Best Photographers in Chicago, IL — 2026 Rankings
We ranked 43 photographers in Chicago based on credentials, client reviews, press recognition, and portfolio presence.
Top Photographers in Chicago
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#1 — MNPhotoStudios
Mnphotostudios
Specialties: Wedding. View full profile →
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#2 — FD Photo Studio Chicago
FD Photo Studio - Rental Photo Studios in Los Angeles & New York
Specialties: Specialties not recorded. View full profile →
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#3 — Bulb Brain Creative
Bulb Brain – Imaginative Photos and Videos for your business
Specialties: Specialties not recorded. View full profile →
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#4 — Avenida Studio Chicago
Foto y Video Chicago
Specialties: Specialties not recorded. View full profile →
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#5 — P&M Studio Chicago
P&M Studio Chicago
Specialties: Specialties not recorded. View full profile →
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#6 — Maha Studios
Maha Studios
Specialties: Specialties not recorded. View full profile →
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#7 — LuvEd Photography
Chicago Wedding Photographer
Specialties: Specialties not recorded. View full profile →
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#8 — Composite Logic
Composite Logic Studios – West Garfield Studio
Specialties: Specialties not recorded. View full profile →
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#9 — Shan Photography
Chicago Indian Wedding Photographer
Specialties: Specialties not recorded. View full profile →
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#10 — Ruler Images
Ruler Images Media – Events
Specialties: Specialties not recorded. View full profile →
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#11 — Squareshot Product Photography Chicago
Squareshot Product Photography Chicago, a photographer in Chicago, IL, focuses on quality and client satisfaction. Reach them at 8555771375. Visit their website to learn more about their work. Located at 2000 W Carroll Ave Ste 402. Reach them at 8555771375.
Specialties: Advanced product image (Clothing (Ghost Mannequin, Stuffed), Oversized products) = 1.5 credits, Complex product image (Jewelry, Watches) = 2 credits, Hand model image = 3 credits, Full Body model image = 4 credits, Credits per image vary based on complexity, styling, and setup, 15 credits → ~8–12 images (up to 15 deliverables), 50 credits → ~25–40 images (up to 50 deliverables), 100 credits → ~50–85 images (up to 100 deliverables), 8 hours in studio: setup, shooting, lunch, wrap Up, Production equipment, Photographer, Studio assistant, Producer (remote), Account manager (remote), Lunches for up to 5 people, Product preparation (incl. steaming for 10 items), Advanced retouching for up to 40 standard images, Kickoff call, In Studio approval, Prop/soft goods stylist, Lunches for up to 6 people, Advanced retouching for up to 30 images, 1 model, 6 months usage rights, Wardrobe stylist, Hair makeup artist, Lunches for up to 8 people, Product preparation (incl. steaming for 15 items), Casting, Fitting. View full profile →
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#12 — Zacuto
Zacuto- professional camera accessories for filmmakers
Specialties: Español, Afghanistan (AFN ؋), Åland Islands (EUR €), Albania (ALL L), Algeria (DZD د.ج), Andorra (EUR €), Angola (USD $), Anguilla (XCD $), Antigua Barbuda (XCD $), Argentina (USD $), Armenia (AMD դր.), Aruba (AWG ƒ), Ascension Island (SHP £), Australia (AUD $), Austria (EUR €), Azerbaijan (AZN ₼), Bahamas (BSD $), Bahrain (USD $), Bangladesh (BDT ৳), Barbados (BBD $), Belarus (USD $), Belgium (EUR €), Belize (BZD $), Benin (XOF Fr), Bermuda (USD $), Bhutan (USD $), Bolivia (BOB Bs.), Bosnia Herzegovina (BAM КМ), Botswana (BWP P), Brazil (USD $). View full profile →
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#13 — Plan A
Plan A | Cinematic Wedding Videography
Specialties: Specialties not recorded. View full profile →
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#14 — Chromatone Studios
Chromatone Studios | Chicago's Creative Agency for Photo and Video Production
Specialties: Specialties not recorded. View full profile →
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#15 — BluTint Photography
Specialties: Specialties not recorded. View full profile →
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#16 — Friend and Johnson, Inc
Friend & Johnson
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#17 — Focal Point Photography
Focal Point Photography Inc. at PhotoReflect
Specialties: Shopping Cart, My Account, Help, Jackson Pk. Hosp. 38th. Annual Gala dinner dance, 6/3/2017, Dancing under the stars at the Hyatt Regency hotel wesr tower, Crystal Ballroom on 6 3 17, Odelia Anderson, 4/8/2015 7/8/2015, Jackson Park Hosp. Employee of Year, Awards Dinner; June 06, 2015, Naveed Muhammad, Portrait of Dr. Muhammad for Dr. of Year at Jackson Pk. Hosp. Awards Dinner June 06, 2015, Yvonne Ross 65th., 3/22/2014 12/22/2014, Yvonne's 65th. Birthday Party, Isaac's, Barry & Frances Wedding, 8/30/2013 12/30/2013, Barry & Frances Wedding and Reception held on August 30, 2013 at the Metropolitan Community Church at 3pm, Jackson Park Hosp. 34th. Annual Gala Dinner Dance, 6/8/2013 12/31/2013, Jackson Park Hospital's 34th. Annual Dinner Dance an Awards Honoring the Humanitarian of Year, The Physicia, Lorenzo R. Smith Sch. Annual Science Fair, 4/24/2013 12/24/2013, Annual Science Fair; (Theme; The Body Magic) Held at Lorenzo Smith School in Pembroke TWP, IL. 4 24 2013, P: (312) 326 4467, Get directions. View full profile →
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#18 — CHI FOTO STUDIO
Chicago Headshot Photographer | Professional Headshots From $99
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#19 — Lawrence Lau Photography
Position Sizing Methodology
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#20 — Wedstills photography
Specialties: Specialties not recorded. View full profile →
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#21 — Padgett & Co.
