The Best Storytelling Wedding Videographers in South Elgin, IL

The Best Storytelling Wedding Videographers in South Elgin, IL

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48 Wedding Videographers in South Elgin, IL

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Homa Film and Photo 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves South Elgin, IL

We capture moment to create memories. We tell your story with our lenses so that years from now you can go back and see all the big and small things from your special day. We know how important it was for us to relive our special day and we want to provide that to all the couple we meet! We absolutely love to tell stories in our own unique way!

Awarded Best of Zola
Aadhiv & Sagarika from Homa Film & Photo were an absolute dream to work with and we had the best experience working with them. They worked so well with each other and kept us laughing and relaxed throughout (which is no easy feat when you are doing a large multicultural wedding). They were on time, professional, and prepared. On top of that, they delivered exactly what they promised and SO MUCH MORE. We were floored by the video they made of our wedding; it was beautiful, captivating, and perfect. It exceeded all my expectations. They are amazing artists and you will not be let down!
Shelby & N., 3 years ago
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Lawrence Connor Films 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $2,950
  • Serves South Elgin, IL

I love coffee. I never leave home without it. I’m easy going. I love to chill. I’m a huge sports fan and I love watching Skip Bayless and others argue on Fox. Basketball was my first love and even in my thirties I still daydream about playing in the NBA. As a teenager, while most of my peers were listening to 2Pac and Biggie, I preferred Marvin Gaye, Al Green and The Temptations. I’ve been told that I have an old soul. At the end of the day I love life, I love my job and my customers always come first.

Awarded Best of Zola
It’s very important that the photographers and videographers not only get along with, but work well together. Making sure you’re not in each others shots and staying creative through the day. We had a great time working alongside Lawrence and his second videographer. I highly recommend them for your big day!
Lacie Whitesell, a year ago
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Anchored Films 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $3,850
  • Serves South Elgin, IL

- I love running, dogs, donuts, yoga pants, Parks + Rec, Sherlock Holmes and a ton of other random stuff. - I am originally from San Diego, CA so adjusting to Chicago winters has been ROUGH. - My husband and I love to travel and find new adventures together, but also really enjoy a night in having absolutely no plans. I personally have always been in love with stories. Reading them, listening to them and finally telling them. There is something so incredible about how good stories can draw out deep emotion. THAT is what I love.

We were able to work with both Katie and Andrew. They were so professional and easy to work with. They gave pointers and tips to make our pictures turn out incredible. They are great people who are so kind and fun to have around on your big day. We cannot wait to see how our video turns out!
Maddie L., 4 months ago
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Caleb Lee Productions 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves South Elgin, IL

Caleb Lee Productions is a family-owned wedding videography company operating out of Bartlett, IL. We are a husband-and-wife duo that is devoted to creating custom life event films. We look forward to capturing the uniqueness of your love story, with every detail and moment accounted for. Combining Caleb's passion for filmmaking with Brittany's strengths as a coordinator we aim to give you a seamless videography experience and an elegant final piece.

Caleb Lee Productions is an absolute dream team! Caleb and Brittany were fantastic in keeping us on schedule and made the entire day flow smoothly. They have a remarkable talent for allowing the couple to be their authentic selves on camera, capturing genuine moments that they’ll cherish forever. Their direction with the family was effortless and made everyone feel comfortable. As a wedding planner I couldn’t be happier with their work—highly recommend them to anyone looking for top-notch videography!
Haylie Scherr, 3 months ago
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Rhys Ladhani Media 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $2,200
  • Serves South Elgin, IL

Our approach to wedding filmmaking is simple- deliver the most sincere, organic recollection of the day by acting as unnoticeably as possible. By eliminating the pressures of being filmed, our couples are able to enjoy each moment of their day and be truly present in the experience, providing us with an authentic and emotional collection of frames. Weddings are our passion and we enjoy being able to assist with planning, coordinating and timeline creation throughout the months leading up to your big day. We’re with you every step of the way and are dedicated to creating the best possible version of your love story.

