The Best Wedding Vendors in West Chicago, IL

The Best Wedding Vendors in West Chicago, IL

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1000+ Wedding Vendors in West Chicago, IL

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The Archers 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,500
  • Serves West Chicago, IL for additional fees

We're Jack and Chelsea Archer, Omaha wedding photographers (who also happen to be married). We believe wedding photos should be equal-parts flattering, classic, and authentic. Before we pick up our cameras, we get to know each of our couples so we know who YOU are and what YOU want! Then we give you a wedding planning guide so you have allllllll the info you need about engagement sessions and wedding days. We want you to know all the secrets, maximize your time and opportunities, and get exactly what you want! We're honored to be voted Best of Omaha for 4 years running!

Awarded Best of Zola
Our photos with the Archers captured every moment uniquely, authentically, and beautifully. They captured all the genuine emotions and fun moments of our wedding day and I get happy tears just looking back at them. They’re very friendly, super professional, extremely kind, and always willing to go the extra mile for you. Forever grateful to them for what they did for us!
Mary Ellen W., 3 years ago
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Whimsy Nirvana Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $750
  • Serves West Chicago, IL for additional fees
  • Offer

I am a Wedding and Event Photographer from Fort Worth, Tx. I am new to Zola and I absolutely love it! I started in Family Lifestyle Photography in 2015 and now have recently fully transitioned to Wedding and Event Photography full time. Some events we photograph are: Bridal Showers, Rehearsal Dinners, Baby Showers, Gender Reveals, Sweet 16’s, and much more including Corporate Events. Our time spent together will be unforgettable and I promise you will make a friend for life with me! :)

We absolutely LOVED working with Erica. She was recommended by a dear friend to photograph our wedding as well as my bridals and she did so good! She is scheduled to shoot several of my friends events as well. We adore her and you are missing out if you don’t book with her! She is easy on the pocket book AND a joy to be around.
Michelle T., 5 months ago
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AVisuals 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,650
  • Serves West Chicago, IL for additional fees
  • Offer

Akiem has built a young and successful career as a content creator in the professional sports industry. He has worked with respectable brands including, USA Hockey, USA Soccer, NFL Flag, RISE and more. However, during 2020 COVID put a stop on sports, and that allowed him to discover a new passion- an undeniable love for wedding photography and videography “I want my clients to experience my love for creativity and storytelling through serving them on the most important day of their lives.”

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Akiem did an amazing job with our wedding photography. He was very flexible and accommodating and honestly fit right into our family vibe which made his presence more wanted. We are grateful that he captured our day and hope you will allow him to do the same for you! Do not hesitate to book him!
Jeriann, 6 months ago
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Multiplicity Wedding & Events 

5.0

  • Planner
  • Offers 7 services
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves West Chicago, IL for additional fees
  • Offer

Multiplicity Wedding & Events is a destination wedding planning company that believes in celebrating more and stressing less. Serving areas nationwide we’re dedicated to making your big day as seamless as possible. We help you embrace the moments that create everlasting memories and pride ourselves in aligning with your wedding vision and taking it to the next level. By leaving everything else to us, we ensure that your wedding day is a beautiful as you. We’ve got you—always!

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Planning a small destination wedding in Key West from Tennessee felt overwhelming, especially with a short timeline and tight budget. But from the moment I found Lynn, everything changed. Within two days, she had secured all our vendors and stayed in constant communication to keep things running smoothly. Then, just when things got stressful—a hurricane hit Florida the day before we were supposed to fly out! Our flight was canceled, and I was panicked. Lynn called me and remained so optimistic! She helped me stay calm and reassured me we'd make it, and thankfully we were able to fly out the day before the ceremony. On our wedding day, Lynn communicated mostly with family members who were there to minimize any stress on me, which I greatly appreciated. The setup and decor were better than I could have ever imagined and everything flowed perfectly. Lynn took my vision and brought it to life, completely exceeding my expectations. If you need a wedding planner, Lynn is it. She’s professional, caring, and works magic to make your day unforgettable. You can tell she loves what she does, and it truly shows in every detail!
Alyssa, 17 days ago
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Silvia Gilbert Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves West Chicago, IL for additional fees
  • Offer

I am a caffeine addict who never sleeps. I love a good thunderstorm and playing Candy Crush for the brain breaks. I adore all kinds of dogs, but I have a special love for German Shepherds. My all-time favorite thing is to sit by the fire with a glass of good cabernet or watch the ocean waves hit the beach. I love to garden and to build things (but I let my husband to finish all my projects LOL). I enjoy good food and will likely refer to a stand up comedy routine at least once in a conversation. I am also a football mom, lacrosse mom and basketball mom. Wife to a very understanding husband and emotional support person for my big puppies.

