Wedding Photographers in Carpentersville, IL

Wedding Photographers in Carpentersville, IL

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541 Wedding Photographers in Carpentersville, IL

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Shannon VanDyke Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Carpentersville, IL

Hey there! I'm a Graphic Designer from 9-5 and a photographer the rest of the time. I've always been a creative at heart and I'm blessed to have two jobs that I absolutely adore! I truly love connecting with all of my couples and creating those special memories. Capturing the love between two souls is truly my calling in life. From engagement session to wedding day, I am here for you! I want to I want to be "THE ONE" to tell your beautiful love story!

Awarded Best of Zola
Shannon VanDyke Photography was a dream to work with for our wedding photos. Shannon's communication throughout the planning process was amazing - she was very responsive over email and phone, and took the time to understand exactly what we envisioned for our big day. On the wedding day itself, Shannon was a total pro - she made sure to capture all the special moments, and her attention to detail was incredible. The photos turned out beautifully - Shannon perfectly captured the emotion and joy of the day. She went above and beyond to make sure we got photos with all of our guests during the photo bomb game, which was a fun way to include everyone. Overall, we were thrilled with Shannon's services and the gorgeous photos to remember our wedding day. Her professionalism and artistic eye resulted in timeless images we will cherish. We highly recommend Shannon for wedding photography - her communication, flexibility and attention to detail help create a stress-free and enjoyable experience for the couple on their big day.
Dana J., 2 months ago
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Thomas Doggett Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,400
  • Serves Carpentersville, IL

You deserve to enjoy every moment of your wedding day. After all the planning and anticipation, why settle for anything less? Too often, couples look back and regret feeling overly posed or awkward in their photos. My approach to wedding photography is authentic and intentional, blending documentary and editorial styles to create timeless images that tell your unique story. I believe in capturing real moments and genuine emotions, allowing you to experience your day to the fullest.

We have worked with Thomas multiple times now. He photographed our engagement, our wedding, and our maternity shoot and we couldn't be more happy with his work! The photos are gorgeous, high quality, and do such a phenomenal job of capturing these special moments in our lives. Picking the right photographer is a huge choice, and I cannot recommend Thomas enough!
Shannon & J., 6 months ago
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Well Told Weddings 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,399
  • Serves Carpentersville, IL

We know that each client is unique and presents an opportunity for us to meet their artistic needs. Our passion to create and capture moments to help make your day perfect is what drives us. Our photographers excel at manipulating light, staging, and encapsulating the day’s story so that you get a memory that is vibrant, fresh, and Together, we will collaborate and design a look that best fits how you want to remember your big day, while doing so in both a comfortable and expressive way. Each package we offer is designed to provide you the most value for your needs and is fully customizable.

Awarded Best of Zola
We highly valued Steve and his team throughout the entire process. Many years of experience and worth every penny. They all know the drill and not a vendor you have to check in on. This company is a well oiled machine! Thank you for giving us memories we will forever cherish.
Justine Ryan, 5 months ago
Mackenzie Maeder // Photo + Video 

4.8

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves Carpentersville, IL

Hey! I'm Mackenzie - mom, photographer, wife and book + latte obsessed! Ideal day starts with a latte and a bagel sandwich (because going out for breakfast is the BEST) and ends with a good book. Throw in a photoshoot or wedding in the middle and I'm set!! I have been a professional photographer for 14 years now focusing on couples, families and small businesses. I am not a fan of super stiff posing so I use prompts and play games to capture your personalties and relationships. For weddings, most of your gallery will consist of candid shots of your day helping to tell your story. I'd love to chat with you more!!

My husband & I can’t say enough good things about Mackenzie and Lex. We did an engagement shoot as well as our wedding photo/videos with them. They were extremely easy to communicate with and our pictures are AMAZING. I made a mistake in communicating what videos we wanted & didn’t realize it until a couple of months after our wedding. Mackenzie was so understanding & put together what she could so that we can still have some videos, we are so grateful for that! We plan to use them for any future photography needs because we loved them so much!
Jackie B., 3 months ago
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Kate Kaplan Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Carpentersville, IL

I work to craft images about connection - photographs that have warmth & tell a story about the love you share as a couple or as a family. I believe your wedding photos should stand the test of time. You want to feel completely confident that your story is going to be captured in a way that is beautiful and true to who you are as a couple. Not only that but we should probably have some fun along the way! I feel so honored to play a small part in your best day ever. I am here to help you enjoy this season of your life and have you feel well taken care of from day one.

