Business Details
14 Years
experience
Your Trusted Intimate Wedding & Elopement Photographer in Chicagoland
At Oats & Honey Photography, we specialize in capturing the authentic essence of your wedding day through candid, heartfelt moments. With over a decade of experience, our approach prioritizes natural storytelling, ensuring every laugh, tear, and joyous detail is preserved. We pride ourselves on building genuine connections with couples, offering personalized guidance to create a stress-free, memorable experience.Our commitment to inclusivity means every love story is celebrated without judgment, and our dedication to non-traditional, relationship-focused events sets us apart. As both photographers and seasoned wedding planners, we bring expertise, adaptability, and a passion for creating images that feel as unique as the couples we serve.
Services
Wedding Photography
Elopement Photography
Engagement Sessions
Maternity Sessions
Sunset Sessions
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- 12 years of experience capturing authentic wedding moments
- Inclusive services for all races, genders, and orientations
- Candid, non-posed photography style focusing on real emotions
- Customized packages tailored to individual couple needs
- Proven track record with 20+ weddings photographed annually
What people say
Amazing experience
Great communication
Fun to work with
Authentic moments captured
Stress-free process
Services
Wedding Photography
Our comprehensive wedding photography captures every candid moment from preparation to reception. Using multiple cameras and natural lighting, we document your day as it unfolds while providing subtle direction when needed. With 12 years of experience and 20+ annual weddings, we ensure no detail is missed. Clients receive fully retouched images, unrestricted printing rights, and a curated album design.
Elopement Photography
Specializing in elopement photography, we create authentic visual narratives for couples choosing non-traditional celebrations. Our packages start at $1,400 and include coverage of your ceremony, portraits, and key moments. We adapt to any location or timeline while maintaining our signature candid style that focuses on genuine emotions and spontaneous interactions.
Engagement Sessions
These sessions help couples build comfort in front of the camera while creating beautiful imagery for save-the-dates or wedding decor. Lasting 1-2 hours, they serve as practice for wedding day photography while capturing your relationship's unique dynamic in relaxed, natural settings.
People
Heather
Head Photographer
Award-winning photographer with 12 years of experience specializing in candid wedding documentation. Known for making clients feel at ease while capturing authentic moments. Combines organizational expertise with a fun-loving personality to create stress-free photography experiences.
Questions
What makes your photography style unique?
We focus on candid, documentary-style photography that captures real moments as they happen, avoiding posed shots. Our approach emphasizes natural lighting and genuine emotions.
Do you travel for weddings?
We photograph weddings anywhere your love story takes you, with primary service in Chicagoland and Central Illinois.
How are packages customized?
We offer fully customizable packages based on your specific needs, including coverage duration, print rights, and album design preferences.
What's included in wedding coverage?
Standard coverage includes 8+ hours of photography, two photographers, online gallery with high-res files, and album design consultation.
How do you ensure inclusivity?
We welcome all couples regardless of race, gender identity, sexual orientation, or background. Our focus remains solely on documenting your authentic love story.
