The Best Wedding Photographers in River Forest, IL

The Best Wedding Photographers in River Forest, IL

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899 Wedding Photographers in River Forest, IL

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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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If I could give Emily and her services more than 5 starts I totally would. Emily exceeded my expectations as our photographer for our wedding. PERIOD. She is very thorough about all the details of your wedding day. It was also like having an experienced wedding planner in my back pocket. She effortlessly makes those in front of the camera lens feel extremely comfortable. (And I’m known for being a shy person) I thought I had all the details planned for my wedding day, however I did not and Emily was right there with me going over the smallest of details that made a huge difference. the. day. of. my. wedding. She makes whoever she is working with feel super confident, giggly, and relaxed. She was always checking in with me the months leading up to my wedding, which was awesome. Most of the time she would reach out first which I appreciate because I was planning my own wedding and was super overwhelmed as it was. So she made me feel reassured and excited at the same time. She genuinely is excited about your event that she is documenting. You can easily see from her work and her ethic just how passionate and talented she is. If you are hesitant, definitely reach out to her. She. Is. Worth. Every. Penny. TRUST ME. I will use Frankleyphotography for all the future milestones in my life. Thank you Emily, for the exquisite way you captured such a magical and memorable day. Words cannot express the gratitude Brenden and I have for you for being a staple piece on the best day of our lives.
Heather and B., 2 years 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.

Awarded Best of Zola
Courtney at Wild Opal is simply exceptional. From start to finish, Courtney's attention to detail and her dedication to ensuring every aspect of our wedding was perfect were evident. She’s incredibly intentional, making sure even the smallest details were attended to and taken care of. Courtney is one of the friendliest and most relatable people you’ll ever meet. She has a unique ability to connect with others on every level, making the entire experience enjoyable and stress-free. She not only overcomes obstacles with grace but also ensures that everyone is having fun. On our wedding day, Courtney made us feel completely comfortable in front of the camera. She worked seamlessly with our day-of coordinator, ensuring everything went smoothly. Her professionalism and warmth are truly unmatched. We highly recommend Courtney at Wild Opal to anyone looking for a photographer who will not only meet but exceed your wedding day needs. The gallery tells our love story so well, and we can’t stop staring at the beauty captured! Beyond stoked about these!
Nic N., 3 months 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 ( A Wandering Creative Photo) worked with me on many of our weddings as the lead photographer and she has done phenomenal job! She is highly professional, very determined and amazingly talented photographer! We love Laramie’s photojournalistic style and the way she is able to tell stories through her pictures! Laramie is indeed one of the key team members behind the success of my own company! I highly recommend A Wandering Creative photography!
Kunjal Pathak, 3 years 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!

I’ve worked with Keighla for years now. She’s got great energy, extremely creative, and has consistent, reliable work.
Heather Hanson, 7 months ago
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Modern Day Lovers 

5.0

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

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.

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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., a month 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).

What can I say? Monica is a breathe or fresh air in the photography industry. She will absolutely nail your ideas and photos and take them to the.next level. She is fun and passionate and kind, I can’t recommend her enough. We will love our Disney photos forever.
Megab, 2 years 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 was one of the photographers recommended by our venue (Venue at the Grove) and we couldn’t be happier that we went with her. We knew we were in good hands at our engagement shoot, where she made us feel comfortable and was so fun to work with. I was so happy to see her on my wedding day because it felt like having another friend there with us on our day! Our photos (engagement and wedding) turned out beautiful and are the perfect way to look back on and remember our wedding.
Kaela, 2 months 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.

