The Best Wedding Photographers in River Forest, IL

The Best Wedding Photographers in River Forest, IL

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932 Wedding Photographers in River Forest, IL

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Amy Ronk Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $2,300
  • Serves River Forest, IL for additional fees

Hi! I'm Amy Ronk, a photographer currently based in Denver, CO. After attending photography school, weddings kind of stole my heart. I love love of every kind, and it's always such an honor to be considered to capture your wedding day. I focus mainly on candid moments, and showcasing the emotions of the day. I think it's important to walk away from your wedding with timeless, beautiful photos that will remind you just how special your day was.

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Working with Amy was a dream! She has such calm energy and was able to pivot quickly as rain interrupted our pre-wedding photos. She also managed to wrangle our family & friends group photos, even during cocktail hour! We had so much fun working with her. And the photos are stunning! Our sneak peek was perfect and we are looking forward to the rest. And we loved the unexpected tie to Montana even when getting married in Colorado!
Megan R., 5 months ago
Betrothed to Bones 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves River Forest, IL for additional fees

Local to Colorado & native to Indiana I'm a photographer dedicated to helping couples bring their wedding vision to life. I believe that your love story is anything but boring, and your photos should reflect that. With 8 years of experience, I’ve captured clients through fun prompts and welcoming energy. I’m not gonna lie I’m a strong believer in truly connecting with my client. Yes I send ‘<3’ in my emails. Yes I’d love to fan girl over your wedding deets with you! Mimosas? Coffee? I’m down

My fiancé and I had been doing all this research to find a photographer and our wedding was fast approaching. It was March and our wedding is in July. We came across Sara, found out that she would be moving to Colorado and was actually in Colorado until Friday morning (it was Wednesday night). We have a wonderful phone call just getting to know her and her business and decided to book her the next day. She worked promptly to make time to shoot our engagement photos even though it was her boyfriend’s mom’s birthday. We just got the photos the other day and they are stunning. They capture our hearts, emotion, and beauty! So glad that we booked Sara for our wedding day! We know her photography will be amazing!! She is fun and easy to work with, obviously experienced, and just personable and makes the whole experience more enjoyable!
Payton W., 9 months ago
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Love by Justina 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves River Forest, IL for additional fees

HOME STATES: California & Massachusetts | Hey, I'm Justina! in the dead of winter I'll be that person walking around with my iced coffee in one hand and airpods blasting underground hiphop or melodic punk all while thrifting for vintage treasures at your local savers. you'll also find me at creative meetups in boston, playing apex legends or catching up on reality when I'm able to find free time.

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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., 5 months ago
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Andrea Neff Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,800
  • Serves River Forest, 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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Andrea Neff Photography was the perfect choice for our wedding photography. From the beginning, Andrea's communication was consistently reliable and helpful, going above and beyond to support us through the planning process. She felt like a close friend guiding us every step of the way, and her attention to detail and coordination with our other vendors, especially our videographers ensured our day ran seamlessly. The quality of Andrea's work is simply stunning - she brought our vision to life with beautiful, perfect photos that we will cherish forever. We are so grateful to Andrea for capturing the magic of our special day.
Brenna F., 19 days ago
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Coté and Camera 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves River Forest, IL for additional fees
  • Offer

Hi there! I’m Emma CotéEwers, your East Coast & Destination Wedding and Lifestyle Photographer! My work is a seamless blend of traditional heirloom portraiture, lively artistic shots, and a little ​photojournalism if the day calls for it. With a true-to-color, film-inspired approach, I strive to craft visuals that capture love, ​laughter, and those beautifully authentic moments that weave together the story of your ​wedding! I feel like these should include fun ​facts? Patsy Cline’s Walkin’ After Midnight is my favorite song and I am currently on my 8th ​nostalgic binge of Gilmore Girls (which might just be fueling my banter lately).

Emma was an absolute dream to work with! Quick to respond to messages; very helpful with location scouting and wardrobe choices. She promised to have our gallery edited and delivered within 2 weeks of our shoot date and she did not disappoint! My fiancé and I are absolutely in love with our photos - they're everything we had hoped for, and then some! I sent Emma a plethora of inspo photos on Pinterest and now I feel like I have my very own Pinterest board of photos that are all of me and my fiancé - they are perfection! We hope to work with Emma again in the future - cannot recommend her enough!
Katie, 5 months ago
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Maya Lovro Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6,200
  • Serves River Forest, IL for additional fees

My name is Maya (they/them), and I'm a queer, love-obsessed photographer operating out of Pennsylvania and traveling all over. I specialize in weddings and elopements, especially non-traditional, LGBTQ+, and multicultural celebrations. I am the 'picnic elopement in the woods' or 'weekend campsite celebration' or 'screw it, let's get married at a Waffle House' photographer.

