The Best Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in Forest Park, IL

The Best Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in Forest Park, IL

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Lux Everlasting 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Forest Park, IL

I've always been an artist, but my love for photography truly took hold when I photographed my first wedding in 2007. That day, I fell in love with everything about weddings— getting to work with all kinds of people and personalities, capturing every moment and each detail, and even getting to bust a move on the dance floor every now and then.

Awarded Best of Zola
We first booked Clayton for our engagement photos in January 2022. It was cold but Clayton kept the mood light and fun, giving us prompts and conversation starters that really helped put us at ease in front of the camera. It was such a fun day and after seeing the photos, we knew we needed him for our wedding as well! Clayton and his husband were absolutely amazing on the wedding day, our bridal party had such a great time laughing and joking with them during our getting ready and first look pics! We even had guests coming up and telling us how much fun the photographers were! And the reception shots...I will never be able to narrow them down, they managed to capture just about every guest showing off their best dance floor moves! Truly so grateful for the amazing work, our photos are absolutely stunning. We definitely hope to use Lux Everlasting for all of our future portrait needs :)
Jess J., 2 years ago
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Kate Scott Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Forest Park, IL

My name is Kate Scott Daly, and I can't wait to meet you! I'm a Chicago native and have been a professional photographer for nearly a decade. I am obsessed with capturing the perfect moment that will make you gasp and say "Oh my god, this is amazing!" Being a queer woman, it is so important to me that you feel safe, loved, and beautiful every step of the way. If you're looking for someone you can relax with and just be yourself, you've found me! Let's face it: it can be awkward being in front of a camera. Even I feel nervous sometimes! I understand that anxiety and will do everything I can to make you feel fabulous!

Kate was an absolute dream to work with! She brought the energy and fun we were looking for! It was really important to us as a queer couple to have a photographer who understood this and could make everyone feel comfortable. Kate went above and beyond to ensure she could best support us. From the very first phone call I was excited to work with Kate and didn't even talk to any other photographers! I loved Kate's work online and knew she would be great to work with! Kate was fun, energetic, creative and thoughtful in her work! The pictures turned out wonderful! Kate helped us make memories that I will cherish forever!
Tiffany F., 2 years ago
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Eivan's Photo & Video 

4.9

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,149
  • Serves Forest Park, IL

We offer a personalized experience backed up by more than 33+ years in business delivering high quality, creative photography and video on time and within your wedding budget. We are experts in photojournalism, offering couples an unmatched level of value for their wedding photography and video services.

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Hiring Eivan’s for our wedding was a great decision! Our photographer Gregory I was professional and FUN! He kept us smiling throughout the day with his quirky personality! My fiancé does not care for photos so I’m happy we had someone working with us who could make him comfortable. He made sure to get multiple images even if it was just “one more”, it was never one more! We had actually hired a different photographer and we replaced him with this company. Worth the stress and money! If I had any tips for the company, it would be to have your photographers give a 30 minute warning before their contracted time is up. Weddings are so busy for the bride and groom, it is very easy to lose track of time. I think clients would appreciate a little heads up just so they can try and capture any photos they may have missed. Other than that, I have ZERO complaints. Such an amazing experience! 10/10 highly recommend :)
Melanie T., 8 days ago
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Albany Capture Film & Photography Studios 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,499
  • Serves Forest Park, IL
  • Offer

I'm Pedro, Creative Director at Albany Capture Team. With over 12 years of experience in photography and a passion for storytelling, I blend photojournalism and studio artistry to capture your most cherished moments, especially in weddings.

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Pedro was awesome! We were looking for a local (in Chicago) photographer, and found the perfect one. He was super easy to work with, and took amazing pictures. Our initial meeting was via Zoom, which made working it around our schedule super easy. He was extremely responsive to all of my emails, and even was workable with our budget and what we wanted to accomplish with photography. I love his ability to take un-staged, in the moment photos as well as great family photos. He went above and beyond for us, and we are grateful for so many amazing photos to choose from. I would definitely hire him again in a heartbeat.
Stephanie D., 2 months ago
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Emma Mullins Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Forest Park, IL

Hi! I'm Emma, owner and lead photographer of Emma Mullins Photography. Our goal is simple: to capture your vibe, your people, and your love in a way that looks and feels true to life. We're in the middle of our 11th Chicago wedding season, and it's been a whirlwind of all things real and fabulous! We are super excited to offer FILM photography services to our awesome couples this year!!

