The Best Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in Lake Zurich, IL

The Best Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in Lake Zurich, IL

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294 Wedding Photographers in Lake Zurich, IL

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Roman Lorek Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,200
  • Serves Lake Zurich, IL

Bilingual (Polish, English) husband & wife wedding photography duo based in Chicago. We specialize in documenting real emotion with an artistic answer candid approach. We're inspired by music, travel, and real moments that make you feel alive.

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Roman Lorek Photography was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding. From the very beginning, they were great communicators - open, honest, and responsive to all of our questions and requests. Their work is truly high quality, with an artistic and beautiful style that captured all the special moments of our day. They went above and beyond, making thoughtful suggestions and recommendations that helped make our wedding day even more perfect. Roman and Anastasia were friendly, professional, and made the entire photography experience easy and stress-free. They also did a "family" engagement shoot ahead of our wedding, which was the most fun I had ever had taking photos. Could not have been a better experience all-around! We would highly recommend Roman Lorek Photography to any couple looking for a talented and dedicated wedding photography team.
Rea H., a year ago
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Nova Photos 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $895
  • Serves Lake Zurich, IL

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

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

5.0

Lake Zurich, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $400
  • Offer

My photography style is timeless, natural, light, and effortlessly real. My goal has always been to capture moments as they genuinely unfold — not forced or overly posed, but full of emotion and authenticity. From the very beginning of my wedding photography journey, I set out to tell honest love stories — the quiet glances, the joyful tears, the belly laughs, and all the in-between magic. The more experience I gain, the deeper my passion grows. Every wedding reminds me why I love what I do.

Lavita Photography was the perfect choice for our wedding photography. From the very first interaction, their communication was efficient, kind, and dependable. They have a truly unique style that captured all the special moments of our big day. The quality of their work was amazing - they were so appreciative and passionate about getting the perfect shots. Lavita Photography was worth every penny, and I'm so glad we chose them. Lavita ensured I got all the shots I needed, and was very detailed, even arriving early to prepare. As someone who worries a lot about trust for such an important occasion, I knew Lavita would be the best choice after they shot us in their studio for our wedding invitations. They work with all body types and made me feel and look beautiful. I even got some of the photos framed, they turned out so well!
Juste S., a month ago
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JZ Studio Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Lake Zurich, 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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We cant recommend Philip and JZ Studio enough!! From beginning to end, he was so helpful, accommodating, and responsive. He made us feel comfortable right away during our engagement shoot and we were laughing the whole time. We had open communication about what we liked and didnt like and how to pose etc and it helped so much for our wedding day. The day of was great and they helped with our timeline and shot list. We had 2 photographers and a videographer all day which we recommend as well. Not only did we love our wedding pictures, but our video turned out amazing. We will cherish the photos, videos, and wedding album forever! Philip was always quick to respond to emails and texts and it really eased my wedding planning process. He had been to our wedding venue before which really helped as well. I am so happy we decided to book with JZ Studio!
Nicole and K., 2 years ago
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Ezlan Powers Studios 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Lake Zurich, IL

I have been mindfully crafting my approach to serving like minded couples for quite some time now. I'm an easy going soul, who loves to capture happiness and joy in genuine ways. I'm a gentle guide towards ideal photographs for most folks who find being in front of the camera stressful. I'm always eager to listen carefully to my clients when they share about themselves so I can anticipate their needs.

Awarded Best of Zola
Working with Ez was so incredibly easy. Not only were they incredibly easy to work with and captured incredible photos, they also were so incredibly helpful and supportive the entire day. Working a hot summer wedding in July is not always the most fun but Ez was constantly making sure I was hydrated, had food and was assisting with all photo needs that were necessary. As a vendor, Ez is someone I would work with again and again. Highly recommend!!
Noah, 2 years ago
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Nichole Babiez Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Lake Zurich, IL

I am a midwesterner, born and raised in the burbs north of Chicago who strives to capture moments that are gone in a second, impossible to reproduce, but with the help of an artist touch, can last a lifetime. I'm here to connect with you, listen to you, create with you, and provide a stress-free, comfortable atmosphere from start to finish. 3 things about myself, I have 3 dogs (yes, its crazy LOL), I am in loveee with Target, and coffee and mango froyo are my love languages.