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Maya is one of the most wonderful, genuine, and detailed photographers I've ever met, and I've worked with a lot of photographers in my line of work! My partner and I chose Maya first for our engagement photos because of their dynamic, warm style, and ended up enjoying working with them so much that we decided to book them for our wedding! My partner is quite shy and doesn't enjoy his photo being taken, but Maya made him feel so comfortable and confident. We are an LGBTQ couple, and Maya made us feel so valid and loved expressing who we are. Maya was so communicative throughout the whole wedding planning process, and constantly provided us with resources to help us with our general planning. Maya and their co-photographer took so much care and detail on the day of the wedding to get every small detail to every huge moment. Everything worked like literal clockwork, everything felt super chill and fun, and even shooting large family photos (with way too many cousins) ended up being a breeze! Maya truly cares about their work, especially their clients. We could not recommend Maya enough!!!
Madison, 25 days ago
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Drozephotographs 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,650
  • Serves River Forest, IL for additional fees
  • Offer

Hey yall! I’m Madalyn, the owner of Drozephotographs and hopefully your new photographer friend! I am an Alabama based licensed photographer who loves every minute of it. If you’re looking for an easygoing yet professional photographer, I’m yours! ❤️ The thing that I stress the most importance of is soaking in the moments. Whether that be your first sip of coffee in the morning with your girls, or your big moment when you’re walking down that beautifully stretched aisle. Every moment is so so so important. I would love to be the one that tells your story through your littlest and biggest moments.

Choosing Drozephotographs as our wedding photographer was one of the best decisions we made. From the moment we first spoke with her we were impressed by her skills and how easy going she was working with clients. She was understandable and checked in with us to go over our wedding day. She even helped us make a guideline we were comfortable with to help on our big day. Her work is simply beautiful, perfect, and incredibly unique - she captured the most natural and beautiful moments of our special day! Drozephotographs helped us create a schedule so we didn't have to worry about a thing, and made sure we felt at ease in front of the camera, providing helpful tips and poses that made our photos stand out. It never felt awkward or forced, and every single picture she took was truly one of a kind. I’m still in awe over these photos no one could’ve done a better job! We are so grateful for her incredible service and would highly recommend her to any couple looking for wedding photographers.
Jade T., 7 days ago
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MaddyKate Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves River Forest, IL for additional fees

HI, I'm Maddalynn. DESTINATION ELOPEMENT AND WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER FROM THE PACIFIC NORTHWEST.  As a photographer, my passion lies in capturing the authentic and genuine moments of life. I aim to freeze time and preserve the memories that bring joy to our lives.  Whether it's a couple celebrating their love, a family creating memories, or an individual embracing their true self, I am committed to capturing the raw emotion and genuine connections in all of my photos. I am honored to be a part of my clients' special moments, I am dedicated to providing them with a personalized and unforgettable photography experience.

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MaddyKate Photography provided spectacular photography for our wedding day. Maddy was extremely responsive and helpful throughout the planning process, answering all our questions promptly and offering guidance when needed. On the big day, she made us feel comfortable and at ease while capturing countless beautiful, dreamy shots. The photos turned out lovely - we are so thrilled with Maddy's ability to capture the special moments and emotions of our wedding through her artistic eye. She managed group photos smoothly and efficiently as well. The value offered by MaddyKate Photography is unmatched - we could not be happier with the gorgeous images documenting our most precious memories. We highly recommend Maddy for your wedding or special event photography needs!
Kayla, 5 months ago
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Creative Candids, LLC 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves River Forest, IL for additional fees

Creative Candids came together from years of passion projects and love for the art of photography. Weddings are my favorites to capture because I love love. Being able to stop a moment in time by the click of a button and sharing it with the couple brings me immense joy.

We have used Creative Candids for three different photoshoots now, and Maiyasa captures every phase of life flawlessly! She will indulge any idea you have, but her forte is at staying prepared for the unpredictable, intimate, candid moments. She's so easy to communicate with and brings such an excitement to her craft that you can't help but enjoy your time with her! Can't imagine using any other photographer!
Heidi W., 5 months ago
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Bouquet Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves River Forest, IL for additional fees

Hi! ​My name is Bouquet and I am a published photographer. I was born and raised in Thailand, lived in NJ, HI, and now FL! My portfolio showcases some of my favorite images from the past few years with various lighting and locations, so you know I can handle every situations you may have on your wedding day! I strive to create photographs that not only capture a moment but also capture a feeling and essence.

