The Best Wedding Vendors in Makanda, IL

The Best Wedding Vendors in Makanda, IL

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Gage Horne Studios 

5.0

  • Videographer
  • Cinematic style
  • Starts at $2,600
  • Serves Makanda, IL for additional fees

My name is Gage Horne, the owner of Gage Horne Studios. I started my company in 2019 (officially) but have been doing video work starting at the age of 11. It started as gaming videos uploaded to YouTube, to shooting professional dance films in college, to starting my own Video Production Service. I found true passion in my work when I realized how important wedding videos are. I had already shot 100+ films before my wedding but realized as a consumer how valuable it is. I love what I do and finding intriguing/interesting ways to display those pieces is what keeps me creative and constantly making my films better.

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My husband and I had our wedding in Idaho back on October 15th, 2022. We hired Gage Horne Studios, and I’m super glad we did. One of the logistic problems was that we live in Alaska, so there wasn’t really any way to meet him beforehand. He took that in stride and was extremely responsive when I talked to him over email. It was not Gage himself that shot our wedding, but the guy that came (sorry, I cannot remember his name lol) was extremely nice and friendly. I will also give him props because he had to compete for shots against 2 photographers, and he did amazing. The turn around was extremely fast, as someone who is horrible at having patience. He also gave a one minute highlight reel, that basically acted like a sneak peek/teaser, and I was in love. My venue (Sunnyside Farms) was absolutely gorgeous and I’m so thankful he offered drone footage of it. Lastly, every bit of inspo I gave to him, he made sure to do. ALL OF IT! I asked him to interview my loved ones attending and ask them for marriage advice, and that is my absolute favorite part of the video. I get to look back on this sentimental video for years to come, and see my favorite people wishing my husband and I the best. One day they will be gone, and that’s all I’ll have left, so I’m really glad to have hired Horne Studios for my big day.
Jordyn D., a year ago
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Juan Photographer 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,600
  • Serves Makanda, IL for additional fees
  • Offer

Hello, I am Juan Amezquita, a professional photographer with over 9 years of experience in the field of wedding photography. My Instagram is juandaphotos_ I take great pride and joy in capturing the intimate and magical moments that make each wedding unique. My passion lies not just in creating beautiful images, but in the opportunity to be a part of a couple's special journey into marriage. I believe that every picture holds a story, and I am here to help tell yours.

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I am so glad that we found you and that you were our photographer for the wedding! You did such an amazing job with the photos. All of your photos really do speak 1000 words and they each tell a beautiful story! I can’t thank you enough for how kind and fun you were and how patient you were with me and my crazy groomsmen! I hope you had as much fun as we did! If there any couples scrolling through his photos trying to decide if this is the photographer for you, the answer is 10000x YES!
Faith & R., a month ago
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Carter Events And Entertainment 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,020
  • Serves Makanda, IL for additional fees

At Carter Events and Entertainment we understand that your wedding is very special. It is a moment in time that cannot be redone, and a day that your friends and family will talk about for years to come. Bringing your dreams to life is our passion!

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We had used Steven his company for my sister's wedding and it was a no brainer that we were going to hire him for our wedding! Steven is professional, easy to communicate with and we were so confident in his abilities to provide the music on our wedding day. Everything went off without a hitch and we were on the dance floor ALL NIGHT! Steven knows how to get the party started - and knows how to keep it going! He also played all our requested songs and truly did an incredible job. Don't hesitate - hire Steven for your wedding DJ!
Grace D., a year ago
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Juan Castañeda 

5.0

  • Videographer
  • Cinematic style
  • Starts at $1,600
  • Serves Makanda, IL for additional fees
  • Offer

Hi, I’m Juan, a 26-year-old wedding videographer with 9 years of experience. Seven years ago, I filmed my first wedding, and it was a life-changing moment. I even cried behind the camera as I watched the couple tear up during the ceremony. From that day on, I knew weddings were my passion. Every shot, angle, and color is carefully captured to ensure your day is as beautiful in video as it is in person. 💍 For inquiries, please visit my website at samanwedding or contact me on Instagram at juandaweddings_ Looking forward to creating unforgettable memories with you!

