The Best Wedding Vendors in Varna, IL

The Best Wedding Vendors in Varna, IL

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492 Wedding Vendors in Varna, IL

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Captured By Morgan 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Varna, IL

NOW OFFERING 50% OFF REMAINING 2024 DATES! I'm Morgan and I've been a professional portrait photographer for 10 years and a wedding photographer for 6. I'm based in Illinois and travel all over the Midwest capturing people's love stories. I strongly believe that everyone deserves photographs that reflect their true personality and spirit, without any need for awkward posing. As your photographer, my priority is to create a comfortable and relaxed environment. I'll guide you through each step of the process so that you can simply be yourself and let your natural beauty shine.

She successfully captured every single moment of our special day. She works quick, which I loved, and kept our wedding party in line! Super energetic and fun the entire day. We loved how attentive she was throughout the entire process. Her confidence made me feel at ease!
Alex M., a year ago
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Complete Weddings + Events Central IL (DJ) 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Serves Varna, IL

Hi there! We're Jordan and Libbi Sweet. We’re a recently married couple, so we COMPLETEly understand how stressful the wedding planning process can be. We're honored that you're considering Complete for your Big Day! While we've been in the wedding industry for 9 years, Complete has been around as a company offering DJ, Photography, Videography, Photobooth, Lighting and Coordination services for an AMAZING 40 years! As a full service wedding company, our greatest joy is being able to make your event effortless and magical. Let's work together to make your big day EASY. SIMPLE. COMPLETE

Working with Complete Weddings and Events was probably the best decision we made for our wedding! DJ the DJ and photographers, Sara and Jessica, were outstanding. They were exceptionally organized, communicative, and highly skilled, providing incredible value for an amazing price. From start to finish, the Complete Weddings and Events team demonstrated a clear, friendly, and proactive communication style that put us at ease and allowed us to fully enjoy our special day. We cannot recommend them highly enough!
Emily S., a month ago
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Alison Miller Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,300
  • Serves Varna, IL

Heyyoo! I'm Alison! I am a central Illinois based photographer serving central Illinois and beyond. I shoot seniors, families, couples, and mostly weddings! I have been doing photography professionally for several years now. I have had sessions and weddings all over the US and I am willing to travel! I love meeting new people and seeing how they love each other! I enjoy the outdoors (farm raised gal right here!), admiring art, online shopping, plants, good ice cream, traveling, and spending time with my friends and family. I married my best friend, Cole, in 2018 and we have a 4-year-old and one year old daughter that are so much fun!

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Alison did amazing work on our wedding photos! She was incredibly friendly, enthusiastic, and easy to work with. Our conversations before the wedding day made me feel prepared and comfortable. I will be calling her first when I need a photographer.
Beckah, 2 years ago
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Milkweed Moments 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $2,600
  • Serves Varna, IL
  • Offer

Homeschoolin, Home birthin, and Holistic mama that loves to capture Life and Love in it's truest moments and forms. My business has been a decade in the making from falling in love with photography in high school, to now... My love for Milkweed and my time spent living in Iowa has inspired my business name. I used to live near a conservation center with fields of milkweed. My children and I spent many days enjoying this haven of beauty and were blessed to see thousands of Monarch butterflies migrate to the Milkweed. I realize how fleeting these moments are and would love to capture your story!

So easy to work with and professional! My labor went very quickly so photos were in the immediate postpartum. I love how each detail was captured so intimately to tell the story, so I can look back on those moments. She respected the environment and helped in any way to make sure I felt cared for-above and beyond being a photographer. We also did some newborn/family photos a few days later and she was very patient with my full of energy toddler, all while capturing the sweet details of our newborn. All of the photos are beautiful!! When I asked for a few edits to the gallery it was done and updated for me quickly.
Paige S., 4 months ago
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Universalist Unitarian Church of Peoria 

5.0

Peoria, IL
  • Venue
  • Up to 300 guests
  • Select services
  • Indoor
  • Starts at $1,500

Contemporary, liberal church sanctuary, bridal suite and fellowship Hall. ADA accessible, air conditioning, large parking lot, 7 acres of woodland, fenced in children's play area, outdoor patio. Sanctuary holds approximately 300 people, fellowship Hall holds 20 available 5' round tables with 6 to 8 people at each table. We have 5' round tables, folding chairs and 8 ft rectangle tables available. Piano and historic organ available in sanctuary. Zoom functionality and two projection screens in sanctuary, audio/ video techs available, pianist/ organist available, use of any caterers of your choice.

