Fine Art Wedding Photographers in Hartford, IL

Fine Art Wedding Photographers in Hartford, IL

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Austin Heal Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $800
  • Serves Hartford, IL
  • Offer

Every love story is an adventure, and your wedding should be no different. Specializing in elopements and microweddings, I capture the intimate, soulful moments that define your day. Whether you're exchanging vows against the backdrop of mountain vistas, in a serene meadow, on a sun-kissed beach, or within a secluded forest, I bring a luxurious yet genuine touch to your wedding photography, ensuring every image tells your unique story. Based in Missouri and available for travel anywhere, I’m here to make your wedding day as memorable as the love you share.

First off, I’ve had Austin photograph my husband and I multiple times! He first took our pictures years ago and I fell in love with them. My husband and I can both be awkward with photos but Austin had all kinds of tips and tricks to make us feel more comfortable. We ended up hiring him again when we got engaged and I still have guests to this day take pictures of the prints I have on my wall that Austin took. Highly recommend him for anyone looking for a photographer!
Molly S., 11 days ago
Katie Strzelec Photography, LLC 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Serves Hartford, IL

I'm Katie, a fine art photographer based in St. Louis, who takes a light + airy + photojournalistic approach to capturing all the natural, beautiful moments that happen throughout your day. I truly love your wedding and all the details you have put into planning it and can't wait to hear all about your day. From the beginning, we will get to know each other with an engagement session, and I will help you organize your timeline and provide my professional guidance to make sure every detail and moment is beautifully captured.

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Katie is an exceptional photographer, our families and us can not imagine what our wedding photos and engagement photos would have been like with out her. We started with Katie working on our engagement photos, this was a really special time for us and Katie helped make it even more special. She used the time to capture us but to also work with us on what we were comfortable with and what styles we liked. Throughout the entire time she was always spot on with communication and making sure we were taken care of. Following our engagement photo session she had photos available to us quickly that we could use to start sharing with our families and friends. Everyone we showed was amazed by just how great the photos looked from us to the the composition. Katie has a great way of capturing us while also providing works of art that are great for hanging and decorating. During our engagement session we decided to do throw color powder at each other and it was a fun and playful time for us. Katie was equally as excited and did a great job working with to get this special request captured. Leading up to the wedding day Katie was always right there making sure every detail for the day was figured out well in advance so we did not have to worry about photos on the day of our wedding. She provided guidance on suggested groups of people to take photos and other special moments that we would want to capture. She was very clear about the most efficient way to capture family photos so that we could get to our couples photos and so that our families could get to partying after the ceremony. On the day of we were amazed but just how present she was with all the photos while not being overbearing. We got all the moments we had requested and many that we did not even know to ask for. One of the really special moments that she captured for us was when our 80 year old Grandpa stood up insisting on dancing with our family. Katie hurried from across the dance floor to make sure that she was there to capture that for us. Those are pictures we will treasure for a lifetime and something that could have easily been missed but Katie was there. Throughout the entire process Katie made us feel special and a priority we are so grateful for her and her photos that we will be able to look back and see our special day for the rest of our lifetime. She is an amazing photographer and person, anyone would be beyond lucky to have her capture their once in a lifetime moments.
Corey & J., 2 years ago
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The Dreamers Eye 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $2,700
  • Serves Hartford, IL

Fine Art/Editorial Wedding Photographer with 5 years experience in weddings, 8+ in photography. My background is in posing, fashion photography, lifestyle photography and theme planning - so my ideal couples have vibrant ideas and eccentric visions for their big days and need someone with that type of mind to execute on the visual side! I want your big day to look as cinematic and elegant as you remember it being!