Evan took our vision and ran with it, creating the most beautiful images and capturing everything with such an impressive artistic eye. He cares so much about his craft that he even threw in film and polaroid shots (something we REALLY wanted, but it was not in the budget). My husband doesn't love being in front of the camera, but he has never felt more at ease. Evan is not only endlessly talented as a photographer, but he's a wonderful mix of professional and cool, calm, and collected. If you want images that are unique, beautiful, and made with great care, go with Evan Taylor Studio :)
Cadyn, 4 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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I cannot express how incredibly thankful we were for choosing McKenna to capture our big day. McKenna was so friendly and charismatic from the start and she fit right into the craziness and chaos of our life without missing a beat. She was flexible and super communicative, especially when it rained on the day of our engagement photos, which really helped to calm our nerves and make the session comfortable and fun. She stepped right into the flow of things on our wedding day and kept everyone on schedule and in good spirits. The photos came back better than I could've imagined and our guests haven't stopped talking about them. To say that McKenna is talented would be an understatement and I'll certainly be asking her to capture the rest of our big life moments!
Bethany, 2 years ago
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Kelsey Sheehan Photography 

5.0

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

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.

Awarded Best of Zola
Kelsey was wonderful to work with for an engagement photo session. She had great recommendations and was flexible when our original date had forecast for rain. She was very professional and easy to communicate with. 1000/10 would recommend working with Kelsey to anyone.
Morgan K., 4 months 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.

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After meaning with many photographers for our wedding we went with Lollipop Media because of how comfortable Natalie made me feel right off the bat. I am very picky when it comes to how photos look and my goodness Ricky and Natalie knocked it out of the park!! We used them for not only our photography but also our videography and everything turned out fantastic. If you’re looking for light and airy photos with a bit of natural to it, Lollipop Media is your go to!! I couldn’t be happier with the album we received from them!!
Natalie M., 2 years 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!

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I've known Arielle for over 5 years now and can easily say that she's insanely kind, continuously fun, and wildly talented. She never hesitates to get the best shot she can while also making her clients feel as comfortable as possible. Her work speaks for itself, but each time I've worked a wedding with Arielle I've been impressed by the way she sees things and captures moments. If you're looking for a fun time, a genuinely awesome human, and a beautiful wedding gallery full of keenly captured moments, Arielle is your person!
Jenna Brisson, 3 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.

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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., 9 days 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!

Amelia was absolutely amazing and professional! Had an incendent happen and she was so amazing! I loved my photos!
Elissia, 8 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!

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I originally was not going to go the photographer route but when I changed my mind a week and a half out, Magnolia Pine was there for us. I am incredibly grateful and impressed by the level of effort Lauren put in with such little time to go. The day of the wedding she went out of her way to buy props that she thought fit our aesthetic and she exceeded anything I could have come up with on my own. She truly made us feel like the day was ours and that we were the guests of honor at our wedding and I can’t say enough great things. The pictures came back in less than 2 months which was the perfect time to go through and relieve the moments. We even received preview pictures early on to hold us over. If you want someone that will be able to fit the vibe you are looking for even with other pressures from guests, Lauren is your girl!
Taylor, 3 months 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!

Mandy has been taking photos for us for 10 years now. A whole decade!! She has captured every single special moment we have had as a couple, from dating to our two year olds birthday photos. She has been there every step of the way to make sure we remember these special moments through our photos. Her photography skills are nothing short of amazing. She captures the best details in every shoot, and is a joy to work with. Not to mention her turn around time for receiving your finished photos is SO FAST!! If you’re still deciding which photographer to choose for your big day, look no further. Mandy is the one!!
Emma B., 3 days ago
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Ana Karotkaya Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,990
  • Serves River Forest, IL for additional fees

Every detail of your wedding day is your dream come true. A part of your imagination , your artistry, your sense of beauty in life. The perfect day coming to life. Your wedding photos are a product of my artistry. The beauty I see in your story, is the beauty of life. The decision you make - to spend the rest of your life and cherish the person you chose is a proof of life filled with love. This is the story that shows the world that love is all powerful. This is the story I’ll be there to document.

Awarded Best of Zola
Ana is amazing! We felt so comfortable the whole time, and she was so professional through our events. She provided so many little touches that made such a difference.
Bailey, 10 months 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!