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Bouquet Photography is an absolute joy to work with. Their communication is clear, genuine, and transparent, making the entire process seamless. The quality of their work is personal, fun, dreamy, and simply stunning. Bouquet's work tells a beautiful story - every time I've had the pleasure of collaborating with her, she puts thoughtful creativity into every photo she captures, showcasing our couples and our venue in the most breathtaking way. I've worked with Bouquet many times for events and personalized styled shoots, and she has an amazing creative vision that has truly impacted the selling of our spaces. We are so grateful to have Bouquet as our preferred vendor, and you will be too if you book with her!
Alana Biggie , 4 days ago
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Right Price Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves River Forest, IL for additional fees
  • Offer

We travel Nationally for Weddings and events ❤️ I've been doing photography for 7+ years and branched out into Weddings 3 years ago. We LOVE love! 💕 We are almost ALWAYS running specials & sales!! This year we also branched out into videography ❣️❣️ We would LOVE to help Capture the BEAUTIFUL MOMENTS on your Special Day 💕 We offer: Portrait photography, Boudoir, Weddings/Events, Engagement sessions, Family Sessions, Cake Smash Sessions, Speciality Sessions, & More ❣️

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my photography group was outstanding!! sherri and her group were open to my creativity and loved the poses I wanted to randomly throw in!! there are 2 girls and 2 guys so nothing was missed on my special day!! the positivity that came from them all was amazing talk about a hype team!! also I booked her very early so she dealt with me for a year and a half and was very attentive to all my changes wants and needs!! she also worked with me on payments. also my husband and I are both plus size people and they made sure all of our good angles were in the shot!! I was only able to upload 6 photos and that was just not enough to show how amazing these pictures are!! I can't wait to get my videos back!! oh yeah they also do those to!!!
Crislan, 2 months ago
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Margarita Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves River Forest, IL for additional fees

I'm a wedding and elopement photographer based right in Baltimore, MD. Originally from Greece. There is nothing that makes me happier than capturing laughter, love, and connections. I believe that everything happens for a reason

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Margarita was an absolute pleasure to work with for the surprise engagement I planned while traveling with my fiancé and her family. She was able to help me plan everything within a couple of days time and responded quickly to my inquiry I made through her website. The quality of their work and value was truly outstanding, with natural, affordable, and stunning photos that captured our special day perfectly. Margarita traveled all the way from Baltimore and arrived early to scout the area and help me plan the surprise. We can't wait to have her shoot our wedding and would highly recommend her services to any couple looking for an amazing photography experience.
George, 4 months ago
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Lucia Giuseppina Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves River Forest, IL for additional fees

My style is rooted in an editorial approach, allowing me to narrate your unique love story through timeless images that highlight genuine emotions. As your photographer, I bring a heartfelt and genuine perspective, ensuring that your wedding day is portrayed in a way that truly reflects you and preserves the memories you'll cherish forever.

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We are so happy we chose Lucia to capture our elopement. Lucia is professional, fast to respond to emails and texts, helpful with decisions, accommodating to any requests, concerns, and excited to give advice. Duncan and I really wanted our photographer to capture our true emotion and to get candids of us, and Lucia DID THAT! The day felt blissful and a key point for us was that we got to enjoy the day without it feeling solely like a photoshoot which I think speaks to Lucias talent and confidence in her craft. She was good at giving guiding advice for posing without us feeling posed. I put together a Pinterest board and shot list which she really did a great job pulling inspiration from. The photos are stunning and the exact style we envisioned. Also, our sneak peak was huge and she got them to us very fast. If you are torn between photographers or are just starting your research, you're in very safe hands to stop here. We hope to continue reaching out to Lucia in the future when we start a family.
Kirin P., a month ago
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Sarah Lindholm Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves River Forest, IL for additional fees

I’m sure your mind is racing with all that needs to be planned. It’s all very exciting but it can also be somewhat overwhelming. You’re planning the day that you’ve been anticipating your whole life and yet you only get one shot at it! By the time you get the hang of it, the planning is over! My goal as a wedding photographer is to make this one aspect of the planning process simple. Photography is more than just images, it’s a real part of your day. Not only do you deserve beautiful images, you also deserve an amazing photographic experience.

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From the moment we met Sarah, to today, I have to say Sarah is not just a photographer...she's a memory creator, unspoken coordinator, friend, and even family. Sarah is the type of photographer that you are surprised is as amazing as she is because she can balance being fun, professional, staging, and capturing EVERY SINGLE perfect moment. We've just started going through our final wedding photos, and are shocked to go, "Wow how did she get that photo?!" During the event itself, Sarah made sure to talk to everyone to stage for every photo we wanted, and she captured every detail of the venue perfectly. She also spent some of her time making sure my husband and I had EVERYTHING we needed to have our special day. Sarah is by far one of the best vendors I've ever worked with, and will be a consistent photographer of ours until the day she retires. Do NOT let her get away from doing your event!!!!
Craig S., 4 months ago
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Frankely Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,300
  • Serves River Forest, IL for additional fees

Photography has been a lifelong passion for me and I truly found my happy place when I started photographing weddings. Capturing every relationship and everything that makes it unique and beautiful make my heart all warm and fuzzy. I am here for all of the silly laughs and intimate snuggles. I am always going to make those around me feel comfortable; this might be by making jokes at my own expense or it could be showing you photos as I take them to make sure you see what a freakin’ BABE you are.

