Kaitlyn Johnston Photography

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Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Prices start at $4,000

Elopement pricing

Prices start at $2,000

Packages

Prices start at $2,000

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About Kaitlyn Johnston Photography

Kaitlyn Johnston Photography

Owner + Photographer

I was that kid enchanted by Disney Princess movies and the idea of "true love". My true love revealed itself through photography. At 8, I grabbed my dad's camera and was hooked, thrilled to show people my world. I started with zoo animals, friends, and siblings, eager to freeze moments in time. As I grew, I learned from local photographers and knew by 17 that photography was my calling. Since then, I’ve captured love in all its forms: couples, new parents, best friends, and the joy of seeing your favorite band live. The world is full of magical firsts, and I'm honored to capture these moments forever.

Photography is my essence. Everywhere I go, I see beauty worth capturing, even when others don't. I pride myself on finding stunning scenes and bringing out your unique beauty in every scenario. Whether it's a bustling cityscape or a quiet countryside, I have an eye for details that others might miss. My passion for photography drives me to capture moments that tell a story, revealing the extraordinary in the ordinary. With years of experience, I've honed my skills to not just take pictures, but to create art that resonates and endures. Let me turn your moments into lasting memories.

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Services

Services

  • Bride-only session
  • Engagement session
  • Extra hours
  • Image editing
  • Online proofing
  • Printing rights
  • Same-day edits
  • Second photographer

Photo formats

  • Digital

Deliverables

  • Digital files
  • Digital rights
  • Online gallery
  • Photo box
  • Printed enlargements
  • Same/next-day sneak-peek images
  • Wedding album

Kaitlyn Johnston Photography packages

Periwinkle Collection

10 hours

Peak pricing $5,850

Off-peak pricing $5,850

Description

Up to 10hrs of wedding day coverage with 2 photographers with timeline & shot list planning assistance

What’s included
  • Up to 10hrs of continuous coverage
  • 2 photographers on the wedding day
  • sneak peek within 24hrs
  • high res images
  • gallery delivery via online gallery within 6-8 wks
  • personalized online store
  • printing rights built into all images
  • complimentary engagement session
  • 25% off discount code for your first print order

Orchid Collection

10 hours

Peak pricing $5,000

Off-peak pricing $5,000

Description

Up to 10hrs of wedding day coverage with 1 photographer, timeline & shot list planning assistance

What’s included
  • Up to 10hrs of continuous coverage
  • Single photographer
  • Sneak peek within 24hrs
  • high res images
  • gallery delivery via online gallery within 6-8 wks
  • personalized online print store
  • printing rights built into all images
  • complimentary engagement session
  • 25% off discount code for your first print order

Lavender Collection

8 hours

Peak pricing $4,850

Off-peak pricing $4,850

Description

Up to 8hrs of wedding day coverage with 2 photographers with timeline & shot list planning assistance

What’s included
  • Up to 8hrs of continuous wedding day coverage
  • 2 Photographers
  • Sneak peek within 24hrs
  • high res images
  • gallery delivery via online gallery within 6-8 wks
  • personalized online print store
  • printing rights built into all images
  • 25% off code for your first print order
  • Complimentary Engagement Session

Tulip Collection

8 hours

Peak pricing $4,000

Off-peak pricing $4,000

Description

Up to 8hrs of wedding day coverage with 1 photographer, timeline & shot list planning assistance

What’s included
  • Up to 8hrs of continuous wedding day coverage
  • Single photographer
  • Sneak peek within 24hrs
  • high res images
  • gallery delivery via online gallery within 6-8 wks
  • personalized online print store
  • printing rights built into all images
  • 25% off code for your first print order
  • Complimentary Engagement Session

Reviews

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Rating: 5.0

5.0 out of 5

36 reviews

  • CH

    Clare H.

    Rating: 5
    •Zola
    •Nov 6

    We loved Kaitlyn!

    Kaitlyn was the perfect photographer for our wedding! We had a very small wedding, just our families in our living room. It was intimate and I imagine not easy for a photographer to get good shots in a small space where there aren’t many people to blend into! But Kaitlyn did a wonderful job. She was very easy to get in touch with, was thoughtful about her approach, and most importantly, gave us some beautiful photos to cherish! I’m so glad we worked with her.

  • KS

    Kyren S.

    Rating: 5
    •Zola
    •Oct 19, 2026

    Beautiful Wedding Portraits

    We couldn't be happier with Kaitlyn! We wanted a photographer who could take amazing portraits but also do fun and nontraditional shots, and she absolutely killed it! We love how our photos turned out and how she captured so many genuine moments throughout the day. She was so easy to work with, and we can’t recommend her enough!

  • KC

    Katie C.

    Rating: 5
    •Zola
    •Oct 6, 2026

    So grateful !

