Documentary wedding photography across Chicagoland — from intimate suburban estates to grand banquet halls.
For 15 years we've been documenting weddings across the Chicago suburban market — from country clubs in the North Shore to estate venues in DuPage County and banquet halls throughout Chicagoland. Our studio is based in Des Plaines, putting us central to nearly every corner of the suburbs.
Travel is included for all suburban venues within roughly 50 miles of our studio. We're familiar with the logistics that make suburban venues unique: estate timing, banquet-hall lighting setups, outdoor ceremony backup plans, and the early arrivals that venue coordinators expect.
The wedding photographer chicago suburbs couples book from us brings the same documentary style to a country club in Schaumburg as to a rooftop in the West Loop. Location changes. The approach doesn't.
Home to Chandler's, Medinah Country Club, and Avante Banquets — some of Chicagoland's most-photographed wedding venues.
View Schaumburg weddings →An affluent wedding market with boutique venues, vineyards, and multiple top-rated banquet halls throughout the city.
View Naperville weddings →The Drake Oak Brook and surrounding estate venues make this a premier destination for elegant suburban weddings.
View Oak Brook weddings →Chevy Chase Country Club and nearby venues offer classic country-club elegance just north of the city.
View Wheeling weddings →Estate properties, country clubs, and lakeside venues set the backdrop for Lake Forest's most memorable weddings.
View Lake Forest weddings →A lively suburban hub with banquet venues, gardens, and easy access from the city and surrounding towns.
View Arlington Heights weddings →Our studio home — central to O'Hare, the North Shore, and the western suburbs, with great venue access all around.
View Des Plaines weddings →Lakefront ceremony backdrops, university venues, and arts-district settings give Evanston an eclectic wedding scene.
View Evanston weddings →Intimate estate weddings and elegant historic properties in one of the Chicago area's most sought-after communities.
View Hinsdale weddings →The Glen Club is one of Chicagoland's finest golf-course venues, paired with a range of nearby banquet options.
View Glenview weddings →Outdoor estates, barn venues, and garden settings make Barrington a favorite for nature-forward wedding days.
View Barrington weddings →Hotel Baker on the Fox River and Pheasant Run set the tone for St. Charles's vibrant and growing wedding market.
View St. Charles weddings →Medinah Country Club, Chevy Chase, The Glen Club
Tight timelines, formal dining rooms, and outdoor ceremony spaces surrounded by manicured greens. We scout ceremony light and coordinate with club coordinators to stay invisible during cocktail hour.
Avante Banquets, Chandler's
High-capacity rooms with mixed artificial lighting are where documentary technique earns its keep. We work with the room rather than against it — no flash overpowering the atmosphere.
Drake Oak Brook, Cuneo Mansion
Grand architectural details, ballroom ceilings, and manicured grounds give every frame a natural elegance. We arrive early to plan portrait routes through the property.
Crystal Creek Farm and similar
Natural light is our preference. We plan for golden-hour portraits, weather backup locations, and ceremony shade so your outdoor day stays on-timeline no matter what.
Travel is included for all suburban venues within 50 miles of our Des Plaines studio — no surprise charges for Cook, DuPage, Lake, or Kane County weddings.
Beyond 50 miles, we add a transparent flat-rate travel fee quoted in your proposal. No overnight fees for same-day Chicagoland coverage.
We arrive 30 minutes before call time, scout the venue, and connect with your planner or coordinator so there are no surprises when coverage starts.
Curious about our packages for suburban weddings? See our wedding photography packages →
Yes — Red Barn Wedding Studio serves all Chicago suburbs including Schaumburg, Naperville, Oak Brook, Lake Forest, Wheeling, and surrounding Chicagoland communities. Travel is included within 50 miles of our Des Plaines studio.
Any suburb within roughly 50 miles of our Des Plaines studio is covered at no extra charge. This includes Cook, DuPage, Lake, and Kane counties. Beyond that radius we add a transparent flat-rate travel fee in your custom proposal.
Yes — pricing is the same regardless of Chicago city or suburbs. Photography packages start at $2,195 and our Photo + Video Bundle starts at $3,895. See our full packages page for details.
Absolutely. We've photographed at dozens of outdoor estates, garden venues, and barn-style properties across Chicagoland. Our team scouts lighting and weather backup plans in advance.
We've photographed at venues across Chicagoland for 15 years — country clubs, banquet halls, historic estates, and outdoor properties. Familiarity with a venue means better timing, better light, and fewer surprises on the day.
Most couples book 9–14 months in advance. Peak Saturdays in spring and fall fill earliest. The sooner we connect, the more date options are available for your venue.
We'd love to hear about your day, your venue, and the moments you want captured.
Let's talk about your vision. Schedule a free consultation to discuss your wedding photography and cinematography — we'd love to hear your story.
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