The Best Wedding Vendors in Saint Elmo, IL

The Best Wedding Vendors in Saint Elmo, IL

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723 Wedding Vendors in Saint Elmo, IL

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Lulan Studio 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Saint Elmo, IL for additional fees

Lulan’s creativity has led to his path beyond most conventional definitions. He has won 25+ wedding photography awards, named the Best Wedding Photographer in Los Angeles; while acquired advance degree in immunology and medicine from UCLA.

Awarded Best of Zola
10/10 Nick and I had the pleasure of working with Lulan and Sarah on our wedding day. They were exactly on time and prepared. They were so attentive, patient, and responsive to us. Never intrusive or demanding. Their direction felt very easy and natural; it made the unnatural process of taking hundreds of photos feel so seamless and easy. I loved that they took advantage of the space and venue. They have such a fantastic eye for composition and scale - my favorites are the wide shots that capture the cityscape behind. Their photos feel so timeless but fitting for the venue. We could not be happier with the results. I could not recommend Lulan and his team more. They were responsive to all of my questions throughout the planning process. Thank you to Lulan and Sarah for capturing our special day and giving us so many memories to cherish!
Mirielles G., 2 months ago
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Kendra Smith Weddings 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $5,200
  • Serves Saint Elmo, IL for additional fees

Kendra Smith Weddings is filled with honest emotion and documentary integrity. Photographer, Kendra Smith, is inspired by Annie Leibovitz, Henri Cartier-Bresson, Slim Aarons, and Eve Arnold and others that mix incredible portraiture with the authenticity of documentary photography that can be both editorial and timeless. Kendra is an experienced digital & film photographer who specializes in documentary-style wedding photography, analog/film, and 4k video in a super 8 style.

Awarded Best of Zola
Kendra is the sweetest!! I am so in love with her photography style and she's also such a fun human which makes it that much better! We got married on 8/10 and she's already sent us a few sneak peeks that we absolutely adore and have gotten countless compliments on. She is extremely flexible and so understanding. She helped with all the chaos of the day-- thank you Kendra!!!
Kaitlyn F., 10 months ago
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Arie T. Photography, LLC 

4.9

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Saint Elmo, IL for additional fees

Arie T. Photography is a Black, queer, woman-owned wedding and portrait business capturing love stories across the U.S. and beyond. Whether you’re planning an intimate elopement or a grand celebration somewhere in the world, I’m here to document every moment with authenticity and heart. With a background in fine arts and experience photographing weddings nationwide, I specialize in candid, natural-light photography using an unposed, stress-free approach. Even if you think you’re awkward in front of the camera—challenge accepted! My goal is to help you feel comfortable, confident, and completely yourself.

Awarded Best of Zola
Arie was an incredible presence at our wedding, which was somewhat nontraditional and much more like a party than a wedding. She took our requests and still managed to get elegant pics from our general nonsense. We didn't really have a great vision for what we wanted but thank the heavens Arie knew what to do anyway. The pics are incredible and we've been sharing them so much! She is also fun to have around and didn't add any stress to the day which we LOVED. Can't recommend her enough!
Adan & L., 2 years ago
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Danielle Robidoux Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Saint Elmo, IL for additional fees

What if your photos actually looked and felt like you? Picture yourself 10 years from now on your wedding anniversary looking back at your wedding album with tears welling up in your eyes as you relive your day. Your wedding should not feel like a performance. Let go of boring wedding traditions, think outside of the box and create something unique that has never been done before. Whatever the perfect day looks like for you, why shouldn’t that be your wedding day? I am more than your wedding photographer, I am your guide, biggest fan, and the curator of your love story, I will also be the one tearing up from behind my lens.

