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# CRISTINAGPHOTO: Chicago wedding photographer

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- [Alla Vita](https://cristinagphoto.com/alla-vita/): Abby and Josh’s Alla Vita Chicago wedding felt electric from the moment guests arrived. Set inside one of Chicago’s most celebrated restaurants in the heart of the West Loop, the entire evening unfolded like an unforgettable night out centered around incredible food, music, cocktails, and atmosphere. Alla Vita’s iconic draped ceiling installation, glowing amber lighting, layered textures, and intimate restaurant setting shaped the mood of the entire celebration. The atmosphere felt rich, immersive, and completely alive from the very beginning. These kinds of Alla Vita Chicago wedding pictures feel cinematic and atmospheric — candlelight reflecting off cocktails, espresso martinis passing through on the packed dance floor. Every photograph carried the feeling of movement, celebration, and intimacy that defined the entire evening.
- [PINK SHELL RESORT, FORT MYERS BEACH](https://cristinagphoto.com/fort-mayers-beach-florida/): VENUE: Pink Shell ResortFLORALS: River District FloralDJ: Black Tie EntertainmentBEAUTY: Salon TeezWEDDING DRESS: Rue de Seine
- [The Drake Hotel](https://cristinagphoto.com/the-drake-hotel-chicago-wedding/): One of our favorite parts of the day was photographing the couple throughout downtown Chicago and around The Drake Hotel itself. The ivy-covered archways, historic architecture, and sweeping views of Lake Shore Drive gave the entire gallery a distinctly quintessential Chicago feeling. Their portraits felt elegant yet alive, balancing old-world sophistication with the carefree energy of a late summer wedding weekend. From dramatic black and white portraits outside the hotel to quiet in between moments beneath the trees, every part of the city seemed to reflect the timeless atmosphere of the celebration. These are the kinds of The Drake Hotel Chicago wedding pictures that remind us why this venue continues to be one of the most iconic wedding locations in the city.
- [ST JAMES 1868, MILWAUKEE](https://cristinagphoto.com/st-james-milwaukee/): WEDDING PLANNER: Events to a TWEDDING VENUE: St James 1868FLORALS: Atmospheric FloralMUSIC: Gold Coast EventsBEAUTY: The Bridal Beauty Team
- [ADLER PLANETARIUM](https://cristinagphoto.com/adler-planetarium/): VENUE: Adler PlanetariumPLANNER: Christine JandaBRIDE'S DRESS: Vera WangFLORALS: CJ& DESIGNMAKEUP: Joanna B ArtistryHAIR: Erin Graham HairSTATIONERY: LBrowne Design
- [FLORENCE, ITALY  ENGAGEMENT SESSION](https://cristinagphoto.com/florence-italy-engagement-session/): FLORENCE, ITALY ENGAGEMENT SESSION We first met this sweet Canadian couple on a boat tour in Cinque Terre, where we instantly connected over our love for travel, storytelling, and, of course, Italy. They were in the midst of searching for the perfect wedding venue in Tuscany and knew they wanted to capture this exciting chapter with an engagement session. A few days later, we met in Florence, where they wandered through the historic city in effortless neutral tones, sharing quiet moments and laughter against the breathtaking backdrop of the Duomo. From romantic embraces at Piazzale Michelangelo to dreamy walks along Florence’s sun-drenched streets, this session was a perfect reflection of their love and the magic of Italy. If you're planning a destination wedding or engagement in Italy, let this be your inspiration! EXPLORE MORE STORIES Villa Pazzi Tuscany wedding the Peninsula Chicago wedding JW Marriott Chicago wedding EXPLORE MORE STORIES Villa Pazzi Tuscany wedding the Peninsula Chicago wedding JW Marriott Chicago wedding
- [WALDORF ASTORIA HOTEL](https://cristinagphoto.com/waldorf-astoria/): VENUE: The Waldorf AstoriaDRESS: Monique LhuillierHAIR: Lauren LoganMAKEUP: Nicole JacobFLORIST: Exquisite Designs
- [OLD POST OFFICE](https://cristinagphoto.com/old-post-office/): PLANNING: Christine JandaFLORAL: Christine JandaVENUE: Etta BucktownVENUE: The Old Post OfficeDRESS: Jamie Sortino JUMPSUIT: Steven BirnbaumHOTEL: The ViceroyHAIR: Rhona Kane HairMAKEUP: Morgan Marie Beauty
- [REVEL MOTOR ROW](https://cristinagphoto.com/revel-motor-row/): VENUE: Revel Motor RowPLANNER: Olive Fine WeddingsFLORALS: Revel DecorBEAUTY: Alyssa Lynn Makeup
- [THEATRE ON THE LAKE](https://cristinagphoto.com/theatre-on-the-lake/): Tucked along the lakefront with skyline views and an open-air charm, this Theatre on the Lake wedding felt like a breath of fresh spring air.
