Wedding Photographers in Waukegan, IL

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522 Wedding Photographers in Waukegan, IL

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Visi Studio | Photo + Video

5.0

Chicago, IL
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $3,400
  • Serves Waukegan, IL

At Visi Studio, we bring a world of experience to wedding photography. Our team of talented photographers has captured destination weddings in some of the most iconic locations around the globe, including Rome, Santorini, Venice, Paris, and more. With a passion for capturing life's most cherished moments, we bring a unique blend of international experience and artistic vision to each and every wedding we photograph.

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Just wanted to say that we absolutely love our photos and wanted to thank you so much for doing such a brilliant job. Thank you again, Visi and Ilva.
Beta Isai, a year ago
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Gmartel Photography

5.0

Madison, WI
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Waukegan, IL

Hey, Im Grant. I'm a Madison, WI based wedding photographer who specializes in a documentary approach using both film and digital photography. If you want your wedding gallery to be uniquely yours (vs a Pinterest shotlist), then I'm your guy.

Choosing the right photographer was one of the more important decisions for our wedding, and we dedicated considerable time to making the right choice. Looking back after our wedding, I can say that we made the best decision. Working with Grant was truly a fantastic experience. From the moment we connected, he seamlessly guided us through the entire process, making us feel at ease and ensuring our day was beautifully captured. He made the day a breeze, capturing every special moment while making us feel totally relaxed. His ability to blend into the day effortlessly while capturing important moments was impressive. Some of the most cherished shots were taken without us even realizing he was there, yet each picture vividly brings back the emotions we felt at that moment. His documentary style? It's our jam! No stiff poses- just real, authentic shots that tell our story. Also, his skill in film photography added an incredible depth to the images, preserving the essence of our day in timeless frames. I also want to point out how easy communication was/is with him. Grant is lightning-fast with responses! So friendly and approachable too. When so many details of a wedding can be stressful, it was SO nice knowing we didn’t have to worry at all about our photography. If you're after a wedding photographer, Grant has the skills, the vibe, and the passion. Highly recommend!
Maria, 5 months ago
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Kat Beatty Photos

5.0

Crystal Lake, IL
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $2,395

Hey there! Kataryna here. Thanks for checking out my work. I never thought that I would have the opportunity to meet you and everyone else that I have throughout my photography journey. I started photography in high school and fell in love with all that my camera and I could do. In my college years at the University of Iowa, I was able to strengthen my photography skills by taking an internship with a wedding company. Shortly after graduation, I moved back to the Chicago suburbs and began growing my business. A few years later, and I am extremely grateful for everything I have been able to accomplish. ​

Kat was a dream to work with! Not only was she professional and timely with everything, she was able to capture our day exactly how we imagined. She made us feel comfortable and calm throughout our wedding day, helping with poses, listening to requests, suggesting different shots, she did it all! She also had the most organized family photo shot list and execution I have ever seen at a wedding. I am in love with her photos and artistic touch.
Kirbie + N., 4 months ago
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Well Told Weddings

5.0

Rolling Meadows, IL
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,799
  • Serves Waukegan, IL

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.

Awarded Best of Zola
I'll let Courtney, one of their past clients speak here, "I cannot thank the Well Told Weddings Team enough for all of their talents used to make our wedding day beyond perfect. Steve was great to work with start to finish, very transparent & dedicated to ensuring our day went perfectly. We had Dre as our DJ who guests are still raving about to us a month and a half post wedding! Sal and Austin did an outstanding job capturing photo and video. We will cherish these memories for a lifetime! Cheers to Well Told Weddings, highly recommend!"
Buller Media , 8 months ago
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JZ Studio Photography

5.0

Mundelein, IL
  • Photojournalistic style

JZ Studio Photography is a wedding and Portrait photography company based in Chicago, that services Chicago, Milwaukee, Detroit and anywhere our couples may take us within US and Canada. At JZ Studio Photography, the team will create an amazing photographic experience for you on your wedding day, by capturing all of the most intimate and romantic moments through their camera lenses from beginning to end and compile the story for you.

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Philip was super communicative before we even booked his company, and the level of communication continued through the entire process. In our engagement and wedding sessions, he helped us feel comfortable being in front of the camera. The photos are vivid and joyful and he goes out of his way to create beautiful shots. His team that joined him were also incredible and friendly. They helped make our wedding everything we wanted!
Nicole B., 6 months ago
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Nina Marqui Photography LLC

5.0

Libertyville, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,600

I am a Chicago & Milwaukee Wedding photographer, whose goal is to help you feel comfortable & confident to be your truest self in front of the camera while encouraging body positivity. I’m here to document your story and show you how beautiful you truly are! Your job is to enjoy the day while I capture the moments!

I booked Nina as our wedding photographer, and she hit it out of the park! She was great and so easy to work with! Taking pictures with her was so natural and not awkward at all. The turn around time was great and the pictures just blew me away. I will not hesitate to use her again!
Sam N., a month ago
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Jeremy Glickstein Photography

5.0

Highland Park, IL
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $3,850

Hi, I'm Jeremy: Creative Director & Lead Photographer. I have over 200 weddings and countless corporate gigs under my lens. Enter The Photo Collective: I've assembled a team of skilled associates who share my passion. We're not just photographers. We’ve been in the trenches and we know this business. We will be there to shepard you through the day. FYI, I don't list availability on our calendar here as we have 10 photographers and typically have talent available. Send us a message to inquire, thanks! :)

We worked with Jeremy and could not have been happier. He is so easy to work with, and he truly listens. He brings experience and a creative eye to the planning process. We hadn't worked with a professional photographer before, so we leaned on him to share many ideas to ensure we'd like the photos that are now on our wall :) Jeremy recommended poses, places, and who should be in what shot. We have big families, so it was wonderful to have a guide and confidence we'd get all the photos we needed and some fun ones we never would have thought to ask for. He's very easygoing and funny. We'll definitely be working with Jeremy again.
Sebastian, 9 days ago
Megan Saul Photography

5.0

Union, IL
  • Photojournalistic style

I resonate with intimate, honest weddings, ones that present as unique and authentic, ones with tradition but they threw that tradition out the door and made their day an authentic representation of their marriage. As an artist, I am able to document weddings while incorporating my own artistic visions and yours. I love natural light, nature, and intimate moments. It is important to me for you to trust me as photography is a collaboration.

There is nothing more anxiety-producing than choosing which photographer to document your event and my partner and I couldn't be happier with Megan. She has a great eye for detail and composition resulting in beautiful, professional, flattering(!), and intimate photos. She's highly conscious that she is creating memories and her photographs reflect her thoughtfulness. She captures the smallest details and interactions while still managing to get the "big picture" too. Megan listens to all concerns -however big or small- while making the process smooth, fun, and as low-stress as possible. She is extremely fair when it comes to price and you receive far more than you are paying for! I highly recommend her services. Photographers are like physicians, they need to be able to put you at ease while being both personable and professional and Megan Saul fits the bill. Our happy event was in early January of 2020. Check her out!
Ariel + M., 4 years ago
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Rock 1 Photography

5.0

Antioch, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,600

Hi! My name is Brittany and I LOVE my job. I focus on emotionally driven images and I have the prompts/poses to pull out the magic. Getting a balance of free/wild and structured is my specialty, ensuring you receive the posed pictures that are important but also the images that give you all the feels of the moment. Not sure about what kind of pictures you want? Talk to me! We can incorporate creativity into the shoot that'll show off who you are! Give me a call, I can't wait to meet you.

Awarded Best of Zola
Brittany brings each proposal to life with her stunning pictures! She always comes in with a great attitude and remains upbeat throughout the entire process which makes her clients feel at ease and comfortable. Will always recommend her work!
Manny Aganon, 3 years ago
Ezlan Powers Photography

5.0

Wauconda, IL
  • Photojournalistic style

I'm an extroverted introvert. Being a wedding photographer for fifteen years will do this to you! I have been mindfully crafting my approach to serving couples for quite some time now. I'm an easy going soul, who loves to capture happiness and joy in genuine ways. I'm a gentle guide towards ideal photographs for most folks who find being in front of the camera stressful. I'm a very candid individual who can relate to a lot of differen experiences folks go through in life. I'm always eager to listen carefully to my clients when they share about themselves. It's those fine details that help me do a fantastic job on your wedding day!

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Ez was fantastic to work with for the wedding day. We met with them prior to a few times to discuss what the day itself would be like and what our hopes were. When the day arrived, Ez was there early and ready to go. They blended seamlessly into the guests of our wedding to get candid photos of people as well as beautiful clear shots of my husband and I. There was not a missed moment in all of the photos taken, including a few of my husband with his childhood pup who passed away not long after the event. After the wedding, we received our photos quickly and every single one was perfect. We ordered a bunch of different images to have printed for family and around our home. In all of the photos, the colors pop and everything is so vibrant. I'm beyond happy with Ez as our photographer and continue to recommend them to anyone looking.
Jeremy C., 6 months ago
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JVaughn Photography LLC

5.0

Huntley, IL
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,300

Based in Huntley, IL, JVaughn Photography LLC adores producing stylish wedding images for couples to cherish. Serving special occasions in the Windy City and beyond, skilled photographer Justin Vaughn has a captivating style that will surely charm you and your partner. Justin is committed to providing you with a collection of pictures that keeps all of your magical moments of matrimony alive forevermore. JVaughn Photography LLC is available for weddings across the USA and worldwide. Justin can adapt his style to suit your aesthetic preferences, specializing in artistic, documentary, and modern photography styles.

