Business Details
19 Years
experience
Award-Winning Wedding Photography Studio in Chicago
Allusion Photography was founded on the belief that wedding photography should transcend mere documentation to become timeless art. With 16 years of experience, our team has earned recognition as top wedding photographers globally, including accolades like The Knot's Hall of Fame membership. We specialize in creating emotionally resonant images characterized by candid authenticity, artistic composition, and technical excellence. Our commitment to personalized service ensures each couple's unique story is captured through tailored approaches, from location selection to post-processing techniques that maintain consistent visual storytelling.We utilize professional-grade Canon and Nikon equipment to guarantee superior image quality, backed by a proven workflow that delivers edited photographs within 20 days. Our studio's five-star reputation reflects decades of dedication to both craft and client satisfaction, serving Chicago and destination weddings with equal expertise.
Services
Wedding Photography
Engagement Sessions
Cinematography
Boudoir Photography
Senior Portraits
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- 16 years of experience capturing weddings with artistic and emotional depth
- Recognized as top wedding photographers globally by industry publications
- Utilize professional-grade Canon and Nikon equipment for superior image quality
- Consistent five-star ratings for exceptional client service and satisfaction
- Proven 20-day turnaround for edited wedding photographs
What people say
Stunning results
Personalized approach
Professional team
Captured every moment
Artistic excellence
Services
Wedding Photography
Our wedding photography service captures your special day with artistic precision and emotional authenticity. Using professional-grade Canon and Nikon equipment, we document ceremonies and receptions through candid moments and carefully composed portraits. Each package includes comprehensive coverage, professional editing, and high-resolution digital delivery within 20 days.
Engagement Sessions
Engagement photography sessions create lasting memories while helping couples acclimate to being photographed together. We offer location-based shoots with two outfit changes, followed by guided image selection to ensure comfortable familiarity before your wedding day.
Cinematography
Our cinematography service preserves wedding day emotions through dynamic video storytelling. Two distinct collections capture key moments from ceremony to reception, including audio elements that create lasting heirlooms for future generations to experience.
People
Sherry Hagerman
Founder
With 16 years of professional photography experience, Sherry Hagerman established Allusion Photography and Chicago's ClickCon training conference. Recognized globally for artistic excellence, she combines technical expertise with educational leadership to elevate industry standards through both her work and mentorship.
Questions
What photography styles do you specialize in?
We focus on artistic, emotionally authentic wedding photography combining candid moments with editorial composition. Our work features clean, timeless aesthetics with romantic and fashion-inspired elements.
How long have you been photographing weddings?
Our studio has specialized in wedding photography for 16 years, with founder Sherry Hagerman maintaining professional credentials since 2007 and establishing industry training programs.
What areas do you serve?
While based in Chicago, we photograph weddings throughout the local metropolitan area and accept destination assignments worldwide with advance planning coordination.
What equipment do you use?
We exclusively use professional-grade Canon and Nikon camera systems with premium lenses to ensure optimal image quality and reliability during critical moments.
How quickly will we receive our photos?
Our standard turnaround time for fully edited wedding photographs is less than 20 days from the event date, with engagement session images delivered within two weeks.
