The Best Classic Wedding Photographers in Waukegan, IL

The Best Classic Wedding Photographers in Waukegan, IL

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235 Wedding Photographers in Waukegan, IL

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Well Told Weddings 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,499
  • Serves Waukegan, IL
  • Offer

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

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We booked Well Told Weddings for our photographer and I would book them again! Sal was our photographer, he did a wonderful job, was so much fun and the photos turned out fantastic. He was on time and made sure to check if we had any other photos we wanted to capture before the end of the night. We booked with Steve, who was great to work with and the communication was spot on. I’ll let the photos speak for themselves!
Kassidy R., 5 months ago
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Red Head Creative Studio 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,499
  • Serves Waukegan, IL
  • Offer

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.

Red Head Creative Studio was an amazing wedding photographer for our special day. From the start, their communication was incredible - they were very flexible, responsive, and made us feel at ease throughout the entire process. The quality of their work and value was outstanding, with beautiful photos that captured all the special moments. They were incredibly organized and reliable, helping with the timeline, directing and suggesting poses, even helping with my hair and bustling my dress. I felt so comfortable and taken care of on my wedding day, and they made sure to get amazing photos of everyone. I highly recommend Red Head Creative Studio for any couple looking for a talented, professional, and personable wedding photographer.
Victoria, a year ago
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Flash Media Groups 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,495
  • Serves Waukegan, 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., 2 months ago
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Carey Primeau Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,250
  • Serves Waukegan, 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.

As the Mother of the Groom, I cannot say enough wonderful things about our wedding photographer Carey Primeau! From the very first moment, Carey was warm, professional, calm, and incredibly attentive - not just to the bride and groom, but to everyone in the family. On such an emotional and fast-moving day, Carey had an amazing ability to capture the most meaningful moments naturally and beautifully, without ever feeling intrusive. What impressed me most was his eye for detail and emotion. Carey captured the love, joy, laughter, and even the quiet, tender moments that mean so much to a mother watching her son begin this new chapter. The photographs are absolutely stunning—timeless, elegant, and full of life. Every image tells a story, and together they perfectly reflect the spirit of the day. Beyond Carey's INCREDIBLE talent, his kindness and patience stood out! Family photos were handled smoothly and efficiently, as he made everyone feel comfortable and at ease. I am beyond grateful for the memories Carey preserved for our family. These photos will be cherished for generations! If you are looking for a photographer who is Exceptionally Skilled, genuinely caring, and truly invested in capturing your wedding day perfectly, look no further. Hiring Carey Primeau was one of the very best decisions we made.
P. M., 2 months ago
DeAnda Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,895
  • Serves Waukegan, 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., 5 years ago
Sandra Ortiz Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Serves Waukegan, 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., 6 months ago
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Developing Diamonds Photography LLC 

4.9

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Waukegan, 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 amazing to work with! He is SO quick to respond to messages and is also super fast with taking/editing photos. Both our engagement shoot and wedding photos were stunning and we got tons of compliments from family and friends during the wedding about his professionalism. He rolls with the punches and has an eye for spotting unique photo locations/poses. We can’t stop gushing over these amazing photos we will cherish forever. We can’t thank you enough Elliot!
Kathy K., 7 months ago
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IG PHOTO VIDEO INC. 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,990
  • Serves Waukegan, IL
  • Offer

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

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We hired IG PHOTO VIDEO for our Chicago wedding and it was one of the best decisions we made. From the start, the team was incredibly professional, organized, and detail-oriented. They helped us with the timeline, gave great advice during planning, and on the wedding day they constantly kept an eye on the schedule — honestly acting like a coordinator in the best way possible. They guided us through poses so everything felt natural and never forced. The team noticed every detail and made sure nothing was missed. The photos are amazing — emotional, elegant, and beautifully edited. The video is incredible, capturing every important moment and even moments we didn’t realize were happening. This is truly the best photo and video team in Illinois. We couldn’t recommend IG PHOTO VIDEO more.
Emily & D., 2 months ago
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Timeless Imagery & Media 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Serves Waukegan, IL

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.