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We just had our wedding this past Friday, 8/21/20. Covid-19 created a lot of uncertainty on how things would turn out. But, there were 2 things that were certain. We were getting married and Justin was going to be there to capture it. Whether it was at the original venue, a boat, or in a tiny backyard. Justin's enthusiasm is so genuine and infectious. I had a ball with him around just waiting to take photos. Then when we started the joy never stopped. It never felt like we were completing a task, just enjoying life. We cannot wait to see the finished product, because Justin is so meticulous in his work and a professional of the highest order. For future photo opportunities and anytime someone asks for a recommendation it will be JVaughn Photography without hesitation
Aby+Allen, 2 years ago
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Parker Photography

5.0

Wadsworth, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000

I believe you can't stand behind your business unless you can say you fully understand it – and 24 years of marriage is proof that I KNOW LOVE. I set out to capture the essence of love when I started Parker Photography in 2018. I have been married to my best friend for the last 24 years, and people who meet us swear we are newlyweds. We still act like lovestruck teenagers with each other, that same feeling we get from every newly engaged couple that we meet. We know where our couples are coming from and what they hope to capture in their engagement sessions and on their wedding day, and we make it effortless for them to achieve their goals.

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Deb and her team were great to work with, east and fun! Just what we would hope for on our big day! The photos turned out beautiful. We liked how she listened to our ideas and cared about what we liked.
Carly G., 3 years ago
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Becka Payauys Photography

5.0

Crystal Lake, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,800

Hi! I’m Becka, my husband, Aaron and I are traveling wedding and elopement photographers based in Northern Illinois! We love spending time with people, being outdoors, and we are always down for good conversation!

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Becka and her team deserve 5/5 stars and all the love for how hard they worked with my husband and I throughout the pandemic.. Let’s go back all the way to the beginning of March 2020.. That’s where I met Becka for the first time.. (She met me in person, which I truly appreciated) right before well, COVID-19.. We were both a little hesitant of what was to come of this virus but it was SO early that neither one of us thought it would effect my wedding that was supposed to take place in the fall of that year.. Boy, were we in for a surprise.. Realizing in the summer that COVID-19 wasn’t going to go anywhere, we rescheduled our wedding for the following year. Unfortunately, Becka was already booked for the only day we could manage to reschedule our venue/church.. However, she saved the day by allowing her assistant photographers, Lauren & Michaela to take over… At first I was a bit nervous knowing Becka wasn’t going to be the one taking the wedding pictures (we loved our engagement photography session) but I trusted her, and I knew her standards were high so she wouldn’t just allow anyone to take the pictures under her name... And let’s just say, my husband and I were not disappointed! The assistant photographers did amazing, it even rained during the most crucial time of the wedding (in terms of photos) …The time after the ceremony! But despite this, the pictures came out absolutely stunning and our family/friends loved them.. All the details, all the unexpected “I didn’t know they captured that!” moments were there… Another thing I want to mention is the way Becka was able to help me schedule parts of the wedding and assist in the planning of when certain things are supposed to happen… As you can imagine, planning a wedding is stressful... Sometimes you don’t even know where to start! Becka helped me tackle this issue and streamline the day so it wouldn’t be as intimidating… With her schedule, I could now put together the pieces of the day and take a breath. Photos & logistics aside, everyone was also so sweet, patient and accommodating… So a big thank you to Becka, Lauren & Michaela for capturing our big day wonderfully. We will cherish these photos for a lifetime!
Paulina W., 3 years ago
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BreeNies Photography

5.0

McHenry, IL
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,500

BreeNies Photography, led by Brianna (Bree), offers stunning lifestyle photography services in Northern Illinois. Specializing in capturing unique family and couple moments with a knack for wedding photography.

I LOVE BREE. She is my preferred photographer at my intimate venue Blue Thistle Farm & Wedding Chapel and she never fails to amaze me with her talents. I met her at a bridal show and instantly connected with her and you will too! She is so easy going and makes you feel so so comfortable. Her second shooter Dana is also a joy and bundle of sunshine to work with also! Her style is classic, warm, clean, and truly timeless. You and your partner will look stunning framed on your walls. You won't regret booking her!!
Blue Thistle Farm, 2 months ago
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Nichole Babiez Photography

5.0

Mundelein, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000

I am a midwesterner, born and raised in the burbs north of Chicago who strives to capture moments that are gone in a second, impossible to reproduce, but with the help of an artist touch, can last a lifetime. I'm here to connect with you, listen to you, create with you, and provide a stress-free, comfortable atmosphere from start to finish. 3 things about myself, I have 3 dogs (yes, its crazy LOL), I am in loveee with Target, and coffee and mango froyo are my love languages.

I don't even know where to begin......I found Nichole on good old Facebook. Right from the first point of contact she was just so easy to reach and she responded so quickly which is like the most important thing for a vendor when you're trying to plan a wedding. After our first phone conversation I knew I wanted her to be our photographer! We met in person for the first time for our engagement photos in January 2021 and it was like instant best friends. She knew how to make us laugh, it never got awkward, and the pictures turned out phenomenal! Next step was helping to outline the day of our wedding with pictures. She was really helpful in guiding our timeline of photos and making sure we were including all the photos we want. Helped with my stress levels. Then it was finally wedding day! Nichole is a rockstar!! My bridesmaids were even raving about her the next day! She knows how to make a bride feel less stressed on her wedding day! Nichole got all the photos we wanted and more. I still look at our wedding photos on a daily basis! Nichole is the absolute best photographer you could have! BOOK HER NOW!
Paisley R., 3 years ago
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Bozena Voytko Photography

5.0

Buffalo Grove, IL
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,100

I believe that every picture I take and give you should be frame-worthy. Give me beautiful light and good vibes and I'm set to go! Looking forward to hearing your story, getting to know You better and creating memories for you! If you are looking for a fine art wedding photographer in Chicago I would love to hear from you!

We have had the pleasure of working with Bozena and her team - Bozena Voytko Photo and Video- for multiple events and we always enjoy a professional and personal experience. She is available and eager to talk through all the little details of an event and offers helpful suggestions to making the day flow as seamlessly and beautifully as possible. We highly recommend Bozena Voytko Photo!
Elisabeth, 4 years ago
DeAnda Photography

5.0

Algonquin, IL
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,585

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., 3 years ago
My Whole Heart Collective

5.0

Wonder Lake, IL
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $4,850

〰 As a heads up - we are so stinkin' excited to meet ya! But we're not active on Zola. We'd love for you to reach out on our website though! 〰 Chicago based professional wedding and destination photographers for the lovers' who thrive in friendship. Now booking 2025 & 2025 photography and videography services. We're Nicole Kilday & Ashley Bowling, the owners & lead photographers behind My Whole Heart Collective. We met in 2020 and instantly became fast friends through our passion of photography & human connection. Sharing a combined 9+ years of experience in the wedding & professional photography industries!

Working with Ashley and Nicole at My Whole Heart Collective was an absolute pleasure! They made the overwhelming and exciting experience of being a bride enjoyable. They walked me through a proper timeline which for me was a necessary step I needed in creating the smooth transitions throughout the day. They explained the flow that made sense but never pressured me to make decisions I didn’t want to rather giving me more information as they expert opinion. The sneaks they released to us have been phenomenal! The whole bridal party & our family are blown away by everything we have seen! One our friends wants their contact number as he was so impressed! We will definitely use them again in the future to capture other large milestones in our lives. I would highly recommend booking with My Whole Heart Collective!
Kait K., 8 months ago
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Victoria Mcdonald Photography
Crystal Lake, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000

Hi! I’m Victoria, a Wedding photographer based in Chicago's Northwest Burbs. I have developed a photography style that mixes Documentary and Editorial that helps me share all the JOY that comes with a wedding day. It focuses not just on connection between you and your partner, but the connection you have with those you love enough to be apart of your day.

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Korto Photography
Barrington, IL
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,075

Hi, all. I've been a professional photographer for well over a decade. I have a background in fashion/art photography and have a love for love. If you hire me I will try my very best to capture YOU in your images.

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Red Head Creative Studio
Mundelein, IL
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,499

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.

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AmnaBelalPhotography
Lincolnshire, IL

    Our goal as wedding photographers is to make this one aspect of the planning process simple. Photography is more than just images, it’s a real part of your day. Not only do you deserve beautiful images, but you also deserve an amazing photographic experience. Your wedding day is an experience from beginning to end and your photography is a huge part of that experience...shouldn’t it be fun? and enjoyable? and natural? I think so!

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    Magic Framez productions
    Lake Barrington, IL
    • Fine art style
    • Starts at $2,500

    Welcome to my wedding photography world, where moments become memories. With a passion for storytelling through the lens, I am dedicated to capturing the unique essence of your love story. Every click is an opportunity to preserve joy, laughter, and the beautiful journey you’re embarking on. Let me be your visual storyteller, crafting timeless images that speak volumes about your special day.

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    Balmin Bingham Photography
    Crystal Lake, IL
    • Fine art style

    I am a Chicago-based wedding photographer who loves my clients. I love telling their stories with my images. When my clients look back on their wedding images, I want them to remember how it felt to be there. I want them to have beautiful images of moments they may have missed– a tear quickly swept away, a big laugh, a quick but meaningful glance. While I love classic poses and unique composition, my favorite photographs always end up being the moments that happen naturally.

    Em Grant Photography
    McHenry, IL
    • Photojournalistic style
    • Starts at $2,975

    I thought I'd get us started by sharing a bit about me. I'm a photographer obsessed with warm, earthy, and film-like tones located between Chicago, Milwaukee, and Rockford. I specialize in capturing both the little and big moments on your wedding day as well as blending my artistic style with the traditional portraits (aka the pics Grandma will order).

    Emily Elizabeth Photos
    Algonquin, IL
    • Classic style

    I’m a wedding + lifestyle photographer and I’m so excited for the chance to get to know you all! I was raised in a small town an hour west of Chicago and I grew up in a rather large family of six boys and only one sister! It's shocking I turned out as “girlie” as I am. My love for the arts came from my parents and my love for photography was a gift from the Lord. It was born out of a painful portion of my childhood, but the Lord used photography to mend and heal me. Photography has been my therapy and I’ve found peace and tranquility behind my camera.

    Kailee Rei Photography
    Round Lake Beach, IL
    • Photojournalistic style
    • Starts at $2,200

    Warm, and emotive portraits showcasing authenticity is my first priority. I'm here not only to capture your precious moments but to be right by your side through such large life events. I'm based in Lake County, Illinois, and yes I love to travel! If you want me to photograph your story, it will require a travel fee, depending on where it takes place. But no worries, I always try to find the cheapest way to come.

