Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in Mendota, IL

Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in Mendota, IL

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Kate Scott Photography 

5.0

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

My name is Kate Scott Daly, and I can't wait to meet you! I'm a Chicago native and have been a professional photographer for nearly a decade. I am obsessed with capturing the perfect moment that will make you gasp and say "Oh my god, this is amazing!" Being a queer woman, it is so important to me that you feel safe, loved, and beautiful every step of the way. If you're looking for someone you can relax with and just be yourself, you've found me! Let's face it: it can be awkward being in front of a camera. Even I feel nervous sometimes! I understand that anxiety and will do everything I can to make you feel fabulous!

Kate was an absolute dream to work with! She brought the energy and fun we were looking for! It was really important to us as a queer couple to have a photographer who understood this and could make everyone feel comfortable. Kate went above and beyond to ensure she could best support us. From the very first phone call I was excited to work with Kate and didn't even talk to any other photographers! I loved Kate's work online and knew she would be great to work with! Kate was fun, energetic, creative and thoughtful in her work! The pictures turned out wonderful! Kate helped us make memories that I will cherish forever!
Tiffany F., 2 years ago
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Andreoni Photography & Videography 

5.0

Peru, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000

Capturing life's most precious moments through the lens of love. At Andreoni Photography, we are more than just photographers and videographers — we're a family-centered team that understands the significance of each moment and bring a unique blend of passion and expertise to every project. From engagements to weddings, we're here to freeze- frame the love, joy, and connections that make life extraordinary. Let us tell your story through our lens, preserving memories that will warm your heart for generations to come.

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Andreoni photography was the best to work with for engagement and wedding photos. They made us feel so comfortable and had great ideas. All questions were answered and in a timely matter. The turnaround time for getting the pictures was quick, and the quality of the pictures was amazing. If you are looking for a reliable photographer..these are your people! Highly recommend.
Sarah G., 8 months ago
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Seth Morris Photography 

5.0

Ottawa, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000

We are a married couple who LOVE LOVE. We love capturing the moments of your wedding day where everyone who loves you is gathered in one place to celebrate your life. We have been in business since 2006 and have a passion for wedding photography. We are fun and easy going and strive to keep your wedding day stress free and fun but still capture all the moments. Our clients have called us their wedding fairy godparents as we stitch up ripped pants and bustle complicated trains. But our all time favorite quote by a groom surprised by all the moments capture in his gallery: Those two are straight up ninjas. We think that sums it up!

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From beginning to end, Seth and Mary were a dream to work with. They went so above and beyond. Mary helped us run on time day of and Seth was always holding things. They have no ego and are truly there to help. Honestly a dream. Communication was always extremely clear. The photos I’ve seen are better than I could have ever hoped for. People are floored by how beautiful they are. They got me a preview within 24 hours too. It was incredible. One of the best decisions we made was hiring them and I feel very honored to have photos by them. I will treasure them.
Cate B., 9 days ago
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Once Like a Spark Wedding Co. 

4.8

Atlanta, GA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,845
  • Serves Mendota, IL

More than a decade ago, two sisters - knew there had to be a better way to allow talented photographers and videographers to focus on what they do best -- create gorgeous art -- while providing couples with better support in the planning process. Together, they created an all-inclusive, stress-free environment where couples can choose from talented local photographers and videographers and work with a small team of planning experts equipped and eager to make everything a success. With the pressure gone, you can truly enjoy your big day. Relax and rest assured that all the emotional and moments will be documented with unmatched quality.

After being given a long list of wedding photographer vendors from our venue, Once Like A Spark really stood out to us not only because of their name but also because their portfolio of pictures was exactly the vibe we were looking for in our wedding photos. This company was extremely easy to work with and their communication was awesome! They have different team members designated for each stage of planning so you know you’re getting the attention you need during a stressful time. We used OLAS for our September 2023 wedding. We opted for a second photographer after originally booking only one and they made the addition seamless to our contract! You are able to choose your primary photographer and we chose Matt (a former Bruins photographer, which my husband loved :)) and he could not have been more professional and focused the day of the wedding! Our second photographer was wonderful too! Both were detail oriented and made us so excited to see the shots they got! We received our gallery 5 weeks after the wedding, which was earlier than we expected, and were totally blown away! Our photographers nailed it! We cannot recommend OLAS enough! 10 out of 10 experience!
Nora D., 9 months ago
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Heather Christine Photo + Film 

4.9

Charleston, WV
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,950
  • Serves Mendota, IL

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

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I have followed Heather since she started and it has been so amazing watching her grow! Her and her team work so well to make your day special and made my visions come to life. I’m so happy she was able to capture so many memories of those closest to me. These photos will hang on my wall and be passed down for generations. I included just a few because they are truly something special!
Shannon, a month ago
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Ledd Lens LLC, Photo and Film 

5.0

Miami, FL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,499
  • Serves Mendota, IL
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We are team of traveling wedding photographers and videographers. For 2024, we have 90+ weddings booked in 29 different states. Our shooting style is photojournalistic, natural, CINEMATIC to traditional. Our editing and style depends. Very easygoing and flexible depending on the client's preference. Our team is dedicated in delivering memories.

Ledd Lens LLC provided exceptional photography and videography services for our wedding. From start to finish, their communication was clear, prompt, and stress-free. On the big day, the photographers and videographers blended seamlessly to capture all of the special moments without ever feeling intrusive. The end result is a gorgeous collection of photos and a wedding video that far exceeded our expectations in capturing the joy and love of our special day. We couldn't recommend Ledd Lens more highly for any couple looking to preserve beautiful memories of their wedding through top-notch photography and videography.
Lisset M., 15 days ago
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Visil Photography 

5.0

Chicago, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,950
  • Serves Mendota, IL

Hey, I'm Victor Silas, the heart and soul behind Visil Photography. As the owner and lead photographer, I'm deeply passionate about creating and capturing love stories. It's not just about taking pictures; it's about freezing the unique moments that make your wedding day unforgettable. We create an atmosphere that makes couples comfortable in front of our camera. Our style is candid, photojournalistic, natural, and fun. At Visil Photography, we're here to be a part of your joy, creating a visual tale of your love that lasts a lifetime.

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Victor from Visil Photography is an excellent photographer who is easy to work with and has a strong work ethic! Before shooting, Victor takes the time to clearly understand the clients' distinctive vision, wants, and needs to ensure each moment and detail is captured perfectly. His knowledge of photography and complex lighting shine through the images he creates. Victor's approachable and committed nature makes working with him a true delight and I will continue to refer him to potential clients without thinking twice! I, wholeheartedly, recommend Visil Photography for unparalleled wedding photography.
AQEEL TOBERIA, 9 months ago
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Piero Pierrot Photography 

5.0

Wheeling, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,200
  • Serves Mendota, IL
  • Offer

** Use your complimentary session in Starved Rock or other, I'll drive for an amazing engagement shot! (ask for details) - I'm Piero, owner of Pierrot and lead photographer, it has been amazing meeting so many couples, with so many stories to tell. (I have 150 reviews and 4.9 on Thumbtack + 35 reviews with 4.9 on google) I adapt to my couple's wishes so they get their own experience. I don't have a unique photo style, I try to use them all to tell every story, and that helps me capture so many beautiful moments. I capture candid moments as well as helping the couple with their favorite portrait ones.

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Piero was our wedding photographer and I was blown away by the photos he sent us of our wedding the very next morning. From the beginning he was super easy to work with and made sure to respond to messages and questions promptly. He was punctual, kind, professional, and kept our wedding party on task the day of our wedding. His vision for our photos were awesome and turned out stunning. He scaled all the photos perfectly and made sure not only the background of the photos looked good but also the poses of us and our wedding party photographed well. I love the candid shots he got too. They were beautiful! Everyone was saying how amazing the photos turned out! I am so, so thrilled with them and my husband and I will cherish our wedding photos in the years to come. Thank you for everything, Piero! You have a gift and thank you for sharing it with us! -Brydie & Doug
Brydie & D., 7 days ago
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JZ Studio Photography 

5.0

Mundelein, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Mendota, IL
  • Offer

JZ Studio Photography is a wedding and Portrait photography company based in Chicago, that services Chicago, Milwaukee, Detroit and anywhere our couples may take us within US and Canada. At JZ Studio Photography, the team will create an amazing photographic experience for you on your wedding day, by capturing all of the most intimate and romantic moments through their camera lenses from beginning to end and compile the story for you.

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Highly recommend JZ studio Photography! We had him for our wedding and we could jot have been more happy with the results! He captured our day perfectly!
Chelsea, 2 years ago
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Jessica Yahn Photography 

5.0

Springfield, MO
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Mendota, IL

Your wedding is one of the most important days of your life, and I am so happy that you are considering including us to be a part of it. I commit to a limited number of Weddings per year to ensure that your day remains a priority. Photography is all about connection and your photographer will be one of the biggest and longest-lasting connections you’ll share with any of your wedding vendors. I strive to create beautiful portraits, but also a lasting relationship with my couples. When you book with us, you are not just a client, you become part of the JYP family! I am honored to have the opportunity to laugh…to cry…to share your love story.

