The Best Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in Carlinville, IL

The Best Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in Carlinville, IL

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180 Wedding Photographers in Carlinville, IL

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chloeyacaprarophoto 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Carlinville, IL

Hey, I am Chloe Marie!! I’m a St. Louis Missouri-based wedding photography business focused on capturing couples' memories and prioritizing detail-oriented moments. I specialize in connecting and candid-focused photography with the promise that no memories will be missed. Documenting your stories in your way is my goal. Every story is different, and let's make it yours! I'll shoot your wedding for free if you live in AZ, CO & UT!! All you need to pay is a travel fee :) Also you can add payment plans to any packages!!

Awarded Best of Zola
Chloe is the sweetest person to have by your side on your wedding day. Not only does she capture every moment exactly as it happens, but she’ll make sure you’re taking care of yourself- important on such a big day! Her work is absolutely stunning, and you will not regret having Chloe document your special day. Thank you so much for going above and beyond! -Mrs. & Mrs. Ellert (4-13-24)
Abigail S., 7 months ago
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Dave Moore Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,200
  • Serves Carlinville, IL

Hang around a photographer long enough, and the phrase “rule of thirds” will probably come up. The idea is to keep your subject away from the center of the frame to create more visual interest, and in a way, that’s how I approach all my photo sessions: keeping things ever so left of center. If you need a photographer who can capture the warmth and love (or kooky energy!) of your family, or who’s willing to climb or crawl on and over just about anything to capture that perfect shot on your wedding day, or who can create engagement photos that show you being swept off your feet and into the blue sky above, I’m happy to oblige.

To say just a few words about Dave: You won’t find a gentler soul than this guy. From engagement to reception, he’s there to snag the serious and the silly. He has a way of making the camera shy feel right at home, while his quirky anecdotes will keep the extroverts engaged. At our reception, Dave was our anchor. He navigates events with ease, coordinating with other vendors in ways we didn’t expect. I am forever grateful that we made the choice to work with Dave, and would recommend him with enthusiasm to anyone seeking a wedding photographer!
Melanie + R., 4 years ago
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Emily Owens Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Carlinville, IL

I love working with down to earth couples who want to have a fun, memorable and glam wedding day! Most weddings typically have a tight budget & timeline so I work with both to help make your day as stress free as possible! I put the couple first with everything on their day to ensure we capture as much as possible so you have images you want to share with friends and family to reminisce over for the rest of your life!

Awarded Best of Zola
When we first met with Emily about photographing our wedding, we knew from the get go that she was going to be our choice. She was confident and direct in everything she told us and that's exactly what we wanted. We wanted someone that would take charge and keep us on track. Obviously we knew our wedding day was going to be busy and our goal was to stay on time and make sure everyone knew what they needed to do. She made our day so much fun and stress free! My wife and I have and will continue to recommend her to everyone we know : )
Matt W., 8 months ago
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Studio 637 Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,550
  • Serves Carlinville, IL

I have been a wedding photographer since 2011 & love being a part of my couple's lives. I enjoy getting to know clients on a personal level so I can really document who they are as people & as a couple. I am one of those people who rarely meets a stranger & love becoming friends with new people wherever I go. On a personal level, I have the cutest mini Aussie who is my pride & joy! I am close with my family & have some of the most wonderful friends.

Brooke did an absolutely amazing job! We did an engagement photoshoot with her months before our wedding date and it was very helpful in getting to know each other and how we work together, made the wedding day so much smoother! It is very obvious she has lots of experience in the wedding industry and is very professional. She did a great job at coming up with different poses and some of her ideas became my favorite photos. Wedding are stressful enough, but I never had to worry about my photos because I knew Brooke had it handled! Definitely recommend.
Kristina C., 19 days ago
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Tony Mellinger Weddings 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,499
  • Serves Carlinville, IL

You deserve a day filled with laughter and joy, surrounded by the people you love most and vendors who feel more like friends. When you hire Tony Mellinger, not only do you get a photographer who’s committed to capturing your day in a way that’s uniquely you. You also get a friend.