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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., 2 months ago
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MKR Photos 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,599
  • 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!

I can't recommend Makaila enough! Not only did she take incredible photos, she also worked with us before our wedding to make sure we'd get the shots we wanted and executed everything flawlessly on the day! Look no further, you've found your photographer in Makaila... you can thank me later!
Jono K., a year ago
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Tylar Brooke Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,900
  • Serves River Forest, IL for additional fees

I’m telling a story, specifically your story. I’m invested in my couples and want to know them to best document the romance between two people. I’m also direct and loud to get your wild family together for those group shots. My promise is that you’ll leave this experience more in love.

Tylar Brooke Photography was a dream to work with for our wedding. From the very first interaction, her communication style was kind, quick, and easy, which put us at ease right away. The quality of her work was truly amazing - the photos she captured were absolutely stunning and looked like something out of a fairytale. She was able to make my husband, who is typically uncomfortable in front of the camera, feel completely at ease, and she managed to catch all the perfect moments throughout our special day. More than I could have hoped for, Tylar Brooke Photography exceeded our expectations in every way, and we are thrilled to have such beautiful memories from our wedding day.
Melaney N., a month 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.

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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., a month ago
Jenni Summer Studios 

5.0

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

Jenni Summer Studios specializes in dreamy, intimate destination weddings, portraits and fashion editorials through fine art imagery & editorial story-telling. Headquarters in Southern California. Available in San Diego/LA, Oahu-Hawaii & Colorado with no travel fee. Available worldwide for travel & destination weddings.

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What can I say? Jenni is a humble and kind person. She does her best at her job. 100% professional. My husband and I had our first meeting with Jenni and we felt a match with her quickly. Afterwards we had our fall engagement pictures. We had the best pics ever ! everyone told us what beautiful pics we had, and many good comments from everyone. Jenni and her team do their best at what they do, they are very professional. My husband and I felt very comfortable and happy to have been able to do this process with her and her team. I trust on her 100%!!! Their packages are really good. My husband and I decided to do both photography and videography with them and it was the best decision. If you are looking for a photographer or videographer you have the right person here! You will not regret it! My husband and I love our pics and our friends and family told us what a great photographer we had! We can never be thankful enough for everything Jenni did for us on our special day. Jenni BIG thanks for everything you did for us! Laura & Nathan Lehman
Laura Liliana L., 2 months ago
Tara Beth Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $6,000
  • Serves River Forest, IL for additional fees
  • Offer

Tara Beth Photography is a place of inclusion, empathy, intimacy, and care. From the first email, I take care with my clients. Considering them all unique, and with that, their stories being unique. We talk about how you want to be captured, how your love should be captured. We go over insecurities, love stories, and anything else that may come up during our Zoom calls. I don't want to be just someone you hire. I want to be considered someone you trust, and enjoy to have around!

My wife and I had the pleasure of working with Tara Beth for our wedding in December 2022. We started following her instagram years prior and fell in love with how she captured every moment, from the guests to the couple. Not only were her photos amazing, but being a part of the LGBTQ community can feel daunting at times when reaching out to vendors, specifically for same-sex weddings. We had a few tough experiences with other vendors in regards to being a same-sex couple, but Tara Beth, as she is a part of the community, made it easy to feel comfortable and accepting. We contacted her and were met with a quick response. From the start, we knew she was the one. Her vibe and passion for love sold us! My wife and I were very nervous to take photos, but Tara Beth reassured us that she would walk us through everything - and she did just that. She talked us through our first look and it was an amazing experience. She also guided our party and family photos, which was super helpful as we were able to get our photos done ahead of schedule! We appreciate everything Tara Beth did for our special day and would recommend her 100 times over!
Natalie Montano N., 4 months ago
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Captured by Allison LLC 

5.0

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

My name's Allison and I am a photographer for the madly in love, imperfect couples that want their joy-filled wedding days to be captured on camera. Working to pursue my degree in my Masters of Occupational Therapy, I spend all my free time behind a camera shooting the love and beauty of those I meet. A lover of Jesus, chocolate freak, and an Enneagram 2, I am SO excited you're here and interested in a photographer!

