The Best Wedding Photographers in Ottawa, IL

The Best Wedding Photographers in Ottawa, IL

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355 Wedding Photographers in Ottawa, IL

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Candace Sims Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Serves Ottawa, IL

Candace Sims is an award-winning wedding & lifestyle photographer based in Chicago, IL. Serving clients in Chicago, the surrounding suburbs, and the greater Midwest region. With over twelve years of experience, she excels in creating refined, elegant and timeless imagery.

Candace is incredible! She is thoughtful, flexible, organized, communicative and has a way with making us feel totally comfortable in front of the camera. If you're wondering whether you should book her... DO IT! I am a person who usually hates photos of myself and I LOVED every single photo that Candace captured of my wedding. She has an elegant, documentary style that is unlike others I have seen. She is worth the investment 100 times over. I will definitely book Candace for all future life moments as well!
Aisha, 4 months ago
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Christopher Deau Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Ottawa, IL

Christopher Deau Photography is a wedding and event photography company based in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Christopher Deau is a professional photographer with over 15 years of experience in his craft, bringing a sense of passion and creativity into his wedding photography career. He services the state of Michigan with quality wedding photography services, and considers it a joy and honor to be able to preserve the special moments of your wedding day for you to treasure forever.

I cannot speak more highly of Chris. His photos are absolutely STUNNING! We did our engagement session with him in Saugatuck, MI and our wedding was at Twin Gables in Sturgis, MI. He got our engagement session back to us SO fast and we received our sneak peak wedding photos only 1 or 2 days after the wedding- I cannot wait to see the rest of them. We also had a 2nd shooter with him named Eric and he was great as well! Eric shot more photos of the groom and groomsmen and they all really liked him and his humor. You will NOT regret hiring Chris as your photographer.
Hayli Cronkhite, 8 months ago
Abigael Brittin Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,700
  • Serves Ottawa, IL

Hi! I’m Abi, a passionate visual storyteller with a focus on documentary-style photography. My work is all about capturing authentic, raw moments that tell the unique story of your wedding day. I was born and raised in Minooka, Illinois and then spent my college years and early 20's in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Me and my husband moved back to Illinois last year to be closer to family! I enjoy all things creative and lounging on the couch with my husband, Clay, and our two crazy dogs. I am a lover of craft beer, mexican food, and reality TV. I was created to create and give all of the Glory to God!

Abigael Brittin Photography LLC was an absolute dream to work with for such a special day. From the very first encounter, Abi was kind, open-minded, and direct in her communication style, which immediately put us at ease. Her dependable, quality work truly captured all the candid moments we didn't want to miss. If you're anything like me, you need direction in photos and Abi really gives that to you, which helps you feel so comfortable throughout the entire process. Not to mention, she is so fun and will have you laughing the entire time!! Couldn't recommend a better photographer for any of life's special moments!
Hannah H., 4 months ago
MemoriTank 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Ottawa, IL

Hello! ​My name is Joon with Memori Tank Photography, I work with a team of talented people who will ensure your special day goes flawless. I have over 15 years of professional experience in photography, videography and commercial production field. ​It’s a journey that’s given me the opportunity to connect with incredible people, and share their celebration. My goal is to give you a unique and meaningful experience, capturing moments and nuances that you feel are representative of who you are. Please contact me to see how we can capture your memories. ​

Our special day would have not been as special without MemoriTank involved! Not only were they so easy to deal with, but they understand exactly how stressful all of the planning can be! So they are very easy to talk to, they explained everything perfectly and we just appreciated that so much. They helped us when engagement couple photos, so we can have those before the wedding and then we booked them for the day of the wedding as well. The photos were so good!!! The quality is just top notch...very professional looking and we were extremely happy with how they came out. The last thing I’ll say is, on the day of, sometimes we can get lost in the day. So busy with everything but they help because they know exactly what kinda moments to capture so it helps calm us on the day of knowing they had it all covered! Extremely recommended using MemoriTank!
Jerry and J., 4 years ago
Concept One Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $1,895
  • Serves Ottawa, IL

Capturing Timeless Moments: For nearly three decades, Concept One Photography has been turning life’s most treasured moments into lasting memories. At Concept One Photography, we understand that every event tells a unique story. From the joyous celebrations of weddings and engagements to the vibrant traditions of Quinceañeras and anniversaries, we pride ourselves on capturing the emotions, details, and moments that make each occasion unforgettable. With decades of experience, our team has honed the art of storytelling through our lenses, ensuring that your memories are as vivid and meaningful as the day they happened.

