The Best Wedding Photographers in Manito, IL

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349 Wedding Photographers in Manito, IL

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Rachael Marie Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (36 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $4,200
  • Serves Manito, IL

Sentimental soul, avid movie goer, former middle school teacher, mental health advocate, renaissance faire attender, long-story-long teller, dog lover, farmer's market shopper, and decent chocolate chip cookie maker.

where do i even begin? we were so blessed to have Rachael with us on our special day. we hired Carissa for our wedding photography & chose to have her bring an extra shooter with & BOOM! we somehow got blessed with Rachael as our bonus. i could go on about everything from her amazing personality, the positivity & happiness absolutely exuding from her at all times, her killer taste in music, the sheer talent that is her photography skills (both behind the camera & assisting in posing with such ease), to the way she somehow makes it feel like an old friend is with you every step of your wedding day (even if it’s the first day you met her), wrapping you in her beautiful scarf to keep you warm between photos & the ceremony because you were shivering, & is even willing to join your friends and family on the dance floor amidst capturing the most amazing memories for you. never did i feel rushed, if anything she helped me keep my cool about my timeline & helped ease so much of my anxiety about it. okay, i know what you’re thinking, “amy this seems like an excessive rant for a wedding photographer.” BUT YOU DON’T UNDERSTAND!! our photography was one part of our wedding we were willing to splurge on, & if i hadn’t decided we absolutely needed a second photographer for the day then i would have never been absolutely blessed with Rachael. not only did she capture so many of our posed moments, but more importantly the candid moments that i was too busy spinning around like a maniac to notice & are now some of my favorite pictures. our photographers are one part of our day that i will FOREVER absolutely rave about to everyone & always recommend to future brides because i want them to be able to experience the same beautiful souls & genuinely perfect encounter i got that day. Rachael is the kind of person you want to reach out to when you’re thinking about future photoshoots, & who makes you want to do photoshoots just for an excuse to get to experience both her presence & her absolute talent again. if you were debating hiring Rachael, PLEASE don’t second guess it. you will NOT be disappointed. (did i mention the photos she delivered are simply out of this freakin’ world?! because OH MY GOODNESS GRACIOUS!)
Amy Cat S., 3 years ago
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Photography by Vee 
Rating: 5.0 (10 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $1,350
  • Serves Manito, IL

Photography by Vee is a wedding photography business based in Central IL. Vee is an experienced artist who aims to capture every beautiful memory on your wedding day. Wedding packages with Photography by Vee can be tailored to meet your specific goals. Whether you're planning an elopement or a big party, Vee will be there to document the occasion and leave you with beautiful photos.

Working with Vee was truly an amazing experience. From the very beginning, her communication was clear, timely, and thoughtful. She made us feel completely comfortable in front of the camera, and her energy on the wedding day was so fun and easygoing. The photos she delivered were absolutely stunning. She has such an incredible eye for detail and emotion, and she captured our day in a way that felt so genuine and beautiful. I cannot recommend her enough. She truly has a gift for what she does, and we feel so lucky to have had her capture such special memories for us!!
Gabriella, 6 months ago
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Julie Loy Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Manito, IL

I’m Julie, a central Illinois wedding photographer. I’m especially drawn to small, intimate weddings where focus connection, emotion, and intention are the focs. With over 12 years behind the camera, my focus is on creating timeless, natural images that reflect who you truly are and how your day felt. I approach every wedding with calm energy, thoughtful guidance, and an eye for the moments that matter most—quiet glances, genuine laughter, and the details you carefully chose. My goal is to give you an experience that feels effortless and photographs you’ll look at for years to come.