Awarded Best of Zola
Jessica is so sweet, professional, and talented! So thankful we trusted her and Sean to do our wedding photos/videos! She even helped us dig for audio footage months after our wedding was over!
KM, 7 months ago
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Anders Maagaard 

5.0

Wheaton, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,490
  • Serves Mendota, IL

Hej, I’m Anders, originally from Denmark, I made the move to the United States in 2019 to marry my wonderful wife, Kristin. Photography has always been a passion of mine, and I've coupled that with my love for adventure. Whether it's traveling the world, scuba diving, hiking, or ultra running, I've always found ways to incorporate photography into these experiences. However, everything changed for me when I shot my first wedding. Being part of such a special day, filled with love and magic, made me realize that this is what I truly want to do.

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I will start this review off by simply stating that the choice of the photography “vendor” might have been one of the most important choices to me in our wedding planning process and the one that gave me much anxiety initially. I was looking for someone who could capture the feeling of our day, of course get lovely photographs of our friends and family, and also let shine their artistic talents to create photos that could stand alone without the obvious label of a “wedding shot.” The decision of which photographer to pick with the initial brief above seemed daunting...especially in a sea of what seemed to be very standard wedding photographers all at about the same price point or much more for what didn’t seem like better quality. When I stumbled upon Anders, I immediately felt a connection to his artistic style that felt in a different league to what I had been looking at. We had an initial consult with Anders and all of the feelings of anxiety over the photographer (how the pictures might turn out, whether we were going to regret our choice, etc.) washed away completely. We are living in the PNW and were able to do an engagement shoot while we were in Chicago briefly and Anders was very flexible with our scheduling and made us feel so comfortable in front of the camera. He spent extra time, took us to such interesting spots, and the results were so beautiful. I mentioned in our initial consultation that what was most important to me was enjoying our wedding day and the special time with friends and family which is exactly what we got. Anders did such a great job in making sure we stayed on track with important shots and was able to create so many other personal shots that I just love looking back on! Not only this, but he also ended up creating a wedding video for us that was so special. Not only is Anders a wonderful photographer, but a wonderful person who is so friendly, kind, and truly passionate about his work. We are not the only ones who noticed; We had multiple guests after the wedding comment on how fun Anders was to interact with. I cannot think of an easier decision that we made for our wedding. I cannot recommend Anders enough!
Victoria, 6 months ago
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KMauck Photography LLC 

5.0

Milwaukee, WI
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,875
  • Serves Mendota, IL

Hi, I’m Kelsey! I am a wedding photographer! I am obsessed with dogs. I will never not acknowledge a dog near me by saying “puppers”. It is what it is. I would 100% rather be on the beach somewhere with palm trees. I am constantly daydreaming about being in the tropics. I love the color black. If we work together, there is a high chance that will be my outfit color of choice.

Awarded Best of Zola
Kelsey did our proposal shoot, engagement shoot, a random photoshoot we planned, and our wedding. She is so easy to work with and makes us feel so comfortable working with her. She goes above and beyond with her delivery of images too. She’s always given us more images than what we’ve paid for just because she enjoys the shoot so much and the images. You can tell she loves what she does through her work! She’s always timely with her shoots and delivery of images! She got us close to 100 preview images within a day of our wedding. We love working with her and highly recommend her!!!
Ashley H., 17 days ago
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Alivia Gray Studios 

5.0

Batavia, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Mendota, IL

I captured my first wedding in August of 2018, it was the day I fell head over heels in love with wedding photography. It's all about capturing the love story for me..the feels from beginning to end. When you book with AGS, you're signing on for an adventure. Your engagement session is a celebration full of us getting to know one another, lots of laughter, and having fun! As your wedding nears closer AGS will help with your timeline, connect with your vendors ( or introduce you to some of the best) and help plan out the perfect photo locations, along with any other needs to create the perfect day.

Arleigh and her team are beyond amazing! It’s as if your best friend is behind the camera and helping you every moment. Arleigh and Jordan went so far and above what I could have ever imagined. They jumped in with whatever last minute things needed assistance and made my family feel so at ease. Their love for what they do and ease with everyone comes through without a doubt. I didn’t expect to find such an amazing person to capture all the little moments in our lives, but I not only found that, but someone I plan to keep as friend as well!
Lexi, 2 years ago
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Gmartel Photography 

5.0

Madison, WI
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Mendota, IL

Hey, Im Grant. I'm a Madison, WI based wedding photographer who specializes in a documentary approach using both film and digital photography. If you want your wedding gallery to be uniquely yours (vs a Pinterest shotlist), then I'm your guy.

I can’t say enough good things about working with Grant. Working with him was so easy and fun! He took the time to ask us about our vision and what we were looking for from our day. Grant captured our day in such a unique and beautiful way you can feel the emotion in the photos. All our photos were everything I wanted and more! I can not recommend him enough!
Dee, 7 months ago
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Andrew Merz 

5.0

Chicago, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Mendota, IL

I like to take a journalistic approach to my wedding photography, letting the day flow naturally, all while capturing every wonderful moment for the couple as non-obtrusive as possible. My goal is to make your big day as stress free & fun as possible while capturing memories to last a life time!

Awarded Best of Zola
Reviews Sort by Most relevant Newest Highest rating Lowest rating Rachel Toda 3 reviews·1 photo a year ago I have nothing but good things to say about Andrew! I have worked with several photographers before from my past life as an Event Manager and in my present life as a Realtor, and have been sincerely pleased with his work. Andrew has the … More Bree Nacsa 13 reviews 2 hours ago NEW We could have not asked for a better photographer for our wedding and are forever grateful for the fantastic job Andrew did for our rehearsal and wedding day. … More Gregory Rothstein 2 reviews 3 hours ago NEW Andrew has been a collaborator I've worked with for 5 years on photography projects in the DCMA and beyond. … More Lane Brenner 1 review 56 minutes ago NEW Andrew is a fantastic photographer! He is our go-to for our team's real estate and event photography needs. He is professional, timely, and he provides our photos in a very easy-to-use format online. I would highly recommend Andrew! Bree Nacsa 13 reviews 2 hours ago NEW We could have not asked for a better photographer for our wedding and are forever grateful for the fantastic job Andrew did for our rehearsal and wedding day. Some highlights: - Strong communication in the months leading up to the wedding, always promptly replying to emails - His gallery speaks for itself but he clearly has a good artistic vision and excellent editing skills with many years of experience - Did some FILM photography as well!!! My favorite photos of the day were captured on film and had such a gorgeous vintage vibe that digital would never be able to capture. - Captured everything we could have possibly wanted, was good at posing us for posed photos but also got so many special candid moments Most importantly, Andrew has such a relaxed, positive, and calming vibe that was so important to us on our big day. I have been in weddings where the photographer is way too intense and barking orders at everyone, rushing people, and stressing out the bride and groom - I am so glad that was not the case with him. I could not recommend his services enough - it is well worth every penny.
Bree and K., a year ago
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Caz Isaiah - Cinemotion 

5.0

New York, NY
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Mendota, IL
  • Offer

I'm Caz Isaiah, a New York City + Los Angeles based wedding photographer, but you can find me in a different city and country every week of the year capturing unforgettable moments in time. I shoot in a cinematic and timeless style making sure to capture raw and candid moments that will make your day look feel a movie. I have over 200,000 followers on social media as well as 10 of millions of image/video views so you can be assured who you’re working with. Let’s create something captivating! Caz Isaiah - Cinemotion Photo

I hired Caz and Sheldon because I fell in love with their photos. I was absolutely STUNNED when I got them back. Seeing others in their pics was one thing, but him capturing my big day and seeing them, I can’t thank them enough. Once on a lifetime events need to be captured by someone who can bring out the emotions and feelings in that day for years to come and he is the one who can do it. They were always responsive, super friendly and made my day go so much smoother. I don’t consider them just photographers, but also my friends now. Thank you so much, if Caz is available BOOK HIM right away. The best day ever thanks!
Imani, 3 months ago
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Sarah Nader Photography 

5.0

Chicago, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,400
  • Serves Mendota, IL

I'm an award winning wedding photojournalist from Chicago, Illinois. I was raised in the Chicago suburbs but now call Lincoln Square home with my husband and our two Golden Retrievers, Missy and Felony. When the dogs aren't keeping me busy I love traveling all over the world, cooking amazing meals, jumping on my Peloton and eating Thai food while binging Netflix.

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I was looking for a photographer who would understand my vision for our wedding, and who would also be able to add their own artistic style to the photos. Sarah’s photos instantly enchanted me with their blend of romance and realism, and her work did NOT disappoint! Our engagement photos were a magical fall city-scape experience, and our wedding photography (Even the sneak peek) looks absolutely stunning. I will cherish these photos for a lifetime! Her work is sleek, creative, beautiful, and fun. Not at all cheesy or corny. And to top it all off---she is super easy to work with and is fun to have around! I cannot stress enough how much we enjoyed working with her. Thank you Sarah!
Carolyne D., a year ago
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Alexis Renea Photography 

5.0

Atlanta, GA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,850
  • Serves Mendota, IL
  • Offer

Hiiiiiii! I’m Alexis Renea, your go-to wedding and portrait photographer based in the big ATL. ✨ But hey, don’t let location hold us back—I’m always up for an adventure, so whether we’re celebrating locally or across the globe, count me in at no extra charge!! I believe love knows no bounds, and every couple deserves to have their story told with authenticity and respect. Whether your wedding is a grand affair or an intimate gathering, I work with all budgets because I understand that each love story is unique and deserves to be celebrated in its own way. I can’t wait to capture your love, laughter & connections 🤍

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I met Alexis at the park where we had a photo session. She delivered my pictures the same day. I’m looking forward to booking her for my daughters birthday party!
The B., a year ago
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Melissa Cervantes Photography 

5.0

Burlington, IA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,200
  • Serves Mendota, IL

I have 12 years of photography experience, 6 years in the industry and have shot more than 180 weddings. Safe to say, this IS my passion. Couples and wedding photography can be SO stressful--the pressure to look and be a certain way or follow trends is INTENSE. Wedding stress is real and I am anti it all the way. For my couples, they're job is just to show up and have fun. I will do ALL the rest!

