The Best Wedding Vendors in Shirley, IL

The Best Wedding Vendors in Shirley, IL

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507 Wedding Vendors in Shirley, IL

Kirsten Wray Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Shirley, IL

Hi, I’m Kirsten, the creative heart behind Kirsten Wray Photography! Since 2008, KWP has been capturing life’s most amazing moments, right here in Indianapolis and beyond. After earning my Bachelor of Fine Arts from Ball State University, I followed my passion for photography to the vibrant city of Indy, where I’ve been telling stories through my lens ever since. Whether it's local events or adventures across the globe, I’m all about creating stunning, authentic images for my incredible clients. Let’s make magic together!

Kirsten Wray Photography was absolutely fantastic to work with for our wedding. From the very beginning, Kirsten's communication style was direct, effective, and genuinely sweet - she immediately put us at ease as a couple who doesn't usually love being in front of the camera. Despite having a huge family that was challenging to wrangle, Kirsten was professional, prompt, and thorough in getting all the group shots we wanted. The finished photos are of excellent quality and editing, capturing all the special moments of our day in a way that exceeds our expectations. Kirsten went above and beyond to deliver amazing photos, and we couldn't be happier with the results. We highly recommend Kirsten Wray Photography to any couple looking for an exceptional wedding photography experience.
Sephrah, a month ago
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Pluvia Studios 

5.0

  • Videographer
  • Cinematic style
  • Serves Shirley, IL

Pluvia Studios is a wedding videography and photography company that is passionate about strong story-telling. We extract the best elements for our couples and curate an unforgettable viewing experience. Contact us directly to customize your desired wedding film package.

Pluvia Studios was an exceptional choice for our wedding videography. Their communication style was very responsive - they promptly replied to all of our texts and calls, making the planning process seamless. The quality of their work was truly professional. Even with our short notice, their team was able to accommodate our needs and captured our special day beautifully. Jaydee and his crew provided excellent coverage, ensuring they got all the important moments. They were a pleasure to work with, and Jaydee was always just a click away, answering our questions without delay. We are thrilled with the final video, which elevated our simple wedding into something truly extravagant. We are so grateful to Pluvia Studios for making our wedding day extra special.
Khristine, 2 months ago
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Deluxx Productions 

5.0

  • Videographer
  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $10,000
  • Serves Shirley, IL

Introducing DeLuxx Productions, led by me, Malcolm, an expert wedding videographer. I capture the natural flow of your day, preserving heartfelt moments in cinematic perfection. No intrusion, just genuine documentation. With an easy-going approach, I create a relaxed atmosphere, adding to the joyous celebration. By understanding your vision, I deliver a film that exceeds expectations. DeLuxx Productions crafts exceptional wedding videos you'll treasure. Let me create a cinematic masterpiece, capturing every emotion of your extraordinary day.

My experience with Deluxx Productions was nothing short of great. The entire process was seamless. Malcolm really cares not only for your special day but for your vision. Turnaround time was excellent and the footage was breathtaking! Would recommend to anyone wants to capture their special day !
Chanelle C., a year ago
Maloch Media 

5.0

  • Videographer
  • Storytelling style
  • Serves Shirley, IL

I became indulged in the story-telling of my wedding couples. Being surrounded by the excitement, sometimes nervous couples, and their loving families and friends made the filming such a rush. Then to have the honor to edit a film where their personalities and love shine through is the greatest privilege. I want to take them on a journey back in time to the most epic day where they laugh and cry with all their family and friends. I make films that last the ages. I love to think about how my couples might show their kids or even grandkids someday.

Trevor was simply amazing! After searching for weeks for the perfect videographer, we finally found Trevor Maloch. We wanted someone that we not only connected with, but also someone who was fun and pleasant to work with and that’s exactly what Trevor was for us. His pricing and packages were within our price range. Maloch Media provided us exactly what we were looking for in our wedding video and that was to make us feel like we were reliving the biggest day of our lives. We highly recommend Maloch Media. We promise you, you will not be disappointed! Thank you Trevor and Amanda for playing a huge part on making our day so perfect! Best, Theresa & Roxana
Theresa D., a month ago
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Hungry Heart Films 

5.0

  • Videographer
  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Shirley, IL

We’re Hungry Heart Films, a husband and wife wedding team in Chicago. We believe the best wedding films are unexpected and sincere, the kind of film that can transport you back to the feeling of that awesome day every time you watch it! Your vibe as a couple is unique and your wedding film should be too! We capture your day as it naturally unfolds, whether you're on the quiet side or throwing a rager to remember.