ALL of our needs were met. It has been quite some time since we had our civil union. BUT, I wouldn't change a thing and would do it all over again.
Annie & L., a year ago
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J.Blu Design 

5.0

  • Florist
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Varna, IL

J.Blu Design is a wedding and event floral studio providing beautiful, creative, high-end bouquets, centerpieces, and arrangements for your wedding day or special event. I focus on providing outstanding customer service and assistance throughout your planning process to create flowers that reflect your style and identity.

Working with Julie was absolutely fantastic! The number one thing on my wedding list was amazing, unique florals! I am not naturally a creative person. All I had to do was meet with Julie and give her some general color direction, and she knocked it out of the park! Everything about our December wedding was totally unique, elegant, and beautiful! Her creativity will think of things you don't even find on pinterest!
Marie and T., 4 years ago
Initial Impressions 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Serves Varna, IL

Hello! My name is Samantha Tomblin, owner of Initial Impressions. I’ve been doing photography for about 13 years now. The moment I began photographing, I fell in love with the whole process. My favorite part is capturing love, personalities and emotions in a still image. I’m a people person and love getting to know each of my clients, which I believe helps create a fun relaxing atmosphere at each of my sessions.

Samantha and her second shooter, Katie, were fantastic to work with. We were a bit hesitant working with someone we didn't know from personal connections, but the positive reviews convinced us it was worth a shot. We are very thankful we hired Initial Impressions! From the beginning, Samantha communicated clearly and frequently. She was super patient with us, a bride and groom who weren't exactly sure what they wanted and were often slow at getting back to her, and helped us draft a schedule for the photographers for the Big Day. She was really good about letting us make decisions and augmenting them with her expert advice. On the day of, she and Katie were supportive and kind while being unobtrusive. I was surprised when we got our photos back to see moments that I had no idea they had captured! Extremely professional and excellent at capturing special moments. Speaking of getting photos back, Initial Impressions sent us the whole gallery only 3 weeks after the event with over 800 photos. We absolutely love them! From her consistent communication, ability to guide indecisive people, pleasant attitude, and superb professionalism, we would 100% work with Initial Impressions again.
Charlotte Y., 6 months ago
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Albany Capture Film & Photography Studios 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,499
  • Serves Varna, 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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Flower Moxie – Do-It-Yourself Wedding Flowers 

4.8

  • Florist
  • Starts at $350
  • Serves Varna, IL

In 2013, 8-year wedding veteran Amy McCord Jones realizes she wouldn't be able to afford to hire her own floral services if she was a bride. Then, Amy discovers that there is basically zero help available for DIY brides. No flower recipes. No instructions. No access to florist-grade blooms. Rude. So she launches Flower Moxie! Flower Moxie remains a humble, tucked-away small business out of Oklahoma City. We don’t zoom around on scooters in some fancy high-rise. We stock an average kitchen with canned wine and Aldi chips and listen to true crime podcasts while photographing curvy ranunculus. Join us. There’s cake, hugs, and acceptance here.