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I honestly can’t say enough good things about Frankely Photography! From the moment we met Emily for our engagement session, she made us feel completely at ease. On our wedding day, Emily and Wilson were a dream team—fun, calming, and so easy to work with. They worked seamlessly together, creating a relaxed and joyful vibe while capturing every moment. The photos are absolutely stunning, perfectly capturing every detail and emotion. We’re so grateful for how they told the story of our day through their incredible photos, and we’ll definitely be turning to Frankely Photography to capture more special moments for us!
Beth R., 8 days ago
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Wandering Creative 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,800
  • Serves River Forest, IL for additional fees

H1! I'm Laramie Renae, Owner and Photographer at Wandering Creative. I am a Wedding & Documentary Photographer, based in Memphis, TN. I am an avid documentarian, and I cannot wait to capture your day :)

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Laramie is FANTASTIC! Everyone keeps talking about how good the photos are, and my husband agrees and is glad we went with Wandering Creative like I wanted. She was able to cover the entire wedding and get those extra pics of the food and decorations, things that people don't really think about. AND she got the crucial moments. She literally captured his immediate reaction to seeing me coming down the aisle! I looked at so many photographers, but I kept coming back to Wandering Creative because I loved the photos and her vision so much. And she did not disappoint. These are photos that you will look back on for the rest of your life. One of my friends said it best when she said, “she really captured the energy of your wedding”. When I look at these photos, I remember and can feel our happiness and how much fun we had. And thanks to Wandering Creative, I always will.
Lauren M., 2 months ago
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Magnolia Pine 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves River Forest, IL for additional fees
  • Offer

Hi – I’m Lauren Bolan, Owner, Photographer & Graphic Designer of Magnolia Pine. I currently reside in Cleveland, Ohio, the land that I love! I absolutely enjoy capturing & creating timeless pieces for my clients and their special day! There is just something magical about weddings & special events! I’m super detail oriented and I’m very particular, so you can be assured that I will take good care of your products and put so much love into them!

Awarded Best of Zola
Having Lauren as our wedding photographer was an absolute joy! She was professional but also made us feel so comfortable! She captured all of our special moments and went above and beyond our expectations!
Cassandra P., a month ago
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Kelsey Sheehan Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,900
  • Serves River Forest, IL for additional fees
  • Offer

Kelsey Sheehan Photography was founded in 2019. I made the jump into being a professional photographer to follow my heart and work in a career path that I love! When I am not working you can find me baking with country or 90s/00s R&B blasting, sitting by the fire with my neighbors, doing yoga, kickboxing, jiu jitsu, or hiking with my family. Okay, and maybe binge watching Schitt's Creek, Gilmore Girls, or Grey's Anatomy for the hundredth time.

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Kelsey was wonderful to work with for our engagement shoot! Our engagement session was a bit out of the norm, but Kelsey rolled with it with open arms and tried something new with us. We weren’t completely sure how the process would go, but Kelsey guided us through different shots and was also open to different ideas that we had. The photos are absolutely to die for!! She captured us perfectly and these are my favorite photos of us. She was incredibly responsive throughout the process and it was a fantastic experience!
Joy, 9 months ago
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MoonTide Media 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves River Forest, IL for additional fees

Photography truly has a full grip on my soul– I love EVERYTHING about capturing special moments to be forever held in time! I consider my style to be way more candid, as I truly adore capturing an authentic experience that is almost tangible to the person viewing the photo. I want the viewer to feel the emotion and as if they were there with us right back in that moment. I love realness of a perfect candid shot…my goal—especially with couples—is to get to the heart of their connection and connect with my couples, as well, to truly make them feel comfortable in front of the lens so that we can get to those authentic magic shots!

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We had the pleasure of working with MoonTide Media for our wedding photography/videography. Shannon and Ally were an absolute joy to work with from start to finish. Their communication throughout the planning process was fantastic - they consistently kept us updated on travel plans and made sure we were all on the same page regarding the photography timeline. Most importantly, the quality of their work is stunning. We recently received a preview of some of our photos and were brought to tears by the beautiful images capturing our special day. Shannon and Ally have a true talent for capturing emotional moments without ever getting in the way. They were the hardest working team at our venue, going above and beyond to get every possible shot we could have imagined. We felt so comfortable with them that they even grabbed some extra candids of our wedding party that we had asked for with no issues. If you're looking for amazing photographers/videographers who produce breathtaking images while also making you feel at ease and comfortable on your wedding day, look no further than MoonTide Media.
Seth O., 4 months ago
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Datura Photo 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Serves River Forest, IL for additional fees