Awarded Best of Zola
We couldn’t have asked for a better wedding photographer! From our initial meeting, Danielle took the time to really get to know us and understand our vision for the day. She arrived early and jumped into action, ensuring she didn’t miss a single moment. She kept us on track all day, and liaised seamlessly with the venue staff. It really felt like we had friends helping us through the day, having our backs and making sure our vision was realized. The photos are absolutely stunning and truly capture the joy of our celebration. We’re so grateful for Danielle’s professionalism and talent! Book her!
Stephanie O., 9 months ago
Leah Flores Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Saint Elmo, 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 two dogs and three cats | 🏳️‍🌈🦖⛰️✈️📸⚽🫶🏼🌈🌲🦕🏝 Fun Fact: I was born on Leap Year Day so I'm 9 years old 🥳!

Awarded Best of Zola
Leah was such a pleasure to work with, incredibly accommodating and flexible to get exactly what we wanted photographed at our wedding! Highly recommend!
Jason B., 7 months ago
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Sharon Valley Harp, LLC 

5.0

  • Ceremony only
  • Serves Saint Elmo, IL for additional fees

By the time she was three years old, Olivia Claggett was asking for a harp teacher. At six years old, she began taking piano lessons with Jean Wonders, and at eight she began Suzuki harp lessons with professional harpist, instructor, and adjudicator Candyce Dunham. She never looked back after her first lesson in October 2007. During her many years as a student, Olivia continued to push herself musically by competing in numerous competitions winning the annual Buckeye Christian School Organization’s spring competition for five consecutive years.

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Sharon Valley Harp, LLC / Olivia provided exquisite, high-quality, and truly memorable musical accompaniment for our wedding ceremony. From the moment we first spoke with the owner, we were impressed by their professional, attentive, organized, personable, and responsive communication style. They went above and beyond by learning the specific song I (the bride) wanted to walk down the aisle to, making that moment deeply personal and unforgettable. Her beautiful harp music set a tone of elegance and love throughout the ceremony, creating the perfect atmosphere and enhancing every heartfelt moment. Additionally, Sharon Valley Sweets LLC - homemade cookies that we got were absolutely amazing - each bite brought back warm memories of grandma's baking, comforting, delicious, and made with love. They were a beautiful and delicious touch that everyone adored. I highly recommend Sharon Valley Harp, LLC if you're looking for exceptional musical talent and homemade treats that make you feel right at home on your special day.
Lauren S., 8 months ago
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Clife DJ Company 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Saint Elmo, IL for additional fees
  • Offer

At Clife DJ Company, we’re redefining what it means to throw an unforgettable party. As Iowa’s most reviewed, most referred, and trusted Wedding DJs, we bring a modern, cutting-edge approach to DJ entertainment that’s perfect for a wedding celebration. Based in Cedar Rapids, we proudly serve Iowa, Illinois, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, and destination events!

Awarded Best of Zola
DJ Clife was an amazing choice as our wedding DJ! From the music, stage setup, accessories (surprise smoke guns for us), and making sure the day runs smoothly, his team killed it. The app that he has his clients use helps couples plan out their day and is extremely easy to use. 100% recommend using Clife and team for your wedding!
Ross A., 10 months ago
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Brooklyn Rain Brides LLC 

5.0

  • Planner
  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $350
  • Serves Saint Elmo, IL for additional fees

Hi! I'm Brooklyn - the owner! I'm 23 years old & happily married to my best friend, Michael. Traveling is a huge part of our lives, WDW is our happy place, & our next adventure is never far away. When I'm not at a wedding, you can find me in the flower shop or doing some *light* retail therapy. I recently graduated from KSU with a B.S. in Hospitality & Event Management. I have had the opportunity to work with some amazing couples & vendors in several states. I even spent time in FL working closely with one of the world's leading entertainment companies bringing hundreds of fairytale weddings & events to life. Now, I'm making magic of my own!