We're so happy we booked Brian and Rebecca of Hungry Heart!! They were both so open, honest, and answered all of questions before we even had a chance to ask them. We both don't love being in front of a camera and were worried about having both a photographer and videographer at the wedding, but Brian and Rebecca were so respectful of our space. They were the perfect combination of warm, approachable, and professional. Our final film is so beautiful, we've already watched it a million times. Thank you both so much!
Kaley and J., 2 years ago
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Alison Miller Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,300
  • Serves Shirley, IL

Heyyoo! I'm Alison! I am a central Illinois based photographer serving central Illinois and beyond. I shoot seniors, families, couples, and mostly weddings! I have been doing photography professionally for several years now. I have had sessions and weddings all over the US and I am willing to travel! I love meeting new people and seeing how they love each other! I enjoy the outdoors (farm raised gal right here!), admiring art, online shopping, plants, good ice cream, traveling, and spending time with my friends and family. I married my best friend, Cole, in 2018 and we have a 4-year-old and one year old daughter that are so much fun!

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Alison did amazing work on our wedding photos! She was incredibly friendly, enthusiastic, and easy to work with. Our conversations before the wedding day made me feel prepared and comfortable. I will be calling her first when I need a photographer.
Beckah, 2 years ago
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Debra Aslanidis Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves Shirley, IL
  • Offer

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

I had my session done by Debra and I felt so comfortable around her! At first, I was super nervous about how to pose and she told me what to do and I felt comfortable after that. I enjoyed every bit of the session and she gave me the edited photos within 3 days max which is awesome! I love the photos and the way she makes you feel beautiful on your special day! :) I highly recommend her for any kind of shoot that you have!
Kimmy & B., a year ago
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Milkweed Moments 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $2,600
  • Serves Shirley, IL
  • Offer

Homeschoolin, Home birthin, and Holistic mama that loves to capture Life and Love in it's truest moments and forms. My business has been a decade in the making from falling in love with photography in high school, to now... My love for Milkweed and my time spent living in Iowa has inspired my business name. I used to live near a conservation center with fields of milkweed. My children and I spent many days enjoying this haven of beauty and were blessed to see thousands of Monarch butterflies migrate to the Milkweed. I realize how fleeting these moments are and would love to capture your story!

So easy to work with and professional! My labor went very quickly so photos were in the immediate postpartum. I love how each detail was captured so intimately to tell the story, so I can look back on those moments. She respected the environment and helped in any way to make sure I felt cared for-above and beyond being a photographer. We also did some newborn/family photos a few days later and she was very patient with my full of energy toddler, all while capturing the sweet details of our newborn. All of the photos are beautiful!! When I asked for a few edits to the gallery it was done and updated for me quickly.
Paige S., 4 months ago
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Kelly Slaven Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves Shirley, IL

I have been shooting professionally for nearly ten years throughout Indiana--though I am very eager to travel with my camera! I bring a creative, moody vibe to my photographs that aim to tell your story in it's own unique beauty. I love helping tell & creating stories, and have held various day jobs from newspaper reporter to behavioral therapist. I know that my job touches almost as heavily in service as it does in the arts, and utilize all of my qualities to work with all of your vendors so that YOU have the best day possible!

Kelly is a dream photographer for a planner like me. After meeting at a bridal show, she approached me to help her get a styled shoot idea she had for years executed and it was such a dream and honor to be asked. Kelly is very easy to communicate with while knowing just when to (kindly and graciously) take charge and run the show to let her work shine through. She presented her ideas clearly with flexibility to let my style and touch shine through. I am positive she would be any couples dream to work with on their big day. Cannot recommend her enough!!
Maggie O'Heran, 3 years ago
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Visual Reflection Video 

5.0

  • Videographer
  • Cinematic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Shirley, IL

Any talented wedding videographer can create a romantic cinematic wedding film of your wedding but there's so much more to a wedding day than that. While we craft our videos around the love you share, the fun you have when it's just the two of you as well as the celebration with your family and guests is what really makes each story so unique. So, as you'll notice in the examples above, no two wedding highlight videos are the same. We do our best to customize each wedding video we create to fit the couple we're working with as well as the flow of the wedding day, which will allow you to relive your day the way that it actually happened!

