The Best Classic Wedding Photographers in New Athens, IL

The Best Classic Wedding Photographers in New Athens, IL

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157 Wedding Photographers in New Athens, IL

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McKinley G Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves New Athens, IL

Here it is, the day you have been planning or at least thinking about since you were little. Your wedding day! I am sure you know about the stress of planning your wedding day. So, how relieved would you be if I told you that you could have one more person in your corner? As your St Louis wedding photographer, not only will I be capturing your moments. I am here to help make your wedding day amazing and all while capturing it.

We wholeheartedly recommend McKinley G Photography for anyone seeking exceptional wedding photography. McKinley's passion for his craft is evident in every shot, capturing not just moments but the emotions and stories behind them. His attention to detail ensures that every aspect of your special day is documented beautifully, from the smallest touches to the grandest moments. What truly sets McKinley apart is his unique photography style, which perfectly blends creativity and elegance. With McKinley G Photography, you can trust that your wedding memories will be preserved in a way that is both stunning and timeless.
Social Revel Events, 6 months ago
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Emily Novara Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,150
  • Serves New Athens, IL

I created Emily Novara Photography, LLC because I believe that capturing the best day of your life deserves the same attention to detail that you put into planning it. I love meeting my couples, hearing all about their love stories, getting to know them - like truly getting to know them (most of my brides consider me one of their friends!). My brides trust I understand their vision and are able to enjoy their wedding day because of the communication leading up to it.

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Emily Novara Photography provided excellent communication through the entire engagement, wedding planning, and day-of process. Emily even provided a detailed day-of itinerary and revised it as needed as we got closer to the wedding. The quality of their work and overall experience was amazing. Emily is so friendly and we felt so comfortable from the minute we met her. She did an incredible job on the wedding day, arriving early and not only taking amazing photographs and poses, but also keeping us organized and on track the entire day, which was crucial with a party of 20 adults. Emily went above and beyond in every aspect of being our photographer for the wedding day, and I can't picture our wedding day without her. We look forward to having her as our go-to photographer for any future events!
Kallie G., 2 months ago
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Chelsey Logan Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves New Athens, IL

I’m a wedding, engagement, senior, maternity + family photographer that serves those who love to laugh and create memories that last a lifetime. I offer full service photography from pre-planning your outfit coordination to albums and prints to following up after your session or event to make sure all of your needs are met. I love adventure and am always up to try out a new location or idea during all of my sessions.

As fellow wedding vendors, we adore working with Chelsey Logan Photography! We’ve worked multiple weddings by her side and she’s even taken branding photos for us, and photographed a family member’s wedding! Her bubbly personality, ease of communication, thoughtfulness and not to mention amazing photos are just a few reasons she’s wonderful to work with! We recommend her to other wedding couples constantly and we can’t wait to work alongside her again! :)
Anna Harvey , 7 months ago
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Timeless Imagery & Media 

5.0

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

Lover of all things photography. I have been a photographer for over 10 years and love what we do. I have an amazing team that helps me out. My husband also second shoots with me. I like to say you get two professionals for the price of one. I try to offer quality at a reasonable cost. I know photography can be daunting for some people and my goal is always to put people at ease.

Best decision we could have made. Communication was wonderful from the start and the photos are amazing. I felt Hdi has a gift of photography and what will look great. From the little details they were on it. She made me feel like family. Mostly, her images are what we have left of our day and I’m so glad we went with Timeless Imagery. Don’t cut your hours short - so you don’t feel rushed. Best advice I could give.
Logan M., 2 days ago
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Lexi Harrington Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,250
  • Serves New Athens, IL

It's true what they say — when you know, you know. Something as special as that innate instinct to love and be loved by your person is art in itself. Keep the star-crossed feeling close with artfully directed storytelling photography designed to honor your love / your story / your wedding in all its authentic beauty. Let's hike a trail, drink cocktails on the roof, dance in a crowded street, let's capture your love for everything that it is. Let's do it all and make it as unforgettable as the moment you say, "I do!"

My wedding was a little atypical, we planned the entire thing in less than two months, had a crowd of 30 family members present, and had EVERYONE take an hour car trip into the National Park for our ceremony. The photographer who would capture all our wonderful memories was by far the most important vendor to me, so Lexi was the first person I booked! And thank goodness I did because I couldn’t have picked a more wonderful person to handle the uniqueness of our celebration than her. Lexi dealt with one date change, two location changes, and much more as my husband and I went through the decision making process in our short timeline. Lexi handled it all flawlessly, and showed up ready to help make our day special even in the middle of her own pregnancy! She traveled from states away, and made the Indiana Jones-esque drive into the mountains, to go above and beyond to shoot for us. Not only that but she got our preview out in less than 24 hours from the close of our reception, lightning speed! She was so kind and helped us feel comfortable and natural for two people who have never taken professional photos before. I would recommend anyone to Lexi for their wedding/elopement!
Kate C., 6 months ago
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Your Story Photo + Cinema 

4.8

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves New Athens, IL

So who's the team behind the experience? Your Story is made up of 4 photographers, Jeremy + Melisa (owners of YS), Jason, and Emily. Together they quite simply love.capturing.the.moments.of.life. More than anything they enjoy the relationships they build with their wedding couples along the way. It's part of the reason why you see the hearts + souls of the people in their photographs. This is way more than a business to them, it's seeing inside the heart of their labor of love!

