The Best Storytelling Wedding Videographers in Lake Forest, IL

The Best Storytelling Wedding Videographers in Lake Forest, IL

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63 Wedding Videographers in Lake Forest, IL

Storytelling
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TreeHouse Creative 

4.8

  • Storytelling style
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL
  • Offer

We're all about telling epic love stories – no cookie-cutter stuff here. Based in Miami but up for an adventure anywhere, we're not your average wedding videographers. Think of us as your partners in memory-making. We'll be there laughing, dancing, and capturing every crazy, beautiful moment. Our mission is simple: make your love shine. No rules, no boredom. Your love story is one-of-a-kind, and that's how we approach filming it. We're not just about the big scenes; we're into the little details, the stolen glances, the goofy grins – everything that makes your love yours.

Awarded Best of Zola
I had not considered a videographer in our initial wedding planning but changed my mind after seeing Trey's portfolio. Most wedding videos I had seen looked cliched but Trey's videos were lively and unique. Trey spent time getting to know us and took our style into consideration. The whole process was professional and individualized to us and the result was exactly what we hoped for. The wedding day was such a blur that we're so glad to have this curated, beautiful keepsake. We would absolutely recommend!
Mai-Linh H., a year ago
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Your Wedding Day Film 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $1,499
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL

Your Wedding Day Film is a Florida-based wedding videography and photography company created to help couples capture the true emotion of their special day. My name is Vanessa, and storytelling is at the heart of everything I do; whether it’s through video, photo, or content tailored for social media. From helping you plan, to filming and photographing your wedding, to delivering your finished films and galleries within 4–6 weeks, we’re with you every step of the way. When I’m not behind the camera, you can find me spending time with my family, friends, or taking our four-year-old German Shepherd mix to the dog beach.

Awarded Best of Zola
Our experience with Your Wedding Day Film was fantastic. Vanessa was prompt in her communication, always available for calls and texts as we planned our wedding timeline. On the day of, she and her team were diligent in capturing all the priceless moments - from our pre-ceremony prayers to the heartfelt speeches and first looks. The final video they created was truly beautiful, telling the story of our special day in a way that we'll cherish forever. Vanessa went above and beyond to make sure our day was perfect, and her services were very affordable. We highly recommend Your Wedding Day Film to any couple looking for an exceptional videography experience.
Breanna M., 6 months ago
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Caleb Lee Productions 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL

Caleb Lee Productions is a family-owned wedding videography company operating out of Bartlett, IL. We are a husband-and-wife duo that is devoted to creating custom life event films. We look forward to capturing the uniqueness of your love story, with every detail and moment accounted for. Combining Caleb's passion for filmmaking with Brittany's strengths as a coordinator we aim to give you a seamless videography experience and an elegant final piece.

Awarded Best of Zola
A Stellar Wedding Videography Experience I couldn't be happier with the exceptional work of Brittany and Caleb for our wedding on August 10th. From the moment we first contacted them, their professionalism and friendliness were evident. They were incredibly easy to work with, making the entire videography process a breeze. While there was a slight change to their packages after we signed the contract, they were completely upfront and transparent about the adjustments, ensuring we were fully informed and comfortable with the updated options. This honesty and open communication were greatly appreciated. The teaser video they created was absolutely stunning, capturing the essence of our special day perfectly. We were so impressed that we immediately wanted to see more footage. Their creativity and skill were evident in every shot, and they managed to capture the most beautiful and meaningful moments of our wedding. One of the highlights of our experience was their willingness to go above and beyond. When I asked for a specific clip of a speech from the reception, they not only provided it but also gave me the entire speech free of charge. This generous gesture was a testament to their commitment to customer satisfaction. Overall, we are incredibly grateful to Brittany and Caleb for their outstanding work. Their talent, professionalism, and dedication made our wedding videography experience truly unforgettable. If you're searching for a videographer who will capture the magic of your special day, I highly recommend Caleb and Brittany!
Samantha O., a year ago
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Jimmy Shin Films 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $6,800
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL

Create timeless, emotional story-driven Love Story Film that never gets old. You are going to have your own personal love story film that YOU are the hero and watch it every wine night / anniversary day with your loved one so you can transport right back to that day, reminisce about your beautiful memories with loved ones and remind how beautiful your love story is.