Awarded Best of Zola
I don't even know where to begin with writing this. Melissa is phenomenal. Full stop. The first time we met her we knew we wanted her to capture our wedding photos. She was so friendly, approachable, and professional. We wanted our photos to capture our personalities, and we knew Melissa could do that. We also knew we could trust her fully to take great photos so that we could relax and enjoy our day. On our wedding day, she made the whole process so seamless, and we really were able to relax and enjoy the day. It was the best. The photos Melissa captured from our wedding day are something we will treasure forever. When the first few showed up online the day after our wedding, our whole family gasped, and there were quite a few tears. The photos are literally perfect. Absolutely better than anything I could have imagined or wanted, and each one feels so unique. When we look at them, it's like we are right back at OUR wedding day, not just any wedding day. There are two more things I have to mention here. 1) Our engagement session was amazing. Melissa spent the day with us up in Madison (where we live) and absolutely captured us and our favorite places in such a heartfelt way. She also made that day so FUN. I was certainly nervous about being photographed so much, but after awhile, it felt like it was just Simon and I there, having fun, together. The photos are a true reflection of that. 2) We had to reschedule our original wedding due to the pandemic. Melissa was super understanding and made our new date work for us. Overall, Melissa is an artist. She is someone I would trust completely again and again to capture the most important moments in my life and the lives of those I love. Thank you!!
Hannah + S., 2 years ago
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Taber Lacie Photo 

5.0

West Bend, WI
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Mendota, IL

Hey there, I'm Taber! A passionate wedding photographer with a heart full of love and a spirit that embraces the joy in every moment. Through my lens, I strive to weave stories that are not just timeless, but also uniquely romantic, creative, and filled with genuine fun. My fun-loving spirit ensures that not only do I take stunning photos, but I also create an atmosphere where laughter and joy naturally unfold. I specialize in creating images that not only stand the test of time but also tell a story that is exclusively yours. From intimate glances to exuberant celebrations, I aim to freeze every moment in a frame of everlasting beauty.

Awarded Best of Zola
I could not have dreamt up a better photographer for our wedding than Taber Lacie... I don't even know where to begin. Booking her was easily the best decision we made of all our vendor choices. Her talent is just through the roof. There are certainly plenty of photographers out there who are talented and it can be tough to narrow down, but what I think separates Taber from the pack is how, in addition to being uniquely talented and passionate about her work, she is also affordable, incredibly fun to be around, and will stick around for the ENTIRE day and night. The importance of having a photographer who is laid-back, directive (in an enjoyable and super helpful way!), hilarious, and overall a joy to have with you is so underrated; it can really make or break your mood for the day since they're there, ideally, throughout every part of your day. In terms of her rates, I truly believe she could charge double what she does and still be worth every penny. The fact that she included a free engagement photo session (in part to help you ensure it's a good fit) and stayed through the reception was such a gift. That said, if I had to pinpoint one aspect of what makes Taber so special and why I would recommend her to anyone looking for a photographer is that she tailors her photographs to your preferences and taste. We are a huge fan of dancing photos, for example, and holy cow did she come through. She sends out a questionnaire before the big day and its purposefully lengthy so that she can be thorough and give you all exactly what you're looking for. Even if our photos aren't your taste, I highly recommend browsing her site, as her range is as remarkable as is the quality of her photographs. In short, if you book Taber, I am confident she will exceed your expectations just as she exceeded ours.
Maddie B., 6 months ago
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Alana Jordan Photography 

5.0

Plainfield, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Mendota, IL

Hello there! My name is Alana. I am a wedding photographer based in the Chicagoland area who ranges from lovely backyard weddings in the suburbs, to swanky celebrations in the city, to flying off to stunning elopements around the world. Weddings with me include tons of laughter, lots of support in planning and organizing, and photos so vivid that your memories jump out of the frame. (It may also include us both happy crying together on the big day) I make the whole process as easy and fun as possible, and would be absolutely honored to take on the role of turning your memories into artwork!

Alana was beyond wonderful as our wedding photographer. She paid incredible attention to detail, capturing our special moments in a way that felt both authentic and real. Alana made sure to get everyone on my list of people to capture, ensuring no one was missed. Her photos were nothing short of amazing, and I cannot express how many people commented on the wonderful work she did. Thanks to Alana, my three months of planning went smoothly, and I couldn't be more grateful. I highly recommend her work to anyone looking for a talented and dedicated photographer. Thank you, Alana, for making our day so memorable!
Jill Van W., a month ago
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The Narrative by Jarrod Rigby (Photo + Video) 

5.0

Venice, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Mendota, IL

Hey future newlyweds! I'm Jarrod, a wedding photographer that specializes in story telling. Tired of all the bright, overposed, cookie cutter sh*t you keep seeing? Let's create wedding images with real emotion, story, and intention to them. I know being in front of the camera can be awkward. That's why I choose not to pose couples, but instead prompt you to do something like "take off your shoes and run across the field" or " get inside the car and kiss everywhere except the lips". These prompts will help you feel comfortable and also help create candid images. Check out my website for more info :)

Awarded Best of Zola
I cannot express enough how much I enjoy working with Taylor & Jarod! They are not only very talented, yet very fun to work alongside with. The always produce amazing quality work, and their communication with me as the coordinator is always punctual. I of course have them on my Preffered Vendor List and highly highly recommend them to my couples. You will have such a fun time with these two, and all of your special moments will be captured- garenteed! True professionals.
Aesthetic Event Planning, 8 months ago
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Grace in Chaos Photography 

5.0

Stronghurst, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Mendota, IL

I've always been a creative at heart, my own mother is an artist so maybe it's genetic? However, photography was never on my radar. One fateful day, a friend reached out to me requesting engagement photos for her and her love. My iPhone and I were absolutely honored at the opportunity! After the debut of those beautiful, phone quality captures, the inquiries came rolling in! I was pleasantly surprised and within months decided it was only right to invest in proper gear. Officially established in 2021, I've been beyond blessed with the chance to meet so many wonderful people and capture their once in a lifetime moments! Anya Grace 🖤

Anya is a highly talented photographer. I struggle with following simple directions, which may be due to the language barrier as English is not my native language. However, Anya was extremely patient with me. I hired her twice for my wedding and graduation pictures, but I actually worked with her three times, including engagement photos, the wedding, and the graduation shoot. She made me feel like a celebrity in all the pictures. I highly recommend her to everyone.
Mary G., a year ago
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Velvet Love Studio 

5.0

Miami, FL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $9,000
  • Serves Mendota, IL

Our photographers are artists with a passion for capturing the beauty and emotion of your wedding day. We use top-of-the-line equipment and lighting to ensure your photos are nothing short of spectacular. As a mobile studio, Velvet Love goes beyond traditional wedding photography. They are adventurers, storytellers, and artists, ready to embark on a journey with you to create a visual masterpiece that transcends borders. The studio's flexibility in travel arrangements, paired with their artistic expertise, means that your wedding memories will be a blend of breathtaking landscapes and intimate moments that showcase the depth of your love.

ChatGPT Choosing Velvet Love Studio as our wedding photographer was one of our best decisions for our Miami wedding. From the moment we connected with them, we knew we were in good hands. Their professionalism, creativity, and dedication to their craft were evident throughout the entire process, and they truly made our experience unforgettable.
Cameron & L., 5 months ago
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Spectacular Photographer - A Better DJ and Photographer Nationwide 

5.0

Cocoa, FL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $799
  • Serves Mendota, IL
  • Offer

Before you book any of these vendors give us a call! You don't have to spend a fortune to get top level wedding vendors, so why would you? We are celebrating 25 years in business and have done well over 15,000 amazing weddings. Our photographer-DJ-video teams are dedicated to providing outstanding performances in budget friendly packages. We will help you create the perfect package to make your wedding vison become reality. Planning assistance is included in every package! On our site you will find package prices, over a million photos, and several thousand great reviews. Available nationwide including your area!

Their staff was prompt, professional, involved! Our pictures are top of the line! The DJ was great got people up dancing in the sweltering weather!
Barbara B., 13 days ago
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B.Kaker Productions 

5.0

Naperville, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Mendota, IL

I'm Shekia Baker, the heart behind B.Kaker Productions. Photography and videography are not just my profession; they are my calling. Since the earliest days of my childhood, I've been inseparable from my camera, capturing the world with wonder and reverence and I am privileged to share this passion with you. With a professional journey that began in high school, capturing memories for the yearbook, my career has since flourished to include some remarkable milestones. I've had the honor of capturing moments for public figures, politicians and celebrities, working with renowned organizations like 360 Chicago and the Chicago Bulls.