Awarded Best of Zola
Kate was one of our favorite vendors and a pretty important one as our wedding day photographer! We had a great experience with her at both our engagement photo shoot and on our wedding day. I also met with her a few times for consulting/advice on our timeline before the big day, which was SO helpful. Kate makes you feel comfortable and natural while she is behind the camera making the magic happen! She is so kind and has such a calming presence, yet keeps everything moving and on schedule. Kate makes sure to get all of your preferred photos, from detail shots to group shots and the moments in between. We absolutely love our sneak peek shots and are so excited to get our full gallery and physical photos! I highly recommend Kate for your wedding, she gets it done beautifully and you won't be disappointed. Best decision we made :)
McKenzie , a month ago
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Jana Blue Photography (Photo + Film) 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Carpentersville, IL

My name is Jana Blue and I've been photographing weddings for 10 years. I'm consistent not in a trend of photos or style, but emotions. Each wedding and couples are so unique and my work follows that. In my career I've photographed both big production weddings and also intimate DIY ones. I've photographed informal engagements and elopements/weddings in a desert in Chile, in the mountains of Zion, in a beach in Croatia, in an ancient church in Greece and in forests in Brazil. I work with all different budgets and needs from my brides. I'm a preferred vendor of Chicago First Lady Boat, so I do weddings on the boat during the summer.

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I got married August 20th 2021 and I am beyond thrilled with the entire experience I had with Jana!She worked with us to learn our styles and what was important to us. She did both our engagement and wedding photos and both were beautiful! She was so wonderful to work with in such a stressful time for us brides!! Book Jana and you won’t regret it!
Marcia and R., 3 years ago
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Anders Maagaard 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,490
  • Serves Carpentersville, IL

Hej, I’m Anders, originally from Denmark, I made the move to the United States in 2019 to marry my wonderful wife, Kristin. Photography has always been a passion of mine, and I've coupled that with my love for adventure. Whether it's traveling the world, scuba diving, hiking, or ultra running, I've always found ways to incorporate photography into these experiences. However, everything changed for me when I shot my first wedding. Being part of such a special day, filled with love and magic, made me realize that this is what I truly want to do.

Awarded Best of Zola
When looking for a photographer to shoot my wedding, I was looking for someone who would be creative, edit to bring out natural beauty instead of photo-shopping everything into something unreal, and who would be able to capture raw, in the moment interactions between people. I had some pretty high standards and Anders met every single one of them as well as going above and beyond! He is professional, yet very personable and truly is so genuinely happy to be taking pictures for you! There were many unplanned changes due to the pandemic and Anders was very flexible and gracious with each one! Even the day of, there were unexpected twists and turns with it being an outdoor wedding and he just went with the flow capturing it all - the planned and the unplanned! For me, it was a whirlwind and I already wish I could go back to relive it all in slow motion. I'm SO thankful for and happy with the absolutely beautiful pictures Anders captured of my wedding and the people there. Now I can remember my special day and look back at all the moments that flew by for me, for as long as I want! You simply can't go wrong with Anders as your photographer.
Sharyssa & D., 3 years ago
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Kelsey Combe Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Carpentersville, IL

I live with my husband Clayton, our two little kids, & our sweet little puppy, Xander. I love coffee, seltzer, attempting to learn to play the guitar, & wine. Mainly, I live & breathe weddings. I adore the challenge & joy of shooting your wedding day- capturing every little moment of your day is my very own marathon and I absolutely live for it. So much so that if you want to share every wedding detail with me, prior to the big day, I'm all for it!