- [LONDON HOUSE HOTEL](https://cristinagphoto.com/london-house-hotel/): Everyone has a soft spot for the London House Hotel. With its iconic rooftop patio and sweeping views of the Chicago skyline, the historic cupola, Chicago’s go-to spot for romantic proposals, and a ballroom that floats above the river, it’s easy to see why a summer London House Hotel wedding feels like a dream. Especially when it’s the same place where you first said “Yes” and now get to say “I do.” 
- [UNIVERSITY CLUB OF CHICAGO](https://cristinagphoto.com/university-club-copy/): VENUE: University Club of ChicagoPLANNER: Clementine DRESS: Vera WangBEAUTY: Deb PetrielliBAND: Rendezvous BandsDECOR: HMR DesignsVIDEOGRAPHY: Highway 61RENTALS: Festive FrogLIGHTING: Frost Chicago
- [THE BLACKSTONE HOTEL](https://cristinagphoto.com/the-blackstone/): The space boasts intricate, beautiful architecture with views of Grant Park and Michigan Avenue, featuring the Art Hall for cocktail hour and elegantly decorated hotel suites that create the perfect backdrop for getting ready photos. Stephanie & Ryan dreamed of a romantic, fairytale-like day for their Blackstone Hotel wedding, brought to life with white blooms adorning each table, the grand ballroom entrance, and their custom bar.
- [CHICAGO ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION](https://cristinagphoto.com/chicago-athletic-association/): This Chicago Athletic Association wedding was a perfect blend of historic charm and refined summer elegance.
- [Westmoreland Country Club](https://cristinagphoto.com/westmoreland-country-club/): VENUE: Westmoreland Country ClubDRESS: Carolina HerreraBAND: The GentsDECOR: HMR DesignsMAKEUP: Shannon O'BrienHAIR: Megan Michel CAKE: Alliance BakeryVIDEOGRAPHER: Smiling ToadSTATIONERY: Magnificent Milestones
- [The Dalcy](https://cristinagphoto.com/the-dalcy/): VENUE: The DalcyVIDEOGRAPHER: Mirar WeddingsDECOR: Life in BloomMUSIC: Beatmix Music
- [Union League Club](https://cristinagphoto.com/union-league-club/): PLANNING: Michelle Durpetti EventsCHURCH: Our Lady of Pompeii ShrineVENUE: Union League ClubMAKEUP: Jose Oscar De LeonHAIR: Morgan Marie BeautyFLORALS: Steve's Flower MarketMUSIC: Okyne Media LabLIGHTING: Elegant Event LightingSTATIONERY: Letterpress by LydiaDRESS: Inbal DrorVIDEO: Imagination Designers
- [WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY COST<BR> IN <BR>CHICAGO](https://cristinagphoto.com/wedding-photography-cost-in-chicago/): If you’ve started looking for a wedding photographer in Chicago, you’ve probably noticed pretty quickly that pricing is all over the place. You might see one photographer at $2,500 and another at $12,000 or more, and it’s not always obvious why. It’s easy to assume the difference comes down to hours or what’s included, but that’s only part of it. The bigger difference is experience, consistency, and how the day is handled from start to finish. This is a breakdown of what that really looks like. If you’re still early in your search and trying to figure out what actually matters when choosing a photographer, I put together a guide that walks through that here.
- [HOW TO PICK THE BEST WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER](https://cristinagphoto.com/how-to-pick-the-best-wedding-photographer/): Choosing a wedding photographer sounds simple at first. You find a style you like, check availability, and move forward. But once you start looking, it gets overwhelming quickly. Everyone’s work looks beautiful, everyone says similar things, and it becomes harder to tell what actually matters. This is written through the lens of Chicago, but the truth is, these considerations apply anywhere. It’s simply the city we know best, and where our experience is grounded.