Visual Reflection Video was one of the best wedding videographers I've ever worked with! Their communication was consistent, prompt and professional throughout the entire planning process. The quality of their work and value was truly amazing - they were so knowledgeable and went above and beyond to make our special day perfect. When our photographer no-showed, the videographer took the initiative to use his own camera to capture some getting ready photos of us, even though it wasn't in our contract. He really took control of the situation and made me not worry about a thing. Visual Reflection Video will exceed your expectations and deliver an incredible final product that you'll treasure forever!
Ashley, 3 months ago
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Kay Warner Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,900
  • Serves Shirley, IL

I document love for a living, and what drives me is capturing authenticity in the moments that I am privileged to become a part of with my clients. I've been photographing weddings for over a decade. I know how to make you look good, and how to take away the "overwhelmed" fake vibe most couples feel and replace it with meaningful photos in 1/250 of a second.

With the day just being insane. There were so many times Kay checked in on me which made me to make sure I was okay, really made me take a breath throughout the day and made me feel special. We did our engagement pictures at a brewery and she was super creative with the pictures. For our wedding day I sent her my Pinterest board and she went for all the pictures I wanted. I’m so excited to see what they all look like. Even her second shooter seemed like she was everywhere. Start to finish the whole process was so easy to work with Kay. With so many vendors having one you vibe with is important and it was all there. 10/10 recommend her, & the team she has.
Nicole R., 8 months ago
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Gray Photography Company 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,800
  • Serves Shirley, IL

Hello, I am Nicole Gray. An Illinois based wedding, elopement and portrait photographer. My style is mostly candid and non-obtrusive. My goal is to photograph your story in an emotional, creative and natural way, to tell your story like it is, without a lot of intervention. However, I do love dramatic images with a editorial flair and will give guidance when needed. Whether you are having an intimate gathering with your closest family and friends or having a huge party, we want to be there and give you the images that reflect you!

Awarded Best of Zola
Nicole and Michael went above and beyond for our wedding in Mexico. Not only did they travel all the way to Mexico for us, but when it poured down rain on our wedding day, they took extra time from their vacation to take even more photos of us a few days after our wedding. I told Nicole that I didn't want basic wedding photos, I wanted art, and she delivered! We plan to continue using Gray Photography Company for all of our family photos and future milestones. Cannot recommend them enough!
Hannah + S., 2 years ago
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Golden Bridal Design 

4.0

  • Beauty professional
  • Starts at $978
  • Serves Shirley, IL

We are a team focused on beauty and empowerment! We love providing high quality service as well as an experience to remember for a lifetime. Each of our stylists and artists specialize in bridal beauty and work full time with Brides. We have serviced 400+ brides and understand what it takes to make each client feel heard and taken care of.

I cannot say enough good things about Jayme and Sophia. Jayme did my hair and everyone else’s, and I just cannot even believe how amazing my hair came out. She made me feel like a movie star and it was flawless and stayed all night even after partying hard. My bridesmaids looked amazing too— they all loved their hair and everyone thought they looked beautiful— Sophia did the makeup for my bridesmaids and all the same applies— just stellar beyond belief. On top of that, golden bridal was a joy to work with. Communication a was great, schedule was on time, and Jayme is just plain cool and nice. So happy!
Amanda M., 2 years ago
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DRS MUSIC, INC 

5.0

  • Band/dj
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Shirley, IL

David Rothstein Music was started in 1999. David believes each couple/client deserves to get exactly what they need for their specific event. DRM has a wide variety of ensembles and song choices to make every event meet and exceed your expectations!