My husband and I found Kelsey on Instagram and we're so glad that we did! She did our engagement photos and wedding photos. They are both hanging all over our house and we are obsessed! She captured every moment at the wedding and was great to work with. We'd definitely recommend her.
Julia, 3 months ago
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B.Kaker Productions 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Carpentersville, IL

I'm Shekia Baker, the heart behind B.Kaker Productions. Photography and videography are not just my profession; they are my calling. Since the earliest days of my childhood, I've been inseparable from my camera, capturing the world with wonder and reverence and I am privileged to share this passion with you. With a professional journey that began in high school, capturing memories for the yearbook, my career has since flourished to include some remarkable milestones. I've had the honor of capturing moments for public figures, politicians and celebrities, working with renowned organizations like 360 Chicago and the Chicago Bulls.

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In love with the results! Kia made us feel so comfortable and was quite accommodating! She was professional, attentive to our needs, and captured our moments well. Was worth every penny and will be working with her again in the future!
Neshelle and Z., a year ago
Rachel Mae Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Carpentersville, IL

Shooting weddings is what brings me the most fulfillment and joy. It is pretty amazing when your passion can become your career. I understand the importance of capturing the authenticity and uniqueness of your love. The most rewarding aspect of my work is seeing the joy, sacrifice, beauty and love in marriage. I will help you every step of the way to feel comfortable and confident, but I want to get all of the unplanned moments as well! If you think we're a fit, say hey!

I would HIGHLY recommend Rachel to anyone in the Chicago area or surrounding suburbs. My fiancé and I are getting married in Iowa, but live in the Chicago area. We wanted a photographer near us to help entwine our roots here in Illinois. After lots of research and recommendations, we went with Rachel. While searching, what really stuck out to us was Rachel's ability to take such warm photographs and her ability to capture the little moments. I was hopeful she could do the same for my fiancé, Josh, & I. Boy oh boy, she did that and more. Our session was so much fun because of how easy it was to work with Rachel. Josh and I both felt comfortable and could definitely cut loose after a couple of warm up shots. Rachel knew her stuff when it came to finding good locations in the Chicago downtown area to help photograph us as an engaged couple. She got our edited photos back to us quickly. We are still staring at them today with so much love and appreciation for her hard work to make us look like super stars. +11/10 stars for Rachel Mae Photography.
Taylor V., 3 years ago
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Kelly Frances Photography 

5.0

  • Starts at $1,400
  • Serves Carpentersville, IL

Welcome to Kelly Frances Photography I specialize in wedding, engagement, casual, and spiritual photography. Currently servicing the western suburbs of Chicago. My skillset is best suited for outdoor, event, and lifestyle settings featuring the newly added Burn & Release sessions.

Awarded Best of Zola
She brought the calm on the big day during at the chaos She was able to direct the bridal party and the bride after running behind on hair and makeup and took all the materials to make sure she was able to get the brilliant photos she needed You can tell she really puts a lot of thought and detail into her work Our final wedding album was so emotional to receive and it's a beautiful memory to always look back at
Amanda and J., a year ago
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Zachera Photo 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $5,600
  • Serves Carpentersville, IL

Love and storytelling have been the anchors of my life. What began with theatre and paint evolved into my photography career, and I learned love from the very best. This art form allows me to celebrate beauty and hold a mirror to what I believe is the best part of our existence - joy. For this, my heart overflows with gratitude.

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Simply put, Zachera was the best decision when it came to our wedding planning! The attention to detail that she & her team had on our wedding day reflected in every photo taken. Looking back at the photos makes our hearts swell; they are breathtaking. In the photos, there were so many intimate moments, so much genuine laughter & so much serenity captured. Beyond the photos, our wedding would have not gone so perfectly if we didn't have Zachera & her team! Zachera had every detail of our timeline down & did everything in her power to keep us on track. With our bi-cultural wedding having so many moving parts, that was not an easy task but she executed it in the politest/smoothest way possible. She is the most personable yet most professional person to work with, which is so important in a photographer because they are side by side with you throughout the whole day. We believe that couples should have a connection with their photographer; with Zachera, it's like she read our minds & never missed a beat. She made us feel confident throughout the whole day and left no room for us to panic. She really goes above and beyond for her couples- to the point that she even picked us up Gatorade on the wedding day when it was getting too hot out for us. That wasn't a one time thing or out of character for her; she checked in throughout the whole time leading up to the wedding, encouraging and supporting us in every way. Forever grateful for her presence, the passion she has for her art and her kindness.
Natalie & E., 4 years ago
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Marissa K Webb Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves Carpentersville, IL