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We were on a strict budget for our wedding. I knew that florals would be the best way to save on some of the huge wedding costs. I found out about Flower Moxie from googling where I would get wholesale flowers. I was immediately hooked once I saw the flower options, tutorials, and worksheets to help plan out my special day. I am very big on organization, and this website had resources for every step of the way. I found the perfect combination of flowers for my boho wedding. I ordered the flowers about 2 months before our big day. It was a destination wedding, so I was checking into our airbnb on the day the flowers were arriving. I had them scheduled to be delivered at the Fedex holding center near by. I thought the company only used Fedex shipping based on my research. I went into full panic mode when I saw the flowers had been shipped by UPS. I immediately called UPS and Fedex, and to be honest I was stunned at the behavior on the other side of the phone. The flowers were still in transit, and no one would help me with rerouting. I called Flower Moxie to see if they could change things on their side as they were the sender. Luis answered the phone and it felt like I finally had someone looking out for me. I had already spent 4 hours on the phone with the shipping companies and gotten nowhere. Luis said he was on it and not to worry. I ordered enough flowers for 18 centerpieces, 70 bud vases, 8 bouquets, and 1 flower arch. Needless to say, it was quite the ordeal to reroute everything. Over the next 48 hours, Luis kept in constant contact with me about the progress of the shipment. I know I was on the phone for at least 6 hours with this ordeal, and I wouldn't be surprised if he had spent about 15 hours talking to UPS, Fedex, florists, and customs to get me my flowers. He made me feel calm and taken care of. Everyone was coming to me with questions and concerns the entire wedding week, and I can't express how it felt to have someone have my back, and take an extremely big tasks off my plate. I would absolutely recommend this company for DIY brides. And I hope this review is seen by Flower Moxie to highlight an outstanding employee with excellent customer service. In an age when it takes time and multiple attempts in order to talk to a person on the phone, I am so appreciative of the effort that was given by Luis for my wedding day. He made me feel like it was an important event for him too. Thank you Luis for making my wedding dreams come true! My sister also mentioned you in her MOH wedding speech. We were all impressed :)
Lisa T., a month ago
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Shutter and Sound 

4.9

  • Videographer
  • Cinematic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Varna, IL

Hi! Courtney here (that's me on the left!). Shutter and Sound is the brainchild of renowned wedding videographer Ryan Geldermann. Ryan began his wedding videography career in 2010 in Los Angeles and quickly became recognized as one of the top videographers in the U.S.. After relocating to DC and still receiving countless inquiries from all corners of the country, Ryan decided to recruit and train a few talented friends so he could continue offering the quality wedding videography he’s known for in SoCal and eventually over 10 cities. Shutter and Sound is a very small group of filmmakers dedicated to turning your big day into a work of art.

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We are thrilled with the stunning work of Shutter and Sound! Their highly talented videographers perfectly captured all the love and memories of our wedding day, and helped preserve them in film. Reliving the day by watching our highlight video brought us and our family to tears of joy. Every beautiful moment was captured with crystal-clear visuals from getting ready with our wedding attendants to our sparkler send off at the end of the night. The drone footage and details shots also perfectly blended with the rest of the film and helped set the stage for our perfect day. We can’t thank Shutter and Sound enough for the creativity and care they put into making our wedding video. I highly recommend!
Gabrielle O., 4 months ago
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Munaco Pictures (Wedding Videography) 

5.0

  • Videographer
  • Cinematic style
  • Starts at $2,999
  • Serves Varna, IL

Munaco Pictures specializes in cinematic wedding videography, as well as the highest quality live streams available today! We offer a variety of wedding films - - from 60 second teasers to 90 minute long form edits and everything in-between, our films truly capture the magic and ambience of your big day!

Awarded Best of Zola
If you are looking for the best videographer, stop looking and book Tom! You will not be disappointed!! Tom is an amazing artist who’s true talent is shown through his quality work. Professional and casually cool, Tom has shown us what a remarkable videographer can add to your already special day. His ability to capture emotions and beautiful moments is unmatched. Hands down the best vendor we booked throughout our entire wedding process, worth every penny! Tom, we cant thank you enough! Everyone who has watched our wedding trailer and highlight video is overcoming with emotion and loves it! They can not say enough good things and neither can we! If you want a beautiful, flawless memory that will last a lifetime, book Tom.
Niamh F., 4 years ago
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Once Like a Spark Wedding Co. 

4.7

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,845
  • Serves Varna, IL

More than a decade ago, two sisters - knew there had to be a better way to allow talented photographers and videographers to focus on what they do best -- create gorgeous art -- while providing couples with better support in the planning process. Together, they created an all-inclusive, stress-free environment where couples can choose from talented local photographers and videographers and work with a small team of planning experts equipped and eager to make everything a success. With the pressure gone, you can truly enjoy your big day. Relax and rest assured that all the emotional and moments will be documented with unmatched quality.