    We're so grateful to have gotten to work with Kaitlyn for our wedding! Her prices were so affordable compared to the market in Chicago, and we were so impressed with her photography style shown in her portfolio and instagram. Her communication was so clear and responsive, which was such a relief especially considering we were planning this wedding from out of state. At our engagement shoot and at our wedding, Kaitlyn was such a joy to work with! We never felt posed or artificial, and we ended up with so many amazing photos while never feeling like we were pulled away from our wedding experience to take them. Before working with Kaitlyn, we both thought we weren't photogenic, but I've never felt more beautiful than I felt in these photos. On top of her photography skills, Kaitlyn is so fun to talk to during the shoot, and she also went above and beyond during our wedding day. My dress ended up being a bit too long and Kaitlyn immediately offered to get pins from her car and helped me pin up my dress 3 separate times so I could do my first dance without tripping over myself. We're so grateful to have worked with her at our wedding and would recommend her to anyone.

  • MW

    Margaret W.

    Rating: 5
    •Zola
    •Sep 28, 2026

    Best Day EVER!!!!!

    There are not enough words I can use to praise Kaitlyn and her husband Jake for all of their hard work for our wedding. We just have our sneak peaks now and we are completely blown away with how gorgeous every single picture is. Kaitlyn's communication and customer service is TOP NOTCH! She really listened to us and made sure to capture all of the shots that we wanted from planned portraits to candids. She really knows her stuff and was just the best to work with the whole time from engagement photos to our wedding day. We will be lifetime customers for any pictures we need in the future. If you're a bride reading this, I can guarantee that picking Kaitlyn to capture your big day is a decision you will not regret. Kaitlyn and Jake, from the bottom of me and Liam's hearts, thank you so much for being a part of our special day. You rock!!!!!

  • AR

    Aleks R.

    Rating: 5
    •Zola
    •Aug 5, 2026

    Best Photographers Out There!

    Kaitlyn and her husband are just absolutely amazing. My husband and I are not the most used to being photographed, and they completely take the awkwardness out of it. In the moments where it was harder for us to be “candid”, they helped us by giving us prompt type things to follow and it helped so much! Kaitlyn and Jake are both so kind, down to earth, and talented, and were so helpful outside of photography needs throughout the day as well! Jake helped my husband and his groomsmen figure out how to work their cufflinks, and she helped myself, my mother, and my maid of honor button my dress. Kaitlyn did our engagement photos as well, and we already have another appointment booked! We’ll work with her forever if we can.

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I’m located in Chicago in the Logan Square area but I’ll travel anywhere you would like to go!
Yes! As a member of the community myself, I’m always so excited to work with LGBTQ+ couples & make sure all of my contracts + forms are completely gender-free & ask for your pronouns so that everybody can be comfortable + referred to properly during their session!
Yes, I do! More than happy to send over proof of insurance for anyone who needs it!
I do! Just let me know if your venue requires a certificate of liability, and I’ll send that over to them.
I’m sure we’ve all heard horror stories about photographers losing irreplaceable images due to equipment failures, I do everything in my power to make sure this never happens! Every camera I use during a session saves all images taken onto two different memory cards at once & I import them the second I get home! After importing, I keep one set on my laptop, one set on my external hard drive, & one set in cloud storage so that if anything were to happen, I still have a backup I can access. I also will never use a memory card for another session until your photos have been fully edited & delivered.
Yes, I offer packages both with and without them! My husband Jake is my second most of the time! In the case that he is not available for your wedding day, I do have a handful of other photographers I work with regularly and I’ll be able to let you know about 1 week out who your second is going to be so you at least know names!
Being in front of a camera is scary at first for everybody. I’m personally SO awkward in photos and can understand your struggle. Because of that, I keep all of my sessions fun and full of movement to get rid of some of those awkward feelings! I’ll never tell you exactly how to stand, physically change the way you’re doing anything, etc. instead I use posing prompts and ques to have your genuine emotions and personality show through the photos!
This varies from event to event but on average you’ll receive 50-100 fully edited images per hour of coverage!
Yes! I love when I get to supply prints! You get a personalized print store with your gallery + all prints get delivered by yours truly!
We can’t control the weather so I prefer to just embrace if for your big day! Wind, rain, clouds, or snow all have the potential to add personality to your photos! *within reason If it’s unsafe for you, me, or my gear, we’ll either 1. Find some cute umbrellas or 2. Find a cozy indoor spot somewhere!
Yes, please! I keep snacks and water on me to keep me going since I’ll be on my feet all day but while you + your partner are eating, my second + I will too so we don’t miss a beat! We ask that you coordinate that with your caterer as well.
You’ll be sent a preview of your photos within 24hrs of your wedding + then you’ll receive the full online gallery with digital download + printing rights 6-8 weeks after your wedding day!
No, I prefer focusing on photography only, so you can get the best wedding pictures possible. I can absolutely send you recommendations for videographers I love tho!

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