The Best Storytelling Wedding Videographers in Russell, IL

The Best Storytelling Wedding Videographers in Russell, IL

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63 Wedding Videographers in Russell, IL

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TreeHouse Creative 

4.8

  • Storytelling style
  • Serves Russell, IL
  • Offer

We're all about telling epic love stories – no cookie-cutter stuff here. Based in Miami but up for an adventure anywhere, we're not your average wedding videographers. Think of us as your partners in memory-making. We'll be there laughing, dancing, and capturing every crazy, beautiful moment. Our mission is simple: make your love shine. No rules, no boredom. Your love story is one-of-a-kind, and that's how we approach filming it. We're not just about the big scenes; we're into the little details, the stolen glances, the goofy grins – everything that makes your love yours.

Awarded Best of Zola
My husband and I had the absolute best experience working with Trey and team. Trey truly took the time to learn about us as individuals, who we are together, what mattered to us most, and our vision for our wedding day. He is personable and professional and will truly feel like a friend that you are excited to see when the big day comes. Our video turned out better than we could’ve ever imagined and it is such a treasure to have such an elegantly captured representation of our day to look back on. It has also been the perfect way to share our experience with family and friends who weren’t able to make it. Watching the days events unfold through the perspective of a guest is such a cool experience and had us falling in love with the day all over again. Working with Trey was a flawless and stress free experience and took the pressure off us because he really was able to lead our team through the events seamlessly. We are so happy with the finished products down to being obsessed with the song choices he picked. He took all our feedback and ideas into consideration and just made our video spectacular. He is truly an artist in videography and we cannot recommend working with him enough!
Claire G., 2 years ago
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Your Wedding Day Film 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $1,499
  • Serves Russell, IL

Your Wedding Day Film is a Florida-based wedding videography and photography company created to help couples capture the true emotion of their special day. My name is Vanessa, and storytelling is at the heart of everything I do; whether it’s through video, photo, or content tailored for social media. From helping you plan, to filming and photographing your wedding, to delivering your finished films and galleries within 4–6 weeks, we’re with you every step of the way. When I’m not behind the camera, you can find me spending time with my family, friends, or taking our four-year-old German Shepherd mix to the dog beach.

Awarded Best of Zola
I had so much fun working with them. They did an amazing job and the results turned out so good would highly recommend.
Brittaney S., 2 years ago
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Caleb Lee Productions 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves Russell, IL

Caleb Lee Productions is a family-owned wedding videography company operating out of Bartlett, IL. We are a husband-and-wife duo that is devoted to creating custom life event films. We look forward to capturing the uniqueness of your love story, with every detail and moment accounted for. Combining Caleb's passion for filmmaking with Brittany's strengths as a coordinator we aim to give you a seamless videography experience and an elegant final piece.

Awarded Best of Zola
Caleb Lee Productions was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding video. From the first time we reached out, they were available and easy to communicate with, answering all of our questions promptly. On the day of the wedding, they blended seamlessly into the background, capturing all the special moments without disrupting the flow of the day. The final video beautifully honored our wedding, with stunning footage including our first look and the ceremony. We especially loved the drone shots of the various places we were at. Thank you!
Savanah, a month ago
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Jimmy Shin Films 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $6,800
  • Serves Russell, IL

Create timeless, emotional story-driven Love Story Film that never gets old. You are going to have your own personal love story film that YOU are the hero and watch it every wine night / anniversary day with your loved one so you can transport right back to that day, reminisce about your beautiful memories with loved ones and remind how beautiful your love story is.

