The Best Classic Wedding Photographers in Kankakee, IL

The Best Classic Wedding Photographers in Kankakee, IL

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146 Wedding Photographers in Kankakee, IL

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Photos By Belinda 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Kankakee, IL
  • Offer

I am delighted to introduce myself – I am Belinda, a dedicated wedding photographer in Chicago, IL. In the realm of love and celebration, I have made it my mission to encapsulate the elegance, emotions, and essence of every remarkable union.

Belinda was amazing from start to finish. She knew I was on a budget and planned on only hiring her and not a videographer. She did amazing!!! She captured the most beautiful moments and now we have memories that we will remember forever! She is an artist, her pictures are so unique and she new how to help me get out of my shell. I would recommend her for weddings and will be using her in the future.
Veronica D., 12 days ago
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Kara Evans Photographer 

5.0

Kankakee, IL
  • Classic style

Hey love, I’m Kara - your Nikon-loving, sunset-obsessed photographer and wedding cheerleader! When my sister got engaged in 2010 and I invested in my first camera, I started to experience the joy of documenting love stories as I photographed her engagement session - my very first session. From there, things grew quickly and now my husband and I photograph 20+ weddings a year together! When I’m not photographing weddings throughout Chicagoland, you can find me snuggling our puppies Georgie + Jett, lovin’ on my family, spoiling the littles in our life as Auntie Kara, gardening in our backyard, and exploring breweries with my husband Kyle.

Kara is one of our favorite photographers to work with, and we have nothing but great things to say about her work!
Kaitlin, 5 years ago
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Sheena Anne photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Kankakee, IL

Hello, Lovelies! Sheena here! I’m a Chicago Wedding & Engagement photographer located in Lockport, IL. I start from your wedding day, and I’m there to help with your timeline, set up our friendship, and so excitedly I have been with families from the wedding to the birth of their children, and one day on to their senior photos. Let’s capture your life as it grows and blossoms! Let’s work together to make some of your most beautiful moments your most precious memories.

My husband and I loved working with Sheena since the beginning of our wedding journey! From engagement photos where she made us feel comfortable and supported, to our wedding where everything was crazy and Sheena held it down, she made me as a bride feel beautiful, and overall vibed with our whole wedding party. She is friendly, accommodating, and has a very upbeat and go with the flow attitude. She is also very lenient in her pricing compared to other photographers in the area. Our photos turned out beautiful and we are so grateful for Sheena and her services :) moving forward she will be our family photographer, and she took our maternity photos for our little girl in which I will attach a couple below as well, as they turned out beautiful.
Danielle & A., 5 months ago
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Weddings by Leoñ 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves Kankakee, IL

Weddings by Leoñ is a team of talented professionals dedicated to capturing stunning visuals for your special events. Based in Plainfield, IL, we go beyond boundaries, traveling both domestically and internationally to turn your dreams into reality. With our creative expertise, your cherished moments will be forever immortalized in breathtaking imagery. Let us be a part of your extraordinary journey, wherever it takes us.

Awarded Best of Zola
We hired Luis for our wedding, and we were blown away. Their professionalism and passion were evident from the start. They seamlessly captured every significant moment, and their friendly demeanor put us at ease. The final collection was beautifully edited, preserving our special day perfectly. We highly recommend him .
Sofie V., a year ago
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Lasting Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,390
  • Serves Kankakee, IL

Lasting Photography is a wedding photography business based in Chicago, Illinois, owned and operated by photographer Lawrence. The company specializes in contemporary and natural imagery, striving to capture your big day with personality and authenticity.