I've worked with Silvia numerous times as my 2nd shooter. She has been wonderful to work with. Not only does she take beautiful but she also cares deeply about the couples we've worked with. Her communication is amazing and always bring fresh ideas! I love working with Silvia!
Danielle L., 2 months ago
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Lily in Bloom 

5.0

  • Florist
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves West Chicago, IL for additional fees

Hi! Thanks for stopping by. My name is Tori Bennett and I am the owner of Lily in Bloom. I opened this business in the beginning of 2022 to support my growing family. I had just recently given birth to my daughter and I wanted to be able to stay home with her. So, I quit my job and opened a business working with something I absolutely love: FLOWERS! They can play such a key role and have so much impact in people’s most important days. I love that I have the opportunity to play a part in that!

As a bride I was so nervous to trust someone with the vision of my floral arrangement for my wedding BUT LET ME TELL YOU….TORI CRUSHED! She completely understood each detail, color scheme, and florals I was going for - I still get compliments on my arrangements to this day! She’s hits it out of the park every time - 100% in my book
Tatiana B., 5 months ago
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Danielle Leeanna Photo LLC 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves West Chicago, IL for additional fees

Oh heyyyy! I'm Danielle but you can call me Dani. And it's more than a job to me to capture beautiful moments. I just have to say I'm so JAZZED you here! I'm a Michigan-based HOT MESS. I wish that could be my professional title. But if you must Wedding and Lifestyle Photographer is the professional version.

One of the best decisions we made! We’re so glad we picked Danielle to photograph our wedding. She also did our engagement pictures and they turned out amazing. She was super great with responding and making sure we got exactly what we wanted. 10/10 will be recommending to everyone planning a wedding!
Ashley L., 3 months ago
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A.R. Clark Media 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves West Chicago, IL for additional fees

Hello! My name is A.R. Clark. I am a photographer and videographer from Bangor, Maine. I love the joy that comes with capturing these magnificent days, and I aim to show everything about your wedding in gorgeous tones and lighting. My style is best described as vintage with influences from old hollywood. I have worked every type of wedding and I love to travel!

Awarded Best of Zola
Andrew did our engagement photos and they were totally different from what other photogs we had considered were doing. The work he gave back to us felt special, personal, and artistic. Truly one of a kind—he’s even traveling to the Southwest for our wedding and we highly recommend his work!
Ty D., a year ago
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Hans on Beauty 

5.0

  • Beauty professional
  • Team of 3
  • Starts at $250
  • Serves West Chicago, IL for additional fees

Hans on Beauty is owned by myself, Tricia Hans. I am the main service provider for Hans on Beauty, but also have a stellar team for bridal parties. My career in the beauty industry began at 18 while working at Bare Minerals. This is when I found my passion for makeup and decided to go to beauty school. I attended the Douglas J Aveda Institute of Knoxville.

Awarded Best of Zola
Tricia from Hans on Beauty was the best choice I could have made for a wedding day makeup and hair professional. She was so caring, talented and supportive, making me, my mom, the groom's mom, my grandma and maid of honor look absolutely stunning on our wedding day. We continue to get compliments on the pictures - Tricia's work was flawless and exceeded all of our expectations. I'm so grateful to have found such a wonderful beauty team to work with on my big day.
Nerea P., 3 days ago
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Mawaddah Productions 

5.0

  • Videographer
  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves West Chicago, IL for additional fees

Mawaddah Productions a women-owned videography company who has been dedicated to artistic and authentic storytelling worldwide for years. Specializing in wedding cinematography, Mawaddah Productions delicately crafts documentary heirloom films for romantics.

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I cannot thank Saja and Mawaddah Productions enough for producing the wedding film of my dreams! Saja was a joy to work with. She is exactly the type of person you want around you on your wedding day: calm, kind, and professional. Saja was proactive about communicating with my husband and I during the planning process and made an effort to get to know us and understand our hopes for our wedding day. The final film reflected that intentionality by showcasing the feelings and details of our day beautifully and authentically. Saja made us feel valued throughout the process of working with her, and went above and beyond by including some surprises with the delivery of our film. We will treasure our wedding film for decades to come.
Freya & Z., 8 months ago
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Madison Leigh Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,800
  • Serves West Chicago, IL for additional fees
  • Offer

Madison Leigh Photography was created in 2020, the mist of a pandemic. For two years they worked hard to create their business, capturing love stories all over! They thrive on connections and their goal is to capture candid moments and authentic emotions. They want to make sure they your love story is captured through every walk of life. Madison Leigh Photography works with couples to ensure that each part of their Wedding day and the Wedding Process is captured to showcase the couple and their love beautifully.

Awarded Best of Zola
Searching for a wedding photographer can be really overwhelming but finding Madison was the best thing that could have happen to us! She was absolutely amazing—so sweet and attentive. She took our engagement and wedding photos and we are blown away at her skills. All her photos turn out bright and beautiful, capturing every moment perfectly. My husband and I have different styles in photos but she took the time to understand our preferences and made sure to photograph everything just the way we wanted. We are very awkward in front of the camera and never know how to pose… but her instructions make it easy and seem like we are naturals. We 10000/10 recommend Madison as your wedding photographer. She’s a true gem!
Carla G., 3 months ago
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Sweet Buckets 

5.0

  • Cakes & desserts
  • Starts at $300
  • Serves West Chicago, IL for additional fees

We began as a concession company providing cotton candy at sporting events. In the fall of 2021, we extended our brand by starting our own manufacturing plant. Sweet Buckets was born as an option for customers and businesses to purchase Cotton Candy and Gourmet popcorns direct from our company.