From the moment I came across Nichole’s work, I knew she was the one I wanted to capture our engagement & wedding photos and she exceeded every expectation. Even though she was already booked for our wedding date, I was lucky enough to book through her associate package, and I couldn’t be happier with the experience. Nichole brought our vision to life during our engagement shoot, perfectly capturing both the moody vibes at the bar where we met and the classic Chicago lakefront shots. She made the entire process feel so personal and fun, despite us typically being horrendously awkward in front of a camera. On the big day, we had Kyle and Alexi as our photographers, and it truly felt like we had two extra friends with us. They were relaxed, kind, incredibly professional, and knew how to roll with whatever came their way. Our photos are stunning and truly reflect the joy, emotion, and beauty of our day. And as if all that wasn’t enough, Nichole surprised us by showing up toward the end of our reception! She is the ultimate hype woman and such a genuinely thoughtful person. If you're looking for a photographer who not only delivers incredible photos but also genuinely cares about you, your story, and your vision —Nichole is your gal. Cannot recommend her and her team enough!
Julia P., 8 months ago
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Rock 1 Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,600
  • Serves Lake Zurich, IL

Hi! My name is Brittany and I LOVE my job. I focus on emotionally driven images and I have the prompts/poses to pull out the magic. Getting a balance of free/wild and structured is my specialty, ensuring you receive the posed pictures that are important but also the images that give you all the feels of the moment. Not sure about what kind of pictures you want? Talk to me! We can incorporate creativity into the shoot that'll show off who you are! Give me a call, I can't wait to meet you.

Awarded Best of Zola
Brittany from Rock 1 Photography was a professional class act from start to finish. My husband is NOT easy to photograph as he gets a bit grumpy in front of the camera. She was able to pull out and capture genuine emotion from him and his REAL smile. He even admitted that he had FUN taking photos. I'm telling you, I didn't think it was possible and yet she did it! Brittany is funny, light-hearted and our images are dreamy, y'all. DREAMY. I have blown up a few to 20x30 sizes and they are stunning. I get compliments on them all of the time. Also, I am not a naturally thin woman. I have curves. Brittany was able to capture all of my best angles and made me feel GORGEOUS. I am telling you this was one of the best investments we've made in the last decade. Time is a thief, but with these images, I feel like we were able to retain a special moment in our lives forever. My experience with Brittany with Rock 1 Photography was incredible. I already look forward to hiring her again!
Brooke, 5 years ago
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Parker Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Lake Zurich, IL

I believe you can't stand behind your business unless you can say you fully understand it – and 24 years of marriage is proof that I KNOW LOVE. I set out to capture the essence of love when I started Parker Photography in 2018. I have been married to my best friend for the last 24 years, and people who meet us swear we are newlyweds. We still act like lovestruck teenagers with each other, that same feeling we get from every newly engaged couple that we meet. We know where our couples are coming from and what they hope to capture in their engagement sessions and on their wedding day, and we make it effortless for them to achieve their goals.

Awarded Best of Zola
Deb and her team were great to work with, east and fun! Just what we would hope for on our big day! The photos turned out beautiful. We liked how she listened to our ideas and cared about what we liked.
Carly G., 5 years ago
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Becka Payauys Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,700
  • Serves Lake Zurich, IL

Hey! Aaron and Becka here! We are wedding photographers based in the North Suburbs of Chicago. We have three kids; Judah (4), Jane (2), and Dan (6 months). Being parents is one of the sweetest gifts we have ever been given! When we aren't doing photography or ministry, we are either going for hikes as a family, playing music together, working on updating our 200 year old house, or hanging out with friends! We both love the shooting side of photography, but when it comes to the admin and post-creative, that's where Becka takes over! So, if you reach out, she will be the one chatting with ya!