Lawrence was amazing to work with! My husband and I don’t really love getting our picture taken but Lawrence made us feel so comfortable and at ease during our wedding photos. I could not be happier with how our photos turned out! I don’t think I’ve ever looked so beautiful in photographs before! Everyone complimented how gorgeous our photos turned out. And I got my photos back super quickly, at the earliest end of his estimate. I highly recommend Lawrence and Lasting photography!
Katie, 6 months ago
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PictureMeThisByLacie 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Kankakee, IL
  • Offer

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
PictureMeThisByLacie was one of the best decisions we made throughout the wedding process. Lacie was amazing to work with the entire time. She was easy to communicate with and kept us updated on our photo timelines, not to mention all of our photos turned about AMAZING. Our package included an engagement session and Lacie worked out a weekend she was already in Chicago to accommodate us. Leading up to our session, we had issues with controlled fires and protests in our preferred location, but Lacie found us a spot that blew my expectations for photos out of the water. She gave us a sneak peak and also got our pictures back to us super quick. On our big day, Lacie and Tim(her husband/second photographer) were the best to work with. They made us feel comfortable and captured our day better than we could have imagined. As soon as they got there, they got straight to work. Lacie got all the details and getting ready photos that I will cherish forever. Things were running behind the day of and they let us add on an hour to our contract the day of and pay at a later date. This ensured that we got dance floor photos and it was so worth it! Specifically getting pictures of my husband's grandmother in her 80s dancing with all her grandkids. We received a sneak peak very quickly and our whole (massive) gallery less than 2 months after the wedding. For as many photos as we got, this was a crazy quick turn around. Overall, PictureMeThisByLacie captured our day better than we could have ever imagined, we could not recommend them more!
Kaelin W., 14 days ago
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IG PHOTO VIDEO INC. 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,690
  • Serves Kankakee, 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
IG PHOTO VIDEO did a wonderful job at my wedding. The pictures turned out great. They knew what we were thinking without even saying anything. Very professional, could not ask for a better photograph. I highly recommend.
Greg and S., 4 years ago
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Developing Diamonds Photography LLC 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Kankakee, 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!

Absolutely incredible. He scouted out our shoot spot after a storm hit, incredible response time and turn around time but above all, just absolutely kind and you really felt like you got to know him in the time span of taking your photos. As people who have never had professional photos done and don’t like getting our photos taken at all, it was an incredible choice and we are SO glad we went with Developing Diamonds. Our family and friends loved them and couldn’t believe how well he was able to capture the moments where we were posed but it didn’t look like it. We recommend to everyone.
Emily J., 6 months ago
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Abigail Saalfrank Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Kankakee, 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
Abby wasn’t able to travel to my wedding but she sent her assistants and she edited the photos. It went absolutely perfect. The photos were beautiful and I got so many meaningful photos with my family and his family that I wouldn’t have thought to get. I sent her draft of a timeline and the photographers printed it out and had it to make sure the photos I wanted got done. They were absolutely amazing. Thank you so much to Abby and her team.
Paige L., 2 months ago
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The Still Life Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,450
  • Serves Kankakee, IL
  • Offer

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
Nicole was a joy to work with for our wedding photography. Nicole was extremely prompt and efficient in her communication leading up to the big day, and her kind yet focused demeanor put us totally at ease. On the day itself, Nicole brought an incredibly positive energy and made sure every special moment was captured beautifully. The photos she delivered showcase her genuine talent and eye for gorgeous detail. Her editing enhanced but did not overly manipulate the images, allowing our personalities and the emotions of the day to shine through naturally. Overall, Nicole cares deeply about her clients and works tirelessly to ensure your wedding memories are preserved flawlessly. We could not give a higher recommendation for her photography services.
Morgan J., 2 months ago
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Ashley Cynthia Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Kankakee, IL
  • Offer

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
Ashley Cynthia Photography provided excellent service for our wedding photography needs. Ashley's communication throughout the planning process was fast, caring and thoughtful - she truly wanted to understand our vision and preferences. On the big day, Ashley traveled from Arizona to capture our Colorado wedding. She helped immensely with organizing the timeline and coordinating with other vendors. Most importantly, the quality of Ashley's work is simply stunning. Her photographic style resulted in elegant, unique and professional photos that we will treasure forever. She perfectly captured the joy and love of our special day. We couldn't recommend Ashley highly enough for wedding photography services. She had us laughing and feeling more like a lifelong friend more than a photographer
Angelica G., 6 days ago
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Alexandra Robyn Photo + Design 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $5,500
  • Serves Kankakee, 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