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Timeless Imagery & Media were fantastic wedding photographers for our special day. From the very beginning, they were extremely responsive and enthusiastic, answering all of our questions quickly and with kindness. Their communication style put us at ease and made the planning process seamless. On the day of our wedding, they provided valuable guidance on the timeline to ensure we maximized our time with them, helping us anticipate how long various moments would take. Most importantly, their work is truly exquisite - they captured all the important moments beautifully with a top-notch professional touch. We are thrilled with the stunning photos that will allow us to relive our wedding day for years to come. We highly recommend Timeless Imagery & Media to any couple looking for exceptionaly wedding photography.
Faith, 3 months ago
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Eternal Vistas 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves Waukegan, IL
  • Offer

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 !

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From our first meeting in New York, Bhanu and the Eternal Vistas team were nothing short of incredible. Our wedding photos are STUNNING, every shot feels like a piece of art. Bhanu has a way of capturing the most fleeting, emotional moments without being intrusive. If you want photos that make you relive your day over and over, book them now!
Emily T., a year ago
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Sheena Anne photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Waukegan, IL
  • Offer

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.

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Sheena is the best photographer! She is so organized and great at getting all your family together for photos, setting up cute poses etc and her photos are incredible! She is local to Lockport and knows all the venues nearby so well and knew all the best spots for photos at our venue, Public Landing! All my family said she was the best wedding photographer they have ever seen! She goes above and beyond offering to help with little things like making your wedding timeline for you and giving you great advice throughout the wedding planning process. So much little things she doesn't have to do for you but she does. Highly highly recommend her to anyone she's so talented and a great person!
Julia V., 2 years ago
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Charlie's Angels Photography, LLC 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Waukegan, IL
  • Offer

Charlie's Angels Photography is 100% committed to making your dream wedding come alive. My name is Charlie, a proud US Veteran, and I am a traveling wedding photographer with a vision. I consider it my mission to listen to what elements are important to you and ensure they are captured with flawless style and beauty. I strive to create images that capture the essence of who you are as a couple and the unique love you share.

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Charlie's Angels Photography, LLC was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding. They were very communicative throughout the entire process, making sure we felt informed and at ease every step of the way. The photos they captured of our special day turned out amazing - they have an incredible eye for detail and really helped us to relive all the special moments. Charlie and his wife were a must-have on our wedding day, not only taking gorgeous photos but also helping us and our guests feel comfortable and looking our best. We couldn't be happier with the service they provided and highly recommend them to any couple planning their wedding.
Taylor S., a year ago
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Anna Mustyats 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves Waukegan, IL

My name is Anna Mustyats, and I am a wedding photographer with 12 years of experience. Based in Chicago and available for weddings across the USA, I specialize in creating timeless images that beautifully capture the essence of each couple's special day.

I want to start out by saying I was very nervous to book a photoshoot as I feel it can be awkward when you don’t know how to pose or look but Anna came with a vision! Inspiration photos and poses and showed them to me so I can get the idea and put my worries to ease. I had just lost some weight and had gone through a bad breakup and Anna helped me get my confidence back! I felt like I was part of a vogue photoshoot. A luxurious photo quality for sure! Anna has a unique, modern, and classy taste. I will be booking her for all of my future photo needs!
Diana K., a year ago
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Ashley Cynthia Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Waukegan, 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., 9 months ago
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Abigail Saalfrank Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Waukegan, 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!

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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., a year ago
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Brittany Qualls-Molleda Photography 

4.8

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,159
  • Serves Waukegan, IL
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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.

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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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Elle & Co Photography 

5.0

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

I am a luxury 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.

