How much do wedding photographers make?

According to Salary.com, the median annual income of a wedding photographer is just under $50,000. Many wedding photographers are independent contractors and either have another part-time profession or take photos of other events, such as baby showers and engagements. <br>

How do I become a great wedding photographer?

To develop your skills as a wedding photographer, you need to know your equipment and its capabilities. Seek training from a professional, take courses in photography, or find a mentor to assist — experience is key. Networking is important when you start out. Research, experiment, and practice with lighting and different styles to broaden your skills. <br>

What do I need to get started as a wedding photographer?

In terms of physical equipment, all you need to shoot your first wedding is a couple of high-quality lenses, a camera body, a flash setup, and film or memory cards to store images, if you're shooting digital. You'll also want to bring backup equipment and make sure your gear is insured in case anything happens. <br>

7 Best Schaumburg Wedding Photographers

Astrapia Modern Photography

Chicago, IL 60007

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Astrapia Modern Photography is the perfect studio for couples that want their wedding album to have a glamorous and dramatic touch. Photographer Armen Khodaverdian has been passionate about his craft since childhood and takes special pride in being a part of one of the most important events in any person’s life. Whether customers want to announce their engagement in a soft and romantic style or want breathtaking, cinematic images of their wedding day, the photographer uses expert skill and masterful artistry to craft stunning images full of color, drama, and true, enduring love. The studio only accepts a select number of wedding clients each year in order to give every couple the attention and service they deserve, perfect for customers who will settle for nothing but the best on their special day.

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DARS Photography

Roselle, IL 60172

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DARS Photography specializes in Chicago American and Indian wedding photography. The lead photographer started in the industry by taking photos of her son and learning new techniques through online classes and video tutorials. She began to work professionally after numerous friends and acquaintances began to request her photography services for their life events. Potential clients can peruse the company’s many diverse portfolios to find a quality and style which would work for them. Previous customers with the company praise it and the photographer for her keen attention to detail, friendly yet professional personality, punctuality, and the high quality of the completed pictures. DARS Photography accepts reservations for wedding dates up to a year in advance and responds to all messages within 1-2 hours.

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Ginda Photography

105 S Roselle Rd, Ste 103, Schaumburg, IL 60193

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Ginda Photography is a Schaumburg, Illinois-based business offering its services to clients all over the metro area. Its photographers cover engagements, wedding ceremonies, and reception parties, taking both spontaneous and arranged photography to satisfy whatever extent of coverage the client desires. Packages are available at price points based on the amount of photographs and type of coverage requested. Ginda Photography is also willing to travel with clients in order to service destination weddings.

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MJV Photography

Jacksonville, FL 32099

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MJV Photography has been offering a variety of professional photography skills in Great Lakes, IL for over half a decade. A proud member of the Professional Photographers of America, they specialize in wedding, engagement, maternity, family, and newborn photo collections. Wedding packages include the legal rights to all photos without requiring an additional fee. They offer a variety of photo album packages as well as an 8-gigabyte maple wood hard drive with a custom image chosen from any session printed on one side. MJV Photography has been featured in The Knot magazine and has won the Weddingwire Couple's Choice Award for two consecutive years.

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Nicole Christine Photography

Roselle, IL 60172

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Nicole Christine Photography offers wedding and portrait photography throughout the Chicago area. Owner and photographer Nicole Christine is a graduate of the University of Iowa with a dual major in photography and business. She is dedicated to capturing moments and expressions that clients may relive later when viewing their images, and she enjoys documenting the special bond between families. Nicole Christine Photography provides a variety of wedding photography packages along with sessions for engagement, senior, maternity, and family portraits on location. Studio portrait sessions for newborns and children are also available.

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Shalin Photo

Schaumburg, IL 60193

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Shalin Photo is a professional photography studio that serves clients throughout all of Chicagoland. Owner Shalin Amin and her team of collaborative professionals specialize in destination events around the globe and their styles invoke both artistry and storytelling. Shalin Photo is an active and participating member of the Professional Photographers of America, and the team's work has been featured in publications such as Maharani Weddings. Shalin and her team strive to capture the nuances and details that make an event special and unique, and they work to get to know every client so as to best understand their goals and hopes for the photography session. Shalin Photo offers wedding ceremony and reception photography, engagement photography, baby shower sessions, couples' sessions, and more.

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Vance Asprer Photography

Chicago, IL 60673

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Featured in Voyage Chicago Magazine, Vance Asprer Photography is a professional photography company that serves clients in the wider Chicagoland metropolitan area. Vance Asprer Photography provides clients with numerous photography services, including weddings, engagement shoots, special events, family and senior portraits. Available by phone or email, Vance Asprer Photography can also be contacted using the booking system on the company's professional website.

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Best Wedding Photographers in Schaumburg

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Wedding Photographers FAQs

Astrapia Modern Photography

DARS Photography

Ginda Photography

MJV Photography

Nicole Christine Photography

Shalin Photo

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