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I had the pleasure of working with Juan, a newcomer to the wedding industry, and I couldn't be more impressed with his passion, dedication, and hard work. Despite being new to the business, Juan displayed a level of commitment and enthusiasm that surpassed my expectations. His genuine love for his craft was evident in every shot he took and every moment he captured on film. Throughout the entire process, Juan was attentive to our needs, responsive to our requests, and always went above and beyond to ensure that our wedding memories were captured beautifully. His creative vision and attention to detail resulted in stunning photographs and an enchanting wedding video that we will cherish for a lifetime. While Juan may be new to the wedding industry, I have no doubt that he is destined to shine bright. His talent, passion, and dedication are undeniable, and I am grateful to have had the opportunity to work with him. I have no doubt that he will become a sought-after name in the wedding industry, and I wholeheartedly recommend him to any couple looking for a photographer or videographer who truly cares about their craft.
Alex H., 5 months ago
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Ultimate Beats Entertainment 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $895
  • Serves Makanda, IL for additional fees

Your wedding is YOUR day! At Ultimate Beats Entertainment, our biggest goal is to make your vision come to life. We customize a plan for your wedding, party, or event that incorporates both dance floor-filling DJ sets and live performances. Join together with your friends and family, get down to great music, and make magical memories.

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There is no better DJ than DJ Martin. He had us fill out a questionnaire that helped guide us through planning our entire wedding day and ultimately the absolute BEST PARTY ever! I have never seen so many people on a dance floor as I did at our wedding reception. Instead of a head table, we put the DJ façade on the stage where the head tables would have been so that he was the center of attention. Ultimately, it was the best decision. He was able to be close to the dance floor, feel the crowd, and have a good time. He also listened to us on our music choices and guided us on things we were unsure of. We highly recommend Ultimate Beats Entertainment.
Betsy K., 3 months ago
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Arie T. Photography, LLC 

4.9

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,995
  • Serves Makanda, IL for additional fees

Welcome to Arie T. Photography, a black queer woman-owned and operated traveling portrait and wedding photography service based out of the Georgia and Michigan! I've had the honor of capturing all walks of life across the USA with hopes of taking it worldwide. I'm known for my use of natural light, and "unposed” stress-free approach when it comes to my clients. If you feel like you’re awkward in front of the camera, I’ll take that as a challenge to prove you wrong because I can be awkward too.

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Arie was professional, courteous, and went out of her way to make us feel that we were more than just another wedding couple Arie was shooting. Arie went out of her way to understand the vibe of our wedding and what photos we had wanted/were most important to us. My husband and I can’t not say enough good things about Arie and would recommend anyone looking for a fun, understanding photographer…look no further!
Kelli Arsenault, 6 months ago
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fine art wedding film 

4.8

  • Videographer
  • Cinematic style
  • Starts at $1,750
  • Serves Makanda, IL for additional fees
  • Offer

When you choose Fine Art Wedding Film you will get a ticket to journey back in time. You will relive the breathtaking moments of your wedding and notice intriguing details you haven’t had time to absorb. To make this time travel possible we choose moments, change angles, craftfully edit sights and sounds to create a piece of art movie, the movie that you will be proud to share with family, friends, and generations to come. After all the buzz of the preparation for the big day, you will find it extremely rewarding to sit back and enjoy the journey to the day where your new family was born.