I am Marissa, a photographer, mom, and wife. When I am not behind the camera you can find me venturing around Chicago or the country with my family. We love adventures and I love a delicious plate of nachos… snickers and a fizzy water I AM SURE YOU WANT TO KNOW WHY I DO WHAT I DO AND HOW I DO IT… I have always had a camera in my hand for as long as I can remember… I mean even one of my daughter is named after a camera and the other is named after light.. I bet you can’t guess what their names are. I absolutely love being there to capture all moments in life… especially weddings.

I hired Marissa as our photographer this past June for our Long Beach, California Wedding knowing she was going to capture every moment beautifully. Let me tell you, she delivered so much more. She helped keep forward momentum through the whole night when everything was just a joyful blur I was lost in. When an issue arose with the second photographer, she found a solution before we even knew of the problem. She was such an incredible asset throughout the entire experience. On top of that, our photos came out incredible. She captured the feeling of the wedding. So many touching moments, celebrations, and Justin and I have never looked better. I’m obsessed. I can’t rave enough about how incredible Marissa is. I could not imagine our wedding without her, you shouldn’t either. 100000/100 highly recommend
Lindsay Bell, 2 months ago
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Riddle Road Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Carpentersville, IL

With 12 years of experience, Julie Riddle masterfully blends the timeless art of classic 35mm film with the precision of digital photography. Specializing in photojournalistic photography, she captures candid, emotional moments that tell a compelling wedding day story. Her expertise ensures a perfect balance between the nostalgic charm of film and the modern clarity of digital images. Julie’s work is characterized by natural, spontaneous shots that beautifully document the genuine essence of each couple's special day.

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Julie from Riddle Road Photography became a lifelong friend through photographing our wedding. She is amazing and willing to hike into a state park for beautiful photos (sorry Julie!) Everything she does captures the true couple versus a completely staged moment. I loved every photo she sent to us.
Lacey and B., 10 months ago
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Synergy Studios 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $595
  • Serves Carpentersville, IL

We have been shooting weddings for over 15 years and our main focus , besides the portraits , is the emotion !!! That is , to us , 1 of the most important images to have forever! That beautiful emotion , locked in time ! Portrait photography is is something we have been doing for 20 years , editing models also . Our photographer's work has been in print on many occasions and we are proud of them! We love to make your wedding day a positive, peaceful, no worry day for you !

The people at Synergy Studios, were amazing, They went above and beyond to make our wonderful day that much more magical, the pictures were more than we could have dreamed and they were so friendly and so easy to work with, I dare say the best in the business, I am recommending them to anyone and everyone who needs a photographer, you will not be disappointed, their professionalism and eye for details was incredible. If your looking for a photographer for your wedding definitely book these guys!!!!
Jacob, a year ago
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two-2-tango 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $800
  • Serves Carpentersville, IL
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Hi, I'm Louie and I am a Chicago-based photographer. I love working with fun, creative couples who desire an fun, artistic capture of their wedding day! I've photographed over 400+ weddings for couples from all over the United States and in doing so I've made some really great friends as well. Having worked with over 400 couples, sharing their unique and special day; I know that no two weddings are alike. The challenge of capturing a couple's personal style and touch is what keeps me so inspired year after year. I don't believe there is such a thing as "just another couple". Each couple is unique and so is their story.

Louie was a great photographer. You will not find a photographer this good in the Chicago area for a similar price. He is great at working with people and makes you laugh. We love the wedding photos and are grateful.
Karsten M., 2 months ago
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Xcitephoto&Films 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,199
  • Serves Carpentersville, IL

If you made it to this page, you can see through my work that I love telling the story of your day by capturing the emotions and moments you can't afford to miss. ​ I come from a large Italian family with many of us extended into the arts or passionate about cooking and singing. I picked up my first camera in high school and immediately I was hooked. Today, I have over a decade in the industry, multiple commendations, and have held the Wedding Wire Couples' Choice Award and The Knot Best of Weddings Award 7 years in a row and counting. ​