Hi! I’m Jules. I like to think of myself as an artistic storyteller. I love capturing LOVE and have been a professional photographer for 12+ years (don’t let the baby face fool you). I want to know what makes you & your partner tick. Every couple is different & I love making your photos feel like YOU. (& for you to feel super hot, obv.) I would love to share full galleries with you and would be HONORED to create art with you on your dreamiest day! Storytelling is why I do this day in and day out. We don’t do boring over here ;)

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Jules and her husband were INCREDIBLE. They were there at every important moment capturing it all and did SO well with my little nephews who were not having a good time taking photos. So thankful for these two! Their editing style is dark and moody and PERFECT.
Mallory E., 2 months ago
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Taj Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves River Forest, IL for additional fees

As a working photographer, I have the wonderful opportunity to capture people, places and things at their best. I am blessed with the opportunity to be a part of special milestones in people’s lives – engagements, weddings, anniversaries, graduating seniors, and family portraits. Photography is a wonderful way for me to capture these key moments.

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Andre from Taj Photography was very communicative and responded quickly to all of our questions leading up to the wedding. There are not enough words to describe the quality of his work - he is a true master at photography. He captured all the special moments at the right times, and was able to come up with great poses and angles to take the perfect shots. From start to end, Andre was amazing and a pleasure to work with. He knew exactly the vibe we were looking for and he delivered 1000%.
Vlanca F., 21 days ago
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Wild Opal Photo + Film 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves River Forest, IL for additional fees

We are a husband and wife, photo and video team traveling all over the world to capture your special day! We are professional flies on the wall...but like if those flies were wearing shoes. We capture everything from large weddings to elopements.

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Working with Courtney was a dream! She was incredible to work with from the start with our engagement session all the way through to the wedding day and beyond. My husband and I are a little more on the shy/awkward side - especially when it comes to taking photos, but Courtney made us feel so comfortable and knew exactly what to have us to do to get some beautiful and fun shots :) Courtney was so fun and helpful throughout our special day and the questionnaires she sent us to fill out were so helpful for us to give her any heads up and set our day up for success. Our wedding day and timeline went off without a hitch and everyone has had wonderful things to say about our photo/video team and the sneak peek photos! Oh, she was also so patient with our chaotic pups who wanted to join in on some photo fun! We have zero regrets choosing Wild Opal and would recommend them to anyone and everyone!! :)
Jenna S., 6 months ago
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1828 Collective 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves River Forest, 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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McKenna was the best!! The photography packages offered are robust and fairly priced. We picked McKenna for her vision and authentic/candid photo style. When we met, we knew we had made the right choice. McKenna is such a kind, friendly person who immediately puts you at ease. She was so easy to work with and made my husband and I feel so confident and comfortable during our engagement shoot and throughout the wedding. At the wedding, her assistant Bliss was also INCREDIBLE and highly recommended! McKenna is quick to reply to communication. I am so in love with the photos she has given me so far. I can't wait to see the rest!!
Megan C., a year ago
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Keighla's Fresh Face Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves River Forest, IL for additional fees

Since 2010, Keighla's Fresh Face Photography has been dedicated to providing custom, modern portraits for clients. I pride myself on pushing my creativity and skill to bring each client an experience and result as special and one-of-a-kind as they are. Keighla's Fresh Face Photography is owned and operated out of a home office in Carver County, MN. Some of the most frequent places I go include: Waconia, Cologne, Carver, Chanhassen, Edina, Wayzata, Eden Prairie, Minneapolis, Rochester and Duluth, Minnesota. Ask about our travel opportunities and we'll chat!

Keighla’s Fresh Face Photography was wonderful to work with. She truly captured our wedding day exactly as we remember it! She helped with keeping our timeline flowing. She was patient, responsive, organized, easy going, and best of all helped my husband and I pose in a way that did not look posed. Neither of us are very comfortable around a camera and she made the overall experience so much more enjoyable! Definitely recommend!
Mary, 9 months ago
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Cassie Rae Design 

4.6

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves River Forest, IL for additional fees

I'm Cassie, I am a photographer based just north of Atlanta Georgia. While I absolutely love serving the local couples, I travel too! I enjoy being a part of the biggest day of many peoples lives and I LIVE for watching it unfold and capturing what happens.

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Cassie is genuinely one of the best photographers i’ve worked with. She made sure that we got all the pictures that we wanted, she helped us film a tiktok, she also helped me put my shoes on. The photos she took were so candid and showed how genuinely happy everyone was to be there. I 100% recommend Cassie as a wedding photographer, as she is one of the most talented and empathetic photographers i have ever had the pleasure of working with. Please book her, she is 1000000% worth it!
Morgan C., a month ago
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Portraits By Mandy 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,800
  • Serves River Forest, IL for additional fees

Hi, I'm Mandy! I'm happiest at home with a cup of coffee (heavy on the cream & sugar), watching some HGTV (Fixer Upper anyone?!) & flipping through Instagram, with my beagle, Jack, snuggled on my feet. I love exploring new places with my sweetheart, Shawn, trying new foods, craft beer, coffee dates, Michigan autumns, and, of course, PHOTOGRAPHY! Thank you so much for stopping by my page. I wouldn’t be here if it wasn’t for you all, and I appreciate each and every one of you!