Jeremy & Melisa are TOP NOTCH. We highly, highly, highly recommend. Not only are our photos stunning (like seriously, we cannot stop looking at them) the customer service offered was incredible. They were easy to contact, quick to reply, readily accessible, incredibly knowledgeable and friendly. Our wedding package included engagement photos, which were equally as beautiful. Finding a wedding photographer that we 'clicked with' was the most difficult part of wedding planning for me - until I had my first phone call with Jeremy. I instantly felt comfortable, like I was talking to a friend. I'm trying to figure out what other events we could get photographed so we can see them again, lol (but seriously). HIRE THIS COMPANY! You will not be disappointed.
Amy G., 3 years ago
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Sollie Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,950
  • Serves New Athens, IL

Heyo! I am a lady (she/her) that adores photography. I describe my style as eclectic classic. I absolutely cover the basics, but add in a lot of fun and creative shots too. I am based out of Central Southern Illinois, but I am willing to travel to any location.

My wedding photos were the perfect depiction of my wedding day. I felt confident and you can tell him the pictures. I had told Sollie that I was self-conscious about how I looked at times. Sollie was conscientious of angles and trying to get pictures she thought look good as well as getting photos that were important to me. She included my family and got shots that were not necessarily planned, but turned out perfect. I have now used her for all of my family photos and photos of my children ever since and don’t plan on changing that. She is amazing.
Chelsea & N., 7 months ago
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MDKauffmann Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves New Athens, IL

MDKauffmann Photography is a Certified Professional Photographer serving clients in the Metro St. Louis area and worldwide. I've been perfecting the art and craft of wedding photography and fine art portraits for over 20 years, and have been published in magazines around the world. From the simplest elopement to the most extravagant wedding, people commission me because I make the experience fun. Let's talk more because heirlooms that become love notes to future generations don’t have to take weeks to create.

Awarded Best of Zola
Matthew is super attentive, punctual, and talented when it comes to booking and photography itself. His images for boudoir photos turned out amazing. I highly recommend for any occasion.
Gracie Harrawood, a year ago
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Rachel Myers Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves New Athens, IL

We are a husband and wife photography team based in St. Louis MO and available worldwide. We absolutely love what we do! Our main focus is to tell a story through the images we take at your wedding. The day will go by so fast and we want you to have a collection of images to relive each moment. We are always seeking clients who share our more laid back personalities, and enjoy the less traditional posed photos. Our style may not be for everyone and that's ok.

Absolutely one of my favorite vendors/people! If you have the opportunity you should book Rachel. Not a single bad thing to say. She gets it, she goes with the flow, and is genuinely fun to be around.
Victoria S., 10 months ago
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Michelle Jahns Photography LLC 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves New Athens, IL

As a photographer, my goal is to capture all the joy, love, and magic of your life. I believe that photography should be natural, authentic, and full of personality. I want to create images that not only look beautiful but also capture the unique essence of who you are. So if you're looking for a photographer who is not only professional but also fun and adventurous, then look no further. I'm here to capture all the laughter, tears, and unforgettable moments. Let's create some magic together!

Michelle from Michelle Jahns Photography was an absolute delight to work with for our wedding photos. She brought a fun, lively energy to the day and made the photo-taking process smooth and enjoyable. Michelle was highly participatory, collaborating with us to ensure we got all the shots on our wishlist, while also using her artistic eye to capture special candid moments. She even dressed to match our wedding theme - such a fun extra touch we appreciated! The quality of Michelle's work is fantastic and well worth the value. We'd enthusiastically recommend Michelle for your wedding or special event photography needs. Her communication, participation, and eye for capturing emotional moments will lead to photos you'll treasure for a lifetime.
Lindsey F., 3 months ago
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Emily Nicole Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,199
  • Serves New Athens, IL

I’ve always been a romantic, a dreamer. From watching my favorite movie of all time (Titanic) to daydreaming about meeting Prince Charming in a trip across the sea (even if I have to travel back to the 18th century to meet a ruggedly handsome Scotsman *cough cough*- big Outlander fan here.). I’ve always been in love with love. Fortunately, I've been able to give all of my creative energy and love for the arts to my photography. I’ve been photographing people on one of the happiest days of their lives for nearly a decade now and I still can’t get enough.