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    Imagesxpert Media
    Lake Forest, IL
    • Photojournalistic style
    • Starts at $800

    Photography is a way of feeling, of touching, of loving. What you have caught on film is captured forever… It remembers little things, long after you have forgotten everything. In our photographs, we wish to capture gestures, unspoken words, to the most important moments in people`s lives. Imagesxpert creates stunning portraits and spontaneously taken stand-alone works of art that celebrate all the fun, love, and laughter of your wedding day. we love to document life in an artful way.

    Karen Plate Photography
    Round Lake, IL
    • Photojournalistic style
    • Starts at $2,500

    I’m a Chicago-based photographer residing in Grayslake, IL with professional experience in the wedding industry since 2014. I aim to bring you the best moments of your life captured in the moment and saved for your enjoyment for the rest of your life. Besides behind a camera, you can usually find me at a craft brewery (I’ve bartended for 4+ years!) or adventuring around Chicago & beyond with my partner, Zachary. My favorite setting to get work done is a coffee shop, which is typically where I meet my clients to go over details!

    Aspen & Company Photo + Film LLC
    Highland Park, IL
    • Classic style
    • Starts at $3,500

    Hi there I’m Margaret! I’m the owner and lead photographer + videographer at Aspen & Co. Photo + Film! I’m really passionate about photographing + filming couples, elopements (USA + international) and destination weddings. It is truly the coolest thing ever that I can combine my love for travel with creativity and work with couples in so many places! Whether your destination wedding, elopement or session is close to home in the Midwest or on the other side of the world, I’ll pack my bags and meet you there with my camera in hand!

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    Kitoko Photography
    Chicago, IL
    • Classic style
    • Starts at $1,500

    Kitoko Photography began as a family business 13 years ago. Our family was always the creative type. When our kids were born, we loved taking pictures of them and capturing their everyday lives. Friends and family would often ask me to take pictures of their kids too, and before I knew it, we had started a photography business.

    Complete Weddings + Events Chicago (Photo)
    Mundelein, IL
    • Classic style

    Don’t let the most meaningful moments at your event happen without being captured. Complete Weddings + Events handles wedding photographers across the Chicago and Northern Illinois area. Our team is ready to chat with you about your next event and connect you with the best photography professionals. With skills that master both the art and science of photography, and friendliness that make you feel comfortable in front of the camera, our Chicago wedding photographers capture the greatest moments of your special day.

    Daniel Adams Photography, LLC
    Lake Villa, IL
    • Photojournalistic style

    Capturing authentic moments for clients is the driving force in everything I do. That drive and passion are what wedding & portrait photography should always be about! My clients choose me because they trust that I'll tell their story in an honest way, jam-packed and full of life, joy, and fun!

    Fitz + Fern Photography
    Spring Grove, IL
    • Photojournalistic style
    • Starts at $3,000

    Hi, my name is Katie Fitzgerald, and I LIVE to capture images that say something. I’m a nature junky, obsessed with wind tousled hair & capturing the romantic, intimate, & beautiful moments that make up your love chapter. Growing up creative meant I started dancing at the age of two, took up violin at 8, had a darkroom for a playground, & wound up majoring in architecture! These days I’m inspired by real moments, emotions, & relationships at weddings, helping you create a candid record of your special day is my passion. When I’m not photographing you can find me hanging out with my hubs Jim & our 3 pups Cowlie, Sawyer, & Tango.

    Joshua Harrison Photography
    Round Lake Beach, IL
    • Fine art style

    I built my business out of a love for storytelling. I am thankful for the relationships I've created with each of my clients. I am passionate about serving my clients and providing them with personalized services that authentically tell their story through one of the most joy-filled and exciting phases in their lives. I feel incredibly privileged to be welcomed into my clients' lives to share, document, and celebrate some of their most special memories. I have been photographing weddings since 2015; to date, I have been honored to help tell the love stories of over 40 couples.

    Sandra Ortiz Photography
    Round Lake Beach, IL
    • Classic style

    I am a wedding and portrait photographer based in Illinois servicing both Illinois and Wisconsin. A photographer for 13 years and photographed 300+ weddings. I always knew I would be in the wedding industry. My love of capturing memories has been with me as long as I remember.

    Nicole Morisco Photography
    Lake Villa, IL
    • Classic style
    • Starts at $6,000

    Hi, I'm Nicole! I am a light and airy wedding & portrait photographer based in Chicago. I started working in the photography world in 2011 and absolutely love everything about it! Now that the boring stuff is out of the way, let me talk about how I become your extra bridesmaid on your wedding day. I’m there to help you fluff your dress, cry during your first look (but still take awesome photos behind the tears), and tell you how gorgeous you look all day!

    Kendall M Covek Photography
    Libertyville, IL
    • Classic style

    I have a passion for life, the good the bad the ugly, because in all things you can find value and beauty. Everyone has a story and my goal is to tell it though film. I want to capture what makes you, you. I am a Chicagoland Photographer that has traveled the world taking photos and videos. If I'm not taking photos I'm most likely drinking wine on my porch with my husband and dogs.

    Roni Rose Photography
    Lake In The Hills, IL
    • Editorial style

    I am Roni; A tattooed, swearing, wedding photographer that loves art and fucking hates romantic comedies. Growing up, I enjoyed writing private memoirs of getting gas at the gas station, or describing in length the way the lady at the grocery store rang out the customer in front of me; All seemingly mundane interactions that I found so genuine and fascinating. When I finally picked up a camera, I found a way to be an observer of the moments that make our time on this planet worth it - the life changing moments, the deliciously mundane moments, and everything in between. There's nothing else in the world that I'd rather do.

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    Eivan's Photo & Video

    4.9

    Chicago, IL
    • Photojournalistic style
    • Starts at $1,149
    • Serves Waukegan, IL

    We offer a personalized experience backed up by more than 33+ years in business delivering high quality, creative photography and video on time and within your wedding budget. We are experts in photojournalism, offering couples an unmatched level of value for their wedding photography and video services.

    Awarded Best of Zola
    I had an outstanding experience with Eivan’s photography! The videographer and photographer that were assigned to me where very knowledgeable of their craft and exemplified amazing customer service. They both reached out to me the week of the wedding to discus a timeline and my vision for the day. They were professional and very welcoming the day of. They made me feel like a movie star on my special day. I would highly recommend their services to anyone for their big day.
    Rayna Jones- P., 2 years ago
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    Albany Capture Film & Photography Studios

    5.0

    Chicago, IL
    • Photojournalistic style
    • Starts at $1,499
    • Serves Waukegan, IL

    In every fleeting moment, a unique story unfolds. I'm Pedro, a photographer with a passion for capturing these unscripted memories. With 10+ years of experience, trained in both art and business, I blend photojournalism with studio artistry to preserve your cherished moments, especially in the whirlwind of weddings. Let's make sure no precious memory slips away – join me in creating a beautiful treasure trove of your special day

    Awarded Best of Zola
    As a newly married couple, we want to extend our heartfelt thanks and appreciation to Albany Capture LLC. Their photography and videography services for our wedding were nothing short of extraordinary and far surpassed our expectations. From start to finish, the Albany Capture team were consummate professionals, displaying not just technical skills but also an artistic flair that resulted in stunningly beautiful and emotionally resonant images and video. They were able to capture the pure joy, deep love, and festive atmosphere of our wedding, creating a priceless record of our special day. We also want to express our admiration for Zola.com. The planning tools, registry, and overall support provided by Zola were invaluable to us. It made our wedding preparation smoother, more organized, and certainly less stressful. The seamless integration between Albany Capture and Zola.com was a game changer and a time saver for us. A special mention must be given to the team's ability to capture the most candid moments with ease, making everyone feel comfortable in front of the camera. We have received endless compliments from our friends and family on both the photos and the video. We wholeheartedly recommend Albany Capture LLC for top-tier wedding photography and videography, as well as Zola.com for a comprehensive, user-friendly wedding planning platform. Our wedding day wouldn't have been the same without their combined services. Thank you, Albany Capture and Zola, for making our wedding journey so memorable!
    Evelyn and J., a year ago
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    Drzazga Photo

    5.0

    Cleveland, OH
    • Photojournalistic style
    • Starts at $3,900
    • Serves Waukegan, IL

    We're husband and wife destination wedding and elopement photographers and videographers based in Cleveland, Ohio, traveling as much as possible. We’re here to be your photographic memory, capturing you honestly and naturally so you can give your attention to the people and moments that matter most. We want you to have stunning images and the best day of your life and we do everything in our power to deliver both.

    Awarded Best of Zola
    Carly & Kasey were the dream! I found them on Instagram and so glad I did. We did our engagement shoot with Carly and she did an awesome job of helping two people who have never taken professional pictures together before feel comfortable and confident. Communication throughout the planning process was excellent, very responsive and even sent out tips along the way that I found extremely helpful. The day of the wedding we all felt completely at ease. I never felt rushed or like we weren't getting enough photos. We received so many compliments from guests and even other vendors on how wonderful they were! Our sneak peek pictures of the wedding we received are amazing. I’ve looked at them a hundred times already and cannot get enough. The day is gone but I am so grateful to have such amazing pictures to look back on forever. We cannot wait for the rest!
    Morgan, 3 years ago
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    PictureMeThisByLacie

    5.0

    Greencastle, IN
    • Photojournalistic style
    • Starts at $3,000
    • Serves Waukegan, IL

    Just like you, I have felt awkward in front of the camera. I’ve had photos taken of me that I didn’t like. When you go on a session with me, I will not only make you feel comfortable, but I will make sure you look good! I will give you prompts to keep you moving and laughing. I’m sorry but there are some angles, and poses that are not flattering for everyone. Like, please don’t take a photo of me from below! Hello double chin! What I’m saying is, I got you!

    Awarded Best of Zola
    Lacie does such a beautiful job of capturing moments worth remembering. She is super personable and makes you feel at ease in front of the camera. All around couldn’t ask for a better photographer and will definitely continue to refer her to anyone and everyone!
    Adie, 6 months ago
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    IG PHOTO VIDEO INC.