Awarded Best of Zola
We had our wedding reception at a brewery and wanted some easy to eat sweet and salty snacks. These popcorn flavors were delicious, they sent us flavors to try before we decided. We chose 4 flavors and they shipped them right to our house. The popcorn buckets had our cute custom labels which they designed for us and looked PERFECT! We had tons of compliments on the popcorn. We ordered plenty and people were grabbing them to take home at the end of the night. A perfect snack after a few beers. Theu were very fast with the samples and the order too!
Lyndsey C., 6 months ago
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Kasey Fanton Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves West Chicago, IL for additional fees

I'm an Evansville, Indiana based wedding photographer that has been photographing weddings and couples for over 8 years! And I couldn't imagine doing anything else. This is where You come in!! My clients mean so much to me!! I want to give you the best wedding experience possible - because you deserve it! I want you to know that I care about your wedding day as much as you do! If you want to talk anything wedding (or life tbh), I'm your girl! I will be there for you every step of the way and can help you plan your timeline in a way that gives you tons of great images that you can look back on for generations to come!

Awarded Best of Zola
I would recommend Kasey 100x over. She has great a great attitude, super friendly, and her work is wonderful! As a wedding planner, it’s important for me to have trusted vendors to refer to my clients; I am pleased to recommend Kasey!
Jamie Brewer, 3 years ago
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Amarie J. Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves West Chicago, IL for additional fees

Priscilla has had the honor of capturing many beautiful weddings! From Orlando, Mount Dora, Daytona, Jacksonville, St. Augustine to California & Georgia. Every single wedding has allowed me to work with some amazing clients. Weddings allow me to tell a story through my work and that alone makes me smile when YOU trust me to be the eye behind the lens to capture those very important moments that can only be looked back at through photo/video. Once the "I DO's" are said, the champagne is poured, the cake is cut and you have danced the night away, memories and photos are all you will have to remember that very special day!

Awarded Best of Zola
Priscilla is such an amazing person! She goes above & beyond in what she does and it sure does show!!!! She is very professional and very detailed. I have worked at a few different weddings with her and her eye to capturing certain details no one would think of is crazy! The smallest detail turns into a great final product! I promise if you decide to book Amarie J. Photography to photograph your wedding day, you will NOT be disappointed.
DJ Reyes, a year ago
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Makarov.Video 

5.0

  • Videographer
  • Cinematic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves West Chicago, IL for additional fees

We are Aleksei and Victoria, a team of professional videographers. We are based in New York but shoot videos all over the world. Our experience in videography began in 2007, during this time we have done more than 1000 shoots. We mostly shoot weddings because we really enjoy it. We love it as much as other events, engagement videos, content shooting - this is only a small part of what we do.

From the start, they were incredibly attentive to our vision and offered creative ideas that perfectly captured our day. On the wedding day, they worked with such professionalism and subtlety, documenting every key moment and emotion without being intrusive. The final video is magical — emotional, beautifully shot, and perfectly edited. We can relive our day again and again, savoring each moment. Aleksei and Victoria are true masters of their craft, and we highly recommend them!
Alexandra K., 2 months ago
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Mae Krell Photo 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,250
  • Serves West Chicago, IL for additional fees

Hi! Nice to meet you! I'm Mae and I’m an elopement and intimate wedding photographer ready to capture your love story in its most authentic form! I'm born and raised in New York City and love to travel, and would love to connect with you!

We had a great experience with Mae! She made us feel so comfortable throughout the whole shoot and made sure we got a bunch of great photos in some gorgeous locations. Post-shoot she put in so much effort editing our photos to make sure they were perfect once they were turned around to us which didn't take long at all. Highly highly recommend Mae for any photoshoot needs you might have!
Claire F., 11 days ago
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Alex Kol Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,900
  • Serves West Chicago, IL for additional fees

I’m Alex, a wedding photographer with 10 years of experience. My approach blends classic elegance with a documentary style, capturing both posed and candid moments that reflect the authentic atmosphere of your wedding day. Whether it’s an intimate ceremony or a larger event, I’ve had the privilege of telling love stories through my lens. Clients appreciate my attention to detail and seamless process. From guiding you through natural poses to capturing spontaneous emotions, I ensure that every important moment is beautifully documented, creating a wedding album that you’ll treasure for years to come.

He captured all the important moments beautifully, and the photos were natural and stunning. He was professional, easy to work with, and delivered everything quickly. Highly recommend him for wedding photography!
Mary, 2 months ago
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Juneberry Media 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves West Chicago, IL for additional fees

I'm a love storyteller from Grand Rapids, Michigan. I primarily photograph weddings and engagements in and around the Midwest as well as destination weddings. I aim to tell love stories as honestly, candidly and uniquely as possible and I hope those attributes come across in my imagery. I firmly believe Love is Love and that everyone deserves beautiful images. I promise I will go above and beyond for you and be genuinely invested in your photographs far beyond just taking pictures. I've told hundreds of love stories and I hope to tell yours one day.