Awarded Best of Zola
As a vendor partner in the wedding industry, I had the pleasure of working with The Dreamers Eye. I am delighted to share a review of their services. Bradley is an incredibly talented photographer who truly understands the art of capturing beautiful moments. His attention to detail and artistic eye are evident in every single photograph he produces. His friendly and professional demeanor instantly puts those around him at ease, making the entire experience enjoyable and stress-free. He has a remarkable ability to adapt to different locations, lighting conditions, and themes. Overall, Bradley is a pleasure to collaborate with. He works well with other vendors, such as myself, to create a cohesive and memorable wedding experience for our clients. His open communication and willingness to listen to suggestions makes him an ideal partner in the wedding industry.
Charley Rice, 9 months ago
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Rebecca Stephenson Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Hartford, IL

Hey hey! I'm Becca and I’m probably the most camera-shy person you’ll ever meet! I admit, becoming a photographer is an interesting choice for someone who isn’t good in front of the camera, but I believe this weakness is the exact reason why I’ve become a candid and authentic photographer. Since I would hate for anyone I work with to feel uncomfortable, I’ve perfected the art of making you forget all about the camera. You’ll get to know me on a personal level and working with me won’t feel like a business transaction – but rather like hanging out with a friend who happens to be really good at capturing you just the way you are.

We wanted someone that got what we were doing, and understood our personalities. We're laid back and fun-loving people but we still work hard and we hoped for great results from whoever we chose as a photographer. Rebecca was exactly that! Fun and easy-going, which led to GREAT candids, but also incredibly hard working, detail oriented, and diligent to get great photos despite very limited time. Because of this, we not only had those fantastic candid photos that were important to John and me, but we also had great formal shots with our families that were important to our parents and grandparents.
SCOUT & J., 3 years ago
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Emily Rose Studios 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Serves Hartford, IL

Named one of the best 25 Photography Studios in Saint Louis by Expertise.com for 2015, 2016 & 2017! With Emily Rose Studios, your photography planning will be enjoyable and relaxing. My attention to detail and commitment to excellence extends far beyond the lens.

We hired Emily Rose Studios to capture footage of our team, in order to create a company video, and ERS nailed it! The entire process was extremely organized and stress free! We had a pre-shoot meeting to discuss what our overall goal was, selected a date for the shoot, and their crew came to us. Each one of our team members sat for interview style sessions, and the since atmosphere was relaxed while the cameras were rolling, ERS was able to extract everyone's true essence and personality. The final product brought tears to my eyes! It was perfect!!!! Their work brought out exactly what we were trying to convey.... Allegro Entertainment - Bringing Your Wedding Day Vision To Life Is Our Passion. It perfectly showcased each one of us in a natural and authentic spotlight, giving our team a voice, and giving the audience a look into who we are as a company.
Dori, 4 years ago
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Amative Creative 

4.9

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $4,800
  • Serves Hartford, 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
It gives me no pleasure giving Andrea a less than perfect review, because her pictures are indeed gorgeous and she is a very talented editor and artist, and I do love my photos. With that, there were some things during the process I wish were more transparent and I thought others should be informed. She does not honor her contract at all/it needs to be updated. My signed contract stated I’d receive min 3 previews within 3 days of my wedding. I waited a full week until contacting her; she stated that the contract was “old” and didn’t account for editing…again so update it. OR at the very least admit and let me know you will not be meeting the terms of the agreement and tell me when I can expect them (she didn’t). I had no reason to believe I wouldn’t get previews for over 2 weeks and it was incredibly disappointing/frustrating. Additionally, the photos she chose to include were not what I’d hoped, I had several pictures of my dj but zero of my family…like why? Additionally, 3 days before my wedding she texted me asking if it was okay for her to send someone else to do my wedding. Now, I am understanding of illness and family issues but if you really needed to sub my wedding, call me and and explain. But to put the decision on a CLIENT and ask if they are okay with you not coming as expected put me in a tough position, not to mention a stress I didn’t need before my wedding. The contract also stated I’d get the full gallery by the one month mark, and after I didn’t get the previews until almost then, I knew that timeline was laughable. I was provided no communication as to when I might expect them just that she was “unusually” busy (clearly overbooked, admitting 5 weddings a weekend, etc) Or, you can stalk her IG stories for her queue but that just shows you where you are in line, not when you can expect anything. Eventually I received my photos 16weeks after my wedding. While they were absolutely stunning, I was still a little upset about little details ignored (leaving scratches when I specifically asked to have them concealed out) or photos that were only provided in black and white, when I wanted color or the option for both. I’ll wrap up by saying yes her photos are amazing but go in aware deadlines won’t be met or communicated and you’re not guaranteed to actually have Andrea herself (I’m sure her whole team is amazing, shout out to Jo!) it’s clear anyone on her team is interchangeable. If you’re not bothered by any of that she’s amazing!
Stacy W., 2 years ago
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MJC IMAGE 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $2,990
  • Serves Hartford, IL

