close
Get 10% off on your first photoshoot
divider
Receive a discount code and stay up to date

Chicago Photographers

Snappr connects you to pre-vetted photographers in Chicago. It's never been easier or more affordable.

The Top Chicago Photographers, 2023

Browse these top-rated photographers from Chicago, IL

 photographer in Chicago
Sunny P.
Chicago
star
star
star
star
star
camera Canon EOS 6D Mark II, Canon EOS RP

Sunny is passionate about capturing the sweetest moments using different camera & lighting techniques and enjoy telling stories through his work. He is based out of Chicagoland area and provides family, event, and wedding photography services. Planning any event or shoot can be a stressful endeavor. He and his team is here to incorporate your ideas into a session that will be stress-free, enjoyable, and build memories with your loved ones. They strive to get to know you and provide a personal client experience that foster into a long term relationship.

Check availability arrow
exampleexampleexample
 photographer in Chicago
Maria N.
Chicago
star
star
star
star
star
camera Nikon D750, NikonD500

Maria Nevarez is an experienced professional photographer who has worked with many clients in the Chicagoland area for 5 years. She has an associate's degree in photography from the College of Dupage. She specializes in portrait, sports, food and architecture with over 400 shoots all over Chicago and the surrounding cities. She has also been featured on multiple online platforms including ABC 7 and 360Chicago.

Check availability arrow
exampleexampleexample
 photographer in Chicago
Kyle R.
Chicago
star
star
star
star
star
camera Canon EOS 5D Mark III

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.

Check availability arrow
exampleexampleexample
 photographer in Chicago
Alethia W.
Chicago
star
star
star
star
star
camera Canon EOS 5D Mark IV, Canon EOS 60D

Alethia is an experienced photographer who specializes in wedding, portrait, lifestyle, and family photography. With a background in museum and product photography, she also partners with multiple Boston offices and startups to provide corporate, event, and artistic product photos. When not near a camera, Alethia is often found planning her next international adventure or cuddled up in a window with a good book.

Check availability arrow
exampleexampleexample
 photographer in Chicago
Jon N.
Chicago
star
star
star
star
star
camera Fujifilm X-T3, Fuji XH2S

My name is Jon and I am a freelance photographer specializing in environmental portraiture and street photography. I utilize my experiences in order to create photography that tells a story. I am a Chicago native inspired by the city around me, and my work is a reflection of that. I am a self-taught photographer and I strive to capture a perfect moment that tells a story. I never dreamed that this passion would develop into great experiences that I will always continue to pursue and grow as an individual. I can't wait to see what's ahead of me.

Check availability arrow
exampleexampleexample
 photographer in Chicago
Edrece S.
Chicago
star
star
star
star
star
camera Nikon D300

As a self-proclaimed ‘Visual Storyteller’, Edrece Stansberry has been featured in publications such as Pattern Magazine, National Geographic and Sidepiece Magazine for his photographs. While working as an Independent Contractor on freelance projects, he has been able to execute on a vast amount of projects centralized in Art/Creative Direction and Photography for companies such as Amazon and Finish Line. As a meticulous creator, these projects have led him to solely concentrate on storytelling through Media, Print, and Digital Advertising to not only build the value of clients but help them develop a distinctive brand within a rapidly growing media focused marketplace. With his divine purpose being to express himself in the mediums of writing and photography, he plans to be a guide of spiritual well being through art as he continues to create.

Check availability arrow
exampleexampleexample
 photographer in Chicago
Charlie Y.
Chicago
star
star
star
star
star
camera Sony A7 III

Charlie is an experienced photographer who has been shooting a wide breadth of subjects for nearly 8 years. He specializes in fashion and portraiture in both digital and analog formats. Serving the city of Chicago, he finds endless inspiration in what the city and its people have to offer.

Check availability arrow
exampleexampleexample
 photographer in Chicago
Jennifer E.
Chicago
star
star
star
star
star
camera Nikon D3100

Jennifer is an experienced professional portrait photographer. She has an Arts degree in Commercial Photography -1993 and recently graduated with a Masters in Business and HR. She learned the Zone system during her tenure in photography school and would love more time to hone that skill. She is excited about the opportunity for more commercial based photography.

Check availability arrow
exampleexampleexample
 photographer in Chicago
Andy C.
Chicago
star
star
star
star
star
camera Canon EOS 5D Mark III

Andy Cat is a professional photographer who has worked with customers and clients in Chicago and San Francisco for over 3 years. He has a B.A in film and digital media from the University of California, Santa Cruz. He specializes in corporate and commercial branding content, as well as weddings and portraiture. His experience with portraits, products, and visual storytelling has given him the opportunity to work with companies such as StickOutSocial, Absolute Visions Productions, and Brinker International.