Awarded Best of Zola
It is really hard for me to put into words just how amazing Katie and her husband Matt are. We found them through our friends who used them for their wedding. We knew we wanted to do a destination wedding, and our friends had attended one the year before in Jamaica which Katie and Matt photographed. Because of that wedding, they chose them to be their photographer for their wedding in Michigan. After we saw the photos from the destination wedding and our friend's engagement photos we knew they would be perfect for us. After we saw our friend's wedding photos we knew made the right choice. Katie and Matt from the beginning were super helpful and were incredibly integral on our wedding weekend and day. When they arrived in Mexico, they met up with us and started to work immediately. They came to our rehearsal helping us decide where to put our camera for filming the ceremony and other helpful advice for the day of. They helped find the PERFECT first look location. On the day of the wedding, Katie and Matt were energetic and came ready to help put us to ease. Katie and Matt just have a way of making you feel at ease and then make you look like models. They did a great combination of classic portraits but a lot of candid photos mixed in (which were my favorites). They stayed through the our whole reception and the photos we got look out of a bridal magazine. We had a secondary shoot the day after as a Trash the Dress photo shoot, and the sunset photos we got look like post cards. The only down side of using Katie and Matt is that they gave us too many photos we want to print and get framed! Book them for your destination wedding (or Michigan wedding) and you will absolutely be making the best decision!
Stephanie B., 6 months ago
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Afterglow Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves West Chicago, IL for additional fees

Hey I'm Liz! I've been in business as a wedding and portrait photographer since 2015, and have had a camera in my hand since the days before digital. After nine years in the industry my brain is absolutely full of specific knowledge I can only use for weddings, so please please use me as a resource. I live outside Portland with my Husband, kids, dog and cat. In my free time you can find me at a Mexican restaurant, a Movie Theater, or in any body of water. As an aging Millennial I've also recently gotten into retirement hobbies like birding and gardening.

Awarded Best of Zola
Liz was so easy to work with. She took our engagement photos and wedding photos. During our wedding planning session as a bride I was all over the place but she was able to help figure out photos that were needed and set a timeline with me. On the day of our wedding, it seemed that time sped up and there was a million things to do. As our timeline didn’t go as planned, most weddings don’t, Liz was able to think on her feet and get a new timeline so we were able to get all of our shots in that we wanted and still be able to enjoy our wedding, dancing, guest and each other. After getting our photos back many of our family and friends mentioned how wonderful Liz was, her attention to detail and how they would love to use her in the future. Whenever we talk about future photo shoots that we want, Liz is always brought up and will be the first to call when we need new photos!
Julianne and J., 5 months ago
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Tawny Ballard Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,050
  • Serves West Chicago, IL for additional fees

I am a Chicago-based wedding + elopement photographer. I am available worldwide and love to travel! I document genuine moments for couples, no matter who they love. My images are the perfect mix of posed and photojournalistic, giving you gorgeous portraits without missing the important, candid moments you will want to remember for years to come. My approach to wedding days is simple: I want to make sure you have images of you two that you love and cherish and tell your wedding day story.

I came across Tawny a few years ago when she was tagged on another Instagram page that I followed. I was immediately drawn to her style, and her inclusiveness as a photographer. I knew someday, when the time came for me to get married, that Tawny would be on the short list. After getting engaged and beginning our vendor search, Tawny's attention to detail, and personalization of her services stood out amongst all the other inquiries we sent out. Something as simple as the personalized video she sent us after our initial inquiry, detailing her packages and what she felt would be best based on what we were looking for. When we finally met for our engagement shoot this past February, we had an instant connection! Tawny was so inclusive, and captured our vision so perfectly that we could not wait until wedding day! This past weekend, we had the pleasure of spending the entire day with her, and as a bride, the biggest piece of advice I can give other brides is to choose vendors who you vibe with, and want to spend your whole day with! I would get married a million times over if Tawny was going to be on my team!
Amanda W., 6 days ago
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Shots By Xyan 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves West Chicago, IL for additional fees
  • Offer

Xyan, the visionary behind Shots by Xyan Photography, is a passionate photographer with a keen eye for detail and a heart for storytelling. As both the owner and head photographer, Xyan brings a unique blend of creativity, expertise, and dedication to every project. With years of experience and a genuine love for capturing life's special moments, he ensures that each photo reflects not only the beauty of the moment but also the emotions and memories it holds. From weddings to family portraits, his commitment to excellence and personalized service shines through, making Shots by Xyan Photography a trusted choice for clients.