    5.0

    Prospect Heights, IL
    • Classic style
    • Starts at $1,690
    • Serves Waukegan, IL

    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

    Awarded Best of Zola
    Egidijus and Quincy of IGphotovideo are the dynamic duo making dreams happen across Wisconsin, Illinois, and more (because they do weddings). In the days of Pinterest, every bride to be, or just girl hopping to get engaged, scours the internet, Pinterest, Instagram, etc. looking for the perfect engagement and wedding photos. Egidijus allows you to flood his inbox with all of the inspiration photos. When the time came for my engagement and wedding photos, they delivered! The pictures were better than my inspiration pictures! Egidijus took into consideration the photos and my own personal taste to deliver the most gorgeous photos. I cannot wait to see these printed on my photobook! The video shows each moment: getting ready, first look, ceremony, reception....we got 3 hours of video, highlight and teaser, which I share with my friends on Instagram - it is so incredible. I had hundreds of comments. Even before the weddings, I had a lot of questions, and Ivan from sales helped me a lot with the timeline and planing. Ladies, I cannot recommend IGphotovideo enough. The time you spend with them is so comfortable the pictures and video are a dream.
    Kelly D., 2 years ago
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    Latek Photography

    5.0

    Chicago, IL
    • Editorial style
    • Starts at $3,600
    • Serves Waukegan, IL

    Hi! I’m Connie! First of all congrats!🍾 ✨Thank you for visiting my profile and considering me as your photographer! I am so excited for your big day! Here are some things you might wanna know! I’m not typical photog- I don’t just arrive on your day, leave after few hours, and deliver few months later! I’m there for all the moments leading to the big day! You can hit me up any time- we can brainstorm all the ideas, timelines, all the tiniest details! I am a fan of Pinterest vision boards, sending each other tons of messages and be open about EVERYTHING! This is your day! Let’s make it all about YOU!

    Awarded Best of Zola
    I am so grateful that I connected with Connie because she had an opening on our date -- she is so talented and kind! Beyond taking beautiful photographs, she helped calm my nerves and made me feel so comfortable during our time together. As someone who hadn't even taken engagement photos, her guidance was so helpful when it came to poses/shot ideas, etc. -- and she caught some great candids, too! She really captured the essence of our wedding day, and I am so excited to enjoy these photos and share them for years to come! I highly recommend her services, and I hope to find a reason to work with her again :D
    Eleanor B., 7 months ago
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    Once Like a Spark Wedding Co.

    4.8

    Atlanta, GA
    • Photojournalistic style
    • Starts at $1,845
    • Serves Waukegan, IL

    More than a decade ago, two sisters - knew there had to be a better way to allow talented photographers and videographers to focus on what they do best -- create gorgeous art -- while providing couples with better support in the planning process. Together, they created an all-inclusive, stress-free environment where couples can choose from talented local photographers and videographers and work with a small team of planning experts equipped and eager to make everything a success. With the pressure gone, you can truly enjoy your big day. Relax and rest assured that all the emotional and moments will be documented with unmatched quality.

    I had a great experience with OLAS! They were well organized, easy to work with, and made the wedding day go by so easy. I’m so happy I went with them!
    Kerrianne M., a year ago
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    Abigail Saalfrank Photography

    5.0

    Fort Wayne, IN
    • 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!

    Awarded Best of Zola
    Angel and I could not have been more happy to have Abigail and Bailey as our photographers. We are not the type of people to take pictures but Abigail made us feel comfortable and natural when taking our engagement photos and wedding photos. On our wedding day they were right by our side, and it felt as if they were another one of our friends celebrating our love with us, capturing all the moments that we will look back on for the rest of our lives! If you need any photos ever, go to Abigail. I know that we found our photographer that we hope will last us a lifetime!
    Vaneza, 8 months ago
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    The Still Life Photography

    5.0

    Chicago, IL
    • Classic style
    • Starts at $2,900
    • Serves Waukegan, IL

    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.

    Awarded Best of Zola
    We love when she is at our venue. So great & easy to work with.
    Warehouse 109, 5 months ago
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    King & Opal

    5.0

    Oak Park, IL
    • Editorial style
    • Serves Waukegan, IL

    For the wild, in love. Chicago-based wedding + elopement + portrait photographers who've been toting cameras around for 20+ years. We ardently believe that photographs reveal how truly rich reality is. With a passion for creative experimentation, we use both analogue & digital processes while leveraging best-in-class cameras & equipment to create imagery that is timeless in character and emotion, without sacrificing modern capabilities and quality. Get in touch for pricing, or if you just want to connect more directly. Always happy to chat!

    Awarded Best of Zola
    Mariah has a naturally comfortable energy, a fabulous eye and captured the moments we wanted and didn’t know we couldn’t live without. I cherish all of the photos from our wedding day. When going through them I laugh and cry at the happy memories and sweet surprises of caught moments among our family and friends. The presentation and care of which she mails your hard drive, album and prints is beautiful and SUCH a present when opening! Professionalism is 100% as well as all our experiences and communication with Mariah pre, during and post wedding! We love you Mariah and are so so so happy you captured our most joyous day with friends and family.
    Regina F., 4 years ago
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    TWA Photographic Artists

    5.0

    Chicago, IL
    • Photojournalistic style
    • Starts at $1,799
    • Serves Waukegan, IL

    The best part about what we do are the stories we get to tell. The happily-ever-afters, the love-at-first-sights…it’s the truth in a moment and a look that says it all. As Chicago area wedding photographers for over twenty years now, we’ve seen and captured just about every incarnation of true love imaginable—and yet, no two stories have ever been the same. That’s why we approach your special day as a unique journey we take together. We walk you through every step, from engagement photos and perfectly capturing those forever wedding day moments, to expertly crafting your very first family heirloom…your wedding album!

    Awarded Best of Zola
    You will not be disappointed when you book TWA. From initial contact to the conclusion of your wedding day, they are responsive, professional, and extremely talented. They will capture your special moments and give you memories for a lifetime.
    Roisin Daly, 6 months ago
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    Developing Diamonds Photography LLC

    5.0

    Deforest, WI
    • 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!

    Elliot was a superstar on the day of our wedding! We didn’t have the budget for a wedding planner so my wife and I were the ones calling all the shots that day. We’d done just about everything… but the shot list. But Elliot was CLUTCH! He already had an idea of our schedule and so he just jumped in and began taking photos. He made sure to ask us about key moments we wanted prioritized throughout the day, and what we got back were incredible. He has an awesome attention for detail and was so thoughtful that when we got our photos back we saw so many things that we didn’t even remember or think of or ask for that we are so glad he captured. He was also SUPER efficient! We took photos so quickly and he was really helpful in orchestrating our wedding party. Once we finished group photos he stole us away for couples shots and it was so easy to just be ourselves and enjoy our first few moments as newly weds. He actually made our day much less stressful all while capturing us in our element. OH, and I can’t forget to mention the fact that he also took video footage, some with a drone that he was able to give us same day fully edited. That was a totally unexpected but very lovely surprise. We were also provided a fuller edited video of moments from throughout the whole day. We feel so grateful and lucky to have worked with Elliot and his team for our wedding!
    Laura C., 3 months ago
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    Amative Creative

    4.9

    Lynchburg, VA
    • Fine art style
    • Starts at $4,800
    • Serves Waukegan, IL

    Hello there! I'm Andrea, owner of Amative Creative, and every weekend we're so blessed to be able to tell the love stories of so many amazing couples. Like many others in this industry might say, we simply adore weddings. But what makes us a little different is our entire brand is centered around telling love stories specifically curated to reflect your vision and aesthetic. "Amative" means to be prone to love, so as you can see, we want nothing more than to tell your love story! But what makes us truly unique is that we understand every love story looks different. And we personalize every aspect of how we document your wedding day!

    Awarded Best of Zola
    I can not begin to describe how amazing these girls are! I had my wedding back in August and it was absolutely perfect! Looking back at my pictures throughout the day, I could not have asked for a better team by my side! Sarah & Amber absolutely killed the photos and are two of the biggest hype women I have ever met! Throughout the entire day they were constantly there singing praises and doing anything to get genuine smiles. Andrea was the one I talked to throughout this whole process and she is absolutely amazing! She was very kind and patient with me throughout the process (I can be indecisive and really didn't fully know my editing style) and she made it work and went above and beyond with editing! All three ladies are absolutely amazing and if you need a wedding photographer/videographer - look no further!! These ladies DO NOT disappoint!
    Rachel M., a year ago
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    Oury Memories

    5.0

    Reston, VA
    • Fine art style
    • Starts at $1,200
    • Serves Waukegan, IL

    I have been a photographer for 8 years. Throughout my time as a photographer I’ve captured clothing, models, and memories. I shifted from corporate shootings to families and weddings because it gave me this warm fuzzy feeling when I edited my couples and families photos. Don’t be afraid to reach out to me and ask about my photography style, my editing style, or my favorite restaurant! I highly recommend scheduling a free consulting session!

    Awarded Best of Zola
    Grace is an amazing photographer! If I could give her 10 stars I absolutely would. She was amazing working with both of our crazy families and from the very beginning I knew that she’d do a great job capturing the special moments of our special day. She worked with everyone and did a great job explaining what everyone needed to do to get a perfect shot. She also was absolutely wonderful with our 2 year old son who would’ve climbed in the car and went home with her if he could. If I could do it all over again I would definitely always pick Grace to shoot our wedding! She was an amazing addition to the day and we are so thankful that we found her.
    Kay D., 2 months ago
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    Ashley Cynthia Photography

    5.0

    Phoenix, AZ
    • Classic style
    • Starts at $2,800
    • Serves Waukegan, IL

    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 (and new places to binge eat at).

    Awarded Best of Zola
    This girl and her business is amazing! From the day I reached out to her about my wedding, she sent me a whole questionnaire about what we were looking for and customized our package with a gorgeous maternity shoot, engagement shoot, and of course our wedding! She has beautifully captured the best moments for me, my husband, and our new baby. She was so fun and sweet to work with too, she even hyped us up for every photo taken! I seriously appreciate her for everything she's done for us! I know she will be my go to for the future as well!
    Brianna M., 3 years ago
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    Lux Everlasting

    5.0

    Chicago, IL
    • Photojournalistic style
    • Starts at $2,000
    • Serves Waukegan, IL

    My love for photography truly took hold when I photographed my first wedding in 2007. I’ve always been an artist; but that day, proudly working with a camera that my mom gifted me, I fell in love with everything about weddings.

