Chicago Wedding Photographer - Joe Nowak Photography

Hands Down the Best Decision for Our Wedding Day

Working with Joe was hands down the best decision we made for our wedding day. From start to finish, he made everything feel effortless. He’s calm, fun, and somehow everywhere and nowhere at the same time, capturing every moment without ever feeling intrusive. He went above and beyond — from stepping into traffic to help us get the perfect shot to catering to every need we had. Our photos at the Peninsula Hotel, North Avenue Beach, Millennium Park, the Rookery, and Board of Trade are absolutely stunning, and we get to relive the day every time we look at them. Joe isn’t just a photographer — he’s like family now, and we couldn’t be happier with the experience or the pictures.

We couldn’t be happier with Joe as the wedding photographer! He did an incredible job capturing all of the special moments from our families wedding at Hotel Baker in St. Charles, IL. Joe captured everything so beautifully and naturally. He was professional, personable, and made us feel completely comfortable in front of the camera. So, if you’re looking for a talented wedding photographer who genuinely cares about capturing your story, we highly recommend Joe!

If you're looking for a wedding photographer, I highly recommend Joe Nowak. Joe photographed our wedding at Hotel Baker in 2015, and more than a decade later, not a day goes by that we don't appreciate those photos. In fact, the more time passes, the more we love them. From the very beginning, Joe's enthusiasm, professionalism, and organization gave us complete confidence. Before the wedding, he helped us plan a timeline, talked through allof the shots we wanted, and made sure every detail was covered so we could simply enjoy our day. We had a large wedding party, and Joe has an incredible ability to lead a group while keeping everyone relaxed, on schedule, and having fun. Joe handled every challenge with ease and never missed a beat. His calm, positive attitude made such a difference. His familiarity with Hotel Baker was another huge advantage. He knows the property well and made taking all of those wedding photos feel effortless and enjoyable. The greatest compliment I can give Joe is that we’ve continued to trust him with our family'smost important milestones ever since. As our family has grown, he's photographed us many times, and every session is stress free because we know he'll adapt to whatever comes our way. We are incredibly grateful to have Joe documenting our family's story over the years. If you're considering him for your wedding or family photos, don't hesitate. You'll not only receive stunning photographs, but you'll also have someone by your side who genuinely cares, can help keep the day running smoothly, and make the experience more enjoyable.

Joe was absolutely incredible on our wedding day! From the moment he arrived, he made us feel completely comfortable and captured every special moment so naturally. He was professional, kind, organized, and had such a calming presence that made the entire day even more enjoyable. His attention to detail and passion for photography truly show in every shot. We couldn’t be happier with our photos—they perfectly captured the love, joy, and emotions of our day. If you’re looking for a photographer who goes above and beyond, Joe is the one. We are so grateful for the memories he gave us and would recommend him to anyone without hesitation. Thank you, Joe, for helping make our wedding day unforgettable!

Joe is the absolute best! I’ve worked with him on many events. He’s professional, flexible, patient and the end product always surpasses expectations. I highly recommend him for any/all occasions.