The Best Classic Wedding Photographers in Lake Zurich, IL

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237 Wedding Photographers in Lake Zurich, IL

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IG PHOTO VIDEO INC. 
Rating: 5.0 (47 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,790
  • Serves Lake Zurich, IL

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

Awarded Best of Zola
We can not recommend IG PHOTO VIDEO INC enough. We had Tetyana and Egidijus as our photographers and Irad as our videographer. We also were in contact with Ivan. He was extremely communicative throughout the entire process. From introducing us to Tetyana, Egidijus and Irad, How the process would happen from start to finish to getting our photos and videos back. The photos and video blew us out of the water. We are so in awe of the work and quality they put into our day. They were truly the best to work with from start to finish. The only thing is we have so many pictures I can not choose a favorite. (But that's a great problem to have) They truly captured my husband and I in our photos and videos and we are so blessed we came across their page. This company is 100 percent worth the money and we wouldn't have changed a single thing. You guys were amazing in person and in your work! You can definitely tell they love what they do by the work they produce. A huge thank you to Tetyana, Egidijus, Irad, and Ivan for helping make our day extra special and a day we can look back on in 50 plus years!
Melanie H., a year ago
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DeAnda Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (59 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,895
  • Serves Lake Zurich, IL

Hi, Im Carol DeAnda, born and raised in the southwest suburbs and now living in Lake in the Hills Illinois, with my studio in downtown Algonquin. I have always been the one with the camera since grade school, but it wasn't until high school I realized that this could be my calling. After high school, I attended Harrington College of Design for the Digital photography program and started on my path to becoming a professional photographer. I am a PPA member and CPP (Certified Professional Photographer) and hold the Master Wedding Photographer degree from PPA, as well as a member of The Wedding Equality Alliance.

Carol and her team are ABSOLUTELY PHENOMENAL when it comes to photography! The work is second-to-none, the professionalism is always consistent, and everyone is always so friendly! :) I have been working alongside Carol at weddings for several years now. As a DJ, it can be tough to communicate with vendors and make sure everyone is always ready to go. This is definitely not the case with Carol. I'm able to find her in a moment's notice and she's ready to capture those precious moments in an instant! Not to mention, her genuine love for her clients. Each and every couple that she works for she gives her all - and that not only shows on the day of an event, but also in her work. Carol and her team edit and produce SOME OF THE BEST PHOTOGRAPHY WORK I HAVE EVER SEEN. Seriously. If you haven't checked out her portfolio, do it now. Carol has an eye for not only capturing your ideas, but also the tiny details that no one else would ever think about. Do yourself a favor a book with Carol and her team.
Nick V., 6 years ago
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Carey Primeau Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (8 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,250
  • Serves Lake Zurich, IL

Carey Primeau has been documenting weddings for 20 years and provides a supportive roll with honesty and flexibility. With a friendly, creative and artistic perspective, Carey will help bring out the best in you.

We can't recommend Carey enough! From the moment we met him, he made us feel comfortable, relaxed, and genuinely ourselves in front of the camera. His sense of humor and easygoing personality made taking photos one of the most enjoyable parts of the day. When our timeline didn't go exactly as planned, he was incredibly flexible and never made us feel rushed or stressed. He adapted seamlessly while still making sure we captured the moments that were most important to us. What impressed us most was how well he understood our personalities and the style we were hoping for. The candid moments, the little glances, the laughter, and the emotions throughout the day were all beautifully documented. We're so grateful to have these memories to look back on for years to come. If you're looking for a photographer who is talented, professional, fun to work with, and truly invested in telling your story, we couldn't recommend him more highly.
Kelly L., 21 days ago
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Locallie Yours 
Rating: 5.0 (7 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Lake Zurich, IL
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I’m a wedding photographer who loves capturing the real moments that make your day yours. I recently graduated with a degree in Journalism, and I bring that approach into my photography when capturing all those in-between moments. I’m a Marine Corps veteran, so attention to detail is pretty ingrained in me and that naturally carries into my work. Outside of photography, I'm a mom and love spending time with friends and family. Food is my love language, and I’m the one with snacks! I love weddings because they offer the perfect blend of documentary storytelling and posed portraits. I genuinely love the energy and pace of a wedding day.