We always ranked the music as the number one priority for our wedding, and we’re so glad we entrusted David Rothstein Band to bring our party to life. Planning a wedding during Covid had many challenges, including not being able to see the band live, but thankfully, David has so many live videos available where we can see the entertainment his band delivers day in and day out. Those videos, along with David’s passion for his work, made us confident to chose his team to make our day special. For our wedding, we had a classical duo during the ceremony, a pianist during cocktail hour, a jazz trio during dinner, and an incomparable 10 piece orchestra to dance the night away. From the first note to the final encore, we were BLOWN AWAY with the talent and energy that the band brought. We had a few special requests for the night - from a unique arrangement for our ceremony processional to a mashup of New York songs during the reception - and David’s team was beyond accommodating. We had dancing for 3 hours straight and not once did anyone leave the floor - the band was able to feel the energy in the room and chose the right song for the moment. I stumbled across the ingoing setlist after the party and was actually surprised to see that the band didn’t even stick to the songs they had picked - a sign that they adjusted based on what the crowd was loving. It’s been nearly a month since the big day and people keep telling us how amazing the music was, and we can’t stop watching the many videos David took from the night, reliving the magic that his band created. If you’re thinking about which band to have for your wedding, look no further than the David Rothstein Band - you won’t be disappointed!!
Paige T., 3 years ago
Shawnee Custalow Studios 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,700
  • Serves Shirley, IL

We are passionate about photographing kind-hearted people who are unapologetically themselves, and creating a safe and beautiful space in the wedding world for LGBTQ+ folx. Our favorite people to work with believe in giving back to their communities, that black lives always matter, that climate change is you know...real, and choose to embrace their own unique quirks and talents.

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Shawnee was an unbelievable photographer and such a special part of our wedding weekend. From the moment we reached out to her to getting our pictures, she has been incredibly communicative, easy to work with, and deeply kind. She made us feel so at ease and taken care of at our Rehearsal Dinner and on our wedding day. She not only allowed us to be our fullest selves but also encouraged capturing us in ways that felt authentic and not stuck in expected wedding photos or gender roles. She captured our guests so beautifully too, particularly the kids who were in our wedding. Everyone's personalities shone through so wonderfully and the picture are absolutely stunning. We cannot believe how many and how incredible each and every photo is. We cannot recommend Shawnee enough!
Sasha F., 2 years ago
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Destination Weddings Travel Group 

5.0

  • Planner
  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $1
  • Serves Shirley, IL
  • Offer

Destination Weddings is an award-winning company specializing in helping couples choose the perfect venue for their celebration in Mexico, the Caribbean and beyond, and then assisting with all of the group's travel arrangements. We also work with you and the onsite wedding coordinator at your resort to create the wedding package of your dreams, from the ceremony decor to the reception entertainment (and everything in between)! Upon creating a profile with us, you'll be paired with a Certified Destination Wedding Specialist who will be with you the whole way and ensure your vision comes to life.

Destination Weddings Travel Group was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding. From the very beginning, they provided quick replies to all of our questions and requests, making the planning process seamless. Their high-quality service and exceptional value were evident throughout, as they took great care of us and our guests every step of the way. The attention to detail and personalized touches they brought to our special day truly made it an unforgettable experience. We couldn't recommend Destination Weddings Travel Group more highly to any couple planning their dream wedding.
Amanda & D., 15 days ago
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Rachael Marie Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $3,900
  • Serves Shirley, IL

At the end of the day, all we have are the stories told about us and the ones we write about ourselves. I love writing about the musings of life and sharing my thoughts with others in conversation and social media posts. I constantly document my own life so I don't forget the big or little moments. Every time I travel to somewhere new I love connecting with those who cross my path, and yet I equally love coming home to my dog. TLDR: sentimental soul, avid movie goer, mental health advocate, and decent chocolate chip cookie maker.