Hey, I'm Mary! It's nice to meet you. Summing up who I am in an "about me" is always difficult. What you must know: (1) I'm a nerd. If you want to talk video games, LOTR or Doctor Who, we HAVE to sit down for a bourbon or a coffee. (2) Yes, I will be out on that dance floor with you snapping away while joining in on the fun. And (3), while I'm a photographer first, supporting you during the planning process feels crucial to me - from building a timeline to having your back any way I can.

Awarded Best of Zola
Having Mary as our wedding photographer was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding. From our first phone call to engagement photos to the day of she was so helpful, warm, and organized; she made getting the photos we wanted and being where we needed to be at the right time feel so easy and fun. And the photos speak for themselves; we absolutely love them!!
Julia J., 2 months ago
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Birchfields 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $5,200
  • Serves Hartford, IL
  • Offer

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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We used Birchfields for our micro wedding this past October. Steve had done one of my good friends' weddings a few years back and I knew he would not disappoint. He is so talented, has a calming presence and knows how to capture the best shots. We got our photos back so quickly and they are all so dreamy and we cannot stop looking at them and reliving our perfect day. Steve takes the time to get to know the couple and makes sure the couple's wants and needs are addressed. He exceeded all of our expectations and we cannot wait to get our video footage back! Highly recommend hiring Steve as your photographer. His prices are completely reasonable and he will not disappoint, a true artist!
Beth C., 2 years ago
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Photo Yari 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Hartford, IL

"Capturing Timeless Moments: Photo Yari" Discover the artistry of Photo Yari, where moments become memories and love is immortalized through the lens. As a premier wedding photography service, they specialize in crafting visual narratives that reflect the unique essence of every couple's love story. With an unwavering commitment to excellence, Photo Yari brings professional experience to the world of wedding photography. Their skilled team of photographers possesses a keen eye for detail, a mastery of light, and an innate ability to document the most intimate and genuine moments of your special day.

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Professional, quality photographer that made photos fun and easy Hiring Mahdi and Shima was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding. Mahdi and Shima were a phenomenal team and captured our wedding in the most perfect light. Our pictures turned out better than we could have ever hoped and I would recommend them for every wedding/engagement (they did both for us). Reasons why we love them-- 1) The pictures they take are top notch. The quality and style is unrivaled 2) Their style of capturing the wedding is authentic. Mahdi and Shima do a great job of capturing the "in between" moments that really tell the story of the day. Of course they include the standard family and bridal party pictures, but so many of the pictures really capture the vibe of the day. 3) Their teamwork and ability to help lead you through the flow of the day are second to none. On the day of the wedding it felt hectic and I wasn't 100% sure where I should have been or what I should have been doing at any given moment. Mahdi and Shima helped us with our schedule and walked us through the entire day effortlessly. This was great because I never had to worry about where I had to be next 4) They are just great people will incredible talent. Right off the bat you could tell that they love what they do and they love to do it together. Mahdi and Shima exceeded our expectations Would highly, highly recommend!
ally, 10 months ago
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Phoebe Lyn Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Hartford, IL

Couples who work with me receive dreamy, cinematic, and emotion-driven photographs of their wedding day. You are a work of art, so why shouldn't your wedding gallery be one as well? I love leveraging unexpected details, spontaneous moments, and movement to create surreal and cinematic photographs that cut right to the emotions you and your partner felt in that moment. As a people-person, it's my joy to connect on a personal level with my clients and serve not just as their photographer — but also as their hype gal, friend, and guide on their wedding day. Thank you for being here! I will pour my heart into our time together.