Awarded Best of Zola
I looked at SO MANY wedding videos and they were all so similar and cookie cutter. They were lacking something but I couldn’t put my finger on it. THEN I FOUND JIMMY SHIN. I watched his videos and found myself sobbing at strangers videos! He made me feel like I knew the bride and groom after just 7 minutes. He's so good! Jimmy will take your wedding video and turn it into the most beautiful story. The video he made for us just so beautifully captured my husband and I's day! It's a video i'll cherish for the rest of my life. I can't wait for our kids to be able to watch it. UGH, seriously hire this man and you won't regret it. Best wedding money we spent. https://www.youtube.com/watch?viVAKZzODr6E
Danie W., a year ago
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Elmwood Forest 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $6,800
  • Serves Russell, IL

I’ve spent over a decade painting love stories in motion—capturing not just moments, but the emotional truth behind them. My approach is rooted in trust and collaboration. I take the time to truly connect with each couple because I’ve found that the most meaningful films are created when my clients feel seen, heard, and understood. If you’re looking for a cinematic experience that lingers—where shots breathe, and your story is told with intentionality and emotional depth—I’d be honored to explore what we can create together. I don’t just show up with a camera; I show up ready to partner with you in crafting something heartfelt and lasting.

Awarded Best of Zola
Your wedding day goes by in the blink of an eye, it’s imperative to find the right team to capture those moments for years to come— Ephraim and his team are those people. Not only is Ephraim extremely talented at his craft, he is a joy to have there on your wedding day. The amount of joy and gratitude I feel after watching our wedding film is hard to put into words. All I can say is that I am incredibly glad that I chose Elmwood Forest to capture our wedding day and I would chose them again in every lifetime. If you’re looking for the right fit for your videographer team for your big day, stop here, you’ve found the right choice.
Shelby M., a year ago
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Birch Fields 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $4,700
  • Serves Russell, IL

Being in the wedding film industry over sixteen years, I'm eager to help couples bring their dreams to life. I have no hesitation traveling for couples who know I'm the perfect fit for their wedding. My work resonates with who it's made for- and I keep that audience in mind.

Awarded Best of Zola
Steven was incredible from initial contact to follow-up after the event. He works with you to choose a package that fits your videography needs and budget. He is down-to-earth and makes you feel like he and his team are just old friends hanging out with you throughout the day. His videography style and music choices drew us to him in the first place, and he did not disappoint. He captured every magical detail, and we're so thankful to have chosen Birchfields.
Domonique N., 2 years ago
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Avant-Garde Videography 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Russell, IL

My name is Bailey O'Neal -- I am the owner + videographer of Avant-Garde Videography and I love making videos! I love going places with my camera and enjoy capturing the content around me. I love starting a new project, and having an open opportunity to be creative and original. And finally, I love making a product that can be used as a keepsake to help relive and remember special times.

Awarded Best of Zola
Bailey with Avant-Garde Videography was a pleasure to work with for Kristen Justin wedding. We were the DJ (Midwest Best DJs) and Bailey had great communication throughout the process, responding promptly to any questions or requests we had. The quality of her work was amazing and truly captured the fun and energy of the day. She worked seamlessly as part of the vendor team, helping to ensure everything ran smoothly.
Midwest Best DJs, a year ago
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Still Do Media | Video & Photo 

4.9

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $1,350
  • Serves Russell, IL

At Still Do Media, we believe your wedding deserves to be remembered beautifully. Choosing the right wedding photographer and videographer is one of the most important decisions you'll make, and we're here to make it easy.

Still Do was so helpful and professional from the very first meeting. We booked for just videography services. Last week, our videographer was unexpectedly not available, but Still Do Media handled this situation very carefully and calmly, and they had a standby videographer in the backup team. Matt, our backup videographer, is amazing! He stepped in a few days before the wedding with professionalism and positive energy. He captured every detail in perfect style. I just had a little bad experience with how they deliver raw footage unprofessionally. Folders and clips are messed up and disorganized. But our experience with Still Do Media is incredible. We are always thankful for making our wedding such a memorable and joyful experience!
Robinson K., 6 months ago
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Teach Tech Productions LLC 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Russell, IL

At Teach Tech Productions LLC, we specialize in immortalizing the most precious moments of your wedding day. Founded by the passionate husband-and-wife duo, Ryan and Meagan Branscomb, our expertise spans over 5 years of dedicated experience in photography and videography, enabling us to create stunning visual memories that last a lifetime. Based in Piqua, Ohio, we are eager to travel to bring our artistic vision to your unique celebrations—be it a wedding, family gathering, or any special occasion. With 16 years of marriage and the joy of raising two sons, we recognize the significance of capturing wedding days. Sincerely Ryan and Meagan