I cannot say enough amazing things about Julie Loy Photography. She has been with me through so many of life’s most important milestones—my senior photos, college portraits, engagement, wedding, and now my daughter’s first birthday—and somehow she manages to outdo herself every single time. From the very beginning, she has had an incredible ability to make me (and everyone in front of the camera) feel comfortable, confident, and genuinely ourselves. Her eye for detail, lighting, and emotion is unmatched, and the final photos are always stunning, timeless, and full of heart. These aren’t just pictures—they are memories perfectly captured. What truly sets her apart is the consistency. Over the years, through different seasons of life, her professionalism, creativity, and passion have never wavered. She listens, cares, and she puts so much thought into every session. Watching her now capture my daughter’s milestones feels incredibly special and meaningful. If you’re looking for a photographer you can trust with your most important moments—someone who will grow with you and document your story beautifully—look no further. I am endlessly grateful for these memories and cannot recommend Julie Loy Photography highly enough.
Kiersten P., 8 months ago
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Gray Photography Company 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,800
  • Serves Manito, IL

Hello, I am Nicole Gray. An Illinois based wedding, elopement and portrait photographer. My style is mostly candid and non-obtrusive. My goal is to photograph your story in an emotional, creative and natural way, to tell your story like it is, without a lot of intervention. However, I do love dramatic images with a editorial flair and will give guidance when needed. Whether you are having an intimate gathering with your closest family and friends or having a huge party, we want to be there and give you the images that reflect you!

Awarded Best of Zola
From our engagement photos to our wedding photos everything was so incredible. She knows how to pose you, give directions, and creates a vision. The details of providing us with Polaroids when we sat down to eat was so awesome to look at and something that meant so much to me.
Jess + T., 4 years ago
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Soul Focus 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,600
  • Serves Manito, IL

Hello! I'm Allison, I own and operate Soul Focus! Soul Focus is a lifestyle photography company, capturing true moments that evoke emotion, retells genuine stories, and instills inspiration. Everyone has a story to tell and I would love to play a part in sharing yours! Soul Focus is not just a regular photography business that comes, takes photos, and returns them. Our goal is to make personal relationships through our clients so that we can capture everyone’s unique story.

My experience with souls focus was nothing but amazing! I am so grateful for Allison , she created a wedding layout! Which helped me a lot to coordinate my wedding. She so helpful and thoughtful. I am so pleased with her work.
Amairani Smith, 2 years ago
Kate Spencer Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,900
  • Serves Manito, IL

I am Kate Spencer, a wedding and portrait photographer based in Central Illinois and available for travel worldwide. I started this business in college knowing exactly what I was meant to be and determined to create beautiful art for all of my amazing clients! I am a dog momma, daughter, sister, aunt and loving girlfriend. Dustin is my better half, he allows me to chase my dreams and follow my heart. Our free time consists of country drives in the sun and cold days cuddled on the couch with our pups - most likely watching Harry Potter (if I get to choose).

Investing in Kate to be our wedding photographer was the best decision we made in our wedding planning process. From our engagement photos to our wedding photos, Kate was extremely helpful and instrumental in the planning process, providing us guidance and insight, not to mention how incredible her assistant Amy and 2nd photographer were. Myself and my bridesmaids got ready at The Bridal Loft the is located in Kate's studio.... There are NOT enough words to express how incredible this location is and beyond accommodating. My hair and make up team had ample room to get all of us ready for our wedding day and our bridal party had so much room to relax and get ready! Did I mention the lighting and great areas for photos of us getting ready? Kate Spencer is undoubtably the best of the best and an incredible asset to the Illinois photography community.
Kenzie S., a year ago
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Once Like a Spark Wedding Co. 
Rating: 4.9 (97 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,845
  • Serves Manito, 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
Once Like a Spark Wedding Co. was an incredible choice for our wedding photography. Their communication was quick and helpful from the very beginning - they were always available to answer any questions I had. The quality of their work was truly stunning, with gorgeous posed photos as well as amazing candids that captured all the special moments of our day. The whole OLAS team was so supportive and made me feel comfortable in front of the camera. It was also super convenient to bundle the photography, videography, and DJ services through them at an amazing price compared to booking each service separately. I'm thrilled with the beautiful memories they were able to capture of our wedding day.
Andrea S., a year ago
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The Talented Photographer - Award Winning Photography. 
Rating: 5.0 (81 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,995
  • Serves Manito, IL
  • Offer

Hello! We are Christian and Ana. We have put together the best wedding photo & video team in America. Whether you are camera shy or not, you will get beautiful photos with us. That's why couples are raving about us: we get beautiful photos out of EVERY SINGLE WEDDING!