Concept One Photography was an excellent choice for our wedding photography. They got back to us within an hour of requesting information, providing more "need to know" details than other vendors we spoke with. I greatly appreciated their responsiveness and thoroughness. The value we received for the quality of their work was amazing - they demonstrated an incredible attention to detail and amazing skill at running the wedding day smoothly. Concept One's photographers knew exactly how to capture all the special moments, big and small, that made our day so unique and memorable. We are thrilled with the final photos and couldn't recommend them more highly.
Morgan, 3 months ago
Brigette Burgman Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,800
  • Serves Ottawa, IL

Hello! My name is Brigette and I am based out of the Chicago land area, but make it my mission to travel for photography as much as possible! I love the color purple, crazy hats, funk music, & all things outdoors! Traveling is my number one passion! I LOVE connecting with couples and getting to tell their love story authentically. I like to connect my subjects with nature and use natural lighting to create breathtaking images that emphasize my love for the natural beauty we find outside every day!

Brigette Burgman Photography was an absolute dream to work with for our wedding! From start to finish, Brigette's communication was efficient, organized, and personal. Her dynamic, captivating photography was full of emotion and truly captured the essence of our special day. Brigette helped us stick to the timeline by getting all the pictures we wanted, and she was incredibly flexible when I got tired during our portrait session, quickly adjusting the structure to keep me comfortable. As a planner myself, I sometimes struggle to let go and be in the moment, but Brigette's calm, kind demeanor put me at ease. The final photos exceeded our expectations - they are exactly what we had hoped for and more. We are thrilled with Brigette's services and cannot recommend her highly enough!
Kelsey R., 5 months ago
Henington Studios 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Ottawa, IL

Hey, we’re Jay and Larissa—partners, parents, and documentary wedding photographers based in Chicago, capturing love stories worldwide. From Mexico to the Rocky Mountains and beyond, we've had the honor of documenting incredible weddings. We've even been ranked among the world's best wedding photographers—but what truly matters to us is how our couples feel. Our goal? To blow your mind with photos that make your mother-in-law cry and your best friends say, 'holy shit!' If you're looking for wedding photos that go beyond the ordinary, 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
DARS Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Serves Ottawa, IL

DARS Photography is based out of northwest suburbs of Chicago and currently taking reservations for 2019 & 2020 weddings as well as other major photography events. We serve greater Chicago area & the surrounding suburbs. Our team is also available for travel nationwide. We specialize in South Asian and American wedding photography (Hindu, Muslim, Sikh, Arabic, Jewish, Italian, Latino, Polish, Catholic, Hispanic, Filipino, Korean, Vietnamese, Middle Eastern, and many more). We have an extensive portfolio which can be shared upon request. All of our work is artistically retouched and prepared to your satisfaction.

We’ve had the pleasure of working with Darshana & Manisha twice, once for our engagement party (December 2023), and again for our Sangeet, Wedding, and Reception (August 2024). They are outstandingly professional and exceptional at capturing emotion in their photography. Not only are they easy to communicate with, punctual, and work with ease, they provide an incredible value - delivering beautiful, artful, and high quality photos at an affordable rate. They have an incredible talent for capturing special and candid moments, and we have loved looking through our photos and reliving the magic of our wedding events. We are extremely happy with our choice of working with DARS twice now, and highly recommend them for any photography needs!
Sarah, 4 months ago
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Grace Thomas Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Ottawa, IL

Hey there! I’m Grace Thomas, a wedding photographer based in Chicagoland, and I’m so excited you’re here! I know how important your big moments are, and my job is to capture them in a way that feels natural, genuine, and so you. Photography isn’t just about pretty pictures—it’s about telling your story. The happy tears, the big laughs, the quiet glances—I want you to look back and feel those moments all over again. My sessions are fun, relaxed, and totally stress-free. Let’s chat, laugh, and create something beautiful together! I can’t wait to capture your love story.

Grace Thomas Photography was absolutely fantastic to work with for our wedding. From the very first call, the communication was clear, friendly and relatable - Grace made the whole process feel relaxed and easy. On the wedding day, she was incredibly helpful, capturing all the special moments beautifully with their premium, high-end photography style. The final photos are simply stunning, with a gorgeous aesthetic that truly captures the beauty of our day. We are thrilled with the quality of their work and highly recommend Grace Thomas Photography to any couple looking for an exceptional wedding photography experience.
Jasmine, 2 months ago
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Boxcar Photography 

5.0

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

Benjamin and Kelsey met at a coffee house when Kelsey was a cute girl with a camera in hand. Needless to say, they discovered that they had a mutual passion for more than just photography. We are chasers of our next adventure. Whether that be on a windy mountaintop, or in a deep valley for intimate quite moments. We are obsessed with capturing images of our couples that truly resonate with them.

From the moment we first reached out to Boxcar Photography, their communication style was open, supportive and professional. They made us feel comfortable throughout the entire process. The quality of their work is truly amazing - their talented team captured so many special candid moments that we didn't even witness ourselves, helping to create lasting memories for everyone in attendance. Boxcar Photography was amazingly supportive throughout our wedding day, keeping everything running smoothly without any pressure. They are an exemplary team of photographers who are truly undervalued for the exceptional service and beautiful work they provide. We couldn't be happier with the photos from our special day.
Sara B., 3 months ago

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About wedding photographers in Ottawa, IL

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

A Ottawa, 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 Ottawa, 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 Ottawa, 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!

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