Teach Tech Productions LLC was an excellent choice for our wedding videography. From the start, they were informative, understanding, and incredibly helpful throughout the entire process. Their communication style put us at ease and made us feel confident in their abilities. The quality of their work was truly impressive - they were detailed, enthusiastic, and deeply involved in capturing all the special moments of our day. They even brought out a drone to get some incredible aerial footage! The team had great posing ideas during both our pictures and video shoots, and went above and beyond to get the perfect shots. Their enthusiasm for our wedding was evident in the time spent with us. We highly recommend Teach Tech Productions LLC to any couple looking for a videographer who will deliver exceptional results.
Ally S., 8 months ago
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Taylor Street Media 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Russell, IL

Taylor Street Media is boutique creative studio based in Chicago, IL, led by Marlon Taylor, a multidisciplinary artist with 10 years of experience capturing weddings, advertising content and events. We appreciate your interest in our work & would like to share more about our creative voice & process. Similarly, we'd love to learn about you!

Taylor Street Media (Marlon Taylor) made our wedding video as beautiful as we could have ever imagined. We could not have asked for a more professional and talented videographer. Communication was thorough and responses were prompt. The contract was clear, and content and final results were beautiful and delivered in a timely manner. Marlon arrived at the venue on time and kept an open line of communication. I will continue to recommend Taylor Street Media to anyone looking for an amazing talent and professional videographer. Look no further than Taylor Street Media.
Diamond G., 2 years ago
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Nicholas Vo Films 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Russell, IL

Hi! Welcome to my page. I'm so happy you are here! I am Minnesota and Missouri-based. It is my absolute joy to be able to capture your special moments so you can relive them with a warm feeling. I love making videos that reflect who you are.

Awarded Best of Zola
Nicholas did SUCH an amazing job for our wedding! He captured us and our guests perfectly and the editing he did was GREAT. Had clear communication from start to finish and was very sweet and patient with us. Cannot recommend him enough! We will definitely be reaching out for other special events!
Giovanna P., a year ago
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Whitehead Films 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Serves Russell, IL

Whitehead Films is a wedding cinematography team dedicated to capturing the profound beauty and emotion of your most cherished moments. With a passion for visual storytelling and an artist’s eye for detail, our work transforms the magic of your wedding day into a timeless cinematic experience. Inspired by the art of living and celebrating love, we blend creative vision with technical expertise to document every heartfelt glance, spontaneous laugh, and intimate whisper.

Brandon and Kristen are amazing! You can tell they really care about their craft! They also delivered in a timely manner. Would 1000% recommend!
Madeleine N., 7 months ago
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Homa Film and Photo 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Russell, IL

We capture moment to create memories. We tell your story with our lenses so that years from now you can go back and see all the big and small things from your special day. We know how important it was for us to relive our special day and we want to provide that to all the couple we meet! We absolutely love to tell stories in our own unique way!

Awarded Best of Zola
Homa Film & Photo is outstanding; they are highly professional and easy to work with. But, most importantly, they make sure to provide the best experience to anyone who hires them. They go out of their way to capture the best images and videos. In addition, they take the time to create a beautiful highlight video that showcases each couple's unique personality.
Christena Devaney, 4 years ago
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J'adore Video 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Russell, IL

My name is Lance and I'm the owner of J'adore Video, based in Chicago and serving happy couples all over the world! I started filming weddings professionally in 2007 and have filmed over 400 weddings in my career, covering many different cultures, faiths, and beliefs.