Phoebe is such a talented photographer! She did an amazing job with our engagement and wedding photos. Phoebe was professional, well organized, and the photos are stunning.
Sophia S., 3 months ago
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Milkweed Moments 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $2,600
  • Serves Hartford, IL

Homeschoolin, Home birthin, and Holistic mama that loves to capture Life and Love in it's truest moments and forms. My business has been a decade in the making from falling in love with photography in high school, to now... My love for Milkweed and my time spent living in Iowa has inspired my business name. I used to live near a conservation center with fields of milkweed. My children and I spent many days enjoying this haven of beauty and were blessed to see thousands of Monarch butterflies migrate to the Milkweed. I realize how fleeting these moments are and would love to capture your story!

Working with milkweed moments is a breeze! I was nervous because I have a 3 and 1 year old, and wasn’t sure how they would cooperate. Aubriana made everything go smoothly. She’s great with kids, great with directives on posing, and really made the day so fun! She got all the shots I dreamed of!”. Will be booking her again in the future!
Demi S., 2 months ago
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Shutter & Sound 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $2,600
  • Serves Hartford, IL

Hi! Courtney here (that's me on the left!). Shutter and Sound is the brainchild of renowned wedding videographer Ryan Geldermann. Ryan began his wedding videography career in 2010 in Los Angeles and quickly became recognized as one of the top videographers in the U.S.. After relocating to DC and still receiving countless inquiries from all corners of the country, Ryan decided to recruit and train a few talented friends so he could continue offering the quality wedding videography he’s known for in SoCal and eventually over 10 cities. Shutter and Sound is a very small group of filmmakers dedicated to turning your big day into a work of art.

I recently used Shutter & Sound for my wedding and they were fantastic! The team was super friendly and really skilled at capturing all the important moments without being intrusive. They worked seamlessly with our other vendors which made everything go smoothly. When we got our photos and videos back, we were blown away by the quality and how they managed to capture the feel of our special day perfectly. Highly recommend them to anyone looking for top-notch wedding photography and videography!
Lesley F., 4 months ago
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J. Guthrie Photo 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Hartford, IL

My name is Jillian and I'm a photographer and artist in Kansas City My goal is to capture you. Every couple, family, person is different, and I want to make sure your uniqueness comes through in the images of your special days. My style tends to lean into rich colors and textures. Are you a couple that doesn't want to have a typical wedding? I'm a photographer that doesn't want to give you typical images! I always tear up at hand written vows. I love my partner and my two dogs Moonshine and Chosen One, and my cat Bucket.

Jillian is a fantastic photographer and a joy to work with. She took the time to get to know us and what we were looking for before the event and it paid off. Our photographs are GORGEOUS! And totally US! Beautiful, candid, documentary, playful, and totally unobtrusive, just part of the fun.
Julie L., a year ago
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Rachael Marie Photography 

5.0

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

At the end of the day, all we have are the stories told about us and the ones we write about ourselves. I love writing about the musings of life and sharing my thoughts with others in conversation and social media posts. I constantly document my own life so I don't forget the big or little moments. Every time I travel to somewhere new I love connecting with those who cross my path, and yet I equally love coming home to my dog. TLDR: sentimental soul, avid movie goer, mental health advocate, and decent chocolate chip cookie maker.

