let’s turn your love story into your legacy…without any of the stress!
THE CHICAGO WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY EXPERIENCE
I am a firm believer that the most important thing you'll take away from your wedding day will not be the photos; it's the moments happening in them. The takeaway I want you to have from your wedding gallery is that you lived every belly-busting laugh, sweet embrace, and unforgettable moment from your day with your best people. This may be one of the only times in your life where all of the people who love you most are in the same room. That's what I value most as your photographer - living in every celebration of your wedding day. Providing a unique wedding experience that includes documenting every moment from the save-the-date photos to the sweaty dance floor hugs allows you to have your entire wedding weekend immortalized.
I'll help you make sure your train looks perfectly fluffed, your boutonnière is pinned correctly, and have some tissues handy for your tears during your vows. I'm so excited to be apart of your love story, and I can't wait to be friends forever.
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You've probably been told this a time or two, but your photographer is one of the vendors you'll spend the most time with on the day of your wedding. Because of that, you'll want to find someone who is just as excited to celebrate you and your person and champion your wedding day vision from beginning to end, documenting every perfect and messy moment!
I prioritize getting to know my couples like I know my friends: your favorite songs, the things that make you giggle, your favorite sushi spot (Kai on Southport anyone?!), and breaking down any hesitation you have going into this process so you can feel like yourselves when I'm capturing you!
Planning your Chicago wedding probably raises a lot of questions like "where are we going to take photos?" and "what time is the best light?" and "how do we not have a first look but still go to cocktail hour?!?" and I'm here, not only as a resource, but as a sounding board to help navigate these tough situations. This is probably your first rodeo, but it's not mine.
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How I operate
"Jayde made my husband and I feel so special, so loved. She took two awkward, camera shy people and made us feel comfortable and made us look beautiful. Jayde captures the love story of a couple in the most authentic way."
-Maya + Grant, January 2024
Weddings
$5850
The Lite Package is perfect for couples that are envisioning no frills wedding coverage with all the essentials documented.
- Eight hours of wedding day coverage
- Second Photographer
- 48-hour preview gallery
- Personalized Photo Planning
- 8-week gallery delivery
Options to customize your package with engagement sessions, rehearsal dinner coverage, various professional prints and album packages, bridal boudoir, and more!
$6580
The Ultimate Luxe was designed for couples who want as much documentation of their wedding journey as possible. From engagement, to rehearsal, to full wedding day coverage, every frame-worthy moment is captured for your full story to be told!
- Full day wedding day coverage
- Second Photographer
- 48-hour preview gallery
- Personalized Photo Planning
- 8-week gallery delivery
- Engagement Session
- Rehearsal Dinner Coverage
Options to customize your package with engagement session upgrades, various prints and album packages, and more!
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This is exactly what we're looking for!
engagements, couples, proposals
sessions
Starting at $650 for the Lite Session
+ One hour of shooting time
+ One location
+ Two outfits
Able to add on additional outfits and locations
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With that shiny new bit of bling on your finger and a mile-long to-do list, it’s time to find a wedding photographer! Send an inquiry my way using my contact form, and I’ll be in touch within 24 hours to tell you more.
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Let’s make sure we’re a match made in heaven over a brief consultation call. We’ll customize your collection and daydream about your day. And if I’m the gal for you, a contract and retainer will save your date!
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This is my favorite part—let’s stroll the lakefront as we document your engagement! I’ll help you find the perfect location, wardrobe, and time of day to match your vibe. And with expert prompting, you’ll immediately feel like a pro.
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Three months before the big day, a detailed questionnaire will help me to build your custom photo timeline and must-have photo list. This ensures your day runs smoothly and that we never miss a moment!
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You don’t have to wait weeks and weeks to sneak a peek at your wedding photos! On your first evening as newlyweds, you’ll receive a mini-gallery of 75 (or more!) images to enjoy and share of your big day!
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As wedding week rolls around, you’ll feel cool and confident thanks to all the prep we put in. We’ll double-check details through a last email and text, and then all that’s left is to get pumped for the big day ahead!
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Before your two-month anniversary, your meticulously edited wedding gallery of 800+ images will arrive in your email inbox! Get ready to snuggle up and travel back in time to the day you said, “I do!”
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It’s time to party with all your favorite people as I preserve the moments you’ll never want to forget. I can’t wait to meet all the friends and fam you’ve told me so much about as your wedding vision comes to life!
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“SHE WAS ABLE TO CAPTURE OUR PERSONALITIES AND DOCUMENT OUR LOVE
“My husband and I have always been a bit awkward in front of a camera, but Jayde made us so comfortable! When you hire Jayde, you’re not just getting a photographer—you’re getting a cheerleader, a coordinator, a dance partner, an advocate, a hype woman, and a lifelong friend! She has been the highlight of the wedding planning process for me, and booking her was the best decision I made.”
Christa B.
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frequently asked
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Absolutely! We can add so many customizations—additional hours, extra photographers, and more—to your Chicago wedding photography collection. We’ll cover all that good stuff during our consultation call as we dig into your vision for your big day.
Without a doubt! I encourage all of my couples, local and destination, to add one on if you can swing it. Because it makes such a difference in the photos we take on your wedding day! During your engagement session, we’ll work through all the jitters and discover which prompts are best suited to your personalities and connection. Plus, this is such a special-but-brief season in your life that deserves to be celebrated!
Because I only partner with a limited number of couples each year to ensure I can give you my very best, I recommend inquiring a year or more before your expected wedding date. Sometimes couples reach out up to two years in advance! But if your date is sooner, don’t panic! Shoot me an inquiry, and who knows!? Your date might still be open!
Not only are my images the perfect celebration of Chicago living with their blend of warmth and edge, but I also offer an experience designed specifically for busy couples like you. I collaborate with vendors, so you don’t have to play telephone. I build your timeline and family portrait list so you can just chill. I take the time to truly get to know you so I can be your dream hype girl on the best day of your life!
Without a freaking doubt- YES. I believe that all love is love, and every love story, no matter what it looks like, deserves to be documented. I am proud ally and advocate for inclusivity and marriage equality.
Ahhh! I can’t wait to meet you! Just tell me a little about yourselves and your celebration over on my contact page, and I’ll be in touch within a day to book your no-pressure consultation call. Then, if you decide I’m your photographer, you’ll choose your collection, sign the agreement, and pay the retainer to save your date on my calendar!