Emma was so incredible to work with for our engagement photo shoot! We were somewhat nervous at the beginning, but she made us feel at ease right away. It quickly became a super fun experience for my partner and I! Emma made us feel at our best and it was so fantastic getting to know her during our shoot. We are overjoyed with the photos she has shared so far and can't wait to see more! I highly recommend Emma Mullins Photography to anyone looking for high quality, engaging, artistic, and fun photos. We can't wait to show ours off at our upcoming wedding :)
Julie B., 6 months ago
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TWA Photographic Artists 

4.8

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,799
  • Serves Forest Park, IL

The best part about what we do are the stories we get to tell. The happily-ever-afters, the love-at-first-sights…it’s the truth in a moment and a look that says it all. As Chicago area wedding photographers for over twenty years now, we’ve seen and captured just about every incarnation of true love imaginable. That’s why we approach your special day as a unique journey we take together. We walk you through every step, from proposal and engagement photos and perfectly capturing those forever wedding day moments with photography, videography, and content creation, to expertly crafting your very first family heirloom…your wedding album!

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I am so pleased with my photos. TWA was helpful and communicative throughout the whole planning process and after the wedding as well! I’d recommend them to anyone. We only did photography, not photobooth or videography, but I love looking at my pictures!!
Megan O., 3 months ago
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Visil Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,950
  • Serves Forest Park, IL
  • Offer

Hey, I’m Victor Silas, the heart and soul behind Visil Photography. As the owner and lead photographer, I’m passionate about capturing genuine love stories and creating lasting memories. For me, it’s more than just snapping photos—it’s about preserving the unique, unforgettable moments that make your wedding day yours. I make sure you feel comfortable in front of the camera, letting your love shine through naturally. My style? Candid, photojournalistic, and effortlessly fun.

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Visil Photography provided amazing photography services for our wedding day. Victor was extremely respectful, informative, and positive in all of our communications leading up to the big event. On the wedding day itself, he was passionate about capturing all of those special moments we had envisioned. Victor has a gift for engaging with people and making them feel comfortable in front of the camera. He circulated seamlessly among our guests and captured countless touching interactions. My husband and I could not be happier with the beautiful, artistic photos Victor delivered. They will allow us to re-live our special day for years to come. I would highly recommend Visil Photography for any couple looking for a talented photographer who can beautifully document their wedding memories. Victor was a joy to work with!
Krystal Z., 3 months ago
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George Street Photo and Video 

4.9

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,295
  • Serves Forest Park, IL

George Street Photo and Video has one story to tell: Yours. With over twenty years of experience, our award-winning team has been lucky to capture thousands of weddings for our couples across the United States. Specializing in both wedding photography and videography, we offer affordable and customizable packages starting at $1295 that are designed to suit your unique vision and budget. We even offer a fun style test to help us match you with a photographer that aligns with the vibe of your day.

We had George Street for both photo and video for our wedding. We could not have been happier with the results. Our photographer, Eli, was so amazing and got all the shots we wanted. He also did a few twists to some photos and they came out amazing! Our videographer was great as well and our wedding video is something we will always watch and be so happy with the outcome. I wouldn’t change a thing with who we chose for our wedding. Photos are very important to me and I can say I was one hundred percent satisfied with George Street! I added one of our favorite photos below :)
Diana C., 6 days ago
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Audrey Simper Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Forest Park, IL

GET TO KNOW ME: Empathetic, detail oriented, & interested in learning how I can best support you. Capturing your shine while encouraging a feeling of ease. Go to coffee order: Almond Milk Cafe Miel Personality types: ENFJ, Leo, Enneagram 7 Hobbies: Pottery, dancing, painting, reading books on human behavior, psychology, & metaphysics, collecting plants Family: I live with my tiny Chihuahua Theo in Chicago.

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Audrey Simper Photography was an absolute dream to work with for our wedding. From our very first interaction, Audrey demonstrated a prompt, thorough, insightful, encouraging, and helpful communication style that immediately put us at ease. Her great positioning, beautiful natural editing style, and overall flexibility were exactly what we were looking for in a wedding photographer. On the day of, Audrey's calming energy was so valuable - her ability to keep cool and help the flow of the day allowed us to truly enjoy time with our guests and capture the pure joy of the occasion. Audrey also found so many visually stunning spots for us to take photos, which we know we'll be able to admire for years to come. We couldn't recommend Audrey highly enough!
Lena J., 17 days ago
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Piero Pierrot Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Forest Park, IL

I'm Piero, owner of Pierrot and lead photographer, it has been amazing capturing so many weddings, each of them perfect in every way, with so many stories to tell, so many memories that I'm so grateful that I have captured. I adapt to my couple's wishes so they get their own experience, their own vision. My style is Traditional+Documentary, and with some jokes and funny cues, I'll get those genuine smiles for your shots.