If I could give J'adore Video more than five stars, I would! Their phenomenal services surpassed all my expectations. Right from our initial conversation, they listened attentively to our desires for our wedding and family videos. They meticulously organized every aspect, easing any stress around capturing these important life moments. What truly sets J'adore Video apart is their unyielding commitment to get the perfect shot. They never hesitated to jump in (literally, at times!) to capture the essence of our special day, all while maintaining utmost professionalism. It's their personal approach that stands out the most. They were incredibly easy to communicate with, receptive to our ideas, and they felt like a part of the family by the end of the process. The end result? Heartwarming, high-quality videos that will be cherished in our family for generations to come. We felt valued as clients and are thoroughly impressed by their services. J'adore Video truly lives up to its name. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them to anyone in need of professional videography. Exceptional service with a personal touch - that sums up our experience!
Shane Michael, 2 years ago
Lawrence Connor Films 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $2,950
  • Serves Russell, IL

I love coffee. I never leave home without it. I’m easy going. I love to chill. I’m a huge sports fan and I love watching Skip Bayless and others argue on Fox. Basketball was my first love and even in my thirties I still daydream about playing in the NBA. As a teenager, while most of my peers were listening to 2Pac and Biggie, I preferred Marvin Gaye, Al Green and The Temptations. I’ve been told that I have an old soul. At the end of the day I love life, I love my job and my customers always come first.

Awarded Best of Zola
We worked with Lawrence for our wedding videography in August. He was super easy to work with and schedule, and provided a large number of options for our videography including different length videos/highlight reels as well as the raw footage for us to keep. Day of, he was very professional and thoughtful in his actions and behavior, and captured so much of our getting ready, ceremony, and reception. While we haven’t gotten a final product back from him yet (since its only been a few weeks since our event), we feel very confident with Lawrence’s work and are very excited to have this video keepsake for the future!
Charlotte E R., 4 months ago
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Smiling Toad Films 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Serves Russell, IL

John Severson graduated from Washington University in St. Louis in 2004 with degrees in Anthropology and Film. His passion for film has taken him all over the world, from Vietnam to Zanzibar. John is a Chicagoland native. After graduating and traveling, he returned back to Chicago’s Lakeview and South Loop neighborhoods. In 2009, he married his wife Sarah, and moved back to their native Oak Park to raise their two children, Stella and George. John is always available to chat with you about your ideas and answer any questions. He’s excited getting to know you as a couple and share your vision for your wedding day.

Everyone gets a photographer but honestly wedding videos capture the night on entirely different level. Having professional videos from my wedding helped capture the moment with all the live emotions, vibes, and reactions. It is definitely a must if you want to remember your big day vividly for years to come! All of my family and wedding party watched the videos Smiling Toad created and we found ourselves crying and laughing all over again. It truly is so special. Smiling Toad was a great vendor for our wedding! John, the owner, is very responsive and great at communicating. On our wedding we had two videographers, Kevin and Sandra, and they were wonderful. They were super professional, detail oriented, and worked perfectly with our photographer and planner’s team. The videos came out SO GOOD and I am seeing so many silly and lovely moments that they caught on video that I had not noticed. I’m so glad we hired Smiling Toad to capture our wedding, we could not recommend them more!
Tiffany C., 21 days ago
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Sunfire Films 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Russell, IL

Sunfire Films brings a highly creative storytelling experience to your wedding film. Together, we can make some real magic. Every wedding film I create is completely unique. Using narrative and storytelling expertise, we can bring out your individuality for a boutique, fully custom, wedding film.

Sun Fire Films is an exceptional wedding videography duo that I highly recommend. As a photographer, I was impressed by their professionalism, collaborative approach, and ability to seamlessly blend into the day while capturing stunning, cinematic footage. Their technical expertise, and warm personalities made working with them a joy, and their final product perfectly encapsulating the emotions and details of the wedding. They went out of their way to ensure our work complemented each other, even sharing footage to match my editing process. Sun Fire Films is a talented, thoughtful, and reliable team that elevates any wedding vendor lineup I can’t wait to work with them again!
GrantDeveloped, a year ago
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Weddings by Jazmin 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Russell, IL

Hi, I'm Jazmin! I’m passionate about what I do and love creating and capturing genuine, candid moments. I’m there to capture the joy, laughter, emotion, and beauty of your wedding day. I love it when my couples relax, go with the flow, and enjoy themselves. My mission is to help put your love story on display for the world with the memories we capture together — and have an amazing time in the process!