Rhys was great to work with!! He provided so much guidance leading up to the wedding day, going over my timeline and making recommendations based on how long he's seen things take. He also provides a list of suggested do's and dont's that you wouldn't realize have an impact on the video - it was so helpful!! Before the wedding he also has a prep call to go over all the details and any notes/requests we have for the videos (vibe we're looking for, any cinematic requests, song requests, etc.) He was another great presence to have the day of! We haven't gotten the video back yet but right after our wedding we got an email that lists out all the steps they take throughout video production. We've since gotten emails every time our video has moved to the next step. The communication from Rhys since we booked has been so incredible!
Jamie, a year ago
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Emily Hogan Visuals 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves South Elgin, IL

Hi, I am Emily! I'm happy that you've landed on my page. I specialize in covering videography as well as photography. I have been shooting weddings since 2013. I fell in love with watching people be in love! You can't find a better gig. I went on to receive my Bachelor of Arts in 2019. I've really been able to put my education to work in regards to all things wedding films. When I'm not shooting weddings, I am doing real estate photography, binge watching Bob's Burgers and Saturday Night Live, or most likely eating something delicious. ;)

Awarded Best of Zola
I loved working with Emily!! She was soooo prepared, even when I wasn't! She had everything readily available, communication was quick and on point, and was able to direct our families with ease (and they're not easy haha)! Her turn around time to get my photos back was very quick and the quality was beautiful! Also, the amount of photos I got back was abundant!! Thank you Emily for capturing our day in the most beautiful way!!
Stephanie and G., 4 years ago
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TreeHouse Creative 

4.8

  • Storytelling style
  • Serves South Elgin, IL

We're all about telling epic love stories – no cookie-cutter stuff here. Based in Miami but up for an adventure anywhere, we're not your average wedding videographers. Think of us as your partners in memory-making. We'll be there laughing, dancing, and capturing every crazy, beautiful moment. Our mission is simple: make your love shine. No rules, no boredom. Your love story is one-of-a-kind, and that's how we approach filming it. We're not just about the big scenes; we're into the little details, the stolen glances, the goofy grins – everything that makes your love yours.

Awarded Best of Zola
My husband and I had the absolute best experience working with Trey and team. Trey truly took the time to learn about us as individuals, who we are together, what mattered to us most, and our vision for our wedding day. He is personable and professional and will truly feel like a friend that you are excited to see when the big day comes. Our video turned out better than we could’ve ever imagined and it is such a treasure to have such an elegantly captured representation of our day to look back on. It has also been the perfect way to share our experience with family and friends who weren’t able to make it. Watching the days events unfold through the perspective of a guest is such a cool experience and had us falling in love with the day all over again. Working with Trey was a flawless and stress free experience and took the pressure off us because he really was able to lead our team through the events seamlessly. We are so happy with the finished products down to being obsessed with the song choices he picked. He took all our feedback and ideas into consideration and just made our video spectacular. He is truly an artist in videography and we cannot recommend working with him enough!
Claire G., 5 months ago
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Jimmy Shin Films 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $8,800
  • Serves South Elgin, IL

Create timeless, emotional story-driven Love Story Film that never gets old. You are going to have your own personal love story film that YOU are the hero and watch it every wine night / anniversary day with your loved one so you can transport right back to that day, reminisce about your beautiful memories with loved ones and remind how beautiful your love story is.

Awarded Best of Zola
I looked at SO MANY wedding videos and they were all so similar and cookie cutter. They were lacking something but I couldn’t put my finger on it. THEN I FOUND JIMMY SHIN. I watched his videos and found myself sobbing at strangers videos! He made me feel like I knew the bride and groom after just 7 minutes. He's so good! Jimmy will take your wedding video and turn it into the most beautiful story. The video he made for us just so beautifully captured my husband and I's day! It's a video i'll cherish for the rest of my life. I can't wait for our kids to be able to watch it. UGH, seriously hire this man and you won't regret it. Best wedding money we spent. https://www.youtube.com/watch?viVAKZzODr6E
Danie W., 3 months ago
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Kendal Nicole Photo/Video 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $2,200
  • Serves South Elgin, IL

Knowing firsthand how special this moment is, and how nervous you may feel, my mission is to make you comfortable and be true to yourself.  Whether you are having an intimate wedding in a backyard or an elopement on a mountain top, I’m ready with my camera. All my focus is on you. It’s all about raw emotions, having fun, and creating memories that will last a lifetime. 

Awarded Best of Zola
It's not easy to find photographers & videographers who are the whole package, but Kendal knocked it out of the park both times I have worked with her! She is super knowledgeable, talented, and has such fantastic vision that she brings to fruition. I highly recommend Kendal to anyone looking to capture their special memories!
Christie C., 2 years ago
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Taylor Street Media 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves South Elgin, IL

Taylor Street Media is boutique creative studio based in Chicago, IL, led by Marlon Taylor, a multidisciplinary artist with 10 years of experience capturing weddings, advertising content and events. We appreciate your interest in our work & would like to share more about our creative voice & process. Similarly, we'd love to learn about you!