Awarded Best of Zola
The Talented Photographer was an absolute dream to work with for our wedding. From the very first interaction, Alec's communication style was fun, professional, and incredibly personable. He had a true passion for his craft that shone through in every interaction. The quality of Alec's work was absolutely stunning - we got a wonderful variety of candids, formal shots, and editorial-style pictures that captured all the special moments of our day. Alec has an incredible eye for the right shots, and the final photos are absolutely gorgeous. Despite a complicated location schedule that I was worried about, Alec made the whole day seamless, traveling to over 4 different spots to ensure we got all the groupings and special shots we wanted. Alec truly went above and beyond, and we had such a great time working with him. I'm obsessed with the pictures and would give him an 11/10 rating!
Michelle M., 2 years ago
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Complete Weddings + Events Central IL (Photo) 
Rating: 4.9 (81 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Classic style
  • Serves Manito, IL

Hi there! We're Jordan and Libbi Sweet. We’re a recently married couple, so COMPLETEly understand how stressful the wedding planning process can be. We're honored that you're considering Complete for your Big Day! While we've been in the wedding industry for 9 years, Complete has been around as a company offering DJ, Photography, Videography, Photobooth, Lighting and Coordination services for an AMAZING 40 years! As a full service wedding company, our greatest joy is being able to make your event effortless and magical. Let's work together to make your big day EASY. SIMPLE. COMPLETE.

Our photographer, Joey, was so pleasant to work with. It was clear he really cared and wanted to do a good job. He made accommodations for mobility issues and captured some great portraits and candid shots. The company was easy to use and helpful in planning the event. Our DJ, Omo, was fun and worked so hard to make sure everyone was having a good time - even though most of the family apparently isn’t much into dancing.
Julie B., a year ago
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Anchor Studios Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (71 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Manito, IL

I’m Edgar, an HTX-raised native with Salvadorian roots. I am the owner, creative director, and lead photographer at Anchor Studios Photography. I'm a wedding and elopement photographer based out of Pittsburgh, PA! However, the stories I capture don't start and end there. I love to travel to capture stories all around the world.

Awarded Best of Zola
We LOVED working with Edgar! He was so friendly and really made us feel supported. His style really highlighted the bright colors at our botanical garden wedding, which is exactly what we wanted. We would recommend him to anyone!!
Katelyn, a month ago
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Jovan Kiah & Co Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (56 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,900
  • Serves Manito, IL
  • Offer

Hi, I’m Jovan Kiah — a wedding and portrait photographer based just outside Indianapolis. I’m your personal hype woman, passionate about capturing vibrant, true-to-color moments that feel like you. From big milestones to everyday magic, I’m here to freeze time in a way that’s real, timeless, and joy-filled. When I’m not behind the camera, I’m soaking up motherhood, planning game nights, or enjoying something sweet—because life’s too short not to.

Awarded Best of Zola
Jovan was absolutely amazing to work with. On our calls before the big day, she was always happy and excited and answered all of our questions and it gave us such a sense of ease. I never once had to worry and stress about photos. Day of the wedding, she completely killed it. She was still her happy self but was able to organize us and snap some amazing photos. She worked with me on some odd family and friend dynamics and eliminated any worries I had. She did a fantastic job of catching the perfect small moments, some of which I didn’t even know she was capturing. The photos are all so naturally beautiful and I can’t even begin to describe how much we love them. They are clean and bright and show us, our personalities, and our people perfectly. 100% the best decision we made.
Brooklyn H., 2 years ago
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Gordino Photo and Video 
Rating: 5.0 (55 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Manito, IL

I started off only wanting to take photos and videos of my friends. Now it seems like my passion has gone full circle and my clients have become my friends. Whether photographing parties or shooting short films, it is my goal as a professional artist, to capture those emotions, and present beautiful memories that will last forever. My ultimate reward will come years later—when you look at your photographs , videos and those memories once again come to life.

