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Chicago Photographers

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The Top Chicago Photographers, 2025

Browse these top-rated photographers from Chicago, IL

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Eliana M.
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Thank you for being here! Photography is about capturing your most beautiful & confident self, and I’m here to help you hype you up along the way! You won't need to worry about practicing your smile because I’m here to help your real one shine during our time together. You’ll experience my signature secret-sauce combination of poses and prompts that are guaranteed to give you a fun and memorable session. I’ve been doing photography for more than six years and have photographed all ages — from 0 to 105! No matter who you are or what stage of life you’re in, if you’re looking for a fun-filled session that will leave you giggling, giddy, and feeling like your BEST self, you’re in the right place.

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Nick C.
Chicago
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Nick Cartwright is a photographer out of Indianapolis Indiana with over 6 years of photography experience. He has a Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts - Digital Photography from the Illinois Institute of Art - Schaumburg, and has an eclectic portfolio of work. He has photographed for clients including the Chicago Fire Soccer Club, the Boy Scouts of America, RR Donnelley, and ItemMaster, where he has gained immense experience doing work with products, fashion, sports, location lifestyle/portraiture, travel, editorial and even weddings

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Victor H.
Chicago
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Originally from Belarus, I bring a unique blend of attention to details and artistic vision to my photography. While pursuing my engineering degree, I discovered my passion for capturing the world around me. I honed my skills through workshops and educational programs before embarking on a three-year adventure as a photographer on cruise ships, traversing the globe. Back in Belarus, I transitioned into hard-hitting photojournalism, working for the country's leading daily newspaper, an experience that ignited my dedication to storytelling through powerful imagery. In 2017, I relocated to Chicago, where I continue to thrive as a freelance photographer. My lens captures everything from breaking news and captivating portraits to impactful features. My work has graced the pages of prestigious publications like The Chicago Sun-Times, The Chicago Tribune, and The Daily Mail (UK), showcasing my versatility and dedication. Beyond assignments, I'm deeply passionate about personal projects. Several have even culminated in exhibitions and books, allowing me to share my artistic vision with the world.

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Christopher N.
Chicago
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camera Sony A6400, DJI Mini 3 Drone

Christopher has 15 years experience in photography. He started off as a wildlife photographer, then portrait and now real estate. Christopher is also Part 107 certified (drone pilot). Christopher love letting the client take the when during photography sessions because the client has the vision. He has the tools. Combine the two and you will have success.

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Lori S.
Chicago
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I am an established Professional Real Estate Photographer! I photograph for over 1600 Professional Real Estate Agents & Builders & Homeowners & CBRE Co.'s from all around. I offer many services to get your property sold quickly. I have a quick turnaround time of next day. All of your Photos will be shot in HDR and be professionally edited

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Milan T.
Chicago
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Hey there, I'm Milan Tomic, a wedding and family photographer with a passion for capturing life's special moments. From heartfelt weddings to tender family gatherings, I thrive on documenting the love and joy shared between people. With a keen eye for detail and a knack for storytelling, I immerse myself in each project, blending into the background to capture intimate moments authentically. My goal is to create timeless treasures that families can cherish for generations, preserving the emotions and atmosphere of every occasion. Through my lens, I seek to capture the essence of love, laughter, and connection, making each photograph a masterpiece in its own right. It's not just about taking pictures; it's about preserving memories that will last a lifetime.

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Miguel Angel C.
Chicago
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Miguel is an experience photographer who have worked with many clients during the last past 5 years.

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John C.
Chicago
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With six years of experience in photography, John specializes in automotive and portrait photography, sparked by his passion for storytelling through captivating imagery. His journey began at car shows, evolving into a deep love for motorsports photography. Through training and hands-on experience, he's honed his craft to convey narratives and emotions in every shot.

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Ryan R.
Chicago
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camera Sony Alpha A9, Sony a7rV

Ryan is an editorial and commercial photographer with 23 years of experience based in the Chicago area. He has worked with numerous national and international clients including International Monetary Fund, World Bank Group, Northwestern University Kellogg School of Management, Chicago Tribune, Daily Herald, Northwest Herald, George Street Photography, Bentley Motors and Google/Zagat to name a few.

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Martha V.
Chicago
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Martha was born in Mexico City. In 2013 she moved to Chicago to pursue her BFA in photography from School of the Art Institute of Chicago. She does freelance photography, mainly food, portrait and event photography. Her photos have been published in several books: Soy Guelaguetza, Oaxaca y Sus Cocineras, Ritmo Color y Movimiento, and Zapotec Identity. She recently finished her Masters on Art Direction from La Bassad, Barcelona.

