Chris is seriously the best of the best!! I now can't see myself hiring a different photographer…read morethan Chris! We hired him for our son's first birthday party! Also in Korean known as Doljanchi! It is a very special day and with allll the craziness going on throughout the day, I couldn't even remember what was going on here or there but when I got my photos back, I was able to see everything!! Chris is a one man photographer BUT looking back at my photos, it looks like there were 5 of him!!! I don't know how he captured every single moment like a video but he did!! I am so so sooo very happy with him!!!!!! He is soooo professional! He will plan everything with you and even work on a timeline for the event!! I mean, who does that?? HAHAHAHA!! If you guys don't hire him for anyyyy occasion, l Y'all are crazy!! LOL!!!! I promise you! You won't regret it!! THANK YOU SOOOO MUCH CHRIS!!!!

Hiring Chris as our wedding photographer was one of the best decisions we made. From our very first…read moremeeting, he made us feel comfortable and truly understood what we were looking for -- natural, timeless photos that captured the real emotions of the day and absolutely delivered. He listened closely to our vision for the photos and brought them to life! He worked tirelessly and sent us 200 teaser photos almost immediately after the wedding and they looked beautiful. It was exactly as I had pictured the photos in my vision. We've gotten endless compliments from family and friends, and every time we look through them, we're instantly transported back to that incredible day. If you want someone who is not only incredibly talented but also genuinely cares about telling your story -- Chris is it. We're so grateful to have had him as part of our wedding team!

Ruben is ABSOLUTELY AMAZING!! I'd give 10 stars if I could!…read moreHe and Dawn made my fiancé and I so comfortable with the whole process. It was like hanging out with our friends for the afternoon and our engagement pictures turned out just beautiful! It was an oddly windy day so I was nervous but they weren't and we had a blast! Thanks again Ruben... Can't wait to see how how wedding pictures turn out!!

Ruben is an awesome professional photographer! He is personable, patient and talented! Fair prices,…read moreand very versatile. I highly recommend Ruben!

Ese was our photographer for our big day, and he was wonderful! He was very creative, and had…read morenumerous suggestions for where we could take beautiful outdoor shots (we chose the Japanese Gardens in Geneva, IL which were incredibly beautiful). He set up a beautiful and emotional first look for us there as well. I loved that he personalized my package for what I was looking for (I had a breakfast in the morning I was hoping he could photograph- and he said no problem), and that he got all of the big moments in our day- from getting ready until the very end- he literally traveled around with us all day. My favorite part was that we walked from the church to the reception hall and he had someone in my family move his car over so he could walk with us and photograph our private moments together. Ese is friendly and fun, and my bridal party enjoyed him throughout the entire day. He definitely shoots in the photo journalistic style, so there will not be a lot of time spent on "group shots" unless you specifically ask. Ese is a bit pricey, but his price included the day- I never felt like he was going to say, "your eight hours are up, I'm leaving even though there are still big things to happen" which is different than many photographers I've seen at events. Photographer is one of the most important wedding day decisions and I was so pleased with our choice. Definitely check out his site- you will not be disappointed.

Esenam is legendary! My husband and I both enjoyed working with him during our engagement shoot. He…read morewas pleasant, passionate, friendly, professional and very easy to work with. Jonathan & I were planning our wedding from out of state, and Esenam was very timely and worked with our BUSY schedule (we're both residents). My husband and I met with Esenam and his family for lunch to talk about the wedding/contract. Everyone loved our engagement pictures and we can't wait to see the finished wedding pictures. Esenam has an artistic eye and beautifully captures each moment. Picking Esenam to capture the memories of our wedding day is probably one of the best decisions we made. I would highly recommend Esenam to anyone who wants BEAUTIFUL wedding pictures. You will not be disappointed. Thank you Esenam!

This version reads like a genuine, enthusiastic 5-star review while incorporating all of your…read morehighlights: If we could give Colin Lyons and the Love & Lyons Photography team more than 5 stars, we absolutely would. From the very beginning, Colin went above and beyond in every possible way. He wasn't just our photographer--he became a trusted partner throughout the wedding planning process. He took the time to truly get to know us as a couple, starting with our engagement photoshoot a year before the wedding. He learned our personalities, our style, and the overall vibe we wanted for our wedding weekend. Leading up to the big day, he was incredibly responsive, helping us think through everything from rain plans to photo locations and even giving us guidance on poses that would make us look our best. His preparation and attention to detail made us feel completely confident that we were in great hands. Colin also attended our venue walkthrough and was actively involved in planning during the week of the wedding. It was clear that he had done his homework and genuinely cared about making our day special. His creative eye is second to none, and he constantly found unique opportunities for beautiful and memorable photos throughout the day. One of the biggest surprises was the incredible photo booth he generously provided. It was a huge hit with our guests! The setup was professional, the photos were high quality, the backdrop was beautiful, and his team member made the entire experience seamless and fun for everyone. On the wedding day, Colin brought the perfect energy. He was funny, laid-back, and easygoing, which helped reduce so much stress and allowed us to actually relax and have fun. He made us feel comfortable in front of the camera and captured natural moments that never felt forced or overly posed. We also included our dog, Bagel, in our wedding photos, and Colin was amazing with him. He knew exactly how to engage him, keep his attention, and capture some of our favorite photos from the entire day. What truly sets Colin apart is how much he cares. Even after a full day of shooting, he stayed extra hours into the evening to capture additional creative photos and candid guest moments. One of our favorite examples of his dedication was when he tracked down pickleball paddles and balls so we could do a themed photoshoot with our pickleball-inspired seating chart and signage. The photos turned out absolutely adorable and became some of the most unique and memorable images from the entire wedding. It was such a thoughtful touch that perfectly reflected us as a couple. The photos themselves are stunning, but what we appreciate most is the experience Colin and his team created. They brought professionalism, creativity, enthusiasm, and genuine care to every interaction. We felt like they were just as invested in making our wedding day incredible as we were. We truly cannot say enough good things about Colin and the entire Love & Lyons Photography team. If you're looking for a photographer who is talented, creative, responsive, fun, and willing to go above and beyond in every way, stop searching and book Colin immediately. He is simply the best.