Awarded Best of Zola
Hiring Becka was the best decision we could have made for our wedding! She took care of every detail and was so easy to work with. The way she made us feel so at peace throughout the process of wedding planning was so unique and special. During pictures, she made the experience so personal and fun we barely felt like we were posing. Our pictures turned out better than we ever could have expected! She is so talented! I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a wedding photographer and already have to so many people!
Sidney N., 5 years ago
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Nicole Kilday Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,275
  • Serves Lake Zurich, IL

You’re getting married! Like — actually married. To your favorite person. On a day that’s going to move fast and feel big and live in your bones long after it’s over. I’m Nicole — photographing weddings across Northern Illinois, Chicago, Lake Geneva, Southern Wisconsin & beyond. While you’re in the middle of it all, I’m paying attention. The way your mom squeezes your hand. The way your friends look at you. The quiet second before everything shifts & it becomes your new favorite memory. Booking 2027 weddings.

Nicole Kilday Photography was the perfect choice for our wedding! From start to finish, Nicole’s communication was flawless—always on top of things and incredibly responsive. The quality of her work is stunning: creative, timeless, and truly a work of art. If you are looking for a photographer who has fun with you, helps you step out of your comfort zone, and creates wonderful images to last a lifetime, Nicole Kilday Photography is the one. She makes the entire experience easy, enjoyable, and unforgettable—while delivering photos that are truly works of art. Nicole was so helpful with timeline planning and keeping our lively group in order. She’s down to earth, really listens to your needs and wants, and makes sure every special moment is captured beautifully. Her support both before and during the wedding went above and beyond—we could always count on her for anything we needed. We are so grateful to have had Nicole as part of our day and couldn’t recommend her more highly!
Amber H., 7 months ago
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Kailee Rei Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,200
  • Serves Lake Zurich, IL

Warm, and emotive portraits showcasing authenticity is my first priority. I'm here not only to capture your precious moments but to be right by your side through such large life events. I'm based in Lake County, Illinois, and yes I love to travel! If you want me to photograph your story, it will require a travel fee, depending on where it takes place. But no worries, I always try to find the cheapest way to come.

Kailee Rei Photography was an exceptional choice for our wedding photographer. Kailee was prompt, kind, and calm in all of our communications leading up to the big day, putting us at ease through the planning process. On the wedding day itself, she impressed even my husband, who doesn't normally like having his photo taken. Kailee gave clear direction for portraits and efficiently wrangled our large groups for family photos, helping keep the day running smoothly. The quality of Kailee's work is simply amazing - we've received so many compliments on our wedding photos, which perfectly captured the joy and special moments of our celebration. We felt the exceptional images we received were well worth the value. I would highly recommend Kailee Rei Photography to any couple looking for a talented, professional wedding photographer.
Lucia M., 2 years ago
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George Street Photo and Video 

4.9

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,295
  • Serves Lake Zurich, IL
  • Offer

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

Awarded Best of Zola
George street is amazing. Friendly, Kind, Attentive and they totally understood our vision! They were extremely patient with us and let us guide the shoots and videos. I have to say, they understood who me and my husband were!
Peter P., 2 months ago
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Original Weddings Photo & Video 

4.9

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Lake Zurich, IL

Original Weddings Photo & Video is a team of EMMY award winning storytellers. Our photography and videography packages are tailored to you, customizable and perfect for every wedding. We offer engagement photography, wedding photos, highlight films, wedding coverage and more.