Awarded Best of Zola
Godfred and his team have been and will always be amazing! the way they captured the beauty of our day I can’t thank him enough truly I can’t believe how beautiful their work is!
Angelica Q., 3 months ago
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Portraits By Sean 
Rating: 5.0 (47 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Manito, 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 absolutely amazing to work with! He was always available during the planning process to give me advice on timeline and made our day go smoothly! I am so happy to have booked Sean for our wedding in September! He did an excellent job and I am still so in awe of how well our pictures turned out! I cannot recommend Sean and his team enough!!!
Hanah G., 10 months ago
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PictureMeThisByLacie 
Rating: 5.0 (45 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Manito, IL

My husband and I come as a photo team! We feel your day should be captured your way! So we tailor our style and editing to each unique couple! It’s not about us, it’s about you. We will help you document what is most important to you, the way you envision! Just like you, we have felt awkward in front of the camera. We’ve had photos taken of us that we didn’t like. We will make sure you not only feel comfortable, but that you look good! We give you prompts to keep you moving so you look and feel natural and comfortable.

Awarded Best of Zola
Lacie and Tim are just the most amazing photographers (and people). They met up with us in Montana to shoot our elopement photos ahead of our shooting our wedding reception in Indiana. They are both so friendly and fun and Lacie has such great instincts. She and Tim surveyed glacier national park for great photo ops the day before we met. When we met some cloud cover in the park Lacie made a great call to pivot and get some amazing sunset photos on the lake which were stunning. While we drove around the park it felt like we hanging out with our good friends which made it all the more fun and the photos more authentic. Both Lacie and Tim were so helpful and kind, and our photos both in Montana and Indiana are everything I’ve ever wanted! Would hire/will hire them again and again!
Kate M., a year ago
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Ledd Lens LLC, Photo and Film 
Rating: 5.0 (44 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,399
  • Serves Manito, 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. We have serviced 42 states so far. 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 was an excellent choice for our wedding photography. Their communication throughout the process was thorough, quick, and easy, which put us at ease leading up to the big day. The quality of their work was truly outstanding - their youthful and creative style captured all the special moments of our wedding day in a beautiful and unique way. We are thrilled with the final photos and can't recommend Ledd Lens enough to any couple looking for talented, professional photographers who will deliver exceptional results.
Alexis C., 2 years ago
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Latek Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (41 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,100
  • Serves Manito, IL

Hi, I’m Connie—congratulations on your engagement. Thank you for being here and for considering me as your photographer. I take a thoughtful, hands-on approach and believe the experience matters just as much as the final images. I’m involved well before the wedding day—collaborating on vision, timelines, and details to ensure everything feels intentional and effortless. I love curated Pinterest boards, open communication, and creating imagery that feels elevated, timeless, and personal. This is your day, and it should reflect you. Let’s talk!

Awarded Best of Zola
When I tell you that my friends and family all commented on how breath taking our photos were, I am not exaggerating! My (now) husband and I had the best experience working with Connie. From our initial conversations, I knew she was the right photographer for us. She is super warm, creative, professional, and responsive. I let her know my vision and brainstormed ideas, and the end product was truly remarkable. My husband and I were both nervous that we would be awkward and stiff but Connie guided us through all the poses and we truly had so much fun. I highly recommend Latek Photography to any brides to be!
Pamela S., 2 years ago
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Timeless Imagery & Media 
Rating: 4.9 (41 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Manito, IL
  • Offer

Lover of all things photography. I have been a photographer for over 10 years and love what we do. I have an amazing team that helps me out. My husband also second shoots with me. I like to say you get two professionals for the price of one. I try to offer quality at a reasonable cost. I know photography can be daunting for some people and my goal is always to put people at ease.

Awarded Best of Zola
Timeless Imagery & Media were the perfect photographers for our wedding day. From the very first interaction, Chad and Heidi were so warm and on top of everything, making the entire process a breeze. Their communication was outstanding, and they truly went above and beyond to capture our day in the way we had only dreamed about. The quality of their work was exceptional - they have a classy, timeless documentary style that sparked so many emotions when we saw the final photos and video. Even though my husband and I can be a bit awkward in front of the camera, Chad and Heidi made us feel completely comfortable and helped us show our true emotions. We loved the drone and video clips they provided as well. Timeless Imagery & Media gave 110% and we are so grateful for the beautiful memories they created for us. We highly recommend them to any couple looking for outstanding wedding photography and videography.
Morgan Z., a year ago
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Heather Christine Photo + Film 
Rating: 5.0 (36 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Manito, IL

Hiii! I'm Heather Schoolcraft - owner & CEO! I'm a small town gal from WV who LOVES traveling and pops of color. I've designed my entire company around creating authentic + magical love stories. On your wedding day, our goal is to make you feel comfortable in front of the camera, and to focus on the raw + real moments on your day. Don't settle for less because you have to; let ME help you get the photos + video that you've always dreamed of.