First, we were immediately drawn to Allie’s timeless, bright, and airy photography style. From the moment that we spoke with Allie during our phone consultation, we felt very comfortable with her and knew she would be the perfect fit as our wedding photographer! Allie photographed our engagement session in downtown Stillwater, a boudoir session (Allie also designed a keepsake boudoir book that I gave to my husband as his wedding gift), and our wedding day. Throughout all of the sessions, Allie was kind, warm, patient, gave us helpful prompts/poses, and guided us every step of the way! Whenever I had questions regarding photography, Allie was very responsive and provided wonderful customer service. She also helped us to create a detailed photography timeline and shot list for the wedding day. On the wedding day, Allie and her second shooter were very professional, prepared, and helped to keep everyone on track, including the bridal party and our families. After the wedding, we received way more photos than we were expecting in our online gallery, which were beautifully edited with her special touch. Allie exceeded our expectations and went above and beyond in all areas. We’ll cherish our photos for years to come and highly recommend Alexandra Robyn Photo & Design!
Jessica P., 2 months ago
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Charlie's Angels Photography, LLC 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Serves Kankakee, IL
  • Offer

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...

Charlie's Angels Photography, LLC was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding. They were very communicative throughout the entire process, making sure we felt informed and at ease every step of the way. The photos they captured of our special day turned out amazing - they have an incredible eye for detail and really helped us to relive all the special moments. Charlie and his wife were a must-have on our wedding day, not only taking gorgeous photos but also helping us and our guests feel comfortable and looking our best. We couldn't be happier with the service they provided and highly recommend them to any couple planning their wedding.
Taylor S., 22 days ago
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Bonie Weddings | Photo + Video 

4.9

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,750
  • Serves Kankakee, IL

At Bonie Weddings, we specialize in capturing the genuine, unforgettable moments of your big day, from the first kiss to the final dance. Our team of photographers and videographers is committed to telling your unique love story with a timeless style that you'll cherish for a lifetime. We understand that wedding planning can be overwhelming, which is why our in-house planning team is here to streamline the process. With clear communication and personalized support, we handle the details so you can focus on enjoying your special day with less stress.

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., 10 months ago
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Jana Blue Photography (Photo + Film) 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Kankakee, IL

My name is Jana Blue and I've been photographing weddings for 12 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.

Awarded Best of Zola
It was truly an honor having Jana and her team capture every part of our special day. She exceeded our expectations and went above and beyond with delivering the most stunning and breath taking photos. From the very start, Jana took the time to get to know us as a couple and was with us every step of our planning journey. Even with a family emergency, Jana went above and beyond to make sure we were taken care of and she delivered an unforgettable experience I will forever cherish. Jana herself radiates so much light, joy, creativity, and passion, and her presence alone made everyone around feel all the good vibes. Jana will work with you and will give you so many great options. Her packages are perfectly curated and she will deliver. Anyone who gets to work with her and her team are incredibly lucky!
June Park, 2 years ago
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Elle & Co Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves Kankakee, IL

I am a luxury destination photographer based in MICHIGAN, COLORADO & FLORIDA! I am ALL over Michigan and all over the nation! I have a home in Lansing, Holland & Traverse City. I travel all over Michigan capturing my clients from Lansing to Grand Rapids to the west coast of Lake Michigan to Mackinac Island & Traverse City to all metro Detroit! I have a second home in Vail/Summit County, CO as well as Clearwater Beach/Tampa. 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 helped us with choosing our elopement location in Colorado! She listened to our must-haves for our location and provided us a list of options with info on permits and everything. She made the elopement process so easy! We picked our location off her advice :) We also had snow hit the day of our elopement and since it was just my husband & I plus the photographers, (Dani & Jed), she let us adjust our elopement time to get the best experience in the elements. They also followed my husband & I to our restaurant where we had dinner and took some amazing candid photos our first dinner as husband and wife. Such an incredible team and incredible experience. Hiring them was the best decision we made when we decided to elope!!
Alaina, 8 months ago
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Ally Manzella Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves Kankakee, 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
Ally was absolutely amazing to work with! She not only is the sweetest human but does such an incredible job. She did our engagement photos and wedding, both were better than I could have imagined. I could not have asked for a better person to capture our big day! I would recommend Ally over and over!
Becca H., 2 months ago
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Laura Waldron Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,750
  • Serves Kankakee, IL
  • Offer

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.

