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20 Chicago Wedding Photography Locations

When it comes to wedding photography, we Chicago wedding photographers can proudly say that we live and work in one of the most beautiful cities for capturing weddings. Chicago is an architectural marvel nestled on the shores of the lake, with stunning sandy beaches and breathtaking skyline views. This city has it allโ€”from natural landscapes and urban industrial spaces to magnificent bridges and iconic architecture. With years of experience photographing weddings in this incredible city, weโ€™ve discovered the best locations for unforgettable wedding photos. In this blog post, weโ€™ll share tips on how to choose the perfect spot for your special day and how to make the most of Chicagoโ€™s magic in your wedding photography.
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Expert Tips for Picking the Right Chicago Wedding Photographer

There are many great wedding photographers in Chicago today, and itโ€™s truly difficult to choose the right one for your event. They have different styles, different editing techniques, and use various equipment. Here, I want to help you make the right choice for you. Hereโ€™s your guide to finding a Chicago wedding photographer.
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Average Cost of a Wedding Photographer?

Thatโ€™s a question with a variable answer. It depends on where youโ€™re fromโ€”whether itโ€™s Chicago or a small town in Illinois. The price also varies depending on whether you hire a professional photographer or a part-time photographer who, for example, drives a bus during the week and photographs weddings on weekends more for fun, with lower costs and less experience. Currently, in Chicago, the price for professional wedding photographers with 5 or more years of experience starts from $3,000 to $7,000 for 2025.
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Perfecting Your Engagement Photos: When to Shoot and What to Know

Congratulations on saying โ€œyes!โ€ As you embark on the exciting journey of planning your wedding, one question that often comes up is: when should you schedule your engagement photos? Itโ€™s a decision that might not have crossed your mind before, but itโ€™s an important step in capturing this special time in your life. As someone who specializes in engagement and wedding photography, We had the privilege of guiding many couples through this exciting milestone. Letโ€™s explore the perfect timing for your engagement photos and share some valuable tips to make your session truly memorable!
Barrington Hills Country Club wedding / Bianca & Charlie

Nine top questions you should ask wedding photographer

Have you started planning your wedding and are you in the process of making important pre-wedding decisions? Questions for your wedding photographer What questions should you address during the meeting with the wedding photographer to ensure everything goes well to the last minute? What do you have to consider when planning a wedding? Here is a ready recipe and the answer to the above questions โ€“ a list of the 9 questions to ask the wedding photographer! This is not only a list of the most frequently asked questions to the wedding photographer, but also a list of the top questions to ask when meeting the wedding photographer for the first time. The 9 most important questions to ask the wedding photographer when planning a wedding. Along with questions for the photographer, I have prepared the following answers about our offer and our personal approach to the wedding assignment.
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Looking for a Second Shooter for Wedding Photography? Hereโ€™s Why It Matters

As a wedding photographer, I know firsthand how important it is to capture every special moment of a coupleโ€™s big day. Weddings are bustling events, filled with fleeting emotions, intricate details, and countless memories in the making. One question that often comes up is: How many photographers for a wedding are enough? In this blog post, Iโ€™ll walk you through why having a second shooter can make all the difference, what they do, and why theyโ€™re an invaluable part of your wedding photography team.
Downtown Chicago engagement session / Laura & RJ

Best places for Engagement in Chicago

Best places for engagement in Chicago which recommends WS Photography award winning team of Chicago wedding photographer. Chicago offers a variety of picturesque and unique locations perfect for an engagement. Here are some of the best places, each with its own charm.

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