Awarded Best of Zola
I looked at SO MANY wedding videos and they were all so similar and cookie cutter. They were lacking something but I couldn’t put my finger on it. THEN I FOUND JIMMY SHIN. I watched his videos and found myself sobbing at strangers videos! He made me feel like I knew the bride and groom after just 7 minutes. He's so good! Jimmy will take your wedding video and turn it into the most beautiful story. The video he made for us just so beautifully captured my husband and I's day! It's a video i'll cherish for the rest of my life. I can't wait for our kids to be able to watch it. UGH, seriously hire this man and you won't regret it. Best wedding money we spent. https://www.youtube.com/watch?viVAKZzODr6E
Danie W., a year ago
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Elmwood Forest 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $6,800
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL

I’ve spent over a decade painting love stories in motion—capturing not just moments, but the emotional truth behind them. My approach is rooted in trust and collaboration. I take the time to truly connect with each couple because I’ve found that the most meaningful films are created when my clients feel seen, heard, and understood. If you’re looking for a cinematic experience that lingers—where shots breathe, and your story is told with intentionality and emotional depth—I’d be honored to explore what we can create together. I don’t just show up with a camera; I show up ready to partner with you in crafting something heartfelt and lasting.

Awarded Best of Zola
In my opinion, a videographer is a MUST for your wedding day. Elmwood Forest was a preferred vendor on many lists we received— and now we know why. The day of the wedding, they were so professional and kind. They were patient with us and our big family. They captured speeches, vows, and the best dance moves. We have 9 beautiful minutes to watch our favorite day of our lives OVER AND OVER AND OVER again. The best videographer out there!!
Olivia, 4 years ago
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Still Do Media | Video & Photo 

4.4

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $1,350
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL

At Still Do Media, we believe your wedding deserves to be remembered beautifully. Choosing the right wedding photographer and videographer is one of the most important decisions you'll make, and we're here to make it easy.

Still Do was so helpful and professional from the very first meeting. We booked for just videography services. Last week, our videographer was unexpectedly not available, but Still Do Media handled this situation very carefully and calmly, and they had a standby videographer in the backup team. Matt, our backup videographer, is amazing! He stepped in a few days before the wedding with professionalism and positive energy. He captured every detail in perfect style. I just had a little bad experience with how they deliver raw footage unprofessionally. Folders and clips are messed up and disorganized. But our experience with Still Do Media is incredible. We are always thankful for making our wedding such a memorable and joyful experience!
Robinson K., 5 months ago
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Birch Fields 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $4,700
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL

Being in the wedding film industry over sixteen years, I'm eager to help couples bring their dreams to life. I have no hesitation traveling for couples who know I'm the perfect fit for their wedding. My work resonates with who it's made for- and I keep that audience in mind.

Awarded Best of Zola
Absolutely incredible - turned our memories into a work of art. So talented and wonderful to work with, I couldn’t be happier!
Hannah B., a year ago
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Avant-Garde Videography 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL

My name is Bailey O'Neal -- I am the owner + videographer of Avant-Garde Videography and I love making videos! I love going places with my camera and enjoy capturing the content around me. I love starting a new project, and having an open opportunity to be creative and original. And finally, I love making a product that can be used as a keepsake to help relive and remember special times.

Awarded Best of Zola
Bailey is a true artist! Our wedding video is something we were very nervous about. We even considered not hiring a videographer because we were so worried about feeling uncomfortable on camera! Bailey moved about our wedding day capturing every important moment completely undetected, and I mean that in the best way possible! We didn't even realize in the moment that we were being filmed. She captured the most meaningful, genuine moments of our day and after seeing the final product, we can't even imagine not having this video to cherish for the rest of our lives. At our reception we had an audio guest book that provided us with a bunch of audio from our loved ones. We gave Bailey the huge task of adding some of that audio to our final video. We were completely blown away by how she mixed the audio from our friends and family with the other audio and video from the day! We now have a beautiful highlight reel that we can show to friends and family, we have an edited video of our vows with multiple angles, we have all of the toasts in an edited video, and, one of our favorite things about what Bailey offers with her videography packages, we have all of the raw, unedited footage so we don't forget a single moment of the day. Bailey is caring, flexible, professional, and has an unmatched talent for the art of videography!
Kira S., 5 months ago
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Teach Tech Productions LLC 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL
  • Offer