Awarded Best of Zola
When you think of your wedding, all you can hope for is nothing will go wrong, and if it does, it will be small. When you hire Brooklyn from Brooklyn Rain brides, you can rest assured that your day will be utter perfection. throughout the wedding planning process, Brooklyn was always there for me to reach out to and ask questions and give her professional suggestions. She is beyond wise for her years and knows everything a bride could ask in hand already. Even with me being in the industry Brooklyn would ask me questions leading up to the big day I didn't even know I had, she made sure I knew when and how to get my marriage license and took care of sending it back to the clerk for us. She handled getting the rings to the correct bridal party members and made sure to grab our vow books before the ceremony so we didn't have to remember them. My guests came to me after the ceremony and said it was the best ceremony they had ever seen and I couldnt agree more it had so much emotion, romance and pure magic sprinkled in and brooklyn was incredibly calm collected and well spoken capturing my husband and Is love story perfectly. I cannot recommend her services enough, not only can she officiate the most romantic ceremony ever She is also an incredible wedding coordinator and will make sure your wedding runs smoothly allowing you to have a stress free wedding day! I literally didn't have to handle a single thing on my wedding day because she was there to handle it all. She made all the difference plus she continued to come and check in in me to see how I was doing throughout the getting ready process and has the calmest nature helping me to feel ready before I walked down the aisle. not only did she handle coordination and officiating the wedding she sprinkled in some extra magic by taking some gorgeous photos throughout the day and sent them to me the morning after the wedding so I would have a little something until my professional photos arrived! I am so utterly grateful to Brooklyn for making the best day of my life utterly perfect. She may be based in Ohio, however, my wedding was in Michigan-she has traveled all over the United States to work weddings and is so worth it, so feel free to inquire about out of state travel. Anyone who is engaged, I can't say it enough, you need a Brooklyn to help guide you in your wedding planning!
Rachel B., 10 months ago
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Dahlia Orchid Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Saint Elmo, IL for additional fees

When I was a kid all I wanted to be was a photographer (or a vet) and in 2019 o my husband gave me that opportunity. I left my corporate job to pursue my passion. I started a pet sitting business AND a photography business at the same time and I think it's safe to say that right now I am living the dream. I have three beautiful cats and a wonderful husband who supports me in whatever I do.

Awarded Best of Zola
Aurora flew all the way from Nashville to Boston to photograph my wedding. She made sure to capture everything I asked for and paid attention to what I had wanted. The best part was receiving back the photos and gettin to relive the day all over again. Aurora really captured the emotion of the day and I am forever grateful to her.
Salma, 3 months ago
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The Yellow Rose Weddings & TYR Collection 

4.9

  • Planner
  • Offers 7 services
  • Starts at $100
  • Serves Saint Elmo, IL for additional fees
  • Offer

The Yellow Rose Weddings is a boutique wedding and event planning company established & fueled by a fervent devotion to crafting narratives through tailor-made experiences. Beyond mere logistics, we embody the essence of creative alchemy, Drawing inspiration from the innate grace of natural textures, the soul-stirring allure of organic aesthetics, and the gentle murmurs of untamed landscapes.

Awarded Best of Zola
Isabel and TYR were simply the best! We may have been communicating on email, pinterest boards, instagram reels, and text - all at once! And yet somehow it was always cohesive, nothing was ever missed! Isabel has a sound aesthetic for South Asian Weddings, and she understood our unique needs for the pre-wedding Mehendi and Haldi events, and the rituals and traditions for our big day! Communicating with all the vendors, the suggestions for apps, and making our design vision come alive! TYR was part of the family by the end of our wedding week, even our dog would agree!!
Prarthana&Imran, 6 months ago
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Hairstyles by Grissel 

5.0

  • Beauty professional
  • Starts at $150
  • Serves Saint Elmo, IL for additional fees

On-site hair and makeup services. I have been in the industry for almost 12 years . I specialize on bridal , braids and blow outs. I am a licensed stylist. We love to be able to make your day as special and easy as it should be. We come to you to bring our services weather at a venue , home or hotel . We bring our tools and bring the salon to you. Let us help you embrace your beauty on your special event.

