chicagoland wedding photography

timeless images for couples in love

taking the guesswork out of planning

After the excitement of your engagement, all the planning begins. I’m here to help you bring your vision to life and most importantly, to capture your memories the way you want to remember them for a lifetime.

making you comfortable in front of the camera

Many couples feel that the process of planning a timeline and shots list, much less being in front of the camera, can be stressful and time-consuming. Part of my process throughout the time leading up to your big day is helping you decide what matters to you and when that should be captured throughout your event. Additionally, helping you feel comfortable getting your photos taken and assisting with poses while keeping things real, candid, and genuine is high on my list of priorities. You deserve to savor every moment of your wedding without the stress.

capturing every moment

At the end of the day, you’ll be left with beautiful memories. My job is to make sure you’re able to cherish every single one of them for a lifetime.

a stress-free experience

from beginning to end

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photography that showcases what matters most

You feel like you aren’t quite sure where to start or what should be photographed but you know you want your images to feel natural, unposed, and genuine. You want a timeless edit that you can look back on for years to come as a true representation of your day, free of trends but full of emotion.

Your vision for your day and making sure I record that vision is my number one priority. I work with my clients to customize your timeline and shots list in a way that best fits the feeling you want for your wedding and the priorities you have for allotting your time throughout the day.

You want to look back and see you, your memories, and your loved ones captured in a way that’s authentic to your story and vibe and I love making that happen with a curated final album that delivers every single moment of your story, your people, and the memories that matter most.

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the value of a package that is tailored to you

More than anything else I hear from couples that they are not super comfortable in front of the camera and don’t know how to pose. I love getting to know you a bit in advance so that those stressors are eased on your wedding day and you don’t feel like you’re working with a complete stranger. I also love to give suggestions for posing in ways that translate into natural, organic images. I want you to feel like I’m not even there and you are just enjoying basking in the moment of being newly married.

All of my wedding packages include a minimum of 75 professionally edited photos per hour of shooting, and I typically exceed that minimum because I find it hard to cull down my couples’ precious memories. You’ll receive a full print release, meaning you have the rights to make unlimited copies of all your images in whatever format you should choose. I meet with you two to three times throughout your planning process to help you craft a timeline and shots list that ensures every important moment is captured.

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pricing & services

I believe in wedding pricing being straightforward and upfront. No hidden fees or surprises, taking the guesswork out of planning and saving you time so you’re not chasing down information.

Use the dropdown arrows below to read about pricing details. Interested in a number of hours not included or add-on options?

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A bride and groom walk hand in hand through a grassy field on their wedding day.

wedding collections

The Cedar is perfect for shorter/smaller weddings primarily focused on your ceremony and reception, but your timeline is always customized to you. Includes 5 hours of coverage, 75+ edited photos per hour of shooting, customized timeline creation/collaboration, and a full print release. Photos will be delivered via custom gallery link 6-8 weeks post-event with a sneak peek sent within 48 hours of the wedding.
The Juniper offers you the flexibility of longer event coverage at an affordable rate, including 7 hours of coverage, 75+ edited photos per hour of shooting, customized timeline creation/collaboration, and a full print release with your custom gallery delivered digitally 6-8 weeks post-event.
The Pine is our most popular collection, giving you 8 hours of coverage, 75+ edited photos per hour of shooting, customized timeline creation/collaboration, and a full print release. You’ll receive a customized link to your online gallery that you can share with friends and family for unlimited high-res downloads.
This is the all-in, full-day collection, giving you 10 hours of coverage so you don’t miss a thing, from getting ready to leaving your reception. The Willow includes 75+ edited photos per hour of shooting, customized timeline creation/collaboration, a full print release, and a one hour engagement shoot prior to your big day. Your photos will be delivered digitally 6-8 weeks after your event in a beautifully arranged gallery that you are free to share with friends and family. All packages include a 48-hour sneak peek.

additional services

ENGAGEMENT SESSIONS $450, one hour, 75+ edited photos; engagements are also offered at a 50% discount with any wedding package, and included with the Willow.
SECOND SHOOTERS $50/hour Let’s chat about when you might want a second shooter at your event! With a second shooter, you’ll have 35+ additional images per hour added to your initial album. The primary benefit of a second shooter is to provide you with images of special moments from a different perspective, ensure key points throughout the day are captured, and for large weddings (150 guests or more), to make sure you have all the candids of your family and friends enjoying your most important day.
FILM PHOTOGRAPHY $350, includes 25+ curated film photos taken throughout your event, printed on matte archival paper and delivered to you along with all the digital scans of your negatives.

Testimonials

"Ivy photographed our small elopement style wedding. She was amazing! She made us so comfortable all day."

Molly D.
"Working with Ivy was an absolute dream! 1000% recommend her to anyone looking for a photographer who goes above and beyond!"

Kayla R.
"In addition to beautifully capturing our wedding — both candidly and in formally posed shots — the best part of working with Ivy is her calm presence."

Michaela G.
"Ivy is a fantastic photographer. She did our engagement and wedding photos and they were wonderful. She made it a fun and special experience."

Melissa H.