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Piero was our wedding photographer and I was blown away by the photos he sent us of our wedding the very next morning. From the beginning he was super easy to work with and made sure to respond to messages and questions promptly. He was punctual, kind, professional, and kept our wedding party on task the day of our wedding. His vision for our photos were awesome and turned out stunning. He scaled all the photos perfectly and made sure not only the background of the photos looked good but also the poses of us and our wedding party photographed well. I love the candid shots he got too. They were beautiful! Everyone was saying how amazing the photos turned out! I am so, so thrilled with them and my husband and I will cherish our wedding photos in the years to come. Thank you for everything, Piero! You have a gift and thank you for sharing it with us! -Brydie & Doug
Brydie & D., 4 months ago
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Wendy Schreier Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Forest Park, IL
  • Offer

Hello! I am Wendy, an award winning Chicago wedding photographer. I personally, will be the photographer on your wedding day, I am a one woman small business. My photo journey started 12 years ago shooting concerts, most recently Depeche Mode! I fell in love with the art of photography and started capturing weddings! I love seeing all the details you so lovingly design into your wedding day and capturing the big picture of how awesome you, your wedding and guests are.

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Wendy was the sweetest photographer ever!! She was so kind right from the beginning. We had an engagement session with her and my husband and I were awkward and she helped us feel comfortable in front of the camera. As for the wedding she met all our expectations she made sure we covered all my ideas I sent her. The pictures came out so beautiful and made me cry all over again. I would book her again and again. Thank you Wendy truly.
Jasmine Q., 2 months ago
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Nova Photos 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $795
  • Serves Forest Park, IL
  • Offer

Nova Photos is a wedding photography, videography, and photo booth studio in Chicago, IL. We're a multicultural, multilingual, LGBTQ-friendly, photographer/employee-owned studio dedicated to documenting the most memorable moments of your wedding day! Collectively, we have captured over 10,000 weddings. At Nova Photos, we work with our clients every step of the way. The team provides comprehensive support with planning locations, setting up permits, and creating a timeline that works for them and their other vendors. Every couple deserves more than just memories; they deserve a timeless keepsake that captures the essence of their love story!

Nova Photos absolutely understood the assignment when capturing my maternity shoot. Super creative, friendly, and fun! I’ll definitely be using them again!
Jamie L., a month ago
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Sarah Nader Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,400
  • Serves Forest Park, IL

I'm an award winning wedding photojournalist from Chicago, Illinois. I was raised in the Chicago suburbs but now call Lincoln Square home with my husband and our two Golden Retrievers, Missy and Felony. When the dogs aren't keeping me busy I love traveling all over the world, cooking amazing meals, jumping on my Peloton and eating Thai food while binging Netflix.

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Working with Sarah was an absolute joy! She knows exactly what she is doing and helped guide our wedding and photos brilliantly. I am so glad we decided to go with her! I just received my entire wedding collection early and they are stunning! She perfectly captured so many moments of the day that my husband and I are able to laugh, cry and relive the favorite day of our lives!
Jessica M., a year ago
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Layne Dixon Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Forest Park, IL

Hi! I'm so glad you're here. I'm a Chicago-based wedding photographer here to help you tell your love story. Through humor, support and documentary storytelling I'm there to capture your day in an authentic way that reflects who you both are, how you love, and how your community shows up for you. Stylistically, I consider myself a docu-storyteller with a flair for art-forward portraits. With a background in film and digital, I like to incorporate the classic, the dramatic and the real.

We LOVED working with Layne. She is such a positive energy and you can tell that she is so passionate about capturing the vibe and emotions of your wedding. When we look back at our photos we can see how it felt on that day. We were also unfortunate enough to experience a Covid wedding cancellation 2 months before our wedding was supposed to take place. Layne was very supportive and was willing to work with us to photograph our later elopement instead. Very communicative and a pleasure all around! We always recommend her when our friends are getting married as well.
Carolyn, 10 months ago
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Madi Ellis Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6,550
  • Serves Forest Park, IL

*****The best way to reach me is to fill out the inquiry form on my website!***** As a documentary-style photographer, I love to emphasize connection, texture, and authentic emotion. Being a former actor who found a deep love and passion for wedding photography, I'm most drawn to the art of storytelling while creating honest and original work. I strive to make my images fully represent my couples in every way possible. I'm goofy, fun, and always create a deep connection with my couples to ensure their big day is captured with passion + care.