Was an absolute gem to work with! Love how my hair turned out for my wedding. I even go to work with her again as a bridesmaid at a friends wedding and it was so fun to try a different hair style with her! She did a style on my both with long hair and short hair and both were amazing!!
Ashley, a year ago
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Laura McMullin Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Saint Elmo, IL for additional fees
  • Offer

Living my best life in suburban Maryland. I love art and being creative, so photography just seemed like the next step after being an actor for 15 years. Storytelling is a HUGE part of my life- whether it’s sitting around the dinner table recounting funny memories or looking at old photographs of my own family. Some of the best stories in the world were told without words. I am a D&D, gaming, and SQL nerd, I have a newfound love of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, and I am a proud plant mom. Never been married before? I'm here to hold your hand.

Awarded Best of Zola
Laura was absolutely amazing to work with. We got in touch with her a little less than a month before our wedding and didn't meet her until the day of (because we live out of state). None of that was a problem though, because she knows what she is doing and coordinates and communicates everything very well. She truly is an excellent photographer who is flexible and wants to do what she can to help make your day go as smoothly as possible. Plus, she is so nice, and makes you feel comfortable and relaxed. You can definitely expect your photos within the timeframe she provides. 7 months later, we still get compliments on her photos.
Melissa and D., 5 years ago
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Golden Hour Images 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Saint Elmo, IL for additional fees

Since 2013, I’ve been capturing love stories in a way that’s timeless, authentic, and uniquely yours. Whether it’s a quiet elopement or a big celebration, my approach blends classic elegance with photojournalistic storytelling. More than photography, it's about building trust and celebrating love in all its beautiful forms—honoring every culture, story, and connection.

Awarded Best of Zola
On the day of the wedding and through the prep leading up to the big day, her fun and friendly personality shone through. She was organized, calm, and seamlessly blended into the background while still guiding us through various moments. The quality of her work is truly outstanding; every photo is beautifully composed and tells a story. She has an incredible eye for detail, capturing not just the big moments but also the little, candid interactions that made our day unique. We are absolutely thrilled with the final images and grateful for the memories she helped preserve. If you're looking for a photographer who is not only skilled but genuinely cares about her clients, Sam at Golden Hour Images is the perfect choice.
Alana D., 8 months ago
Love by Justina 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Saint Elmo, IL for additional fees

MA & CA Your wedding isn’t just a sequence of events—it’s a mix of energy, quiet pauses, and the moments in between that hold the most meaning. You want a photographer who sees the unscripted, the unfiltered, and the unexpected—the things that make your day yours. I work with couples who value nostalgia, emotion, and a little edge in their wedding story. The ones who want their photos to feel like them—unposed, unforced, and unrepeatable. Whether it’s the weight of a glance, the rush of the dance floor, or the way your hands find each other in the middle of it all, every image is a keepsake of your story—without trends, AI edits, or formulas

Awarded Best of Zola
Having worked with Justina before, we were always impressed by her cool, calm, and thorough communication style. Her unique and creative approach to photography perfectly captured the theme and feel of our wedding. Justina was running around during the reception, elusively getting the best candid and detail shots. Her attention to detail was amazing from making sure we got every family photo we had discussed to capturing every special moment at the reception. We were grateful for the time she took to walk through all the details and timeline with us leading up to the big day - it really helped everything run smoothly. Justina's great spirit and ability to make us feel at ease throughout the process resulted in photos that we'll cherish forever. We highly recommend Justina to any couple looking for a talented and professional wedding photographer for not only your wedding, but engagement photos as well!
Ryan & E., 7 months ago
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Emilee E. Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves Saint Elmo, IL for additional fees

Hey there! My name is Emilee, and I am a Minnesota-native living in NYC! I've been photographing people and events for the past 15 years. I shoot families, couples, individuals, and pets, but my passion lies in wedding photography. I love capturing the whirlwind of a couples' big day, and seeing the love that is shared between them and all their wedding guests. It's magical and wonderful every. single. time. My current active markets are Minnesota and New York, but I'm available to travel anywhere in the US and the world for additional fees!