Xyan Photography captured the essence of our venue beautifully. Their attention to detail and creative eye resulted in stunning photos that truly showcased the beauty of our space. Working with them was seamless, and we couldn’t be happier with the final results. Highly recommend for any event!
Grace, 8 months ago
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Events by Wei Yuh 

5.0

  • Planner
  • Offers 5 services
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves West Chicago, IL for additional fees

As an event planner with over a decade of experience, I've had the privilege of helping countless couples create unforgettable celebrations. My passion lies in crafting personalized events that reflect your unique love story. From intimate ceremonies to grand receptions, I'm dedicated to ensuring every detail is perfect.

Alex helped make our last-minute decision to hire a photographer for our elopement incredibly easy and worthwhile. She helped to facilitate the initial meet-and-greet with the photographer and guided us through questions and considerations we didn't even know to ask. Her additional support on the day of contributed to a seamless experience and allowed us and our families to enjoy the photoshoot and all the memories we made. We're grateful to Alex for making our low-key wedding feel extra special!
Cici, a month ago
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Rhythm & Lights 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Serves West Chicago, IL for additional fees

SO Rhythm & lights was founded in 1989. And the premise is really simple, simple pricing that includes everything we got. We only have two add ons. If you need the ceremony, and if you want a photobooth. Our teams going to setup all the lighting, and give you their all every single time, because the price doesnt dictate if they do that. We got you covered from every aspect. We do not do hourly rates, so no need to worry about the smallest details. BEcause we worry about the smallest details. You can just have FUN at your wedding.

Rhythm and lights exceeded our expectations. They were easy to work with every step of the planning process and very helpful. As a nervous bride this was very important, their attention to detail throughout was a huge weight off my chest, knowing I didn’t have to worry about anything. Mitch was our dj and he was absolutely amazing. The reception flowed flawlessly and the dance floor was full all night. (Ask for Mitch) I can’t imagine how different my wedding would have been if I hadn’t booked Rhythm and lights! Literally the best ️. Thank you!!!
Lexie V., 4 months ago
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kelly jean creates 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves West Chicago, IL for additional fees

I find myself smiling behind the camera while the couples in front of me are having the time of their lives with each other. Whether it's your wedding day, proposal, or engagement shoot, the day is about you! Let's connect and capture some authentic moments together.

Kelly Jean Photography was the perfect choice for our small wedding. She was so willing to travel out of state for us which we are so thankful for! She was professional, yet made photos such a fun time for everyone. As non-photogenic people we were grateful for how naturally she was able to capture us. The quality of her work was lovely, and I look forward to having such beautiful photos to remember our day. I highly recommend Kelly Jean for any occasion!
Maria & T., 3 years ago
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Cayleigh Ely Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves West Chicago, IL for additional fees

I love mexican food, cats (and dogs!), and iced coffee. Books are my best friends, and I also double as a yoga teacher when I'm not doing photography related things. I have a weird obsession with fuzzy socks and I prefer movies over TV shows. Now on to the typical things you want to know about my journey in photography...I got my first camera in 2009 and basically haven't put it down since! I studied photography at Savannah College of Art and Design and started my freelance photography career when I graduated in 2016!

Awarded Best of Zola
She is the most talented and down-to-earth photographer and person! She was a breeze to work with and I never had a worry about her. She delivered the best pictures and her style fit mine perfectly! I am so so so happy we went with her and now my husband and I have our photographer for life!
Cassidy P., 2 years ago
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Beyond The Pines Photo + Video 

5.0

  • Videographer
  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves West Chicago, IL for additional fees

A Nationwide Award Winning Photo + Video Team of passionate storytellers located throughout the US and ready to capture your best day ever! We have a love for creating visual art and we pride ourselves in bringing out the real and raw human connection in our couples.

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We were very happy with Beyond The Pines Photo Video as our videographer for our wedding. Their communication throughout the planning process was great - they were responsive, professional, and made sure we had all the information we needed. On the wedding day, Alex did an excellent job capturing all the special moments and important details. The teaser video beautifully encapsulated the love and joy of our special day. We would highly recommend Beyond The Pines to any couple looking for a talented, dedicated videography team that genuinely cares about understanding your vision and bringing it to life.
Stephanie S., 4 months ago
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Ink & Opal Co. 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6,500
  • Serves West Chicago, IL for additional fees

You’ve probably heard the meaning of opal as, “precious stone,” or “queen of gems,” but we’re really focused on the reflected light that an opal emits (we’re photographers and videographers after all, we're kind of obsessed with light). We’re really here to be a light to our clients, meaning it’s our priority to show love to everyone because of the love that we have been shown.

Tiffany was a life saver - popping on over to Engadine, MI for a last minute Minimony celebration after our larger wedding was postponed due to the pandemic. I could not have been more happy with her general calmness/professionalism with the family and - more importantly - the beautiful photos I will cherish forever! She so perfectly captured our special afternoon - I am still in awe of her work! BOOK HER - it will be the easiest part of wedding planning <3 Congrats!
Kayla & O., 4 years ago
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Shira Marie Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves West Chicago, IL for additional fees

It doesn't matter if it's a lavish affair or if it's small & intimate, your wedding is a big deal! Weddings are crazy fun love filled days that go by so fast! You've put so much thought into this day & there are so many little details that will eventually fade. My job is to make sure you remember all the awesome little moments. If you're looking for an expert cake tester, who will keep your glass full AND constantly tell you how bomb you look, I'm your girl! I'm told I do a pretty great job at making people feel comfortable in front of the camera. So don't worry about being awkward, 'cause I get it & I gotchu!

