The Best Classic Wedding Photographers in Crystal Lake, IL

The Best Classic Wedding Photographers in Crystal Lake, IL

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234 Wedding Photographers in Crystal Lake, IL

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Well Told Weddings 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,499
  • Serves Crystal Lake, IL
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We know that each client is unique and presents an opportunity for us to meet their artistic needs. Our passion to create and capture moments to help make your day perfect is what drives us. Our photographers excel at manipulating light, staging, and encapsulating the day’s story so that you get a memory that is vibrant, fresh, and Together, we will collaborate and design a look that best fits how you want to remember your big day, while doing so in both a comfortable and expressive way. Each package we offer is designed to provide you the most value for your needs and is fully customizable.

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As a young couple getting married, it was scary to trust a company to provide everything we needed, but we felt very confident when we talked with Steve. The communication with Steve was great and smooth! They offered a Photographer, Videographer, DJ, and Photo booth! Ron, Austin, and DeAndre were the dream team. If I could give more than five stars, I would.
Lissi P., a year ago
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Carey Primeau Photography 

5.0

Crystal Lake, IL
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,250

Carey Primeau has been documenting weddings for 20 years and provides a supportive roll with honesty and flexibility. With a friendly, creative and artistic perspective, Carey will help bring out the best in you.

Carey was everything we could have hoped for in a wedding photographer and more. He was punctual, professional, and completely on top of the timeline from the moment he arrived, which immediately put us at ease. What really stood out was how comfortable he made us feel throughout the entire day. Neither of us are naturally confident in front of a camera, but Carey gave clear, calm direction without ever making things feel stiff or overly posed. He was warm, easy to be around, and blended in seamlessly- capturing real moments as they happened while still making sure we got all the “must-have” shots. And the photos speak for themselves. The shots are stunning- beautiful lighting, thoughtful angles, and so much emotion captured in a way that feels true to us. He caught candid moments we didn’t even realize were happening, along with gorgeous portraits that look effortless. If you’re looking for a photographer who is reliable, talented, and genuinely makes the experience enjoyable, Carey is it. We would highly recommend him to anyone and would absolutely hire him again. Five stars all the way.
The M., 2 months ago
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Candace Sims Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Crystal Lake, IL
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Candace Sims Photography creates refined, natural light wedding imagery for couples in Chicago, the surrounding suburbs and the Midwest. Blending a classic aesthetic with an editorial eye, we thoughtfully capture wedding celebrations with artistry, grace, and a timeless approach to storytelling. Specializing in elegant black-tie weddings at private estates, country clubs, and impeccably designed venues, we collaborate with professional wedding planners to document every curated detail with sophistication and care.

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Candace Sims Photography was absolutely amazing to work with for our wedding day. Candace was easy to communicate with throughout the entire process, always responsive and helpful. She is completely professional and has an incredible eye for detail, capturing the most beautiful and memorable moments of our special day. Candace laid out a very detailed timeline and followed it precisely, making sure we stayed on schedule and didn't miss a thing. She has a warm and friendly personality that made us feel completely comfortable and at ease during our portrait session. Candace truly went above and beyond to ensure our wedding day was perfect, and the photographs she delivered are stunning. We are so grateful to have found such a talented photographer to document our wedding.
Britni P., 10 months ago
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Red Head Creative Studio 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,499
  • Serves Crystal Lake, IL
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RedHead Creative Studio is a Chicagoland-based photography company. We serve Chicago and its Northwest Suburbs, but we will travel to the location of our choice if needed. We specialize in portraits, fashion, weddings, and elopements, engagements, and family photography. We take special pride in finding the perfect location, with the most perfect setting that will enhance and tell a beautiful story about you. Your story deserves the most personalized photographic attention, and RedHead Creative Studio is committed to immortalizing your special day, and making it a memory you will always cherish.

