My new-to-be husband and I hired Tunji Sangoleye to take pictures at our destination wedding in…read moreGalena, Illinois. We were extremely pleased and I'm writing this review to share. Tunji is very outgoing and energetic, allowing him to be able to capture all the important moments. He offers several photography packages to choose from, all including an exciting photo album which plays out the event like a movie (http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/dare2dream-photography-chicago?select=vMwxL1341cfNsKdSASCk3w#vMwxL1341cfNsKdSASCk3w). All of these packages are customizable based on your wishes. His prices are extremely reasonable in comparison to other photographers in the Chicagoland area. He was always easy to reach via email or his cell phone. When discussing my wishes (specific poses, sceneries, etc), he was always open to ideas and sure to deliver. Tunji not only does weddings, but also any other events like birthdays, engagements, expected child shoots, graduation and other celebrations. I highly recommend him for any important life event that you would like to capture.

I hired Tunji Sangoleye to take a publication-quality photo of me to be included in an…read moreinternational business magazine and the results exceeded my every expectation. I was impressed with Tunji's "business side" from the get-go. His prices were more than reasonable, he returned calls when he said he would, and was the consummate professional. His "creative side" was equally as impressive. He had great ideas for angles, times, colors (clothing), settings (both in- and outdoors), and made suggestions that truly elicited my own personality His equipment was top-notch and allowed various lighting sessions through the use of different flashes, filters, and lenses. One would be hard-pressed to find a situation where he couldn't deliver top-notch results. I recommend Tunji without hesitation. Sincerely, Patrick Shaughnessy Chicago, IL

Everything was perfect and would like to hite again but his bussinees has either been closed or he…read moredid a complete rebrand. I found him when he was just starting out and he was fabulous at what he considered novice work. I saw pics from others including 2 friends, one of which was a wedding and it was unreal what he captured with his eye. These samples here dont give credit to his full skill portfolio

There are so many choices when it comes to wedding vendors, sometimes it can be hard to make a…read morefinal decision. I knew from the minute I saw Matt's blog that I wanted to use him as our photographer for our wedding. There was just something about his pictures that made me feel good. I know, that sounds cheesy, but it's true. The day of our wedding was amazing. What I really loved about Matt and his assistant, Ernst, was that I don't think I saw him the entire time! He was never in my face or in the way but he managed to capture some of the most amazing moments. We have such great photos, I can't even believe it! Matt is very professional and has such an incredible eye. Even the usual posed shots that everyone hates to take (lol) came out beautifully. My only regret is not sending him a shot list of essential photos and for me being so disorganzied with the timing of everything. Even still, he managed to work with what we gave him and get some great shots. Oh and the Monday after the wedding he put pictures up on facebook so that we and our friends and family could have a sneak peek. I loved that. I can't say enough good things about Matt. I really can't. I would use him again in a heartbeat. If I lived in Chicago I would hire him to take photos for all our major life events. You will not regret hiring him.

We recently worked with Sergei for our engagement photos, and I truly could not imagine a better…read moreexperience. From start to finish, he was professional, communicative, and incredibly attentive. He kept us updated the entire way which made the whole process smooth and stress-free. During the shoot, Sergei helped guide us through poses, made us laugh, and captured the romantic, emotional feel of our proposal perfectly. His vision genuinely brought the scenery to life in ways we never expected. And the final photos? Absolutely phenomenal. The editing, the clarity, the composition all exceeded our expectations, especially at this price point. Friends and family haven't stopped complimenting the pictures. He truly went above and beyond, and it shows in every image. We would strongly recommend Sergei to anyone looking for a photographer who is not only talented but genuinely invested in delivering beautiful results. We would book with him again without hesitation.

Yakov Studios did such an amazing job taking photos for our wedding. My husband and I hired Yakov…read moreand an assistant to take photos of our special day. Not only were they with us all day long, from getting ready to the after-party, but they also went out of their way to make sure we had the best shots possible. I am really happy I went with Yakov's Studios. Another plus is that typically it takes months to get wedding pictures back, but Yakov got them back to us by the time we were back from our honeymoon (about a month after the wedding). I am so thankful for his services and highly recommend it!