Awarded Best of Zola
Thank you for filming our wedding! I was crying when I watched our wedding video. From the beginning, communication with you was very comforting and easy. I felt very confident in my choice for a wedding videographer! On our wedding day, I could tell you were capturing all of the important details and moments, even though I was super busy and distracted most of the time! Watching our wedding made all of the stress and nervousness I was feeling seem like nothing at all! I’m crying, writing this! Thank you so much. For anyone reading, do not hesitate to hire Jazmin! She is the best wedding videographer and shows you how much she cares about you and your wedding day! She has a beautiful and kind heart!
Loren M., 2 years ago
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EverAfter - Wedding Films - Superior Storytelling Videography 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $4,750
  • Serves Russell, IL

I was born and raised in Ukraine where I studied at a law school. When I moved to the USA in 2016, I dramatically switched my career path from a lawyer to a digital artist. I got a degree in Media Arts and Filmmaking and started shooting dance, fashion, music, and became a wedding videographer located in Chicago.

I don’t have enough kind words to express how great Sofiia was to work with. She truly has a gift for seeing the creative vision, telling stories, and finding pure magic without feeling like you’re acting. My husband was nervous about feeling like the moments we filmed being inauthentic or staged, but Sofiia works hard to let you be and capture real emotions. She’s passionate, so creative, and was someone we genuinely loved working with.
Sam J., a year ago
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DS Wedding Studio 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $1,995
  • Serves Russell, IL

DS Wedding Studio is a videography and photography company located in Glendale Heights, Illinois. Specializing in weddings and other celebratory events, the company is dedicated to telling the story of each couple’s wedding in an imaginative and cinematic style. This team of committed and professional videography and photographers strives to work closely with every couple to ensure that every meaningful moment is captured with no small detail overlooked.

Awarded Best of Zola
We had to let go of our first photographer, and I’m so thankful we found Eddie! From the start, he was so kind, professional, and easy to work with. He made us feel completely comfortable in front of the camera and had great ideas for poses and photo spots. On the wedding day, he captured every single moment beautifully and made sure to check in with us throughout the day. The photos turned out absolutely stunning — you can really feel the emotion in every shot. We couldn’t have asked for a better photographer. I highly recommend Eddie to any couple looking for someone talented, reliable, and genuinely wonderful to work with!
Luis S., 2 months ago
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Maloch Media 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $4,800
  • Serves Russell, IL

I became indulged in the story-telling of my wedding couples. Being surrounded by the excitement, sometimes nervous couples, and their loving families and friends made the filming such a rush. Then to have the honor to edit a film where their personalities and love shine through is the greatest privilege. I want to take them on a journey back in time to the most epic day where they laugh and cry with all their family and friends. I make films that last the ages. I love to think about how my couples might show their kids or even grandkids someday.

Trevor of Maloch media goes big when it comes to wedding filmmaking. He will do anything to get the shot, and uses all the newest and best equipment to make sure your day captured beautifully. He works seamlessly with other vendors so that the day goes smoothly. Highly recommend!
Holly, 5 years ago
Whole Heart Video 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $1,250
  • Serves Russell, IL

Monday through Friday we shoot food, ads, TV, live events, products videos, documentaries, narrative films, corporate stuff and more. But when the weekend rolls around, we shoot weddings. Our appreciation for directing and videography is rivaled by none. Whether you want something candid and simple or a more elaborately planned wedding video, we'll be there- caffeinated and ready to go! We can now boast that 6 of Chicago’s best videographers are on the Whole Heart Video associate roster. To keep quality high (and to make sure we have back up shooters), we limit the number of weddings accepted to 3 per day.