At Teach Tech Productions LLC, we specialize in immortalizing the most precious moments of your wedding day. Founded by the passionate husband-and-wife duo, Ryan and Meagan Branscomb, our expertise spans over 5 years of dedicated experience in photography and videography, enabling us to create stunning visual memories that last a lifetime. Based in Piqua, Ohio, we are eager to travel to bring our artistic vision to your unique celebrations—be it a wedding, family gathering, or any special occasion. With 16 years of marriage and the joy of raising two sons, we recognize the significance of capturing wedding days. Sincerely Ryan and Meagan

Ryan and Megan are amazing at what they do. We were recommended to them from our friend who also just got married. They showed up, had great ideas for our videos. And a very quick turnaround on the official video. I would use them again in a heartbeat. Our wedding coordinator didn't have to worry about them at all!
Brittany B., 5 days ago
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Taylor Street Media 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL

Taylor Street Media is boutique creative studio based in Chicago, IL, led by Marlon Taylor, a multidisciplinary artist with 10 years of experience capturing weddings, advertising content and events. We appreciate your interest in our work & would like to share more about our creative voice & process. Similarly, we'd love to learn about you!

Taylor Street Media (Marlon Taylor) made our wedding video as beautiful as we could have ever imagined. We could not have asked for a more professional and talented videographer. Communication was thorough and responses were prompt. The contract was clear, and content and final results were beautiful and delivered in a timely manner. Marlon arrived at the venue on time and kept an open line of communication. I will continue to recommend Taylor Street Media to anyone looking for an amazing talent and professional videographer. Look no further than Taylor Street Media.
Diamond G., 2 years ago
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Nicholas Vo Films 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL

Hi! Welcome to my page. I'm so happy you are here! I am Minnesota and Missouri-based. It is my absolute joy to be able to capture your special moments so you can relive them with a warm feeling. I love making videos that reflect who you are.

Awarded Best of Zola
Nicholas did SUCH an amazing job for our wedding! He captured us and our guests perfectly and the editing he did was GREAT. Had clear communication from start to finish and was very sweet and patient with us. Cannot recommend him enough! We will definitely be reaching out for other special events!
Giovanna P., a year ago
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Whitehead Films 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL

Whitehead Films is a wedding cinematography team dedicated to capturing the profound beauty and emotion of your most cherished moments. With a passion for visual storytelling and an artist’s eye for detail, our work transforms the magic of your wedding day into a timeless cinematic experience. Inspired by the art of living and celebrating love, we blend creative vision with technical expertise to document every heartfelt glance, spontaneous laugh, and intimate whisper.

Whitehead Films was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding videography. Their communication style was clear and stressfree throughout the entire process. The final videos they produced were professional, clean, and absolutely beautiful. They captured all the special moments of our wedding day and engagement period, and made a wonderful memento for us to cherish. It was wonderful working with them as I knew this was an area of the wedding planning that I wouldn't have to stress about. Brandon and Kristen did all the hard work and I could focus on other things. I highly recommend Whitehead Films to any couple looking for a talented and reliable videography team.
Brooke, 9 months ago
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Homa Film and Photo 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL

We capture moment to create memories. We tell your story with our lenses so that years from now you can go back and see all the big and small things from your special day. We know how important it was for us to relive our special day and we want to provide that to all the couple we meet! We absolutely love to tell stories in our own unique way!