Xcitephoto&Films was an excellent choice for our wedding photography and videography. Their communication was clear, precise, and they provided fast answers by phone or email throughout the planning process. The quality of their work was very professional, and the photos and video were beautifully done! They had 3 photographers who each took the time to capture photos with every table of family and friends, ensuring we have wonderful memories from our special day. Andrew and his team were very nice, professional people who listened to our needs, gave us their best work, and fit well within our budget. We highly recommend Xcitephoto&Films to any couple planning their wedding.
Monica H., 3 days ago
Jill Tiongco Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Carpentersville, IL

Hi there! I’m the Jill in JTP. I started this company back in 2010 and have since expanded the team to include other amazing creatives. Working with people, telling stories, and documenting moments are the things I'm most passionate about in my work. Outside of photography – I love to travel and try anything new. I'm at peace in the mountains, or anywhere with a breeze on my face. But I also love sitting on the couch sandwiched between my husband, dog, and two cats.

We had our engagement photos with Jill and they were amazing!! The engagement shoot helped us to get comfortable in front of the camera and Jill provided just the right amount of guidance. We were so excited for her to photograph our June 2020 wedding, but then COVID hit and we had to postpone.  Even with all of the uncertainty, Jill was very supportive, understanding, and flexible during the extremely stressful times. We worked closely with Jill throughout the process and talked through any changes along the way.  After being told we would need to wear masks during our wedding ceremony in church (heartbroken that our first look moment walking down the aisle would be taken away) – Jill shined through with the fantastic idea of having our first look outside of our condo.  It made for such a special moment and one we would have never thought would make such a good backdrop.  Jill is very talented and had an attention for detail the entire day of our wedding ceremony and it shows in all of our photos.  She captured all of the love and emotions of the day you can feel when looking through the pictures. The photos are priceless memories we will be able to look back on and treasure forever.  We can’t wait to work with her again for our reception in 2021!   
Bri + J., 4 years ago
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Jason Verdin Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Carpentersville, IL

I’m a high school English teacher, so all of that time I spend wrangling teenagers and getting them to do work helps me out when I’m directing your wedding party for photos. I love being a teacher, and I love the flexibility it gives me to pursue another passion of mine: photography.

Jason is literally the best. I was honestly dreading getting in front of the camera for our engagement shoot, but Jason immediately put us at ease. He cared about knowing us as a couple and getting photos at all of our favorite spots: our first apartment, our favorite pub, and of course, the city skyline (we went to Northerly Island for a new perspective!). Our photos were uniquely us, which is something I’ll always cherish. When it came time for the wedding, I was so excited to see how our photos would turn out. Jason brought a second shooter, Jeremy, along for the ride on the big day. We took photos at the hotel, Olive Park, and at our venue. I was so impressed at how thorough Jason was and felt so at ease knowing we were going to have a ton of amazing options to choose from when our photos were finished. Plus, the dynamic between Jason and Jeremy was so fun and made everyone in the wedding party feel comfortable enough to be themselves. Despite the 90 degree heat, Jason and his team absolutely crushed it and took great care to make sure the wedding party was having fun and looking good. I felt so confident and supported from the initial portraits to the final party pics, and I have Jason and his team to thank for that! I was also in absolute awe when I got a ton of sneak peek photos back LITERALLY the next morning. He’s so incredibly talented and our friends and family were so impressed! Our photos are everything I could have hoped for and I can’t wait to see the rest of them when they’re done! I can’t recommend him enough!
Maggie, 2 months ago
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Green Karma Event Services 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $800
  • Serves Carpentersville, IL

Welcome to Green Karma Event Services! We specialize in family fun and live entertainment, offering wedding officiants, photographers, videographers, DJs, photo booth services, and more. Committed to responsibility, we ensure our workers receive a sustainable living wage, guaranteeing premium service tailored to your event. Our dedicated employees prioritize your event's success, providing peace of mind in uncertain times with our reliable DJ network.