Awarded Best of Zola
From our very first conversation with Desmond, our experience with Fine Art Wedding Film has been amazing! Desmond was very attentive and detailed through the booking process, including sending us a VERY informative guide that helped us think ahead to our special day and what we wanted to capture. His communication throughout the process was impeccable. It was a tremendous help, and honestly gave us some great ideas that we would not have thought of ourselves! Both our teaser video and wedding film are magical, and captured everything we wanted. We can’t stop watching it! It has us thinking “What else can Desmond film for us!?” We highly recommend Fine Art Wedding Film!
Lynne & T., 19 days ago
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Leah Flores Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Makanda, IL for additional fees

I am a photographer and artist from the Pacific Northwest with Costa Rican and Scottish roots. My favorite things are dinosaurs, exploring new cities, board games, soccer, National Parks, and whiskey. I have been fortunate to photograph 200+ weddings in my PNW home, to ruins in Scotland, cityscapes in Vietnam, to the beaches of Maui, and beyond! I live in Portland, Oregon with my partner, two dogs, and four cats | 🏳️‍🌈🦖⛰️✈️📸⚽🫶🏼🌈🌲🦕🏝 Fun Fact: I was born on Leap Year Day so I turn 9 this year 🥳!

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I asked Leah to be my wedding photographer years before I even met my husband after seeing photos from different weddings I was apart of. Her work is phenomenal. This spring I got married and Leah was our photographer. THE PICTURES WERE PHENOMENAL!! I am still in awe of the beauty and magic Leah captured that day. If you are looking for a photographer that can capture more than a picture…Leah Flores is your photographer.
Terralyn E., 4 months ago
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Alex V Films 

5.0

  • Videographer
  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $2,435
  • Serves Makanda, IL for additional fees

Here at Alex V Films, we believe that each of the films we create should be as unique and special as the clients they belong to! No two love stories are identical, so we produce films that fit the aesthetics, vibes, and styles of our couples and to showcase the real you. Our cinematic quality truly makes our films a timeless keepsake, so rewatching your film will be just as special as the first time! We take the time to get to know exactly what you are looking for so you can trust that your film will truly reflect your vision. Each of our films beautifully handcrafted and made with the utmost care and love!

Awarded Best of Zola
Alex and his team did an amazing job creating both our teaser and wedding video! He was able to capture all the emotions of the day perfectly into one 8 min video! I would definitely recommend him to all of my friends and family. My husband was apprehensive about video and has completely changed his mind! He loves it and we both know it is something we will cherish forever! Thank you so much Alex!!
Melissa P., 2 months ago
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Diana Marie Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Editorial style
  • Serves Makanda, IL for additional fees
  • Offer

Hey there! Since you are trusting me to capture these special moments in your life, I figured you should probably know a bit about me, right? I am a Huntsville, Alabama native, but moved to Nashville after graduating from the University of Alabama in 2013. ROLL TIDE! Although I consider Nashville home, I am anything but a homebody. I love traveling and exploring new places (especially the food at those places!). I even studied abroad in Italy, which let me tell you, was a food lover's dream. I have always felt like an old soul trapped in a millennial’s body. I would rather listen to Frank Sinatra than anything on the radio today.

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Diana is amazing to work with! She is super detail oriented and easy to get along with. Her process really streamlines everything and I felt like I wasn’t doing a lot of unnecessary selections which is amazing as a busy bride! She really makes everything enjoyable and takes her work seriously. Diana truly became such a special person in our lives throughout the wedding planning process and even after. Throughout our wedding weekend she really felt like family. She laughed, cried and celebrated with us. Diana is so talented and passionate about her work and trust me it shows! I truly can’t wait to work with her again in the future.
Amber W., 9 months ago
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Sharon Valley Harp, LLC 

5.0

  • Ceremony only
  • Serves Makanda, IL for additional fees

By the time she was three years old, Olivia Claggett was asking for a harp teacher. At six years old, she began taking piano lessons with Jean Wonders, and at eight she began Suzuki harp lessons with professional harpist, instructor, and adjudicator Candyce Dunham. She never looked back after her first lesson in October 2007. During her many years as a student, Olivia continued to push herself musically by competing in numerous competitions winning the annual Buckeye Christian School Organization’s spring competition for five consecutive years.