From the very first interaction, the team at Once Like a Spark Wedding Co. was incredibly responsive, patient, and detailed in their communication with us. On our wedding day, their incredible attention to detail was evident in the stunning photos they captured. They were constantly checking in with us throughout the reception to make sure we were getting all the shots we wanted. As a couple who isn't always comfortable in front of the camera, Mario made us feel at ease and was able to create the exact type of photos we had envisioned. Our wedding day was truly unforgettable, and we have Once Like a Spark to thank for preserving those memories so beautifully. We would absolutely recommend them to any couple planning their big day!
Dominique A., a month ago
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PictureMeThisByLacie 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Varna, IL
  • Offer

Just like you, I have felt awkward in front of the camera. I’ve had photos taken of me that I didn’t like. When you go on a session with me, I will not only make you feel comfortable, but I will make sure you look good! I will give you prompts to keep you moving and laughing. I’m sorry but there are some angles, and poses that are not flattering for everyone. Like, please don’t take a photo of me from below! Hello double chin! What I’m saying is, I got you!

Awarded Best of Zola
Lacie captured moments that took my breath away. Her style and skill is every bride’s dream. She delivers everything you adore from those Pinterest and Instagram wedding photos. So there is no question she can deliver what she is looking for. And we are beyond thrilled with all of our photos. The sneak peeks are also so much fun (she sends a batch of photos shortly after she shoots you). But where Lacie shines and what I have to tell you about is everything else. She truly went above and beyond. She’s not just a photographer, she’ll be one of your favorite people on your special day. Yes, Lacie is kind and friendly and comforting and just the kind of person you need on your wedding day (and who you wished you roomed with in college). But she is so much more. Here are just some of the few meaningful things Lacie did that I noticed that I’ll forever carry with me. Firstly, I had a very important rosary I wanted to photograph, and with the chaos, I had forgotten. It would have broken my heart if I left it behind. Lacie remembered. I got fixated on an insignificant hiccup on my wedding day that could have ruined my day. Lacie redirected my attention to the things that really mattered and brightened up my mood immediately. Leading up to the wedding, Lacie advocated for me and my husband ensuring us she was fully dedicated to only us on the day, literally saying “You and Sean are my priority.” Nobody and nothing would take her attention away from us. She was always quick to respond to texts, I could go to her for quick wedding advice, and she’s genuinely so passionate about her craft. Lacie could really be a wedding planner with how much she knows. Other vendors loved working with her, especially our videographers. She was so quick, efficient, and took initiative. She gave them space and skillfully took turns capturing moments with them. With a big wedding party and spacious venue, we kept losing track of people for pictures, Lacie corralled them masterfully. She’s not afraid to get people to focus and get the photos done, but also in the most polite and respectful way. I watched videos of brides saying I wish this or that moment was captured. Sometimes I’d forget whether I had those moments captured myself. Then I go to Lacie’s photos and every single thing that brides mentioned got missed by their photographer she captured for me. Her vibe! She’s so positive and cheery. I was so nervous and also worried about how dark my church was. She got me excited about it after turning it into a positive saying it would look like the theater and she could absolutely work with it. I texted her a shoot list the night before our wedding. She carried that around and took it so seriously making sure she captured everything I listed. I made a Pinterest board of photos I liked and she remembered ones I forgot I included in there. She was my favorite vendor (tied with my incredible florist @dazyflorals) and the vendor I had no worries about it. I didn’t have to check in with her. I could trust her with my eyes closed. She’d be where she needed to be on time, professional, and prepared. I’m going to miss her. Sign her and soak up her sunshine for me, will ya?
Emily, 23 days ago
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Latek Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves Varna, IL

Hi! I’m Connie! First of all congrats!🍾 ✨Thank you for visiting my profile and considering me as your photographer! I am so excited for your big day! Here are some things you might wanna know! I’m not typical photog- I don’t just arrive on your day, leave after few hours, and deliver few months later! I’m there for all the moments leading to the big day! You can hit me up any time- we can brainstorm all the ideas, timelines, all the tiniest details! I am a fan of Pinterest vision boards, sending each other tons of messages and be open about EVERYTHING! This is your day! Let’s make it all about YOU!