From our first conversation, Locallie Yours made us feel heard and valued. The team was open about their process, honest about timelines, and respectful of our vision for the day. They supported us throughout the entire planning process and showed up ready to capture every moment that mattered. The photos are stunning—truly worth the wait. We loved having them there, and looking at our images now, we can tell how much care they put into their work. We'd recommend them to any couple looking for a photographer who genuinely cares about getting it right.
Megan, 11 days ago
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Shutter Symphoni LLC 
Rating: 5.0 (5 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Serves Lake Zurich, IL
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At Shutter Symphoni LLC, we believe every moment is worth remembering. Specializing in weddings, proposals, and parties, we capture the genuine emotions, candid smiles, and unforgettable details that make your story unique. Our goal is to turn your milestones into timeless memories through beautiful, high-quality photography. Whether it’s the joy of a wedding, the magic of a proposal, or the fun of a celebration, we’re here to preserve your moments with creativity and care.

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I had the pleasure of working with Adrian from Shutter Symphoni as the event manager, and he was such a dream to collaborate with! He was professional, flexible, and made sure every moment was captured beautifully. His calm energy kept the couple and their families at ease, and his eye for detail really shined through in the photos. I also love that he offers wedding and engagement package bundles, it’s such a great value for couples who want their full love story captured. If you’re looking for a photographer who is both talented and easy to work with, I highly recommend Adrian and Shutter Symphoni.
Desiree - D., a year ago
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Red Head Creative Studio 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,499
  • Serves Lake Zurich, IL

RedHead Creative Studio is a Chicagoland-based photography company. We serve Chicago and its Northwest Suburbs, but we will travel to the location of our choice if needed. We specialize in portraits, fashion, weddings, and elopements, engagements, and family photography. We take special pride in finding the perfect location, with the most perfect setting that will enhance and tell a beautiful story about you. Your story deserves the most personalized photographic attention, and RedHead Creative Studio is committed to immortalizing your special day, and making it a memory you will always cherish.

Big thanks to Maria and RedHead Creative Studio for taking photos of our wedding. We were so lucky to find her Instagram page, and that she was available on a short notice. Maria was very responsive, she answered all our questions, created our wedding timeline, and guided us all the way through our wedding day. She took the best photos we ever had and was so nice to everyone that even our guests commented how amazing she was. She was always there when we wanted to take a photo, and documented every important moment of our big day. We could not have been happier with our choice of wedding photographer, and would recommend Maria and Red Head Creative Studio to anyone who is looking for a great photographer.
Sanja, a year ago
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Flash Media Groups 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,495
  • Serves Lake Zurich, IL

ABOUT BILL McNEELY I have been working in media for 35years. I developed my skills by volunteering in our ministry's media department as a videographer and photographer. I soon developed a love for media and went on to serve for 10 years as our church's network media director. Some of my personal favorite events to cover are weddings, but I love any chance to help create memories. I look forward to the opportunity to serve you!

I had a wonderful experience with Flash Media Groups’ photography services. The entire process was professional, smooth, and handled with great attention to detail. Communication was clear, timelines were honored, and the final product truly reflected quality work. The touch-ups were especially impressive—very natural, polished, and flattering without looking over-edited. It’s clear that care is taken to make sure clients still look like themselves, just enhanced in the best possible way. William McNeely clearly cares about his customers and their satisfaction. That level of customer care shows in how attentive, patient, and accommodating the service feels from start to finish. You can tell there is pride in the work and a genuine desire to make sure clients walk away happy. Overall, I highly recommend Flash Media Groups for anyone looking for professional photography with high-quality editing and excellent customer service.
L.A. H., 7 months ago
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Sandra Ortiz Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
  • Classic style
  • Serves Lake Zurich, IL

Discover the artistry of Sandra Ortiz Photography, where every click of the shutter transforms ordinary moments into extraordinary memories. With 13 years of experience and over 300 weddings captured, Sandra’s unique touch and genuine passion for photography are evident in each and every frame.