We had a great time working with Albert. From the beginning, he was extremely helpful and friendly,…read moreand we immediately knew he was a good fit for us and our budget. He's very knowledgeable about the industry and was able to answer any questions we had. What my husband and I valued the most was Albert's ability to get along with everyone. We had used a different photographer for our engagement shoot, and although he shot beautiful photos, he was just very antisocial, serious, and hard to connect with. After we met Albert, we realized how important it was to us to have someone who was compatible with our personalities and was able to communicate effectively with our friends and family. During our wedding, Albert was professional, but at the same time, felt like a friend who was there to help us through the day. An added bonus was that he knew Cantonese so he was able to communicate with the elder family members who did not know English. Albert was (and is) extremely responsive before and after the wedding. After our honeymoon, we requested a few photos for our thank you cards, and he was able to send some within a few days. We were able to receive all of our wedding photos about 3 months after our wedding, and we love them!

Albert did a great job on our wedding. A few thing we really appreciated:…read more - He brought along his assistant Jason who suggested some really fun poses for the groom and groomsmen. We really had a lot of fun with Jason. - Albert spoke Chinese which was a big help with our Chinese family. Our family was very comfortable with him and Albert's Chinese really helped in directing them. - Overall, Albert was very professional and managed the process well. He gave clear directions but was nice and professional about it. - And of course the pictures! They turned out well and our family and friends have really enjoyed them! We would recommend Second Print for a wedding or any special occasion. They are easy to work with and are fun guys in general.

I got married in October and used this gentleman as my photographer. Very professional, lots of…read morecommunication prior to the day in regards to where to meet and the layout of the day. He arrived on time and spent the entire day taking photos, both professional and candids as the night went on. Just got my proofs back and they look AMAZING! Am working on my album and there are so many amazing photos it's hard to choose. He was sweet, friendly, and put up with me being stressed out! Can't say enough positives about this guy!!! -Sarah Fletcher

My husband and I got married two weeks ago and we were so blessed to have Roberto as our…read morephotographer. Roberto showed up early and even stayed late after all the guests had left in order to capture stunning night time shots of my husband and I! I was so relaxed all day (which is rare if you're the bride) and that is because my wedding day started off with the perfect photographer that made me feel so comfortable and at ease because he had everything under control. He never had to be asked to take certain shots because he already took them on his own, and he took them better than I could have imagined! He is honestly the perfect, dream photographer for any bride or groom. His photography style is breathtaking and artistic. I could actually feel all the emotions all over again in the photos he captured. We took photos in our hotel room, in the hotel lobby, outdoors and at the venue...and he was able to make lighting and any setting work. Roberto has an eye for detail and beauty that is usually overlooked and he captures it flawlessly. He was able to capture moments even my husband and I and our families overlooked...and he captured them like an artist. He would do anything to get the perfect shot (sometimes we would find him laying on the ground to get the perfect angle). His vision and ideas were beyond my expectations. Not only is he am extremely talented photographer, but he is also fun to be around. He made our bride and groom photoshoot so fun despite it being a very hot 90 degrees sunny day! We were so thankful for him directing us for the perfect shots because when we saw a glimpse of the photos, I seriously believe they belong in a magazine! My guests still tell me how great my photographer was and how he made everyone feel very comfortable being behind the camera. I cannot wait to use him again for future photoshoots and my family has already told me they want him to capture all the future weddings. I highly recommend him to anyone...trust me, you will not regret it! A photographer with unique vision, timeless and stunning photography, and positive energy that makes everyone else around him feel great was a blessing to have on our wedding day. Having Roberto as our photographer was the best decision my husband and I made for our wedding and we will have stunning, surreal images as the perfect memory of the best days of our lives!

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!

Photography by Steve Becker is a definite go to when considering wedding photography or photography…read moreof any sort. Steve's professionalism was top notch and the photos were priceless. We appreciated the ideas he brought to the table as well as listening to our own. You can't go wrong when considering this particular vendor when trying to accommodate your own needs. Jeff Weber

My family and I recently visited Chicago. I wanted to get our pictures taken for our Holiday Card…read more I contacted our travel club, Inspirato, to ask for a list of local photographers. Steve's name and website was included on the list I received back from our agent. Steve and I communicated via email to discuss the look I wanted for the pictures. We met him and his assistant at a local park for the photo session. The pictures turned out great! We have a beautiful holiday card and memories preserved of our trip to Chicago.