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139 Photographers serving Chicago, IL

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Andrew Palmer Photo

5.0 (11)
Top Performer
20 Verified bookings

  • Mount Prospect, IL
  • Photographer
  • 20 miles from Chicago
  • Contact for pricing

Sholem W. said “We're so glad that we chose to go ahead with Andrew Palmer Photography. Pictures were great, delivered in a timely manner and Andrew was a pleasure to work with! ”
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  • Chicago, IL
  • Photographer
  • Starts at $450

Looking for a photographer who can capture your event or provide professional headshots? I'm Elliot Powell, a Chicago-based photographer with 20+ years...
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Poor Boy Rich Taste Photography

5.0 (14)
19 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Photographer
  • Contact for pricing

Nancy H. said “Prince did a phenomenal job from initial prompt and professional communications to onsite execution and extremely quick, high quality final results, I was so impressed with Prince as was my client,... ”
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Portrait Photography

4 Verified bookings

  • Frankfort, IL
  • Photographer
  • 29 miles from Chicago
  • Contact for pricing

Hey, my name is Xavier Chavez. I am an event photographer. You can see my work here on Gigsalad or: https://shadedshots.com...

SheShell Photos

5.0 (21)
Top Performer
60 Verified bookings

  • Skokie, IL
  • Photographer
  • 12 miles from Chicago
  • $125 – $5,000 per event

Menachem K. said “We’ve used her for over 20 events, and she always does a good job. She’s very easygoing, professional, and a pleasure to work with. Her prices are reasonable, and the photos always come out... ”

Matt Schwerin, Photographer

5.0 (8)
7 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Photographer
  • Starts at $200 per hour

Angela J. said “Matt was easy to work with, professional and timely. He captured great shots of our corporate seminar, the speakers, the guests, the band, and the entire event. I received the pictures quickly and... ”

Flashvibe Imaging

1 Verified booking

  • Chicago, IL
  • Photographer
  • Contact for pricing

A Chicago-based photography brand that combines editorial storytelling + corporate professionalism to create visuals that feel like campaigns-not just photos.

Dario Durham Photography

5.0 (19)
Top Performer
49 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Photographer
  • $200 – $1,000 per event

Bonnie F. said “Don't even hesitate! BOOK Dario now! He was on time! Pleasant, funny, professional! I am so happy we used him for our impromptu photo shoot to celebrate a dear friend's 50th birthday. What a great... ”

MK Art

5.0 (4)
6 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Photographer
  • $100 – $400 per event

Latonia T. said “awesome great work very professional. ”

Jomoghene Productions

4.0 (1)
1 Verified booking

  • Chicago, IL
  • Photographer
  • Starts at $250

The services I provide are photography, art, and videos. Our motto is “Exceptional images deserve an exceptional presentation.” So why not allow me to capture...

Photo773

3.83 (4)
3 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Photographer
  • Contact for pricing

Sara T. said “The photos for my wedding reception turned out so beautiful and he captured all of the special moments! I highly recommend booking Photo773 for your next event! ”

HK Photography

5.0 (12)
13 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Photographer
  • Starts at $125 per hour

Sher K. said “I hired HK Photography (Daniel) for my book launch event, and he exceeded every expectation. From start to finish, he was warm, professional, and an absolute joy to work with. He made everyone—from... ”

Austin Sowell Photography

1 Verified booking

  • Chicago, IL
  • Photographer
  • Contact for pricing

Chicago based photographer with 10 years experience specializing in Architecture, portrait, product and event photography.

Vega Luxe Creative

5.0 (8)
26 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Photographer
  • Starts at $125

Mary K. said “Tammy was super energetic and easy to work with! Would love to use her services again when back in the area! ”

Altphoto

4.67 (3)
3 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Photographer
  • Starts at $350

Jeremy said “On time, fantastic quality, professional and great turnaround time on the photos. Will definitely be booking you again! ”

G20/20

3.34 (3)
5 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Photographer
  • Starts at $150

Shachi S. said “I was looking for a photographer last minute for pre wedding family celebrations and found Kim. I was not too sure since there were no reviews, but I am really happy with her work. She is... ”

eClarke Photo

3 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Photographer
  • $75 – $100 per hour

Eric Clarke has attended events and shoots in Los Angeles, Miami, Phoenix, New Orleans, Atlanta, New York, and Chicago, experiencing many of the challenges...