Everyone stop what you're doing and hire Madi Ellis right now. She was such a joy to work with. Madi helped us every step of the way, and captured our day beautifully. She helped ease our posing nerves, and truly went above and beyond our expectations. She knows what she is doing and made everyone feel totally comfortable. She blended right in with our friends and family and helped make our celebration amazing. Thank you so much Madi! If you are looking for a wedding or event photographer, we highly recommend :)
Libby A., 2 months ago
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Zach Caddy Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Forest Park, IL

I've picked up a camera just about every day since I fell in love with photography in 2013. Though every shoot holds something unique, it takes a lot to catch me off guard after nearly a decade in business. I pride myself on my ability to quickly connect with my clients, making them feel comfortable, cared for, and confident that they look great. Not every event I’m at goes exactly according to plan and I know how to roll with the punches. Being a helpful and calming presence in the midst of your wedding is second nature to me. Basically, I try to treat people how I want to be treated: with fairness and understanding!

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Zach was absolutely amazing to work with! We were quick to book with him after clicking so well at our first meeting. We booked an engagement session separate from the wedding booking and were so glad we did! He provided great direction and conversation, helping two socially awkward folks feel comfortable and look like superstars. He was on time and professional for our wedding day, taking care to make sure we covered our photo list and suggesting a few shots that wound up as some of our favorites. He returned our images exactly on schedule and WOW! We were blown away! The photos exactly capture my memory of the wedding day. We would hire Zach again in a heartbeat!
Aja H., 6 months ago
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Essi Photography 

5.0

  • Starts at $3,900
  • Serves Forest Park, IL

Chicago-based wedding and elopement photographer. I like to make my clients take off their shoes or at least get bare and honest about their love in front of my camera. I love to explore the urban environment with you and make your wedding portraits feel real and true to your life in the city. But I also take any chance I get to drag you to the woods or the beach for some barefoot wedding portraits. Aren’t we so lucky to have those right here in the city!

Awarded Best of Zola
Essi Photography was an absolute joy to work with on our wedding day. From our first interaction, her communication was intimate, responsive, and understanding of our vision. The quality of her work was creative in the way she could capture small moments throughout the day. Our photos are everything we wanted them to be, documenting all the special moments and candid photos of our loved ones that we will cherish forever. Essi played a huge role in making our wedding day so special, and we cannot recommend her highly enough.
Charlotte P., 21 days ago
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Sam Schultz Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Forest Park, IL

Hey there! I’m a weddings and couples photographer based in Chicago, IL with my partner Emily and my rescue dog Daxter. I’m here to document joy and celebrate all the meaningful moments with the kickass people that find me.

We booked Sam for our elopement at City Hall in October and cannot say enough wonderful things about working with him! From the very beginning, he was organized and communicative and put us totally at ease. The day of our marriage ceremony, he was the absolute best third wheel, making the day feel special by hyping us up and also disappearing into the background so that we could have some special moments that felt more private. Neither my husband or I had ever done a formal photoshoot before but we both felt so comfortable with Sam that it wasn't awkward. And most importantly, the end product was phenomenal. Sam had edited (and shared with us!) more than half the gallery by the end of the day. The photos are gorgeous (the colors, the lighting, the framing of the shots) and perfectly capture our special day. We feel so seen. 10/10 would book again!
Emily and T., 3 years ago
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White Quill Creative 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6,000
  • Serves Forest Park, IL

Spoiler alert: I didn't grow up daydreaming about weddings. Instead, I grew up on shaky home videos and weathered family albums—so I know how important it is to keep memories alive. The problem? The internet is overflowing with photos that focus on trends over authenticity. That's why, in a world filled with filters + fads, I'm here to capture every real moment of your wedding day.

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Chelsea is an amazing artist all-around! Whether she's filming your special day or snapping photos, she beautifully captures every heartfelt moment. Not only is she talented at was she does, she's extremely organized. A true professional in every aspect and makes your day run as smooth as it possibly can.
Nicki, 4 years ago
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Kiki Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $400
  • Serves Forest Park, IL
  • Offer

I’m a wedding photographer who specializes in photojournalistic style. I love capturing candids as well styled portrait shoots with the bride and groom, bride and bride, as well as groom and groom. I’m queer friendly too! Everyone is welcome. I travel abroad with an additional fee ( travel and accommodation).

I had the pleasure of working with Kiki at a recent wedding and Kiki brought the best out of the situation. I had no problem focusing on the moment. Kiki was able to take care of the moment in an artistic fashion and I am infatuated with the results. You're missing out by not having Kiki at your celebrations!
Albany Capture LLC, 7 months ago
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Kyle Szeto Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Forest Park, IL

Hi I'm Kyle, a Chicago based wedding photographer. I am a romantic at heart and a sucker for a love stories. I strive to get to understand my couples and create images that represent them as authentically as possible.

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Kyle was just so wonderful to work with, and the end product had us tearing up all over again. The photos were so beautiful and absolutely captured the feel and excitement of the day. The photos are beautiful, intimate and real. He was so kind throughout the entire process- always there to help us throughout the day, capture the small moments, and made it so fun to work with him. I will be recommending him to everyone I know for weddings and events!
Lena, 5 months ago
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Elizabeth Greve Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $7,200
  • Serves Forest Park, IL

EGP specializes in intimate weddings and documentary-styled couple and family sessions. Bold, true-to-color images that last for a lifetime of memories. Feel-good vibes always backed by over a decade of experience.