Rachael was our photographer for our September 2023 wedding. There is no question that she was the absolute best person we could have had for such a special day. From beginning to end Rach helped us plan and execute our vision. We were not using a wedding planner, so she helped us get a lot of details and timelines on track. She also made sure we had fun and were able to relax through the whole process. On our wedding day Rach showed up ready to go and excited for a fun day. She captured so many beautiful moments between our first look, moments with family, ceremony, and reception. She also gifted us a moment alone to talk and take in the day just the two of us - it was so special and intimate. I will always cherish the memories and details she captured for us. Rachael also did our engagement shoot a few months before the wedding and those photos are so incredibly breathtaking. Some people have such a talent and artistry in what they do and Rachael is one of those people. If you are looking for someone who will become your friend, make you feel beautiful, and most importantly capture these special moments in a way that brings back every emotion of life and love when you look back at the photos, we 10000% recommend Rachael.
Alexis + A., 8 months ago
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Coté and Camera 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Serves Hartford, IL for additional fees
  • Offer

Hi there! I’m Emma CotéEwers, your East Coast & Destination Wedding and Lifestyle Photographer! My work is a seamless blend of traditional heirloom portraiture, lively artistic shots, and a little ​photojournalism if the day calls for it. With a true-to-color, film-inspired approach, I strive to craft visuals that capture love, ​laughter, and those beautifully authentic moments that weave together the story of your ​wedding! I feel like these should include fun ​facts? Patsy Cline’s Walkin’ After Midnight is my favorite song and I am currently on my 8th ​nostalgic binge of Gilmore Girls (which might just be fueling my banter lately).

I cannot say enough good things about Emma - she is always flexible, knowledgeable, and shows up with the best energy to every event! When I wasn’t sure where I wanted to take bridals, she was happy to make suggestions based on the vibe I was going for - and I very much appreciated one less thing on my plate! She delivers high quality, beautiful photos every single time and is the artist behind so many of my most cherished memories! I would absolutely recommend Coté and Camera - you won’t regret it!
Kaili S., 2 months ago
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Taylor Faith Photo Co. 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $3,300
  • Serves Hartford, IL for additional fees

Hi! I'm Taylor a Georgia based Wedding photographer, mommy, and cheesecake lover. Obsessed with: Family, Naps, and good books. I’ve been keeping it real since 1997. I started my business when I was just 17 years old. Since then I have turned that small hobby into a full time career photographing beautiful couples love stories. Throughout my 8 years in business, I have been lucky enough to photograph over 200 weddings throughout Georgia and the other southern states.

Taylor took our wedding photos and our baby announcement photos! She was SO kind, supportive and always went above and beyond. She knows how to pose you without it feeling forced, and her turn around time and quality is unmatched. We will definitely be using her for more events in the future :-)
Savannah, 6 months ago
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Jeremy Glickstein Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $3,800
  • Serves Hartford, IL for additional fees

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! :)

Highly recommended! I am a Chicago videographer who had the privilege of working alongside Jeremy. Whether it's a corporate shoot, headshots or wedding photography Jeremy and his team have you covered! He and his team are 100% committed to making you feel comfortable and at ease. Jeremy delivers top notch quality in his photography and his work speaks for itself. Creative surprise is apparent in his work. He is so professional but also so down to earth. He is kind, honest, creative and his work is superb. I would highly recommend hiring Jeremy and his team for your photography needs.
Weddings With Motion, 4 months ago
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Luna + Lion Photo Co 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Serves Hartford, IL for additional fees

Destination Wedding Photographers specializing in storytelling images, providing timeless artifacts that authentically tell your story on digital and film. Utilizing documentary, editorial, and traditional techniques to create a classic and cohesive final gallery.

I've had the pleasure of working with Luna Lion Photo Co. and I can't recommend them highly enough. Their communication throughout the process is quick, easy, and always kind, making them a joy to collaborate with. The quality of their work is exceptional, with a keen eye for capturing all the beautiful details and candid moments that make each wedding unique. Couples who book Luna Lion can expect stunning, thoughtful photography that perfectly preserves the joy and magic of their big day.
Meghan, Twisted B., 15 days ago