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In love with the results! Kia made us feel so comfortable and was quite accommodating! She was professional, attentive to our needs, and captured our moments well. Was worth every penny and will be working with her again in the future!
Neshelle and Z., a year ago
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Captured By Morgan 

5.0

Washington, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Mendota, IL

NOW OFFERING 50% OFF REMAINING 2024 DATES! I'm Morgan and I've been a professional portrait photographer for 10 years and a wedding photographer for 6. I'm based in Illinois and travel all over the Midwest capturing people's love stories. I strongly believe that everyone deserves photographs that reflect their true personality and spirit, without any need for awkward posing. As your photographer, my priority is to create a comfortable and relaxed environment. I'll guide you through each step of the process so that you can simply be yourself and let your natural beauty shine.

I’m an independent photographer and have partnered with Morgan numerous times to photograph weddings. She is such a joy to work with and easy to communicate with. Morgan has an eye for photography that I admire greatly as a fellow photographer. Her work is always beautiful and consistent. I would recommend any vendor or client to work with her.
Jonathan Knight, 10 months ago
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Madi Ellis Photography 

5.0

Chicago, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,450
  • Serves Mendota, IL

*****The best way to reach me is to fill out the inquiry form on my website!***** As a documentary-style photographer, I love to emphasize connection, texture, and authentic emotion. Being a former actor who found a deep love and passion for wedding photography, I'm most drawn to the art of storytelling while creating honest and original work. I strive to make my images fully represent my couples in every way possible. I'm goofy, fun, and always create a deep connection with my couples to ensure their big day is captured with passion + care.

Madi is fantastic to work with! She is very familiar with our event spaces and works very well with our events team. She captures great angles and does magical things with the interesting lighting in our space. If you are looking for a photographer who not only has an artistic eye but also cares deeply about the people she works with and their events, look no further. Book Madi Ellis Photography!
Stephanie Aksland, 3 years ago
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Sun Flash Photography 

5.0

Pontiac, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,400
  • Serves Mendota, IL

Born and raised in Joliet, IL. but now based in Pontiac, IL my husband and I love to travel all around the state and also out of it. Since I was a kid I've always loved photography and always had a camera I could get my hands on ready. It mostly consisted of my older sister's old cameras but I would make it work. I’ve been photographing weddings professionally since 2017. I like being the friend in the background taking pictures of you while you take it all in. That's the feeling I like to give my clients, posed and candid pictures.

Sun Flash Photography is definitely our choice for our future photography needs. She was easy to work with and the quality of the products we ordered is amazing. The attention to detail Ailani gave us was superb.
Cristina R., 5 days ago
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Moments by Frank 

5.0

Chicago, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,800
  • Serves Mendota, IL

Moments by Frank is a wedding photography experience based in Chicago, IL. Frank believes in capturing the essence of your joyous occasion in a relaxed and authentic setting. He focuses on guiding the happy couple through a mindfulness approach – soaking up every second of the memorable day. His gentle and professional tone allows the couple to feel comfortable, so even the most camera-shy will be able to embrace a day of flawless moments. Schedule a quick video call to find out how Frank can capture a day full of intimacy, authenticity, and love.

Frank was absolutely AMAZING! Him and his team literally captured the perfect moments in every photo and in our wedding video. We told them what we hoped for and they delivered! Super sweet, so patient and the communication was awesome!
A and M., 7 months ago
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Natural Images Photo Video 

5.0

Foley, AL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Mendota, IL

In business since 1992, Natural Images Photo Video provides a very unique photography and videography package specifically tailored to wedding couples. Our most popular package is our 'combo' All-Inclusive Photography and Videography Package.

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They are the sweetest folks to work with. We had always wanted a video package but could not find an affordable option. Billy and Miss Cheryl did BOTH! We got photos and videos for two days and they even live streamed our wedding to our family overseas. Billy's photos are insane gorgeous and Cheryl's video captured everything we had dreamed of. I highly recommend them to everyoone wanting a amazing wedding.
Megan M., a year ago
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two-2-tango 

5.0

Elgin, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $800
  • Serves Mendota, IL

Hi, I'm Louie and I am a Chicago-based photographer. I love working with fun, creative couples who desire an fun, artistic capture of their wedding day! I've photographed over 400+ weddings for couples from all over the United States and in doing so I've made some really great friends as well. Having worked with over 400 couples while sharing their unique and special day; I know that no two weddings are alike. The challenge of capturing a couple's personal style and touch is what keeps me so inspired year after year. I don't believe there is such a thing as "just another couple". Each couple is unique and so is their story.

We booked with Louis to photograph our wedding before we even got engaged. It was the first thing we did because we loved his style and the packages/price. Let me tell you we were blown away with this talent and friendliness. At both our engagement session and our wedding we had a lot of fun taking pictures because Louis made it fun. What could be hours of silence besides some photo cues, turned into good conversations and even better pictures. His partner Gabby was phenomenal as well, they made a great team. They work very fast as our wedding was 12/16 and we already have our sneak peeks and our photos will be done in a few weeks! They sneak peeks are absolutely stunning I cannot wait to see the rest. If you’re considering booking with two 2 tango, DO IT! They captured our wedding perfectly. It looks like a movie. Couldn't be happier with our choice of photographer.
Gabrielle S., 7 months ago
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Ozan Ulucan Photography 

5.0

San Francisco, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Mendota, IL

I am a professional wedding photographer, dedicated to capturing the beauty and emotion of your special day. I offer a variety of packages to fit any budget, and work closely with couples to understand their unique vision. I use a blend of film and digital photography for a timeless and romantic look. I understand that every wedding is unique and that each couple has their own personal style. That's why I take the time to get to know you and your partner. I am passionate about my work and committed to providing the highest level of service. Contact me for a consultation and let's create beautiful memories together.

Ozan Ulucan Photography captured our love story flawlessly. Their passion, attention to detail, and warmth made our wedding day truly unforgettable. The photos are absolute masterpieces, evoking emotions we'll treasure forever. Highly recommend for anyone seeking the best wedding photographer!
Destiny, 6 months ago
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Debra Aslanidis Photography 

5.0

Jefferson City, MO
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,600
  • Serves Mendota, IL

We're a husband and wife wedding photography duo! We love meeting new couples and providing a service that will have you looking back at your images years from now and still have you feeling those emotions you felt on your wedding day.

Debra was an excellent photographer. My husband and I only had a few key shots in mind for our reception. Debra had some great ideas and suggestions. The photos turned out great! A pleasure to work with!
Nicole F., 3 months ago
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Green Karma Event Services 

5.0

Lisle, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $800
  • Serves Mendota, IL

Welcome to Green Karma Event Services! We specialize in family fun and live entertainment, offering wedding officiants, photographers, videographers, DJs, photo booth services, and more. Committed to responsibility, we ensure our workers receive a sustainable living wage, guaranteeing premium service tailored to your event. Our dedicated employees prioritize your event's success, providing peace of mind in uncertain times with our reliable DJ network.

Just know your in good hands with them and you can relax and have a great time!
Freddie, 4 months ago
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Hadassah B. Photograhy 

5.0

Sugar Grove, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,600
  • Serves Mendota, IL

I’ll start off by saying, I’m not nearly as intimidating as my name. In winter of 2017, I married my best friend & now we live in a sweet little suburb just an hour outside of Chicago enjoying the views & peacefulness of living a bit more rural. Our fuzzy puppies Willow & Watson, (Wheaten Terriers who think they're human) love it too! 13 years of wedding experience has prepared me to capture your most cherished moments and turn them into heirlooms. I look forward to learning more about you & your love.

Awarded Best of Zola
Hadassah is a real professional - she works with her clients to make sure their favorite places and people are incorporated into the day, while still leaving you feeling relaxed and un-hurried. Get ready to feel natural and beautiful on your big day, she'll coach you through any questions or specific shots to get you in your best light! Really fun to work with, be prepared to see how gorgeous your wedding album is!
Grace, 4 years ago
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Gubert Photos 

5.0

Des Plaines, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Mendota, IL

Hey there! Why choose Gubert Photos? My photography isn't just about snapping pictures; it's about making every shoot comfortable and enjoyable, bringing out the most authentic and beautiful sides of my clients. As a wedding photographer for a few years now, I bring the assurance that comes from years of experience, ensuring that your moments are captured with expertise and attention to detail. I understand that every story is unique, and your photos should reflect that. Whether it's an intimate courthouse elopement or a destination, I'm here to make your vision come to life.

Awarded Best of Zola
The photographer was kind, communicative, creative and made it fun! Even though we spent extra time trying to find an open space and it was a bit cold, she made my family feel so comfortable. I loved the photos and can’t wait to book her again!
Martha, a year ago
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Susan Ryan Photography 

5.0

Geneva, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Mendota, IL
  • Offer

SUSAN RYAN has established herself as one of Chicagoland’s top photojournalists in wedding and portrait photography. Noted for her artistry and poetic vision, she is celebrated for skillfully capturing storytelling moments while her subjects may not even be aware of the camera’s presence.