Liz was easily the best choice of photographer for our engagement/wedding photos. My husband and I felt like we knew her for years moments after meeting. She made us feel so comfortable for our engagement photos and when we received our wedding photos, we were floored. They were so beautiful! She truly does an amazing job capturing the moments and feelings we felt on our special day. I would highly recommend Liz to anyone looking for an amazing individual who loves her job, takes pride in her work and really makes her clients feel beautiful, comfortable and confident!
Jenny and D., 4 years ago
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Ed & Aileen Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $9,000
  • Serves Forest Park, IL

We aren't your typical wedding photographers and videographers. And our kick ass couples aren't your typical brides and grooms. We are storytellers, and we capture moments made by people who are madly in love.

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I don’t think I’ll ever stop raving about Ed & Aileen Photography. We worked with Ed for our wedding and engagement sessions, and it was a fantastic experience. We loved our engagement photos, and Ed surprised us with a 35mm film gallery from our wedding day. I don’t know how he has the energy to be everywhere at once, but he somehow does it. I can’t wait to see our digital photos. Every time I looked, he was there capturing moments. He brings a lot of fun energy everywhere he goes, and I can feel how much he loves his job. It shows in all his photos. If you want to work with a true professional, who gets down and dirty to get the right shots, Ed’s your guy. 10/10!! He coached us so we’d look our best, kept us on schedule, and expertly corralled our giant wedding party. All while leading us around the nature boardwalk at the Lincoln Park Zoo, finding the perfect spots. Thank you, Ed ️
Kelci G., a year ago
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Prudence Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,900
  • Serves Forest Park, IL
  • Offer

Hi, I'm Tye Acierto, owner of Prudence Photography, based in Chicago. We're new to Zola but we've been around shooting happy wedding couples for 14 years! I travel nationwide to capture unique moments for couples. With experience in Indian, Southeast Asian, Polish, Muslim, Jewish, Latin American, and LGBTQ weddings, I blend a candid, photojournalistic style with modern and classic approaches. My goal is to capture authentic, unscripted moments while being adaptable to your vision. Let’s chat about your wedding and how we can create beautiful, timeless images together. I’m excited to be part of your special day!

Prudence Photography is one of those companies you feel good working with throughout the entire process. Ty is an outstanding photographer with a very keen and creative eye. You can truly feel the sense of professionalism when working with him and his photography really speaks for itself!! I would highly recommend working with Prudence Photography as your reliable photography team!
Rick Wolf, 4 years ago
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The Honeymooners Productions 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6,300
  • Serves Forest Park, IL

The Honeymooners Productions are a husband and wife duo who are determined to live life like they are on their honeymoon! They specialize in both PHOTO AND VIDEO which simplifies you’re planning process and budget. Their energy for life and love makes them PASSIONATE about your wedding experience! Let's get this party started! Email us about your wedding! We would LOVE to hear alllllllll about your day and your love!

Let me start this off by saying at the top of my lungs - WE LOVE LOVE LOVE THE HONEYMOONERS PRODUCTIONS!! Now that I've gotten that off my chest, here are the reasons why we recommend them to the highest extent: As a lesbian couple it was very important for my wife and I to find a photo & video vendor that was LGBTQ+ friendly. When we asked The Maddie and Luke about that, they instantly made us feel comfortable with their answer. Before the (first) wedding date, they were in constant communication with us and made a point to get to know us well before the big day. Then the pandemic hit, and we had to postpone our wedding. We had already paid our deposit to The Honeymooners and several other vendors. Other vendors were not as kind or accommodating to the change, but The Honeymooners stayed in communication with us through the changes and made it easy. Maddie & Luke had stayed in contact with us throughout, checking in periodically. 1 year later, we had to postpone again due to the on-going pandemic and once again Maddie & Luke took it in stride. They never gave us a reason to worry that they would come through for us. FINALLY, we had our big day. As soon as Maddie and Luke got to the venue it all made sense why we liked them so much. They greeted us like old friends. They were warm, kind, organized, and extremely professional. They just went for it at every step. They just never missed a beat. The few times I asked them to capture a photo of this or a video of that, they had already done it before I even thought of it. Even in how they directed us to pose or activities to capture on camera, it was all perfectly us. Not a single moment felt forced. I truly believe that because they took the time to get to know us before the wedding, that is what made everything they did feel so utterly authentic to us a couple. If it sounds like I am obsessed with them, it is 100% because I am. They weren't just the photo & video vendors that we hired for our wedding, they became our friends through this process. We had an absolute blast with them, and we laughed together all day. They literally made our wedding even better, and I believe that if we hadn't had them there it wouldn't have even been as fun as it was. The very next day after the wedding they sent us about 8 photos, already retouched and perfected as previews of our gallery. We were blown away by how they captured us and our love in just these few photos. What is more is they also created a 1 minute preview video that we have watched about 1,000 times already. Everything from the moments they included, to the song they chose was PERFECTION for us. 1 month after the wedding, they sent us our full photo gallery, full wedding video, and individual videos of specific moments. We were floored by the quality of their work. Everything is even better than we ever expected and we are so thankful to have those memories from the best day of our lives. I also have to note that I am in fashion so I have worked with a ton of photographers and videographers in my career - I can say with professional confidence that Maddie & Luke are some of the most talented people behind a camera I have ever had the pleasure to work with. I could go on and on about these two beautiful humans, but to sum it up - there are not strong enough words for how much we recommend The Honeymooners Productions to every couple (especially our LGBTQ+ family who need that kind of love and care). We love you Maddie & Luke!
Mandy B., 3 years ago
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Luved Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Forest Park, IL