Whole Heart Video was an absolute pleasure to work with from start to finish. Their communication style was fast, friendly, and fun - they made the entire process really enjoyable. The quality of their work is incredible, we laughed and cried watching our final video and all of our friends have gotten emotional after seeing it too. Ben, our videographer, really went above and beyond to make us feel comfortable on camera and even helped us set up a live stream so my grandmother who couldn't attend could watch the ceremony. We are so grateful to have such an amazing memento of our special day thanks to Whole Heart Video.
Emily & D., a month ago
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White Elm Films 

2.7

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $2,100
  • Serves Russell, IL

We're so excited you're interested in choosing White Elm Films to tell your story, and are honored that we get to be apart of capturing such important moments. We know the investment you put in your wedding video deserves a big return, so we're committed to making it the experience you deserve. We hope that our films act as keepsakes that get passed down for generations and help leave your legacy for the future ahead.

The two associated from White Elm Films were professional, kind and worked well with all other vendors. They both made us feel very comfortable and we are so excited to see what they produced from our special day! Would highly recommend!
The D., 2 years ago
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The Honeymooners Productions 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $5,900
  • Serves Russell, IL

The Honeymooners Productions are a husband and wife duo who are determined to live life like they are on their honeymoon! They specialize in both PHOTO AND VIDEO which simplifies you're planning process and budget. Their energy for life and love makes them PASSIONATE about your wedding experience! Let's get this party started! Email us about your wedding! We would LOVE to hear alllllllll about your day and your love!

The perfect addition to your wedding!! I cannot say enough good things about The Honeymooners Maddie and Luke! Not only are they amazing people but they are also incredibly talented. They are the perfect duo to capture your special day! My husband and I hired them as the videographers for our wedding and couldn't be happier with the final product. The video is absolutely beautiful and captured all of the details of our day perfectly. These two are the perfect combination of fun and professional. They were so easy to work with and went above and beyond to make sure the day flowed seamlessly! They even spontaneously came out with us after the reception and captured extra moments that we will treasure forever. Their amazing work speaks for itself but just know that you are hiring reliable, caring people that will be a true asset to your wedding. You will not be disappointed!
Caroline N., 5 years ago
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Rhys Ladhani Media 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $2,350
  • Serves Russell, IL

Our approach to wedding filmmaking is simple- deliver the most sincere, organic recollection of the day by acting as unnoticeably as possible. By eliminating the pressures of being filmed, our couples are able to enjoy each moment of their day and be truly present in the experience, providing us with an authentic and emotional collection of frames. Weddings are our passion and we enjoy being able to assist with planning, coordinating and timeline creation throughout the months leading up to your big day. We’re with you every step of the way and are dedicated to creating the best possible version of your love story.

Rhys was great to work with!! He provided so much guidance leading up to the wedding day, going over my timeline and making recommendations based on how long he's seen things take. He also provides a list of suggested do's and dont's that you wouldn't realize have an impact on the video - it was so helpful!! Before the wedding he also has a prep call to go over all the details and any notes/requests we have for the videos (vibe we're looking for, any cinematic requests, song requests, etc.) He was another great presence to have the day of! We haven't gotten the video back yet but right after our wedding we got an email that lists out all the steps they take throughout video production. We've since gotten emails every time our video has moved to the next step. The communication from Rhys since we booked has been so incredible!
Jamie, 2 years ago
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Almost Fantasy ~ Photo + Video 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Russell, IL

I am Angela; owner, lead photographer, and wedding film director. My husband, Zac, is my favorite teammate and covers lead (gimbal) videography, or 2nd shooting (photography). We've been photographing and filming weddings together since 2010! He has a storytelling perspective, while I love details and intimacy. The tension between the two creates such a romantic vibe! When you need a larger team, we pull in our favorite colleagues - professionals in their own right - to work with us for the day. We have very close peer-vendor relationships with a solid group of amazing artists we work with regularly.

Almost Fantasy Photo Video were an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding day. Their communication style was kind, fun, and excellent from start to finish. The quality of their work was beautiful, high quality, and had great lighting - we got so many amazing pictures that we'll cherish forever. They were so sweet and helpful throughout the day, and were very flexible in accommodating our needs. We couldn't be happier with the memories they captured of our special day.
Olivia V., a year ago
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Paul Hairston Films 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Russell, IL

Paul Hairston is an award winning and nation-wide wedding, documentary and commercial filmmaker for over 13 years. He loves anything and everything about human storytelling and creating impact through the medium of film. He strives to capture your special day with earnestness, trust and top shelf visuals. Throughout his career he has worked to blend vérité filmmaking with a production value those stories and emotions deserve, while never getting in your way. Providing painterly and elegant coverage with an unobtrusive but attentive presence that documents every unique detail is Paul’s goal with every film.