where do i even begin? we were so blessed to have Rachael with us on our special day. we hired Carissa for our wedding photography & chose to have her bring an extra shooter with & BOOM! we somehow got blessed with Rachael as our bonus. i could go on about everything from her amazing personality, the positivity & happiness absolutely exuding from her at all times, her killer taste in music, the sheer talent that is her photography skills (both behind the camera & assisting in posing with such ease), to the way she somehow makes it feel like an old friend is with you every step of your wedding day (even if it’s the first day you met her), wrapping you in her beautiful scarf to keep you warm between photos & the ceremony because you were shivering, & is even willing to join your friends and family on the dance floor amidst capturing the most amazing memories for you. never did i feel rushed, if anything she helped me keep my cool about my timeline & helped ease so much of my anxiety about it. okay, i know what you’re thinking, “amy this seems like an excessive rant for a wedding photographer.” BUT YOU DON’T UNDERSTAND!! our photography was one part of our wedding we were willing to splurge on, & if i hadn’t decided we absolutely needed a second photographer for the day then i would have never been absolutely blessed with Rachael. not only did she capture so many of our posed moments, but more importantly the candid moments that i was too busy spinning around like a maniac to notice & are now some of my favorite pictures. our photographers are one part of our day that i will FOREVER absolutely rave about to everyone & always recommend to future brides because i want them to be able to experience the same beautiful souls & genuinely perfect encounter i got that day. Rachael is the kind of person you want to reach out to when you’re thinking about future photoshoots, & who makes you want to do photoshoots just for an excuse to get to experience both her presence & her absolute talent again. if you were debating hiring Rachael, PLEASE don’t second guess it. you will NOT be disappointed. (did i mention the photos she delivered are simply out of this freakin’ world?! because OH MY GOODNESS GRACIOUS!)
Amy Cat S., 10 months ago
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ValCinema Weddings | Photo 

3.0

  • Photographer
  • Starts at $2,250
  • Serves Shirley, IL

ValCinema Weddings was founded in 2017 by two people with a passion for making wedding videos with a cinematic feel available within the SouthEastern regional area. Fast forward to 4 years later, and ValCinema is now a fast growing, full-service wedding videography and photography business with the goal to make beautiful story-driven, cinematic wedding films available to everyone across the United States. Because Everyone Deserves To Remember their wedding day.

ValCinema Weddings Photo was an absolute pleasure to work with from start to finish. They were quick to respond to all of our questions and inquiries, and did an amazing job of putting us at ease throughout the entire process. The quality of their work was truly spectacular - the photos they captured of our special day are breathtaking and we couldn't be happier. On top of that, we felt like we got an incredible value, as their services were very reasonably priced. ValCinema Weddings Photo helped make our wedding day run so smoothly and efficiently, and we are so grateful for the incredible memories they were able to capture for us.
Phaedra V., a month ago
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Blush and Briar 

5.0

  • Videographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Shirley, IL

We are based out of Chicago and look forward to capturing your special day in the windy city! We cover most venues within 2 hours of downtown. If you're unsure if we cover your location then reach out!

I was a bit hesitant of picking something that was a team because I was worried it wouldn't be personal and I wouldn't be cared for because there was no connection. I was so wrong! The team that I had of my two videographers day of were so cool. They were like this comforting presence I had around me all day that were fun to talk to but also just totally in the background not giving me any hassle. The team shot an amazing video, and even with some weird mic issues during the ceremony they somehow edited it like nothing ever happened. I have this beautiful video that captured my most special moments of the day all thanks to Blush and Briar.
Robin, 24 days ago
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Felix and Fingers Dueling Pianos 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Serves Shirley, IL

Felix and Fingers is the highest rated dueling piano company in the country. It is a full service, all-inclusive, events entertainment option specializing in wedding, corporate, social, and fundraiser events. We are an organization of highly talented individuals trained to accommodate your wedding needs with professionalism and fun. Should you need background music, no problem! Emcee the introductions… done! Whatever you want playing, we take care of it! Live or DJed, When it’s time for everyone to hit the dance floor, F&F will get your guests dancing, with every show being unique and tailored to you and your guest's requests!