Sandra Ortiz Photography was a pleasure to work with from start to finish. Their communication was clear, professional, and very responsive, putting us at ease throughout the entire process. The quality of their work was exceptional - they are clearly passionate and meticulous photographers who captured our day in a classic, timeless way. Sandra's attention to detail while photographing our wedding was amazing, and she was very flexible with last minute changes. She even shot our engagement photos and my boudoir session, delivering beautiful results every time. We're thrilled with the memories she was able to create for us and highly recommend Sandra Ortiz Photography to any couple looking for an experienced, talented wedding photographer.
Julianna P., a year ago
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Jovan Kiah & Co Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (53 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,900
  • Serves Lake Zurich, IL
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Hi, I’m Jovan Kiah — a wedding and portrait photographer based just outside Indianapolis. I’m your personal hype woman, passionate about capturing vibrant, true-to-color moments that feel like you. From big milestones to everyday magic, I’m here to freeze time in a way that’s real, timeless, and joy-filled. When I’m not behind the camera, I’m soaking up motherhood, planning game nights, or enjoying something sweet—because life’s too short not to.

Awarded Best of Zola
This is an amazing company. The photos turned out better than I could have ever expected or imagined. I planned my wedding quickly and they were so happy to be there. My husband and I aren’t comfortable in front of a camera and the entire thing was comfortable and fun. There were things captured that I couldn’t see myself so seeing the reactions of other people was amazing. I would work with them ten times over. Unbelievably amazing.
Alivia F., 7 months ago
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Developing Diamonds Photography LLC 
Rating: 5.0 (49 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Lake Zurich, IL

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

Awarded Best of Zola
Elliot is ABSOLUTELY incredible. He is so fast!! And is photos look like a dream! I personally worry about myself in photos but booking Elliot was the best decision I made the entire wedding process! First, he is the fastest responder whenever it comes to booking, questions, ideas, and anything in-between. He is a texter and is so communicative and responsive. He has it down! Second, his photos! He took not only our wedding photos but our engagement photos. For our engagement photos, I had no set idea on where I wanted them done and he took us to the prettiest outdoor spot. Our photos were incredible! Every person was commenting how our engagement photos looked like a fairytale. For our wedding, he was snapping away like crazy. By dinner, he had already edited and sent me 25-30 photos that were jaw dropping. I cannot say enough positive things about my experience with Elliot and Developing Diamonds Photography. Thank you Elliot for helping my day be captured in the most incredible and beautiful way!
Rachel Y., 4 days ago
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Brittany Qualls-Molleda Photography 
Rating: 4.5 (43 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,159
  • Serves Lake Zurich, IL

Brittany Qualls-Molleda Photography creates lasting memories using a candid and documentary-style photography. We offer an in-home studio where photography services can be provided using a backdrop, props, posing, and styling to enhance your session and exceed your expectations. I am ready to show this side of humanity and display the love - the support - the silliness of our loved ones, families, and friends alike. Let me take you on a photo journey to show you how you make others feel through my eyes. I promise it'll be worth it.

Awarded Best of Zola
As a fellow wedding vendor and owner of a DJ company, I know how important it is to work with professionals who are not only talented but also great team players. Brittany is exactly that! She has an incredible eye for detail, captures genuine moments effortlessly, and brings a calm, positive energy to every event. Her photos are stunning, and she makes the whole process fun and easy for couples and vendors alike. Highly recommend Brittany Molleda Photography! A
Dianna V., a year ago
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Timeless Imagery & Media 
Rating: 4.9 (40 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Lake Zurich, IL
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Lover of all things photography. I have been a photographer for over 10 years and love what we do. I have an amazing team that helps me out. My husband also second shoots with me. I like to say you get two professionals for the price of one. I try to offer quality at a reasonable cost. I know photography can be daunting for some people and my goal is always to put people at ease.

