Spark Entertainment Group, based in Chicago, IL, was created by Chicago's well-reviewed and highly recommended DJ D. Jones. We provide couples with an alternative to traditional wedding DJ companies that may be out of touch with what it takes to rock a party and keep the dance floor packed. Our DJs are skilled open-format DJs who are well-known full-time career DJs that customize unique musical experiences based on the individual tastes and preferences of our clients. The Spark Entertainment Group books an average of 220 events annually.

Serving the Chicagoland area! We curate charcuterie boards, tables, or individual charcuterie cups or cones suitable for your special wedding day. Each experience is tailored to your unique needs and unique palate. We work with you to design the experience around your theme to ensure cohesion and to get that pizazz and elevated look.

Chris Martin's piano playing will add intimacy, warmth and sophistication to your indoor or outdoor wedding, cocktail hour, or any wedding related event you are planning that requires live music. Chris has the talent to make music on your special day that is both beautiful and memorable. Chris Martin was a house pianist at the Ritz Carlton and Four Season hotels in Chicago for 19 years. Chris has played piano at corporate events and private functions in every major venue in the Chicago area. Chris has a vast repertoire that includes American standards, Jazz, Blues, show tunes, Rock, Pop, The Beatles, Sinatra and more.

I’m here to connect with you, because your story is what matters. I do my best work when couples make a strong connection with my portfolio, feel confident in my work and my ability to serve them, and allow me the honor of documenting their day freely. I specialize in destination weddings, elopements, and smaller more intimate weddings. I believe that your day should be entirely centered around what makes you happy - and adding experiences to that really sets your day apart. Need help planning? I'm your girl!

I'm Alex, a wedding photographer with a deep appreciation for natural light and authentic moments. On your wedding day, my focus is on capturing the essence of who you are and the unique joy of your celebration. From intimate garden ceremonies to grand gatherings, I strive to document each moment with honesty and artistry.

Elegant Music Services provides live professional musicians in a variety of combinations including strings, brass, keyboard, harp, woodwinds, and vocalists. We use our expertise and extensive library of selections to personalize each wedding for our clients.

Interactive DJ Entertainment based out of Chicago, IL. One magical night, let us make it happen for you! We love seeing friends and family come together to celebrate the love and happiness of two individuals as they become one. It's a whole new VIBE!

Hey, there! I'm Jen, the stargazing, swing dancing, singing in the car lead photographer and owner of BlueVerve Studio. A creative through and through, I spend my spare time writing, sketching, and snuggling with Andy (my SO, and main 2nd photographer) and our two fur babies, Cali and Hobbes. I’m equal parts romantic and pragmatic, and nearly incapable of saying no to pie. Growing up playing in the darkroom of my dad's print shop is where I first fostered my love of photography. Over the years that love grew during family trips to the mountains, creative projects in college, and an ever-present desire to document and preserve/share stories.

Southern Gal Wedding & Event Planning has specialized in event planning in the northern Illinois area. I work hard for each of my clients, helping them plan and host their upcoming event free of stress and with confidence. I also provide an unforgettable event with customization unique to every event.  Whether planning a magnificent Wedding or an entertaining Corporate Event, get in touch to learn more about my services.

Frozen Rope Media is a small, personable multi-media company unlike most others out there. We cater to you. We specialize in Digital Story Telling, whether it's in the form of photos or video, we want your product to standout from the rest.

I am a wild-haired, green-eyed photographer, graphic designer, and artist who loves to travel and capture the world in its natural beauty. I have a great passion for people and capturing moments of life so that they will never be forgotten.

Welcome. Penguin Ballet is an award winning wedding photography studio in San Francisco, California. We love love love all the beautiful wedding things: celebration, family, friends, music, food, style, art, dance, design, photography and everything in between. The unexpected, unplanned, snap of a finger blink of an eye feelings, happenings and moments that make you and your wedding unique, special and unforgettable. It's our job to capture all the magic and tell beautiful visual stories through our photographs, and it's our honor to do so. Let's make incredible photographs together!