## Pages
- [Chicago Winery](https://cristinagphoto.com/chicago-winery/): Alex and Doug’s late October Chicago Winery wedding was the perfect blend of romance, warmth, and modern elegance in the heart of Chicago. Filled with candlelight, layered florals, emotional moments, and an atmosphere that felt deeply personal, the entire day unfolded with an effortless sense of beauty from beginning to end. From getting ready at The Langham Chicago to dancing beneath suspended floral installations late into the night, every part of the celebration felt immersive, stylish, and incredibly intentional. Alex wore a stunning Vera Wang gown with intricate lace detailing and sheer lace sleeves that created a bridal look that felt timeless, refined, and romantic.
- [167 Events](https://cristinagphoto.com/167-events/): Julia and David’s early November 167 Events wedding was the perfect blend of modern sophistication and romantic city glamour. Set high above downtown Chicago, their celebration embraced everything that makes a skyline wedding feel unforgettable — dramatic architecture, glowing city lights, candlelit elegance, and an atmosphere that felt deeply personal from beginning to end. Designed around a chic palette of white, green, and black, every part of the wedding carried a refined, editorial energy while remaining warm and inviting for their guests.
- [The Dalcy Wedding](https://cristinagphoto.com/the-dalcy-catherine-eric/): Catherine looked stunning in a sleek strapless gown that perfectly matched the clean aesthetic of the day, while Eric’s classic black tuxedo brought a timeless sophistication that carried seamlessly throughout the celebration. Every detail felt intentional, from the sculptural floral installations suspended above the dance floor to the warm glow filling the room as guests settled in for the evening. The exposed beams, soaring ceilings, dark steel details, and layered lighting gave the entire venue a rich industrial atmosphere that photographed beautifully throughout the night and created some of the most striking The Dalcy wedding pictures from the entire season.
- [FAQ](https://cristinagphoto.com/faq/): Unlike many teams where a random “second shooter” shows up on the day, we bring 15+ years of experience working in sync. This is one of the reasons couples searching for the best Chicago wedding photographers choose us you’re guaranteed two experts who know how to anticipate, capture, and elevate every moment together. We balance artistry with efficiency, ensuring both editorial portraits and spontaneous, fleeting moments are captured beautifully.
- [CAFÉ BRAUERTHE](https://cristinagphoto.com/cafe-brauer-wedding/): This Café Brauer wedding began with a ceremony beneath the Honeycomb in Lincoln Park—an architectural gem that frames the city skyline like a piece of art—and ended with a candlelit reception at the iconic Chicago venue, where warm brick walls and soaring ceilings set the scene for a night to remember.
- [JW MARRIOTT](https://cristinagphoto.com/jw-marriott-chicago-wedding/): Effortlessly chic and full of energy, this JW Marriott Chicago wedding was equal parts glamorous and fun. The bride stunned in a sleek, modern Winnie Couture gown that set the tone for a celebration filled with playful elegance and nonstop joy. From a twirl-worthy first dance to late night espresso martinis, neon-lit photo ops, and a bubble-filled dance floor, every moment felt vibrant and completely their own.
- [VILLA PAZZI TUSCANY](https://cristinagphoto.com/villa-pazzi-wedding/): A sun-drenched ceremony beneath the olive trees, an aperitivo hour in the villa gardens, and a candlelit dinner under ancient beams made this Villa Pazzi wedding pure Italian romance. This Chicago couple hired us before they'd even booked their venue. Referred by a past client, they trusted us to capture their Tuscan wedding from the very start.
- [EXPERIENCE](https://cristinagphoto.com/experience/): You get one dress. One kiss at the altar. One moment before the doors open. Some of it you’ll remember. A lot of it you won’t. That’s why how it’s photographed matters. We approach your wedding with a balance of instinct and structure — knowing when to guide, when to step back, and how to let moments exist without interruption. As Chicago wedding photographers with over 15 years of experience, we don’t just follow a timeline — we anticipate it. Every frame is considered, never forced. The result is imagery that feels cinematic, refined, and deeply personal — grounded in how the day actually moves, not how it’s staged. We build timelines that allow space, pay attention to the details most people overlook, and tune into the rhythm of your day so you can be fully present, knowing it’s all being captured with intention.