Awarded Best of Zola
Heidi was such a pleasure to work with throughout the entire process. We opted to do an engagement shoot with her as well, and couldn't be more happy with the results. She is incredibly kind, communicative, and will do everything she can to accommodate for us (including rescheduling our engagement shoot multiple times because of crazy weather all last summer!) If anyone asks, I would definitely recommend Heidi and Timeless Imagery for anyone who needs a photographer!
Anabel G., 4 months ago
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Eternal Vistas 
Rating: 5.0 (34 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves Lake Zurich, IL
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Hi, I am Bhanu Vee, The creator behind Eternal Vistas. My passion lies in creating an experience where you feel truly at ease, capturing those genuine, unscripted moments that reflect your connection. I specialize in engagement and wedding photography, focusing on your unique love story with a natural, comfortable approach. Instead of stiff poses, I guide you with gentle cues to let your authentic chemistry shine through. I go out of my way and step into wedding planner shoes if that's what my couple needs. Lets Talk !

Awarded Best of Zola
Even before the wedding day Bhanu was thoughtful and intentional about making sure he would capture our story. Planning a wedding with mostly DIY elements to it, Bhanu was helpful in providing a suggested day-of timeline and also being accomodating on the actual wedding day. For the photography, he gave me and my husband plenty of time to naturally spend time together away from the crowd to take in the moment. He took both natural and guided poses to create a gallery of the most precious photos. As a lover of all art forms, I was especially appreciative of the natural photos of our wedding guests and the gorgeous sunset couple shoot we did as the evening drew to a close. I'm so grateful to Bhanu and feeling lucky to have come across his profile on Zola!
Yoonju L., a month ago
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Laura Waldron Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (32 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,750
  • Serves Lake Zurich, IL

Bright and colorful wedding photographer based in Chicago and Seattle but available to capture the nostalgia of your wedding day no matter where you live. I'm passionate about your story, personality, and vision.

Awarded Best of Zola
Working with Laura was an absolute pleasure from start to finish. Their exceptional talent, professionalism, and dedication to their craft make them a standout choice in the world of photography. We wholeheartedly recommend their services to anyone seeking extraordinary photographs and an unforgettable experience."
Miriam J., 2 years ago
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Sheena Anne photography 
Rating: 5.0 (31 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Lake Zurich, IL

Hey there! I’m Sheena! Your go-to wedding photographer, hype girl, professional chaos wrangler, timeline planner, dress fluffer, & so much more! I have been capturing love stories for a little over 10 years now and I wouldnt have it any other way. Being alongside couples during one of the most meaningful seasons of their lives is my passion. You’re not just a client. You’re someone I’m genuinely cheering for. My couples often tell me I feel more like a longtime friend, and that’s exactly how I like it. I’m big on communication, making you feel comfortable, & helping your day run smoothly so you can actually be present without the stress.

Awarded Best of Zola
Sheena was wonderful to work with! She was great at helping us pose and the pictures turned out absolutely beautiful. We are so happy we chose her to capture our wedding day!
Mary Ann P., 5 days ago
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Charlie's Angels Photography, LLC 
Rating: 5.0 (25 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Lake Zurich, IL
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At Charlie’s Angels Photography, we are 100% committed to bringing your dream wedding to life through timeless, cinematic storytelling. My name is Charlie, a proud U.S. Veteran and traveling wedding photographer with a passion for capturing love stories with elegance, emotion, and artistry. I believe every couple deserves an unforgettable experience and images that beautifully reflect who they are and the unique connection they share. Our mission is to listen closely to what matters most to you and preserve every meaningful detail with flawless style, authenticity, and beauty. From intimate moments to grand celebrations.