I loved working with Allison from the very first consultation. She has such a bubbly & sweet attitude we clicked right away. Some of my favorite things were how professional she was, we got sneak peaks the next day, our entire album so quickly, and everyone at the wedding loved her. We had so much fun dancing with her and her assistant on the dance floor! Couldn’t reccommed her enough!
Krista S., 2 years ago
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Shipwrecked Creative 

5.0

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

Hey there, I'm Chris! I'm not your average wedding photographer—I'm here to make sure your images make your heart skip a beat even years down the line. My goal? To capture your big day in a way that fills you with all the feels, every time you look at those photos. I'm all about having a blast and creating memories that will make you smile from ear to ear. Weddings are all about love, laughter, and those precious moments that take your breath away. And guess what? I'm on a mission to freeze those incredible, candid instants so you can relive them over and over again.

Awarded Best of Zola
Truly an amazing group to work with. Chris took our engagement and wedding photos and we constantly get compliments! Plus the team was so easy to work with. Absolutely recommend!!!
Maci Fultz, a year ago
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Janessa Alexandra Photography 

4.1

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,250
  • Serves River Forest, IL for additional fees

Hello, I'm so excited you're here. I can't wait to chat with you about your elopement or wedding, but 1st, I want you to know a little bit more about who I am & why I LOVE what I do! I'm Janessa, a mom, a student, and a constantly inspired photographer. I am a healthcare professional part time, and an engagement & elopement photographer all the time! My style is pretty moody & candid, and so incredibly emotional. My goal is to bring out the best in you and your partner during our time together, whether it's an engagement session, an intimate wedding, or eloping just the two of you. Being said, I look forward to working with you!

Awarded Best of Zola
Janessa and Josh were so amazing for our wedding and engagement shoot! We just got married and already have beautiful sneak peaks to share with everyone. If I could share every photo without annoying my friends and family, I would. My parents wedding photographs were destroyed, so it was important to me to have good wedding photography and Janessa delivered!
Clare F., 4 months ago
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Banker Creative 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,550
  • Serves River Forest, IL for additional fees

**We are new to Zola but not new wedding photographers.** Banker Creative is a small business consisting of myself Joe, and my wife Ashley. We are a Husband + Wife Creative Team that specializes in documenting weddings. We call Ohio home, but we are grateful to have the opportunity to continue to capture weddings all over the country. So far we have worked in Ohio, Indiana, Michigan, Pennsylvania, New York, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, Colorado, Utah, Virgina, West Virginia and Washington DC. We can't wait to visit more states and experience new places!

Joe and Ashley were easy to work with on our engagement and wedding photography. They had great attention to detail and gave great direction for each shot. We would hire them again and recommend them to anyone looking for a photographer.
Lauren S., 2 months ago
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Golden Hour Images 

5.0

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

Since 2013, I’ve been capturing love stories in a way that’s timeless, authentic, and uniquely yours. Whether it’s a quiet elopement or a big celebration, my approach blends classic elegance with photojournalistic storytelling. More than photography, it's about building trust and celebrating love in all its beautiful forms—honoring every culture, story, and connection.

Samantha worked with us when our photographer canceled 20 days before our wedding leaving us scrambling to find someone. She did a fantastic job in helping our day go great! She helped direct us and got so many precious shots. We recommend her to everyone we know!
Madison + J., 9 months ago
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Dani Marie Photography 

5.0

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

Hi! I'm Dani. Are you ready for a fun, unique experience that speaks to the connection between two people or love within a family? Then look no further than me! As a Wisconsin-based {traveling} wedding and family photographer, I am passionate about joyfully capturing every moment of your special day and making sure that it tells the story of who you are. My goal is to create imagery that evokes emotion, captures raw moments, and ultimately reflects the unique love between two people or a family. I believe in creating beautiful memories that will last a lifetime. So if you’re ready to celebrate life and make memories, let’s get started!