Felix & Fingers was the best addition to my wedding! We had a BLAST. It’s the best mix between a live band and sing along karaoke (but you don’t want your uncle to get the mic, you know?). They did beautiful ceremony music, incredible sax jazz during cocktail hour to keep it classy. Then, they kept everyone engaged and entertained for the reception, from my aunt in a walker to my college friends twerking. We danced the night away but lost our voices from screaming along with the songs too. 10/10 you can’t go wrong with dueling pianos - DJs and wedding bands are out, Felix & Fingers is IN!
Kelsey S., 9 months ago
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Moonlight Entertainment, Il 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $800
  • Serves Shirley, IL

Moonlight Entertainment, IL. offering D.J., Karaoke, Lights & Sound Service for all occasions. D.J. service for over 38 yrs. experience with over 46,000+ songs to choose from Top 40, Pop, Oldies, Country, R&B, and Funk. We now offer over 40,000+ Karaoke Songs to choose from. We are available for Weddings, Reunions, Birthday Parties, and Anniversary Parties. We can do sound for your event, and your special speakers. Serving Illinois, Indiana, Missouri, Michigan, Ohio & Kentucky Area.

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As a venue owner, I certainly have come to realize the value of a professional DJ who is reliable, experienced and knows how to create the desired atmosphere for the event. John, Troy & Chris are our A-team!
Jill Mattingly, 3 years ago
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Yazz Events 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Serves Shirley, IL

Yazz Events has been bringing exciting music experiences for clients since 2010! Owned by Amy Yassinger, Yazz Events specializes in customizing musical options! Both party orchestras are led by women and play ALL genres of music from Top 40 to Country to Disco to Swing to Bubble Gum Pop to Sinatra, to 50s/60s/70s/80s/90s/00s to Motown to EVERYTHING in between: -Yazz Jazz the Experience (led by Amy) -Heat Wave Orchestra (led by Brooke) -Yazz Jazz Strings plays Classical/Romantic Pop/Disney/Movie Themes -Yazz Jazz Swings plays the Great American Songbook, Blues, R & B and more -Pro DJs/emcees!

We were deciding between a couple bands and after meeting with Amy we knew that they were the one almost immediately. She met with us in person and made it clear from the start that they would do what they could do deliver the performance that we wanted. They did not disappoint! Communication was clear from the get-go, and the band was incredible on the wedding night. Nobody left the floor once they started playing. You will not regret booking Yazz Jazz!
Chris and S., 4 years ago
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Pluvia Studios 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Shirley, IL

Pluvia Studios is a wedding photography and videography company that is passionate about strong story-telling. We extract the best elements for our couples and curate an unforgettable viewing experience. Contact us directly to customize your desired wedding photo and/or video package.

Pluvia Studios was a fantastic choice for our wedding photography. From the very beginning, their communication was prompt and professional. Jaydee and his team were incredibly accommodating, even with our short notice request. On the day of the wedding, their attention to detail and ability to capture all the special moments was truly impressive. The final photos exceeded our expectations - a simple wedding ceremony looked truly extravagant thanks to their expert skills. Pluvia Studios provided an extra photographer to ensure no angle was missed, and even gave us an additional free hour of coverage. Jaydee was always just a phone call away, answering all our questions without delay. We are so grateful to Pluvia Studios for helping make our wedding day extra special.
Khristine C., 2 months ago
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Justine Bursoni Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Shirley, IL

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

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

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Shirley, IL

I'm a caretaker by nature. (Enneagram fan? I'm a 2w3) I love to laugh and am often told I have a calming presence. My friends tell me I have a huge heart and am a good listener. Except my husband says I am a horrible listener but I think that's just to him! I love cats, craft beer, burlesque and radical self care!

Awarded Best of Zola
I'm going to break this down as simply as possible...... Melissa is a dream come true. She is everything you could ask for in a photographer and SO MUCH MORE. She's professional, kind,an excellent communicator, and has the best creative eye. But that's not all that makes Melissa great; she has the ability to make you feel comfortable. My husband is a shy, introverted kind of dude - the kind who'd rather do household chores than pose in front of a camera and smile - and Melissa has this nature about her that made him feel relaxed and at ease to catch our best moments. All of that is just touching a little bit on the SKILL Melissa has. Besides her exceptional talent, she is a joy to be around, Melissa brightens a room! You can't help but feel like your best self around her... it makes for some really wonderful digital lifetime memories. Can't say enough about what a treasure Melissa is. 10 out of 5 stars, easy.
Melodee Pearson, 4 years ago
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RAS Travel Group 

5.0

  • Planner
  • Offers 4 services
  • Starts at $250
  • Serves Shirley, IL

RAS Travel and Planning Group is your one-stop shop for planning a wedding that is both luxurious and hassle-free. With years of experience in the travel and wedding industry, we offer a wide range of services, including destination weddings, honeymoons, room block coordination, bachelor/bachelorette parties, day of coordination, and full wedding planning packages. Our goal is to ensure that your wedding is a seamless and unforgettable experience.