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I was the photographer for a recent wedding that had the pleasure of having her play for their ceremony. The live musical aspect elevates any ceremony. Pair that with the talent… unmatched! I highly recommend Sharon Valley Harp for any live event!
Cassidy Rea, 2 months ago
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Brooklyn Rain Brides LLC 

5.0

  • Planner
  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $350
  • Serves Makanda, IL for additional fees

Hi! I'm Brooklyn - the owner! I'm 22 years old & happily married to my best friend, Michael. Traveling is a huge part of our lives, WDW is our happy place, & our next adventure is never far away. When I'm not at a wedding, you can find me in the flower shop or doing some *light* retail therapy. I recently graduated from KSU with a B.S. in Hospitality & Event Management. I have had the opportunity to work with some amazing couples & vendors in several states. I even spent time in FL working closely with one of the world's leading entertainment companies bringing hundreds of fairytale weddings & events to life. Now, I'm making magic of my own!

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I had the pleasure of working with Brooklyn Rain Brides LLC for a styled shoot. Her communication style was clear, responsive, and professional. Brooklyn came super organized and made sure every part of the shoot went as accordingly. She even brought food for us and all of the photographers which was super kind! Highly recommend their services to any couple looking for an exceptional wedding planning experience.
Ireland H., a month ago
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The Yellow Rose Weddings 

4.9

  • Planner
  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Makanda, IL for additional fees

The Yellow Rose Weddings + Events is a unique and intentional planning collective based in North Carolina. We are your planning BFFs: not only a breath of fresh air, but a fount of knowledge and creativity.

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Team Yellow Rose truly brought our vision to life. From our initial consultation, I knew that Isabel and I were on the same page. Isabel was creative with different ways to maintain our budget. She went above and beyond by MAKING CANDLES in the exact shade I wanted when we could not find any. Though we did not meet in person often, she was always a quick text or call away which we really valued. I can't thank this team enough for making our dream wedding a reality.
Katie D., 5 months ago
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Moon Rising Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Makanda, IL for additional fees

What if your photos actually looked and felt like you? Picture yourself 10 years from now on your wedding anniversary looking back at your wedding album with tears welling up in your eyes as you relive your day. Your wedding should not feel like a performance. Let go of boring wedding traditions, think outside of the box and create something unique that has never been done before. Whatever the perfect day looks like for you, why shouldn’t that be your wedding day? I am more than your wedding photographer, I am your guide, biggest fan, and the curator of your love story, I will also be the one tearing up from behind my lens.

From the moment we first spoke with Danielle (at Moon Rising Photography), we knew we had found the perfect wedding photographer for our special day. Her communication style was both thoughtful and highly professional, putting us at ease throughout the entire process. She kept us on track the whole day, working quickly and efficiently while also keeping everything feeling natural and easy. The quality of her work is truly exceptional, with an artistic approach that captured a soft and romantic essence in the most beautiful way. We are overjoyed with the stunning photos that will allow us to cherish the memories of our wedding for a lifetime. Danielle exceeded our expectations in every way, and we cannot recommend her highly enough!
Channah, 21 days ago
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Love by Justina 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,300
  • Serves Makanda, IL for additional fees

LOCATIONS - Offering Special Rates + Airfare Fee Waived) - CA, HI, IL, PA, GA, VA, MD, FL, NV | Hey! Justina here. You'll probably find me at your local thrift shop with my iced coffee in the dead of winter listening to gospel or rnb music in my ear while shopping for records and broken cameras. When i find spare time i play apex legends or attend creative events. my guilty pleasure is reality tv and crime documentaries.

Awarded Best of Zola
I’m absolutely in love with Justina’s work! I’m usually very picky about photos of myself but every single photo Justina took for our engagement shoot and wedding turned out beautifully and genuinely captured the essence of our relationship. I’m so incredibly grateful we had the opportunity to work with her as her photos are stunning! In addition to being incredibly talented, she is also an absolute sweetheart to work with. My husband and I felt like we were just hanging out with a friend during our shoot which ultimately allowed for such natural photos. She truly went above and beyond during the wedding and captured the most precious moments. We were blown away by the quality and quantity of our preview wedding photos just one week after the wedding. We have already referred her to many of our friends and will continue using her for any photography needs in the future! Thank you so much, Justina!!
Emi H., 4 months ago

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