Hiring Colin to shoot our wedding was one of the best decisions we've ever made! From our first…read moreconversation with him, we knew he was the right person for us. Hilarious, down-to-earth, professional while still being incredibly personable - what more could you want? We were instantly comfortable and couldn't wait to work with him. Leading up to our wedding, we had multiple conversations to review the shot list, photo locations, and what was most important to us in terms of photography. Colin listened, provided so many helpful ideas and created the perfect schedule for us. Day-of, Colin and Jim were simply the best. They make everyone feel comfortable and at ease, like we're all just hanging out together at the best party ever. They kept the wedding party on schedule, chatted it up with everyone, and caught every single important moment while somehow blending in to the background. Knowing they were there took away all my anxiety about getting the photos I wanted, and Colin served as a much-needed source of comfort and comic relief throughout the day. Finally, receiving our pictures was one of the best parts of the post-wedding months. The photos are STUNNING - exactly what we wanted to make the memories last forever. Every time I scroll through them, I can't help but grin from ear to ear. Thank you Colin, for preserving our wedding in the best way possible!

Jason is the ultimate photographer. His talent is off the charts. He's very professional. His…read morework speaks for itself.

I hired Jason to take pictures for my proposal to my Fiance. Before the big day, he was extremely…read morehelpful. He sent links to potential venues, gave me tips/tricks for the actual proposal, and gave me valuable feedback regarding the actual proposal. He was also very responsive to phone calls and emails. He spent a couple hours with me on the phone in total, to help me plan for the perfect proposal! In terms of the day itself, Jason did an incredible job. The pictures came out great. What really stood out for me was the effort, attention to detail, and professionalism he displayed. He had Bronchitis, and still arrived at the lakefront an hour early to prep for my and my Fiance's arrival. After the outdoor proposal, we went to an indoor venue for additional pictures. He brought in additional lighting equipment, and had everything prepared for our arrival. The pictures taken here turned out amazing as well. Overall, I highly recommend Jason. He showed great professionalism, attention to detail, effort, and most of all, you can tell he really enjoys what he does! I didn't have anything to worry about on the big day, which is priceless. Thanks Jason!

Mark photographed our wedding in October, and I was waiting to receive our prints before reviewing…read more He absolutely earned our five star rating--Mark was wonderful! He has a very impressive yet unimposing style, and while he happily took any formal photographs that we wanted, he excelled at "capturing the moment" shots. He took our suggestions and improved upon them and was able to direct us to the shots that he recognized we would want. And during the wedding and reception I barely even noticed he was there yet he got so many great shots. We received the photos within the time he estimated and just loved them. I am so happy that we went with Mark--he has a great eye and I would highly recommend for everyone--and he is very flexible and works with your budget. Couldn't ask for better!

My husband and I loved working with Crane's Photography / Randy, from our engagement photos, our…read morewedding in August 2023, and getting our final photos and wedding album. He is personable, responsive, respectful towards our wishes, and professional. We highly recommend him!

Randy and his second shooter Gigi were absolutely amazing! Randy impressed my dad and I as soon as…read morewe met with him because of his passion for what he does. He takes so much pride in his work. We received a beautiful video of highlight pictures made to the music of our first dance song that made all my loved ones tear up watching because he captures true emotion. We also received all of our edited pictures in less than a month of the wedding! My friends and family have said each one of his photos were better than the one before, too hard to chose just one. Cannot recommend him enough!

Bryan and his assistant, Maria, just photographed our wedding and we absolutely love the photos!…read more They really captured our day and we were so happy that so many of them turned out to be simply stunning. From the beginning, Bryan has been great about getting back to us with information and working with us on logistics. Since my husband and I know nothing about wedding timing, he was awesome about helping us build our timeline to make sure everything went smoothly. We got married in the suburbs and I wasn't thrilled about taking photos there but Bryan made sure to choose some great places to shoot that turned out much better than I expected. We chose to do our engagement session after the wedding so we still have another chance to capture some amazing photos. We can't wait to see what Bryan will do next time!

Bryan was great to work with for our engagement and wedding photos. He was personable and clearly…read moreknows what he's doing when it comes to photography. He was very accommodating and worked with us to make sure we captured the images and the locations we wanted. All the pictures turned out amazing, we have too many good options to choose from!