- [THE PENINSULA WEDDING](https://cristinagphoto.com/the-peninsula-chicago-wedding/): All you cake lovers out there are invited to this stunning Peninsula Chicago wedding! There is enough cake for everyone. Nine tiers of deliciousness! 
- [THE LANGHAM HOTEL](https://cristinagphoto.com/the-langham-hotel-wedding/): VENUE: The Langham ChicagoFLORALS: Kehoe DesignsPLANNING: Events by Shaun Rajah
- [CHICAGO BOTANIC GARDEN](https://cristinagphoto.com/chicago-botanic-garden-wedding/): There’s something magical about a Chicago Botanic Garden wedding. Surrounded by winding paths, glassy ponds, and blooms at every turn, this celebration felt like it unfolded inside a living painting. The couple embraced the natural beauty of the space, letting it guide their vision with soft floral details, garden-inspired textures, and an atmosphere that felt both peaceful and full of joy.
- [JOURNAL](https://cristinagphoto.com/journal/)
- [UNION STATION](https://cristinagphoto.com/union-station-wedding/): VENUE: Union Station ChicagoPLANNER: Big City Bride DECOR: Revel GroupMAKEUP: Shannon O'Brien
- [CASINO CLUB](https://cristinagphoto.com/casino-club-wedding/): VENUE: Casino ClubPLANNING: Event ChicagoDRESS: Elie Saab Bridal
- [ART INSTITUTE OF CHICAGO](https://cristinagphoto.com/art-institute-of-chicago/): Art Institute of Chicago wedding feels like a love letter to the city’s creative soul. With soaring ceilings, gleaming wood floors, and gallery walls that whisper of modern masterpieces, this celebration was nothing short of artful.
- [THE GERAGHTY](https://cristinagphoto.com/the-geraghty-wedding/): PLANNING: Beth Bernstein EventsHOTEL: The Langham ChicagoVENUE: The GeraghtyDECOR: Kehoe DesignsDRESS: Ryan & WalterGROOM'S ATTIRE: ESQ ClothingINVITATION: Magnificent MilestonesVIDEO: Poetic Productions
- [ARTIFACT EVENTS](https://cristinagphoto.com/artifact-events-wedding/): This beautiful same-sex Artifact Events wedding in Chicago was a celebration of love, style, and individuality. With exposed brick, steel beams, and soft candlelight, the venue’s industrial charm set the stage for a same-sex wedding that felt both modern and deeply personal.
- [THE DRAKE HOTEL](https://cristinagphoto.com/the-drake-hotel-wedding/): As Chicago wedding photographers, we love when a celebration feels both timeless and personal, and this Drake Hotel wedding was just that, filled with laughter, golden light, and the kind of moments that never go out of style.
- [INQUIRE](https://cristinagphoto.com/inquire/): cristina@cristinagphoto.com
- [ABOUT](https://cristinagphoto.com/about-luxury-chicago-wedding-photographers/): As Luxury Chicago Wedding Photographers, every wedding we photograph is shaped by the couple at the center of it: how you laugh together, how your eyes meet across a crowded room, how your people love you. We’re guided by that energy and by the beauty of the day as it unfolds: soft morning light, golden hour glows, candlelit magic. Your dress, your dynamics, the way your guests celebrate you, it all becomes part of the visual language we use to tell your story.
- [PORTFOLIO](https://cristinagphoto.com/portfolio/): We've had the joy of documenting weddings across Chicago and beyond - from candlelit celebrations downtown to sun-drenched vows in the hills of Tuscany. Whether we're photographing a fashion-forward couple on the steps of a historic estate or capturing quiet moments in a city garden, every wedding we shoot is a reflection of something personal, beautiful, and entirely unique.
- [Chicago wedding photographer ](https://cristinagphoto.com/): We are a Chicago wedding photographer duo, instinctively in sync, shaped by  over 15 years of experience working side by side - reading the room, reading people, and noticing what most would miss. Authentic and intuitive. We are attuned to what isn't said - the unspoken cues, the quiet pull between you, the subtleties that quietly define you as a couple