I am a single gal, who loves a good wedding! I love to get to know my brides and truly understand their vision and goal for their photography. I photograph EVERY.SINGLE.DAY - whether it's through travel or my newborn and family portion of business - which means my passion shows through by being able to morph and grab a good shot no matter the situation. My camera is like another limb. It's not just my career, but my true love.

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We had such a great experience working with Erika for our engagement and wedding photos. My husband and I are not comfortable in front of the camera, and she made us feel very as ease. She is great at scouting for the best locations and captures the best candid shots. We highly recommend her and hope to work with her again soon!
Blair & K., 4 years ago
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Prudence Video 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Forest Park, IL

Hi, I’m Tye Acierto, owner of Prudence video in Chicago. I specialize in weddings and travel nationwide. Though new to Zola, I’ve been photographing and capturing videos for 14 years with solid reviews all over the web. I’ve captured various cultural weddings, including Indian, Southeast Asian, Muslim, Jewish, Latin-American, and traditional American. My style blends candid, photojournalistic moments with modern and classic elements. I love capturing authentic emotions as they unfold naturally. If you’re looking for a photographer to tell your unique story, let’s chat and make your special day unforgettable!

Ty was simply amazing. We couldn’t be more happy with communication with him and the finish product of pictures and video!
Daniel Van G., 24 days ago
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Roman Lorek Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Forest Park, IL

I am a bilingual (Polish, English) Chicago & NWI based wedding photographer who enjoys traveling and music. I like to take a documentary approach to photography. Keeping posing to a minimum and capturing natural moments of your big day. I am a perfect photographer for a couple that believes the natural moments mean more than posed photographs.

Roman and his wife are amazing! They have such a great vision for weddings & events and are fun and easy to work with! A team of true professionals to help you feel comfortable to get the very best shots! We highly recommend their services to anyone & just love Roman Lorek Photography!
Chicago Top D., 2 days ago
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Melissa Stuckey Photography 

4.7

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,250
  • Serves Forest Park, IL

Hello, I’m Melissa! I’m a wedding & lifestyle photographer with a heart and eye for the genuine, real, and joyful moments! Based in Chicago but let’s be real, I love to travel - so take me with you! :) My heart as a photographer is to document your moments genuinely & always true to color. So that one day you will look back & remember not just what it looked like - but what it FELT like!

Melissa was such a joy to work with. She made what can be a stressful time completely stress free. Choosing a photographer for our wedding was top of our list and we are so glad to have had the chance to work with her. She’s so easy to trust and quick to respond to any question or comment. She listened to everything we asked for and wanted and as a result our wedding photos turned out amazing - they are something that we’ll cherish forever.
Abbie M., 5 months ago
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Widlet Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $895
  • Serves Forest Park, IL
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I developed a deep passion for photography when I was just 12 years old. Back then, capturing moments with my friends and family meant using Kodak Film, which was not as effortless as it is today. Since then, photography has remained my true calling. In 2002, I pursued my love for journalism and photography by studying at the reputable Institute of LAINSPROCOM. From 2006 onwards, I have been professionally capturing the beauty of weddings and portraits. My photography style can best be described as honest, sincere, and intimate. I strive to capture the raw emotions and captivating moments that make each occasion unique.