Awarded Best of Zola
From the moment we booked Sound Originals Photo & Video, their communication was effective and professional. On the day of our wedding, they were timely, capturing high-quality, professional photos and videos. The photographers provided so many thoughtful prompts to ensure we got all the shots we wanted, even showing up early to get familiar with our venue. We had an excellent experience with Sound Originals and will cherish the beautiful photos and videos they created forever.
Kenna J., a year ago
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Albany Capture Film & Photography Studios 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Lake Zurich, IL

You're not just hiring a photographer—you're gaining a creative partner who’s with you from “yes” to “I do.” I’m Pedro, Creative Director of Albany Capture, and for over 12 years I’ve been documenting love stories through a style that blends photojournalism with fine art. Weddings are more than just events—they're a celebration of connection, and I’m passionate about preserving the real, fleeting moments that make your day unforgettable. To ensure we provide dedicated time and personalized recommendations for your wedding photography and videography needs, we now offer in-depth consultations for a nominal fee of $50.

Awarded Best of Zola
We were so happy to have Pedro photograph our big day! He was professional, communicative, and did a great job making us, our wedding party, and guests feel comfortable in front of the camera. I had several guests ask if we had multiple photographers and were shocked to hear we just had one - Pedro was everywhere capturing the special moments of our wedding. We have also been so happy with the photos we've seen and can't wait for the rest. It ended up being very warm in Chicago on our wedding day. Even though we were so toasty and sweaty, Pedro's expert skills made us all look great! I would highly recommend him for your wedding photo needs.
Claire C., 9 months ago
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Once Like a Spark Wedding Co. 

4.9

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,845
  • Serves Lake Zurich, 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.

Awarded Best of Zola
Both our photographer and videographer were very nice and patient! Our pictures were very clear and we received everything we were expecting. The communication during the planning process was awesome and we loved working with the whole group from OLAS! We would 10/10 recommend them for your wedding.
Christine U., a year ago
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Portraits By Sean 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Lake Zurich, IL



I present fun, elegant, and exciting Wedding Photography for my clients. My style is photojournalistic; I feel it's the most effective way to tell a story. After all, there is so much happening on a wedding day. Between the ceremony, dancing, and endless extravaganzas, the most memorable moments will naturally occur.  My goal is to capture the emotions and memories of your day through my lens. These recollections are your forever keepsakes, a chapter of your life's story. Every image accounts for those who were by your side, delighted for you, and the next step in your journey. I appreciate you for giving me a few moments of your time.t

Awarded Best of Zola
Sean was so great to work with, both before and during the wedding. He captured our day so beautifully! I can't stop looking at the pictures he got, and I can't believe how quickly he got them back to us. Would absolutely recommend Sean to anyone!!
Kelsey A., a year ago
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VIDART 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves Lake Zurich, IL

VIDART's chief photographer studied at Columbia for film and U of I for foreign languages and philosophy, and went to Loyola for graduate studies. He worked at Lyric Opera of Chicago filming operas before joining VIDART. He is the author of the college textbook Cinematography 101, and has worked with John de Lancie (Q in Star Trek: TNG) on the science documentary The Reality of Time. Michael has also worked on the sets of over a dozen other feature films. He has handled the photography and videography for several thousand weddings and events, including work for clients such as Microsoft, Amazon, Macy’s, Sysco and more.

Awarded Best of Zola
VIDART nailed it. I’ve seen friends get wedding photos that felt stiff or over-edited. Ours are the complete opposite. They’re natural, timeless, and beautiful. Best choice we made.
Jason F., 5 months ago
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Ledd Lens LLC, Photo and Film 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,399
  • Serves Lake Zurich, IL

The company has done over 400 weddings for the last 5 years, so we use these experiences to provide quality services. We also provide discount for Military/Veterans and teachers. For 2025, we have 140+ weddings booked in 37 different states. We offer both photo and video services. Quicker turnaround time compare to most companies. Our shooting style of is photojournalistic, natural & CINEMATIC. Our editing style is very easygoing & flexible. Our biggest markets are the following: FL, New England area, PA, IL, DMV area, Tri-State area, Southern CA, MI, OH, CO.