Awarded Best of Zola
Charlie's Angels Photography, LLC was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding day. Their communication style was wonderful, spectacular, and quick - they were always responsive to our questions and requests. The quality of their work and the value they provided was gorgeous, well done, and incredible. They went above and beyond, even asking if we had all the photos we wanted and providing additional photo inspiration when I had missed a few shots. Their attention to detail and ability to capture all the special moments of our wedding day was truly remarkable. We couldn't be happier with the stunning photos that will allow us to relive our perfect day for years to come. Highly recommend Charlie's Angels Photography!
Isabel G., 8 months ago
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Ashley Cynthia Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (23 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $5,500
  • Serves Lake Zurich, IL

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

Awarded Best of Zola
It was so great working with Ashley and her team. She brought the best energy and made us all feel so comfortable in front of the camera. She was so nice and thoughtful throughout the whole experience and had great communication. She made taking pictures feel so fun and not forced. She always got whatever shots we wanted and more!!
Taylor S., a year ago
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Abigail Saalfrank Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (20 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Lake Zurich, IL

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

Awarded Best of Zola
Abby wasn’t able to travel to my wedding but she sent her assistants and she edited the photos. It went absolutely perfect. The photos were beautiful and I got so many meaningful photos with my family and his family that I wouldn’t have thought to get. I sent her draft of a timeline and the photographers printed it out and had it to make sure the photos I wanted got done. They were absolutely amazing. Thank you so much to Abby and her team.
Paige L., 2 years ago
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Weddings by Belinda 
Rating: 5.0 (19 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Serves Lake Zurich, IL

I am delighted to introduce myself – I am Belinda, a dedicated wedding photographer in Chicago, IL. In the realm of love and celebration, I have made it my mission to encapsulate the elegance, emotions, and essence of every remarkable union.

Awarded Best of Zola
We hired Belinda and Robert as the photographer and videographer for our wedding and I am so in love with the results! Before we even met them they were both so reassuring and helpful in answering all 8billion of my questions. On the day off they came prepared with tons of posing ideas, they were so sweet during the day and hyped us both up the entire time. I will be reaching out to them for any other photo shoots we do. I highly recommend!! Thank you Belinda and Robert!!!
Katie O., 2 years ago
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Elle & Co Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (17 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves Lake Zurich, IL

I am a destination photographer based in MICHIGAN, COLORADO & FLORIDA! I am ALL over Michigan and all over the nation! I have a home in Lansing, Holland & Traverse City. I travel all over Michigan capturing my clients from Lansing to Grand Rapids to the west coast of Lake Michigan to Mackinac Island & Traverse City to all metro Detroit! I have a second home in Vail/Summit County, CO as well as Clearwater Beach/Tampa. This allows me to be local to multiple places and states! This career is so much more than just showing up and taking photos. It's emotion, it's detail, it's getting to know my clients and capturing each of them uniquely.

Awarded Best of Zola
I don't even know where to begin - Dani is simply amazing and if it were possible to give her a 10 star rating, I would. She not only captured my husband and I's intimate mountain top elopement, but her and Jed also followed us through out the rest of the day and photographed our reception that we held with family and friends. We are usually pretty awkward in front of the camera, but they made us feel so comfortable (even at 5am in the morning lol) and our photos prove it. Dani puts so much work into finding the perfect elopement locations and the most flattering lighting. My husband and I are BEYOND ecstatic with how our photos turned out - she captured who we truly are and how much love we have for each other. I can never thank them enough for how much work they put into our elopement and reception day. We are so happy to have these memories forever.
Amanda A., 5 months ago
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Photography by Devon Jones 
Rating: 4.9 (14 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $899
  • Serves Lake Zurich, IL
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I love telling stories and I feel that weddings are one of the most unique stories anyone will have in their lives. I have combined my love of photography and storytelling to help couples tell their story and to capture their big day in a memorable way. I am a Portrait & Wedding Photographer in the Muncie area, serving Eastern Indiana and Western Ohio.

Devon is a wonderful photographer! He pays attention to the tiny details and always does an excellent job. I have had him take photos for me before my wedding as well. Everytime he brings back works of art! I was super excited to receive my wedding pictures.
Chloie H., 2 months ago
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Forever Faithful Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (14 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,400
  • Serves Lake Zurich, IL

This is such an exciting time in your life, and I'm here to help you preserve every magical moment. My bliss is to capture the essence of your love story through stunning, timeless photographs that you will cherish forever. I believe that every couple is unique, and so is their love story. I take the time to get to know you, understand your vision, and tailor our photography style to match your personalities and preferences. My approach to photography goes beyond just taking pictures. I aim to tell your love story through a series of beautifully composed images that reflect the emotions, joy, and intimacy of your special day.