Awarded Best of Zola
I am so glad I found these two!!! We had a perfect wedding day and could not be any happier with our ceremony video and overall experience working with Homa film and photo. Communication was timely, clear, friendly, and professional. Covid made things a bit crazy and chaotic at times, but Aadhiv and Sagarika were always calm, cool, and collected. Great people with great personalities. Thank you so much again, Aadhiv!
Allison & E., 4 years ago
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J'adore Video 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL

My name is Lance and I'm the owner of J'adore Video, based in Chicago and serving happy couples all over the world! I started filming weddings professionally in 2007 and have filmed over 400 weddings in my career, covering many different cultures, faiths, and beliefs.

Recommend! What a great guy. He does wedding photography and videography.
Alan, 2 years ago
Lawrence Connor Films 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $2,950
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL

I love coffee. I never leave home without it. I’m easy going. I love to chill. I’m a huge sports fan and I love watching Skip Bayless and others argue on Fox. Basketball was my first love and even in my thirties I still daydream about playing in the NBA. As a teenager, while most of my peers were listening to 2Pac and Biggie, I preferred Marvin Gaye, Al Green and The Temptations. I’ve been told that I have an old soul. At the end of the day I love life, I love my job and my customers always come first.

Awarded Best of Zola
We worked with Lawrence for our wedding videography in August. He was super easy to work with and schedule, and provided a large number of options for our videography including different length videos/highlight reels as well as the raw footage for us to keep. Day of, he was very professional and thoughtful in his actions and behavior, and captured so much of our getting ready, ceremony, and reception. While we haven’t gotten a final product back from him yet (since its only been a few weeks since our event), we feel very confident with Lawrence’s work and are very excited to have this video keepsake for the future!
Charlotte E R., 3 months ago
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Smiling Toad Films 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL

John Severson graduated from Washington University in St. Louis in 2004 with degrees in Anthropology and Film. His passion for film has taken him all over the world, from Vietnam to Zanzibar. John is a Chicagoland native. After graduating and traveling, he returned back to Chicago’s Lakeview and South Loop neighborhoods. In 2009, he married his wife Sarah, and moved back to their native Oak Park to raise their two children, Stella and George. John is always available to chat with you about your ideas and answer any questions. He’s excited getting to know you as a couple and share your vision for your wedding day.

Smiling Toad was recommended to us by two different couples. Once we had our intro call with John we knew we found the right team for our day. From day one, he was responsive and professional. Then on the day of the wedding the team was on time and in the perfect spot all day to capture our special moments. We are so happy with how the finished videos turned out and we were easily able to share them with friends and family!
Sheila W., a year ago
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Sunfire Films 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL

Sunfire Films brings a highly creative storytelling experience to your wedding film. Together, we can make some real magic. Every wedding film I create is completely unique. Using narrative and storytelling expertise, we can bring out your individuality for a boutique, fully custom, wedding film.

Sun Fire Films is an exceptional wedding videography duo that I highly recommend. As a photographer, I was impressed by their professionalism, collaborative approach, and ability to seamlessly blend into the day while capturing stunning, cinematic footage. Their technical expertise, and warm personalities made working with them a joy, and their final product perfectly encapsulating the emotions and details of the wedding. They went out of their way to ensure our work complemented each other, even sharing footage to match my editing process. Sun Fire Films is a talented, thoughtful, and reliable team that elevates any wedding vendor lineup I can’t wait to work with them again!
GrantDeveloped, 10 months ago
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Weddings by Jazmin 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL

Hi, I'm Jazmin! I’m passionate about what I do and love creating and capturing genuine, candid moments. I’m there to capture the joy, laughter, emotion, and beauty of your wedding day. I love it when my couples relax, go with the flow, and enjoy themselves. My mission is to help put your love story on display for the world with the memories we capture together — and have an amazing time in the process!