    Awarded Best of Zola
    Lux Everlasting provided amazing memories to us. They took our wedding photos, and kept things professional but fun. They were there to help make our day better and succeeded by going above and beyond. We loved having them as a part of our day, and the photography was INCREDIBLE
    Calliope S., 5 months ago
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    Love Knot Photography

    5.0

    San Francisco, CA
    • Editorial style
    • Starts at $3,000
    • Serves Waukegan, IL

    Hi, I’m Isaac. In my world, light is everything. The cool ambient hues at dawn, hinting at what the day may bring. Golden sun rays catching particles through a tree as friends gathers to celebrate. A Cotton candy sunset peppered by patio string-lights as a DJ plays my favorite song. We all have timeless memories logged in our minds. For me, they are based in a language of light. As a wedding photographer, this deep connection to special lighting helps me produce dynamic visual stories of romance, personality and beauty.

    Awarded Best of Zola
    Our wedding photos are pure magic! Thank you Love Knot for everything you did to help us have a fantastic wedding day and create these fantastic wedding photographs! The wedding album you created was the perfect way to share our love story. My mom called me the moment we shared our album with her and she was literally crying tears of joy. I'm so glad to have these incredible pictures and memories.
    Allison, 5 months ago
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    Ledd Lens LLC, Photo and Film

    5.0

    Miami, FL
    • Photojournalistic style
    • Starts at $849
    • Serves Waukegan, IL

    We are traveling wedding photographer and videographer. For 2024, we have 70+ weddings booked in 21 different states. Our shooting style is photojournalistic, natural, CINEMATIC to traditional. Our editing and style depends. Very easygoing and flexible depending on the client's preference. Our team is dedicated in delivering memories.

    Ledd was very accommodating and professional. He really knows what to do and and really go to extra lengths to get the right shots. He is also flexible and was able to adjust on out budget. 10/10 for Ledd!
    Aaron, 5 months ago
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    Visil Photography

    5.0

    Chicago, IL
    • Photojournalistic style
    • Starts at $1,950
    • Serves Waukegan, IL

    Hey, I'm Victor Silas, the heart and soul behind Visil Photography. As the owner and lead photographer, I'm deeply passionate about creating and capturing love stories. It's not just about taking pictures; it's about freezing the unique moments that make your wedding day unforgettable. We create an atmosphere that makes couples comfortable in front of our camera. Our style is candid, photojournalistic, natural, and fun. At Visil Photography, we're here to be a part of your joy, creating a visual tale of your love that lasts a lifetime.

    Awarded Best of Zola
    Víctor was fabulous! He was patient, very creative and met with us 3 times prior to the wedding to make sure we knew exactly what we wanted. He listened and was great at finding fabulous photo ops. He even came early. We highly recommend.
    Kate J., 7 months ago
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    Hanna Lucille Photography

    5.0

    Indianapolis, IN
    • Photojournalistic style
    • Serves Waukegan, IL

    Hi!! I'm Hanna Lucille, but you can just call me Hanna. I'm an Indiana wedding photographer who's ready to capture your wedding exactly as you remember it... and get down with you on the dance floor! I consider my style to be "documentary-ish' - carefree, imagery that portrays your story in an authentic way. My approach ensures you get those gorgeous instagrammable portraits AND the 'blink or you'll miss it' candids. (Alexa, play 'Best of Both Worlds by Hannah Montana)

    Awarded Best of Zola
    Hanna has a real knack for photography. Some people aren't very comfortable in front of the camera, but Hanna made the shoots she did for us extremely easy. She's great at keeping you involved and giving directions. We did three shoots - engagement, maternity, and our newborn baby and they all turned out fantastic. 10/10, highly recommend.
    Tegan, Jon &., 7 months ago
    Kirst Photography

    5.0

    Colorado Springs, CO
    • Photojournalistic style
    • Starts at $2,495
    • Serves Waukegan, IL

    What started as a method of documentation of my own life transformed into a love of capturing special moments for others. I specialize in portraits, pairs, weddings, and film. I am based out of the western Chicago suburbs and love to travel for photography and take on new creative challenges.

    Awarded Best of Zola
    Kirsten is hands down the best photographer we could have asked for. She is so easy to work with and make me feel at ease in front of the camera. I love that she does the film and the polaroids too! You won’t go wrong if you go with her!
    Shannon, 6 months ago
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    Audrey Simper Photography

    5.0

    Chicago, IL
    • Photojournalistic style
    • Starts at $2,800
    • Serves Waukegan, IL

    GET TO KNOW ME: Empathetic, detail oriented, & interested in learning how I can best support you. Capturing your shine while encouraging a feeling of ease. Go to coffee order: Almond Milk Cafe Miel Personality types: ENFJ, Leo, Enneagram 7 Hobbies: Pottery, dancing, painting, reading books on human behavior, psychology, & metaphysics, collecting plants Family: I live with my tiny Chihuahua Theo in Chicago.

    Awarded Best of Zola
    Audrey did our engagement and wedding photos and both times she blew it out of the park. She cared about our vision for our photos and made it happen. She was so patient with our large bridal party and helped keep everything moving along with our timeline too! I couldn’t imagine working with anyone else. It was so lovely working with Audrey and anyone else who gets to work with her will be totally blown away like we were!
    Isabella V., a year ago
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    Small Town Seekers Photography

    5.0

    Kenosha, WI
    • Photojournalistic style
    • Starts at $1,695
    • Serves Waukegan, IL

    Hello and welcome! We are Chris & Madeline, partners in business and in life! We are Wisconsin-based photographers striving to create a unique, customized look for each client. Our style mixes candid, photojournalistic, and artistic. We know that every story is unique to you and your partner, and therefore should be captured that way.

    Awarded Best of Zola
    There aren't enough words to describe these two. We had a friend recommended us to them and it was the best choice we made. I just want to say thank you so much I love the pictures! Thank you for working with us and putting up with our crazy friends and family! Lol
    Mia & R., 2 years ago
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    Bonie Weddings

    4.9

    Corona, CA
    • Classic style
    • Starts at $1,900
    • Serves Waukegan, IL

    Bonie Weddings is a wedding photography and videography company, dedicated to capturing those unscripted and genuine moments. From candid laughs and unplanned dance moves to even the cake mishaps (yes, it happens), We're there to preserve the authenticity and genuinely of your special day. Our team of professionals firmly believes that every couple should have the opportunity to capture the memories of their special day without breaking the bank.

    Bonie Weddings is the best! This was my first professional photo shoot and she made us feel so relaxed and comfortable. I would recommend Bonie to anyone! She delivered photos very quickly in 9 days and the results of the photos were amazing. Highly Recommended
    Samantha S., 4 months ago
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    Alexandra Robyn Photo + Design

    5.0

    Lakeville, MN
    • Classic style
    • Serves Waukegan, IL

    Hi, there! I am Allie, an internationally published fine art photographer. What's unique to my craft is the focus on small details to tell the complete story of your love. From your candid laughs together to the way your grandmother's eyes well with tears when she sees you walk down the aisle - no detail is too small. We’ve had so many sweet couples from around the world trust us - from our own backyard in MN to the Coasts & even Internationally. I've had the honor of being nominated as the Top 3 Photographers in MN & the experience of photographing over 150 weddings. But each feels completely unique & gives me the joy of butterflies

    Alli is a great photographer who is professional and provides great results! She is timely to respond and easy to work with and collaborated on our vision! We are so happy with how our photos turned out!
    Amber, 3 months ago
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    Michelle Zapanta Photography

    5.0

    Lockport, IL
    • Fine art style
    • Starts at $4,800
    • Serves Waukegan, IL

    What started out as a hobby, evolved into a great passion. With a camera on hand for every event, I spent my lunch money as a young kid developing films at the photo store. I became so fond of capturing as many organic moments as I can in photographs and fell in love with the idea of telling people's stories in images rather than words. I started venturing into professional photography right after my own wedding to my high school sweetheart, Erick, which was back in 2014. I LOVE everything wedding-related. My favorite to photographs are the wedding details, the bride and groom portraits and anything that will make me either cry or laugh!

    Awarded Best of Zola
    Michelle was absolutely amazing to work with from our engagement session to our big day! Our engagement shoot was supposed to be on a day when it rained and she was so flexible to change our session to another day. She helped guide us on what to do/what poses to do. She was always prompt in responding and just the sweetest, nicest person to work with. On our wedding day, I ended up getting a little overheated and Michelle & her husband were so sweet and made sure I had a moment to sit down and literally fanned me with a magazine so I could cool off. On a day when so much was going on, it meant so much to me that they made sure I was okay and comfortable. I can’t say enough great things about our photos- they turned out even better than I could’ve imagined. I’m obsessed with our wedding photos and will cherish them forever. Thank you so so much Michelle!!
    Claire H., 2 years ago
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    Anders Maagaard

    5.0

    Wheaton, IL
    • Photojournalistic style
    • Starts at $2,490
    • Serves Waukegan, IL

    Hej, I’m Anders, originally from Denmark, I made the move to the United States in 2019 to marry my wonderful wife, Kristin. Photography has always been a passion of mine, and I've coupled that with my love for adventure. Whether it's traveling the world, scuba diving, hiking, or ultra running, I've always found ways to incorporate photography into these experiences. However, everything changed for me when I shot my first wedding. Being part of such a special day, filled with love and magic, made me realize that this is what I truly want to do.