Shira makes you feel so at ease while taking your photos. If you aren’t sure about how to stand, pose, or what to do with your hands, she easily and not awkwardly at all suggests what to do! She makes it fun and natural! Highly recommend! Shira is the best for all types of photo shoots! We’ve personally used her for family, wedding, and anniversary shoots. She’s amazing. 10/10!
Jessie D., a year ago
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Samantha Turco Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves West Chicago, IL for additional fees

With over 10 years of industry experience, my strengths clearly lie in wedding and portraiture photography. Whether you're a recently engaged couple looking for someone to preserve your journey from fiancés to newlyweds through photographs, an expectant Mama hoping to capture your maternity glow or simply wanting to document you and your loved ones during whatever special season of life you're in, I would love to hear from you, I specialize in all types of portraiture but I am renowned for my wedding and engagement photography above all else. Whatever your photo needs are, I would love to chat and find out if we're a good match.

We love Sam! She was so easy and fun to work with. I hate being the center of attention and taking pictures but she made me feel at ease the whole time. She made it fun and exciting! Her photos were beautiful and her communication was excellent.
Rebecca C., a year ago
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Lisa Shreffler Photography LLC 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Serves West Chicago, IL for additional fees

WELCOME! I'M LISA. And I am so glad you found my online home! There’s something magical about the sparkle in a man’s eye as he says “I do” to his bride. There’s something wondrous about the warmth of your husband’s comforting embrace after a long day at work. And there’s something simply delightful about the mischievous grin on a toddler’s face as they burst into laughter, telling their momma the best joke ever. (Spoiler alert: it'd probably be a bit inappropriate for the dinner table!)

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As a wedding floral designer, I work with all the local photographers and see many many client galleries. I have had the pleasure of working with Lisa quite a few times and she does fantastic work. She is friendly, kind and professional and her photos are always stunning. Just recently I was completely blown away by the images she sent over, as well as surprised by how quick her turnaround was. I always look forward to working with her on styled shoots and I know when my clients book with her, the photos will be excellent.
Kristine Evanson, 3 years ago
Samantha Halsey Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves West Chicago, IL for additional fees

I started photography as a second shooter with another local photographer and I fell in love with it. I love every aspect of my job, from meeting new people to editing photos. There truly is nothing better than getting a message from my clients about how happy they are with their images and how much it means to them. I have traveled to Colorado, California, New York, Florida, Alabama-- All over for weddings! I LOVE to travel for my work. So if you like my work, but realize I'm not close by, still reach out and let's talk!

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I am over the moon to share how amazing Samantha was as the photographer for my wedding! From the moment she arrived on the day of my wedding, she brought such positive energy and creativity. Samantha has an incredible talent for capturing the essence of each moment. She made everyone feel so comfortable, which resulted in the most natural and beautiful photos. Her friendly and supportive presence made the whole experience even more enjoyable. If you want a photographer who will make your special day unforgettable, Samantha is the one to call! Thank you, Samantha, for your phenomenal work and for capturing memories we'll cherish forever!
Alyssa O., 5 months ago
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Center Focus Media 

5.0

  • Videographer
  • Classic style
  • Serves West Chicago, IL for additional fees

We are a small video production company that specializes in creating beautiful wedding videos. We take our time to give you a video that will last a lifetime. We also include aerial footage of your beautiful venue that will be included into your video to give you the most of every moment of your day. We have our license for aerial videography to ensure that we capture your special day from every angle.

I hired Center Focus Media to video my wedding and they did a fantastic job. I cannot imagine using anyone else. Moving forward, I will most definitely hire them again for any future videography needs I may have. Not only was the quality of the work exceptional, the customer service and professionalism of Center Focus Media was unmatched. I have to admit I am not the easiest person to work with, but they were always kind and patient with me. I HIGHLY recommend their service!!
Christy W., 2 years ago
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Style Your Party 

5.0

  • Planner
  • Offers 6 services
  • Starts at $1,450
  • Serves West Chicago, IL for additional fees
  • Offer

At Style Your Party, we specialize in creating unforgettable events, turning your vision into extraordinary experiences. Whether it’s an intimate dinner, a corporate gala, a wedding, or a milestone celebration, we handle every detail with precision. From the theme to the décor, we bring your ideas to life while staying within your budget. Our goal is to make the planning process seamless and stress-free, so you can enjoy every moment. With personalized service and a commitment to excellence, we ensure that every event is a reflection of your unique style and needs.