Awarded Best of Zola
Where do I even begin... first, Heather was absolutely phenomenal! She was able to fit us in with probably the shortest notice ever. She was also able to work with our budget. Her communication was amazing, she answered all of my questions quickly. She made us feel very comfortable! Working with her and her fiance felt like we had all been friends already, we just clicked (haha). Side note: we got to help out two poor little stray kittens with them, so animal lovers always a plus in my book! I am madly in LOVE with the photos she took, they are absolutely perfect!!!! She was able to capture our dream come true and so much more!!! They are so beautiful!!! She was even able to finish the editing earlier then planned. I already talked it over with my husband, and we plan on hiring her again in the future! A five star rating does not do her justice, she was hands down the best!!!
Carla&Alex, a year ago
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Ali Cushing Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (36 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Manito, IL

Hey, hey my name is Ali. NY-based, but working nation-wide, I'm a wedding photographer who captures experiences, genuine love, authentic characters, and immortalizes precious memories. I focus on visualizing how it felt to live your wedding day, while also crafting editorializations simply for the sake of intentional, living art. 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
I couldn’t be happier with my experience working with Ali! She reached out to me on Zola and I am so glad she did. I was impressed with her portfolio and I really loved seeing how she would capture little moments in the weddings she had done. We set up a video call before booking and we clicked. She is very calm and helped with my pre-wedding nerves. She worked with us on a payment plan and she was always very quick to respond to any of my questions. She really listened to what we wanted. She got to the venue early to scout out different shots and came to check in with me a couple of times before we even began taking photos, which I did not expect but was very sweet and considerate of her. When we were taking photos, she really helped to guide the more “posed” photos but she also captured a lot of beautiful candid moments. We had so many guests come up to us and compliment her and that was before we even got the photos back. She sent us our sneak peeks the next day and I couldn’t be more thrilled with the results. She captured so many beautiful moments and her style is exactly what we wanted. Nothing felt “overly edited” just perfectly genuine. I cannot recommend Ali enough. I cannot wait to see the full gallery of photos because I know they will be nothing short of perfect.
Cecelia W., 2 years ago
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Debra Aslanidis Photography 
Rating: 4.9 (34 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Manito, IL
  • Offer

We’re Debra & Jeremy, a husband-and-wife wedding photography duo capturing love stories with heart, intention, and a whole lot of soul. Our approach blends documentary moments with gentle guidance, so your photos feel natural, emotional, and unmistakably you. From quiet, intimate glances to joyful, unscripted laughter, we focus on the moments you’ll feel just as much years from now. If you value connection, authenticity, and images that tell a story—not just pose for one—we might be the perfect fit.

Awarded Best of Zola
From the moment we first spoke with Debra Aslanidis, we knew we had found the perfect wedding photographers. Debra and her partner Jeremy were prompt, friendly, and extremely helpful throughout the entire planning process. They gave great recommendations for shots and didn't apply any pressure for us to do staged photos we weren't interested in. Debra and Jeremy were down to earth, easy and comfortable to work with - we barely noticed they were there, yet they captured all the most beautiful, sweet moments of our special day. The final edited photos were truly professional quality. We are so grateful to Debra Aslanidis Photography for helping to make our wedding day perfect!
Caryn, a year ago
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KMauck Photography LLC 
Rating: 5.0 (32 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,700
  • Serves Manito, IL

Hi, I’m Kelsey! I am a wedding photographer! I am obsessed with dogs. I will never not acknowledge a dog near me by saying “puppers”. It is what it is. I would 100% rather be on the beach somewhere with palm trees. I am constantly daydreaming about being in the tropics. I love the color black. If we work together, there is a high chance that will be my outfit color of choice.