Awarded Best of Zola
What a dream Emilee was to work with, from start to finish. OUR CEREMONY PARTY: we decided on a private, courthouse elopement on a Wednesday, a 60 person reception party on a Friday. In both, our biggest priority was having a photographer capture the intimate, joyful small details. We went with Emilee because of her eye for the beauty in the small things. She captured both our days perfectly. DOCUMENTARY STYLE: Emilee was perfect behind the scenes, capturing beautiful moments of our friends and family, small details of the courthouse with just us. I look back at some of these photos and ask "how did she even get that?!" She has such an eye. POSED: We had about 20 minutes dedicated to posed, family photos during our reception. Emilee had our families relaxed and laughing, quickly swapping members in and out. In some newlywed photos, we sought her advice for how to pose. She gave quick direction, made us feel confident, and always found the perfect light. COMMUNICATION SPEED: Delivered on every promise, quick replies. Emilee was 15 minutes early to both locations, we never had to worry. PERSONALLY: We met with Emilee about 4 months before our big days. We had coffee, talked about our vision and our biggest priorities. She immediately felt like a friend, and knew she was firmly on our team. If you're looking for a photographer to capture not only beautiful photos of yourself, but more importantly, the feeling in every room, Emilee is the photographer for you. We recommend wholeheartedly, and can't wait for another occasion to work with her. Sincerely, Mara James
Mara M., a year ago
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Mind Of Mo Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,595
  • Serves Saint Elmo, 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.

Awarded Best of Zola
Maurissa is outgoing and friendly! She was responsive in communication in the beginning. Maurissa made sure everything was lined up, provided a timeline for all the vendors, made sure we got every "must have" photo. Maurissa also helped make sure we enjoyed OUR day. I was very worried about the timeline and being behind on everything but she made sure to remind me that there is no timeline and this was our special day so anything we wanted she would make happen and the guests would be okay entertaining themselves until we were ready! We loved the photos Maurissa took of us, but there was a bit of delay in getting them all.
Jenny S., 4 months ago
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Danielle Williams Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Saint Elmo, IL for additional fees

I established my business in 2020 after getting married! I wanted to be able to create timeless, beautiful, and emotion filled memories for couples such as my husband and I had from our own special day. I have a huge love for photography and traveling so by combining both passions I am able to capture memories for couples all over the world!

Awarded Best of Zola
Danielle Williams Photography was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding day. From our first interaction, Danielle was easy to communicate with, prompt in her responses, and incredibly professional. Her personable approach, deep knowledge of wedding photography, and helpful guidance throughout the process made her an invaluable partner in capturing our special day. Danielle has a wonderful aura that kept the day and our photos completely stress-free. She made sure we stayed on schedule and got all the beautiful shots we wanted, going above and beyond to bring our vision to life. Danielle is truly incredible, and we cannot recommend her highly enough.
Tierra R., 7 months ago
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Tales of Woo 

5.0

  • Videographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $5,300
  • Serves Saint Elmo, IL for additional fees

Tales of Woo is an LA-based wedding videography company specializing in cinematic storytelling. Led by a team of expert videographers, we’re on a mission to create sacred souvenirs for one of life’s most momentous occasions: two kindred souls committing to a shared journey through eternity.

Awarded Best of Zola
attention to detail and the way you managed to encapsulate the emotions of the day have given us memories we’ll cherish forever. Your professionalism and creativity really shone through, and we couldn’t be happier with the final product. It’s clear that you put a lot of thought and care into your work, and we’re so grateful that we chose you to document such an important day in our lives. Thank you again for your outstanding work. Definitely recommending to anyone looking for a videographer in the future!
MoonSun, a year ago
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Okyne Medialab, Inc. 

4.6

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,950
  • Serves Saint Elmo, IL for additional fees

Okyne Medialab is a contemporary wedding DJ business based in Austin, Texas and Chicago, Illinois. This entertainment company strives to bring a fresh perspective to the DJ industry. While still taking the lead on the night, these DJs will remain true to your vision and expectations.