Before finding a photographer, you do a lot of research to find someone who fits your needs. I was impressed with her website -which has information about her experience and portfolios. She was fantastic from beginning to end, as she made us feel at ease -so our smiles came naturally. She was extremely patient and took phenomenal pictures in the most breath-taking locations. Not only that, but we were shocked at how fast we received our proofs. I would recommend Laura to anyone looking for a wedding photographer!
Jennifer P., 10 months ago
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Captured by Kelly 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Kankakee, IL

Hey there- my names Kelly! I started my business in fall 2019 and hit the ground running. I shot about 13 covid weddings in 2020 and have 32 lined up for the rest of 2021. If we're the right fit, I would love to help you plan, sort out your timeline, and be your best friend for the day. I can promise that I will work my butt off for YOU to make sure your day is as special as your love and everything you always dreamed of.

Awarded Best of Zola
We found Kelly through the Zola app. She was so easy to book, and responded extremely fast. We were able to facetime with her, as we live in Baltimore and we were planning our wedding for the suburbs of Chicago. We immediately clicked and I knew that I wanted her for our wedding. She completely picked up on the vibe that I wanted for our photos and was able to show me a TON of examples of weddings that she had photographed. We flew out to have Kelly take engagement pictures for us and the whole process was so fun. We were so nervous but Kelly made us feel so comfortable and we were laughing the entire time. When we got our pictures back I looked at them for weeks because they were so perfect. I didn't think it could get better. As the wedding approached Kelly and I met to solidify the schedule for the wedding. She was so flexible with her time which I was so thankful for as we didn't know what time we were going to start pictures. The whole day was so amazing and Kelly was there to capture the entire thing. She knew our personalities so well and really got them to shine through in the pictures. Kelly sent over the sneak peek of our pictures THE DAY AFTER OUR WEDDING. We never expected to get them so fast!! And they were stunning. The most beautiful pictures I have ever seen. I am so in love with them and somehow they are even better than the engagement pictures. I cannot wait to see the full gallery. We will definitely be using Kelly for future events :) Thank you so much Kelly 3
Rachel C., 2 years ago
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Forever Faithful Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,400
  • Serves Kankakee, IL
  • Offer

This is such an exciting time in your life, and I'm here to help you preserve every magical moment. My bliss is to capture the essence of your love story through stunning, timeless photographs that you will cherish forever. I believe that every couple is unique, and so is their love story. I take the time to get to know you, understand your vision, and tailor our photography style to match your personalities and preferences. My approach to photography goes beyond just taking pictures. I aim to tell your love story through a series of beautifully composed images that reflect the emotions, joy, and intimacy of your special day.

Tiffany was amazing! She came to my house in the morning to take pictures of the girls, then went to where my fiancé was getting ready to take his pictures, and then met us at the venue. She was very punctual and friendly. Tiffany is SUPER easy to work with and her prices are very reasonable. The photos came out amazing! My fear was that the photos would be “over edited” since I have seen that before. However, Tiffany made my photos look very professional and captured my vision 100%! My wedding photos are high quality, natural looking photos which I love! If I could go back, I would not hesitate to use Tiffany again.
Kaelyn, 10 months ago
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JNA Visuals 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $5,850
  • Serves Kankakee, IL

A Chicago-based wedding and elopement photographer that values genuine connection, authentic emotions, and getting to know my clients on a deep and personal level. I value capturing your moments and memories exactly how they happen, helping you to remember the feelings of intimacy, love, and warmth of marrying your person.