Alison did an exceptional job as the day of coordinator for my wedding! She was an excellent communicator, ia extremely organized in a way my mostly type-A brain needed, helped me work through things I hadn't even thought of leading up to the big day, and was instrumental in making our wedding and reception a smooth, seamless process. At least, it seemed like that to me I had nothing to worry or stress about the day of, and I have to give her credit for that! My biggest regret is not having found her sooner, because I would've loved her assistance in planning our wedding and helping with travel arrangements for our out of town guests. Thanks again Alison, you were an integral part in our big day!
Saralyn N., 11 days ago
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Cassie & Frances Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,100
  • Serves Shirley, IL
  • Offer

Welcome to my world, where love stories unfold and memories are made. I'm Cassie, a passionate wedding photographer dedicated to capturing the authentic, heartfelt moments that make your relationship unique. With an eye for detail and a love for storytelling, I craft timeless, romantic images that take you back to the moments of your special day. My style is a fusion of classic elegance and genuine emotion, reflecting the beauty and individuality of each couple I work with . I’m a hopeless romantic at heart, and I believe that love is the greatest adventure of all. Let's tell your love story together!

Cassie was a wonderful wedding photographer! We loved the way our pictures turned out and will cherish them forever!!
Libby E., 3 days ago
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Eminent DJ Entertainment 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,300
  • Serves Shirley, IL

Eminent DJ Entertainment is a premier entertainment company that will make your special day a memorable moment for you and your guests. With our mixing talent, we maintain a packed dance floor. We are not the “Just Push Play DJs”. From announcements in both languages. English and Spanish, to mix both American and Spanish music. We love what we do. We will help plan your event to ensure we get all the details on how you would like your special day.

Juan was so professional and kind throughout our wedding planning process. With just the right amount of check ins leading up to the day, we felt like we had his full attention and personalized plan/set list for our wedding. On the day of, he checked in with us and even rolled with the last minute changes to our ceremony procession. Would definitely recommend to anyone planning an event!
Kelsey N., 2 months ago
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Wedding Love Film: BRIDAL STUDIO 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Shirley, IL
  • Offer

Hi! I’m Anthony Hagen, a wedding photographer dedicated to capturing the real moments that make each wedding unique. With years of experience, I focus on creating timeless images that tell your story—from big laughs to quiet glances. Every couple has a unique bond, and my goal is to reflect that authentically. Let’s connect and discuss how we can turn your vision into beautiful memories that you’ll cherish forever!

Super prepared with the right lens! And weather mishaps! Understood what he was talking about! Understood the cameras and the right angles to shoot at to get the best angles of what was taking place! His personality was easy to be combined with anyone he works with- easy going& fun!! Super helpful in any other part of the wedding if he is readybto go and other venders are not!!
Kathy Jean, 5 months ago
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Lydia McRae Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Shirley, IL

Hi! My name is Lydia and I'm a Nashville Wedding Photographer. While I'm based in Tennessee, I'm more than willing to travel well beyond that. My photography style is light, bright and true to life. My goal is to make you feel at ease in front of the camera and provide photos that you can cherish for the many years to come. We will always take traditional posed photos, but you can expect to receive lots of candid moments in your final gallery. Feel free to reach out and let me know more about you and your vision for your wedding day.

Lydia and her assistant Lanie photographed our wedding at my grandparent’s house. They were both prompt, friendly, professional, and they took the most BEAUTIFUL photos!! All of our guests enjoyed interacting with them, and I am seriously going to have a hard time narrowing down my top favorites because the photos are just fantastic. Lydia even delivered our gallery ahead of schedule! I highly recommend her :)
Haley, 5 months ago

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