Red Head Creative Studio was an amazing wedding photographer for our special day. From the start, their communication was incredible - they were very flexible, responsive, and made us feel at ease throughout the entire process. The quality of their work and value was outstanding, with beautiful photos that captured all the special moments. They were incredibly organized and reliable, helping with the timeline, directing and suggesting poses, even helping with my hair and bustling my dress. I felt so comfortable and taken care of on my wedding day, and they made sure to get amazing photos of everyone. I highly recommend Red Head Creative Studio for any couple looking for a talented, professional, and personable wedding photographer.
Victoria, a year ago
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Flash Media Groups 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,495
  • Serves Crystal Lake, IL

ABOUT BILL McNEELY I have been working in media for 35years. I developed my skills by volunteering in our ministry's media department as a videographer and photographer. I soon developed a love for media and went on to serve for 10 years as our church's network media director. Some of my personal favorite events to cover are weddings, but I love any chance to help create memories. I look forward to the opportunity to serve you!

I had a wonderful experience with Flash Media Groups’ photography services. The entire process was professional, smooth, and handled with great attention to detail. Communication was clear, timelines were honored, and the final product truly reflected quality work. The touch-ups were especially impressive—very natural, polished, and flattering without looking over-edited. It’s clear that care is taken to make sure clients still look like themselves, just enhanced in the best possible way. William McNeely clearly cares about his customers and their satisfaction. That level of customer care shows in how attentive, patient, and accommodating the service feels from start to finish. You can tell there is pride in the work and a genuine desire to make sure clients walk away happy. Overall, I highly recommend Flash Media Groups for anyone looking for professional photography with high-quality editing and excellent customer service.
L.A. H., a month ago
DeAnda Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,895
  • Serves Crystal Lake, IL

Hi, Im Carol DeAnda, born and raised in the southwest suburbs and now living in Lake in the Hills Illinois, with my studio in downtown Algonquin. I have always been the one with the camera since grade school, but it wasn't until high school I realized that this could be my calling. After high school, I attended Harrington College of Design for the Digital photography program and started on my path to becoming a professional photographer. I am a PPA member and CPP (Certified Professional Photographer) and hold the Master Wedding Photographer degree from PPA, as well as a member of The Wedding Equality Alliance.

Carol and her team are ABSOLUTELY PHENOMENAL when it comes to photography! The work is second-to-none, the professionalism is always consistent, and everyone is always so friendly! :) I have been working alongside Carol at weddings for several years now. As a DJ, it can be tough to communicate with vendors and make sure everyone is always ready to go. This is definitely not the case with Carol. I'm able to find her in a moment's notice and she's ready to capture those precious moments in an instant! Not to mention, her genuine love for her clients. Each and every couple that she works for she gives her all - and that not only shows on the day of an event, but also in her work. Carol and her team edit and produce SOME OF THE BEST PHOTOGRAPHY WORK I HAVE EVER SEEN. Seriously. If you haven't checked out her portfolio, do it now. Carol has an eye for not only capturing your ideas, but also the tiny details that no one else would ever think about. Do yourself a favor a book with Carol and her team.
Nick V., 5 years ago
Sandra Ortiz Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Serves Crystal Lake, IL

Discover the artistry of Sandra Ortiz Photography, where every click of the shutter transforms ordinary moments into extraordinary memories. With 13 years of experience and over 300 weddings captured, Sandra’s unique touch and genuine passion for photography are evident in each and every frame.

Sandra Ortiz Photography was a pleasure to work with from start to finish. Their communication was clear, professional, and very responsive, putting us at ease throughout the entire process. The quality of their work was exceptional - they are clearly passionate and meticulous photographers who captured our day in a classic, timeless way. Sandra's attention to detail while photographing our wedding was amazing, and she was very flexible with last minute changes. She even shot our engagement photos and my boudoir session, delivering beautiful results every time. We're thrilled with the memories she was able to create for us and highly recommend Sandra Ortiz Photography to any couple looking for an experienced, talented wedding photographer.
Julianna P., 5 months ago
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Developing Diamonds Photography LLC 

4.9

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Crystal Lake, IL

My name is Elliot Stokes and I am a photographer located in the Madison, WI area, but I work all across Wisconsin and Illinois. I have been drawn to the camera since I was young, but becoming a father has really shown me the magic behind capturing the most candid and beautiful moments of our lives. I started my journey into professional photography officially in the summer of 2019 and received my Bachelors of Fine Arts degree with honors in Digital Photography in the spring of 2022. I absolutely love what I do and look forward to every new experience and opportunity this journey takes me on!