Jayde was a dream to work with from the start. I knew our day would be captured perfectly by her and her team before she even arrived. I can't put into words how warm and friendly she was as soon as she got to our venue. She jumped right in to help with last minute things without hesitation. She kept us on track and made sure those must-have pictures were taken with family and friends which meant the world to us. She went with the flow so easily it was like she was a part of our wedding party.
Jessica Z., a month ago
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Gordino Photo and Video 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,300
  • Serves Kankakee, 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
We took our time to review most photographer and Gordino Photo and Video stood tall to us. And we were thrilled we went with them. He took his time to walk us through every step and stage. Godfred is very friendly and easy to work with. The photos delivered were beautiful, amazing and I couldn't help taking my eyes of the photos. I will recommend Gordino Photo and Video a hundred times again and again.
Isaac K., 3 years ago
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LT² Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $7,500
  • Serves Kankakee, IL
  • Offer

I'm LaDonna, a dedicated photographer who delights in celebrating couples from all walks of life. Hailing from New England, I take pleasure in highlighting the unique charm of each location I'm privileged to photograph and happily make myself available to travel wherever love takes you. My mission is simple yet profound: to create timeless artwork that reflects the love and individuality of every couple I meet. My commitment to excellence ensures you receive exceptional photos, videos & a truly memorable experience. When I'm not capturing beautiful moments, you'll find me savoring fine wine and crafting to my heart's contentment.

Awarded Best of Zola
I’m typically shy and not very photogenic, so I was extremely anxious about how our wedding photos would turn out. But after finding LaDonna through a Facebook ad, I immediately knew I wouldn’t have to worry if she was our photographer. She took the time to understand me and helped me find my confidence in front of the camera. By the wedding day, I felt completely at ease and able to focus on the moment with my husband rather than my insecurities in my head. LaDonna and the LT² team captured everything beautifully, balancing candid moments with fine art shots that truly tell our story. The photos are so authentic, and I’ll cherish these memories forever, along with the confidence I gained. Thank you, LaDonna, for an unforgettable experience! 3 7.27.24
Katie F., 18 days ago
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Kristal Lee Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $750
  • Serves Kankakee, IL

My name is Kristal Lee, and I'm passionate about creating precious moments through photography. Based in the Chicagoland area, I specialize in wedding, family, and event photography, delivering top-notch digital photos crafted with high-end editing techniques. I also offer an enhanced experience with our 360 Photo Booth, perfect for capturing every angle of your special moments. Let's connect, share memories, and create lasting treasures together!

Working with Kristal has been an absolute delight. She was responsive, communicative, and just a joy, really. She was so patient day of. We felt really guilty being pulled in different directions by family and friends all day, and she just continued to exceed our expectations in capturing the day. She made the day all about us and drew necessary boundaries with folks to ensure so. You won't go wrong with her! Thanks Kristal.
DeCarri, 7 months ago
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Jovan Kiah & Co Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,700
  • Serves Kankakee, IL

First off just like that, the day got a whole lot better now that you are here! But let’s get one thing straight: if you are here, I want you to feel free to be YOU! Being true to who you are makes this process a hell of a lot easier! This is a judgment-free free safe space, and I want you to be as comfortable as humanly possible! Now that’s out the way, I'm Jovan Kiah, specializing in wedding and portrait photography located somewhere in the cornfields of Indiana. But always prepared for a photography adventure, I’m already packed with a suitcase of snacks, my passport, & playlist that spans from Disney musicals to '90s R&B hits.

Awarded Best of Zola
Jovan was absolutely amazing to work with. On our calls before the big day, she was always so happy and excited and answered all of our questions and it gave us such a sense of ease. I never once had to worry or stress about photos. Day of the wedding she completely killed it. She was still her happy self but was able to organize us and snap some amazing photos. She did a fantastic job of even catching the perfect small moments, some of which I didn’t even know she was capturing. The photos are all so naturally beautiful and I can’t even begin to describe how much we love them. They are clean and bright and show us, our personalities, and our people perfectly. 100% the best decision we made.
Brooklyn H., 5 months ago
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Perez Family Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Serves Kankakee, IL

From our family to yours... Wherever God leads us, we will travel to capture your precious moments. We believe that each photoshoot is a divine appointment, and we are honored to be part of your journey. We are Robert and Justina, a husband and wife photography team with three wonderful children: a 4-year-old boy, a 14-year-old boy, and a 17-month-old girl. Often our kiddos travel with us to photoshoots (not weddings, haha ) , making it a true family affair. Family is everything to us, and our business reflects that passion. (As far as weddings, usually one of us shoot the weddings).