Our experience with Widlet was amazing. He is such a fun photographer to be around. He is very professional and got the eye to catch the perfect shot. In overall we ended with BEAUTIFUL PICTURES. I would recommend him without a doubt.
Marie-Line B., 4 years ago
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Moments by Frank 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Forest Park, IL

Moments by Frank is a wedding photography experience based in Chicago, IL. Frank believes in capturing the essence of your joyous occasion in a relaxed and authentic setting. He focuses on guiding the happy couple through a mindfulness approach – soaking up every second of the memorable day. His gentle and professional tone allows the couple to feel comfortable, so even the most camera-shy will be able to embrace a day of flawless moments. Schedule a quick video call to find out how Frank can capture a day full of intimacy, authenticity, and love.

Frank was absolutely AMAZING! Him and his team literally captured the perfect moments in every photo and in our wedding video. We told them what we hoped for and they delivered! Super sweet, so patient and the communication was awesome!
A and M., a year ago
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The Gernands Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,900
  • Serves Forest Park, IL

Hi, I'm Samuel! Chicago based wedding and elopement photographer here to give couples a truly relaxed and down to earth experience. Being photographed shouldn't be uncomfortable or boring!  Telling love stories through photos brings me immense joy. 

We were so grateful to Samuel who was able to document our city hall ceremony on a very last minute request during the end of year holidays. (Are you free next weekend?) We were drawn to the documentary style of his work and thought it was a fitting way to remember a special moment in a basement of Chicago's City Hall. Leading up to the day, we texted and chatted about places to do portraits after and Samuel was very patient and helpful in suggesting places that felt right for me and my partner. Not only did he have the inside scoop on what the city hall ceremony was going to be like and what was going to happen, but he was also great to hang out with in line and and get to know better. We both felt very comfortable working with Samuel and the nerves of working with a professional photographer for the first time went out the window. I can only imagine how amazing the experience would be to work with Samuel with more time to prepare or at locations a little less drab than a city hall basement!
Sasha, 8 months ago
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Nikki Kate Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Forest Park, IL

Hello, my name is Nikki, and I am a wedding and family photographer for the sentimental and nostalgic. I have been lucky enough to call this my career for over 12 years. I am driven by a passion for storytelling and documenting your life for you to keep forever. Rooted in the heart of Chicago, IL, I am always ready to pack my bags and travel wherever your story unfolds (frequently travel to CO and WI). Whether it's the heartfelt promises exchanged on your wedding day or the joyful pitter-patter of little feet during an intimate family session at home, I treasure the opportunity to document every chapter of your life.

"I’ve followed along with Nikki & her photography skills since she first began her time behind a camera. Her technique, talent, & skill is so beautiful. I couldn’t have imagined anyone else being our photographer on our wedding day. Both my husband & I felt like models the entire day - Nikki makes you feel so comfortable and captures all the moments that slip by in such a blur that day. We cannot thank you enough, Nikki!"
Danielle, 4 years ago
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Unabridged Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,500
  • Serves Forest Park, IL

From my first moment as a wedding photographer, I knew I wanted to kick tradition to the curb. I was tried of seeing wedding photography that excluded the communities that I hold closest. I work hard to form a real connection with each of my clients to craft an experience that captures their unique spirit.

Ashley is so perceptive and talented! I told her a little bit about us and our style and she created the right balance between moodiness and fun that we wanted. She always got back to us just under 24 hours and answered every question that we had. She is dedicated to her clients and their needs. I enjoyed being in her company because she made us feel comfortable. She understood our needs and never pressured us to do anything out of our comfort zone. We are a more laid back, care-free couple, so we gave Ashley lots of space to experiment and it definitely paid off. If nothing else has convinced you, we have already booked our 1 year anniversary photos with her and I will continue to go back to her for any event that should be photographed.
Daniela, 3 months ago
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Peter Wynn Thompson Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,200
  • Serves Forest Park, IL

I began my career as a photojournalist working for newspapers and magazines documenting current events, sports and pop culture. Creating meaningful images is at the heart of being a photojournalist and it's this mentality that I bring to my wedding photography. I work to create timeless images that truly tell the story of one of the most important days of your life.

Peter was recommended to us, by our sister and brother in-law. When we met him, he was so down to earth and easy to work with! He even was able to make my husband smile! He made it easy to feel comfortable in front of the camera, as we chatted about all of our travel adventures! When it came to our wedding date, we had to postpone due to Covid-19. He was so thoughtful and understanding and kept in touch with us throughout this hard time. He was so reachable and always answered my many phone calls and texts! When we decided to get married with a small ceremony in my parents’ backyard, he was there to capture all of the memories! We cannot wait to work with him when it comes time to have our big wedding with all our family and friends, as well as all of our life’s milestones we want to be captured! We continuously get compliments on the pictures he has shot for us! He has an amazing eye for detail! There is no better photographer than him!!!
Lindsey, 4 years ago
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Bob & Dawn Davis Photography & Design 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $11,500
  • Serves Forest Park, IL

We are blessed to photography many weddings & events around the world. We've had the honor to photograph many celebs as well. All our clients are a blessing & we know it’s an honor to be chosen to photograph their memorable event. We are grateful to all who has given us the privilege to work with them. We strive to tell our couple’s story & reflect their energy in each photograph. Like Elton John & Bernie Taupin, we work in two rooms: Bob is the principal photographer & handles all the logistics of our shoots. Dawn completes our vision by editing photos & making each image sing, then designs a fine art book to encapsulate the each story.