If you want someone who not only meets but exceeds expectations, look no further than Taylor Street Media! From the initial consultation to the big day, their attention to detail was impeccable. The professionalism, creativity, and genuine passion for their craft truly set them apart. Our guests are still raving about the video and content that Taylor Street Media provided us.
The B., 10 months ago
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J'adore Video 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves South Elgin, IL

My name is Lance and I'm the owner of J'adore Video, based in Chicago and serving happy couples all over the world! I started filming weddings professionally in 2007 and have filmed over 400 weddings in my career, covering many different cultures, faiths, and beliefs.

Lance was such a pleasure to work with! We had both a feature video and a music video and couldn’t be happier with the results! Day of the wedding he worked great with our photographer and was fantastic at giving directions to make us feel comfortable in front of the camera. He had so many creative ideas that turned out amazing in the final product! He was able to capture some of favorite moments of the wedding day (both during the ceremony/reception and behind the scenes) and we are so thankful that we were able to work with him!
Sally O., 4 months ago
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Weddings by Jazmin 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves South Elgin, IL

Hi, I'm Jazmin! I’m passionate about what I do and love creating and capturing genuine, candid moments. I’m there to capture the joy, laughter, emotion, and beauty of your wedding day. I love it when my couples relax, go with the flow, and enjoy themselves. My mission is to help put your love story on display for the world with the memories we capture together — and have an amazing time in the process!

Awarded Best of Zola
Thank you for filming our wedding! I was crying when I watched our wedding video. From the beginning, communication with you was very comforting and easy. I felt very confident in my choice for a wedding videographer! On our wedding day, I could tell you were capturing all of the important details and moments, even though I was super busy and distracted most of the time! Watching our wedding made all of the stress and nervousness I was feeling seem like nothing at all! I’m crying, writing this! Thank you so much. For anyone reading, do not hesitate to hire Jazmin! She is the best wedding videographer and shows you how much she cares about you and your wedding day! She has a beautiful and kind heart!
Loren M., 8 months ago
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The Honeymooners Productions 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $5,900
  • Serves South Elgin, 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!

My husband and I got married last May and it was a dream day. The Honeymooners only added to the magic of it! Luke and Maddie were made for this job because they value their relationship with you and it shows through the care and joy they bring to your day. We felt so comfortable with them around us and our bridal party and they helped create an atmosphere of joy and fun! Not only are they wonderful to have around on the day of but our video turned out AMAZING! They captured the atmosphere of our wedding perfectly and is a video we will always treasure! We are so thankful we chose them for our footage!
Rebecca, 4 years ago
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Deluxx Productions 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $10,000
  • Serves South Elgin, IL

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

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

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $4,997
  • Serves South Elgin, IL

Your wedding or elopement is one full of raw moments, and it is our job to weave these together cohesively. We always approach each film with a detail-oriented eye, considering you, the film, the composition, the audio, the lighting, and everything in between, to ensure we achieve a comprehensive film with an emotional impact. It is also a priority of ours that your film resonates with your spirit. That it represents you, your story, your love, and your style authentically. That's why we get to know you and your partner well and cater to your preferred look.

These guys doesn't just capture your wedding, they tell the story of your legacy! Every step of the way they communicate how to grab the best shots that come together to make a gorgeous after video! I can't recommend Monstera enough!
Travis Barron, 8 months ago
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Til Death Photo Film 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves South Elgin, IL

A husband and wife photo video team based in Illinois, but say the word, and we are out of here! We absolutely love to travel and explore new places! So many of our clients have become our friends because We love getting to know you, and your family and friends and making everyone comfortable in front of the camera while capturing the real essence of you and everyone you love. We have been together for seventeen years, married for six. We truly are best friends who love working together and we think this shows in our work when shooting weddings together!

Mixing natural Beauty with creativity this photos are stunning. My Daughter was in heaven working with them. No stress, easy to work with and kept everything on schedule. I highly recommend them for your event!
Kelly N., a year ago
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Alex V Films 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $2,435
  • Serves South Elgin, IL for additional fees

Here at Alex V Films, we believe that each of the films we create should be as unique and special as the clients they belong to! No two love stories are identical, so we produce films that fit the aesthetics, vibes, and styles of our couples and to showcase the real you. Our cinematic quality truly makes our films a timeless keepsake, so rewatching your film will be just as special as the first time! We take the time to get to know exactly what you are looking for so you can trust that your film will truly reflect your vision. Each of our films beautifully handcrafted and made with the utmost care and love!