Awarded Best of Zola
I really don't even know where to start!! From start to finish, Jazmin was so amazing, sweet and kind! My wedding video is SOOOO FREAKING BEAUTIFUL and makes me and my husband cry every time! Best decision EVER! Every single important moment of my wedding day was captured, even moments I didn't even realize were being filmed or moments I didn't think I needed! She never missed a beat and was so professional and amazing! The time, effort, and passion she puts into her work is something most people dream of, but me, my husband, and our families witnessed it firsthand, and it's so beautiful and comforting (especially on a stressful day like a wedding)! My guests LOVED her because she was so considerate of them as well, making sure she wasn't blocking their view if she could help it, and just being kind and interacting with them throughout the entire day! Months before my wedding, she was prompt, professional, communicative, and laid out everything as far as what we should expect before, during, and after our wedding. I am so so glad we went with Jazmin and Jayzie Kaye Wedding Films!! I don't plan on getting married again lol, but working with her is an experience I would repeat if I could! Thank you so much Jazmin for being the most beautiful human being (inside and out) that I have ever met! You are a true gift!
Elizabeth C., 4 years ago
DS Wedding Studio 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $1,995
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL

DS Wedding Studio is a videography and photography company located in Glendale Heights, Illinois. Specializing in weddings and other celebratory events, the company is dedicated to telling the story of each couple’s wedding in an imaginative and cinematic style. This team of committed and professional videography and photographers strives to work closely with every couple to ensure that every meaningful moment is captured with no small detail overlooked.

Awarded Best of Zola
DS Wedding Studio was amazing! They captured every single one of our precious moments from our wedding day, just the way we wanted them. They were very receptive to our style and detailed requests. We have watched it countless times over and over again -- our video was beautiful and we will treasure it forever. DS Wedding Studio team is so supportive and willing to work with you in every which way to make it the most memorable day possible. Their videographers definitely have a talented eye, and their editers make everything come together beautifully. They made it so easy for us and we appreciate all that they have done!! We left the song selection up to them and we could not have been more pleased. Very unique and personal experience -- highly highly recommend. :)
Ana L., a year ago
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Maloch Media 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $4,800
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL

I became indulged in the story-telling of my wedding couples. Being surrounded by the excitement, sometimes nervous couples, and their loving families and friends made the filming such a rush. Then to have the honor to edit a film where their personalities and love shine through is the greatest privilege. I want to take them on a journey back in time to the most epic day where they laugh and cry with all their family and friends. I make films that last the ages. I love to think about how my couples might show their kids or even grandkids someday.

Trevor of Maloch media goes big when it comes to wedding filmmaking. He will do anything to get the shot, and uses all the newest and best equipment to make sure your day captured beautifully. He works seamlessly with other vendors so that the day goes smoothly. Highly recommend!
Holly, 5 years ago
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Whole Heart Video 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $1,250
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL

Monday through Friday we shoot food, ads, TV, live events, products videos, documentaries, narrative films, corporate stuff and more. But when the weekend rolls around, we shoot weddings. Our appreciation for directing and videography is rivaled by none. Whether you want something candid and simple or a more elaborately planned wedding video, we'll be there- caffeinated and ready to go! We can now boast that 6 of Chicago’s best videographers are on the Whole Heart Video associate roster. To keep quality high (and to make sure we have back up shooters), we limit the number of weddings accepted to 3 per day.

Whole Heart Video was a wonderful choice for our wedding videography. Their communication throughout the process was clear and accountable, which put us at ease. We absolutely love the final video they created - it's a treasured keepsake that we've shared with all of our family. Ben, the videographer, brought great energy to the groom prep and stuck to the timeline seamlessly. He made us look fantastic on camera and was a pleasure to work with. We highly recommend Whole Heart Video to capture your special day.
John, 11 days ago
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The Honeymooners Productions 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $5,900
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL

The Honeymooners Productions are a husband and wife duo who are determined to live life like they are on their honeymoon! They specialize in both PHOTO AND VIDEO which simplifies you're planning process and budget. Their energy for life and love makes them PASSIONATE about your wedding experience! Let's get this party started! Email us about your wedding! We would LOVE to hear alllllllll about your day and your love!