Portraits By Mandy was the perfect wedding photographer for our special day. From our first conversation, Mandy was detailed, wonderful, and attentive, answering all of our questions and making us feel at ease. On the day of the wedding, she captured every moment beautifully, creating timeless, classic photos that we will cherish forever. Mandy truly made our day feel extra special, and I cannot stop looking at the incredible photos she took - they are displayed all over our house. We plan to use Mandy for every special occasion in the future, as her work is simply stunning.
Marissa C., 2 months ago
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Modern Day Lovers 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves River Forest, IL for additional fees

If you love a unique, unforgettable experience, then you've come to the right place! I specialize in photographing adventurous love stories in the most intimate and genuine ways. My bucket list is constantly growing and travel is a huge part of who I am and what I stand for. Whether you choose to elope, have a more traditional wedding day, or even just a romantic couples session, I make it my goal to concentrate on your unique story and really show that love through your images.

Awarded Best of Zola
From the moment we booked Modern Day Lovers, the photographers were incredibly responsive and provided us with sneak peeks of our photos within days of our wedding. Dylan and his team were friendly professionals who made us feel at ease throughout the day. The quality of their work was phenomenal - the photos captured the beauty of our special day perfectly and are truly the best pictures we've ever had taken. They were incredibly organized and flexible, helping to keep our wedding day running smoothly. Dylan in particular went above and beyond to make our day extra special. We couldn't recommend Modern Day Lovers highly enough!
Teala N., 3 months ago
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Monica Cassell Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves River Forest, IL for additional fees

I’m Monica Cassell, and I’m on a mission to ensure your photos are really damn good. When you choose me as your photographer, you’re not just choosing another vendor who’ll punch in and punch out. Hell no. You’re choosing a comprehensive client experience. I prioritize spending time with you, getting to know you individually and as a couple, and serving you in this season through engagement photos, recommendations, and anything else you might need. By the time you run through the sparkler tunnel to your getaway car, we’ll be so close you might just ask me to come with you (JK, unless it’s Disneyworld).

Monica will make your photoshoot feel effortless- no matter how awkward or camera shy you think you are. She’s your girl. Wedding wise- this woman has so much freaking experience that her tips, tricks and knowledge base will exponentially make your wedding day smooth.
Tina, 3 years ago
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Evan Taylor Studio 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves River Forest, IL for additional fees

We are photographers for hire with a love for candid moments and a modern, fine art aesthetic. Evan is your point person and lead photographer. He has been shooting weddings, portraits, and brand work for over 6 years. Gabrielle’s background lies in visual arts and theatre, and comes well into play during creative decision making. Her attention to detail and eye for beauty is unmatched. We look forward to partnering with you to create and capture, whatever the story.

We hired Evan and Gabrielle for our Spring 2024 wedding in Asheville. From the time we booked them, up until the gallery delivery, they were always super consistent with communication and delivered us the most beautiful wedding photos we could have asked for. In looking for a photographer we had a pretty specific style and sentiment we wanted to capture, and Evan executed on it perfectly. They are pretty delightful people too which is an added bonus!
Lucy N., 7 months ago
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Timeless Imagery & Media 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,400
  • Serves River Forest, IL for additional fees
  • 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.

Timeless Imagery & Media was an excellent choice for our wedding photographer. Their communication throughout the process was prompt, effective, and considerate. Heidi and her team made sure to capture all the angles and had the best ideas for creative photos with our family and friends. The quality of their work was superb, and they were incredibly accommodating in bringing our vision to life. The team went above and beyond to ensure the pictures were exactly what we wanted. We are thrilled with the beautiful, lasting memories they were able to provide from our special day.
Salena H., 3 months ago
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Arielle Thomas Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Serves River Forest, IL for additional fees

Hi! Congratulations on your engagement! I'm Arielle and I want to photograph your wedding! I'm a fun loving lady that's totally in love with love. I have like 20 years of experience with a camera in my hand, and 7 years since I started shooting weddings full time. Rain or shine we're going to have the best day ever if you choose me to shoot your wedding. I grew up in Vermont and after traveling around and living in several different states I made my way back to Vermont where I posted up and started this wild photo business and I've never been happier to share my talent with you! I can't wait to meet you!

Awarded Best of Zola
Arielle not only covered the basics of being in time, prepared, getting the photos and delivery of timely photos, she went above and beyond making us feel comfortable and having a BLAST! My family is not one to take pictures of easily and she made everyone feel at ease and enjoyed getting their photo taken. We hired Arielle in Spring 2021 for our backyard elopement and knew we had to hire her for our big friends and family wedding. Can’t wait to find an excuse to hire her again :)
Kristen, 2 years ago
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Lollipop Media 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Serves River Forest, IL for additional fees

We're Natalie & Ricky - a husband and wife power team offering photo and video since 2013. We are a fine art, film inspired luxury wedding photographer and videographer located in Minneapolis, MN but available for travel across the country. We are Jesus followers, parents to 4 kids, and are crazy about watching The Amazing Race.