Awarded Best of Zola
Finding the right videographer was incredibly important to us because we wanted more than just photos. We wanted to capture the voices, the laughter, the tears, the movement—every emotion that made our day unforgettable. At first, we struggled to find a connection with the work we saw, but after months of searching online, we came across Alex V Films, and his work left a lasting impression on us. It was exactly what we had been searching for. From the moment we met Alex, his warm personality and passion for his craft put us completely at ease. He took the time to understand our vision, showing incredible attention to detail and truly listening to what we wanted. His talent for capturing not only the big moments but also those small, candid interactions brought everything to life in a way we could only dream of. Alex was able to beautifully weave our vows into the movement and storytelling of our film, bringing each word to life. In my vows, I shared a memory about my papa. As he approached his final days, I asked him, “Papa, what can you tell me about love?” He gently touched his chest and said, “You feel it in your heart.” Alex captured this moment with such care; as I spoke the words, “my papa touched his chest,” the video transitioned to my wife, sliding her hand gently down my chest, mirroring my papa’s gesture. It was as if he had breathed life into our vows, capturing not just the words, but the emotion and legacy behind them. Alex made the experience of working with him enjoyable. Throughout the process, his communication was top-notch, and professionalism shone through every step of the way. He was attentive of our needs and made the process easy. Alex didn’t just record our day—he captured its essence. Every look, every laugh, every precious detail we wanted to hold onto is now a part of a beautiful memory we’ll cherish for a lifetime. These are moments that photos alone could never fully capture; they’re filled with emotions that will be felt and connected to for years to come. At the beginning of this process, Alex was a stranger. As we got to know him we felt as though he became a friend. We’re forever grateful to have found Alex, who created more than just a video—he created a keepsake of our love and joy that we will cherish for a lifetime.
Lauren & S., 8 days ago
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Salt and Ivy Films 

4.6

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves South Elgin, IL for additional fees

SWFL husband and wife team who love capturing videography + photography for weddings and elopements! Salt and Ivy is our small business local to the Fort Myers area, and have been able to provide service for the last 10+ years. We provide quality, timeless, breathtaking footage and film for all the amazing bride and grooms whom give us the opportunity to do so. We happily capture elopements, Weddings, Vow Renewals, and Proposal/Engagements!

Salt and Ivy Films were the perfect choice for our wedding videography. From our first interaction, their communication was prompt, friendly, thorough, and thoughtful - they made the entire process efficient and stress-free. The quality of their work was excellent, with a cinematic, powerful, and beautifully moving final product that captured all the special moments of our day. They even helped support me by assisting with my dress and accessories when we were hiking for some scenic shots. As true professionals, Salt and Ivy Films exceeded our expectations and we would highly recommend them to any couple planning their wedding.
Dhinna M., 2 months ago
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AVisuals 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves South Elgin, IL for additional fees
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Akiem has built a young and successful career as a content creator in the professional sports industry. He has worked with respectable brands including, USA Hockey, USA Soccer, NFL Flag, RISE and more. However, during 2020 COVID put a stop on sports, and that allowed him to discover a new passion- an undeniable love for wedding photography and videography “I want my clients to experience my love for creativity and storytelling through serving them on the most important day of their lives.”

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Working with A’Kiem for our intimate outdoor wedding, was a dream! Even before the day itself, he was very professional, communicative, and thoughtful. A’kiem had done his research on Boston and was able to suggest locations for pictures that would also highlight our beautiful city. His prices are fair and the service he provided was worth every penny. We love that A’Kiem took the time to listen to us. He went above and beyond to highlight the things that knew were most important to us in creative ways. Excellent service! 10/10 NO REGRETS!!!!!
Diamond & D., a year ago
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Films by Emelie 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $6,000
  • Serves South Elgin, IL for additional fees

I grew up in a small town on the west coast of Sweden and while my heart will always long for the ocean breeze, I have made Indiana my home together with my husband, Ryan, and our three children, Felix, Axel and Elinora. I specialize in wedding films that capture all those fleeting moments; the nerves, the excitement, the happy tears, the joy, and the pure love unfolding on one of the most special days of your life.

Emelie is a dream to work with! She takes time to get to know you as a couple and really customizes her work to be as unique as the couple. We are already in love with our teaser film and footage she captured during our engagement session. She is so thoughtful and kind as well, which makes us feel so good entrusting her to capture our wedding! Thank you Emelie!!!
Abbey B., a year ago
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Shannon Talamo Films 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves South Elgin, IL for additional fees

We're a boutique wedding production company who prides ourselves on providing beautiful, memorable films for all of our clients that reflect who they are and what their wedding day truly was. We believe that a true wedding film should be more than just slow motion footage set to music. We want to capture the action, the sound, the entire feeling of the day. Your wedding film should let you see, hear, and re-live things as they happened in a unique, artistic way. We're not about artificially staging moments; we want to bring out the beauty in how you enjoyed and celebrated on the wedding day.