Zach Caddy: Photographer

4.97 (48)
23 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Photographer
  • $500 per hour

Brenda F. said “Zach did an amazing job jumping in and photographing our daughter's bat mitzvah. He was on time, professional, took great photos, and shared them with us the morning after the party. Zach took... ”

Dyl Elner, Ace Photographer

5.0 (3)
3 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Photographer
  • $150 – $1,000 per event

Shiloh C. said “Dyl photographed our nonprofit gala last Thursday and went above and beyond our expectations. Our communications ahead of the event put me at ease and made me feel confident that we had booked a great... ”

Creative and Professional Photography

5.0 (5)
1 Verified booking

  • Chicago, IL
  • Photographer
  • Contact for pricing

Lorena U. said “I want to said that Emily is a wonderful person and professional. My experience in the photoshoot was amazing, Not only with the results, but also with her friendly personality. I’m glad with her... ”

Breionna Myles Photography

2 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Photographer
  • Contact for pricing

Breionna Myles Photography Elevated. Elegant. Unforgettable. Specializing in high-end event photography, I capture your celebration with refined detail,...

Seewhateye.c Photography, LLC

3 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Photographer
  • $400 – $800 per event

My name is Erika and i'm the owner of seewhateye.c photography, llc. I'm a photographer based in Chicago, IL. As a lover of all things photography and having...

VGP Photography

5.0 (1)
3 Verified bookings

  • Hillside, IL
  • Photographer
  • 14 miles from Chicago
  • Starts at $150

Leslie R. said “We recently had the pleasure of working with VGP Photography for our annual gala, and their approach was nothing short of spectacular – capturing the event paparazzi style. Their punctuality and... ”

S Tier Photography

5.0 (1)
1 Verified booking

  • Elmhurst, IL
  • Photographer
  • 16 miles from Chicago
  • Contact for pricing

Lauren H. said “Professional photographer who is easy to work with. He created a comfortable environment to ensure a great experience. Absolutely loved how the photos turned out. Highly recommend! ”

Uhlonzo

1 Verified booking

  • Glendale Heights, IL
  • Photographer
  • 23 miles from Chicago
  • $250 – $750 per event

Hi, my name is Alonzo and I'm a photographer from Illinois. Spend my time creating content to showcase my creativity, along with handling clients, small...

Allkindza Photography

5.0 (1)
1 Verified booking

  • Carol Stream, IL
  • Photographer
  • 26 miles from Chicago
  • Contact for pricing

Beth O. said “Todd came early to my son's outdoor 4th birthday party and took pictures of the kids, events, location and the families who came. He helped guide us so we could help him more effectively, actively... ”

Drogers Photography

5.0 (2)
2 Verified bookings

  • Matteson, IL
  • Photographer
  • 26 miles from Chicago
  • Starts at $350

Vickie E. said “Last night was perfect on scale of one to ten I will give them a ten with stars. Will use them for all church events. Very pleased!!!### ”

2.0 Photography

5.0 (2)
3 Verified bookings

  • Chesterton, IN
  • Photographer
  • 35 miles from Chicago
  • Starts at $300

Ashley B. said “I reached out to 2.0 Photography to book surprise engagement photos on the beach for my son, and they absolutely nailed it! I had some specific requests for how I wanted the interaction and surprise... ”

  • Chicago, IL
  • Photographer
  • $250 – $1,000 per event

I’m a cinematic portrait photographer based in Chicago, originally from Argentina. I specialize in creating expressive, atmospheric portraits with dramatic...

  • Chicago, IL
  • Photographer
  • Contact for pricing

If you have an event that needs bespoke photographic coverage I'm the partner for you. I specialize in capturing candid moments and can adapt my style from...

  • Chicago, IL
  • Photographer
  • Contact for pricing

My name is Stephanie and I have been photographing for the past 15 years and working as a professional photographer for the past 9 years. I have a BA in Digital...

  • Chicago, IL
  • Photographer
  • Starts at $150

Cathy D. said “Kristal took my grandson and my pictures. I am very happy with her work! I hope she'll take future family professional photos for us! ”

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Quick facts for Photographers in Chicago, IL

18,169 quotes sent

In the past year, Photographers have sent 18,169 quotes to event planners.