Emily was AMAZING! I couldn’t have imagined our wedding day without her, she made our day such a breeze. Planning a wedding is so stressful, but our pictures were something I did not have to worry about. Her prep work reassured me she knew exactly what I wanted. Our pictures turned out incredible! Not only did she capture our day exactly how I imagined, having her by our side made me at ease. She kept to the timeline, she was efficient, and not to mention a blast to work with! I can’t say enough good things about Emily. If you are anything like me and worry yourself sick, book Emily because you will not worry one bit! She is such a breath of fresh air in the midst of a busy, chaotic day. And after it’s all said and done, you will end up with pictures of your wedding day that make you smile every time you glance at them! Couldn’t ask for anything more.
Martina K., 2 years ago
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Christina Schmidt Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves New Athens, IL

Hey there! I'm Iris, and I'm passionate about creating timeless portraits and wedding photography that evoke emotions and tell beautiful stories. With an unwavering love for photography, I pour my heart and soul into every shot, aiming to preserve the essence of each moment forever. From the gentle touch of hands to the stolen glances of adoration, my photographs reflect the depth of human connection and the beauty of love. I specialize in crafting images that not only showcase elegance and style but also radiate warmth and affection. Every photograph is a celebration of love and romance, a visual symphony that resonates with the heart.

Always love working with Iris at Christina Schmidt Photography. She is organized, stays on time, works well with our couples keeping brides from being stressed out, and does beautiful photography. Would highly recommend her for any wedding!!
Merry Gnaegy, 4 years ago
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Brianna Buchholz Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,050
  • Serves New Athens, IL

Hello! My name is Brianna Buchholz and I'm a professional photographer based in St. Louis, Missouri who loves to capture real-life moments. I specialize in wedding photography and major life events. My goal is to create timeless images that are both stunning and fun!

Brianna is incredible. From start to finish, she was very quick to respond. She was professional, but also very warm and comforting, she helped flush out the schedule for the entire day and took custom shots we requested. She kept people organized and kept me calm when everything was going wrong while I was getting ready. Everyone at the wedding talking to her and said she was so sweet. I have worked with Brianna for our engagement pictures and head shots and she exceeds all expectations. Hire her now!
Sarah, 22 days ago
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Complete Weddings + Events St. Louis (Photo) 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Serves New Athens, IL

Complete Weddings + Events St. Louis photographers have mastered both the art and science of capturing the greatest moments of your special day. Presenting you with lasting memories captured in extraordinary true color and timeless black and white, our expert St. Louis wedding photographers will provide you the perfect story – ready for display on both the physical and digital walls of your choosing.

We just got married on 11.2.24. The day was perfect because we had the best team guiding us through the day. Photographer Matthew Kauffmann, Videographer Kara Paar, and DJ Nick made the whole day an experience we will never forget. All arrived on time and ready to go with all the details in mind we discussed when meeting with them about our preferences the week prior. Thank you so much!
Danielle C., 15 days ago
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PictureMeThisByLacie 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves New Athens, IL

Just like you, I have felt awkward in front of the camera. I’ve had photos taken of me that I didn’t like. When you go on a session with me, I will not only make you feel comfortable, but I will make sure you look good! I will give you prompts to keep you moving and laughing. I’m sorry but there are some angles, and poses that are not flattering for everyone. Like, please don’t take a photo of me from below! Hello double chin! What I’m saying is, I got you!

Awarded Best of Zola
PictureMeThisByLacie was one of the best decisions we made throughout the wedding process. Lacie was amazing to work with the entire time. She was easy to communicate with and kept us updated on our photo timelines, not to mention all of our photos turned about AMAZING. Our package included an engagement session and Lacie worked out a weekend she was already in Chicago to accommodate us. Leading up to our session, we had issues with controlled fires and protests in our preferred location, but Lacie found us a spot that blew my expectations for photos out of the water. She gave us a sneak peak and also got our pictures back to us super quick. On our big day, Lacie and Tim(her husband/second photographer) were the best to work with. They made us feel comfortable and captured our day better than we could have imagined. As soon as they got there, they got straight to work. Lacie got all the details and getting ready photos that I will cherish forever. Things were running behind the day of and they let us add on an hour to our contract the day of and pay at a later date. This ensured that we got dance floor photos and it was so worth it! Specifically getting pictures of my husband's grandmother in her 80s dancing with all her grandkids. We received a sneak peak very quickly and our whole (massive) gallery less than 2 months after the wedding. For as many photos as we got, this was a crazy quick turn around. Overall, PictureMeThisByLacie captured our day better than we could have ever imagined, we could not recommend them more!
Kaelin W., 12 days ago
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Abigail Saalfrank Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves New Athens, IL

You are probably assuming my about me section will have a story about how I always wanted to be a photographer, I came out of the womb holding a camera, but that couldn’t be me. I stumbled into it, literally. I had no plans to become a wedding photographer. I was either going to follow my dad’s path and go to dental school, or become a social worker. But a freshman in college decided to shoot a few photos for fun, and now over eight years and almost 200 weddings later, I could not imagine myself doing anything else. This is my dream job!