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We cannot say enough good things about our experience with Dani Marie Photography! From the very beginning, she listened to our vision and truly understood the unique quirks that make our daughter and now son-in-law. Not only did she capture the essence of their relationship, but she also made sure to incorporate their children into the day, ensuring everyone felt included and special. Her kindness and attentiveness stood out. Throughout the entire day, she was with us, seamlessly blending into the flow of events while still making sure no moment went unnoticed. We felt completely at ease with her behind the lens, and it was clear that she genuinely cared about making our memories beautiful. If you're looking for a photographer who is not only talented but also patient, thoughtful, and dedicated to capturing the heart of your day, we highly recommend Dani Marie. She truly made our daughter's wedding day unforgettable!
Tasha, 2 months 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.

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We were very happy to have Amandha step in at the last minute to be our photographer. She did a wonderful job capturing our special day. We received a ton of beautiful pictures and couldn't be happier with the results. Amandha was pleasant to work with, detailed, professional, patient and just such a sweet human being. Thank you Amandha!
Daniel and K., 2 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.

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If you want to relive your special moments for years to come then hire Dee and Cory. We hired them for our Park City wedding and engagement photos. They are soooo easy to get along with and they will keep shooting until they get the perfect shot. I was very impressed with their ability to create/manipulate the light they had to work with. The wedding photos are more than I could have ever asked for. We also hired Fernando for the videos of our wedding and he did outstanding! I didn't even realize how many detail shots they got of all the decorations, bride's dress, groom's tux, customized hangers/tumblers, getting ready photos, jewelry, etc. The first look pictures/videos put me back in the moment seeing my husband for the first time and our whole ceremony. So many people that see our photos and videos comment, "Wow that looked like a fun wedding and you can really feel the love". They captured the day from start to finish. I can go on and on about the quality work they do and their charming personality. Just HIRE them, you won't regret it!
Christina R., 2 years ago
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Madysen Kuhstoss Photography 

5.0

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

I’m Madysen (yes s-e-n) Kuhstoss (try saying that with mispronouncing haha)! I'm 4'11 (so close), but try making up for my height in my personality; you could almost call me your "mini-hypewoman"! I’m based in Indianapolis but always willing to travel when documenting your love story! My husband Collin and I got married in the middle of April 2021 and we have a little corgi named Leo who we are crazy for! A few of my favorite things are Jesus, thriller movies/tv shows, coffee dates, sweatpants, Texas Roadhouse, and my amazing clients! That's me in a nutshell, but I can't wait to hear about you!

I'm a wedding videographer, and I've worked with hundreds of wedding photographers. Madysen is easily one of my favorites to work with. She is very friendly, professional, easy to work with, and her positivity is very contagious to everyone in the room. I highly recommend her.
Capture Hour Productions, a year ago
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Iris Rose Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $925
  • Serves River Forest, IL for additional fees

Hi there! I’m Sara, the creative force behind Iris Rose. As a child, I loved to create - it was my favorite thing. Through years of navigating life’s challenges, I drifted away from my creative roots. In 2020, I picked up a camera and photography brought me back to that creative space, allowing me to capture something both beautiful and meaningful and I fell in love. When I’m being creative, I feel like my best self.

