Nicole is, without exaggeration, the best decision we made for our elopement…read more We decided to elope with it being just the two of us, with our families back on the East Coast -- so it was *so* important that we captured the intimate, quiet, meaningful moments in the city we fell in love in and now call home. I had a Pinterest board with very specific photos I'd been dreaming about, and Nicole went above and beyond to make sure I got **every single shot** I had envisioned (and then some I didn't even know I needed). Her photos aren't just beautiful -- they're *alive*. She somehow captures the realness and emotion of the moment in a way that doesn't feel posed or forced. When we got our gallery back, it felt like reliving the day exactly as it happened -- all the joy, the nerves, the love, the little in-between moments. Those are the images that matter most, and Nicole nails them effortlessly. Also: Nicole is incredibly organized, which made the day feel calm and easy. She planned a timeline that didn't just focus on the locations we wanted -- she timed everything around the best light, the best angles, and the best flow so we weren't rushing or stressed. It felt thoughtful, intentional, and honestly... it made the whole experience feel even more special. I will be using Nicole for every milestone in my life from here on out. If you're even considering booking her, do it. You will never regret it.

I absolutely LOVED working with Nicole!! She is super personable while also being professional. She…read morephotographed my engagement pictures, and my wedding And I couldn't have had a better experience. She is able to capture the best moments and listens to what you want captured. I absolutely love her work and hope to work with her again in the future.

I looked at so many photographers for my wedding, and when I looked at Aneta's website I instantly…read moreknew that she was going to be the perfect photographer! After our first phone conversation I fell in love with her personality and passion for her art. She is truly an amazing person and photographer. She sees things with such a pure light that truly shines through her photos. I tend to be very shy when being photographed and she was extremely patient and put me at ease. I did not feel like I hired a photographer, I felt like she as a friend. Not only did we get an engagement photo shoot, but she also met all of us girls at the salon the morning of the wedding and was with us throughout the day and into the night. If you are looking for a photographer look no further, Aneta is amazing, and you will be more than happy with her work!

Our wedding was September, 2015. I am a horrible bride :( My…read morefuture husband and I met for the first time at a photography exhibit that we had each been interested to see. That mutual love of raw beauty in everyday life carried over to our search for a wedding photographer. We didn't want to spend alot of time posing for "perfect photos" - we just wanted to be and have fun, to focus on our party. When we found Aneta, we mainly reached out to let her know we loved her work and style - we didn't dream we'd actually get to work with her! I appreciated that she wanted to meet and make sure we all had the same things in mind and that we worked well together. She was considerate to our budget and time constraints, while holding fast to the integrity of her art. She really values and pays attention to the story and her work reflects that. The day of the wedding you barely knew she was there, which I loved. I didn't want people to feel a photographer hovering and feeling self-conscious. Our party was rather chaotic and I feel she handled it wonderfully, capturing the craziness as well as the lovely-ness. We had a great time during our bride and groom photos - you could tell she had a good time too! She made everyone look fabulous without any effort. The whole day was such a blur - I'm so glad she was there to document it for all time.

Veronica Hinojosa, and her company, Hinojosa Photography, did any amazing job photographing my…read moreengagement. She is extremely professional, and has quite an eye for photography that is both candid and intimate. She did any amazing job making me and my fiancé feel comfortable during our engagement session, which took place on an extremely hot day all over Bucktown and Wicker Park. She asked us lots of questions that helped make us laugh, cry, and kiss. She captured all of these moments beautifully. Afterwards, she designed a touching slideshow for us to share with our family & friends. She also designed our save the date card and our photographic guest book to be used on the big day as well. I would highly recommend Veronica for anyone who is looking for engagement pictures that aren't so posed and typical. She is a master at her craft!