We had such an excellent experience with Paul on our wedding day! He was so communicative leading up to the day, as well as the actual wedding day. He was friendly, professional, punctual and worked so well alongside our photographer for the day, filming all of the lovely moments we may have otherwise missed (dance floor, cocktail hour, etc). He also filmed our first look, which was one of the moments that I most wanted to have on film, and made it such a fun experience. We watch our video every year on our wedding anniversary (it's been almost 13 years!), and we look back so fondly on that day because of the sweet moments that Paul captured - and have also shown it to our kids, who love to watch it over and over again. We highly recommend Paul to also capture your wedding day!
Will & K., 4 months ago
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Monstera Weddings 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $4,997
  • Serves Russell, IL

Your wedding or elopement is one full of raw moments, and it is our job to weave these together cohesively. We always approach each film with a detail-oriented eye, considering you, the film, the composition, the audio, the lighting, and everything in between, to ensure we achieve a comprehensive film with an emotional impact. It is also a priority of ours that your film resonates with your spirit. That it represents you, your story, your love, and your style authentically. That's why we get to know you and your partner well and cater to your preferred look.

My husband and I recently got married in December, 2023. I'm so grateful we hired Rick and his team to be our videographer!! I would highly recommend using them. Rick was very professional and supportive throughout the entire process. We set up a few calls while being engaged to prepare for the day. He also worked really well with our photographer to gameplan for the day. This was HUGE because they were able to work together to obtain all the shots needed and didn't step on each other's toes. Rick put together a 2 minute clip of the day, and I watch it everyday! The shots he chose and the music he tied with it was so meaningful. It was a perfect video to showcase the day. I shared it on social media. He also put together a full 45 minute video of the day that includes special events and speeches of the day, so we won't forget anything special that happened! Again, we are so grateful we worked with Rick. He captures all the special moments and now we have his work to look back on the wonderful day! Thank you!
Alyssa O., 2 years ago
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Holly Kell Creative 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $2,750
  • Serves Russell, IL

I’m Holly (she/her), a 28-year-old wedding videographer based in Grand Rapids, MI. I love for telling stories. Being a wedding videographer is truly a fly on the wall experience and I get to let you truly relive that day through video. You'll see yourself hugging your mom/dad at the end of the aisle, your first kiss as you're pronounced married for the first time, hear your vows to each other. I cannot explain how grateful I am to give you those slices of time.

Holly was absolutely amazing from the time I booked her to receiving my video. She knew what I wanted for a videographer and she exceeded my expectations. Her communication and timeliness on getting things to me was great! I’d book Holly all over again.
Darci, a year ago
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Emily Hogan Visuals 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Russell, IL

Hi, I am Emily! I'm happy that you've landed on my page. I specialize in covering videography as well as photography. I have been shooting weddings since 2013. I fell in love with watching people be in love! You can't find a better gig. I went on to receive my Bachelor of Arts in 2019. I've really been able to put my education to work in regards to all things wedding films. When I'm not shooting weddings, I am doing real estate photography, binge watching Bob's Burgers and Saturday Night Live, or most likely eating something delicious. ;)

Awarded Best of Zola
We couldn't have been happier to hire Emily for our videography. Like many other 2020 couples, we downsized our event to be an intimate ceremony. We last minute decided to hire a videographer, and luckily for us Emily was available! Our day was pretty chaotic with a lot of moving pieces, and she went with the flow with patience and kindness. By the end of the night, we felt like she had been a friend forever. The video is absolute perfection, and we are so thankful she saved the day last minute and gave us an impressive video to share with our family and friends who could not be in attendance. If we could give more than 5 stars on every category, we would!
Laura and B., 5 years ago

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