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967 Graceland Ave · Des Plaines, IL
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Red BarnWedding Studio

Chicago wedding photography & cinematography. 967 Graceland Ave, Des Plaines IL — serving Chicago, Chicagoland & destination weddings worldwide.

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Chicago wedding photographer — Red Barn Wedding Studio
The studio behind the stories
about us

A Chicago wedding photography studio devoted to real love stories.

Photography · Cinematography · Since 2010

Our Story

Red Barn Wedding Studio.

We're a family-owned Chicago studio offering wedding photography, cinematography, and photo-booth services to couples across Chicagoland — and beyond, when love takes us there.

Endless hours of planning go into a wedding day, and that's why you need a photographer who can freeze the spirit of the occasion from every angle. We capture every style — photojournalistic, traditional, candid, contemporary — but always rooted in the same instinct: make it real, make it beautiful, make it last.

Every couple gets a complimentary consultation, in person or over Google Meet for busy or out-of-state schedules. We meet you where you are.

Red Barn
RED BARN WEDDING STUDIOFounded 2010 · Chicago, IL
Bride and groom captured by Red Barn Wedding Studio
Real moments,beautifully kept
Wedding details by Red Barn Wedding Studio
15
Years Capturing Love
1,000+
Weddings Photographed
80+
Chicagoland Venues
5.0★
Across 300+ Reviews
Our Approach

Three things we promise every couple.

The way we work has been refined over fifteen years and 1,000+ weddings. Here's what stays constant.

01

Documentary, never directed.

We blend into the day so the moments unfold honestly. The unguarded laughter, the tear that nobody else catches, the quiet glance between you — those are the frames we live for. We're storytellers, not stage managers.

02

A craft that took 15 years to refine.

Photographing weddings since 2010, across more than 80 venues from Chicagoland to Tuscany. Every season we sharpen the work — better light, calmer pacing, kinder direction. You inherit the discipline of a thousand weddings before yours.

03

You'll feel like you're with friends.

From the first call to the final gallery, the experience matters as much as the imagery. Calm, kind, and prepared — we'll guide you through the timeline, calm the nerves, and leave room for the day to breathe.

What we offer

The full wedding day, covered.

From Chicago wedding photography and cinematic wedding films to photo-booth rentals for the reception, every collection is built around the way modern couples actually celebrate. All offerings include unlimited images captured on your wedding day, a full copyright release, a private online gallery to share with family and guests, and raw video footage where applicable — no hidden fees, no watermarks, no surprises.

  • 01

    Wedding Photography

    Authentic, documentary-style imagery. Unlimited coverage, full copyright release, online gallery.

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  • 02

    Wedding Cinematography

    Cinematic films and trailers that preserve the emotion. Drone, audio, and raw footage included.

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  • 03

    Engagement Sessions

    A relaxed afternoon to find your rhythm together — and walk away with images you'll treasure.

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  • 04

    Wedding Photo Booth

    A modern, beautifully-styled booth with instant prints. The party favor your guests will actually keep.

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Your wedding is unique to you. Together, we'll make sure your photos and films reflect that — your personality, your people, the way the light fell on a moment nobody else noticed.
— Red Barn Wedding Studio
Awards & Recognition

Trusted by couples and review platforms alike.

Recognized year after year by The Knot, WeddingWire, and Google for our craft and our couples' satisfaction.

K
★★★★★
The Knot
Hall of Fame · Best of Weddings
W
★★★★★
WeddingWire
Couples' Choice 2026
★
★★★★★
Google
5.0 · 300+ reviews
Z
★★★★★
Zola
Featured Vendor
As Featured In
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The Process

From hello to heirloom.

A four-step rhythm we've refined over fifteen years — designed to feel calm, prepared, and genuinely human at every stage.

1

Hello & Discover

A complimentary consultation over coffee or Google Meet. We get to know you, your story, your vision.

2

Design Your Day

We tailor a package to your venue, timeline, and style — never one-size-fits-all. Contract & retainer.

3

The Wedding Day

We arrive early, blend in, and document everything. Calm presence, gentle direction when you need it.

4

Your Story, Forever

A sneak peek within a week. Full gallery in 4–6 weeks. Films in 8–12. Copyright is yours.

FAQ
Common Questions

Everything you might be wondering.

Don't see your question here? Reach out — we love hearing from couples who are deep in the planning weeds.

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  • Yes — we travel anywhere love takes us. We've shot weddings across the Midwest, on Lake Michigan shores, and overseas. Travel is included on a per-trip basis; we'll quote you transparently.
  • Most couples book 9–14 months out, especially for peak season (May–October). That said, we always check availability and welcome shorter timelines when we can make it work.
  • Documentary at the core, with a soft, true-to-life color palette. We don't pose every moment — but we do guide and direct when it serves the story (couple's portraits, family formals, etc).
  • Yes — and most couples book both together. There's a real benefit to a photo and cinematography team that already works together: the day flows better, and the storytelling is unified.
  • Yes. Every package includes unlimited images captured on your wedding day, full copyright release, and a private online gallery for you and your guests.
  • It happens — and rain photos can be magical. We always have a Plan B for indoor portraits, plus clear umbrellas in the kit. We'll never let weather steal the day.
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Let's talk

Tell us about your day.

Every wedding starts with a conversation — over coffee in our Des Plaines studio, or a Google Meet that fits your busy schedule. Complimentary consultation, no obligation.

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