. They take the time to get to know you and focus on delivering amazing photos you'll be thankful you have for years to come.
Mariah - Detailsdetails, 3 years ago
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Alicia Magnuson Photography

5.0

Grand Rapids, MI
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL for additional fees

My name is Alicia, and I'm a designer/photographer living in Grand Rapids, Michigan. I am so thankful that I am able to capture the love stories of real people and provide them with honest, unposed images that they will cherish for the rest of their lives. Thank you for stopping by. I would love to work with you. Let's chase some light together.

We will treasure Alicia’s photos FOREVER. She was so amazing to have around on our big day and made us feel totally comfortable and at ease. We originally didn’t want to spend a lot of time on photos (we’d rather be hanging out with our family and friends!) but Alicia made taking photos so fun that we wanted to keep taking photos! We will really treasure these forever :)
Abby & J., 3 years ago
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Jaylene Dawn Photography

5.0

Brooklyn Park, MN
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,300
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL for additional fees

I'm a mother, a photographer and an enneagram 3w2. I always show up to weddings with Starbucks in hand and am not afraid to step up and become your best friend :) Jaylene Dawn Photography is a brand that strive to capture memories for couples and families for generations to come. I believe all of life's greatest milestones should be celebrated and photographed so we have something to hold onto to remember the emotions and the details that made these moments so special.

We have only had the pleasure of working with Jaylene on one occasion but we certainly look forward to future opportunities! As a company that offers planning and event management, it is always incredibly helpful when a photography is both kind and responsive. Would definitely recommend!
Ascendance Productions, a year ago
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Ever Changing Photography

5.0

Peterborough, NH
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL for additional fees

We are a professional photography company that prides ourselves on being storytellers that captures the authentic, emotive, genuine moments shared on your special day. We strive to document the major memories and moments in-between,creating a visual narrative that couples can cherish & reminisce for a lifetime. *We are accepting some destination weddings. On our bucket lists: Europe, South America, Canada, Austraila, Ireland, Japan, & In the U.S. (mid west, west coast, down south *

We first worked with Sarah for our wedding in January 2021. Even though it was an ethnic indian wedding, Sarah was fantastic. She was not only amazing at her job, working with her was fun as well. We loved her so much, she has been a part of all of our milestones ever since. We just had our newborn photos with her too. Love her so much!!
Rashmi & K., 2 months ago

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About wedding photographers in Lake Forest, IL

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

A Lake Forest, 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 Forest, 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 Forest, 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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