Angel is an absolute gem! I can’t even express how pleased I am with every aspect of Angel’s Officiant service! He far surpassed my expectations in every way, delivering a perfectly customized bilingual ceremony and executing it flawlessly! Angel was warm, funny, professional and prompt. We loved working with Angel and would absolutely recommend him to any couple in need.
Karina, 6 months ago
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Hadassah B. Photograhy 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,600
  • Serves Carpentersville, IL

I’ll start off by saying, I’m not nearly as intimidating as my name. In winter of 2017, I married my best friend & now we live in a sweet little suburb just an hour outside of Chicago enjoying the views & peacefulness of living a bit more rural. Our fuzzy puppies Willow & Watson, (Wheaten Terriers who think they're human) love it too! 13 years of wedding experience has prepared me to capture your most cherished moments and turn them into heirlooms. I look forward to learning more about you & your love.

Awarded Best of Zola
Hadassah is a real professional - she works with her clients to make sure their favorite places and people are incorporated into the day, while still leaving you feeling relaxed and un-hurried. Get ready to feel natural and beautiful on your big day, she'll coach you through any questions or specific shots to get you in your best light! Really fun to work with, be prepared to see how gorgeous your wedding album is!
Grace, 4 years ago
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Joy Lyn Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Carpentersville, IL

Love! Flowers! Cute couples! Cake! The very reason I love photographing weddings is the beautiful moments between two people committing to each other. All of the other details are just the icing on the cake.

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Joy has been my "go to" photographer for over 10 years! My company has flow her in annually, for the last 6 years to capture professional headshots, apparel/website photos and provide photography trainings. Personally, she has captured the excitement of our new puppy, a maternity session and a memorial service for my grandfather at Arlington National Cemetery. She's captured the magic or our wedding day and countless family photos. For each occasion, Joy has been incredibly professional, superb with communication and manages to shoot every pivotal moment with grace and efficiency. There is no photographer who can compare to Joy; she's our photographer for life!
J. F., 3 years ago
Ev Photography Chicago 

5.0

  • Serves Carpentersville, IL

I (Karin) remember how I felt planning my wedding. Things I had never thought about before suddenly became the most important things to me. I researched like crazy and made inspiration pages in my wedding binder (before the days of Pinterest) so I had a clear idea of what I wanted. Above all I knew I wanted the most BEAUTIFUL photos that represented us. And even though we did all this work to find a great photographer, we were so disappointed with our photos. Now, I realized what mistakes I made and what I wish somebody would have shared with me when I was choosing a photographer.

We had a wonderful experience working with Jeff from Ev Photography Chicago for our wedding photography. Jeff was extremely responsive and helpful throughout the planning process, answering all of our questions and making helpful suggestions. On the wedding day, Jeff's calm demeanor and ability to adapt on the fly when our trolley broke down really stood out. He helped us manage the situation and made sure we stayed on track to capture all the special moments we envisioned. Jeff has a very personal, elegant, and creative photography style that resulted in gorgeous and meaningful images from our special day. It's clear he cares deeply about capturing the essence of his couples. The photographs Jeff delivered far surpassed our expectations. We're so grateful to have these stunning visual memories of our wedding, and highly recommend Ev Photography Chicago!
Taylor G., 3 months ago
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Marc & Mindy 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,400
  • Serves Carpentersville, IL

We believe that you should live authentically, explore endlessly, celebrate your traditions, and laugh at the joyful and beautiful moments found in life. We are passionate about capturing the love, excitement, and treasured moments found on your journey to marrying your best friend.

Marc and Mindy are just an absolute gem of a duo. Our wedding date was on 06.03.23. They shot both engagement and wedding day. We have been connected with them through families and friend's weddings they've done. When it came to our day, there was no doubt who we were going to reach out to. Marc and Mindy have such a special way of making a bride and groom feel so well thought of. Not only are their portraits STUNNING, they make the experience so stress-free. Mindy comes in with a ton of experience in posing...something we know 0 things about. They were so mindful of schedule and specific shots we wanted. It was such a collaborative effort in addition to their expertise. They make sure to ask alll the good questions, including getting to know you, which we found to be such a genuine touch. Don't sleep on booking them for your wedding. You seriously would not regret it. Wedding days and taking photos can be so overwhelming. You want someone like Marc and Mindy on that day--folks who will take care of you, keep you calm, and keep you having fun! They certainly know how to bring your vision to life. We will cherish the gift they have given us for a lifetime. We do not give this recommendation lightly. We understand how important photos are...you want Marc and Mindy on your side.
Ariana Romero, 8 months ago
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Awestrucken Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,199
  • Serves Carpentersville, IL