17th most popular

Photographers rank #17 in popularity out of 539 categories on GigSalad.

4.9 out of 5 stars

There are 6,013 Photographer reviews on GigSalad with an average rating of 4.9 stars.

1.4 days on average to book

From request to booking, it takes 1.4 days (on average) to hire a Photographer.

Chicago ranks #1

Chicago is the most popular city for Photographers requests in Illinois.

Popular events

Photographers are typically hired for Corporate Events, Wedding Ceremonies, and Birthday Parties in Chicago, IL.

Illinois ranks #5

Illinois is the 5th most popular state for Photographers requests in the United States.

Past events for Photographers in Chicago, IL

Shower for my Daughter

Photographer

5.0

January 17, 2026

3 hours

Dario is the most talented photographer! He captures beautiful pictures of our events and is detailed with all the pictures! Our family is lucky to have found him!We will have the best memories from his pictures for a lifetime!
Event total

$450

Outstanding Photographer!

Photographer

5.0

November 22, 2025

2 hours

We had a wonderful experience working with this photographer for our AKAversary Brunch. From start to finish, their professionalism, warmth, and reliability were truly appreciated. They captured our moments with care, attention to detail, and a genuine understanding of the spirit of our celebration. The photos were good and thoughtfully composed, and the photographer’s attentiveness helped make the process smooth and enjoyable. Their ability to make everyone feel comfortable and at ease was a real highlight. If you’re looking for someone who is timely, personable, and committed to delivering quality work, we highly recommend this photographer and would gladly work with them again!
Event total

$150

Talented, professional, personable photographer!

Photographer

5.0

January 1, 2026

2 hours

I cannot say enough good things about working with Dario! First, I had a photographer lined up to take photos of me at a New Year’s Day black tie event. The person canceled on me at the last moment, so when I put in a request for a last minute person, especially on a holiday, I wasn’t hopeful. Dario came to my request by responding to my request immediately! He showed up early, was professionally dressed, and was so personable and enthusiastic throughout. Because he was early, he had scouted a few key spots to take photos, and did a great job of directing me where to stand or sit and how to pose. He was even so kind as to send me a sneak peek photos later that afternoon! I was wowed by what he shared and cannot wait to see all the pictures he captured. I will absolutely work with Dario again. He is a gem!
Event total

$300

About booking Photographers in Chicago, IL

Booking professional photography is the best way to immortalize every unforgettable moment with your loved ones. Whether you’re setting up a special photo shoot for your family or want to capture genuine moments at your birthday party, wedding, or corporate event, you can find the right photographer for you on GigSalad.

The cost of hiring a professional photographer in Chicago, Illinois will vary depending on the type of event, the length of the photo session, and the style of photography you want. For example, lifestyle photography for events will often have a different rate than portrait photography depending on the hours needed and the level of editing required. Contact the local photographers above to get a quote customized for your needs.

While browsing Chicago photographers, look through their online portfolios to see if their photos match the style you’re going for with your photo shoot. We also highly recommend reading plenty of reviews from past clients. See if others had a great experience and if the photographer was easy to work with. When talking with your photographer, discuss important details like what is included in the photo package, the venue or location setup, if lights are needed or if natural lighting will be present, and delivery timelines and expectations.

Once you find someone you want to hire, finalize the booking on GigSalad. Our full-service platform makes it easy to book all types of event services. You can communicate with the photographer, confirm all the details with an online agreement, and make a secure payment all in one place. Every GigSalad booking is covered by our Worry-Free Guarantee, so you can rest easy knowing we’ve got your back. You can put that phone camera away, relax, and let the pros capture beautiful photos on your special day.

Photographers serving the Chicago, IL area

These Photographers serve the wider Chicago and Cook county area and travel to Lincoln Park, Cicero, Irving Park, Oak Park, Berwyn, Stickney, Forest Park, Forest View, Elmwood Park, North Riverside, River Forest, Lincolnwood, Riverside, Amf Ohare, Lyons, Hines, Maywood, Harwood Heights, River Grove, Summit, Summit Argo, Burbank, Hometown, Evergreen Park, Broadview, Norridge, Melrose Park, Evanston, Brookfield, and Skokie.