From the moment we walked into her office last October, we knew that Veronica was passionate about…read moreher work. She did not do the typical sales pitch, but rather, asked questions about us and our relationship. My fiance and I had our engagement pictures early in July and I must say it was a wonderful experience! Our time together definitely felt more than just a photo session. Veronica made us feel at ease standing in front of the camera as she effortlessly told our story behind the lens. We are confident to say the least, that the engagement session was a success. The fact that she communicated with us with questions and not just taking pictures, but she effectively captured our moments beautifully. We can't wait for Hinojosa Photography to document our wedding in October and many more of our milestones as my fiance and I continue our journey together. I highly recommend Hinojosa Photography!

We couldn't be happier with our experience with H Photography and Doru! From our very first…read moremeeting, Doru impressed us with his professionalism, warmth, and genuine interest in getting to know us as a couple. He took the time to understand our wedding photography vision--what moments mattered most to us, what style we loved, and how we wanted the day to feel in photos. That level of personal attention meant so much and made the entire process--from our engagement session to the big day--feel seamless and enjoyable. Doru's expertise in journalistic photography perfectly aligned with our desire for photos that felt real, emotional, and timeless. He has a rare gift for capturing the in-between moments--the laughter, the quiet glances, the joy on our guests' faces. Every image feels alive, and our photos tell the full story of the day in such an authentic and beautiful way. Our engagement session was a great preview of what was to come. Doru helped us feel completely comfortable in front of the camera, which really shows in the natural, relaxed photos we received. On our wedding day, he was everywhere without ever being intrusive--present, perceptive, and always ready to capture a meaningful moment. The final product was beyond anything we imagined. The photos themselves are stunning, and the leather-bound photo album he created is a true work of art. Flipping through its pages brings back every emotion from our wedding day--it's something we'll treasure forever. If you're looking for a photographer who listens, understands your vision, and brings it to life with artistry and heart, we wholeheartedly recommend H Photography and Doru. His experience, creativity, and genuine care shine through in every single photo, and we're so grateful for the memories he preserved for us.

Last month I worked with Claudia to capture a surprise engagement for my fiance. As you can…read moreimagine, I was extremely nervous not only to propose but also to make sure the pictures captured the moment. The day of the session, Claudia made sure to discretely take photos of us prior to, during, and after the proposal. I was so happy with how everything turned out. I couldn't recommend her more highly as she was fun and personable to work with and let us take some traditional as well as hilarious pictures to capture our personality. Wouldn't use anyone else!

This is going to be a long BUT WORTHY review because we cannot say enough AMAZING things about…read moreJulie - she is the best photographer ever! Working with Julie was a highlight of our wedding day. She has a very calming presence ad knowing she was there taking my photos made me so happy. She took our wedding photos and an engagement photo shoot and is truly one of the kindest people I have ever met! She has excellent communication and responds to calls and texts almost instantly, which was so reassuring because I was running late getting to the venue and she was fine walking around and getting a lay of the land before I got there. From the initial phone call to hear about her services and ask questions, I knew without a doubt she would be our photographer. She explained her wedding packages, her experience with photography and it felt like I was having a conversation with a friend and throughout the wedding process ad the big day, I feel like we have become great friends. She personalized our photo experience to match our style and that is so apparent in all of the photos. She provided the wedding photos within 6 weeks of the wedding day and kept me in the loop on timing and sent amazing preview pictures. She has a very easy to use gallery in which a link is provided, and you can download all of the photos. I got so many compliments from guests that she was so friendly and took so many great photos. For someone who worries about everything, photos was something I did not have to worry about because she knows exactly what photos should be taken and took suggestions for poses we wanted (it was a wedding on a tennis court so we had a few specific poses we wanted). She got so many great photos of guests, family photos, candid photos during our vow exchange and other times and during the ceremony that every emotion we were feeling was captured on film. My husband hates photos, but Julie is such a calming presence that even my husband and some family members who don't like photos really enjoyed taking photos. She can strike up a conversation with anyone and is a ball of positive energy, which is a must have on a wedding day! Everyone that talked to her was delighted to meet her and said she was the best photographer they have met, and I couldn't agree more. I am still amazed at the photos we received. She made the colors of the flowers, my hair (redhead) and the colors of the bridal party dresses pop in a way I didn't even know was possible. She truly captured every emotion of the day. I couldn't be happier with the photos and cannot wait for Julie to take more photos in the future for our family!