Awarded Best of Zola
Ledd Lens LLC, Photo and Film were the perfect wedding photographers and videographer for our special day. Their communication style was clear, quick, and helpful throughout the entire planning process. The quality of their work and value was professional, punctual, and creative. They helped us feel comfortable when shooting with each other, our bridal party, and families, and were simply fun to work with! I loved working with Ledd and his amazing team, as they provided exactly what we were looking for and created beautiful memories for us that we will cherish forever.
Julia T., a year ago
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The Still Life Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,450
  • Serves Lake Zurich, IL

Jay & Nicole Vega decided to pursue a career together in the art of Photography. Met & married in Chicago in 2013, two people set out on a business venture of a lifetime. While Nicole is the main photographer of the company, we have also expanded and hired reliable, talented photographers to work along side with us, while still maintaining a small business feel.

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We had a wonderful experience with Nicole from The Still Life Photography. She was extremely responsive and timely in all of our communications leading up to the big day, providing thoughtful details to ensure we were on the same page for photo locations, special shots, and timing. On the wedding day, Nicole was a total joy to work with - amazingly talented, thorough in capturing all the special moments, and so fast and efficient that we hardly noticed she was there! The final photos she delivered were stunning - full of life and perfectly showcasing the love and happiness we felt. Choosing Nicole was one of the best decisions we made. Her amazing work and attention to detail allowed us to fully soak in our special day, knowing she'd capture all the emotions and memories so beautifully. We'd highly recommend The Still Life Photography for any couple looking for a kind, dedicated photographer to freeze your happiest moments in time!
Jayme H., 2 years ago
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Ali Cushing Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,750
  • Serves Lake Zurich, IL
  • Offer

My name is Ali Cushing; a NY-based photographer working in a blended documentary and editorial approach, emphasized with a cinematic method, and a personalized, true to life editing style. I am honored to be entrusted with depicting genuine love, authentic characters, and immortalizing precious memories. I see beauty in the subtle details as much as the wide, epic scene, while I see glory in the mundane in-between moments as much as the heart thudding highs. I am adamant that everyone, of all genders and orientations, any ethnicity, culture, or faith, all shapes, ages, and abilities, are welcome and I’d be delighted to work with you.

Awarded Best of Zola
Ali was such a pleasure to work with and she captured both our wedding day and engagement photos perfectly! Besides for being incredibly smart and easy to work with she is also incredibly talented. Just the sneak peak of wedding photos we’ve gotten back are beautiful and perfectly capture the energy of our wedding day. We would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a wedding photographer!
Emily H., 2 years ago
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TWA Photographic Artists 

4.7

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,799
  • Serves Lake Zurich, IL

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

Awarded Best of Zola
I am so pleased with my photos. TWA was helpful and communicative throughout the whole planning process and after the wedding as well! I’d recommend them to anyone. We only did photography, not photobooth or videography, but I love looking at my pictures!!
Megan O., 2 years ago
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Audrey Simper Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Lake Zurich, IL

GET TO KNOW ME: Empathetic, detail oriented, & interested in learning how I can best support you. Capturing your shine while encouraging a feeling of ease. Go to coffee order: Almond Milk Cafe Miel | Personality types: ENFJ, Leo, Enneagram 7, Big Nerd | Hobbies: Acroyoga, dance, pottery, board games, reading books on psychology, binge watching survivor, being obsessed with your dog, getting little treats, curating an at home apothecary | Family: I live with my tiny Chihuahua Theo in Chicago.

Awarded Best of Zola
When looking for a wedding photographer, we were looking for several qualities… We wanted someone that has an upbeat and outgoing personality to help us and our wedding party get re-energized throughout a long day, listens and follows through with our preferences, creates high quality photos, guides us on what to do for poses, and gets creative with the different styles of photos - Audrey was exactly all of these, and so much more. We purchased the package that included engagement photos and she provided us with an extensive amount of both engagement and wedding photos. There are countless photos that take our breath away, which hasn’t made it easy to decide what photos we want to get to hang in our home. If these are the qualities you are looking for in a photographer, Audrey is your person! She also has a great team that shares similar qualities and is along her side on wedding day.
Kyle & R., 3 months ago