We were so lucky to work with Susan for our 2021 wedding. She was very responsive throughout the planning process. Susan did a great job of blending into our day - our photos felt candid and natural which is just what I wanted.
Victoria, 18 days ago
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Wild Heart Weddings 

5.0

Chicago, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Mendota, IL

I Am An Elopement And Intimate Wedding Photographer. I have a passion for capturing the raw emotion and beauty of my couple’s special day. My approach is all about telling your unique love story through timeless, candid images. As an Elopement and Intimate Wedding photographer, I believe that the photos of your big day should reflect your personalities and the love you share. I’m lucky enough to live in two of the most vibrant and diverse cities in the world – Chicago and Toronto. But my love for photography has taken me around the globe, and I’m always excited to explore new destinations and meet new couples.

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Such a delight to work with Saumya! We did a fall couple photoshoot. Due to the covid-19 pandemic, other than a quick photoshoot during our wedding, we hadn't done photos as a couple before. My partner is camera-shy and she made sure we both felt comfortable to be ourselves during the shoot. She is very attentive to your vision for the shoot, and creates a warm environment where the shoot feels like fun. Our pictures turned out great!
Akila, a year ago
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Nichole Babiez Photography 

5.0

Mundelein, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Mendota, IL

I am a midwesterner, born and raised in the burbs north of Chicago who strives to capture moments that are gone in a second, impossible to reproduce, but with the help of an artist touch, can last a lifetime. I'm here to connect with you, listen to you, create with you, and provide a stress-free, comfortable atmosphere from start to finish. 3 things about myself, I have 3 dogs (yes, its crazy LOL), I am in loveee with Target, and coffee and mango froyo are my love languages.

Brides! Look no further.. you have found the most amazing, perfect wedding photographer!! Nichole and her team is exactly who you want in your corner on your big day! We used Nichole for our engagement session and on our wedding day, and I am so grateful for the way she is able to capture our big moments in the most beautiful pictures. She is such a wonderful and kind soul, and she puts 100% of herself in each session. I felt like it was my best friend capturing us, and her ability to make you feel comfortable on camera is amazing. YOU NEED NICHOLE FOR YOUR BIG DAY!!!
Kelly M., 8 months ago
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Justine Bursoni Photography 

5.0

Champaign, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Mendota, IL

Since 2008, I’ve found myself as a professional photographer who strives to capture life, in all of its twists + turns, candidly. In addition to taking pictures, I am: the owner of The Made Fest, a handmade + vintage festival; in love with my husband; a co-founder of Smile Politely, a Champaign-Urbana local culture magazine and The Pygmalion Festival; a master gardener; an epicurean; and a mother. I am a feminist and a LGBTIAQ ally.

Awarded Best of Zola
TLDR: Justine is the best and her photos not only turned out as beautiful pieces of art, but also perfectly captured our personalities and the love and spirit of the day. Full version: Your wedding day really does fly by in a flash, but if you're lucky you have a photographer like Justine to help you remember it. Justine is a supremely talented photographer with an artist's eye and an appreciation for candid moments. Throughout the process, she showed a genuine desire to know who we were as people, and what we wanted from our photos. She is kind and reliable, puts everyone she meets at ease, and is a joy to work with. Our photos turned out ridiculously beautiful, and we'll look back happily at them for years.
Tatiana + M., 4 years ago
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Awestrucken Photography 

5.0

Villa Park, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,199
  • Serves Mendota, IL

AwestrucKen Photography focuses on ensuring great moments in time are caught. As much as we are tech/gear heads with regards to equipment, we also know that the greatest piece of equipment any photographer can have is his/her brain. We pride ourselves on using our brains and our gear to not just take pictures, but to tell stories. While pictures, as Dorothea Lange says, “take an instant out of time; altering life by holding it still”, it’s also important that each instant of time is part of a person or event’s story.

Ken was great from start to finish and was extremely receptive to what we were looking for in terms of a vendor we can jam with and will also be able to work well with our other vendors - it was very important ALL our vendors were people we could consider people we'd call our friends and Ken is just that! Fun, charming, charismatic and creative - you need that in a photographer! We will continue recommending him to our friends and family for years to come 3
The Rydells 1., 2 years ago
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Akachi Media | Photography 

5.0

Canton, MI
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Mendota, IL

From beginning to end, our goal is to capture the beauty of your love and preserve memories that will last a lifetime. Akachi Media blends together the raw beauty of your wedding day to create a heart warming experience.

Kyla is absolutely AMAZING!!!!! You will not regret booking her for your wedding day. I highly recommend the Akachi Media team for all wedding photo and video services!!!
Tina C, a month ago
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Wild Love Pursuit 

5.0

Wausau, WI
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,497
  • Serves Mendota, IL

A creative soul, a love for romance, passionate to tell your love story. I am always seeking for true connection between humans, the genuine real type of connection. I believe, at the end of the day, these true moments, even the smallest ones, are what mean the most. Weddings are filled with these fleeting moments and the fact that I get to document them, stop time and hand them to you to be remembered forever means more than you may ever know. I can't wait for our paths to cross, to hear all about your ideas and plans for the day.

We LOVED our engagement photos but our wedding photos were/are something to obsess over. She captured the whole day really really well. If there was one thing that I would change I would just want more pics of the 2 of us laughing and having big genuine smiles. Sometimes getting your pictures taken can be a little awkward so anything to help with getting those big smiles on camera helps.
Amber, 10 months ago
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Wedding Love Film:travel wedding photographer 

5.0

Neenah, WI
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves Mendota, IL for additional fees

At Wedding Love Film, we offer travel wedding photography services and bring 18 years of experience capturing life's most cherished moments. Specializing in wedding photography, I create stunning photographs that tell the unique story of your special day. I take the time to connect with couples, understanding your style and unique love story to craft personalized, memorable photos. My diverse background ensures a cinematic touch in every frame. Let me transform your wedding day into timeless memories. Book today to start your journey with Wedding Love Film!

Super prepared with the right lens! And weather mishaps! Understood what he was talking about! Understood the cameras and the right angles to shoot at to get the best angles of what was taking place! His personality was easy to be combined with anyone he works with- easy going& fun!! Super helpful in any other part of the wedding if he is readybto go and other venders are not!!
Kathy Jean, 2 months ago
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Chrissy Deming Photography 

5.0

Dekalb, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Mendota, IL

I'm Chrissy and I'm a documentary wedding photographer with 10+ years of experience who fully believes that your life deserves to be documented truthfully. My focus at your wedding isn't to steal you away from your family and friends for hours to make "art," but to empathically capture the moments and relationships present at your wedding. Your wedding photos are the single most important wedding investment you'll make. After the day is done and over, they will be what tethers you to your memories of your day. They will be the heirlooms you'll pass down to your grandchildren to hang on walls and sit on bedsides for generations to come.

We loved Chrissy! She was fun and easy to work with, and I loved that she provided color and black/white photos. She did everything on our list, and listened to our ideas as well. Nothing felt forced or over-posed, but she was great at guiding next moves when needed. Will definitely use again for future photos.
Eline O., 2 years ago
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Henington Studios 

5.0

Chicago, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Mendota, IL

We're Jay and Larissa, partners, parents, and documentary wedding photographers based in Chicago and capturing weddings around the world. We've photographed love stories from Mexico to the Rocky Mountains and beyond. We've also been ranked among the world's best wedding photographers, but what matters most to us is what our couples think. Our goal is to blow your mind with photos that make your mother-in-law cry and your best friends say "holy shit!" If you want wedding photos that aren't just wedding photos, you're in the right place.

Holy sh**. Excuse my language, but It is needed to make sure that those of you reading this understand how sincerly amazing Jay and Larissa are. We have used them to photograph us personally as a couple and have used them for a wedding of family friends; and newborn pictures of my Niece, Harper. Each and every experience and photo shoot and email and text and phone call with them has been perfectly professional, fun, and reasonable. The prices are great, the people are great- and the photos are freakin perfect. Unique and fun and different- but also traditional for those seeking that. Jay and Larrisa are an amazing couple and they take seriously great photos. We will be using them for the next niece who is soon to arrive, and for engagement and wedding photos in the upcoming years. PLEASE give them a call today- they are the best!!!!!
Ali & H., 4 years ago
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Missy Donovan Photography 

5.0

Geneva, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Mendota, IL

Hi, I'm Missy! I have a very large, blended family with 7 kids and 7 grandchildren. When we all get together, it’s l.o.u.d.! I’ve been in business for over 13 years and am based out of Geneva, but willing to travel. Some of my favorite things are: McDonald’s Cokes, Anthropologie, Kate Spade anything, a good Reisling, a great sense of humor, finding a great bargain, shopping, big hugs.

From the moment we first spoke on the phone, to the gallery delivery, Missy was so fun and helpful. Her photos are amazing and she made our wedding day feel like a dream. She felt like a best friend helping out with whatever needed to be done on our big day and ran through the formal photos like a champ. We are forever grateful and forever clients now.
Katie, 14 days ago
Rachael Schirano Photography 

5.0

Bloomington, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Mendota, IL

Wedding Photographer based in Chicago + Central Illinois. Available to capture connections across the globe. Transforming your expressions of love into photographic poetry that stands the test of time. Whether it’s a sun-drenched kiss, a quiet hair-tuck, or your hands finding each other beneath a table. Warm, safe, and beautifully imperfect. Somewhere you can experience the magic of being yourself with each other. The place your heart always knows to come back to, even when you feel lost and life gives you a hard squeeze. Because that’s what I’m really here to capture: Posterity.

