18 photographers in Rockford, IL

18 photographers around Rockford and Galena, Freeport, Dixon, Sterling, each checked against its own website and verified as a wedding business. Not a top ten.

10 of them (56%) publish their pricing. Their listings show the real numbers. The other 8 quote on request, which is normal in this industry, so plan on contacting several to compare.

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Wedding Photographers pricing in Illinois
Typical vendor charges
$2,700–$3,740
Market range
$500–$25,000
Publish pricing
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Most Illinois wedding photographers charge between $2,700 and $3,740 per package, with the full market ranging from $500 to $25,000. However, these figures come only from vendors who publish prices; premium and luxury photographers typically require an inquiry, so the true average is likely higher.

The Rockford photographers list

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  • Forest City Photographs

    Rockford

    Forest City Photographs is a Rockford-based wedding photography and video business led by Joel, serving couples in Rockford, Chicago, Madison, Milwaukee, and northern Illinois. The studio focuses on candid, artful, and nostalgic wedding imagery for laid-back, creative couples.

    $2,000 – $3,900Style: documentary, candid, film +4Video: YesEngagement sessions: Yes

    Starting prices are listed for weddings and elopements, with a separate non-wedding couples session price.

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  • Leif and Christine photography

    Rockford

    Leif and Christine Photography is a Rockford-area wedding and engagement photographer based in Winnebago, Illinois, serving Rockford, Northern Illinois, and Southern Wisconsin. Christine offers natural, romantic, and timeless wedding photography with guided portraits and candid moments.

    from $3,350Style: natural, candid, romantic +4Engagement sessions: Yes
    • Wedding Package: from $3,350 · 8 hours, 2 Photographers
    • Add-on: 2027 Featured Venue Offer: $300 · off your wedding photography package for listed venues
    • Fee: Travel 25-50 miles: $150 · outside of Winnebago, IL
    • Fee: Travel 50-75 miles: $175 · outside of Winnebago, IL
    • Fee: Travel 75-100 miles: $200 · outside of Winnebago, IL
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  • B Adams Photography

    Rockford

    B. Adams Photography is a Byron, Illinois-based wedding photographer serving Rockford and northern Illinois couples with candid, true-to-life wedding coverage. The business emphasizes planning support, calm wedding-day coordination, and fast delivery of a fully edited gallery.

    $3,000 – $5,550Style: candid, documentary, photojournalistic +5Engagement sessions: Yes
    • Minimalist: $3,000 · 5 hours, 1 photographer, digital online gallery & download
    • Signature: $4,000 · 8 hours, 1 photographer, print release, timeline creation, sneak peeks
    • Premier: $5,550 · 10 hours, 2 photographers, engagement session in Byron, IL
    candiddocumentaryphotojournalistictrue-to-lifetimelessnatural light
  • Wheat & Willow Photography - Galena Wedding Photographer and Photo Booth Rentals

    Galena

    Wheat & Willow Photography is a Galena, Illinois wedding photography studio offering editorial, fine-art wedding coverage with timeline planning and online galleries.

    $2,395 – $4,395Style: editorial, fine art, candid +4Engagement sessions: Yes
    • Investment: FROM $2395 · Up to 6 hours of photography, timeline planning, online gallery, print release
    • The Tire Swing: from $3,490 · Complimentary engagement session, 8 hours of photography, timeline planning, vendor recommendations, online gallery, sneak peak, print release
    • Traditional: from $4395 · Complimentary engagement session, 10 hours of photography, second photographer for 6 hours, timeline planning, vendor recommendations, online gallery, sneak pea
    • Add-on: Photo Booth Gold Package: $300 · 2 hour rental, drop off/pick up included, digital package only, digital props, instant text & email
    • Add-on: Photo Booth Silver Package: from $300 · All digital photo booth experience, drop off and pick up included
    • Add-on: Photo Booth All the Details: $500 · 4 hour rental, drop off/pick up included, digital package only, digital props, instant text & email
    editorialchictimelessfine artluxurycandid
  • Lifeworks Photography Studio

    Rockford

    Lifeworks Photography Studio is a husband-and-wife wedding and portrait photography team based in Rochelle, Illinois, offering photojournalistic wedding coverage with multiple shooters.

    $2,500 – $3,500Style: photojournalistic, documentary, candid +1
    • Wedding packages: start at $2,500
    photojournalisticstorytellingcandid
    lifeworksimaging.com(815) 561-71316342 S Westwood Ave, Rochelle, IL 61068, USA
  • Photo by Ana

    Freeport

    Freeport, IL-based wedding and family photographer with 8+ years of experience and 100+ weddings shot. Wedding packages start at $2,800, with a $900 retainer to secure a date.

    from $2,800Style: warm, natural, timeless +2Engagement sessions: Yes
    • Weddings: starting at $2,800 · small backyard weddings to extra coverage
    warmnaturaltimelesspersonalizedfamily-friendly
  • You In Photos By Nanc. Inc

    Dixon

    You In Photos By Nanc is a Sterling/Rock Falls, Illinois-based photographer offering wedding packages with 4, 6, or 8 hours of coverage. The business also serves Illinois, Iowa, and Wisconsin and offers add-ons such as a second shooter.