    Awarded Best of Zola
    I will start this review off by simply stating that the choice of the photography “vendor” might have been one of the most important choices to me in our wedding planning process and the one that gave me much anxiety initially. I was looking for someone who could capture the feeling of our day, of course get lovely photographs of our friends and family, and also let shine their artistic talents to create photos that could stand alone without the obvious label of a “wedding shot.” The decision of which photographer to pick with the initial brief above seemed daunting...especially in a sea of what seemed to be very standard wedding photographers all at about the same price point or much more for what didn’t seem like better quality. When I stumbled upon Anders, I immediately felt a connection to his artistic style that felt in a different league to what I had been looking at. We had an initial consult with Anders and all of the feelings of anxiety over the photographer (how the pictures might turn out, whether we were going to regret our choice, etc.) washed away completely. We are living in the PNW and were able to do an engagement shoot while we were in Chicago briefly and Anders was very flexible with our scheduling and made us feel so comfortable in front of the camera. He spent extra time, took us to such interesting spots, and the results were so beautiful. I mentioned in our initial consultation that what was most important to me was enjoying our wedding day and the special time with friends and family which is exactly what we got. Anders did such a great job in making sure we stayed on track with important shots and was able to create so many other personal shots that I just love looking back on! Not only this, but he also ended up creating a wedding video for us that was so special. Not only is Anders a wonderful photographer, but a wonderful person who is so friendly, kind, and truly passionate about his work. We are not the only ones who noticed; We had multiple guests after the wedding comment on how fun Anders was to interact with. I cannot think of an easier decision that we made for our wedding. I cannot recommend Anders enough!
    Victoria, 5 months ago
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    Jana Blue Photography (Photo + Film)

    5.0

    Wheaton, IL
    • Classic style
    • Starts at $2,800
    • Serves Waukegan, IL

    My name is Jana Blue and I've been photographing weddings for 10 years. I'm consistent not in a trend of photos or style, but emotions. Each wedding and couples are so unique and my work follows that. In my career I've photographed both big production weddings and also intimate DIY ones. I've photographed informal engagements and elopements/weddings in a desert in Chile, in the mountains of Zion, in a beach in Croatia, in an ancient church in Greece and in forests in Brazil. I work with all different budgets and needs from my brides. I'm a preferred vendor of Chicago First Lady Boat, so I do weddings on the boat during the summer.

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    Jana is awesome! Her communication and personality are 10/10. She was very responsive about things we didn't know how to handle (wardrobe decisions etc.) and was always happy to help. There is no doubt that knows what she is doing and how to direct/compose photos in addition to having a great eye for framing with the scenery! Her prices are very fair, as well! We used her for our engagement and wedding photos and will definitely contact her in the future if we need a photographer!
    Ramone, 6 months ago
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    Olker Wedding Photo

    5.0

    Brooklyn, NY
    • Editorial style
    • Starts at $4,000
    • Serves Waukegan, IL

    Heather has been shooting weddings for the past decade and is an award-winning photographer. Her work has been published in fashion-forward magazines and exhibited at Scope, Miami, FL, Woman Made Gallery, Chicago, IL, New Apostle Gallery, New York, NY, and other galleries. Olker Wedding Photo was featured on Zola as a preferred vendor and the business has earned “The Best of Weddings” award and the “Couple’s Choice” award. She is an expert in her field and holds a Master of Fine Art in Photography from the School of Visual Arts.

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    Where do I begin, Heather is an incredible talented photographer to work with! Goes above and beyond to do a great job! Through a recommendation of a professional wedding hair stylist, we were introduced to "Heather Olker Photography". From the start, Heather's approach and her overall personality was one that aligned completely with us. You will come across several vendors during the wedding planning process that have overpowering personalities.. Heather and her team are very well organized, responsive, sweet, helpful and communicated very well with us and with our coordinator at the venue. She helped us in creating the perfect timeline for our wedding day, made us feel completely comfortable through the process. Responded promptly to all our questions and concerns. She traveled from NY to Boston to photograph our engagement photo session, and wedding photos. Which we absolutely love!!! All things being equal, my husband and I are not the most photogenic people ;) The engagement photo session (which I encourage everyone to get one, if only as an opportunity to get to know your photographer before the big day) it allowed us an opportunity to see Heather as someone who completely goes with the flow with our collective vision. There is so much attention to detail you put into your wedding day and those memories are all now fleeting. But investing in someone like Heather and her professional team for your wedding day, capturing the pictures of not just you, but more importantly to us - our family and close friends - was the wisest investment that we could have made last summer. If you're wondering whether or not to book her as your photographer for your special day, don't hesitate. There is no one better! We Highly recommend her. Thank you once again Heather "Heather Olker Photography". Much appreciated, Claudia & Greg
    Claudia P., 3 years ago
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    Jessica Yahn Photography

    5.0

    Springfield, MO
    • Photojournalistic style
    • Starts at $3,000
    • Serves Waukegan, IL

    Your wedding is one of the most important days of your life, and I am so happy that you are considering including us to be a part of it. I commit to a limited number of Weddings per year to ensure that your day remains a priority. Photography is all about connection and your photographer will be one of the biggest and longest-lasting connections you’ll share with any of your wedding vendors. I strive to create beautiful portraits, but also a lasting relationship with my couples. When you book with us, you are not just a client, you become part of the JYP family! I am honored to have the opportunity to laugh…to cry…to share your love story.

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    Jessica was absolutely amazing and we are incredibly pleased with our decision to use her as our engagement and wedding photographer! She was a great communicator who went above and beyond to ensure that our wedding day went smoothly. Jessica being so organized and on top of things made our wedding experience much less stressful than it otherwise would have been. Neither my husband or I are super comfortable in front of a camera, but Jessica’s directions and attitude put us at ease and made for a very enjoyable experience. Our wedding day went just according to plan, and so so much of that credit goes to Jessica! Taking everything we had spoken about into consideration, she put a wedding day timeline together for us; that was a huge stress relief! Jessica was amazing leading up to the wedding and I couldn’t of been any more pleased. I had so much confidence in Jessica leading up to the wedding day, and she did not disappoint! She was organized, had a plan, and followed it just as we had discussed. When hiccups arose, she was a calming presence who quickly adapted and made the absolute best out of the situation. Now, on to the photos! Jessica is a remarkably talented photographer who captured our wedding day better than we could have imagined. The photos all turned out so good and she was able to capture so many moments that we, as the bride and groom, were not able to witness in the moment. Our couples portraits, wedding party photos, and family photos were stunning. We are also so incredibly grateful for Jessica taking the time to photograph our guests during the reception. She was able to capture every moment with such authenticity; we love to look back at the photos and relive the day. I would whole-heartedly recommend Jessica to anyone looking for a wedding photographer!!
    Abbie R., 6 months ago
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    Captured Couture, LLC

    5.0

    Chicago, IL
    • Editorial style
    • Starts at $4,195
    • Serves Waukegan, IL

    So there’s no “I” in team right?! While Captured Couture is the product of years of hard work that I built from the ground up. I have an amazing team because sometimes takes more than just me. For larger events or on occasions when I am already booked one of my team members will gladly assist with your event. We’ve covered hundreds of weddings together, and have refined our editing style and way of shooting to be completely consistent. You won’t be able to tell the difference. Pinky promise! No matter where you’re planning from when it clicks, it clicks.

    The Captured Couture team was truly a dream to work with! Jennifer was so easy to communicate with and made myself and my now husband feel so comfortable. She is so professional yet easygoing, making us feel safe and at ease. Our photo sessions truly felt like hanging out with a friend! She was so quick to get our photos and videos back to us. If you’re thinking of adding a videographer to your package, do not even hesitate!!! The Jennifer and our videographer worked together so easily to capture the most special moments and their effortless teamwork put us at ease! I couldn’t recommend Jennifer and her team more!
    Katelyn, 2 months ago
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    Chelcie Lou Photography

    5.0

    Sterling Heights, MI
    • Starts at $5,000
    • Serves Waukegan, IL

    Voted Best Detroit Wedding Photographer by Channel 4 News Detroit 2023. Metro Detroit Photographer. Based in southeast Michigan, but I'll meet you anywhere. Specializing in Weddings near and far, Engagement Portraits, Lifestyle Portraits, Newborn Portraits, Branding and more.

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    Chelcie and her team were hands down the best vendor we hired for our wedding. Chelcie is a true professional. Her calm demeanor made the day feel effortless for me and that I was in good hands no matter what was going on around me. I will never forget her personally scrubbing the mud off of the bottom of my dress before I walked down the aisle, knowing exactly what to do and calmly telling me it was going to be perfect. In addition to the amazing service we received the day of the wedding, Chelcie’s photography style, editing, and eye for detail make her a really special photographer. The preview of our pictures are absolutely beautiful and captured the immense love between me, my husband, and our families. I cannot wait to see the rest! I could not recommend Chelcie more.
    Catherine L., 12 days ago
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    Elle & Co Photography

    5.0

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

    I am a luxury destination photographer based in Michigan, Florida & Colorado! I am ALL over Michigan and all over the nation! I have a home in Lansing and Holland and I travel all over Michigan capturing my clients from Lansing to Grand Rapids to the west coast of Lake Michigan to northern Michigan, Mackinac Island and Traverse City to areas of Detroit! I also have condo access in Clearwater, FL and Breckenridge, CO. 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.

    Dani (Elle & Co Photography) has an art of being professional while also being laid back and understanding. We had a lot of things pop up on our wedding day and Dani knew how to take charge and keep things going but she has a safe energy and made everyone in our group feel super comfortable. She was a great addition to our day! Not to mentioned was very accommodating to what we’ve wanted and our photos are actually pieces of ART. I cannot believe how amazing our photos turned out. I had a dream of having head turning wedding photos but I wasn’t confident I was capable of having them because I don’t know to pose or act in front of the camera and Dani made it happen for us. We are so happy with our photos and will be bugging Dani for years to come to continue to capture us.
    Kate Florence , a month ago
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    Andrew Merz

    5.0

    Chicago, IL
    • Photojournalistic style
    • Starts at $3,000
    • Serves Waukegan, IL

    I like to take a journalistic approach to my wedding photography, letting the day flow naturally, all while capturing every wonderful moment for the couple as non-obtrusive as possible. My goal is to make your big day as stress free & fun as possible while capturing memories to last a life time!