Our guests still to this day rave about our music and DJ! We were extremely happy with Okyne Medialab, which was a referral from our wedding planner. (I always knew that I wanted a DJ compared to a band just because of personal preference of the type of music we like.) Al hosted multiple calls us, was a phone call away with any questions, and then even attended our final walk through to determine speaker locations and overall plan. Leading up to our wedding at the Chicago History Museum, we felt confident that Okyne would execute our vision and they most certainly did. DJ Alan came dressed to impressed to our black tie wedding and was professional, yet such a fun DJ! All of our must haves were played ( any songs from our do not play list were not played haha) and played right on time. (Timing is everything!!) I highly recommend Okyne Media Lab!!
Addison F., 2 months ago
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Betrothed to Bones 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Saint Elmo, IL for additional fees

Local to Colorado & native to Indiana I'm a photographer dedicated to helping couples bring their wedding vision to life. I believe that your love story is anything but boring, and your photos should reflect that. With 8 years of experience, I’ve captured clients through fun prompts and welcoming energy. I’m not gonna lie I’m a strong believer in truly connecting with my client. Yes I send ‘<3’ in my emails. Yes I’d love to fan girl over your wedding deets with you! Mimosas? Coffee? I’m down

Sara was an absolute gem! Not only is her work absolutely stunning, she perfectly executed my vision for both engagement shoot and my wedding day. I will forever treasure the photos from Sara and I could not have asked for a better person to work with! She’s the sweetest & most talented photographer in the game.
Katelynd M., a year ago
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550Park Luxury Wedding Films 

5.0

  • Videographer
  • Documentary style
  • Serves Saint Elmo, IL for additional fees
  • Offer

Brent is considered one of the top wedding cinematographers based out of the Northeastern USA. He frequently travels the globe, documenting weddings for couples who deserve the best of the best. After growing up in Central Jersey, Brent chose to move down to Nashville for college and then shortly after graduation, officially founded 550Park out of New York City. He is a passionate tennis player, chef, and world adventurer.

Awarded Best of Zola
I feel like I could write for hours about our experience with Brent. From the moment I first spoke with Brent I knew I had found exactly what I was looking for. As much as I loved our wedding and it truly was the most amazing weekend of our lives, sometimes when so many things are going on you aren't able to be apart of everything. The way Brent made himself available for most of our weekend to video not just our ceremony and our reception but our rehearsal dinner, the property, testimonies from our friends and family and just overall capturing the whole vibe of our wedding. Moments. That is what we wanted for this weekend. Was for everyone to have a least one moment where they felt nothing but love. I am beyond happy Brent and Cam were there to capture our special weekend and for any of my friends getting married I will recommend them over and over again. Thank you so so much Brent!
Carlee R., 8 months ago
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Unveiled Weddings Media 

5.0

  • Videographer
  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $1,950
  • Serves Saint Elmo, IL for additional fees
  • Offer

Based in Denver, NC, and serving nationwide and beyond, Unveiled Weddings Media is a team of passionate storytellers dedicated to turning your wedding day into a cinematic masterpiece. We combine top-tier equipment with exceptional service to beautifully preserve every moment.

Awarded Best of Zola
They were absolutely amazing—so professional and on top of everything! My wedding day wouldn’t have been the same without them. Thanks to their incredible work, I now have a beautiful video I can cherish forever. I’m so grateful for the memories they captured so perfectly.
Jennifer P., a month ago
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Monarch Creative Events 

5.0

  • Planner
  • Offers 3 services
  • Starts at $2,900
  • Serves Saint Elmo, IL for additional fees

At Monarch Creative Events, we specialize in seamless wedding planning for couples who want a stunning, stress-free celebration. We know you’re busy, so we handle the details while you enjoy the experience. From vendor coordination to flawless execution, we ensure your day runs smoothly. Whether you're planning an intimate gathering or a grand event, our expertise turns your vision into reality. With a passion for organization and a focus on memorable guest experiences, we make wedding planning effortless. Let’s create something extraordinary together!

