The Still Life Photography

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Prices start at $4,225

Elopement pricing

Prices start at $1,950

Packages

Prices start at $4,225

About The Still Life Photography

The Still Life Photography

Owner/Lead Photographer

Jay & Nicole Vega decided to pursue a career together in the art of Photography. Met & married in Chicago in 2013, two people set out on a business venture of a lifetime. While Nicole is the main photographer of the company, we have also expanded and hired reliable, talented photographers to work along side with us, while still maintaining a small business feel.

We feel we are more affordable than most other photographers in the Chicagoland area and can provide high end quality service. Our photos have an artistic style all while helping you enjoy your wedding day and not taking TOO much time spent on photos.

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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
  • Film
  • Hybrid

Deliverables

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

The Still Life Photography packages

Package ONE

6 hours

Peak pricing $4,225

Off-peak pricing $4,225

Description

Basic Wedding Photography Package includes: Two photographers (ideal for smaller weddings) / 6 consecutive hours of wedding photography coverage / engagement session / one week sneak peek blog post / 6-8 week turnover for full gallery / full viewing & purchasing gallery available for 2 months post wedding / custom timeline for photography for wedding day / unlimited meetings / candids & posed portraits / minimum of 500 delivered images

Package TWO

8 hours

Peak pricing $5,325

Off-peak pricing $5,325

Description

Full Package includes: Two photographers / 8 consecutive hours of wedding photography coverage / engagement session / one week sneak peek blog post / 6-8 week turnover for full gallery / full viewing & purchasing gallery available for 2 months post wedding / custom timeline for photography for wedding day / unlimited meetings / minimum of 800 delivered photos

Package THREE

10 hours

Peak pricing $6,225

Off-peak pricing $6,225

Description

Deluxe Wedding Package for larger weddings includes: Two photographers (ideal for bigger weddings - most booked package) / 10 consecutive hours of wedding photography coverage / engagement session/ one week sneak peek blog post / 6-8 week turnover for full gallery / full viewing & purchasing gallery available for 2 months post wedding / custom timeline for photography for wedding day / unlimited meetings / candids & posed portraits / minimum of 1500 delivered photos

Reviews

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Rating: 5.0

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43 reviews

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    Rachel M.

    Rating: 5
    •Zola
    •Oct 28

    Nicole is the best!

    We absolutely loved getting to work with Nicole!! She made sure our couple and their wedding party felt comfortable in front of the camera all day. She made our process as wedding coordinators so easy with her insight and recommendations for photo locations and timing, and she was an absolute joy to be with on the wedding day. That’s not even to mention how BEAUTIFUL her photos are - if you love her style then you are definitely in great hands! We highly recommend checking her out!!

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    Pamela

    Rating: 5
    •Zola
    •Oct 28

    Mother of the Bride

    Nicole and her team were fantastic to work with and helped to make the day very special! The wedding was June 6th, 2026.

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    Cate Lenti C.

    Rating: 5
    •Zola
    •Oct 28

    Made our wedding day better!!

    From start to finish, working with The Still Life Photography was a breeze. They responded quickly to every question and made the planning process feel simple, which took so much stress off our plate. On our wedding day, they were easy to collaborate with and offered thoughtful guidance at just the right moments without being intrusive. The artistic quality of our photos is absolutely stunning—every image captures the emotion and beauty of what we wanted to remember. Their work exceeded what we were hoping for, and we could not be happier with our decision to book them. We'd recommend The Still Life Photography to any couple in a heartbeat.

  • AB

    Alex B.

    Rating: 5
    •Zola
    •Oct 19

    OUTSTANDING

    Working with Nicole and Isabel was nothing short of perfect. The photos they got for engagement shoot and wedding are truly unmatched. I was so pleasantly surprised and am so glad we chose still life for our photographer!! They also helped with day of stress. Sooo good. I wouldn’t have wanted it any other way.

  • DV

    Donna V.

    Rating: 5
    •Zola
    •Sep 6, 2026

    AMAZING!

    From the moment we booked The Still Life Photography, Nicole's quick responses and willingness to work with us made planning feel effortless. When our schedule hit a snag on the wedding day, she adapted without hesitation to capture the moments that mattered most to us. Beyond just being responsive, Nicole has an eye for detail that we never would have noticed on our own—she found focal points and angles that transformed our photos into something truly special. The final gallery was plentiful and captivating, with every image showing the care she put into our day. Her efficient approach meant we got stunning shots without any wasted time or filler. We absolutely recommend The Still Life Photography to any couple looking for a photographer who listens, delivers, and creates work you'll treasure forever.

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Real wedding inspiration featuring The Still Life Photography

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Typically, couples book me about 12-18 months before their wedding date. I encourage you to reach out as soon as possible about my availability, even if you’re planning on a shorter time frame. Photographers usually book shortly after the couple books the venue, so we are just as filled up as they are usually.
Yes! We have assistants available for larger weddings (mainly huge wedding parties over 30 people) and 2 other photographers. We have second shooters who have shot weddings solo before as well and are very talented!
Definitely. All final images will be edited for color, saturation, exposure, and sharpness to ensure they look beautiful. We do NOT outsource, so your images will never leave the hands of The Still Life Photography.
No, not at this time. We specialize in photography only, so you can get the best wedding pictures possible. We do have recommendations we can offer and videographers we have worked with many times!
My turnaround time varies by season. Typically, you’ll be able to view your photos online about 6-8 weeks after your wedding. However, we offer a 1 week sneak peek to hold you over!
You can expect about 80 to 100 images per hour of photographing. But keep in mind this estimate varies depending on your wedding package, number of guests, venue type, and other factors. Most couples with a full day packages see well over 1000 images.
I do! Just let me know if your venue requires a certificate of liability, and I’ll send that over to them. We are happy to supply you with a copy as well.
In my 10 years of experience as a wedding photographer, I’ve never cancelled a booking. In the very rare event that I’m unable to photograph your wedding, I’ll make sure you’re covered by one of my colleagues or my contracted 1st or 2nd shooters. We have quite the dedicated team and have you covered!
Yes! We have a military/teacher discount along with a pay in full discount. Reach out for more info.

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