Padgett and Company
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#22 — BLQNYT Studios
BLQNYT STUDIOS
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#23 — Loyola Community Literacy Center
Established in 1992, Loyola Community Literacy Center is a photographer serving Chicago, IL. Reach them at +17735082330 or email locolice@gmail.com. Visit their website to learn more about their work. Located at 1110 W Loyola Ave.
Specialties: Specialties not recorded. View full profile →
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#24 — ProjectZeezy Photography
Projectzeezy's Studio
Specialties: Specialties not recorded. View full profile →
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#25 — Nimbus Kitchen
Commercial Kitchen Rentals
Specialties: Infrastructure. View full profile →
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#26 — Windy City Images
Windy City Images, Independent Film Production, Chicago, Midwest
Specialties: Windy City Images, To create films, jobs, and new opportunities for the Chicagoland community., ON THE ROPES, One of the many great projects under development at Windy City Images., Investors, Film Credit And Development Steve Wilburn Windy City Images Partial List of Credits, In Development, Links, Gallery I ll Be There, Pirate Alley, Twitter, LinkedIn, IMDBPro, IMDB, Partial List of Credits. View full profile →
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#27 — Product Productions
Product Productions
Specialties: Rental Lighting, Grip, Flags, Nets, Silks, Butterflies, Dollys, Camera Support, Generators, Electric, Expendables, Production Vehicles 1 Ton (Truck or Van), 3 Ton, 5 Ton, Production Services, Camera Car / Process Trailer, Location Services, Space Stage Studios, Location scout and e Mail HD photos, Obtain permits and permissions for the locations selected for your production, Arrange for and provide traffic and pedestrian control personnel (off Duty Chicago police officers with patrol cars), Arrange for and provide all of the equipment packages, Arrange for and provide all of the crew, Arrange for and provide talent, Arrange for and provide mobile production offices, honey Wagons and make Up/green room mobile facilities, Arrange for and provide all catering and craft services, Provide on location production management, Arrange and procure all post Production (if required), All above services and more with just one phone call (and/or e Mail) and all charges on one invoice. View full profile →
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#28 — Hawk Design Studio
Hawk Design Studio brings professional photography expertise to the Chicago, IL community. Reach them at (312) 316-9846 or email sean@hawkdesignstudio.com. Visit their website to learn more about their work. Located at 837 E 52nd St Apt 2.
Specialties: Specialties not recorded. View full profile →
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#29 — Manarchy Films Inc
Dennis Manarchy: Chicago based Photographer and Filmmaker
Specialties: Specialties not recorded. View full profile →
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#30 — I Am GBF
CashLyfe Visuals LLC
Specialties: Specialties not recorded. View full profile →
How We Rank Photographers
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Frequently asked questions
Who is the #1 photographer in Chicago?
MNPhotoStudios is currently the #1 ranked photographer in Chicago based on our Directory information score. See the full ranked list above.
How are photographers ranked in Chicago?
The Directory information score is a 0–100 summary of captured profile and public review information. Fixed point limits apply to public ratings, review volume, web presence, profile completeness, listed credentials, press mentions, and reported experience. Missing information contributes no points. A low score may reflect missing data; the score does not measure service quality or guarantee suitability. There is no paid placement.
What do photographers typically cost in Chicago?
Pricing varies by specialty and budget tier. Economy photographers in Chicago often start around $200–$500 per session; standard-tier work commonly runs $500–$2,000; premium and luxury photographers regularly exceed $3,000 for full-day coverage. Individual profiles list each photographer's published budget tier.