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We couldn't be happier with Elliot at Developing Diamonds Photography LLC! From the moment we first contacted him, he was incredibly responsive and easy to work with. He was on time, friendly, and made us feel completely comfortable throughout the entire day. His professionalism was unmatched, but it was his talent that truly blew us away. The photos are absolutely stunning, capturing every beautiful moment perfectly. We are so grateful to have had him as part of our special day!
Brittney I., a year ago
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IG PHOTO VIDEO INC. 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,990
  • Serves Crystal Lake, IL
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IGphotovideo offers photography packages and videography packages. You can customize individual packages or bundle a photography and videography package to meet all your needs. Our team capture all your special moments, venue, decor, guests, and more. They use quality equipment and are always prepared for anything. Their services include: — Delivery on USB flash drive in Customized Box and Google Drive — Unlimited number of photos taken and color corrected — Photobook 6*6 (20 pages) or 10*10 (30pages) — Post-production video about 60 – 120 minutes with full ceremony, speeches, first dance, cake cutting, etc... — 4 – 12 min highlight video

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Ivan and his team were great! From start to finish it was a very smooth process to book with IGphoto, we had an engagement shoot with him as well. The photos for both engagement and wedding turned out amazing. They look luxurious and classic and truly captured what a fun day we had. I’ve watching the highlight video they made for us about a hundred times, it was very well edited. Can’t go wrong booking them!
Emily C., a year ago
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Timeless Imagery & Media 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Serves Crystal Lake, IL
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Lover of all things photography. I have been a photographer for over 10 years and love what we do. I have an amazing team that helps me out. My husband also second shoots with me. I like to say you get two professionals for the price of one. I try to offer quality at a reasonable cost. I know photography can be daunting for some people and my goal is always to put people at ease.

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Timeless Imagery & Media were such a pleasure to work with for our wedding. They were so open and easy to communicate with throughout the entire process, which put us at ease. The quality of their work was truly professional, and they had a wonderful family-oriented approach that made us feel comfortable. They were detailed, attentive, and incredibly flexible, contributing to our special day in so many positive ways. Beyond their exceptional service, they felt like family and were so accommodating - we couldn't be happier with the beautiful pictures they captured that will allow us to cherish our wedding memories forever.
Amber S., a year ago
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Eternal Vistas 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves Crystal Lake, IL
  • Offer

Hi, I am Bhanu Vee, The creator behind Eternal Vistas. My passion lies in creating an experience where you feel truly at ease, capturing those genuine, unscripted moments that reflect your connection. I specialize in engagement and wedding photography, focusing on your unique love story with a natural, comfortable approach. Instead of stiff poses, I guide you with gentle cues to let your authentic chemistry shine through. I go out of my way and step into wedding planner shoes if that's what my couple needs. Lets Talk !

Awarded Best of Zola
We just got our wedding gallery from Eternal Vistas, and holy cow, we’re absolutely floored! Bhanu has this magical way of wielding natural light that turned our Charlotte forest ceremony into something straight out of a fairytale. There’s this one photo of my wife laughing as we danced under the trees, and I swear it’s like Bhanu bottled pure joy. He doesn’t just take pictures; he crafts heirlooms that our kids and grandkids will treasure. Working with Eternal Vistas was like having a friend who’s also a genius behind the lens. We’re already planning to have Bhanu to shoot our anniversary one day!
Tyler E., 10 months ago
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Sheena Anne photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Crystal Lake, IL
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Hey there! I’m Sheena! Your go-to wedding photographer, hype girl, professional chaos wrangler, timeline planner, dress fluffer, & so much more! I have been capturing love stories for a little over 10 years now and I wouldnt have it any other way. Being alongside couples during one of the most meaningful seasons of their lives is my passion. You’re not just a client. You’re someone I’m genuinely cheering for. My couples often tell me I feel more like a longtime friend, and that’s exactly how I like it. I’m big on communication, making you feel comfortable, & helping your day run smoothly so you can actually be present without the stress.