Awarded Best of Zola
I found Alexa on the Knot and booked her for Monarch’s full wedding planning package as my husband & I were planning a wedding outside of Chicago in an unconventional venue, 9 months away, and lived in another state. It was a big challenge but from the initial consultation, we loved Alexa’s energy, organization, commitment and just knew we could trust her with our once in a lifetime event. The planning process was extremely organized, thorough and well-paced. She matched my attention to detail, tackled unplanned challenges with ferocity (which included a limited selection of vendors given the location of our venue) and was as dedicated to bringing my very specific vision to life as I was. She brought great vendor recommendations and connections and did countless hours of research on new vendors. Details were well-documented and thoroughly discussed to ensure all parties were aligned. Even though our venue was farther outside Chicago (Indiana), she ran several venue walkthroughs in-person, attended vendor visits with me, and always accommodated my husband and I’s busy schedule. As Alexa started to step away for her maternity leave (which started right before our wedding date), she did an amazing job ensuring her team was fully prepared to handle last minute preparations and day-of responsibilities. The day-of team of 3 were awesome with completely handling all details A-Z so I didn’t have to worry about anything, even despite some last minute changes due to weather! Due to the complexity of our venue, its location, short timeline, and being from out-of-state, we are SO GLAD we booked Monarch for their full planning package and had the privilege of working with Alexa! It was sincerely our pleasure to have her bring our special day to life, she was a joy to work with and get to know. If I were getting married again, I’d book her services again no question! Thank you Alexa!!
Abby R., 7 months ago
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Yae's Eats & Catering LLC 

5.0

  • Caterer
  • Serves Saint Elmo, IL for additional fees
  • Offer

BEST of Georgia 2023 & 2024 Winner for Event Caterer, Yae's Eats & Catering LLC specializes in down home southern cooking. We have a wide variety of menu options and make just about any dish you desire. We have a passion for food and take pride in what we do. We offer full service catering, drop off catering, personal chef services etc.

Awarded Best of Zola
Wedding food sometimes gets a bad reputation, for good reason I suppose. But I can say definitively that Anyae and team cooked the best wedding meal I’ve ever had - I REALLY loved our dinner. Beyond that, out of all of our vendors, they were consistently one of the only ones we didn’t have to stress over. Anyae is consistently responsive (despite my many, many tedious questions), and her flexibility and caring nature truly went above and beyond even our best expectations. Anyae was not just a caterer - she became a confidant and a friend. We found Anyae when we had to fire our original caterer for basically ghosting us and being wishy-washy with poor communication regarding our reception venue’s simple requirements regarding open flame. Anyae stepped in and saved the day, despite a relatively quick turnaround (for weddings at least). We were so impressed with her team’s professionalism and DANG GOOD FOOD. We’d hire them again in a heartbeat and will recommend them to all of our friends. Absolutely phenomenal experience. Cannot say enough good things. Thank you, Anyae, for everything. You are amazing.
Lindsey, a year ago
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Brittany Qualls-Molleda Photography 

4.7

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,159
  • Serves Saint Elmo, IL for additional fees
  • Offer

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.

Where to even begin with Brittany! First of all she is an amazing person through and through! On our wedding day 2/22/25 she was early and got right to work. She helped us out in ways we couldn't even imagine. She gave us pointers on our nephews fiasco of a suit, ensured it would work out and made it not a big deal. The entire process with Brittany was flawless, she guided us and somehow found our esthetic with the little knowledge we gave her! Her skills are unmatched and we will be considering her for any photos we need in the future! We are excited to see the photos, Brittany showed us some raw pictures on her camera and we were immediately hooked on what she was getting, just ask my now wife Alaina who has said at minimum 5 times a day, "ugh I can't wait to see the photos" "oh I know theses are going to be great" Thanks for everything Brittany! Update we received sneak peeks and are in absolute shock and awe. Brittany had a true talent for this all!
Courtney & A., 4 months ago
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MoonTide Media 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Saint Elmo, IL for additional fees

Photography truly has a full grip on my soul– I love EVERYTHING about capturing special moments to be forever held in time! I consider my style to be way more candid, as I truly adore capturing an authentic experience that is almost tangible to the person viewing the photo. I want the viewer to feel the emotion and as if they were there with us right back in that moment. I love realness of a perfect candid shot…my goal—especially with couples—is to get to the heart of their connection and connect with my couples, as well, to truly make them feel comfortable in front of the lens so that we can get to those authentic magic shots!