Awarded Best of Zola
Kelsey is amazing!!! We got married in January and did photos outside. Everyone was freezing and Kelsey made the experience fun, and didn’t complain about the cold once! She was so easy to work with and got along with our wedding party so well. Everyone loved her! Our photos are absolutely stunning and I am still obsessing over them a year later! I highly recommend Kelsey for all of your big life events that you want beautifully captured!
Jacob & E., 2 years ago
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Focused On Life Photography LLC 
Rating: 5.0 (30 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6,500
  • Serves Manito, IL
  • Offer

Hi! I'm Brayley, owner of Focused On Life Photography LLC, a Full-Time, Published, Destination Wedding + Lifestyle Photography business, & I would LOVE to be your wedding photographer! Since 2023, we at FLP LLC have been focused on capturing all of life's precious milestones in a natural, earthy, classic & candid style. From your first inquiry, to your wedding day, & to hopefully many more milestones in the future, we are here to make your photography dream a reality in a way that feels authentic to you. With us, you don't need to worry about things like how to pose -- all you need to do on your day is smile & relax! We'll take it from there.

Awarded Best of Zola
Brayley was hands down the easiest and one of the best hires for our wedding. I found her through the Zola website as a photographer with five stars. I reached out, and she got back to me immediately. Her communication skills were top-notch, and I hired her that same day. My fiancé and I live in the Carolinas, and despite the three-hour time difference, we always felt in the loop, heard, and understood. From the first email to the wedding day, she was amazing. Now let's get to the important stuff... the wedding day. She was incredible. She got all the shots I wanted and then some. We were able to get all the photos done in a timely manner so that we could get back to the party and enjoy ourselves. Brayley captured both staged photos and the best candids. We cannot wait to get the rest of our album back. If you're thinking about hiring Brayley... DO IT!
Kendall M., 2 years ago
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Svyat Bogdanov 
Rating: 5.0 (30 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Manito, IL

Named one of Zola’s Best Wedding Photographers of 2024 and a proud Zola Brand Ambassador, Svyat Bogdanov is recognized as a trusted expert in the wedding industry. Based in Chicago and originally from Crimea, he has photographed over 600 weddings across the U.S. and abroad. His style blends candid emotion with timeless elegance, creating personalized galleries filled with heartfelt moments and genuine connection.

Awarded Best of Zola
Bogdanov Photography was an excellent choice for our wedding photographer. He communicated very well with my large family, ensuring that everyone was in the right place at the right time for photos. He takes such clean, beautifully edited photos that we will treasure forever. Bogdanov took the time to walk us through different photo positions and locations around our venue, helping us get creative shots that captured the essence of our special day. We are thrilled with the final results and would highly recommend Bogdanov Photography to any couple looking for an experienced, professional photographer who goes above and beyond.
Cora G., 2 years ago
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Love Knot Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (28 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Manito, IL

Hi, I’m Isaac. In my world, light is everything. The cool ambient hues at dawn, hinting at what the day may bring. Golden sun rays catching particles through a tree as friends gathers to celebrate. A Cotton candy sunset peppered by patio string-lights as a DJ plays my favorite song. We all have timeless memories logged in our minds. For me, they are based in a language of light. As a wedding photographer, this deep connection to special lighting helps me produce dynamic visual stories of romance, personality and beauty.