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Sheena is the perfect photographer for your big day. She helped us manage the chaos of our timeline while still keeping us at ease and relaxed for our photos. We had so much fun with her throughout the day. Our finished photos were beyond our expectations - we get so many compliments on them! I look at our gallery at least once a day. Sheena made sure to keep lines of communication open before and after our wedding date, so we always had a reasonable timeline on gallery delivery and more. I would recommend her to everyone.
Dana Z., a year ago
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Charlie's Angels Photography, LLC 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Crystal Lake, IL
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Charlie's Angels Photography is 100% committed to making your dream wedding come alive. My name is Charlie, a proud US Veteran, and I am a traveling wedding photographer with a vision. I consider it my mission to listen to what elements are important to you and ensure they are captured with flawless style and beauty. I strive to create images that capture the essence of who you are as a couple and the unique love you share.

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As the owner of St Augustine's Sea Pearl Beach House Wedding Venue Charlie's Angels has done almost everyone of our weddings in recent months because we highly highly recommend them! www.DestinationWeddingChicks.com
Patricia Chambers , 2 years ago
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Ashley Cynthia Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Crystal Lake, IL

* PLEASE INQUIRE ON WEBSITE* 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!

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Ashley Cynthia Photography provided excellent service for our wedding photography needs. Ashley's communication throughout the planning process was fast, caring and thoughtful - she truly wanted to understand our vision and preferences. On the big day, Ashley traveled from Arizona to capture our Colorado wedding. She helped immensely with organizing the timeline and coordinating with other vendors. Most importantly, the quality of Ashley's work is simply stunning. Her photographic style resulted in elegant, unique and professional photos that we will treasure forever. She perfectly captured the joy and love of our special day. We couldn't recommend Ashley highly enough for wedding photography services. She had us laughing and feeling more like a lifelong friend more than a photographer
Angelica G., a year ago
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Abigail Saalfrank Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Crystal Lake, 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., a year ago
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Weddings by Belinda 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Crystal Lake, IL

I am delighted to introduce myself – I am Belinda, a dedicated wedding photographer in Chicago, IL. In the realm of love and celebration, I have made it my mission to encapsulate the elegance, emotions, and essence of every remarkable union.

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We hired Belinda and Robert as the photographer and videographer for our wedding and I am so in love with the results! Before we even met them they were both so reassuring and helpful in answering all 8billion of my questions. On the day off they came prepared with tons of posing ideas, they were so sweet during the day and hyped us both up the entire time. I will be reaching out to them for any other photo shoots we do. I highly recommend!! Thank you Belinda and Robert!!!
Katie O., a year ago
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Elle & Co Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves Crystal Lake, IL

I am a luxury destination photographer based in MICHIGAN, COLORADO & FLORIDA! I am ALL over Michigan and all over the nation! I have a home in Lansing, Holland & Traverse City. I travel all over Michigan capturing my clients from Lansing to Grand Rapids to the west coast of Lake Michigan to Mackinac Island & Traverse City to all metro Detroit! I have a second home in Vail/Summit County, CO as well as Clearwater Beach/Tampa. This allows me to be local to multiple places and states! This career is so much more than just showing up and taking photos. It's emotion, it's detail, it's getting to know my clients and capturing each of them uniquely.

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Dani shot our engagement session in Indiana (where we live) and our elopement in Colorado. We vetted SO.MANY photographers and the long search ended up with Elle & Co Photography and we are elated with our choice! Dani's professionalism is top-notch and she's also so fun to be around. She has a talent with her profession but her passion puts her over the edge. Dani's knowledge for locations helped us nail down the perfect elopement spot. She also nailed down our vision for our engagement session location; she is well versed in locations all around and we were thankful for all the help in planning that. The day of our elopement had unpredictable weather and I didn't want to get wet and be rained on. Dani was able to execute a plan for us to elope later in the day without any stress or hassle. She had new timeline and plans over to us immediately so we could have the perfect outside elopement and the day turned out amazing! Jed (her PHENOMENAL second hand man) brought & put up a pop up changing tent for us so I didn't have to hike in my dress the whole time. Our elopement was everything we wanted and more thanks to Dani & Jed & Elle & Co Photographer. Thank you forever!
Isabelle, a year ago
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Brittany Qualls-Molleda Photography 

4.7

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,159
  • Serves Crystal Lake, IL
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Brittany Qualls-Molleda Photography creates lasting memories using a candid and documentary-style photography. We offer an in-home studio where photography services can be provided using a backdrop, props, posing, and styling to enhance your session and exceed your expectations. I am ready to show this side of humanity and display the love - the support - the silliness of our loved ones, families, and friends alike. Let me take you on a photo journey to show you how you make others feel through my eyes. I promise it'll be worth it.