A husband and wife photo video team based in Illinois, but say the word, and we are out of here! We absolutely love to travel and explore new places! So many of our clients have become our friends because We love getting to know you, and your family and friends and making everyone comfortable in front of the camera while capturing the real essence of you and everyone you love. We have been together for seventeen years, married for six. We truly are best friends who love working together and we think this shows in our work when shooting weddings together!

Photographer & Visual Storyteller Live Music, Events & Creative Portraits I love when photography takes me to new heights, new places, new fields of expertise. I love to get out of my comfort zone as much as possible and learn about what everyone else in the world is passionate about and what stories of their's they want told authentically and artistically.

I’m a photographer with 6 years of professional experience capturing the moments that make life beautiful. You know the ones... the big belly laughs, adoring glances and genuine snuggles. I love to watch people interact and capture the authentically candid moments that happen throughout the session. With me, you will feel at ease as I gently direct you and make jokes to keep you smiling. I’ve done it all at weddings and will help your day run smoothly - ensuring you get the beautiful photos you’ve been dreaming of. You will love what you see when you open your photo set! It will be hard to believe all the moments that were captured!

I'm Alisha, but all of my friends call me Lish. I am a firm believer of dessert after EVERY meal, extra cream in my coffee, calling my mom everyday & lazy sundays. I love donuts & finding new coffee shops just so I can take a photo for my Instagram. I am a fur-mama to our lab-pit, Dax, an IVF mama + warrior and wife to Andrew. I love capturing couples in love and telling your story. From the moment we meet and even after the wedding, we are friends! After the wedding, I can't wait to capture the milestones that follow.

Phil and Andrea were married in May of 2007 and have two crazy fun and brilliant kiddos named Owen and Gwenna, (affectionately referred to as “crumsnatchers.”) When they aren’t hanging out with their awesome clients, taking photos or editing them, you can find them involved as a family at their church, sharing the holistic nutrition they love, going to a yoga class, grilling out, fixing up their 100 year old home, (there’s ALWAYS a project to complete), spending time outside with their kids or dreaming about the next camping trip they’ll take!

With more than 20 years experience, Rick and his team have photographed all types of weddings. Our studio knows the best approach to capture classic portraiture to high-end fashion. Prefer candid wedding photography? We love candid photography too. That means your photographs will be unique just like your wedding.

My name is Michelle, but my friends call me Meesh, so you can too! Most days you can find me editing pictures at Starbucks, working on home projects with my husband, and probably drinking absurd amounts of sparkling water. I've lived in Wisconsin, the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, Iowa, and currently live in Northern Illinois so you could basically say my heart belongs to the Midwest. I take weddings and sessions all around the Midwest and really all over the country! I’ve been told I’m the “mom” of the friend group and I LIVE to be over prepared!

Lightwave is completely customizable to your needs and style. We make it easy to capture your most precious moments by matching you with artists based on your unique event, vision, and budget. Our services include Photography, Videography, Live Music, DJ, Lighting, Photo Booth, and Other services for Weddings, Corporate Events, Parties, and more. We operate across the USA, Canada, & Europe, and travel around the world.

We plan and design modern events within the Chicagoland area for clients seeking an elevated event experience. We’re modern event curators, dedicated to providing you with impactful designs, authentic experiences, and an exceptional level of service.

My name is Tim and I help couples take the fear out of photos. No matter who you are, I make you look like rockstars by ensuring picture-taking is painless. Together we create natural, timeless images that are just as unique as you are. The best way to reach me is through the contact form on my website.

Raised in the Windy City, my passion for wedding photography has taken me all over the United States. I’m a visionary who loves creating beautiful images. I have a keen eye for detail, photojournalism and artistry, therefore your photos will be vibrant and candid. I’d love to meet you and capture your love story and make your wedding photos a dream come true! I'm dedicated to making sure you can look back at these photos and remember your day all over again. No moment missed...

With a background deeply rooted in the restaurant and event industry, I honed my skills in hospitality. My passion to be the 'hostess with the mostess' has transferred well into the photography industry by making sure that my clients trust me with telling their story. I have a lifestyle and photojournalistic approach, with a creative flare for some editorial looks. I make sure that any outcome is organic. I capture important details and create everlasting moments through photography and videography.