I have been working with Style Your Party for 5 years as their baker and cake designer and I must say the level of professionalism, perfection at execution and amazing atmosphere at every single event is unmatched. Betsy pours out her heart and soul in every single event and I, as a vendor, can see it in the results and clients impressions. If you want an over the top, fabulous event, Style Your Party is the company to work with.
Little Treats b., 2 months ago
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Rooted Pine Media LLC 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves West Chicago, IL for additional fees
  • Offer

We are a husband and wife, photo + video duo based in Michigan. We got married in May of 2019 and started capturing special moments in 2020. In 2023 we welcomed our miracle baby, Henry, after 18+ months of infertility. If there is one thing that becoming parents has taught us, it is how fast time truly flies and how important it is to freeze each moment, bringing even more meaning and passion to this little biz of ours. When we aren't behind the camera, we are soaking in every memory with our boy and our wild animals at home. It is such a blessing to us, that you are here. We can't wait to meet you!

Rooted Pine Media was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding day. From our first interaction, their communication style was effortless, quick and kind, putting us at ease throughout the entire process. The quality of their work was truly exceptional - the high quality images they captured are ones we will cherish forever. They went above and beyond to make our special day perfect, including an engagement session and video that we loved. The cost was perfectly in our price range and we were over the moon with the final gallery, which perfectly captured the style and emotion of our wedding. We highly recommend Rooted Pine Media to any couple looking for a talented and professional photography team.
Danielle W., 7 days ago
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Sweet Lime Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves West Chicago, IL for additional fees

Hey, how cool of you to end up here. I promise not to bore you with a bunch of flowery language or over-the-top promises. I love to document real moments. Weddings, elopements, couples' shenanigans - you name it, I am here for it. I do this with a healthy dose of humor, a dash of sarcasm and a whole lot of heart. So if you're looking for someone to capture your story in all its imperfect glory, say something, let's make it happen.

Loy at Sweet Lime takes some great photos. He was a joy to work with and helped set the room up by providing a suggestion that none of the restaurant staff, or us, had thought of which ended up working swimmingly. The day of the wedding, he was present but also not too if that makes sense. He was kind enough to send us a couple preview shots while we impatiently/patiently waited. The photos are well worth the wait. I would be happy to recommend Sweet Lime Photography. You will not be disappointed in his service.
Jay C., 8 days ago
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Stef Mishica Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves West Chicago, IL for additional fees

Wedding and Portrait Photographer based in the Twin Cities, MN. Always down to travel. ↠ Ravenclaw ↠ Bibliophile ↠ INTJ ↠ Loud Laugher ↠ DogMama ↠ Nerd ↠ Crafter My favorite thing about what I do is human connection. Whether that’s me photographing the connection that you have with each other, or me making new connections with each one of my clients. I love it all and am elated when my cup runneth over.

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You'll be in good hands with Stef! She was fun and easygoing that made the entire photography process smooth! She also helped gather and direct our wedding party and guests for all the important photos. The final photos had great quality and perfectly captured the theme and feel of our wedding. We couldn't be happier with the work Stef did for our wedding!
Emily K., 2 months ago
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Ever Changing Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,900
  • Serves West Chicago, IL for additional fees
  • Offer

We are a mom/son team that prides ourselves on being storytellers capturing authentic, emotive, genuine moments shared on your special day. We strive to document the major memories and moments in-between,creating a visual narrative that couples can cherish & reminisce for a lifetime.

Ever Changing Photography was the perfect choice for our wedding photography. From the start, their communication was immediate, caring, and professional. The quality of their work was excellent, and they provided great value. On our wedding day, they demonstrated impressive organization and excellent listening skills, ensuring they captured all the special moments. Sara, the lead photographer, was wonderful to work with and her passion for her craft showed in the beautiful photos she delivered. We are thrilled with the results and highly recommend Ever Changing Photography to any couple planning their wedding.
Diane, a month ago
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Light Sky Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,600
  • Serves West Chicago, IL for additional fees

If you’re looking to hire a wedding photographer who can capture your big day in a “not so traditional” way, then you’re in the right place. We are Alternative Portraiture & Documentary Wedding Photographers based in sunny (and sometimes rainy) South Florida, and we like to think of ourselves as friendly, honest, and quirky (the good kind, we promise). We are creative beings at heart and love to tell stories unconventionally.

I'm an event planner that has worked with Erika since she first started her business. Her focus and hard work are the keystones to her success. Her photos are interesting, detailed, and totally unique. She has the ability to capture moments that are missed by most. Erika moves with the event and is flexible to ensure there is never additional stress, if anything she is a stress reducer. You can relax knowing that Erika is there to capture your day!
Keith Willard Events, 4 years ago
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Villa Films 

5.0

  • Videographer
  • Cinematic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves West Chicago, IL for additional fees

Vílla Films is a professional videography & Photography service for weddings. They are local to the New York Tri-State Area but are Destination Bound as well. With a customer-based approach to their filmmaking process, the team tells the tales of those saying “I do” in vivid, emotional detail. The group is celebrated for its cinematic style of production, which combines dramatic establishing shots with candidly capture footage of happy newly-weds. They strive to create films that are re-watchable time and time again and reflect couples’ personalities.