Check availability arrow
exampleexampleexample
 photographer in Chicago
Liam G.
Chicago
star
star
star
star
star
camera Sony a7iii

Liam Goss has been taking photos for the past three years. Originally located in Albuquerque, New Mexico and later on moving to Chicago, Illinois, he has been capturing the stories of the under represented and under acknowledged, making them feel just as important as the celebrities in the headlines. He has gone on over 500 total shoots, for every day people, large events, highly funded companies like Nike, Carhartt, and several restaurants in Albuquerque and Chicago. One of the nicest, hardest working photographers in the area, Liam Goss has a unique editing style that separates him from the less hard working photographers out there. All his free time is spent shooting with people for free who can't afford his rates as well as constantly editing new photos and posting them for the community to see.

Check availability arrow
exampleexampleexample
 photographer in Chicago
Iurii D.
Chicago
star
star
star
star
star
camera Sony A7 III

Iurii is an experienced real estate photographer that have completed almost a thousand photography projects for different clients, like the homeowner, real estate agents, interior designer, etc. He always does his best and goes the extra mile to make sure that every client is happy with his services and work. He loves to photograph architecture and interior design!

Check availability arrow
exampleexampleexample
 photographer in Chicago
Sherrae R.
Chicago
star
star
star
star
star
camera Canon EOS 5D Mark IV

Sherrae Rucker is a photographer who is an alumnus of Columbia College Chicago. After graduating college, she went on to work at professional studios, both large nationally recognized ones, and friendly small businesses. She is now freelancing and would love to use her skillset to help you capture memories to look back on and pass down! She has a polished cinematic shooting style, that highlights your personality.

Check availability arrow
exampleexampleexample
 photographer in Chicago
Nick C.
Chicago
star
star
star
star
star
camera Nikon D750, Nikon D810

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

Check availability arrow
exampleexampleexample
 photographer in Chicago
Justin B.
Chicago
star
star
star
star
star
camera Canon EOS R5

Justin is an experienced and playful photographer who specializes in family photography. He’s been a photographer for several years and part time professionally for the past 3 years. He lives in Lake County, IL with his wife and three children where he draws inspiration from the many nearby forest preserves and wetlands.

Check availability arrow
exampleexampleexample
 photographer in Chicago
Joshua T.
Chicago
star
star
star
star
star
camera Canon 6D, Sony A7III, Sony A7S II, Sony A6500

Joshua Tammaro is an experienced professional Director of Photography who has worked as a freelancer with many award winning firms in Chicago for over 10 years. Joshua specializes in wedding and event photography, having completed over 400 shoots all over Chicago. When Joshua is not telling your story through the visual medium of video he is working on his passion project Photo Booth business.

Check availability arrow
exampleexampleexample
 photographer in Chicago
Ecaterina S.
Chicago
star
star
star
star
star
camera Sony A7R III

My passion for photography has been there since I was a young girl. My mother said I’ve always been interested in seeing how pictures were made- this was back in the days when there were only film cameras around.

Check availability arrow
exampleexampleexample
 photographer in Chicago
David B.
Chicago
star
star
star
star
star
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.

Check availability arrow
exampleexampleexample
 photographer in Chicago
Miguel Angel C.
Chicago
star
star
star
star
star
camera Canon r5

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

Check availability arrow
exampleexampleexample
 photographer in Chicago
Jose T.
Chicago
star
star
star
star
star
camera Canon EOS 70D

My name is Jose and I am a passionate photographer with over 7 years of experience in the industry. I have a strong background in portrait and commercial photography. I am also proficient in photo editing software such as Photoshop and Lightroom. In addition to my photography skills, I also have a keen eye for detail and composition. Part of my training comes from my education in my bachelor's degree in audiovisual and multimedia communication. I am always seeking to improve my skills and push myself to create unique and beautiful images. I am also a firm believer in the power of photography to tell stories and capture moments that can be cherished for a lifetime.

Check availability arrow
exampleexampleexample
 photographer in Chicago
Uugan Erdene O.
Chicago
star
star
star
star
star
camera Nikon D7500, sony A7 iv

Uugan-Erdene is an experienced photographer who aspires to create aesthetically pleasing photographs for his clients.

Check availability arrow
exampleexampleexample
 photographer in Chicago
Jennifer V.
Chicago
star
star
star
star
star
camera Sony Alpha A7iii, Sony Alpha A7iv

Jennifer is a passionate photographer how's looking to capture that special feeling, that moment that will be a core memory in your life and you'll be able to keep forever on a photography.

Check availability arrow
exampleexampleexample

More about how Snappr works in Chicago, IL and elsewhere

Snappr is the new way to book a photographer on-demand in Chicago, IL. Play the video to hear more.

Featured photographer in Chicago

Jorge A.

star
star
star
star
star-half

Featured
Photographer

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.

See portfolio & book arrow

Chicago Photography Statistics

Average job start rating4.7
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!