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Where to even begin with Brittany! First of all she is an amazing person through and through! On our wedding day 2/22/25 she was early and got right to work. She helped us out in ways we couldn't even imagine. She gave us pointers on our nephews fiasco of a suit, ensured it would work out and made it not a big deal. The entire process with Brittany was flawless, she guided us and somehow found our esthetic with the little knowledge we gave her! Her skills are unmatched and we will be considering her for any photos we need in the future! We are excited to see the photos, Brittany showed us some raw pictures on her camera and we were immediately hooked on what she was getting, just ask my now wife Alaina who has said at minimum 5 times a day, "ugh I can't wait to see the photos" "oh I know theses are going to be great" Thanks for everything Brittany! Update we received sneak peeks and are in absolute shock and awe. Brittany had a true talent for this all!
Courtney & A., a year ago
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Forever Faithful Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,400
  • Serves Crystal Lake, IL

This is such an exciting time in your life, and I'm here to help you preserve every magical moment. My bliss is to capture the essence of your love story through stunning, timeless photographs that you will cherish forever. I believe that every couple is unique, and so is their love story. I take the time to get to know you, understand your vision, and tailor our photography style to match your personalities and preferences. My approach to photography goes beyond just taking pictures. I aim to tell your love story through a series of beautifully composed images that reflect the emotions, joy, and intimacy of your special day.

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Forever Faithful Photography was the perfect choice for our wedding photography. The owner, Sarah, had great communication with us throughout the planning process and knew exactly what she needed to capture all the special moments of our big day. The quality of their work is amazing - the photos are clear, vibrant, and beautifully composed. They took wonderful family portraits as well as intimate shots of us exchanging vows and cutting the cake. We are thrilled with the final product and would highly recommend Forever Faithful Photography to any couple looking for an experienced, talented, and professional wedding photographer.
Andriana A., a year ago
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Mayah Lee Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $7,800
  • Serves Crystal Lake, IL

Chicago Photographer focused on providing the best experience and creating your vision for you! I strive to provide my clients with a comfortable and fun experience during their sessions; capturing the authentic and candid moments. My focus is on you, always. Please opt to contact me on my site, thank you!

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Mayah Lee Photography was an absolute dream to work with for our wedding day. Our serendipitous meeting on an instagram contest kicked off an incredible professional relationship right from our engagement photoshoot.Mayah is warm, friendly, and professional. On our wedding day, she took the lead to ensure we captured all the key moments without the day feeling like just a photoshoot. Mayah's hard work, dreamy and moody editing style, and attention to detail resulted in photos that are simply perfect. We worked with her for three unique sessions, and she brought our vision to life in a way that exceeded our expectations. We cannot recommend Mayah Lee Photography enough - she was an integral part of making our special day so memorable.
Stephanie G., 2 years ago
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Kaitlyn Carter Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,250
  • Serves Crystal Lake, IL

I am a travel photographer based out of Louisville, Kentucky. I have always been the friend with the camera admiring those around me. I am truly captivated by people simply being people, always finding beauty in human connections and the REAL. My goal is to be a calming presence, help the day run smooth, and ensure everyone in front of the camera feels COMFORTABLE. I lean toward documentary style photography emphasizing what makes your love unique.

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Kaitlyn was so great to work with and made us feel so comfortable. Her easy-going personality helped keep my stress level down throughout the day and she made sure to capture all of the moments we wanted. I am OBSESSED with our photos! She also does a great job at understanding your vision and how you want your photos to turn out, and makes sure to check in multiple times throughout the wedding planning process. Kaitlyn does great work and I highly recommend!
Alexa P., a year ago