The perfect addition to your wedding!! I cannot say enough good things about The Honeymooners Maddie and Luke! Not only are they amazing people but they are also incredibly talented. They are the perfect duo to capture your special day! My husband and I hired them as the videographers for our wedding and couldn't be happier with the final product. The video is absolutely beautiful and captured all of the details of our day perfectly. These two are the perfect combination of fun and professional. They were so easy to work with and went above and beyond to make sure the day flowed seamlessly! They even spontaneously came out with us after the reception and captured extra moments that we will treasure forever. Their amazing work speaks for itself but just know that you are hiring reliable, caring people that will be a true asset to your wedding. You will not be disappointed!
Caroline N., 5 years ago
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Almost Fantasy ~ Photo + Video 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL

I am Angela; owner, lead photographer, and wedding film director. My husband, Zac, is my favorite teammate and covers lead (gimbal) videography, or 2nd shooting (photography). We've been photographing and filming weddings together since 2010! He has a storytelling perspective, while I love details and intimacy. The tension between the two creates such a romantic vibe! When you need a larger team, we pull in our favorite colleagues - professionals in their own right - to work with us for the day. We have very close peer-vendor relationships with a solid group of amazing artists we work with regularly.

We can’t say enough about Angela and her team. Her professionalism, creativity and expertise made the picture taking and video of our wedding very special. It was very clear that they have extensive experience and we found ourselves being very comfortable working with them to capture the moments on our special day. Her follow-up and results truly exceeded our expectations and their fee was very reasonable. I should note that we had a Covid wedding and they managed to all of the concerns and special situations which we appreciated. Angela and her team will always be remembered as being part of our “family” and in sharing in our day. We highly recommend Almost Fantasy. If we could give more than a 5 star rating, we would!
Amy and D., 4 years ago
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Rhys Ladhani Media 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $2,350
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL

Our approach to wedding filmmaking is simple- deliver the most sincere, organic recollection of the day by acting as unnoticeably as possible. By eliminating the pressures of being filmed, our couples are able to enjoy each moment of their day and be truly present in the experience, providing us with an authentic and emotional collection of frames. Weddings are our passion and we enjoy being able to assist with planning, coordinating and timeline creation throughout the months leading up to your big day. We’re with you every step of the way and are dedicated to creating the best possible version of your love story.

Rhys was great to work with!! He provided so much guidance leading up to the wedding day, going over my timeline and making recommendations based on how long he's seen things take. He also provides a list of suggested do's and dont's that you wouldn't realize have an impact on the video - it was so helpful!! Before the wedding he also has a prep call to go over all the details and any notes/requests we have for the videos (vibe we're looking for, any cinematic requests, song requests, etc.) He was another great presence to have the day of! We haven't gotten the video back yet but right after our wedding we got an email that lists out all the steps they take throughout video production. We've since gotten emails every time our video has moved to the next step. The communication from Rhys since we booked has been so incredible!
Jamie, 2 years ago
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Paul Hairston Films 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL

Paul Hairston is an award winning and nation-wide wedding, documentary and commercial filmmaker for over 13 years. He loves anything and everything about human storytelling and creating impact through the medium of film. He strives to capture your special day with earnestness, trust and top shelf visuals. Throughout his career he has worked to blend vérité filmmaking with a production value those stories and emotions deserve, while never getting in your way. Providing painterly and elegant coverage with an unobtrusive but attentive presence that documents every unique detail is Paul’s goal with every film.

Paul and his assistant were absolutely amazing. I actually found him when googling videographers in my area and LOVED all his work as I could tell he took true pride in his films and caught all the little details of the weddings he videoed. When setting up a meeting, I realized he actually lived 4 hours away from me... BUT that didn't stop him! He was willing to travel with his assistant for a VERY cheap price and was there the whole time. He actually asked ME if he could come earlier to ensure he got all the little details on camera and capture every minute of us getting ready, etc. He was quick to respond throughout the whole planning process prior to the big day as well. Paul was in school for cinematography at the time which is very evident in his work as you can tell that film is his true passion in life through his work. We had no idea he was even there and he stayed until the very end (little did I know) to ensure he captured everything on film. As most brides (and grooms) do, we put a LOT of planning into our big days and a lot of thought into every single little detail. Of course your own wedding day is such a blur you never even get to appreciate all your hard work... but thanks to Paul, I am able to see every little part of the wedding from the place settings to all the little signs we had everywhere. He did an amazing job capturing every moment and I love my highlight film. Thanks to him, I get to witness and relive what was my dream wedding over and over again... I knew I wanted to hire him when his highlight films of complete strangers brought me to tears! He is now videoing my brother's wedding and a family friends... So Yes.... I HIGHLY recommend him :)"
Samantha N., 4 months ago
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Monstera Weddings 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $4,997
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL

