I'm an Event and Concert Photographer, a rockstar with a camera who's worked with other rock-stars, rappers, dancers, models, bikers, you name it. I also do a lot of corporate and private events all throughout Chicago, big and small, and I get results fast.
3 reviews
Katie H.
July 14, 2025We hired Dyl Elner, Ace Photographer for our charity beach volleyball tournament, and the results were nothing short of exceptional. From start to finish, their professionalism, attention to detail, and creative eye stood out.
They arrived early, came fully prepared, and blended seamlessly into the event — capturing every important moment without being intrusive. The quality of the photos was stunning: beautifully composed, perfectly lit, and full of genuine emotion. Dyl has a true talent for telling a story through images.
What impressed us most was their ability to make everyone feel comfortable in front of the camera. Whether it was candid moments or posed group shots, they brought out the best in every person.
The turnaround time was also incredibly fast, and the final gallery was thoughtfully curated and easy to access. We now have a collection of memories that we’ll cherish forever, all thanks to their amazing work.
Highly recommend to anyone looking for a top-tier photographer who genuinely cares about their craft. We’d hire Dyl Elner, Ace Photographer again in a heartbeat.
— Katie Hanlon, Project C.U.R.E.
Hired as: Photographer
Shiloh C.
September 26, 2023Dyl 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 photographer. On the day of, he was early to the event and dressed to the nines- he blended in perfectly with our black tie event. He came with two SD cards- one for posed photos and one for candid photos. This allowed him to get me the photos ASAP and we received the posed photos in just a few days, allowing us to get these out to our attendees and supporters FAST. The photos were high quality and Dyl was friendly and professional through the entire event. I am so glad we booked him and will definitely be booking with him again soon! I highly recommend him for any of your event photography needs.
Hired as: Photographer
Lucia V.
April 5, 2023I had Dyl take pictures for me for my concert (I’m a singer). Although it was really dark at the venue, I was surprised to see how great the pictures came out. Dyl was very easy to work with. He’s quick to respond and gave me a great price. I definitely recommend him and would hire him again.
Hired as: Photographer
Price range: $150-1000
Languages: English
Gig length: 60 - 350 minutes
I've been playing with cameras since I was a kid.
It started when I got an I-Zone Poloriod for my birthday, and I had a bunch of old cameras that I just played around with. There used to be a functioning darkroom in my grandparents' basement, and I managed to save a kit full of functioning 35mm cameras and lenses from obscurity, I still use them to this day. I got my first digital camera when I was in high school, which is when I started to take a serious interest in photography.
I then studied at the American Academy of Art, where I majored in photography. While there, I had some of my work exhibited at Zhou B Art Center in Bridgeport, and some photos I took for school functions were used in brochures by the academy.
After I graduated, I got my first time-punching job as a school picture photographer with Lifetouch, then after that, I hit the big money when I started working as a freelancer for Kodak.
I got into concert photography when my brother hosted a local show in a shack behind a Mexican restaurant in Pilsen. From then on, I started taking my camera with me to every local and big concert I went to, and I began making decent money doing live and posed photos of metal and punk bands.
I've had my work featured in galleries across Chicago, including Bridgeport Art Center, the Metro, Exit, and a shop in Logan Square that sold film. I've also published my work in various photobooks and zines, including a project called "Big Brother is Watching."
Saturday
Nonprofit Event
1:00pm - 2:30pm
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Chicago, IL
Friday
Wedding Engagement
7:30pm - 8:00pm
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Chicago, IL
Thursday
Corporate Event
11:00am - 6:00pm
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Chicago, IL
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