Awarded Best of Zola
When I tell you that my friends and family all commented on how breath taking our photos were, I am not exaggerating! My (now) husband and I had the best experience working with Connie. From our initial conversations, I knew she was the right photographer for us. She is super warm, creative, professional, and responsive. I let her know my vision and brainstormed ideas, and the end product was truly remarkable. My husband and I were both nervous that we would be awkward and stiff but Connie guided us through all the poses and we truly had so much fun. I highly recommend Latek Photography to any brides to be!
Pamela S., 3 months ago
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Wood & Word Blooms, sola wood floral designs (faux not fresh) 

5.0

  • Florist
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Varna, IL
  • Offer

Wood & Word Blooms is run by a Jen Angle, former teacher of 20+ years and specializes in using hand-painted wood flowers along with a faux, dried and preserved florals (nothing fresh here) to bring your wedding vision to life not just for that one glorious day but forever. Besides designing for you, I also offer DIY Wood Flower Experiences to create your wedding florals alongside me in person or virtually and 1:1 sessions to help DIY brides learn to do it themselves.

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Jen is incredible and worth every penny! My husband and I weren't very sure about how we wanted our wedding florals to look. We also didn't want to spend thousands of dollars on flowers that would only last a day. We stumbled upon wood flowers and discovered Wood and Word Blooms! Working with Jen was wonderful and seamless. She helps you every step of the way to figure out what you would like. The DIY class was so much fun, and we were able to build all of our centerpieces, boutonnières, and bouquets. Jen also built my cascade bouquet and beautiful garland for us! Everything came out so beautifully and was perfect for our day. Thank you Jen!
Bianca D., 5 months ago
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Oury Memories 

4.8

  • Photographer
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves Varna, IL

I have been a photographer for 8 years. Throughout my time as a photographer I’ve captured clothing, models, and memories. I shifted from corporate shootings to families and weddings because it gave me this warm fuzzy feeling when I edited my couples and families photos. Don’t be afraid to reach out to me and ask about my photography style, my editing style, or my favorite restaurant! I highly recommend scheduling a free consulting session!

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She was concise, timely and super helpful. Grace went above and beyond to ensure the day went amazing. She even helped button my dress when we were struggling. I would definitely recommend using her for your wedding. She will get everything and everyone together to ensure your photos are exactly what you want!
Sylvia S., 5 months ago
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The Simply Elegant Group 

5.0

  • Planner
  • Offers 7 services
  • Starts at $1,975
  • Serves Varna, IL

Lindsay has been in the events industry for years and has overseen hundreds of successful events. Her attention to detail and ability to handle any situation that arises with grace and ease allows her couples to relax and enjoy their wedding day. Lindsay not only plans weddings for our Simply Elegant couples but also trains our entire team of planners to ensure that every Simply Elegant wedding is flawless and our client's vision is fulfilled.

We truly had the most incredible experience with our planner, Kay. She stepped in two months out from our wedding and took over every piece of communication, coordinated everything behind the scenes, and ensured that everything was 100% ready before our wedding day. On our wedding weekend she was absolutely incredible. She was so thorough and efficient in coordinating each piece of our day. She was so patient and understanding and handled things head on as they happened. She made sure everything went perfectly to plan and our timelines were executed perfectly. She also is the sweetest human and is so easy to talk to, she makes everyone feel super comfortable. She not only coordinated our entire day but also took so many behind the scene photos for us on our wedding day which were so fun to look at the next day. She can truly do it all! We would absolutely recommend hiring Simply Elegant Group for your wedding planning!
Breanna U., 2 months ago
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Ledd Lens LLC, Photo and Film 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Varna, IL
  • Offer

We are team of traveling wedding photographers and videographers. For 2024, we have 90+ weddings booked in 29 different states. Our shooting style is photojournalistic, natural, CINEMATIC to traditional. Our editing and style depends. Very easygoing and flexible depending on the client's preference. Our team is dedicated in delivering memories.

