Best Photographers in Illinois
We might be biased, but we think these are some of the best photgraphers in Illinois. They specialize in photographing weddings, families, and products. You have seen some of their work featured on the Illinois Local website. These are our favorites:
Zach Adams 1221 Photography -Springfield, Illinois.
Zach Adams, owner of 1221 Photography offers family, senior, maternity, boudoir, headshots, engagement, weddings, events, portrait, and branding photography across central Illinois.
Zach is also one of Illinois Local’s photographers for 2022. You can view his photos here.
Abby Thomas Abby Kate Photography -Springfield, Illinois
Abby Thomas specializes in branding photography for local and online businesses in and around Springfield Illinois.
“I have a passion to help businesses effectively communicate the brand that they worked so hard to create through photography! I also love to serve local families and couples in Central, IL. I am thankful to live such a creative life and enjoy every opportunity to meet new people and create art personalized to them,” said Abby.
Becca Walker Becca Walker Photography - Pana, Illinois
Becca Walker specializes in family, newborn, maternity, & senior photography in central Illinois.
Brooke Elizabeth Photography Maroa, Illinois
Brooke started her business in 2016 and have captured over 40 weddings in Illinois, Indiana, and Missouri. Besides weddings, she has captured hundreds of families, kids, seniors, pets, and so much more.
Cassie Watsek Photography -Springfield, Illinois
Cassie is a wedding and elopement photographer.
“Invite me to be a part of your day, and I'll make sure you are filled with positive emotions throughout the entire planning process, from the moment you inquire about my services until your album has been delivered,” said Cassie.
Cassie Watsek Photography is on Instagram.
Gabby Swaine GM Photography -Rochester, Illinois.
Gabby and her husband are a team on wedding days as they just recently started offering videography services to their couples to complete their big day experience,” said Gabby.
Gracie Tierney Photography -Springfield, Illinois
Gracie loves so much about photography, but most of all she loves the identity it has given her. Rather than be a random guest at your wedding, or a stranger at your family reunion, she gets to be Gracie, the photographer.
“After working in the photo business for nearly 10 years and photographing many weddings, I still get goosebumps every time the congregation stands and the bride begins her walk down the aisle. When taking engagement photos, I still get that feeling of "YES!" when I look at the back of my camera and realize that this couple is NAILING their engagement session, said Gracie.
Jen Lange Hidden Gem Photography -Warrensburg, Illinois
Jen Lange of Hidden Gem Photography specializes in maternity, newborn, first year, and family photography in Central Illinois Hidden Gem Photography’s studio is just outside of Decatur, Il in Warrensburg.
Every little milk bump, tiny toes, curly rolls and flaky skin are captured to tell the story of your baby's first chapter. While I have an abundance of props, the main focus is always your baby and family. I keep things simple while tailoring every session to you.
Kate Spencer Photography -Springfield, Illinois
“I am a wedding and portrait photographer based in Central Illinois and available for travel worldwide. I started this business in college knowing exactly what I was meant to be and determined to create beautiful art for all of my amazing clients.”
Kersondra Stewart Kersondra Photography -Petersberg, Illinois
Kersondra Stewart is a family, senior, and wedding photographer. In Petersburg, Illinois. Kersondra works to capture genuine moments and beautiful lifestyle images to be cherished for years.
Kim Nehrt Photography and Design - Springfield, Illinois
I'm just a Midwest girl living in Springfield, Illinois trying to make the world a little prettier with pictures and designs! I learned to drink my coffee black as a college art major and I'm guessing that could also be the reason I love COLOR!
Lauren Westrich Photography -Springfield, Illinois
is a natural light wedding and portrait photographer in central Illinois. Her services include engagement and wedding photography, as well as high school senior and family photography.
“I'm a natural light wedding & portrait photographer serving those looking for the ultimate joy-filled experience! Cheerful, love-driven, and unposed images are what bring me so much happiness. I'm based out of Springfield, Illinois however I love traveling all over central Illinois, St. Louis, and beyond,” said Lauren.
Megan Stotts Photography -Springfield, Illinois
and specializes in boudoir photography.
“I love helping women reclaim their confidence and see themselves the way we all see them. As beautiful, sexy, and amazing.
“Making sure all our clients are comfortable is my #1 goal. I offer a client closet, full of a variety of pieces to wear for your session, taking away the hardest part of planning any photo session, what to wear. But clients are more than welcome to bring in their pieces to wear as well.
“All our sessions also include complimentary hair and makeup, so there is no need to even get ready before your session. We got you.
“I will guide you through every moment of your session, posing you from the tip of your head to the tip of your toes.
“I also have a wide variety of beautiful products to choose from, because boudoir photos DO NOT just belong on the computer,” said Megan.
Natalie Lowery Photography -Mechanicsburg, Illinois
“I try to pride myself in saying I am a Lifestyle photographer. I offer maternity, engagement, newborn, Senior, family… and weddings/ elopements. My goal is to capture more candid style shots and my motto is to make beauty from chaos. I capture the real and authentic moments as well as the posed portraits,” said Natalie.
Find out more about Natalie Lowery Photography.
Jenelle Collins Photography by Jenelle Salisbury, Illinois
Photography by Jenelle specializes in maternity, newborn, and young family photography in Central Illinois.
“My style is natural, timeless, earthy, and comfortable.”
Katie Miller PM Photography -Sullivan, Illinois
PM Photography offers a wide range of session types: maternity, newborn, milestone, and cake smash as well as family, seniors, engagement, and weddings. “
“We are also beginning to offer branding and headshots for other business owners, too,” said Katie.
Elizabeth Bailey Studio Bliss Photography -Springfield, Illinois
Elizabeth Bailey of Studio Bliss Photography specializes in portraiture, branding, headshots, and senior photography.
“My style encourages clients to find their self-worth and authentically tell their story,” said Elizabeth.
Studio Bliss offers a wide range of products on beautiful, Fine Art papers for wall displays.
Lacey Graham Photography -Springfield, Illinois
Lacey Graham Photography is a husband and wife wedding photography & videography team in Springfield, Illinois
They capture love through candid and classic moments that stand the test of time,” said Lacey.
Elcrow Photography and Design - Jacksonville, Illinois
Cory of Elcrow Photography and Design is a Central Illinois Photographer based in Jacksonville Illinois.
Courtney Page is the photographer and owner of Boulder Creek Photography. She is a published wedding and lifestyle portrait photographer. She is also a destination wedding and elopement photographer residing in Southern Illinois.