    $1,000 – $2,800Style: lifestyle, candid, romantic +1Engagement sessions: Yes
    • Basic — 4 hour maximum: starts at $1000 · 50 mile travel radius
    • Modern — 6 hour maximum: starts at $2000 · 50 mile travel radius
    • Deluxe — 8 hour maximum: starts at $2800 · 50 mile travel radius
    • Fee: Travel beyond 50 miles: $100 extra per 50 miles · 50 mile travel radius included
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  • Til Death Photo Co. LLC

    Rockford

    Til Death Photo Co. is a Rockford, Illinois-based lifestyle and wedding photographer offering bold, candid, and unscripted wedding coverage. Wedding packages start at $4,500, with engagement sessions starting at $550.

    from $4,500Style: lifestyle, candid, documentary +5Engagement sessions: Yes
    • Weddings: start at $4,500
    lifestylecandidboldunscriptedauthenticspontaneous
  • Van Horn Photography

    Rockford

    Van Horn Photography is a Rockford, IL-based photography studio offering editorial, candid wedding photography with packages starting at $3,000. The studio also offers optional videography, content creation, and photo booth add-ons for weddings.

    $3,000 – $5,000Style: editorial, candid, authentic +5Video: Yes
    • Collection 1 — 6 hours: $3,000 · intimate celebrations and meaningful moments
    • Collection 2 — 8 hours: $4,000 · full wedding day coverage
    • Collection 3 — 10 hours: $5,000 · complete wedding experience
    • Add-on: Videography: +$2,000 · cinematic wedding film
    • Add-on: Content Creation: +$500 · vlog camera and iPhone footage
    • Add-on: Luxury Photo Booth: +$300/hr - 3 hours minimum · photographer led professional photo booth
    • Add-on: Second Photographer: +$65/hr (4 hour minimum) · additional photographer works side by side
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    vanhornphotography.com(815) 601-8441821 1st Avenue, Rockford, IL, 61104-2105
  • Moments by Mare

    Freeport

    Moments by Mare is a Midwest-based lifestyle photographer based in Freeport, IL, offering wedding packages with a candid, storytelling approach. Wedding packages start at $2,300 and include a complimentary engagement session.

    from $2,300Style: lifestyle, candid, documentary +3Engagement sessions: Yes

    Mixed pricing with a wedding package starting price plus non-wedding session prices.

    lifestylecandidtimelessstorytellingauthenticromantic
  • Indigo Photography

    Rockford

    Indigo Photography is a Rockford, IL wedding photography business with a playful brand voice. It serves Northern IL and beyond.

    Pricing on request
  • Simply Photo

    Rockford

    Simply Photo is a Rockford-based wedding and portrait photography studio led by Chris Warkocki, specializing in modern photojournalistic wedding coverage. The business serves Rockford, Chicago, and Madison while also offering travel photography.

    Pricing on requestStyle: modern, photojournalistic, candid +2Engagement sessions: Yes
    modernphotojournalisticcandiddocumentarylifestyle
  • Morgan Gauthier Photography

    Sterling

    Morgan Gauthier Photography is a Sauk Valley and northern Illinois photographer offering wedding photography with destination wedding availability.

    Pricing on requestStyle: lifestyle, candid, adventure

    No specific pricing amounts are provided; only payment plans and Afterpay are mentioned.

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  • Amy May Photography

    Galena

    Amy May Photography is a Galena, IL photographer offering intimate wedding, elopement, and small-wedding coverage with an artistic, documentary approach. The business also provides portrait, engagement, proposal, maternity, senior, and family sessions.

    Pricing on requestStyle: documentary, artistic, fine art +4Engagement sessions: Yes

    Non-wedding general session fee; wedding pricing is not listed.

    intimatedocumentaryartisticauthenticfine arttimeless
    amymayphotography.com(815) 513-0827527 S Main St, Galena, IL 61036, USA
  • Kayla hunt photography

    Dixon

    Kayla Hunt Photography is a Dixon, IL photographer offering a Wedding Collection along with family, nature, and boudoir sessions. Brides can contact the business by phone or email to schedule a session or ask about services.

    Pricing on requestStyle: classic, lifestyle, romantic

    No pricing is published for this photographer.

    classiclifestyleromanticfamilyboudoir
  • KB Digital

    Rockford

    KB Digital is a Rockford-based photography and video team that offers wedding, engagement, and event photography along with drone and video services.

    Pricing on requestStyle: photojournalistic, editorial, modern +2Video: YesEngagement sessions: Yes
    photojournalisticeditorialmoderneventstorytelling
  • Olson Photography/ David Olson Photography

    Rockford

    Rockford-based portrait and commercial photography studio that offers wedding photography alongside family, senior, business, newborn, and event sessions. The studio provides both indoor studio and outdoor shooting options with professional retouching and online ordering.

    Pricing on requestStyle: classic, creative, fine art +4

    Only non-wedding session prices are listed, and wedding pricing is not stated.

    studiooutdoorclassiccreativefine artcommercial
    davidolsonphoto.com(815) 873-17775643 E State St, Rockford, IL, 61108
  • Kurt Koester Studio & Framing

    Freeport

    Kurt Koester Studio & Framing is a Freeport, IL photography studio that lists weddings among its portrait and family photography services. The business has been operating since 1985 and offers a 100% satisfaction guarantee on images and finished portraits.

    Pricing on request
    kurtkoesterstudio.com(815) 232-581226 W Main St, Freeport, IL 61032, USA
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