I HIGHLY recommend our videographer Justin at Villa films. Funny story was, we actually won a photo booth with him. That’s how we came across him and saw he also offered other services. We wanted to use him for one of his other services because we were so thankful for winning the photo booth. He just started in the wedding industry not too long ago, but he is an absolute dream to work with !! Even with eveything changing with COVID he has stayed consistent. Having our zoom meetings with him actually got me excited for our wedding again that we had in January. I was always able to reach him if I had any questions. My favorite thing was he worked with us and our budget. He would listen to everything that was impotent to us and what we wanted in the video. If your looking for videographers I would definitely talk to Justin. He is truly amazing at what he does!
Gina & S., 4 years ago
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Zest in Class 

5.0

  • Bar services & beverages
  • Starts at $340
  • Serves West Chicago, IL for additional fees

At Zest in Class, we believe every event deserves a touch of brilliance. Based in the heart of the Midwest, our event staffing company specializes in providing exceptional corporate event staff, event staffing, and convention staffing for sporting events, private functions, concerts, and more. Our mission is simple: to infuse every event with outstanding service and vibrant professionalism.

Working with Kristine at Bucky's Services is always a pleasure. The staff she provides are always on time, knowledgeable, professional and most importantly - know how to mix & serve alcoholic beverages responsibly. If you are in need of their services I highly recommend using Bucky's Services.
Badger Farms, LLC, 6 months ago
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Jay Dee Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $4,800
  • Serves West Chicago, IL for additional fees

A Charleston Wedding Photographer with a fierce love for storytelling, fostering memories and capturing those moments that you will want to treasure forever. I get to tell your story. And, I think that’s pretty cool. I love traveling everywhere and anywhere, talking with my hands, buying plants (and attempting to keep them alive), and spending as much time as I can with my loved ones. I have lived in Boston, Paris, and New York City, and am now lucky enough to call Charleston home, while also still traveling the world for my clients. You can usually find me on my back porch in downtown Charleston, right next to my favorite little park.

tldr: Jessica is amazing and I don’t think you can go wrong with her if this is the style of photos you like I had a lot of difficulty picking a photographer as I’m pretty picky with photos. I knew I wanted something bright and light, with kind of a whimsical or ethereal vibe, but it was really hard finding the style until I came across the “fine art” style. Jessica’s name came up while researching this style and I decided to reach out to her among a few other fine art photographers. I definitely hoped talks would go well with Jessica as the others I contacted ended up either not responding or were wildly out of my budget. Pre-Planning: Jessica was wonderful throughout this process. She promptly responded to my emails and answered questions clearly. I never felt like I was left in the dark for any part of the process. When I sent her the timeline of the ceremony/reception, she quickly came up with a timeline to slot in all the photos to be taken ahead of time at the location (We had access to the venue for a little over an hour prior to the ceremony). She also asked for a list of family photos that we wanted to take. This made it very easy at the wedding as she could call out people’s name to make sure everyone that was supposed to be in the pictures, were in the pictures. Jessica also sent over a list of ideas for detail shots and explained she could do this ahead of time. We didn’t want extra pictures of these and decided against it, however, I still thought it was very thoughtful of her to offer. Wedding Day: I loved her energy at the wedding. She was very calm and felt very competent. She directed my husband and I throughout the pictures, showing us poses etc. During family and wedding party photos, even though we had many bodies to fit in the frame in quite a few pictures, she led us through them with ease and the entire experience was very stress free (or as stress free as can be at a wedding lol). The venue was quite dim at specific locations, but the final results did not reflect that at all. The pictures were bright and did not look like they were taken in the dark at all. (This is a little off topic but I loved the little apron with pockets she wore for her equipment. So cute) I’m not sure when Jessica had the time, but there were pictures around the venue which were so beautiful. I definitely feel like the day was captured through the pictures. Post Wedding: Jessica sent us a sneak peak 2 days after the wedding containing 23 pictures. They turned out great and were beautiful. You can see examples on her website so I won’t elaborate, but they really are that good. The full gallery was sent almost a month after the wedding (minus 2 days) with instructions on purchasing prints or an album attached. The full download contained 650ish files, including the sneak peek pictures. Half of which were black and white, so this matched up pretty perfectly with Jessica’s estimation of the amount of photos when we spoke in the pre-planning stage.
Aster L., 2 days ago
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Artistry by Alexis Hoffman 

5.0

  • Beauty professional
  • Starts at $320
  • Serves West Chicago, IL for additional fees

I loveee…LOVE ! I have been a big fan off sappy romance/rom-com movies ever since I was a little girl. I grew up watching all of the wedding TLC shows! And now I get to live that dream every weekend by helping you behind the scenes on your special day. It doesn’t even feel like a job to me, it just feels natural.

Alexis was amazing! She made my vision come to life, and she was so positive! My friend recommended her after Alexis did her hair for her wedding. I truly appreciate her work. One of my bridesmaids was anxious because curls never hold for very long and they stayed ALL NIGHT. I don’t know what magic she used but all I’m saying is book her!
Delanie K., a month ago

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