Rachael was the BEST! I can’t explain how comfortable she made me, my husband, and wedding party!! She was SO incredibly easy to work with!
Breana M., 8 months ago
Timeless Trinity Company 

5.0

Genoa, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Mendota, IL

I devote my craft to capturing authentic personalities, genuine happiness, and pure love during my photography services. I am dedicated to capture your love story through wedding photography, portraits and family photos!

We had a great time working with Trinity. She was so fun and very prepared! She even helped us get to our family dinner after everyone left and we discovered we locked our keys in our car. She went above and beyond with our small wedding and we got some amazing pictures.
Brad and J., a year ago
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Arie T. Photography, LLC 

4.9

Lithonia, GA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,895
  • Serves Mendota, 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 super kind and easy to work with! She was flexible and did a great job with the photos.
Anastasia M., 9 months ago
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Portraits By Sean 

5.0

Pittsburgh, PA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Mendota, IL for additional fees

I offer Fun, Elegant, and Exciting Wedding & Engagement Photography. I'd love to be your photographer. My style, I'm a photojournalist. I capture styled and candid shots as they happen. Some people say I have a sixth sense when it comes to capturing the perfect moment. I'd say it because I love my job and have had a great deal of practice doing it.

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My partner and I hired Sean for our engagement photos and we were extremely impressed! He was super helpful in helping us pose and very skilled in the ways he used lighting to capture our best features. He captured really genuine moments with such skill. He also made sure the job was well done and he got all the photos that we could have wanted. We had a blast working with him! The photos are stunning and I genuinely can’t stop looking at them! My partner and I tend to feel awkward getting our picture taken but Sean created such a comfortable space for us. We would highly recommend booking Sean.
Sydney and J., 10 days ago
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Ali Cushing Photography 

5.0

Sleepy Hollow, NY
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Mendota, IL for additional fees
  • Offer

My name is Ali Cushing, a NY-based photographer working across the country and world wide providing documentation and memorializing of your most precious moments for weddings, elopements, engagements, and couples photographer, near and far. My goal first and foremost is articulating your personalities, romance, and every aspect of your event into a visual story you'll treasure long after. I approach each opportunity with personalized care and whatever your plans, I’d love to be a part of and to document your story. All couples of all genders, ethnicities, ages, faiths, shapes and abilities, are more than welcome.

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I couldn’t be happier with my experience working with Ali! She reached out to me on Zola and I am so glad she did. I was impressed with her portfolio and I really loved seeing how she would capture little moments in the weddings she had done. We set up a video call before booking and we clicked. She is very calm and helped with my pre-wedding nerves. She worked with us on a payment plan and she was always very quick to respond to any of my questions. She really listened to what we wanted. She got to the venue early to scout out different shots and came to check in with me a couple of times before we even began taking photos, which I did not expect but was very sweet and considerate of her. When we were taking photos, she really helped to guide the more “posed” photos but she also captured a lot of beautiful candid moments. We had so many guests come up to us and compliment her and that was before we even got the photos back. She sent us our sneak peeks the next day and I couldn’t be more thrilled with the results. She captured so many beautiful moments and her style is exactly what we wanted. Nothing felt “overly edited” just perfectly genuine. I cannot recommend Ali enough. I cannot wait to see the full gallery of photos because I know they will be nothing short of perfect.
Cecelia W., 2 months ago
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Leah Flores Photography 

5.0

Portland, OR
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Mendota, 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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Having Leah shoot our wedding was epic!! She really captured the mood of our wedding and took the reins, finding the most gorgeous spots around the venue for our photos. Looking back at the photos we were in awe, she captured all of the most special moments, even when we weren’t aware of her presence! She was easy going which made us feel so comfortable and she gave us some direction which was so helpful for us! Thanks again Leah!
Samantha, a month ago
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Mind Of Mo Photography 

5.0

Belle Plaine, MN
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,595
  • Serves Mendota, IL for additional fees

Mind of Mo Photography offers classical, elegant, personalized Engagement and Wedding Photography. With multiple photographers on staff, we have the experience and availability to make your wedding day unforgettable. Our family run business aims to treat your wedding with as much love, devotion, and care as you do. Our style continues to be relaxed, laid-back, and candid - our edits are natural and we believe couples take the best photos when they are relaxed and having fun! ​We offer affordable options, & payment plans with flexible deposits are always available. We bring a good energy and calming presence to the weddings we photograph.

Mind of Mo was perfect! Sean and Megan did everything we asked for! They were at the venue for the first time and had so much fun with it! They made our photos seem easy rather than a chore! I can’t wait to see the photos!! I know they are going to be just perfect! Thank you so much!!
Greta s., a year ago
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Love by Justina 

5.0

Framingham, MA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Mendota, 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.

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We had the absolute pleasure of working with Justina as our wedding photographer, and she exceeded all of our expectations! Just looking at her work, we knew she was the one. From our first meeting, it was clear that Justina possesses incredible talent and a true passion for her craft. Her ability to capture the essence of every moment is unmatched. Throughout the planning process, Justina was exceptional in her communication. She took the time to understand our vision, preferences, and any specific shots we wanted. Her responsiveness and professionalism made us feel confident and relaxed, knowing we were in great hands. On our wedding day, Justina went above and beyond to ensure everything was perfect. Her attention to detail and creative approach were evident in every shot. She managed to capture not just the big moments but also the candid, heartfelt interactions that made our day so special (and were a huge priority to us). Her warm and friendly demeanor made it easy for us and our guests to feel comfortable in front of the camera. When we received the final photos, we were blown away by the quality and artistry. Each image was a masterpiece, reflecting the joy, love, and excitement of our celebration - my husband and I both got emotional going through them together. I truly never expected to see such joy captured in every moment of our day, and I am so grateful. Justina has a remarkable ability to tell a story through her lens, and we will cherish these memories forever. How lucky are we to have found her! If you're looking for a photographer who is not only incredibly talented but also genuinely cares about making your day unforgettable, Justina is the one. We cannot recommend her highly enough!
Kelley M., 7 days ago
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1828 Collective 

5.0

Charlotte, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Mendota, IL for additional fees

Hi, I'm McKenna! The person behind the camera and a hopeless romantic. I describe my photography style as candid, romantic, and timeless. My goal is to make a human connection with all my clients and deliver images that you'll love forever. I started 1828 Collective in 2016 after I realized that capturing relationships and telling love stories was my passion. Four years later I'm so in love with my job that I often forget I'm working. I find joy in capturing love, hearing about how you met, and everything in between.

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If you have spent even just a few minutes checking out McKenna's work, it is obvious how good she is at getting her subjects comfortable! Creating images that are playful and honest. Well crafted and timeless. Intimate and irresistibly fun. But what you may not be able to see through the limitations of your computer screen, is how she exudes positivity, enthusiasm, and carries a genuine curiosity. Does this sound like someone who you would want at your wedding? I hope so. I have had the pleasure of working along side her while capturing video and I'd happily have her at every wedding taking the photos! Hire her to tell your story.
Nathan Rivers Chesky, 2 years ago
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Enchanted Illusions Photo + Film 

5.0

Fortville, IN
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves Mendota, IL for additional fees

Hello! I'm Amelia with Enchanted Illusions Photo+Film! Thank you for coming to my Zola page and checking out some of our work! We are team dedicated to telling your fairytale story from the engagement all the way up to the "I Do's" we want to be able to document every moment throughout. We dedicate ourselves on our attention to detail, organization and our fun-loving attitudes! By the end of the wedding day we won't just be your creative team, but your best friends! I can't wait to chat!

Loved everything! Price, experience, photos & video! I’m so happy I went with y’all for my wedding!
Meghan & C., 5 months ago
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Milieu 

5.0

New York, NY
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Mendota, IL for additional fees

The word ‘milieu’ defines how we want to capture your wedding: as whole of scenery. Any experience is the result of a series of moments and feeling of our interaction with others. Images can recreate those intangible elements more fully in our mind, allowing us to relive our emotional experience long after the day has ended.

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Salvatore was wonderful! He was very kind and professional. Before the wedding, he took the time to speak with us about our vision for the day and the shots we wanted. On the day of the wedding, he spent pretty much the entire day with us, and was even able to split his time between our ceremony and our reception. We got his photos right on time, and they were truly lovely, with a nice mix of posed and candid photographs, and beautiful lighting and focus throughout. Salvatore did everything we could have expected him to and more, and we are very glad that we went with Milieu for our wedding!
Phoebe, 2 years ago
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Amandha Luiza Photography 

5.0

Denver, CO
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,900
  • Serves Mendota, IL for additional fees

Hi there! My name is Amandha, but you can call me your professional third-wheel. I’m a 26 y.o Brazilian Denver photographer who’s obsessed with capturing the most imperfect perfect moments of you and your love - especially on your big day - here or wherever you’d like to take me. I’ve been photographing love in all of it's shapes since I was 15y.o so I grew up loving people’s authenticity and their unique way of seeing life and showing themselves. Then I got in love with how amazing it is be able to tell all of their story with a still image. And that’s what I’m here for, tell your love story in the most unique and “you” way possible.