Ledd Lens LLC provided exceptional photography and videography services for our wedding. From start to finish, their communication was clear, prompt, and stress-free. On the big day, the photographers and videographers blended seamlessly to capture all of the special moments without ever feeling intrusive. The end result is a gorgeous collection of photos and a wedding video that far exceeded our expectations in capturing the joy and love of our special day. We couldn't recommend Ledd Lens more highly for any couple looking to preserve beautiful memories of their wedding through top-notch photography and videography.
Lisset M., 4 months ago
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Abigail Saalfrank Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Varna, IL

You are probably assuming my about me section will have a story about how I always wanted to be a photographer, I came out of the womb holding a camera, but that couldn’t be me. I stumbled into it, literally. I had no plans to become a wedding photographer. I was either going to follow my dad’s path and go to dental school, or become a social worker. But a freshman in college decided to shoot a few photos for fun, and now over eight years and almost 200 weddings later, I could not imagine myself doing anything else. This is my dream job!

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Abby wasn’t able to travel to my wedding but she sent her assistants and she edited the photos. It went absolutely perfect. The photos were beautiful and I got so many meaningful photos with my family and his family that I wouldn’t have thought to get. I sent her draft of a timeline and the photographers printed it out and had it to make sure the photos I wanted got done. They were absolutely amazing. Thank you so much to Abby and her team.
Paige L., 2 months ago
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Heather Christine Photo + Film 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,950
  • Serves Varna, IL
  • Offer

Hiii! I'm Heather Schoolcraft - owner & CEO! I'm a small town gal from WV who LOVES traveling and pops of color. I've designed my entire company around creating authentic + magical love stories. I have an associate team specifically trained to go and take on more couples! The only thing that's different on your wedding day is you see a different face! On your wedding day, our goal is to make you feel comfortable in front of the camera, and to focus on the raw + real moments on your day. Don't settle for less because you have to. Let ME help you get the photos + video that you've always dreamed of.

Awarded Best of Zola
I have followed Heather since she started and it has been so amazing watching her grow! Her and her team work so well to make your day special and made my visions come to life. I’m so happy she was able to capture so many memories of those closest to me. These photos will hang on my wall and be passed down for generations. I included just a few because they are truly something special!
Shannon, 5 months ago
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Bluewater Kings Band 

4.9

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Varna, IL
  • Offer

We're live music experts, wedding enthusiasts, and party starters, infusing every event with energy and full dance floors. We're here to make your wedding the greatest party of your life! The Bluewater Kings are a premium, customizable 3 to 14 piece band specializing in high-energy music–at a sensible price. Reach out to get started! Visit our website for upcoming showcase dates where you can see the band perform LIVE before booking. You can also tailor the dream band to suit your style and budget. We also offer Photo & Video services!

We were thrilled with the Bluewater Kings Band for our wedding! Owen was fantastic to work with - he was prompt, organized, and enthusiastic in his communication. We splurged on adding a sax player and were so glad we did - it really brought an extra layer of talent and fun. The band absolutely nailed our preferred musical vibe. As soon as the music started, the dance floor filled up and stayed packed all night long! The set list matched our taste perfectly. The band brought a highly professional yet fun energy that kept the party going. Their musicianship was top-notch and their song selection had something for all our guests to enjoy. We felt like royalty celebrating with the Bluewater Kings Band behind us - choosing them was one of the best decisions we made for our big day!
Amanda S., 5 months ago
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Ashley Cynthia Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Varna, IL
  • Offer

HEY! I'M ASHLEY! Aka, Your Professional third wheel! I am so happy you dropped by! I am a uber bubbly, warm hearted, person who loves to order 3 drinks at Dutch Bros and say its for other people but really its just for me. When I am not spending my lifes savings at Dutch Bros, I am professionally following peeps in love and photographing their stories. I am a lover of true crime and murder podcasts! (But I mean who isnt! I just cant help it!) FUN FACT: I speak switzerdütsch, aka a German slang. My mom is originally from Switzerland and my dad from Jamaica, so you know I am always hungry for adventures (and new places to binge eat at).