The Perez family are one of th3 beat decisions we made for our special day, They were so professional, Kind, attentive, and captured the best moments, we couldn't be happier.
Carmen M., 4 months ago
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Well Told Weddings 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,399
  • Serves Kankakee, 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
From start to finish we were very pleased with the services provided and the end result. Do yourself a favor and get the photo album where you can pick your photos. It came out BEAUTIFULLY!!!! This will provide us treasured memories forever! Our photographer, Miles was great and so incredibly nice! Steve always got back to us with all of our questions answered so I felt comfortable I made the correct decision hiring Well Told! Do NOT hesitate with them! You will be happy!
Shari G., 10 months ago
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Dream Day Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves Kankakee, IL

Capture Your Dream Day with Our Team of Wedding Photographers and Videographers! Your wedding day is one of the most special moments of your life, and our team is here to ensure every moment is captured beautifully. We are a talented team of two photographers and two videographers who specialize in creating stunning visual stories that you'll cherish forever. With a keen eye for detail, creativity, and a passion for storytelling, we capture the genuine emotions, candid moments, and all the magic of your big day.

Dream Day Visuals was the perfect choice for our wedding photo and video vendor. From the very beginning, Dmitriy and his team were incredibly professional and patient, guiding us through every step of the process. Their extensive experience was evident in the stunning results - the photo and video shots they captured truly brought our special day to life. Dmitriy's team lead us seamlessly throughout the wedding, ensuring we got all the shots we wanted without ever feeling rushed or overwhelmed. We are thrilled with the beautiful memories they've provided, and would highly recommend Dream Day Visuals to any couple planning their wedding.
Lexi, 2 months ago
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Sierra Marie Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,200
  • Serves Kankakee, IL

I’m a wife and Jesus lover who is dedicated to serving and loving my clients well, by giving them a unique experience. I offer custom wedding packages that are designed with my couple in mind. I also provide custom timeline creations, and help with anything (even non-photo related)! By the time my couple gets their wedding images, they’ve not only gained a photographer that will produce great images, they’ve gained a friend - and to me, that’s priceless.

Awarded Best of Zola
Sierra was AMAZING. From the moment we met her at our consult, we knew she was the one. She was so professional, and would always check in with me to make sure I was doing okay and wasn’t freaking out too much! On the day of my wedding, she was there early, and even helped with getting my dress ready, and she helped calm my nerves by just sitting with me and listening to me vent lol. Her photos are amazing, but honestly the experience of working with her was one of the best I’ve ever experienced. I didn’t just gain a forever photographer, I gained a new friend! Definitely hire her - you won’t be disappointed!
Sarah L., 3 years ago
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Shayla Loring Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,699
  • Serves Kankakee, IL

As a wedding professional of 17+ years, I understand the importance of hiring a photographer you can trust. I've been photographing weddings since 2007 - I LOVE ALL things wedding! Watching your Mom zipping up your dress while she fights back tears, the first look with Dad as he sees his baby girl ready to walk down the isle... capturing all the little moments while you say "I do" is what I live for! I believe your wedding day is the start of your family legacy and it's meant to be captured and enjoyed for years to come.

As a DJ for over 25 years, I have worked with many photographers in my time. None are as easy, professional, and fun, to work with as Shayla Loring Photography is. I have had the pleasure a handful of times, and those are the weddings that go the smoothest. She has great communication skills, lots of unique ideas, and a passion to capture the night just the way the bride and groom want it. She also realizes the night is about the two getting married and her sole focus is on capturing the best memories in the photos. If you are in search of the BEST photographer, look no further!
DJ Doug, 7 months ago
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Marissa K Webb Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,190
  • Serves Kankakee, IL

I am Marissa, a photographer, mom, and wife. When I am not behind the camera you can find me venturing around Chicago or the country with my family. We love adventures and I love a delicious plate of nachos… snickers and a fizzy water I AM SURE YOU WANT TO KNOW WHY I DO WHAT I DO AND HOW I DO IT… I have always had a camera in my hand for as long as I can remember… I mean even one of my daughter is named after a camera and the other is named after light.. I bet you can’t guess what their names are. I absolutely love being there to capture all moments in life… especially weddings.