Hello, I am Ralph and I craft immersive love stories through my camera. I believe that every wedding has its own story to tell. That's why I always try to grasp immortal moments. A genuine laugh on your wedding day is priceless. The tears on your wedding day are so real. The glowing look at your wedding comes only once. These emotions tell so many stories. Sometimes you cry in your story and sometimes you become truly happy. Now, as a photographer, it's my duty to capture those moments at your wedding.

Wohlfeil Events is an event planning company founded on the desire to relieve the stress that comes with planning any event. McKenzie founded Wohlfeil Events LLC in a time where the world was so uncertain, but she knew what she wanted. She wanted to provide a professional, yet fun, planning environment for people in Michigan. Along with Emma Edwards, Coordinator, they help bring your pack together. Whether it's a celebration of love, life, friendship, or fun, let us help you! Here at Wohlfeil Events, we are dedicated to helping everyone execute the event of their dreams, without the stress.

Event & wedding photography has been my love for many years. I've always left great satisfaction with my clients time and again. Quality and comfort is my utmost priority from start to finish. You are kept in the right spot 'always' on this journey.

Hi, I'm Alisha! I'm honored that you would consider me to photograph you for whatever occasion you’re celebrating - whether a wedding, an engagement, a milestone in your family or business, or just the beautiful and simple joy of life.

Monica Alegria - Owner/Lead Planner. Megan Thompson - Lead Planner: Megan adds her bubbly personality with her attention to detail and excellent organizational skills to our team. Her strong efforts to always stay one step ahead to know our client's needs are among the things she is most complimented for. Megan is a mom of a super cute little boy and even after a long day with her little one she comes with lots of energy to multi-task on any event day. Jaime Glenn - Sales Manager & Event Support: Jaime comes to the team with a great sense of ownership to keep the team administratively organized.

After 24 years in the Chicago events industry, there's no obstacle we haven't faced and no problem we haven't solved. In fact, we’ve developed countless solutions while planning and producing events. So we can help you avoid any problem that might come your way.

Virginia Ray Designs and Events is a boutique planning and design studio servicing the Chicagoland area with custom and curated events, that transform your innovative concepts into tangible experiences. Janel Monet is the creative force behind the magic that takes place at a Virginia Ray Designs and Events experience. For years family and friends have relied on Janel for special occasions to help bring their ideas to life. However, it was a gala that she helped plan and host for her sorority in 2013 that solidified event planning and designing for her.

I’m Amanda, a modern lifestyle and wedding photographer based in Milwaukee, WI. My camera and I love to travel and we’re always up for an adventure! I live for beautiful natural light and candid moments. I aim to capture your most authentic self through everyday life, significant occasions, and all the fun moments in between!

For the past 20 years, Biossat Custom Productions (BCP) has been a reputable and sought after live entertainment service and sound production company specializing in weddings, social, and corporate events. Including Sway Chicago, Biossat Orchestra, Speakeasy Swing, and Rythmique, Pivot Disc Jockeys, Chicago Gospel Choir, Biossat’s New Orleans Second Line Band & Sophistique Strings, we provide couples with a variety of musical acts for their ceremony and/or reception. BCP caters to a couple’s musical taste and envisioned feel. Our professional entertainers get couples and their guests celebrating all night long with dancing and singing.

With Deepwell, I do what I do because it means I can be a part of bringing joy on your wedding day. I work to create a collection of memories that will transport you, your loved ones, and your future generations back to your intimate celebration. That means not just getting the standard portraits, but going above and beyond to capture the stunning, private moments that embody the uniqueness and excellence of your wedding day.

Corey Lamont is known for his exceptional talent in wedding and fashion photography. His work often blends creativity with a keen eye for capturing special moments, whether it's the emotion of a wedding or the elegance of fashion. Lamont's style tends to be dynamic, stylish, and emotive, making his photography stand out in these genres

Starlit Waters Events is a wedding coordination company in Roscoe, Illinois, serving the surrounding areas. Starlit Waters offers an initial consultation to discuss the entire wedding overview. The wedding packages available are fully customizable to suit your needs.