Awarded Best of Zola
I can't recommend Natalie and Ricky enough!! We started working with Lollipop Media MN 2 years before our wedding doing family shoots, sunflower photos, and our engagement session. Every single session I get more blown away by the results. The photos are BEAUTIFUL and I love Natalie's style of bright, natural and authentic pictures. The whole team on our wedding day was so easy to work with and made us feel like we could just be ourselves in front of the camera. One of our favorite moments of the day was taking sunset photos/videos. It was so fun and relaxing to run around with Natalie and Ricky and try so many fun shots. Our gallery perfectly captures all the moments of our wedding and our video makes me cry every time I watch it! I can't wait to continue to work with Natalie and Ricky for more life events :)
Sarah D., 2 years ago
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Erin Witt Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves River Forest, IL for additional fees

Your wedding is about you and all the amazing people there to celebrate. While I can take some Instagram-worthy portraits, I spend the majority of my time at weddings capturing all the little moments going on throughout the busy day. I want to capture the wedding in a way so when you get the images, you relive the story and feel how it felt.

Awarded Best of Zola
Erin photographed both our engagement shoot and wedding, and we could not have been happier working with her! She is such a great person to work with and delivered such gorgeous, fun, and quality photos. She captured our key moments and was able to also showcase the fun and love felt throughout the day. We are so grateful to have been able to work with her and trust her throughout this process!
Kelli H., 2 months ago
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Dj Harrington Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,900
  • Serves River Forest, IL for additional fees
  • Offer

Michigan-based insured photographer! Available worldwide for weddings and elopements. All packages include two photographers (Husband and Wife team) and we also offer videography services, and other add-ons like film or polaroids, and more. 2024 has limited availability remaining, and we are currently booking into 2025 and 2026.

From the moment we booked Dj Harrington Photography, their communication was on point. They made me feel completely worry-free leading up to the wedding. On the day, both photographers were amazing to have by our side - not only did they capture phenomenal shots, but they also reminded us to take a moment and enjoy ourselves. They felt like best friends following us around, and it didn't feel like we had just hired a couple for the day. Their passion, kindness, and talent were evident in every photo. I truly believe Dj Harrington Photography found their calling, and I am so grateful they were a part of our special day. They exceeded all of my expectations and I can't recommend them enough.
Whitley H., 2 months ago
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Enchanted Illusions Photo + Film 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves River Forest, 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!

I absolutely LOVE working with Amelia! She is an amazing person! Very professional, fun and also makes sure to communicate with me so we're on the same page at all times. I highly recommend working with her! She knows how to make work fun while still getting the job done!
Gail, 10 months ago
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MalikaDanae Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves River Forest, IL for additional fees
  • Offer

Hello, I’m Malika! I am a Portrait & Wedding Photographer located in Sacramento, CA. I currently service Sacramento and the Bay Area but I am always up for an adventure no matter where you are in the world. I have a deep appreciation for the beauty in life and understand how important it is to not only create memories, but to capture them. Photographs are truly timeless.

Awarded Best of Zola
From our first interaction, Malika was prompt, professional, and genuinely kind. Her communication throughout the planning process and on the day of our wedding put us at ease. The quality of her work was excellent - she captured every moment beautifully and with great attention to detail. We were thrilled with the final photos, which perfectly reflected the authentic and special nature of our day. MalikaDanae Photography provided incredible value, and we highly recommend them to any couple looking for an exceptional wedding photography experience.
Kenya, 10 days ago
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Amandha Luiza Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,900
  • Serves River Forest, 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.

Awarded Best of Zola
Amandha is an awesome photographer!! She’s very sweet and creative. My girlfriend and I had so much fun in our session, and we absolutely LOVED the pictures!!! Amandha made us feel very comfortable in front of the camera, which helped us to get what we expected from this shoot: very natural, sweet and spontaneous pictures! I highly recommend her!!
Jacque & K., 3 years ago
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Dee & Cory Productions 

5.0

  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves River Forest, IL for additional fees

Our adventure together has been 11 years in the making. We met in art school, and were best friends. We started to make creative projects together, and became a couple after college. We got married in 2016. That year Dee & Cory Productions was born.We live in Salt Lake City, UT and love it here. Dee is originally from Utah and Cory is From Wyoming. We love movies, camping, and our pets, 2 little bunnies and reptiles.