Tony is one of the best photographers/videographers in Missouri! His combination of talents is unmatched and the finished product he produces speaks for itself! He is an amazing person to work with and I highly recommend him to any couples looking for photo/video services on their big day! It's always a good day when I get the opportunity to work with Tony!
Matt Baer Media, 7 months ago
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Courtney Lee Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Carlinville, IL

My name is Courtney and I am a wedding and portrait photographer based in the midwest of the United States and available for work worldwide. My inspirations and approach to my work are largely influenced by my studies in filmmaking, my deep appreciation for the nostalgic, my curiosity for nuance, and my strong personal relationship with love and friendship.

Awarded Best of Zola
I've hired Courtney twice now for documenting my family and both times she was able to capture the essence of our family in such a calm, playful, beautiful way. She somehow brings out our most authentic selves and I'm forever grateful to have these photos of my kids growing up with me in the photos too! She captures the tiny ways I connect with my kids that I'm already nostalgic for. Like the way my baby crawled up the stairs and I followed closely behind. As parents we must follow them up the stairs 10000x times so it's mundane but the fact that she even thought to get low to his perspective and photograph it means I forever have this beautiful photo of what being a mother looked like. And then the next time the kids were older and she was able to both maintain a calming energy AND work with their hyper energy. I love the way she sees the world. Can't wait to hire her again.
Cassidy, 4 years ago
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Haile Wilson Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Carlinville, IL

Welcome to Haile Wilson Photography in Saint Louis, MO, where I transform the magic of your wedding day into a collection of stunning, timeless images. Specializing in dynamic and storytelling images, I am passionate about creating beautiful memories that you will cherish for a lifetime. My approach is all about you. From the first consultation to the final delivery of your photos, I strive to understand and reflect your unique love story. I pride myself on blending into the background, capturing authentic moments and emotions while ensuring that every detail of your day is beautifully documented. Contact me today to begin the journey.

We were absolutely thrilled with the results from our wedding photographer! From the initial consultation to the final delivery of our photos, his service was impeccable. He took the time to understand our vision and went above and beyond to ensure every special moment and detail was captured. The photos are everything we dreamed of, with a perfect blend of classic and candid shots that truly reflect the joy and romance of our day. His professionalism and friendly demeanor made the entire experience enjoyable and stress-free. We couldn’t have asked for a better photographer to capture our most cherished memories. Highly recommended!
Melaney & A., 3 months ago
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Cassidy Parker Smith 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Carlinville, IL

I know it is the most incredible experience having everyone you love together in one place to celebrate you. Aside from the births of my babies, my wedding was the best day ever. But being a mom has made me appreciate photography the most — I know how fleeting time is and how important it is to have printed memories of those you love dearly. Tomorrow isn’t promised and I want to document you with your favorite people as they are today.

As a wedding planner, I have the opportunity to work with some exceptional vendors and Cassidy is on this list! She is professional, kind and easy to work with on behalf of the clients and through the details and changes that come with wedding planning. On the day she is prompt, classy, discrete and confident in directing wedding party members to get the best shots. I look forward to working with Cassidy again and will continue to recommend her to my clients.
Wendy Markum-Scanlan, 4 years ago
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Jaimie Nicole Krause Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,750
  • Serves Carlinville, IL

Hi, I'm Jaimie, a documentary-style photographer who captures your wedding day's real, unscripted moments. Planning your wedding should be a joy, not a stress. I work closely with each couple to create a timeline that lets you truly enjoy the day. My approach is simple: document genuine joy, not manufacture moments. I capture each wedding as a series of real, heartfelt experiences so that when you look back, you remember the fun + love, not the stress or staged prompts. I strive to create images that are not just seen but felt. I want your wedding photos to bring back nothing but happy memories of a day filled with celebration.

Jaimie was great to work with for our wedding! She is chill and friendly, putting us and our family at ease for all the photos. She helps guide you with different scenery and poses for photos but also encourages you to be yourself, which helps capture really natural moments. She was professional, on time, and even stayed late to get some extra pictures. It has been a great experience working with her and her style of photography! Her work is beautiful and like art!
Caroline, a month ago
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Natasha McGuire Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Carlinville, IL

Natasha is a wedding and portrait photographer based in Saint Louis, MO. She has been photographing since 2011 and feels very blessed to do what she loves! She strives to capture the connection between the couple and tell the story of their wedding day. Her main focus is to help her clients feel comfortable in front of the camera and look amazing in their photos!