Awarded Best of Zola
Tiffany captured our wedding day perfectly how we envisioned! The final photos were stunning to not only us but to our wedding party as well. She had a lot of great ideas of where and how to take the photos which made them all feel unique. We have photos that range from traditional, romantic, silly, etc. She is very professional and communicated well throughout the process, and also gave me a list of recommended vendors to look into when I was just getting started wedding planning which I really appreciated.
Natalie D., a year ago
Sydney Marie Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (14 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Classic style
  • Serves Lake Zurich, IL

I'm Sydney, the photographer behind Sydney Marie Photography. Based in Grand Rapids and serving couples throughout Michigan and Chicago, I’ve been photographing weddings since 2012 and have documented more than 300 celebrations. My approach blends natural, candid moments with gently guided portraits to create imagery that feels timeless, refined, and true to each couple. From the first conversation to the final gallery, I provide a high-touch experience so you feel supported, present, and able to fully enjoy every moment of your wedding day.

Awarded Best of Zola
Aside from getting married, choosing Sydney Marie Photography was the best decision we made regarding vendors. Sydney kept us in the loop throughout the entire planning process - sometimes we needed that extra communication and we appreciated it more than we expected. We scheduled an Engagement Session to get to know her in person first and get comfortable with the camera and it was so worth it because not only did we get incredible shots, we also got to know her on a personal level which helped guide all conversations and interactions leading up to the wedding. Engagement photos came back quick, and we loved what we saw. She even came into town to do the venue walkthrough with us and see our hotel getting ready space which was above and beyond what we expected her to do. It didn't matter that she was based out of Michigan - she knew Chicago and the wedding scene so well, and was availble for anything we needed. Her years of experience shined through in helping us plan photo locations and curating the perfect timeline and shot list. We felt ready for the big day thanks to her. On the day of our wedding, she had this natural ability to capture moments as they happened while staying flexible enough to try new ideas we threw her way. She genuinely felt like part of our celebration rather than someone hovering in the background. Sydney guided us when we needed direction but mostly let our love and joy shine through in every shot. We are already obsessed with our sneak peek and cannot wait to see the whole album. We are moving to Michigan later next year (where she is located) and will definitely be keeping Sydney in mind for any future photoshoots our life may bring our way. Who knew a photographer could make or break how everything came together? Sydney was certainly our glue. We cannot recommend her highly enough.
Kristin R., 2 months ago
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Mayah Lee Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (13 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $7,800
  • Serves Lake Zurich, IL

Chicago Photographer focused on providing the best experience and creating your vision for you! I strive to provide my clients with a comfortable and fun experience during their sessions; capturing the authentic and candid moments. My focus is on you, always. Please opt to contact me on my site, thank you!

Awarded Best of Zola
I don't ever write reviews but I knew I had to figure out how to for Mayah. She was there for me and my husband from the very beginning - from the proposal to the engagement shoot to the big day (and rehearsal dinner). I couldn't imagine going through my bridal era without her and I'm beyond grateful for her. For the sake of not exceeding the word count, I'll focus on the wedding weekend. She came to my rehearsal (which was just us & family & wedding party) and basically acted as a planner. She walked through the entire next day with us while capturing all the best shots. I went to bed that night feeling completely ready because of her. On the wedding day, she walked into my suite and I instantly felt a weight off my chest. The next few hours of photos were so fun, she had the entire bridal party giggling and singing. I got to live in the moment at every turn because I had complete faith that she was taking amazing pictures. Her eye for details and the way she brings her visions to life is mind blowing. I also have to note that my hair fell out after the ceremony when we took my veil out and she completely fixed it and no one could tell... who else's photographer is doing that?!? All that to say I don't think it gets better than Mayah. As I wait for the rest of my gallery it's hit me that our time with her is over, but I have so many memories to cherish and I plan to work with her again in the future. I couldn't imagine letting anyone us capture my special moments. ILY forever Mayah!!!
Anita F., a month ago