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128 Photographers serving Waukegan, IL

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Andrew Palmer Photo

5.0 (7)
Top Performer
15 Verified bookings

  • Mount Prospect, IL
  • Photographer
  • 21 miles from Waukegan
  • Price varies by event type and scope of coverage.

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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Breionna Myles Photography

2 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Photographer
  • 35 miles from Waukegan
  • Contact for rates

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

5.0 (14)
18 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Photographer
  • 35 miles from Waukegan
  • Contact for rates

Isaac C. said “Poor Boy Rich Taste was fantastic! Gave great directions during our photoshoot. Professional, personable, amazing experience. ”
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  • Chicago, IL
  • Photographer
  • 35 miles from Waukegan
  • 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 (17)
Top Performer
53 Verified bookings

  • Skokie, IL
  • Photographer
  • 23 miles from Waukegan
  • $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

New member

  • Chicago, IL
  • Photographer
  • 35 miles from Waukegan
  • Contact for rates

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

Rosales photos

5.0 (2)
2 Verified bookings

  • Zion, IL
  • Photographer
  • 6 miles from Waukegan
  • $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
  • 17 miles from Waukegan
  • $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... ”

Jason Nowitzki Photography, LLC

5.0 (4)
3 Verified bookings

  • Carpentersville, IL
  • Photographer
  • 27 miles from Waukegan
  • 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... ”

VGP Photography

5.0 (1)
3 Verified bookings

  • Hillside, IL
  • Photographer
  • 34 miles from Waukegan
  • $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... ”

Allkindza Photography

5.0 (1)
1 Verified booking

  • Carol Stream, IL
  • Photographer
  • 35 miles from Waukegan
  • 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... ”

Altphoto

4.67 (3)
3 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Photographer
  • 35 miles from Waukegan
  • $350 and up

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

Matt Schwerin, Photographer

5.0 (7)
7 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Photographer
  • 35 miles from Waukegan
  • Negotiable. events start around $200 an hour.

Kelly J. said “My wife and I used Matt for our wedding in October 2015, and we were both unbelievably happy with the results. We have many of the photos hanging around our house and still receive compliments on... ”

HK Photography

5.0 (10)
11 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Photographer
  • 35 miles from Waukegan
  • Photo-$200 hourly video-$125 hourly

Chris S. said “Felix - was so great and awesome! Always in the right spot at the right time! We had such a great time with him. ”

Jomoghene Productions

4.0 (1)
1 Verified booking

  • Chicago, IL
  • Photographer
  • 35 miles from Waukegan
  • $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...

Photo773

5.0 (3)
3 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Photographer
  • 35 miles from Waukegan
  • Contact for rates

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! ”

Vega Luxe Creative

5.0 (6)
20 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Photographer
  • 35 miles from Waukegan
  • $125 and up

Denise S. said “We had the pleasure of working with Tammy at Vega Luxe Media for our corporate event, and we couldn’t be more impressed! Tammy was both our photographer and videographer, and she absolutely exceeded... ”

eClarke Photo

3 Verified bookings

  • Chicago, IL
  • Photographer
  • 35 miles from Waukegan
  • $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...

  • Waukegan, IL
  • Photographer
  • Contact for rates

Lifestyle sessions of kids and families. Any event I'm your girl. Reasonable pricing and quality work. Great with kids and babies.

FlashMediaGroups

5.0 (7)
New member

  • Zion, IL
  • Photographer
  • 6 miles from Waukegan
  • $500-$5000

Ramona R. said “Professional, and friendly. Attention to detail. The quality of the images and the overall experience exceptional. I highly recommend this photography business to anyone looking for beautiful,... ”

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Quick facts for Photographers in Waukegan, IL

15,677 quotes sent

In the past year, Photographers have sent 15,677 quotes to event planners.

20th most popular

Photographers rank #20 in popularity out of 539 categories on GigSalad.

4.9 out of 5 stars

There are 5,688 Photographer reviews on GigSalad with an average rating of 4.9 stars.

1.5 days on average to book

From request to booking, it takes 1.5 days (on average) to hire a Photographer.

Popular events

Photographers are typically hired for Worship Services in Waukegan, IL.

Illinois ranks #5

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

Past events for Photographers in Waukegan, IL

Very good

Photographer

5.0

October 4, 2025

1.5 hour

Andrew took some beauty pictures
Event total

$200

About booking Photographers in Waukegan, 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 Waukegan, 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 Waukegan 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 Waukegan, IL area

These Photographers serve the wider Waukegan and Lake county area and travel to Park City, North Chicago, Gurnee, Great Lakes, Beach Park, Wadsworth, Zion, Lake Bluff, Gages Lake, Lake Forest, Old Mill Creek, Libertyville, Winthrop Harbor, Russell, Lindenhurst, Mettawa, Grayslake, Vernon Hills, Mundelein, Fort Sheridan, Hainesville, Highwood, Indian Creek, Bannockburn, Round Lake Park, Lake Villa, Lincolnshire, Round Lake Beach, Round Lake, and Highland Park.