Awarded Best of Zola
Shannon and his team were just amazing - we loved our film, and I think I've probably watched it a thousand times. I love how he incorporated our celebrant's words from the homily into the whole video; it was so poignant and just puts me back in the moment whenever I put it on. He is the absolute best and we could not be more pleased with what he delivered.
Shelby, 4 years ago
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Mitchell Gaston Films 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves South Elgin, IL for additional fees

I began my filmmaking journey twenty years ago in middle school, making silly videos with my friends in the backyards of Indiana. Somewhere along the way I got a chance to film a wedding and I haven't looked back since.

As a wedding venue owners of The Wilds Wedding Venue in Bloomington, Indiana (www.thewildsvenue.com), we have had the unique opportunity to work alongside several amazing wedding industry vendors. In doing so, we’ve grown to greatly appreciate Mitchell Gaston Films. Their team is not only incredibly talented, but are also experienced, true professionals. If you're looking for an amazing videography experience and film, look no further!
Alison Faulkner, 4 years ago
Blush Weddings 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves South Elgin, IL for additional fees

We’re Kristyn and Jon! We’ve been together since 2014 and got married in 2019 with an epic disaster of a wedding! We planned it so carefully and thought of every detail so we could give our guests the ultimate experience (being wedding pros and all) and ended up with a monsoon that caused our tent to start collapsing! In the end, nothing went as planned except that we did what we set out to do- marry each other! While we can’t control the weather on your day, we can make it an amazing, fun-filled experience and be able to tell your story in the most authentic way possible, creating a work of art with your memories at the center of it.

Look no further if you desire a wedding experience that transcends the mundane sea of cookie-cutter shots saturating every wedding site. Enter Blush Weddings, led by the dynamic duo, Kristyn and Jon, who orchestrated nothing short of a magical documentation of our November wedding. Their commitment soared to unparalleled heights, surpassing the ordinary as they not only traveled for our wedding but embarked on an international journey to capture our special day. Amidst our guests weaving through various locations and etching cherished memories, Kristyn and Jon skillfully seized every fleeting moment. Their dedication, exceeding all expectations, ensured the meticulous capture of every planned highlight. The resulting pictures were not just commendable; they were downright extraordinary. Opting for both a wedding highlight video and ceremony video, our expectations were not only met but exceeded with a resounding delight. For those wavering on the brink of selecting a company for their special occasion, cease the endless review reading and promptly secure your date with Blush Weddings. To authentically bask in their professionalism, warmth, and innovation, start with engagement photos and a video – as we did. Brace yourself for a swift realization of the exceptional quality that awaits; the impending "I told you so" moment will be unequivocally worth it. Choose Blush Weddings for an unparalleled visual narrative that defies the ordinary and embraces pure magic.
Ray & E., 9 months ago
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Bakari Kamal Productions 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves South Elgin, IL

Bakari Kamal Productions is a black-owned media company focused on visual storytelling. Our owner has been doing videography for 10+ years and has learned how to capture and retell life's most important moments through visual media. Our specialty is using cinematic imagery and authentic audio to tell the story of your wedding day.

Everything from the initial meeting to our wedding day was absolutely seamless. Bakari Kamal studios not only delivered a beautiful final product, but their service was unmatched. They made sure we got everything we wanted and captured our big day in such a way that we didn’t even know they were there! Loved working with Bakari and his team and highly recommend for anyone looking for quality work with a caring and skilled team.
Tiara S., 2 years ago

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About wedding videographers in South Elgin, IL

How much do couples typically pay for wedding videography in South Elgin, IL?

In South Elgin, IL, wedding videography ranges from $700 to $10,000 and averages at $2,500. The cost reflects the videographer's ability to capture and edit the footage of your special day.

Do most videographers capture drone footage?

92% of videographers in South Elgin, IL have Drone capabilities!

Which are the most popular videographers in South Elgin, IL?

Some of the most popular videographers in this area include Ledd Lens LLC, Photo and Film (Video Listing), RayNae Motion Media & Photo and Still Time Media LLC.

What's the most common type of deliverables for videographers in South Elgin, IL?

Most videographers offer a Highlight reel or Short feature deliverable.

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