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It’s hard to put in to words the amount of awe, joy, and appreciation I feel for how my photo gallery turned out. Amandha is the nicest, most genuine person, and you really feel her love for her work. In my first phone call with her, she showed me that she really cared about me, my wedding day, and was willing to do anything she could to make everything I wanted come true. AND SHE DID! Her work is breathtaking, stunning, and perfect. She has a true gift, and one that I will none stop talk about forever!
Sophia, a year ago
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Anthony Simmons Photos, LLC 

5.0

Orlando, FL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Mendota, IL for additional fees

Welcome to my photography world! I'm Anthony Simmons, a passionate photographer capturing life's cherished moments. Originally from New Jersey, I now reside in sunny Florida. With 15 years of experience, I love freezing raw emotions and unique stories in portraits and weddings. Let's create art that reflects your essence. Trust and client relationships are vital to me, ensuring exceptional photographs that exceed expectations. Whether it's heartfelt portraits or your magical wedding, I'd be honored to be part of your story. Contact me, and let's embark on this incredible journey! Willing to travel!

Anthony photographed our wedding. He did an amazing job. He has amazing communication and answered all of our questions promptly. The photos turned better than I could’ve ever imagined! I would definitely recommend him to anyone looking for a wedding photographer.
Corrina and J., 2 months ago
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Kaitlyn Johnston Photography 

5.0

Chicago, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,300
  • Serves Mendota, IL for additional fees

I was that kid enchanted by Disney Princess movies and the idea of "true love". My true love revealed itself through photography. At 8, I grabbed my dad's camera and was hooked, thrilled to show people my world. I started with zoo animals, friends, and siblings, eager to freeze moments in time. As I grew, I learned from local photographers and knew by 17 that photography was my calling. Since then, I’ve captured love in all its forms: couples, new parents, best friends, and the joy of seeing your favorite band live. The world is full of magical firsts, and I'm honored to capture these moments forever.

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I have had Kaitlyn as a photographer for 5 years now. She’s photographed everything for me. Family photos, engagement photos, wedding photos, maternity photos, newborn pictures, professional headshots, and boudoir. They all come out amazing and she is so good at making my family smile in front of the camera. She’s phenomenal at capturing the special moments too!
Anastasia, 3 years ago
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Andrea Neff Photography 

5.0

Tempe, AZ
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,800
  • Serves Mendota, IL for additional fees

In 2021 I quit my day job to pursue my long time love of wedding photography full time... and it's extremely safe to say I have no regrets! I've met the most incredible people through this job, and it fills me up knowing I can give what feels like the ultimate creative gift. I come from a small Illinois town with a large extended family and a circle lifelong friends who might as well be blood. My community, the people I love, and the little things that bond us together mean everything to me. Let me help you celebrate you and yours!

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Working with Andrea was absolutely amazing from start to finish!! We met with a few photographers through our venue, and we both loved her immediately. There was an instant connection and knew she would be the perfect person to capture our day, and the moments surrounding it. Doing our engagement photoshoot with her made me want to have a professional photoshoot every week haha. She makes it so fun and effortless. I always feel a little awkward having my picture taken but the prompts and poses she gives you distracts you from all that and what’s captured is perfect. She’s super flexible with meeting times and Zoom options which is always nice. Biggest thing too, on your wedding day she advocates for YOU. What you want and what’s most important to you about your day. I would highly, highly recommend Andrea Neff to be your photographer. You won’t be disappointed!!
Sara M., 6 months ago
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Fika Foto - Wedding & Couple Photography 

5.0

Seattle, WA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Mendota, IL for additional fees

Hello, I’m so glad you’re here! My name is Will & capturing the humanity of moments is what fuels me. The hugs you can feel, the soft touches, the tears falling, the never ending smiles, the moments between mom & dad - those are the ones I want to capture! More of what it FEELS like not just what it looks like. Telling stories has always been my favorite, but words tend to get lost or forgotten so I tell them the best way I know how - through photographs!

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Having Will as our photographer was the best decision we made! He made the whole process enjoyable and FUN! His work exceeded our expectations. His passion for photography is very obvious and it shows through his work - He is a natural talent! We are so happy he was able to capture everything on our special day. His communication was always consistent and would always get back to me in a timely manner. If you want a photographer that is detail oriented, unique, down to earth and all around amazing person, Will is your guy!
Brittany & A., 3 years ago
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MMH Media 

5.0

Fishers, IN
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Mendota, IL for additional fees

Hi there! I'm Madeline, a born + bred Hoosier who has travelled the world but chose to settle down in Indiana’s cozy corner of the Midwest. With 3 kitties, a baby on the way and an amazing husband, life stays interesting for sure! Having captured nearly 100 weddings, it's pretty obvious that I love love. I cherish each + every detail of your love story. I am dedicated to creating images you can look back on (whether it’s after 5 years or 50) to relive in beautiful, cozy nostalgia. Reach out so we can chat your wedding day details, timeline and all the things to capture your day perfectly! -Madeline

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Madeline and her team are great to work with professionally and personally! Madeline has become a great friend of mine and my other workers through the wedding seasons. The couple's love her work and her bright and spunky personality. Booking with MMH media would be the greatest decision of your wedding planning process!
Erika Leak, 2 years ago
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Moon Rising Photography 

5.0

Medfield, MA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,600
  • Serves Mendota, IL for additional fees

I am a New England Elopement photographer. As a hopeless romantic, moments of deep connection are my oxygen and I am made of the feels. I live for the unconventional. I will be so much more than your wedding photographer, I will be your guide, your biggest fan, and the curator of your love story— I will also be the one tearing up from behind my lens as I listen to your vows. Wanderlust runs through my veins, I have made it my life’s mission to let every place I have ever been touch my heart and change the way I see the world. There is no adventure too wild or out there, the world is our oyster.

Danielle was professional, warm, and knowledgeable. She guided us through every step of our day and weathered through unexpected torrential downpours and hurricane winds all while keeping morale up for the whole wedding party! Danielle took the time to get to know what we wanted and needed from her and her intuition filled in the parts that we didn’t even know we needed. Loved Danielle, Love love love our photos, couldn’t recommend her enough!
Kristina & J., 2 months ago
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Nicole Endress Photography 

5.0

Fort Worth, TX
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,200
  • Serves Mendota, IL for additional fees
  • Offer

Hey there! I’m Nicole, a documentary-style wedding photographer based in Fort Worth, TX. With a passion for storytelling and an eye for raw, genuine moments, I’m here to capture your love story in its most authentic form. Whether it’s a grand celebration or an intimate gathering, I’m dedicated to preserving the unique essence of your special day.

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Nicole captured the wedding day from beginning to end in such effortless and timeless fashion; from the tiny details of our homemade Day-of-the-Dead sugar cookie decorations to the vast woody backdrop of where my husband and I said our vows, Nicole captured every design and element through her camera lense with artful finesse, giving my husband and I treasured photographic stills that will forever keep our special wedding day celebration alive. Even more impressive is how Nicole adapted to our needs in every way possible, such as running up the stairs to grab my husband’s boutonnière, organizing each family for pictures after the ceremony, climbing up on rocks for that perfect shot, and helping bustle the long train of my dress for the first dance. She brings calm to the chaos and reassurance to any unexpected uncertainty. Her crafted behind-the-scenes edits are also stunning and preserved the genuine characteristics, colors, and romance of our wedding day. I cannot recommend Nicole enough!
Lauren and M., 2 months ago
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The Archers 

5.0

Louisville, NE
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,500
  • Serves Mendota, IL for additional fees

We're Jack and Chelsea Archer, Omaha wedding photographers (who also happen to be married). We believe wedding photos should be equal-parts flattering, classic, and authentic. Before we pick up our cameras, we get to know each of our couples so we know who YOU are and what YOU want! Then we give you a wedding planning guide so you have allllllll the info you need about engagement sessions and wedding days. We want you to know all the secrets, maximize your time and opportunities, and get exactly what you want! We're honored to be voted Best of Omaha for 4 years running!

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The Archers Photographer is exceptional. Not only are talented professionals, they are amazing human beings as well. Chelsea is incredibly organized and I didn’t have to worry about a thing photography-wise. You complete a survey and talk about what level of direction you’d like on the wedding day, and what are the important points you’d like to capture. I honestly can’t say enough good things about The Archers. Our wedding photos will be cherished forever.
Sarah L., 2 years ago
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Ampersand Photography 

5.0

West Allis, WI
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves Mendota, IL for additional fees

I started Ampersand Photography in 2022, but I’m not new to the scene. I’ve been in the wedding photography industry for 8 years as a second shooter and offering limited packages on my own. I also offer family portraits, head shots, milestone sessions, boudoir, senior portraits and more. I love audiobooks, potatoes in all forms (including raw), playing games, peanut butter, ice cream, dogs, and truly just being around people. I love listening to others' stories. I love grandparents. I love people, genuinely.

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Sam really takes the time to get to know you, and what you want for pictures of your day. She is professional, on time, fun and goes above and beyond for your photos! She did our wedding in 2019 and my maternity photos in 2023. Excellent quality! Up for ideas and candids. Highly recommend her, she’s a wonderful photographer and human!!
Lea H., 7 months ago
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Fresh Feature Photography LLC 

5.0

Olathe, KS
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Mendota, IL for additional fees

I am a wife, mother, teacher, and photo & video creator. I started taking my baby's pictures with a beginner's camera and fell in love. Now I'm a professional photographer and videographer, serving clients by listening to their needs, being flexible, skillful, and prepared. I'm proud to be an insured LLC with a storefront in Olathe. I can confidently say that your memories will be preserved forever if you choose to work with me.