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    Andrew took our photos when we got engaged. I coordinated with Andrew to capture the moment I popped the question, and he did a good job of getting that photo and a bunch of other ones afterwards as well. We were happy with the pictures we got and he also included a photo collage, so he went above and beyond.
    Alex, 2 years ago
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    Alivia Gray Studios

    5.0

    Batavia, IL
    • Photojournalistic style
    • Starts at $2,000
    • Serves Waukegan, IL

    I captured my first wedding in August of 2018, it was the day I fell head over heels in love with wedding photography. It's all about capturing the love story for me..the feels from beginning to end. When you book with AGS, you're signing on for an adventure. Your engagement session is a celebration full of us getting to know one another, lots of laughter, and having fun! As your wedding nears closer AGS will help with your timeline, connect with your vendors ( or introduce you to some of the best) and help plan out the perfect photo locations, along with any other needs to create the perfect day.

    I am a bit late, by bit maybe a lot... but we got married in September. Not only did Arleigh keep me grounded, but she was such a help with introducing me to an amazing wedding planner. Since day 1, Arleigh listened to my needs and worked with me to create the perfect package withing my budget. On our first meeting Arleigh was straightforward, communicated well, was professional and really made us feel so secure in our decisions. The day of, she was on top of every detail and moment, and although to me it went by in a blink, she captured every special moment with warmth and feeling. Our album came arrived within 2 days after we placed our order, and as I looked through our album, it was like reliving every moment all over again. Friends and family loved working with Arleigh and Joanna the day of. Everyone loved our photos, that I was even asked by something borrowed blooms to be featured in their marketing ads. If you are looking for beautiful, romantic, and just great aesthetic photos, Arleigh is your girl!!!!!
    Yuri G., 4 months ago
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    Sarah Nader Photography

    5.0

    Chicago, IL
    • Photojournalistic style
    • Starts at $4,400
    • Serves Waukegan, IL

    I'm an award winning wedding photojournalist from Chicago, Illinois. I was raised in the Chicago suburbs but now call Lincoln Square home with my husband and our two Golden Retrievers, Missy and Felony. When the dogs aren't keeping me busy I love traveling all over the world, cooking amazing meals, jumping on my Peloton and eating Thai food while binging Netflix.

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    Working with Sarah was an absolute joy! She knows exactly what she is doing and helped guide our wedding and photos brilliantly. I am so glad we decided to go with her! I just received my entire wedding collection early and they are stunning! She perfectly captured so many moments of the day that my husband and I are able to laugh, cry and relive the favorite day of our lives!
    Jessica M., 7 months ago
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    Whimsical Roots Photography

    5.0

    Hartford, WI
    • Photojournalistic style
    • Starts at $3,500
    • Serves Waukegan, IL

    Over 200 times since 2013, I’ve hopped out of bed in the morning with butterflies in my stomach & stars in my eyes as I’ve loaded up my camera bag & headed out the door to capture a beautiful wedding day. I help sophisticated couples like you celebrate this iconic chapter in your journey by creating sincere images that look & feel true to life, & true to you. Your love story is anything but ordinary, & you can trust that I will celebrate your connection with creativity & poise, in its own, unrivaled way.  Depend on me to ensure a relaxed & joyful experience that will transform the fleeting moments of your wedding day into treasured heirlooms.

    Andrea is truly talented at capturing such natural unstaged moments. I had this dream that I wanted to have a classic car show experience at our wedding. Andrea immediately took our vision and left us with unforgettable memories hanging on our living room wall of us in our pink 57 Cadillac. Taking photos can be awkward but she surely makes it fun and you won’t regret the final product. Highly recommend her for any photography needs.
    Lindsay, 4 months ago
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    Piero Pierrot Photography

    5.0

    Wheeling, IL
    • Photojournalistic style
    • Starts at $1,600
    • Serves Waukegan, IL

    Hi, I’m Piero, lead and wedding photographer, it has been amazing meeting so many couples, with so many stories to tell. I adapt to my couple's wishes so they get their own experience. I don't have a unique photo style, I try to use them all to tell every story, and that helps me capture so many beautiful moments. I capture candid moments as well as helping the couple with their favorite portrait ones. I've been doing weddings all over Illinois, Wisconsin, and Indiana.

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    Piero was a pleasure to work with. I married my majority Spanish speaking spouse, so Piero being bilingual helped with communicating between my spouse and me. He was very professional, polite, funny and flexible. The pre-communication was prefect. Being not in Chicago for pre planning, he recommended the perfect location for pictures and has a great vision.
    Steve Johnson O., a month ago
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    Kate Kaplan Photography

    5.0

    Eola, IL
    • Photojournalistic style
    • Starts at $4,000
    • Serves Waukegan, IL

    I work to craft images about connection - photographs that have warmth & tell a story about the love you share as a couple or as a family. I believe your wedding photos should stand the test of time. You want to feel completely confident that your story is going to be captured in a way that is beautiful and true to who you are as a couple. Not only that but we should probably have some fun along the way! I feel so honored to play a small part in your best day ever. I am here to help you enjoy this season of your life and have you feel well taken care of from day one.

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    Kate is more than a wedding photographer- she helped us with our wedding day timeline, recommended vendors, and kept us calm through wedding planning during a pandemic. As a photographer, she also can’t be beat. She has a way of making you so comfortable in front of the camera and captures perfect moments. We had her photograph our engagement and our small covid wedding and we are obsessed with all our photos! We can’t wait for her to photograph our bigger celebration and many more life memories to come!
    Amy & J., 3 years ago
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    Meg Slattery Photography

    5.0

    Fort Collins, CO
    • Photojournalistic style
    • Starts at $2,000
    • Serves Waukegan, IL

    Hey! I’m Meg, a Colorado-based wedding and elopement photographer. I am passionate about two things: building authentic relationships and creating a space for you to come as you are. 🫶 Think of me as your friendly neighborhood photographer whose been at the game for over 7 years – we’ll laugh, enjoy the present moment, and dive into your unique love story.

    Meg is amazing! I've gotten to know her as a fellow wedding vendor and as a friend. She's so down to earth, fun, and great to work with on a wedding or elopement day! She really strives to give an amazing client experience, allowing her to connect with couples so she can provide the most stunning photos. Her work is incredible and she goes above and beyond for her couples! If you need an adventurous wedding and elopement photographer, you're definitely going to want to work with Meg!
    Lo Anderson, 2 months ago
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    Alaura Creative

    5.0

    Chicago, IL
    • Fine art style
    • Starts at $3,900
    • Serves Waukegan, IL

    My name is Alaura, and I am a Chicago-based photographer with a love of great art, true stories, and old-school glamour. I believe in romanticizing everyday life for the joy of it. For me, that means fine teacups on a Wednesday, bouquets for no reason, and a home full of antiques. This also translates to my photography style!

    Alaura is the most fabulous, talented, and generous photographer and a beautiful person. We love her spirit, style, creativity, and focus and it is a genuine joy to recommend her to our clients. She is a dedicated artist and an open and thoughtful collaborator. We recommend her wholeheartedly and with enthusiasm to all of our wedding clients!
    Colvin House Events, 3 years ago
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    Forever Frozen Photography

    5.0

    Wisconsin Dells, WI
    • Classic style
    • Starts at $1,000
    • Serves Waukegan, IL

    Hello! My name is Brook! I am the owner and lead photographer of Forever Frozen Photography. Thank you for checking out my page! Let's jump right in! I have an amazing 4 year old son and my husband and I are newly married as of November 2022! I've been a professional photographer for about 8 years now enjoying every minute of it! My true passion when getting behind the lens is wedding photography. I pride myself in noticing the little details of special moments that happen during your wedding day, things that in maybe 30 years from now you may not remember of the day.

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    I cannot recommend Brook enough! She was so accommodating to our very small wedding. I didn’t have much of an idea for what I wanted for pictures and she was so patient and helped refine my vision and bring it to life!
    Jourdann S., 2 months ago
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    M and M. Terry Photography LLC

    5.0

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

    We are M and M. Terry Photography LLC! We are a husband and wife team of passionate photographers with a documentary, creative, and candid style. We are detail oriented with focus on the real, in-the-now moments. Our editing style is natural with a touch of mood. We love capturing images that make you FEEL something! We offer a range of options, 1 or 2 photographers, 6-12 hours of coverage, highlight films, and full length footage.

    As a coordinator, we LOVED working with M&M Terry! Michelle was so responsive before the wedding and so easy to work with and talk to during the wedding! And her photos are absolutely unbelievable as well of course! Cannot wait to work with you guys again in October! :)
    Ten One Events, 15 days ago
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    Birchfields

    5.0

    Winchester, VA
    • Fine art style
    • Starts at $4,800
    • Serves Waukegan, IL

    Hi! My name is Steve. I do visual storytelling. I’m married with three kids and in my spare time I record music and build things. I've been filming and photographing weddings since 2009. I love travel and getting to know unique couples.

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    I’m a wedding photographer and I absolutely love working with Steve. He’s kind, warm, creative and so amazing to work with! He’s flexible and keeps the day upbeat and fun. I recommend him all the time to couples!
    Audra, 25 days ago
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    Forever Faithful Photography

    5.0

    Chesterton, IN
    • Classic style
    • Starts at $1,400
    • Serves Waukegan, IL

    Capturing wedding days is my bliss. We may start as strangers but after , many "clients" consider me family and I take care of family. Forever Faithful Photos isn't a company full of random photographers learning their skills under a company name. Forever Faithful Photos is my "baby". I photograph your wedding day, I edit the photos and you have my promise that your happiness with your wedding photos is my top priority.

    We have used forever faithful photography for the past almost 10 years!! She has done mine and my sisters weddings as well as maternity, boudoir, and family photos yearly. Every single time we are obsessed with the outcome of our photos. Tiffany is absolutely incredible and very talented at what she does. You will not regret booking with her!
    Katie, 4 months ago
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    Laura Waldron Photography

    5.0

    Seattle, WA
    • Classic style
    • Starts at $3,750
    • Serves Waukegan, IL

    Bright and colorful wedding photographer based in Chicago and Seattle but available to capture the nostalgia of your wedding day no matter where you live. I'm passionate about your story, personality, and vision.