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Kyle R.
Chicago
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I love to create! I have been taking photos for about 8 years now, started taking it more seriously about 4 years ago. I have traveled across the country in cars older than I am with one goal in mind - To capture beautiful, real, genuine moments of people and the world they are living in. There is no better way to train or practice photography than driving 5000+ miles and seeing nearly every sunrise and sunset over a 3-week period. I have lately been shooting live concerts and events, in addition to working on studio work with some of these artists.

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Sam S.
Chicago
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camera Canon EOS 5D Mark III, Canon EOS 5D Mark II, Canon EOS M6

Sam is a highly experience professional of more than 30 years. Starting his professional career in a photo studio in suburban Chicago then starting S&S Photo Inc in the near north photo district of Chicago. Working for Agencies, Design Studio and Corporate clientele. Shooting Product, Food, Beverage, Special Effects and Real Estate imagery. He is extremely well versed in lighting.

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Nenad N.
Chicago
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Nenad is experienced professional photographer who has worked for various clients and organizations across Europe and USA for the last 20 years.

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Kimberly K.
Chicago
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Kim is a professional photographer in the Chicago area who has been working with clients for 7 years. She loves working with people and that makes a big impact on her photography style. She is a portrait photographer but also has experience shooting weddings, events, real estate and products.

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Kaitlin P.
Chicago
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camera Canon EOS 60D, Canon EOS 6D

Kaitlin is a seasoned wedding and product photographer with over 10 years of industry experience. She's a true champion of travel and shooting in natural light, capturing the moments you'll want framed forever.

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Cindi Z.
Chicago
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Cindi Zdrinc went to DePaul University in Chicago, IL and graduated with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Digital Cinema with a focus on video editing and color correcting. Along the way, she discovered her love for photography when she took a prerequisite class in Photography I. Her passion for photography only grew when her assignments brought her to the city streets to capture people in their natural element. She found a niche in candid moments. This expanded into her developing a portfolio that attracted a production studio in Chicago that serviced corporations like Allstate, McDonald's, and Pfizer. She soon found herself working with high-end clients shooting corporate events, taking professional head shots for corporate leaders, and documenting company events. Today, she has a portfolio that spans from corporate events to bar mitvahs to concert photography to food photography to family birthday parties. She finds a great joy in being able to supply and deliver captured memories for her clients.

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Maya M.
Chicago
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camera Leica Q2, Hasselblad Lunar, Canon EOS 5D, Canon EOS 5D Mark III, Canon R6

Maya has always had a love for photography. From a very early age - if she went, a camera went with her! Maya cultivated that love with darkroom work, photography courses, and contributing to her college as photo editor of the newspaper, yearbook and literary magazine Maya specializes in Maternity Shoots, Newborn Sessions, Children's Photography, Head shots, Engagements and Family Portraits. She also shoots Special Events and Celebrations such as Charity Gala's, Small Weddings and Birthday Parties. If she were to choose a favorite...it definitely would be family photography capturing moments to be shared generation, after generation, after generation.

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Esteban C.
Chicago
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Ive been taking photos for the last 5 years. I have a wide range of experience from doing concerts, weddings and family portraits. I love capturing the moment for others to be able to keep and value.

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David B.
Chicago
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camera Sony A7 III, Sony Alpha A9

David has photographed weddings since he was invited to his very first one back in 2011. He has a degree in Visual Arts and he applies his experience to every single wedding that he attends looking for that perfect moment.

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Omar L.
Chicago
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Omar is an experienced photographer with over 7 years in the photography and videography industry. Omar has had clients in Guatemala, the US, and Chile and has worked with clients like Chevrolet, Pepsi, Seeds for Progress, USAID, etc.

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Manuela G.
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Manuela is a professional photographer who has worked in Colombia and Chicago with couples from different countries for more than 2 years.

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How did you get started with photography

I was always surrounded by photography equipment since my grand father was one before I was born. It wasn't until I turned 22 that I finally started looking for a creative output and have been doing it ever since.

What do you love about your job?

I love capturing emotions and giving people satisfaction with the work I provide. I always take every job personal since my main goal is to deliver something that me and the clients will love to share with the world.

What are some of your favorite places in Chicago to take photographs?

I love downtown Chicago especially around the reflective buildings since they provide an amazing bounce of light I like taking advantage of it.

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Chicago Photography Statistics

Average job start rating4.8
Chicago photography jobs per day3,437
Average length of photography job (hours)3.8
Photos taken per hour in Chicago32,647

Chi Town is known for it's legendary street photographers and it wasn't hard for us to find a crew of talented shutterbugs when Snappr arrived to the shores of Lake Michigan. We're a revolutionary photography platform that makes it easy to book a pre-vetted photographer at market-beating rates. Chicago residents can now hire a photographer for parties, product shoots, and portraits (and much more) in the blink of an eye!