I hired Marissa as our photographer this past June for our Long Beach, California Wedding knowing she was going to capture every moment beautifully. Let me tell you, she delivered so much more. She helped keep forward momentum through the whole night when everything was just a joyful blur I was lost in. When an issue arose with the second photographer, she found a solution before we even knew of the problem. She was such an incredible asset throughout the entire experience. On top of that, our photos came out incredible. She captured the feeling of the wedding. So many touching moments, celebrations, and Justin and I have never looked better. I’m obsessed. I can’t rave enough about how incredible Marissa is. I could not imagine our wedding without her, you shouldn’t either. 100000/100 highly recommend
Lindsay Bell, 4 months ago
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Emma Petersen Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,250
  • Serves Kankakee, IL

I’m a Chicago-based wedding photographer for all couples ready to have a bonus bridesmaid for their big day!! I capture every first kiss, tight squeeze, & in-between - all while being your right-hand gal!

Awarded Best of Zola
Wow! We have had just such a lovely time working with Emma. We booked her because we’d heard she was great with making couples feel at ease in front of the camera and that was absolutely true. Our engagement photo shoot was fun and easy, and even better the photos turned out amazing. She makes sure to get the pictures parents will want and then makes sure there’s time for photos that really show our character. Prior to our wedding, she was helping to keep us on track with any tasks and she helped answer any questions we had along the way. Day of, she kept us calm and having fun with the photos. Emma is this great balance of buttoned up and professional and easy going so you never feel stressed. We got our first look gallery back just two days after our wedding and WOW. She has such a great eye and knows just what to do to get great shots. We will absolutely work with her again and would recommend her to anyone in a heart beat.
Katie W., 9 months ago
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Victoria G. Photography 

4.4

  • Classic style
  • Serves Kankakee, IL

Hello there, I'm Victoria! I am a portrait photographer based in Cleveland, Ohio, Erie, Pennsylvania, and the surrounding area. ​ I have been taking photos my entire life, but I did not become more serious about photography until 2016! Since then, I have fallen in love with capturing moments for couples, families, and graduates by providing them photographs they will have and cherish forever. Photography is my entire life, and it would be an honor and a privilege to work with you! I look forward to meeting you!

We booked Victoria for our wedding on April 13th 2024. She was incredible. She communicated with us every step of the way. We got our previews back and they are amazing. I am so happy we went with her. ️
Lucy P., 7 months ago
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505 Media Company 

4.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Kankakee, IL

As a Media Company, 505 Media Co always tries to capture genuine emotions. When we capture a wedding. We have the unique opportunity to freeze that moment in time. This is a priceless treasure a couple can cherish for the rest of their lives.

I had my wedding in November 2023, and working with 505 was like a DREAM. I got a package that allowed me to work with a video and photo team, and I also had a day-of coordinator. Krystal was my coordinator, and she was incredible!! She was super friendly and bubbly, but also extremely professional. Working with her and her team was such a smooth process; they were quick communicators, I always got a response back quickly, and I never felt uncertain or worried with them. From the engagement session to the wedding itself to the delivery of the final product, I was extremely happy. The photographers and videographers were so much fun to work with, and I honestly can't speak highly enough about how happy my new husband and I are. We also referred 505 to my cousin that just got married. Love this team!!
Gisselle L., 8 months ago
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Happily Ever After Wedding Photography & Videography 

3.3

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves Kankakee, IL

Located in Chicago, Illinois, Happily Ever After Wedding Photography&Videography is a service that are completely customizable, this company is the perfect choice when it comes to capturing the essence of your wedding day. Their unique network of artists means we're always available for your event - even at the last minute. Services Offered our team makes it easy to capture your most precious moments. You can choose your base investment and add extras from there to create a bespoke experience.