Sara did both my engagement and boudoir shoots and made my vision come to life even better than I could have imagined! Absolutely OBSESSED with her work - I love how she captures the moment with an artistic eye that brings the photo to life with elegance. Of course she is incredible to work with and really good at making you feel comfortable in front of the camera. BOOK HER!
Zoë, 8 months ago
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Brindamour Studios 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $6,400
  • Serves River Forest, IL for additional fees

I'm originally from East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania but I've lived all over the country and have finally landed in Carroll Gardens, Brooklyn. My personal hobbies include rock climbing, learning French, fine-tuning my espresso skills, and drinking the best wine I can get my hands on (yes, if you're getting married at a winery, I'm interested!). I've been photographing weddings since 2009 (that's 15 years!) and I'm still not even the least bit bored. Hell, I still cry at weddings on a regular basis. Staying emotional and in the moment is what allows me to capture the moments that matter most to my couples.

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We have had the pleasure of working with Rima four times over the last few years. She not only took amazing photos of our engagement and wedding but also did family pictures. Any photographer who can get a toddler to cooperate is a winner in my book! Rima’s pictures are timeless and classic. She really captured our personalities and made us feel comfortable. I couldn’t recommend her more!
Bridget M., 2 years 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

I’m a wedding vendor and worked with Julia and she was nothing short of amazing with our bride! She took time with the shots she wanted and made sure she got everything. Not only was she great to work with but the quality of her pictures just speak for themselves. If you’ve been debating with who to book for photos, just do yourself a favor and book her now!!
Grace Jamoua, 3 months ago
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KNZ Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,333
  • Serves River Forest, IL for additional fees

I’m McKenzie, a photographer who embraces my couples who desire physical visual memories of their connection at any level, so you can have the stages of your relationship captured to look back on and remember all of the little things that feel so big; the way they brush your hair out of your face or beam at how beautiful you are, or even the smallest thing like a hand on your thigh. All of these things help you feel exactly how you felt in that moment. If you are here, you desire a photo gallery that makes you feel something.

Definitely get the photography/videography wedding package w/ KNZ Photography. McKenzie, Austin, and team were so much fun to work with and knew how to direct all of the various personalities of our 16 person wedding party (not an easy task!). Her creativity in using the venue's elements, organization to keeping the day on track, and warm personality made my wedding day even more special. I enjoyed working with her every step of the way and you will too!
Andrea, 9 months ago
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AqeelToberia Photography LLC 

5.0

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

Aqeel is a photographer from NJ specializing in Weddings/Engagements, Maternity, Headshots, Fashion, and Portraits. Aqeel has shot nearly 50 weddings and has worked as a freelance photographer for several studios in the tri-state region.

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I have had the privilege of working with Aqeel over the past four years. Working with Aqeel Toberia Photography LLC has been an outstanding experience. Aqeel's professionalism and dedication to providing top-notch service shine through in every project. His photography skills are truly remarkable, capturing moments with elegance. Aqeel's approachable and committed nature makes working with him a true delight. I wholeheartedly recommend Aqeel Toberia Photography LLC for unparalleled wedding photography.
Visil Photography, a year ago
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MoonTide Media 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $850
  • 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., 2 months ago
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Datura Photo 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic 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 was absolutely wonderful from start to finish. Not only did she do an amazing job capturing our day, but my partner and I really enjoyed getting to know her and share our story. She made us so feel so comfortable and beautiful throughout the day and we are blown away by every picture. She is truly a one of a kind storyteller. Run don’t walk to book her!
Faith D., 5 months ago
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Lavandula Studios 

5.0

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

Heya! My name is Ali Gidley! Owner & Photographer of Lavandula Studios, We're a full-service Photo & Video team passionate about bringing our unique perspective, to capture all the raw emotion and love between you and your loved ones. Imagine looking back on your photos & videos and remembering exactly how you felt at that moment. To truly relive that day. Intimate, fun, and full of love We strive to give you memories that will last a lifetime, to help you slow down and soak in every moment as well! Because it's an honor and a privilege to be the one to provide such a meaningful service to you.