Awarded Best of Zola
We had the best experience with Shannon on our wedding day! She was very communicative before hand and the day of was ran very smoothly. She made us all feel very comfortable and stress free. She provided us an awesome sneak peek shortly after our wedding and the online gallery within the promised time frame. Her work is beautiful and exactly what we could have hoped for! Her services are also very affordable and customizable to what you desire or can afford. I would highly recommend!!
Typhani, 7 months ago
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Right Price Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Saint Elmo, IL for additional fees
  • Offer

We travel Nationally for Weddings and events ❤️ I've been doing photography for 7+ years and branched out into Weddings 5 years ago. We LOVE love! 💕 We are almost ALWAYS running specials & sales!! Last year we also branched out into videography ❣️❣️ We would LOVE to help Capture the BEAUTIFUL MOMENTS on your Special Day 💕 We offer: Portrait photography, Boudoir, Weddings/Events, Engagement sessions, Family Sessions, Cake Smash Sessions, Speciality Sessions, & More ❣️

Awarded Best of Zola
my photography group was outstanding!! sherri and her group were open to my creativity and loved the poses I wanted to randomly throw in!! there are 2 girls and 2 guys so nothing was missed on my special day!! the positivity that came from them all was amazing talk about a hype team!! also I booked her very early so she dealt with me for a year and a half and was very attentive to all my changes wants and needs!! she also worked with me on payments. also my husband and I are both plus size people and they made sure all of our good angles were in the shot!! I was only able to upload 6 photos and that was just not enough to show how amazing these pictures are!! I can't wait to get my videos back!! oh yeah they also do those to!!!
Crislan, 8 months ago
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Wedding by DBC Eventz 

5.0

  • Planner
  • Offers 6 services
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Saint Elmo, IL for additional fees

We envision a world where every couple embarks on a magical and stress-free wedding journey, meticulously guided by a team of caring and experienced experts. Our goal is to ensure that each moment is filled with joy and enchantment, creating unforgettable memories for a lifetime. 💞💍

Working with Donna has really been wonderful. She is the best person that I have ever worked with. It was truly a blessing. Thank you Donna for a job well done.
Gale B., a year ago
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Vallosio Photo + Film 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,100
  • Serves Saint Elmo, IL for additional fees

We are Jonathan + Ashley Vallosio, photographers + videographers in Indianapolis, IN, + the ones behind Vallosio Photo + Film. We document intimate weddings, adventure elopements, + lifestyle portraits through photos + videos. We serve couples + families in Indianapolis, central Indiana, + nationwide because we love to travel. We specialize in outdoor sessions that capture authentic, joyful, adventurous moments that are perfectly you. From quaint Midwest weddings to an elopement in the PNW or a couples session at your favorite state park, we will walk with you every step of the way to serve you well + create an experience you won't forget.

Awarded Best of Zola
We booked with Ashley Johnathan to capture our wedding day and I just want to say we are so happy with the results of our pictures! They make you feel so comfortable and confident in a very stressful and new experience and I am so appreciative. They were so on point with timeline and prompts and listening to our wants and needs. Book with them for a fantastic, organized and fun experience on your big day!
Michaiah, 4 months ago
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Luna + Lion Photo Co 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $6,000
  • Serves Saint Elmo, IL for additional fees

Romantic. Real. Nostalgic. A true narration of your wedding memories, immortalizing the most important part of your love story. Storytelling photography and home move style wedding videos on digital and film.

Awarded Best of Zola
I've had the pleasure of working with Luna Lion Photo Co. and I can't recommend them highly enough. Their communication throughout the process is quick, easy, and always kind, making them a joy to collaborate with. The quality of their work is exceptional, with a keen eye for capturing all the beautiful details and candid moments that make each wedding unique. Couples who book Luna Lion can expect stunning, thoughtful photography that perfectly preserves the joy and magic of their big day.
Meghan, Twisted B., 10 months ago

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