Natasha is extremely professional and creative! She went above and beyond for our wedding. She offered to meet with us prior to our wedding to get to know my husband and me and she was so kind to spend additional time with us on our wedding day to get as many photos as possible. We can't say enough good things about Natasha and will be using her in the future for any family photos or personal photos that we may need!
Leah and B., 4 years ago
Mirage Photo 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Carlinville, IL

We "Double Dog Dare" you to find a photographer that is more fun than us. Finding a cheap photographer is easy. Finding a great photographer is a little bit harder. Finding an awesome photographer that works within your budget but still gets you the $10K shot of the day... now that's hard. We want you to shop around and certainly take the time to talk to multiple photographers. We may not be the one and that's OK. After the party's over, the food is forgotten, the flower's fade, and the dress is cleaned and stored, you have your pictures. Why chance a $500 photographer with your memories?

I've been in the DJ business for over 25 years, and my DJ company Porta Party DJs has worked thousands of weddings. Mirage Photo consistently stands out head and shoulders above all other photography companies for three simple reasons: 1. They are fun 2. They are professional 3. They provide an incredible product. Many photographers are notorious for being too pushy/controlling when trying to get photos done. Although there sometimes can be a need for that, Mirage Photo earns the respect of their clients (and wedding party) up front so there's no need for lots of drama and stress. Their easy-going attitude and fun demeanor are why we always recommend Mirage Photo any and all of our clients who are looking for a professional photographer. If they are available and within your budget, you need to book them ASAP.
Todd Thomas, 4 years ago
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Ivory Grove 

4.9

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,700
  • Serves Carlinville, IL

We are a team of photographers, videographers, and event planners serving the state of Missouri! We specialize in capturing the genuine moments of authentic joy in each wedding we are a part of. Our priority is to treat every client the way we would like to be treated and to make this the easiest, most enjoyable part of your wedding. Nothing makes us happier than helping others create unforgettable memories, and we can't wait to do the same for you!

Awarded Best of Zola
Photography and Videography is such an investment, and we knew we made the right decision with Ivory Grove. The communication was phenomenal as well as the turn around that we received both our videos and pictures. Lindsey set us up with Jianna (p) and Brian (v). Both of them were so amazing, made sure we were comfortable, and ensured to capture what we wanted and what we felt was important. We were blown away with the services provided and would recommend Ivory Grove to anyone!
Kaylee D., 6 months ago
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George Street Photo and Video 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,295
  • Serves Carlinville, IL

George Street Photo and Video has one story to tell: Yours. With over twenty years of experience, our award-winning team has been lucky to capture thousands of weddings for our couples across the United States. Specializing in both wedding photography and videography, we offer affordable and customizable packages starting at $1295 that are designed to suit your unique vision and budget. We even offer a fun style test to help us match you with a photographer that aligns with the vibe of your day.

Georgestreet photography was the perfect choice for our wedding. Scott was perfectly paired with us for our style and vibe. He was detail oriented and perfectly capture our day.
Kaitlyn M., 2 days ago
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Once Like a Spark Wedding Co. 

4.7

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,845
  • Serves Carlinville, 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.

We used Once Like a Spark Wedding Co. for our wedding and engagement photos, and they were amazing from start to finish. Their communication was clear, helpful, and enthusiastic throughout the entire process. The quality of their work was efficient, stunning, and highly personalized to our style. They sent us multiple photographer options to choose from, and we went with Sabatani, who captured every moment of our special day beautifully. OLAS also helped us create a detailed day-of timeline to ensure everything ran smoothly. We're thrilled with the photos and couldn't have asked for a better photography experience for our wedding.
Chelsea C., 11 days ago
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Promani Weddings 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Carlinville, IL

Hi! At Promani Weddings, we are a local wedding media team that specializes in capturing the magic of wedding celebrations. Led by owner and accomplished photographer/filmmaker Benjamin, our dedicated team of talented photographers and videographers excels at transforming your special day into timeless memories. In thanks to high demand from all of our amazing couples, we have established incredible teams in Michigan, Tennessee and North Carolina!! I can't wait to hear from you and learn more about your wedding.