Absolutely amazing photographer. She has amazing attitude and it’s a lot of fun to work with. My pictures turned out even better then I could ever imagine
Taylor, 6 months ago
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Samantha Halsey Photography 

5.0

Little Rock, AR
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Mendota, IL for additional fees

I started photography as a second shooter with another local photographer and I fell in love with it. I love every aspect of my job, from meeting new people to editing photos. There truly is nothing better than getting a message from my clients about how happy they are with their images and how much it means to them. I have traveled to Colorado, California, New York, Florida, Alabama-- All over for weddings! I LOVE to travel for my work. So if you like my work, but realize I'm not close by, still reach out and let's talk!

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I am over the moon to share how amazing Samantha was as the photographer for my wedding! From the moment she arrived on the day of my wedding, she brought such positive energy and creativity. Samantha has an incredible talent for capturing the essence of each moment. She made everyone feel so comfortable, which resulted in the most natural and beautiful photos. Her friendly and supportive presence made the whole experience even more enjoyable. If you want a photographer who will make your special day unforgettable, Samantha is the one to call! Thank you, Samantha, for your phenomenal work and for capturing memories we'll cherish forever!
Alyssa O., 2 months ago
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Light Sky Photography 

5.0

Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Mendota, IL for additional fees

I’m Erika and I am a self-taught photographer, hiker enthusiast, travel lover and proud dog mama! I started my photography journey at 18 years old. I always loved art, but I never thought this newfound love would lead me down an exciting path where I get to do what I love for a living. Thanks to the trust that my clients put in me, I get to do what I do best — and that’s create.

Erika is wonderful! We are both shy and she made us feel comfortable the entire time, she has the craziest most creative ideas for her pictures and she doesn’t care if she has to go in the woods to get the perfect shot. We highly recommend Light Sky Photography and we will definitely hire Erika again ❤️ Like
Michelle, 4 years ago
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Parker Photography 

5.0

Wadsworth, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Mendota, IL for additional fees

I believe you can't stand behind your business unless you can say you fully understand it – and 24 years of marriage is proof that I KNOW LOVE. I set out to capture the essence of love when I started Parker Photography in 2018. I have been married to my best friend for the last 24 years, and people who meet us swear we are newlyweds. We still act like lovestruck teenagers with each other, that same feeling we get from every newly engaged couple that we meet. We know where our couples are coming from and what they hope to capture in their engagement sessions and on their wedding day, and we make it effortless for them to achieve their goals.

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Deb is such a joy to work with. From the first time we met up, I knew we would be a great fit for working together. She’s relatable, knowledgeable, and makes sure you’re taken care of - which is a great asset to have! I love working with her, and look forward to many more weddings with her!
Sierra Burke, 3 years ago
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Allie Amber Photo 

5.0

West Allis, WI
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,550
  • Serves Mendota, IL for additional fees

I have a passion for travel and I love meeting new people and hearing their crazy (or not so crazy) stories. I love trying new things and walking around a new city until my feet bleed (that's literally happened...still love you tho, NYC). I'm a major extrovert, but I have a great appreciation for the little things in life. You'll likely find me sipping some strong coffee at a local café or snuggled up on the couch with some wine, pizza, and my husband on a rainy day. With a camera in hand, I am probably the most annoying person to travel with, stopping every ten feet to take a picture. Sorry not sorry.

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You will have a blast shooting with Natalie, and the photos will reflect it! Some of my favorite photos of my husband and I were taken by Natalie and we are so glad we found her!
Laura, 3 years ago
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Storyteller Collective Photo Co 

5.0

Ames, IA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Mendota, IL for additional fees

Storyteller Collective Photo Co., proudly located in Ames and serving the vibrant community of Des Moines, Iowa, and beyond. I began this company many moons ago with a solid purpose - to make people feel something and to evoke genuine emotions through my photography. My passion lies in documenting individuals as they live their best lives, immersed in the activities and passions that fuel their souls. As a non-traditional photographer, I thrive on capturing authentic memories rather than elaborate setups. It's about freezing moments in time that speak volumes and resonate deeply with those who experience them.

We are so happy with the photos that Storyteller Collective Photo Co captured of us and the dogs. I love the life we have created. And I love even more that we now have some photos that show all the love and happiness of that life. Jayme was so easy to work with, she made us feel comfortable & brought out our true selves!
Grace, 5 months ago
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Madison Leigh Photography 

5.0

Orlando, FL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Mendota, IL for additional fees
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Madison Leigh Photography was created in 2020, the mist of a pandemic. For two years they worked hard to create their business, capturing love stories all over! They thrive on connections and their goal is to capture candid moments and authentic emotions. They want to make sure they your love story is captured through every walk of life. Madison Leigh Photography works with couples to ensure that each part of their Wedding day and the Wedding Process is captured to showcase the couple and their love beautifully.

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As an industry professional, I am so thankful to have worked with Madison! Not only is she incredibly professional, she is great to work with. Her work is beautiful as well - loved working with her.
Faithful Photographie, 2 years ago
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Moira Grace Photography 

5.0

Wake Forest, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Mendota, IL for additional fees

Hello Friends, my name is Moira and I'm a professional portrait and wedding photographer based in Raleigh, North Carolina although I'm available for travel and love meeting new people everywhere! I'm super passionate about what I do and love creating and capturing genuine, candid, and timeless moments. I'm there to capture the joy, laughter, beauty, and raw emotion of your wedding day. I love it when my couples are able to get comfortable enough with me to go with the flow and enjoy themselves.

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Moira is so fun to work with! She is attentive, thorough, and knows how to get the best shots! We loved all the poses she suggested and are in love with her style of photography!
Madison M., a year ago
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3leafphotography 

5.0

Lexington, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $250
  • Serves Mendota, IL for additional fees

Classic meets contemporary and vibrant. Although I do all types of shoots, I specialize in wedding photography and all the beauty it has to offer. I prioritize in capturing the essential moments of your wedding to give you cherished memories to look back on for a lifetime.

When we had an unexpected change to our plans for our wedding just a couple weeks before our big day, I found Michaela and she was a saving grace! She was very professional, took in a few of the things that I really wanted to capture and took them to a new level, and ultimately photographed our wedding better than I could have imagined. She was extremely reasonable in price. I am definitely booking her again when we get pictures done.
Emileigh, 6 months ago
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BarcStone Photography 

5.0

Anchor Point, AK
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Mendota, IL for additional fees

We are a small photography company currently based in Anchor, Point, Alaska. We love destination weddings as well as local. We will travel all over the world for your special day. Photography is a passion of mine because it captures all those moments that you could’ve forgotten. They last for a lifetime and beyond, so it’s like bottling up your memories for everyone to see. Weddings is all about love and becoming one with each other. What better event to capture!

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Krista photographer our daughters wedding this year and she did an amazing job. She communicates easily and quickly. She is super funny and made us all feel so comfortable. Her photos turned out to be amazing!
Cindy, 2 years ago
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Amanda Caitlin Photography 

5.0

Fontana, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Mendota, IL for additional fees

Hi there! My name is Amanda and I am a lifetime photographer based in Fontana, California. By lifetime, I mean I am here to capture those milestones in your life, no matter how big or “small”! A little about me… I am a full-time Elementary School Counselor in Orange County. I am married to the sweetest and most supportive man I have ever known, Jake. We started dating in college and now have three furbabies. They are named Mini (Dachshund), Oatmeal (Dachshund), and Zara (Great Dane). Yes, you read that correctly and yes, it is as crazy and funny as you can imagine, haha!

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Amanda is an amazing photographer. She made our quaint backyard wedding look like we were at a fancy venue. The photos are absolutely beautiful, and she did such a great job catching the vibe of the evening in every photo.
Lynne and D., a year ago
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Sweet Lime Photography 

5.0

Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,600
  • Serves Mendota, IL for additional fees
  • Offer

Hey, how cool of you to give me a few minutes of your time. I am not here to bore you with a bunch of flowery language or over-the-top promises. I love to document real moments. Weddings, elopements, couples' shenanigans - you name it, I am here for it. I do this with a healthy dose of humor, a dash of sarcasm and a whole lot of heart. So if you're looking for someone to capture your story in all its imperfect glory, say something, let's make it happen.

We cannot say enough positive things about Sweet Lime Photography! Loy was an absolute pleasure to work with. He suggested ideas that he felt would look great as well as listened to what we wanted to capture.
KIRSTEN and M., 2 years ago

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About wedding photographers in Mendota, IL

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

A Mendota, IL wedding photographer ranges from $500 to $20,000 and averages at $2,500. The cost reflects the number of hours included, if there is a second photographer, any prints or albums, and, most importantly, the experience of the photographer. But every snapshot they take is a priceless memory of your big day — way better than your bestie's blurry smartphone pics, right?

Do most photographers include a second photographer?

93% of photographers in Mendota, 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 Mendota, IL?

Some of the most popular photographers in this area include John Michael Photography, Imagesxpert Media and Ashley Cynthia Photography.

What else should I keep in mind when booking a wedding photographer?

Are you interested in an engagement shoot as a test run? Drone photography? Wedding albums? All helpful things to ask about when you’re considering which wedding photographer to book!

What types of photographers are in Mendota, IL?

What other Mendota vendors will I need?

What other photographers are nearby?

What other wedding services are nearby?