Chicago Wedding Shows

Make a point to visit at least one or two Chicago wedding shows and you'll be surrounded by professional Chicago wedding photographers all itching to show you their stuff. A few laps of the bridal show and you will have interviewed and reviewed half the photographers in Chicago. It's a great way to get a lot done in a little amount of time.

In the Chicago area, there seems to be a bridal event every month - from the large scale Bridal Expo to smaller events like Gown and Down, an exclusive wine-tasting and gown viewing event.

Local Websites

If you still haven't found a Chicago wedding photographer, try the local Chicago websites that are dedicated to all things bridal. Many photographers pay a small fee to be included on the directory listings for these websites, meaning you can find their contact information and link to their web portfolio.

One of the most popular Chicago wedding websites is the site for the Chicago Style Weddings magazine. It has an online forum, great design and includes articles from the print edition. Also, Chicago Bridal is a popular directory site.

Personal Referrals

One of the most reliable ways to find a quality service provider is word-of mouth and referrals. So, inquire of your co-workers, friends, families and other brides for the skinny on their wedding photographers. Did they love them? Did they hate them? Would they hire them again?

Additional sources for word of-mouth advice are your other wedding professionals. For example, your caterer or venue may know an experienced photographer who's used often and well known in the wedding business. Hiring someone on a referral not only comes with the bonus of finding a person recommended by a trusted friend, but you can also secure a discount for referral-based business.

Flip Through the Weddings Edition of Chicago Style

Chicago Style magazine puts out a Wedding edition every 3 months. The magazine serves not only as a directory of local service providers, but also as a resource. With reviews of Chicago bridal salons, caterers and new venues, it's a great tool.

So, if you're looking for a fantastic Chicago wedding photographer, you could find him or her right inside the pages of Chicago Style Weddings. The magazine does numerous features on real, Chicago weddings. Flip through and get a real taste for the photos. Are there any you love? Take a look and see who the photographer is - you may have found your match.

Your wedding is a once-in-a-lifetime event, and no doubt you will want a reliable professional capture it all on film for you. Take all the time necessary to find the right person - someone with whom you and your future spouse are both comfortable.