Awarded Best of Zola
Hiring Ashley was easily one of the best decisions we made for our wedding. She’s bubbly, kind, and makes you feel like you’ve been friends forever. The day of our wedding went by so fast, but every single image she captured brings me back in an instant. She not only captured our love story, but captured our friends and family beautifully. Every silly moment, tender exchange and happy tear was published in our gallery — and for that, I am forever grateful. THANK YOU Ashley & Meredith, our wedding day was all the more special with your talent!
Alyssa K., 3 months ago
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DJ Obie 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Varna, IL

I got into DJing by accident. After learning that working as an Industrial Engineer in a fortune 500 company didn't bring me much fulfillment, a friend suggested I join his DJ company. His company supplied DJ services for over 200 weddings a year! After my first wedding gig I was hooked. It gave me purpose, and an outlet I never knew was possible. I quickly became the most requested DJ in the company and within my market. Now I DJ on my own, and I'm so blessed to be able to curate an atmosphere of joy where families can connect.

Awarded Best of Zola
DJ Obie was the best DJ we could have asked for at our wedding! He got our guest into the event and was so caring and professional during the entire evening! His energy was contagious!! So glad we got him !!
Esteban M., a year ago
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Amative Creative 

4.9

  • Photographer
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $4,800
  • Serves Varna, IL

Hello there! I'm Andrea, owner of Amative Creative, and every weekend we're so blessed to be able to tell the love stories of so many amazing couples. Like many others in this industry might say, we simply adore weddings. But what makes us a little different is our entire brand is centered around telling love stories specifically curated to reflect your vision and aesthetic. "Amative" means to be prone to love, so as you can see, we want nothing more than to tell your love story! But what makes us truly unique is that we understand every love story looks different. And we personalize every aspect of how we document your wedding day!

Awarded Best of Zola
Amative Creative did our wedding and the preview pictures are PERFECT. I am so happy I booked them! The vibe is everything I wanted, and they were super responsive the entire time!! 1000000% recommend!
Jayla G., 3 months ago
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Visil Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,950
  • Serves Varna, 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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JZ Studio Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,100
  • Serves Varna, IL

JZ Studio Photography is a wedding and Portrait photography company based in Chicago, that services Chicago, Milwaukee, Detroit and anywhere our couples may take us within US and Canada. At JZ Studio Photography, the team will create an amazing photographic experience for you on your wedding day, by capturing all of the most intimate and romantic moments through their camera lenses from beginning to end and compile the story for you.

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JZ Studio photography was such a pleasure to work with! He did a photoshoot session with me and some friends. He is so kind and polite, he made everyone feel comfortable and laugh. He is very knowledgeable in posing and getting natural shots. I highly recommend him for any photography needs including events, weddings and photoshoot sessions.
Sithara, 2 months ago
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Love Videography 

4.7

  • Videographer
  • Cinematic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Varna, IL

We believe that every wedding is unique and deserves personalized attention. That's why we love meeting our clients, listening to their stories, and getting to know every detail of their wedding. By building a genuine connection, we ensure that your wedding photography and videography capture the essence and emotions of your day in the most authentic way possible. Trust us to be there, not just as your photographers and videographers, but as your partners, dedicated to guaranteeing the best memories that will be cherished for a lifetime.

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We couldn’t be happier with our experience with Love Videography! We got married on September 15, 2024, and they truly captured our day in the most magical way. Paola and Ale were an absolute dream to work with!! Every moment was beautifully documented and the videos feel like an enchanting love story trailer—so cinematic and full of emotion! Their talent shines through in every frame, and we’ve found ourselves rewatching the videos countless times. From the breathtaking drone footage of our venue to the candid and lively moments of our guests dancing and celebrating, they truly understood what we wanted and highlighted our special moments beautifully. If we had to do it all again, we would hire them every time without hesitation! If you’re looking for a videographer who will turn your wedding into a stunning film, we wholeheartedly recommend Love Videography! Thank you for giving us memories we'll cherish forever! ️
Meaghan O., 22 days ago
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Love Knot Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Varna, IL

Hi, I’m Isaac. In my world, light is everything. The cool ambient hues at dawn, hinting at what the day may bring. Golden sun rays catching particles through a tree as friends gathers to celebrate. A Cotton candy sunset peppered by patio string-lights as a DJ plays my favorite song. We all have timeless memories logged in our minds. For me, they are based in a language of light. As a wedding photographer, this deep connection to special lighting helps me produce dynamic visual stories of romance, personality and beauty.

