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134 Photographers serving Lake Forest, IL

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Portrait Photography

4 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Photographer
  • 28 miles from Lake Forest
  • $175-$425

Hey, my name is Xavier Chavez. I am an event and commercial photographer and videographer. Throughout my years I have interacted with people of all walks of...
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Poor Boy Rich Taste Photography

5.0 (14)
18 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Photographer
  • 28 miles from Lake Forest
  • Contact for rates

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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  • Chicago, IL
  • Photographer
  • 28 miles from Lake Forest
  • Starting 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...

SheShell Photos

5.0 (20)
Top Performer
60 Verified bookings

  • Skokie, IL
  • Photographer
  • 16 miles from Lake Forest
  • $100-5000

Brian S. said “She went above and beyond and produced and excellent video. The sound and video quality were outstanding. I highly recommend Sheshell. ”

Flashvibe Imaging

1 Verified booking

  • Chicago, IL
  • Photographer
  • 28 miles from Lake Forest
  • Contact for rates

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

Matt Schwerin, Photographer

5.0 (8)
7 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Photographer
  • 28 miles from Lake Forest
  • Negotiable. events start around $200 an 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... ”

FlashMediaGroups

5.0 (7)
Top Performer
1 Verified booking

  • Zion, IL
  • Photographer
  • 13 miles from Lake Forest
  • $500-$5000

Crystal H. T. said “They are so professional and they listen to the needs of their customers. I would definitely be using them again for all of my special occasions and events. ”

Jason Nowitzki Photography, LLC

5.0 (4)
Top Performer
4 Verified bookings

  • Carpentersville, IL
  • Photographer
  • 23 miles from Lake Forest
  • Contact for rates

Doug B. said “When producing a show, in this case a live music performance, you hire a photographer to cover the event and hope that they’re able to capture the emotion, the intensity and the thrill of those very... ”

Dario Durham Photography

5.0 (19)
Top Performer
49 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Photographer
  • 28 miles from Lake Forest
  • $200-$1000

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... ”

Rosales photos

5.0 (2)
2 Verified bookings

  • Zion, IL
  • Photographer
  • 13 miles from Lake Forest
  • $200 - $2800

Jesus O. said “She did my family portraits. She was very patient with my two little ones. ”

Glance by Lina

5.0 (1)
2 Verified bookings

  • Wauconda, IL
  • Photographer
  • 15 miles from Lake Forest
  • $350-2000

Manny H. said “Lina did an exceptional job of photographing my Father's Outdoor 91st Birthday Party. Lina captured all 68 guest's emotions and personalities using the best angles and lighting. Lina was very... ”

S Tier Photography

5.0 (1)
1 Verified booking

  • Elmhurst, IL
  • Photographer
  • 25 miles from Lake Forest
  • Contact for rates

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! ”

VGP Photography

5.0 (1)
3 Verified bookings

  • Hillside, IL
  • Photographer
  • 27 miles from Lake Forest
  • $150 & up

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... ”

Uhlonzo

1 Verified booking

  • Glendale Heights, IL
  • Photographer
  • 27 miles from Lake Forest
  • $250 - 750

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
  • 28 miles from Lake Forest
  • Contact for rates

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... ”

Creative and Professional Photography

5.0 (5)
1 Verified booking

  • Chicago, IL
  • Photographer
  • 28 miles from Lake Forest
  • Contact for rates

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... ”

Photo773

3.83 (4)
3 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Photographer
  • 28 miles from Lake Forest
  • Contact for rates

Megan W. said “Photo773 was great and captured the photos of our resident event that we were looking for! ”

Altphoto

4.67 (3)
3 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Photographer
  • 28 miles from Lake Forest
  • $350 and up

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

MK Art

5.0 (4)
6 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Photographer
  • 28 miles from Lake Forest
  • $100-400

Tiba said “My experience with MK art was great. I will be using her in the near future. ”

Zach Caddy: Photographer

4.97 (48)
23 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Photographer
  • 28 miles from Lake Forest
  • $500/hr for most weddings and events!

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... ”

eClarke Photo

3 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Photographer
  • 28 miles from Lake Forest
  • $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...

Vega Luxe Creative

5.0 (8)
23 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Photographer
  • 28 miles from Lake Forest
  • $125 and up

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

Breionna Myles Photography

2 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Photographer
  • 28 miles from Lake Forest
  • Contact for rates

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

HK Photography

5.0 (11)
12 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Photographer
  • 28 miles from Lake Forest
  • Photo-$200 hourly video-$125 hourly

Bassie M. said “Thank you David for the great pictures and quick turnaround! ”

Jomoghene Productions

4.0 (1)
1 Verified booking

  • Chicago, IL
  • Photographer
  • 28 miles from Lake Forest
  • $250 and up

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...

Seewhateye.c Photography, LLC

3 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Photographer
  • 28 miles from Lake Forest
  • $400-$800

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...

  • Highland Park, IL
  • Photographer
  • 6 miles from Lake Forest
  • Contact for rates

Our studio thrives on versatility, boasting a seasoned team adept at shifting seamlessly across various styles: from fine art to editorial elegance to classic...

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Quick facts for Photographers in Lake Forest, IL

17,532 quotes sent

In the past year, Photographers have sent 17,532 quotes to event planners.

18th most popular

Photographers rank #18 in popularity out of 539 categories on GigSalad.

4.9 out of 5 stars

There are 5,948 Photographer reviews on GigSalad with an average rating of 4.9 stars.

1.3 days on average to book

From request to booking, it takes 1.3 days (on average) to hire a Photographer.

Illinois ranks #5

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

About booking Photographers in Lake Forest, 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 Lake Forest, 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 Lake Forest 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 Lake Forest, IL area

These Photographers serve the wider Lake Forest and Lake county area and travel to Lake Bluff, Great Lakes, Fort Sheridan, Highwood, North Chicago, Mettawa, Bannockburn, Highland Park, Lincolnshire, Libertyville, Deerfield, Vernon Hills, Park City, Riverwoods, Waukegan, Indian Creek, Gurnee, Mundelein, Buffalo Grove, North Brook, Northbrook, Wheeling, Glencoe, Long Grove, Techny, Gages Lake, Hawthorn Woods, Beach Park, Northfield, and Forest Lake.