Awarded Best of Zola
Isaac was absolutely fantastic to work with, and we couldn't be happier we chose Love Knot Photography for our wedding. From the start, what stood out was how much he cared about capturing the actual feeling of the day rather than just working through a checklist of poses. He and his co-photographer had a great eye for the in-between moments — the little glances, the laughter, the chaos of getting ready — alongside all the formal shots we expected. Looking through our gallery afterward, so many of our favorite photos are ones we didn't even know were being taken. He was also just easy and calm to have around on a hectic day, which mattered more than we realized it would. Weddings move fast, and having a photographer who was unobtrusive but always exactly where he needed to be took one more thing off our minds. One of the things we appreciated most: he and his co-photographer stayed well past the time included in our package, all the way until we started dancing. That extra stretch of time meant they captured some of the best — and funniest — photos of the whole night, catching our friends and family completely in their element on the dance floor. It wasn't something we asked for; they just wanted to make sure they got the shots. Isaac also went well beyond the package once it came to editing. Our contract included 300 retouched photos, but we ended up with around 550 edited images and 717 total files between web and print resolution, including alternate crops and versions of several favorites. It's clear he genuinely cared about giving us as much of the day as possible, not just fulfilling a contract. We're so glad we chose Love Knot Photography, and we'll be treasuring these photos for years to come. If you're looking for a photographer who will genuinely capture your day rather than just document it, Isaac is who you want.
Elizabeth + A., 9 days ago
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NATIONWIDE Spectacular Photographer - A Better DJ and Photographer -HAS PHOTOGRAPHERS IN YOUR AREA! 
Rating: 5.0 (28 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $599
  • Serves Manito, IL

Congratulations, you have the rare opportunity to have one of the very best wedding teams in the country at an amazing price for your big day. We have the budget friendly packages and prices to capture your wedding moments and memories that every couple wishes they had. We've been trusted for more than 27 years by over 17,000 couples nationwide, and we are very proud of our 100% 5 star rating. We also offer Expert wedding DJ-MC services in bundle packages. Our planning assistance ensures that your wedding is not only fun for all your guests, but also stress-free. Don’t wait—Call now before someone else books your date!

Awarded Best of Zola
Spectacular Photographer - A Better DJ and Photographer Nationwide was an amazing choice for our wedding day. From our first interaction, they were incredibly open-minded and responsive, working closely with us to understand our vision and preferences. Their communication was top-notch, and they arrived on the day with perfect timing, capturing all the special moments seamlessly. The quality of their work was truly amazing - the photos they delivered were stunning and on-trend, providing incredible value for the investment. We are thrilled with the beautiful memories they helped create, and would highly recommend Spectacular Photographer to any couple planning their wedding.
Marisol B., a year ago
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Cecilia Harvard Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (26 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Manito, IL

Hello, I’m Cecilia, but you can call me Cece. I am so happy that you have found your way here. I offer my photography services nationwide, ready to capture your special day wherever this next chapter of your love story unfolds. With ten years of dedicated wedding photography experience and having captured over 250 weddings, I am fully equipped to confidently guide and beautifully tell your unique love story through my lens. Beyond simply photographing your wedding, I am here to assist with timelines and offer support throughout every step of this milestone, ensuring you feel confident and cared for well before the day itself arrives.

Awarded Best of Zola
When my husband and I planned our wedding, we knew that a skilled photographer was one of our top priorities. We could not have gotten luckier in finding Cecilia to be our photographer. She did such an amazing job with our photos and was such a joy to be around. When in the planning phase, she worked with us to make sure we planned out the shots we wanted and got the style of photography that we preferred. She was so flexible working around our hectic schedules the day of and made sure to have every picture we wanted planned and ready to go. She was a hoot on the dance floor and brought so much fun energy that our guests raved about. We were also married in a fairly remote area and she made traveling here a breeze. I genuinely believe Cecilia was the best photographer we could have possibly gotten for our wedding and we will forever cherish the memories she captured so well that day. Thank you for everything!
McKenzie and T., 9 months ago
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MSMP MEDIA LLC 
Rating: 4.8 (24 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,400
  • Serves Manito, IL

Hi there! We’re Robert and Marisa Carter. Founders and owners of MSMP Media. A photo and Video Wedding company. With over 10+ years experience in the wedding industry we are as familiar as it get's with all things wedding 💜 We service select states, capturing our couples genuine joy, love and happiness across the nation and we love every minute of it! Our goal is to leave you with photos and/or videos that will bring back the feeling & emotions. Take a look at our gallery or visit our webpage portfolio under recent work. Don't be shy to connect, we love creating a fun filled experience, all are welcome!

Awarded Best of Zola
Marisa was wonderful! We would recommend MSMP to any couples looking for a photographer for their special day. They took the time to have a detailed call with us to make a timeline for the day. We trusted their vision and loved the way our pictures turned out.
Becca, 2 months ago

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