Tawny Ballard Photography

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Prices start at $4,050

Elopement pricing

Prices start at $1,500

About Tawny Ballard Photography

Tawny Ballard Photography

Owner + Lead Photographer

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 do so much more than take photos. I believe in giving you an unmatched experience so that you are taken care of from inquiry to delivery of your final gallery and beyond. I do so much more than show up on your wedding day and snap some photos. My heart and soul are in this with you. As an LGBTQ+ person, I know the importance of accepting couples of all races, religions, genders, sexual orientations, and backgrounds. I’m an inclusive wedding photographer who believes LOVE IS LOVE. Featured in Vogue, Brides, Equally Wed, and more.

Services

Services

  • Bride-only session
  • Engagement session
  • Extra hours
  • Image editing
  • Printing rights
  • Second photographer

Photo formats

  • Digital

Deliverables

  • Digital files
  • Digital rights
  • Online gallery
  • Photo box
  • Wedding album

Reviews

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  • Your Search for a Photographer Stops Here

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    •Amanda W.•Nov 8

    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!

    Response from vendor•Nov 11, 2024
    Thank you so much, Amanda! I am so happy I got to work with you and Mallory. Your engagement session and wedding were both such a joy and there has been such an ease working with you two. I agree with your advice to other couples - the vendors you choose matter so much! Thank you for choosing me. Sending all of the love your way! -Tawny

  • Above and beyond!

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    •Olivia M.•Oct 31, 2024

    Tawny was pure joy to work with. We found Tawny on Instagram, and reached out to learn more. It was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding, including everything that led up to it as well. We did our engagement photo shoot with Tawny, and were blown away! We were also blown away with her wedding day photos. From getting ready to capturing the ceremony, dinner and dancing - we can't thank Tawny enough. She was professional, organized, and able to get everyone corraled for the shots we wanted! Also, Tawny sends reminder emails, as well as tips and tricks that really helped us stay organized as we thought through what we envisioned our day to be like. I wasn't sure I wanted many photos of the dancing portion of the night - because I did not know what I would do with them - I am so glad Tawny encouraged me to utilize the full time and capture all the reception photos - I truly feel like through her photos I can re-live our day and remember all the good times, including the dance floor! Tawny also went above and beyond with delivering more than your typical sneak peak photos to us - we had an opportunity to have photos featured in a publication - and she provided us with so many more photos to choose from with a quick turnaround. Another way Tawny went above and beyond was with a photoshop ask for a family picture to ensure everyone was looking at the camera. It was such a quick turnaround again. Thank you Tawny , it was a joy to work with you throughout this past year!

  • Everything and more!

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    •Eva B.•Sep 30, 2024

    When I say I truly couldn’t be more grateful I found Tawny to capture all of the amazing moments for my husband and me, I mean it with my whole heart! Her thoughtfulness, kindness and general support and hype was everything and more we were looking for in a photographer. From engagement shoot, to boudoir, to wedding day, then post wedding portraits, she was always making sure we looked, but most importantly, felt our best! I’m forever grateful I found her!

    Response from vendor•Oct 3, 2024
    I'm SO happy I was able to document you + Eric's wedding! I loved working with you two every step of the way. Thank you for your kind review, Eva!

  • Tawny was amazing!

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    •Sarah and Z.•Sep 5, 2022

    Tawny did both our wedding photos and our engagement shoot, and we were so happy with both results! She got just the vibe we were looking for and had a great mix of posed and candid shots. Turnaround was quick and all of our guests said our photos were incredible, as well.

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