Julie did our wedding just a few weeks ago and already has our photos ready…read more Julie and her assistant Mindy followed us around for 10 hours and got some of the most amazing shots to memorialize the day. I could not of asked for anything more. Julie was 8 months pregnant, bless her heart, and had to manage taking photos a pretty big wedding of 217 guests. She is so sweet and makes you feel so comfortable in front of the camera. Definitely get in touch with Julie if you're looking for a reasonably priced photographer that does amazing work. Check out her site and the photos here to see some of her photos.

We had an awesome time with Christine who photographed our anniversary session. Since one of us…read moreplanned it in secret, the other one was really surprised when Christine entered our apartment with cameras! Besides loving her photography style, the process of setting up the session was very smooth. She promptly responded to emails, was easily approachable, and made me feel comfortable both on the phone, in emails, and in person. Christine even helped us think of locations we could try and had the great idea of going back to the spot where he proposed. I knew that I wanted her to photograph our anniversary right away! So, it was a really nice day, spent not just with our personal photographer but together, enjoying the moment, and remembering the days we got engaged and married. Christine set us in the mood and made us feel very comfortable, which is no easy task to do, as I am completely awkward in front of the camera. However, with very minimal directions from Christine, we felt comfortable and both had a really great time. I honestly don't remember there being any cameras! Only 2 weeks later we received the images and we were so happy with the final result. She did an incredible job of capturing us, our cats and our personalities. The images are beautiful and natural. Thank you Christine for capturing us! We will treasure these images for years to come. It was the best way we could have spent our anniversary!

Christine took some portraits for us that turned out wonderful…read more We went out to Montrose park in Chicago during a crisp fall day as the sun was setting. She used the setting sunlight to her advantage and ended up getting some beautiful shots for us that were later used for a Christmas card. I know if I have any photography needs in the future, Christine's going to be my first call.

Sally and Nick did a wonderful job with my daughter's wedding. The photos are amazing and they…read morerepresent the spirit of the wedding and the day. They are a great team, easy to work with, and I loved that they were very concerned with the lighting. We loved working with her and they made the day easy!

If you want your photos to look like a photo shoot in a magazine, you've come to the right place…read more Sally is a true talent. Her calm demeanor carried the day on our wedding and made us feel so comfortable and at ease. Her photos are stunning and make your event truly come to life. She captured the spirit and emotion of our wedding day perfectly. We are so lucky to have worked with Sally and we will treasure these photos for years to come.

So as I was looking for wedding planners, I was perusing their photos of previous weddings that…read morethey planned. Amanda's photos piqued my interest so I followed up with her website, after so many heartfelt and treasured moments captured by her lens, my mind was made up. When you get an emotional reaction from a stranger's wedding photos or a baby's glee whose name you don't know, then you know the photographer KNOWS their craft. My now husband and I set up an appointment and had a chance to see more photos and really get a feel for Amanda's personality. Amanda is very professional, but her demeanor is warm and laid back. She was very accommodating every step of the way. After the engagement photos, I knew I made the right choice. Loved the engagement photos, loved the wedding photos, and I would recommend her to anyone looking for a photographer for any keystones in their life that need to be captured.

Amanda is an amazing photographer. She went above and beyond with great pictures from our…read moreengagement pictures and wedding. She really provided us an artistic view for both sessions and really was such a pleasure. She is professional, sweet, and talented. If you want a photographer that will capture all the great moments of your special day, no need to look further than Amanda. Book her NOW before she's taken all summer. And congrats on your special day!!! She also does baby sessions and family portraits.