Real Emotions. Priceless Memories. Nothing But Love. I strive to create and photograph those key moments that will make your special day come to life, even years later. Your photos should reflect all of the love and excitement you have for your wedding, and that is what I love most…putting all of those emotions into a gorgeous gallery for you to enjoy for years to come.

I'm Taylor, your favorite irreverent wedding and elopement photographer, dog mom, and the most fun you've had during a photoshoot since, like, ever. I am also an aunt to the three little munchkins in that photo (plus a few others not pictured). I swear, I love to joke around, and chances are I will roast you at some point (it means I like you).

Hello, Beauties! I’ve currently been a cosmetologist for the past 15years and I’ve enjoyed every second of it! I also work as a cosmetology educator at Educators Of Beauty. I specialize in bridal makeup as well as extensions, and color.

Hi, I'm Emily! If you're here, then most likely you are newly engaged (OMG, CONGRATULATIONS!), or a couple looking to document and celebrate your unique love story, or a significant other looking to capture your getting down on one knee and asking the person you love the most to spend the rest of their life with you. I am HONORED you are thinking of me for these incredible moments!

Hi there! My name is Veronica and I’m a professional freelance makeup artist. I have been doing makeup for 10 years and specialize in Bridal & Special Event. I am a 100% traveling artist that provides my makeup services on-site. My artistry ranges from natural/softer looks that enhances your best features all the way to dramatic full glam looks and anywhere in between!

Curating refined tastes into elevated experiences. Abby McKinney Events is a full service planning and design firm based in Chicago and Michigan, serving clients worldwide. We are trusted experts in design-forward aesthetics. Our thoughtful approach provides a distinctive style layered with inspiration. Connecting aspects from our client's travel, love stories and family traditions, we transform nuanced details into extraordinary celebrations.

I always loved flowers growing up but never really gave that part of myself attention as it is not something encouraged for little boys in Grove Hill, Alabama. But love, it’ll change you! It’ll cause you to break past your self-made boundaries and grow. I met Kari Starks and we started dating in 2013. She loved flowers - specifically, yellow tulips. She became my reason to purchase flowers. We got married in 2016 and she then became my reason to arrange flowers. In 2017, I grew bold enough to share an arrangement on Instagram. And I’ve been designing ever since then. Planks & Pistils has flourished because of her love and support.

We are 2 owner/operators with a passion for fun and food! Together we have almost 25 years of food service experience, at every level. Every service is not only a meal, it's an event!! When we started our business, we agreed that our goal was to bring energy, excitement and laughter to every event!

Hi, I am Habiba. I am a photographer based in the Chicago Suburbs. I would say that I am addicted to taking photos and for that, there is no cure . . . except to take more. Photography started as a hobby for me back in 2013 when I bought my first professional camera. Initially taking photographs of friends and family. I slowly moved onto having my own clientele where I could capture their moments. I work as a consultant at a well-known health insurance company during the week, photographer by weekend, and mommy 24/7.

Hi, I’m Claudia Kneebone. Wedding & Lifestyle Photographer based in Chicagoland, Illinois. I am a twenty somethin-year-old who lives near Chicago, IL. I enjoy oat milk latte’s, house plants, home decor, colorful florals, reading, and feeding people. I love and serve Jesus. I’m also newly married to my husband Jared who is wonderful and my favorite person to be around. I enjoy capturing moments that are sweet, genuine, and full of love. I like to describe my style as warm, romantic, and emanating joy.

Beauty by Demi was established in 2016 as a professional makeup service brand serving the greater Chicagoland area. Demi is a licensed esthetician with extensive knowledge of skincare, makeup, waxing, and safe sanitary practices. Demi provides high-quality, professional makeup services, facials, and facial waxing/tinting. Demi believes in empowering women by celebrating individuality and using makeup as a tool to enhance and bring out each client’s best features.

I'm just a chick with a camera in one hand and a white monster in the other. I'm typically the type of photographer who is known for being a hype girl, one of the first to dance floor, and will be your BFF by the time the wedding roles around!