AwestrucKen Photography focuses on ensuring great moments in time are caught. As much as we are tech/gear heads with regards to equipment, we also know that the greatest piece of equipment any photographer can have is his/her brain. We pride ourselves on using our brains and our gear to not just take pictures, but to tell stories. While pictures, as Dorothea Lange says, “take an instant out of time; altering life by holding it still”, it’s also important that each instant of time is part of a person or event’s story.

Ken was great from start to finish and was extremely receptive to what we were looking for in terms of a vendor we can jam with and will also be able to work well with our other vendors - it was very important ALL our vendors were people we could consider people we'd call our friends and Ken is just that! Fun, charming, charismatic and creative - you need that in a photographer! We will continue recommending him to our friends and family for years to come 3
The Rydells 1., 2 years ago
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Missy Donovan Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Carpentersville, IL

Hi, I'm Missy! I have a very large, blended family with 7 kids and 7 grandchildren. When we all get together, it’s l.o.u.d.! I’ve been in business for over 13 years and am based out of Geneva, but willing to travel. Some of my favorite things are: McDonald’s Cokes, Anthropologie, Kate Spade anything, a good Reisling, a great sense of humor, finding a great bargain, shopping, big hugs.

From the moment we first spoke on the phone, to the gallery delivery, Missy was so fun and helpful. Her photos are amazing and she made our wedding day feel like a dream. She felt like a best friend helping out with whatever needed to be done on our big day and ran through the formal photos like a champ. We are forever grateful and forever clients now.
Katie, 2 months ago
Being Joy Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,799
  • Serves Carpentersville, IL

For as long as I can remember I have always been around a camera. Growing up, my Mom was a big documenter of life freezing childhood moments in prints and recording videos. For my ninth birthday I received my first camera. GAME CHANGER. Boy was it fun to step on the other side of the camera. I was unstoppable, never letting my camera leave my side. From then on I cannot remember I time I hadn't owned a camera... or two... or three! Giving other the gift of memories is what brings me the most joy in life. To know that they will have moments they loved shared and reminisced for generations to come. That is everything.

Joy has been absolutely wonderful to work with in all capacities. She puts a lot of effort into getting to know her clients with personal touches that do not go unnoticed. Most photos taken of me (the bride) in normal life are of the marathon / running photo variety, so I wasn’t sure how I was going to feel with more posed couple photos. Joy made everything feel so natural and easy between both the engagement shoot and the wedding day. Joy is extremely organized and is fantastic with time management - her template for the timeline worked so well for further planning. When the ceremony ran over, she got us back on target and moving out of the church while getting all the photos we had requested. She has such great vision for small details and how things will photograph - I often said “I trust your vision!” and the photos turned out so stunning! I especially wanted to remember the day in color, and Joy absolutely delivered on that (and quickly, too - the sneak peeks came back the next day!). She truly captured the magic of a fairytale day, and I am thankful to her and her team for their hard work. Joy is an invaluable asset to have on your wedding day, and you truly will not regret booking with her.
Natalie B., 4 months ago

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

A Carpentersville, IL wedding photographer ranges from $220 to $20,000 and averages at $2,800. The cost reflects the number of hours included, if there is a second photographer, any prints or albums, and, most importantly, the experience of the photographer. But every snapshot they take is a priceless memory of your big day — way better than your bestie's blurry smartphone pics, right?

Do most photographers include a second photographer?

95% of photographers in Carpentersville, IL offer a second photographer, although it typically depends on the package you book! Second photographers are helpful because one person can’t be everywhere at once, and the second photographer ensures all the details are covered.

Which are the most popular photographers in Carpentersville, IL?

Some of the most popular photographers in this area include JZ Studio Photography, Imagesxpert Media and Ashley Cynthia Photography.

What else should I keep in mind when booking a wedding photographer?

Are you interested in an engagement shoot as a test run? Drone photography? Wedding albums? All helpful things to ask about when you’re considering which wedding photographer to book!

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