Awarded Best of Zola
Dee & Cory were an exceptional choice for our wedding ceremony and reception. They met us out at the Bonneville Salt Flats and captured the magic in what feels like every moment. Courteous, professional and timely, they were easy to coordinate with and helped meet all of our needs. 10/10, would recommend for your photography needs!
Logan & L., 8 days ago
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Kyra Lee Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves River Forest, IL for additional fees

Authentic moments are what set our hearts on fire! We strive to capture you exactly as you are and bring out your personality. Think of us as your best friends that you haven't gotten to meet yet - we are known for dancing with our couples at receptions, snuggling babies to get a few solo pictures of the parents, and becoming lifelong friends with our seniors. We cannot wait to meet you!

Awarded Best of Zola
Kyra was the BEST choice to capture our big day!!! She was a joy to be around - making my partner and I laugh and feel comfortable. We even have guests comment on how awesome she was! Her work is incredible. We loved our engagement photos and the ones from our wedding SO much, we gave her an idea of what we liked and she DELIVERED! We event received sneak peak photos just a few days after our wedding! She is incredibly LGBTQ friendly and conscious which meant the world to us.
Allie S., 4 months ago
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Julia Jacobs Photo 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves River Forest, IL for additional fees

With a love of serving chic and down-to-earth couples and families, I founded Julia Jacobs Photo in 2021. I believe in capturing raw emotion and beautiful details to create a gorgeous, timeless gallery you'll love to look at 50 years from now

Julia sets the bar for wedding photography. Her unique eye creates classic, elevated images that makes you want to frame everything immediately. We feel like we got so many pictures that will preserve our legacy long after we are gone. She truly is a perfectionist and it translates over, but does so without being overbearing. We were very comfortable and would recommend her to anyone. Thank you, Julia!
Gweneth, 6 months ago
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MKR Photos 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,999
  • Serves River Forest, IL for additional fees

I am a wedding photographer here to freeze the day of your dreams in time. Whether it’s an intimate elopement by an alpine lake or an epic family affair, I’ve got you covered. That means capturing every little glance in-between moments, the magic in the details - big and small - and then wrapping it all up into a stunning portrait gallery you’ll pass down for generations. Consider me your honorary bridesmaid here to cheer you on, pull the pine needles out of your train… I’m wholly invested in you having the time of your life, and capturing it for you to relive time and time again. I can’t wait to start dreaming with you!

Makaila helped shoot our engagement, elopement, and our wedding reception and all of the photos turned out incredible! She is very flexible with her schedule and had great location recommendations for our engagement photo shoot. She also was willing to drive all the way to Breckenridge to shoot our elopement and in addition to our photos, she helped make an incredible video of our special day. We hadn’t had a lot of experience with professional photo shoots, but Makaila gave us very clear directions and made us feel comfortable with the poses she put us in, which resulted in photos that were better than we could have imagined. We absolutely recommend Makaila to anyone who is looking to get some amazing photos taken!
Lawson F., 2 years ago
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MC Visuals 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves River Forest, IL for additional fees

We are Marc and Kalena, founders of MC Visuals, traveling photographers, and cinematographers based out of Western CT. With over 10 years of experience, documenting life's most beautiful moments has always been something so dear to our hearts as individuals. Aside from his love of filmography, Marc enjoys basketball, playing guitar/bass/drums, landscape photography, cooking, and watching his favorite shows while cuddling with our mini dachshunds Sammie & Brady. As for me... well I have many loves in life, but mostly salsa dancing & my dogs :)

From the moment we booked MC Visuals for our wedding, we were impressed by their friendly, respectful, and responsive communication. The husband and wife photography team were clearly passionate about their craft, and their creative, hardworking approach was evident in the stunning photos they captured of our special day. MC Visuals was able to beautifully document all our favorite moments, and they were so kind and uplifting throughout, making us and our guests feel like the best versions of ourselves. We are thrilled with the final photos and would highly recommend MC Visuals to any couple looking for a talented, dedicated photography team to bring their wedding vision to life.
Bryanna & E., 2 months ago
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Alicia Frances Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $5,500
  • Serves River Forest, IL for additional fees

Sophisticated and chic wedding photography for brides who desire an intentional balance between editorial, documentary, and classic imagery. Based in Detroit with a heart to travel. My mission is to tell your story authentically, leave you with images that stand the test of time, and capture truthful moments that express artfulness and joy.

Awarded Best of Zola
working with Alicia is an absolute dream! she has an unbelievable sense of style and really understood the vision I had for the day. She made the day feel so fun and captured it perfectly. We have gotten SO many compliments about our photos already. Not to mention her insane turn around time!! Getting sneak peaks while on your honeymoon was the absolute icing on the cake. I cannot recommend working with Alicia enough and will cherish these photos for the rest of our lives!
Paige R., 3 months ago

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About wedding photographers in River Forest, IL

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

A River Forest, IL wedding photographer ranges from $220 to $20,000 and averages at $3,000. 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?

94% of photographers in River Forest, 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 River Forest, 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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