Happily Ever After Wedding Photography & Videography was a fantastic choice for our wedding day. From the very beginning, their communication style was friendly, great, fast and easy. They were extremely accommodating, patient and helpful throughout the entire process. America, our photographer, was very fun and easy to work with, and she made us feel very comfortable around her. Our wedding photos were absolutely beautiful - we love them and couldn't be happier with the outcome. They also helped us respect the timeline we created together, which was very important to us. Overall, Happily Ever After went above and beyond to contribute to making our special day perfect.
Belen G., a month ago
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Mary Rose Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $6,750
  • Serves Kankakee, IL

I have been a wedding photographer for over 10 years now, but I'm still excited about every wedding I shoot. Every day is different, and I love the excitement and the genuine relationships that I get to capture between the couple, their parents, their siblings, and their best friends. My goal is to help each couple have the best possible day, while capturing their memories in the most flattering and memorable way.

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Mary Rose was a wonderful photographer! She captured our wedding perfectly and was very creative and scoped out some really cool spots to take photos (we had a destination wedding in NC and she had never been before). Everyone always comments on what amazing photos we have from our wedding. And since then we’ve used her for maternity shots and newborn sessions and anything else we want pictures for! You will always be thankful you used her to capture your most special days!
Tyler and C., 4 years ago
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Mary Shelton Media 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Kankakee, IL

Featured on Today show and Wedding Day Magazine. I believe everyone deserves to have life's biggest moments captured on camera. But photos turn into heirlooms when the moments are documented in a way that feels absolutely authentically you. No forced emotions, no fake smiles, and certainly no awkward prom-pic poses. Whether you’re dressed to the nines on the day of your wedding or, the dirty white dress that spent more time on the dance floor than the altar let’s capture the authentic you and have a damn good time doing it.

Mary was such an incredible photographer and person to work with for our wedding!! We are not too comfortable in front of the camera and she did such a fantastic job helping us and coaching us so our pictures were the best they could be. The day of the wedding she went above and beyond to make sure it was special and memorable and I cannot rave about her enough. We love Mary!!!
Delaney and J., 2 years ago
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Guided Imagery 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $595
  • Serves Kankakee, IL

We have been shooting weddings for over 15 years and our main focus , besides the portraits , is the emotion !!! That is , to us , 1 of the most important images to have forever! That beautiful emotion , locked in time ! Portrait photography is is something we have been doing for 20 years , editing models also . Our photographer's work has been in print on many occasions and we are proud of them! We love to make your wedding day a positive, peaceful, no worry day for you !

Synergy Studios was an absolute delight to work with for our wedding photography and my Boudoir photoshoot. From our very first interaction, their communication was quick, friendly, and responsive - putting us at ease throughout the entire process. On the day of our wedding, Raven took charge and directed us in the best ways to get some truly beautiful and dynamic photos that perfectly captured the spirit of our special day. The final images were incredibly artistic and we were so grateful for Raven's encouraging and uplifting energy, which made us feel comfortable and confident in front of the camera. Synergy Studios is not only incredibly talented, but also super kind - they truly went above and beyond to make our wedding day feel extra special. I would highly recommend them to any couple looking for an exceptional photography experience.
Claudia B., a month ago
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Kiara’s Sassy Shutters 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Kankakee, IL

Hello there!! I'm here to give you a meaningful, stress-free, and authentic experience while capturing your love in a unique way. I want to help you throughout your entire planning process. Together, let's document your memories and create beautiful images. My hope is that your photos leave you with effortless memories. I'm based in Texas but I travel all over the world. I am a creative photographer with 5 years of shooting experience. I also just recently learned videography! I've enjoyed photography my whole life but never knew how amazing it was to actually be behind the lens and bring my vision to life.

Kiara was excellent! She did everything we asked for! I was worried about what the pictures would look like when they came back but They actually came back better than we expected. We highly recommend her for your wedding, as well as any photography you may be wanting done. Also are prices are very affordable!
Keely & A., 9 months ago

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About wedding photographers in Kankakee, IL

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

A Kankakee, 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?

95% of photographers in Kankakee, 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 Kankakee, IL?

Some of the most popular photographers in this area include Eivan's Photo & Video, 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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