Kaitlyn Johnston Photography

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Prices start at $3,500

Elopement pricing

Prices start at $1,900

Packages

Prices start at $1,800

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
  • 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 $4,800

Off-peak pricing $4,800

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 1hr engagement session
  • 25% off discount code for your first print order

Orchid Collection

10 hours

Peak pricing $4,300

Off-peak pricing $4,300

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 1hr engagement session
  • 25% off discount code for your first print order

Lavender Collection

8 hours

Peak pricing $3,800

Off-peak pricing $3,800

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

Tulip Collection

8 hours

Peak pricing $3,300

Off-peak pricing $3,300

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

Reviews

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5.0 out of 5

11 reviews

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  • Best photos ever!

    •Verified review
    •Samantha K.•Jun 20

    If I could give more stars… I would. Kaitlyn was truly a dream to work with! Her and her second shooter (Jake) truly felt more like friends than photographers for the day. They fit right into the day and it made our day so much more fun. I will give warning, you will have to be ready to be obsessed with your photos, and look at them about 50 times a day. Definitely not speaking from experience, AND I only have the sneak peak photos (writing this only two weeks after our wedding day). Kaitlyn is a professional but she makes your time with her fun and effortless. She great at communicating with you about what you want from your day, and how she can provide you with the best photos. I am so sad our day is over and I won’t get to see her and work with her any time soon, but trust me, I will be finding more excuses to work with her again. BOOK WITH KAITLYN JOHNSTON PHOTOGRAPHY!!!

  • A joy to work with and photos with heart

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    •Leontyne W.•Dec 12, 2024

    I would highly recommend working with Kaitlyn for your weddings and events!! 10/10, across the board. Her photo packages are also worth more than the current prices considering the quality of her work and her professionalism. The pictures turned out beautifully and I'm so glad she was able to capture so many candid shots. On the day of the wedding, Kaitlyn was friendly and made us feel comfortable during photos which was amazing during such a busy day. When I was researching Chicago photographers within our budget, Kaitlyn's prices were roughly in the middle of others we were looking at, but I could tell that Kaitlyn's portfolio was the best. Whimsy and heart with a good variety of photo type, framing, play with lighting, and a mix of candid and posed shots. I appreciated her responsiveness and detail in answering my emails. Even before meeting in person, I noticed Kaitlyn's professionalism through her website and emails. Her website and photo portal are also easy to navigate. It's clear she's put time and effort into her business and capturing so many special days. Would highly recommend working with her, we are so glad we did 3

  • The best!!!!

    •Verified review
    •Natalie C.•Oct 19, 2024

    We’ve known Kaitlyn for a while and were so honored to have her capture our wedding events! She was there for the proposal, engagement shoot, rehearsal dinner, and the wedding day! Kaitlyn is so fun to be around and so incredibly talented! We really appreciated her “fly on the wall” approach so we could just enjoy ourselves and live in the moment without having to worry about posing. Looking forward to having her capture many more of our milestones in the future :)

  • Phenomenal Photographer!

    •Verified review
    •Rachel S.•Oct 1, 2024

    My husband and I can't recommend Kaitlyn enough. From the booking process, our engagement shoot, through the wedding itself Kaitlyn was thoughtful, professional, and attentive to our preferences and requests. She even drove 3 hours to do our engagement shoot in Wisconsin and was able to film our ceremony on her own! Her sneak peek the next day made us so so happy, and she got every photo on our list, including some out of order or spontaneous based on how the day went. We couldn't have been happier with Kaitlyn's services! Rachel & Alex

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