Bob & Dawn were nothing short of amazing to work with. My husband and I changed our wedding plans quite a bit, but decided to move forward with a small and intimate wedding on our original date. Bob & Dawn were so accommodating and easy to work with, they took a ton of stress off my plate. Every single picture from our day is perfect. Bob captured every moment that I was hoping for....AND MORE. I feel as if I have an intimate relationship with the two of them now, they were involved in some pretty important and special moments of my life, and I am so grateful to have met them and gotten to work with them during a stressful time. Although I had a COVID wedding, you would truly never tell from our photos and everything I was hoping for was delivered by this dynamic duo. I know I will stay in touch with them over the years, and am grateful to have worked with them when I did!
Jenna F., 3 years ago
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Golden LYT Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Forest Park, IL

LATOSHA IS A FUN-LOVING CHICAGO WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER WHO BELIEVES IN CAPTURING LAUGHTER AND LOVE TO CREATE STUNNING WEDDING PHOTOS. WITH HER INFECTIOUS PERSONALITY AND RELAXED APPROACH, SHE CREATES A JOYFUL ATMOSPHERE THAT BRINGS OUT THE BEST IN COUPLES, RESULTING IN MAGICAL IMAGES. LATOSHA'S EXCEPTIONAL SKILLS, WARM PERSONALITY, AND TALENT FOR MAKING EVERYONE FEEL COMFORTABLE MAKE HER THE PERFECT CHOICE FOR COUPLES SEEKING BOTH INCREDIBLE PHOTOGRAPHS AND A TRUSTED FRIEND THROUGHOUT THE WEDDING PLANNING PROCESS.

Is always a pleasure to work with GoldenLYT photography. She is the best in what she does and she doesn’t well. Make it easy for us.
Epic Filmz, 7 months ago
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Big Day Photo and Video 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,495
  • Serves Forest Park, IL

Looking for a fun Illinois wedding photos or wedding videos? We are a talented team of wedding photographers and wedding videographers that service the Chicagoland area, Chicago suburbs, and beyond. It's your big day- we want to provide a good mix of candid shots as well as dynamic posing to bring your memories to life. Utilize our easy booking process to take the stress out of wedding planning today and let us celebrate with you.

Thomas does superior work. My wife and I met with him and were instantly charmed: he doesn't deal in gimmicks (photographic or otherwise) or try to pump you for add-ons. He does solid work and helped us through trying to figure out the logistics of engagement and wedding photography (we're not too creative but he certainly is!)
Phong, N., 2 years ago
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Karly Ellis Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,850
  • Serves Forest Park, IL

Hello HELLO! I am SO glad that you have found your way here. There is nothing I love more than a perfect wedding day. I consider myself a Chicago Wedding Photographer but I am always willing to travel for your next party! To introduce myself, my name is Karly Payne. My maiden name is Ellis hence the Karly Ellis Photography. I got married in July of 2021 so I know how exciting this time is!! I hope you are totally enjoying your time being engaged. Choosing a photographer is one of the hardest parts. You want to make sure you find a photographer where you not only love their work, but your personalities CLICK.

I would highly recommend working with Karly as your wedding photographer! We had an absolutely incredible experience with her during our engagement photo shoot, and she carried that same energy and care into our wedding day. Karly made us and our family members feel comfortable throughout the wedding day. She remembered specific pictures I had asked for in the days leading up to our wedding. She also tailored things to our wants and needs while also giving her professional input, which was highly appreciated. Not only did Karly make the wedding day itself so lovely, but she also got us sneak peek pictures extremely quickly! It was so amazing to be able to share a few wedding pictures with family and friends so soon after our wedding day. I cannot recommend Karly enough!!!
Kyra H., 2 months ago

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About wedding photographers in Forest Park, IL

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

A Forest Park, IL wedding photographer ranges from $220 to $20,000 and averages at $3,000. The cost reflects the number of hours included, if there is a second photographer, any prints or albums, and, most importantly, the experience of the photographer. But every snapshot they take is a priceless memory of your big day — way better than your bestie's blurry smartphone pics, right?

Do most photographers include a second photographer?

94% of photographers in Forest Park, 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 Forest Park, 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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