We worked with Promani Weddings for our wedding photography. We spoke with Ben originally to set up the contract. He was very accessible and prompt to respond to our questions. Our photographer for the day was Malak. She was amazing! We love the photos from the day and are so grateful we will have these memories for years to come. Aside from gorgeous photos, she was also a lovely person and incredibly kind. She made sure we got each of the photos we wanted, was flexible when changing around the order of the shot list, and she had some great ideas for locations given it was a somewhat wet and overcast day from the rain. We are so very pleased – thank you for capturing our day so beautifully!
Monica N., 5 days ago
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Ledd Lens LLC, Photo and Film 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Carlinville, IL
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We are team of traveling wedding photographers and videographers. For 2024, we have 90+ weddings booked in 29 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.

We are beyond thrilled with the photos and video from our wedding, thanks to Ledd! Ledd and his partner captured every special moment beautifully! His good sense of humor kept us relaxed and laughing, which made the experience even more enjoyable! The quality of his work exceeded our expectations—each shot was stunning, and the video perfectly captured the emotion of our day. From the beginning, Ledd was professional, attentive, and made the entire process easy and enjoyable. We highly recommend him to anyone looking to preserve their special day with amazing photography and videography! Thank you, Ledd, for making our wedding day unforgettable!
Jessica M., 3 months ago
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Heather Christine Photo + Film 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,950
  • Serves Carlinville, IL
  • Offer

Hiii! I'm Heather Schoolcraft - owner & CEO! I'm a small town gal from WV who LOVES traveling and pops of color. I've designed my entire company around creating authentic + magical love stories. I have an associate team specifically trained to go and take on more couples! The only thing that's different on your wedding day is you see a different face! On your wedding day, our goal is to make you feel comfortable in front of the camera, and to focus on the raw + real moments on your day. Don't settle for less because you have to. Let ME help you get the photos + video that you've always dreamed of.

Awarded Best of Zola
We cannot say enough good things about Heather and her team. I discovered Heather in a bride group and knew that I just had to have her as my photographer. I expected beautiful photos, but we got so much more. Heather and her team made our wedding era so wonderful. She treats you like a best friend she’s known her whole life. Not to mention her team’s passion for travel. Heather and Andrew traveled 6 hours each way for our engagement photo shoot, then again for our wedding. Their attention to detail and passion for real-life photos really makes the perfect wedding album. They captured every important moment. We are so thankful. We could not recommend the team enough!
Emily R., 5 days ago
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Visil Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,950
  • Serves Carlinville, IL
  • Offer

Hey, I’m Victor Silas, the heart and soul behind Visil Photography. As the owner and lead photographer, I’m passionate about capturing genuine love stories and creating lasting memories. For me, it’s more than just snapping photos—it’s about preserving the unique, unforgettable moments that make your wedding day yours. I make sure you feel comfortable in front of the camera, letting your love shine through naturally. My style? Candid, photojournalistic, and effortlessly fun.

Awarded Best of Zola
Visil Photography provided amazing photography services for our wedding day. Victor was extremely respectful, informative, and positive in all of our communications leading up to the big event. On the wedding day itself, he was passionate about capturing all of those special moments we had envisioned. Victor has a gift for engaging with people and making them feel comfortable in front of the camera. He circulated seamlessly among our guests and captured countless touching interactions. My husband and I could not be happier with the beautiful, artistic photos Victor delivered. They will allow us to re-live our special day for years to come. I would highly recommend Visil Photography for any couple looking for a talented photographer who can beautifully document their wedding memories. Victor was a joy to work with!
Krystal Z., 3 months ago
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JZ Studio Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,100
  • Serves Carlinville, IL

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.

Awarded Best of Zola
I would recommend JZ Studio Photography to anyone getting married! Phillip was very professional and communicative and was able to get through posed pictures very quickly and efficiently, and he was incredible at blending into the crowd for the rest of the day so we could feel present at our wedding, and not feel like we were at a photoshoot. We are very happy with our experience with JZ Photography.
Cassidy T., 3 months ago

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About wedding photographers in Carlinville, IL

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

A Carlinville, IL wedding photographer ranges from $400 to $10,000 and averages at $2,500. 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?

95% of photographers in Carlinville, 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 Carlinville, 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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