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Dani shot our engagement session in Indiana (where we live) and our elopement in Colorado. We vetted SO.MANY photographers and the long search ended up with Elle & Co Photography and we are elated with our choice! Dani's professionalism is top-notch and she's also so fun to be around. She has a talent with her profession but her passion puts her over the edge. Dani's knowledge for locations helped us nail down the perfect elopement spot. She also nailed down our vision for our engagement session location; she is well versed in locations all around and we were thankful for all the help in planning that. The day of our elopement had unpredictable weather and I didn't want to get wet and be rained on. Dani was able to execute a plan for us to elope later in the day without any stress or hassle. She had new timeline and plans over to us immediately so we could have the perfect outside elopement and the day turned out amazing! Jed (her PHENOMENAL second hand man) brought & put up a pop up changing tent for us so I didn't have to hike in my dress the whole time. Our elopement was everything we wanted and more thanks to Dani & Jed & Elle & Co Photographer. Thank you forever!
Isabelle, a year ago
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Forever Faithful Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,400
  • Serves Waukegan, 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.

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Forever Faithful Photography was the perfect choice for our wedding photography. The owner, Sarah, had great communication with us throughout the planning process and knew exactly what she needed to capture all the special moments of our big day. The quality of their work is amazing - the photos are clear, vibrant, and beautifully composed. They took wonderful family portraits as well as intimate shots of us exchanging vows and cutting the cake. We are thrilled with the final product and would highly recommend Forever Faithful Photography to any couple looking for an experienced, talented, and professional wedding photographer.
Andriana A., a year ago
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Mayah Lee Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $7,800
  • Serves Waukegan, 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!

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Mayah Lee Photography was an absolute dream to work with for our wedding day. Our serendipitous meeting on an instagram contest kicked off an incredible professional relationship right from our engagement photoshoot.Mayah is warm, friendly, and professional. On our wedding day, she took the lead to ensure we captured all the key moments without the day feeling like just a photoshoot. Mayah's hard work, dreamy and moody editing style, and attention to detail resulted in photos that are simply perfect. We worked with her for three unique sessions, and she brought our vision to life in a way that exceeded our expectations. We cannot recommend Mayah Lee Photography enough - she was an integral part of making our special day so memorable.
Stephanie G., 2 years ago
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Kaitlyn Carter Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,250
  • Serves Waukegan, IL

I am a travel photographer based out of Louisville, Kentucky. I have always been the friend with the camera admiring those around me. I am truly captivated by people simply being people, always finding beauty in human connections and the REAL. My goal is to be a calming presence, help the day run smooth, and ensure everyone in front of the camera feels COMFORTABLE. I lean toward documentary style photography emphasizing what makes your love unique.

Awarded Best of Zola
Kaitlyn was so great to work with and made us feel so comfortable. Her easy-going personality helped keep my stress level down throughout the day and she made sure to capture all of the moments we wanted. I am OBSESSED with our photos! She also does a great job at understanding your vision and how you want your photos to turn out, and makes sure to check in multiple times throughout the wedding planning process. Kaitlyn does great work and I highly recommend!
Alexa P., a year ago
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Jared Countryman Productions 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,700
  • Serves Waukegan, IL
  • Offer

“I’m Jared, a Texas and Las Vegas wedding photographer/videographer who loves documenting weddings that feel real, fun, emotional, and full of personality. I blend candid storytelling with clean, timeless editing so your photos and films look as good in 30 years as they do today.”

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From the moment we first spoke with Jared, we knew his communication style would be a perfect fit for our wedding day. He was efficient, convenient, and thoroughly responsive to all of our questions and requests. The final photos and video Jared delivered were nothing short of stunning - unique, beautiful, and truly breathtaking. He captured so many meaningful moments that we'll cherish forever. Jared arrived early on our wedding day and worked seamlessly with our bridal party, who raved about how much they loved working with him. Our engagement photo shoots with Jared were also so much fun, and he gave us great direction when we needed it. Compared to other photographers we considered, Jared's services were very reasonably priced, yet his work was absolutely professional and high-quality. We definitely recommend Jared Countryman Productions to any couple looking for a talented, attentive, and truly gifted wedding photographer and videographer.
Kristen K., 4 months ago