Your wedding or elopement is one full of raw moments, and it is our job to weave these together cohesively. We always approach each film with a detail-oriented eye, considering you, the film, the composition, the audio, the lighting, and everything in between, to ensure we achieve a comprehensive film with an emotional impact. It is also a priority of ours that your film resonates with your spirit. That it represents you, your story, your love, and your style authentically. That's why we get to know you and your partner well and cater to your preferred look.

My husband and I recently got married in December, 2023. I'm so grateful we hired Rick and his team to be our videographer!! I would highly recommend using them. Rick was very professional and supportive throughout the entire process. We set up a few calls while being engaged to prepare for the day. He also worked really well with our photographer to gameplan for the day. This was HUGE because they were able to work together to obtain all the shots needed and didn't step on each other's toes. Rick put together a 2 minute clip of the day, and I watch it everyday! The shots he chose and the music he tied with it was so meaningful. It was a perfect video to showcase the day. I shared it on social media. He also put together a full 45 minute video of the day that includes special events and speeches of the day, so we won't forget anything special that happened! Again, we are so grateful we worked with Rick. He captures all the special moments and now we have his work to look back on the wonderful day! Thank you!
Alyssa O., 2 years ago
Holly Kell Creative 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $2,750
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL

I’m Holly (she/her), a 28-year-old wedding videographer based in Grand Rapids, MI. I love for telling stories. Being a wedding videographer is truly a fly on the wall experience and I get to let you truly relive that day through video. You'll see yourself hugging your mom/dad at the end of the aisle, your first kiss as you're pronounced married for the first time, hear your vows to each other. I cannot explain how grateful I am to give you those slices of time.

Holly was absolutely amazing from the time I booked her to receiving my video. She knew what I wanted for a videographer and she exceeded my expectations. Her communication and timeliness on getting things to me was great! I’d book Holly all over again.
Darci, 10 months ago
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Emily Hogan Visuals 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL

Hi, I am Emily! I'm happy that you've landed on my page. I specialize in covering videography as well as photography. I have been shooting weddings since 2013. I fell in love with watching people be in love! You can't find a better gig. I went on to receive my Bachelor of Arts in 2019. I've really been able to put my education to work in regards to all things wedding films. When I'm not shooting weddings, I am doing real estate photography, binge watching Bob's Burgers and Saturday Night Live, or most likely eating something delicious. ;)

Awarded Best of Zola
We couldn't have been happier to hire Emily for our videography. Like many other 2020 couples, we downsized our event to be an intimate ceremony. We last minute decided to hire a videographer, and luckily for us Emily was available! Our day was pretty chaotic with a lot of moving pieces, and she went with the flow with patience and kindness. By the end of the night, we felt like she had been a friend forever. The video is absolute perfection, and we are so thankful she saved the day last minute and gave us an impressive video to share with our family and friends who could not be in attendance. If we could give more than 5 stars on every category, we would!
Laura and B., 5 years ago
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Til Death Photo Film 

5.0

  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Lake Forest, IL

A husband and wife photo video team based in Illinois, but say the word, and we are out of here! We absolutely love to travel and explore new places! So many of our clients have become our friends because We love getting to know you, and your family and friends and making everyone comfortable in front of the camera while capturing the real essence of you and everyone you love. We have been together for seventeen years, married for six. We truly are best friends who love working together and we think this shows in our work when shooting weddings together!

Ashley & Ryan are my favorite co-workers in this industry. Zero clarity issues, overall vibe is middle of the dance floor until we drop. The quality of video is more than expected when I see co-clients post. Their work in both areas is phenomenal and truly are sweethearts. Great communication with other photographers and the clients we work with. Highly recommend them as a team!
Element Photography, 2 years ago

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