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Ali was our photographer for our wedding on August 24th. We absolutely loved her and loved our photos! She was so helpful the entire day, hyping us up while taking our photos, making sure we had water, helping us pose, you name it! We got our sneak peeks back and they are STUNNING! We love our photos so much!! We will definitely recommend Ali to anyone who needs a photographer.
Isabelle B., 2 months ago
Wide Eyed Studios 

5.0

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

Ashley (she/they), owner of Wide Eyed Studios, is a Philadelphia-based luxury wedding photographer. She specializes in engagement shoots, boudoir, rehearsal dinner coverage, elopement, local and travel weddings, as well as day after portrait sessions. WES offers versatile packages & pricing; reach out and speak with Ashley about your needs.

Ashley is the BEST!! She did my wife and I’s engagement and wedding photographs. They are the best photos we’ve ever had taken of us. Every single photo of us is so raw but perfect and showcases our love in a way I had never seen captured! She also did my parents wedding photos and they are even more amazing(which I didn’t think was possible). I have seen some one off photos over the years kind of capturing the love my parents had (they had been together my entire life and then some aka 38 years before their wedding in 06/24). But every photo Ashley had taken that night managed to capture a glimpse of love that was so fleeting in the captured moments we had! I have no idea how she managed to capture that in every shot but she has a truly magical vision that can do that. It’s the only thing I can come up with! you will never regret booking with Ashley and you deserve to see all the emotions she can capture!
Sammy H., 3 months ago
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Dj Harrington Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • 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.

Dj Harrington Photography are amazing kind hearted down to earth people that are very skilled in the photography field. We are so happy with the end results of every single photo shoot we book with them, so of course they had to do our wedding also. Dj and Ashley captured our wedding and all the special moments way beyond my hopes and dreams. Not only did they make us feel comfortable, but they made our guests feel comfortable in front of the camera as well. We had a long distance wedding, on the other side of Michigan and Dj and Ashley were there for every moment. They listened to us and our visions for the pictures and gave us the wedding pictures of our dreams. We had our edited sneak peaks that same night and the rest of the pictures less than a week later. We are so beyond lucky to have had them photograph our wedding and so would you if you hired them.
Gabrielle J., 3 months ago
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Anthony Simmons Photos, LLC 

5.0

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

Welcome to my photography world! I'm Anthony Simmons, a passionate photographer capturing life's cherished moments. Originally from New Jersey, I now reside in sunny Florida. With 16 years of experience, I love freezing raw emotions and unique stories in portraits and weddings. Let's create art that reflects your essence. Trust and client relationships are vital to me, ensuring exceptional photographs that exceed expectations. Whether it's heartfelt portraits or your magical wedding, I'd be honored to be part of your story. Contact me, and let's embark on this incredible journey! Willing to travel!

Anthony and I have worked together on multiple weddings, styled shoots, and side projects - I am never disappointed! Not only is Anthony one of the most genuine, accommodating, driven, and calming people. He is also a very talented photographer with quick editing capabilities and a keen eye for capturing timeless images. Ever worried about a punctual photographer? In the Facebook Bridal Groups and hear the HORROR STORIES? Well, if you’re wondering who you should book amongst hundreds of options, look no further. I guaranteed you’ll be happy with your choice!
Mindset Makeup Co, 4 months ago
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ap FILM & PHOTO 

5.0

  • Starts at $2,600
  • Serves River Forest, IL for additional fees

I’m Ashlee - owner of ap FILM & PHOTO and I’m so glad you found me! Based out of Cedar Rapids (born, raised and stayed) but I’m down to go anywhere our hearts desire. My photography style is joyous, candid and it looks moody and bright all at the same time. If that’s what you’re after - let’s get started!

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Ashlee is the best to work with. I can’t wait to see the rest of my album, I’m already giddy with the sneak peak! She was absolutely everything I wanted in a photographer and more. My husband wasn’t wanting pictures, but during the wedding and afterwards, he was so grateful we had Ashlee capture it. Her style was what I was dreaming of, and if you’re worried about posing, she helps coach your poses. Our wedding was a fantastic day, and she’s one of the reasons it was.
Katie W., 5 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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