    I love working with Laura! She is so easy going, an amazing communicator, and has a great eye for the perfect spot for any photo. I think my favorite part, is that she can make even the most awkward photo taker (me) feel comfortable and the outcome is obvious in the photos. When she took wedding photos for us, she provided the proofs earlier than anticipated and there were so many good ones it was hard to choose! When she took pictures of our family, the boys had such a fun time that the photos turned out natural and truly reflected our family wonderfully. I would recommend Laura to anyone looking to get professional photos done. From weddings to family portraits, she does it all and excels at every project and challenge.
    Mary P., 4 months ago
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    Layne Dixon Photography

    5.0

    Chicago, IL
    • Photojournalistic style
    • Starts at $3,500
    • Serves Waukegan, IL

    Hi! I'm so glad you're here. I'm a Chicago-based wedding photographer here to help you tell your love story. Through humor, support and documentary storytelling I'm there to capture your day in an authentic way that reflects who you both are, how you love, and how your community shows up for you. Stylistically, I consider myself a docu-storyteller with a flair for art-forward portraits. With a background in film and digital, I like to incorporate the classic, the dramatic and the real.

    Working with Layne to capture our wedding was a dream. Her work is stunning, but what we appreciated the most are those tiny, tender moments that she finds and captures beautifully. Looking back at the photos, we are really brought straight back into those moments. Layne has a truly special gift and we highly recommend her.
    Allie T., 5 months ago
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    Wendy Schreier Photography

    5.0

    Lemont, IL
    • Photojournalistic style
    • Serves Waukegan, IL

    Hello! It is awesome to meet you! I am Wendy, an award winning Chicago wedding photographer. My photo journey started 11 years ago shooting concerts! I fell in love with the art of photography and decided to make a career of photographing weddings. As a photographer who is sensitive to my surroundings, I create images that are intuitive to who you are and the story you tell. I love catching the details you so lovingly design into your wedding day and capturing the big picture of how awesome you, your wedding and guests are.

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    Wendy was fantastic with us from the start. I found her off of a website and asked for her to do our engagement photos. If we liked her, we would hire her for the wedding. Wellll we did. We had so much fun during our engagement shoot we couldn't wait to work with her again for the wedding. She was so flexible with all the COVID changes and when we eventually had to cancel our reception, she let us do a 1 year anniversary shoot which was SO MUCH FUN. Wendy is amazing. 5 stars all around
    Molly S., 2 years ago
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    Wedding Studio Pro

    5.0

    Bloomingdale, IL
    • Editorial style
    • Serves Waukegan, IL

    Wedding photographers for the genuine, modern and madly in love.​ At Wedding Studio Pro, we place a great emphasis in understanding your vision for your big day and make it our mission to capture your precious moments as they naturally unfold. By selecting Wedding Studio Pro, you are not just getting a service but you are investing in your priceless memories​

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    Quality of work is amazing!!! Everything about Wedding Studio PRO is high quality and classy. They definitely know how to capture all the real emotions in an organic way. Also our photographer was incredibly helpful in all aspects of coordination prior to and during the wedding. We highly recommend them. Thank you, thank you.
    Briana, 4 years ago
    Paint My Mind Photography

    5.0

    Kalamazoo, MI
    • Photojournalistic style
    • Starts at $2,650
    • Serves Waukegan, IL

    I’m Brittany, a laid-back, candid and colorful photographer in Kalamazoo, Michigan. I love working with ALL couples, but especially have a soft spot for non-traditional weddings. My gays, weirdos, ADHDers, D&D players- I'm your girl. Let's connect over our shared passions or fandoms- I'm a lover of all things spooky, Halloween, books, cats, oat milk lattes, Star Wars, and continuing education courses.

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    We hired Brittany for our wedding and she was phenomenal! Planning with her beforehand gave me so much peace of mind and her ability to make you feel comfortable getting your photo taken and given quick direction was excellent (even with my camera shy husband)! She is so kind and was able to chat with some of our friends and family, who have all been raving about how great her and her sister/helper were. We are already obsessed with our sneak peak photos and I know when we get our gallery it is going to be impossible to decide what pictures are going on the wall. We will absolutely be hiring Brittany for any future photos we want to get and can't wait to work with her again for some family/fur baby photos!
    Danielle M., a year ago
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    Hello Hana Photography

    5.0

    Milwaukee, WI
    • Editorial style
    • Starts at $4,000
    • Serves Waukegan, IL

    Hey there, Hana here! I’m a Milwaukee based wedding and elopement photographer and the face behind Hello Hana Photography. Since starting my photography career, my number one goal has always been to make sure couples are 100% comfortable in front of my lens. Forget the days of stiff posing & fake smiles - NONE OF THAT HERE. I’m all about capturing the raw and real moments. The moments that you’ll look back years from now and still be able to relive every single second. Your wedding day is about YOU and I am determined to help make that happen. I truly believe that your wedding day should be unique and special, just like your love story.

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    I had photos taken by Hana and she was amazing! She made me feel so comfortable the entire time. I would recommend her to everyone I know!
    Brooke, 3 years ago
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    Anna Elisabeth Photography

    5.0

    Lexington, KY
    • Editorial style
    • Starts at $2,200
    • Serves Waukegan, IL

    I specialize in capturing authentic moments and genuine emotions through a storytelling + editorial style approach - I celebrate the beauty of moments that sing, people who dance, and the essence of love. I can promise every shot will tell a tale that lingers in the heart! I cannot wait to tell your story!!

    I worked with Anna as a second shooter last year, and watching the care and passion she put into her clients wedding day was truly inspiring! She was kind, genuine, thoughtful, and paid so much attention to even the little details. I'm truly excited to work with her again!
    Jenn, 2 months ago
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    Gordino Photo and Video

    5.0

    Chicago, IL
    • Classic style
    • Starts at $2,250
    • Serves Waukegan, IL

    I started off only wanting to take photos and videos of my friends. Now it seems like my passion has gone full circle and my clients have become my friends. Whether photographing parties or shooting short films, it is my goal as a professional artist, to capture those emotions, and present beautiful memories that will last forever. My ultimate reward will come years later—when you look at your photographs , videos and those memories once again come to life.

    Awarded Best of Zola
    Godfred is amazing! A true artist. We loved our wedding time with him and the photos turned out amazing. He is so kind, patient and really took his time with his. He had an abundance of ideas and was open to our own ideas as well! Super flexible and highly recommend!
    Jenilee T., a year ago
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    Charlie's Angels Photography

    5.0

    Winter Park, FL
    • Classic style
    • Starts at $1,500
    • Serves Waukegan, IL

    Charlie's Angels Photography is based in Florida with studios in Chicago, New York, Los Angeles, Texas, Indiana, Ohio, Wisconsin, Georgia, Alabama, Virginia, Washington, New Jersey, Michigan, Arizona, Colorado, Hawaii, Utah, and many other states. "Each Wedding has its unique way of coming together and every bride has her special touch in what makes her day special. We know that everything must be perfect when your day has finally arrived." We have the perfect packages for your Wedding! “Do not make your choice of choosing your wedding photographer PURELY on price. Shoots missed from your ceremony won’t be re-recorded.” Guarantee...

    Excellent Job! I will recommend Mr. Charlie for Wedding Events, birthday, etc…
    Ruthy G., 2 months ago
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    Kaitlyn Johnston Photography

    5.0

    Chicago, IL
    • Photojournalistic style
    • Starts at $3,300
    • Serves Waukegan, IL

    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.

    Awarded Best of Zola
    I worked with Kaitlyn for my wedding last summer and I've gotten nothing but compliments from everyone on my photos, I loved her, my wedding party loved her. Hands down my favorite wedding vendor I had.
    Katelyn, a year ago
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    Ally Manzella Photography

    5.0

    Chicago, IL
    • Classic style
    • Starts at $500
    • Serves Waukegan, IL

    Hi there! I am a Midwest Wedding Photographer, who truly loves capturing your love story. With a background in fashion editorial, I am trained to photograph a story. I would love the opportunity to capture your unique love journey. Please inquiry on my website for further details and faster responses. www.allysonmanzella.com

    Awarded Best of Zola
    I loved working with Ally. She was awesome with helping when it came time to taking the pictures and as a plus she loved working with my dog. Would definitely use her again for future. 10-10 would recommend
    Madeline V., a year ago
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    Andreoni Photography & Videography

    5.0

    Peru, IL
    • Photojournalistic style
    • Starts at $3,000
    • Serves Waukegan, IL

    Capturing life's most precious moments through the lens of love. At Andreoni Photography, we are more than just photographers and videographers — we're a family-centered team that understands the significance of each moment and bring a unique blend of passion and expertise to every project. From engagements to weddings, we're here to freeze- frame the love, joy, and connections that make life extraordinary. Let us tell your story through our lens, preserving memories that will warm your heart for generations to come.

    Awarded Best of Zola
    As another vendor working with Andreoni Photography, their work is quality. They are reliable, friendly and easy going. They control the group photos well which isn't always the easiest on a couples big day. The gallery turn around time is so fast too! Highly recommend them for any of your photography needs!
    Lindsay, a year ago

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    About wedding photographers in Waukegan, IL

    How much does a wedding photographer typically cost in Waukegan, IL?

    A Waukegan, IL wedding photographer ranges from $220 to $20,000 and averages at $2,800. The cost reflects the number of hours included, if there is a second photographer, any prints or albums, and, most importantly, the experience of the photographer. But every snapshot they take is a priceless memory of your big day — way better than your bestie's blurry smartphone pics, right?

    Do most photographers include a second photographer?

    97% of photographers in Waukegan, IL offer a second photographer, although it typically depends on the package you book! Second photographers are helpful because one person can’t be everywhere at once, and the second photographer ensures all the details are covered.

    Which are the most popular photographers in Waukegan, IL?

    Some of the most popular photographers in this area include JZ Studio Photography, Imagesxpert Media and Ashley Cynthia Photography.

    What else should I keep in mind when booking a wedding photographer?

    Are you interested in an engagement shoot as a test run? Drone photography? Wedding albums? All helpful things to ask about when you’re considering which wedding photographer to book!

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