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We loved Isaac and his wife, Jing, who photographed our wedding earlier this month. Isaac was super calm and collected and on top of everything. His photography style was perfect for us. He already delivered about half of our retouched photos a week after the wedding which was insane and I love every single one. He was flexible with the 5 flower girls we had in and out of pictures and the multiple areas on our venue property. Overall an amazing experience and I recommend his work to anyone and everyone looking. He was very considerate when I first reached out about his work and wanted to use him and was very mindful of his travel fees to fit in our budget.
Madison R., 5 months ago
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Piero Pierrot Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Varna, 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 a pleasure to work with. He offers competitive pricing and the quality of his photos is unmatched. He was creative with poses and provided great direction. Highly recommend - and I’m picky!
Taylor B., 2 months ago
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BTP Media Group 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,300
  • Serves Varna, IL

I’m Barry Daley, a photographer and videographer with a passion for capturing life’s most unforgettable moments. For over a decade, I’ve been honored to document weddings and milestones, preserving the heartfelt details that make each story unique. With me, you’re not just a client—your memories mean as much to me as they do to you. I’m here to make you feel at ease, capturing the real, beautiful moments that tell your story. My goal is simple: to create lasting images and films that, years from now, bring back every emotion of your special day.

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Barry is amazing at capturing real authentic moments on your wedding day. Plus he is funny and a great person to be around.
Blck Heart Media, a year ago
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Charlie's Angels Photography, LLC 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Serves Varna, IL
  • Offer

Charlie's Angels Photography is based in Florida with studios in Chicago, New York, Los Angeles, Texas, Indiana, Ohio, Wisconsin, Georgia, Alabama, Virginia, Washington, New Jersey, Michigan, Arizona, Colorado, Hawaii, Utah, and many other states. "Each Wedding has its unique way of coming together and every bride has her special touch in what makes her day special. We know that everything must be perfect when your day has finally arrived." We have the perfect packages for your Wedding! “Do not make your choice of choosing your wedding photographer PURELY on price. Shoots missed from your ceremony won’t be re-recorded.” Guarantee...

From the moment we booked Charlie's Angels Photography, LLC, we knew we were in good hands. Charlie was extremely communicative even before the wedding and the weeks leading up into the wedding, which put us at ease. We prioritized a photographer that had experience shooting people of color due to lighting and exposure. Charlie was competitively priced and worked with our budget, and we didn't have to worry at all about whether good shots were being captured on our special day. We were able to be present and in the moment, and the final photos exceeded our expectations. We loved our pictures and have no complaints - Charlie and their team did an amazing job capturing all the joy and special moments of our wedding day.
Sharee A., 24 days ago
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Chelcie Lou Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Starts at $6,000
  • Serves Varna, IL

Voted Best Detroit Wedding Photographer by Channel 4 News Detroit 2023. Metro Detroit Photographer. Based in southeast Michigan, but I'll meet you anywhere. Specializing in Weddings near and far, Engagement Portraits, Lifestyle Portraits, Newborn Portraits, Branding and more.

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Our experience with our wedding photographers for our Ford Field wedding was beyond incredible! The attention to detail and their professionalism were absolutely out of this world. We had the pleasure of working with Chelcie, the owner, for our engagement shoot, and her vision was stunning. For our wedding day, Jaclyn and Jeremy were our photographers, and they were nothing short of amazing. Their talent and creativity were mind-blowing. We didn’t have to worry about anything—Jaclyn and Jeremy picked the perfect spots for downtown photos, guided us on poses, and everything turned out better than we could have imagined. They were so friendly that we felt comfortable being ourselves, and they made us feel absolutely beautiful. If you're looking for amazing photos for your special day (and you absolutely should be!), please hire this team! Every time we look at our pictures, we’re brought to tears. We didn’t feel like just another client, but like we had made true friends. Can we give them 2000 stars? Highly, highly recommended!
Nicole M., 2 months ago

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