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

5.0

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

HEY! I'M ASHLEY! Aka, Your Professional third wheel! I am so happy you dropped by! I am a uber bubbly, warm hearted, person who loves to order 3 drinks at Dutch Bros and say its for other people but really its just for me. When I am not spending my lifes savings at Dutch Bros, I am professionally following peeps in love and photographing their stories. I am a lover of true crime and murder podcasts! (But I mean who isnt! I just cant help it!) FUN FACT: I speak switzerdütsch, aka a German slang. My mom is originally from Switzerland and my dad from Jamaica, so you know I am always hungry for adventures (and new places to binge eat at).

Awarded Best of Zola
From the moment we met Ashley Cynthia Photography, we knew we had found our perfect wedding photographer. Their communication style was fun and enjoyable, with constant banter that put us at ease. Ashley and her crew were fantastic, always making sure we were on top of the timeline and getting the exact photos we wanted. They brought out the best in us in every single shot, capturing all the special moments of our day. From Day 1, Ashley passed our vibe check instantly and was always just a text, email or call away, giddy about our nifty and crazy ideas. Her team was incredibly flexible, and we had an absolute blast working with them. We couldn't have asked for a better photographer and videographer to document our wedding - they truly made the experience unforgettable.
Marcus M., 3 days ago
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Franzetti Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Serves New Athens, IL

Hi there! I'm Michelle and my hunky husband Nick is my partner in life and in our business. We love to capture genuine, bright moments of your special day. Our editing strives to be timeless so when your grandkids look at your photos one day, the only thing they get to make fun of is your hair ;) Speaking of looking at your photos, we love serving our couples from start to finish which includes not only helping you plan for the big day, but guiding you through decisions of preserving your memories such as albums and prints. If you are looking for fun-loving, goofy, and professional, we might be the ones for you!

Awarded Best of Zola
Having been a bridesmaid in a wedding captured by Franzetti Photography, I knew immediately I wanted Michelle and Nick to be the ones to photograph our wedding. The whole process from start to finish was so fun and stress-free. They go above and beyond at every single step of the process. Michelle was an absolute life-saver when it came to our wedding day timeline. She answered every question I had and our wedding day went so smoothly, almost exclusively thanks to her work on our timeline. Our photos are better than I could have ever imagined. They captured our day perfectly and I am so thankful to have so many amazing memories from our wedding day captured. I can not recommend them enough, they were the perfect addition to our wedding day and absolutely amazing in every way.
Catherine G., a month ago
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Bonie Weddings | Photo + Video 

4.9

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,750
  • Serves New Athens, IL

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

We were looking for an affordable videographer and photographer for our wedding. While researching, we found Bonie Weddings. Usually we do a consultation call with three or four companies, but Bonie Weddings' process and presentation are amazing. It's a little pricey, but their quality is amazing. We were given the option of choosing a videographer and photographer. Having Elliot and Antonio on our team is a blessing. Both are professionals and easy to work with. Also, they give us artistic paint photo with frame.
Issa F., 9 months ago
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Ally Manzella Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves New Athens, IL

Hi there! I am a Midwest Wedding Photographer, who truly loves capturing your love story. With a background in fashion editorial, I am trained to photograph a story. I would love the opportunity to capture your unique love journey. Please inquiry on my website for further details and faster responses. www.allysonmanzella.com

Awarded Best of Zola
Ally was absolutely amazing to work with! She not only is the sweetest human but does such an incredible job. She did our engagement photos and wedding, both were better than I could have imagined. I could not have asked for a better person to capture our big day! I would recommend Ally over and over!
Becca H., 2 months ago
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Gordino Photo and Video 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,300
  • Serves New Athens, IL

I started off only wanting to take photos and videos of my friends. Now it seems like my passion has gone full circle and my clients have become my friends. Whether photographing parties or shooting short films, it is my goal as a professional artist, to capture those emotions, and present beautiful memories that will last forever. My ultimate reward will come years later—when you look at your photographs , videos and those memories once again come to life.

Awarded Best of Zola
Godfred is amazing! A true artist. We loved our wedding time with him and the photos turned out amazing. He is so kind, patient and really took his time with his. He had an abundance of ideas and was open to our own ideas as well! Super flexible and highly recommend!
Jenilee T., 2 years ago

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About wedding photographers in New Athens, IL

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

A New Athens, IL wedding photographer ranges from $400 to $10,000 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?

95% of photographers in New Athens, 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 New Athens, IL?

Some of the most popular photographers in this area include JZ Studio 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!

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