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My approach is rooted in the belief that your wedding day isn’t just an event to photograph, it’s a story to live in, feel, and remember. I want you to show up and be together, while I quietly (or playfully) weave through the day capturing those genuine moments.
From our first call you’ll experience a process designed for ease: thoughtful planning + helpful resources + clear communication so you feel confident and excited. Many couples share how they “felt completely at ease in front of the camera,” or how I “made the entire process smooth and enjoyable.” On your wedding day I’ll be present, calm, and ready. Handling the logistics, fixing details you’ll never think about, and staying ready for the moments you will.
After the big “I do,” you’ll receive your images quicker than expected. Your gallery will tell a full story, laughter, tears, confetti, portraits, details, candid fun — so you feel like you’re reliving the day. And when your friends and family open your photos they’ll feel like they were there too. One couple told me, “The investment in Winterlyn Photography was, without a doubt, one of the best decisions we made for our wedding." My promise to you: a meaningful experience, beautiful imagery, and a legacy of love captured. If that sounds like what you’re looking for, I’d be honored to document your day.
Winterlyn Photography has spent over a decade documenting Chicago weddings. Work that's been featured in Chicago Style Weddings, loverly, Modern Luxury Weddings and recognized with Best Of The Knot and Top 10 wedding photographers in Chicago by Expertise. Every collection below reflects not just a day of coverage, but over a decade of refined craft, editorial-level artistry, and the steady hand of someone who's done this hundreds of times and still shows up like it's the first.
Twelve Years.
Countless Weddings
Winterlyn is pure behind the camera. Every single photo is breathtaking.
Beyond her incredible talent, Winterlyn made us feel so comfortable and cared for. She’s calm, kind, and such a reassuring presence on a whirlwind day. She truly feels like a close friend and I’m so glad she got to witness our love story.
— Bethany & Craig
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Wedding Weekend Experience
For couples who want the full story preserved, from the anticipation of the rehearsal dinner or welcome celebration through the final moments of the wedding day. With extended coverage and a complete heirloom album collection, this experience is designed to document the people, atmosphere, and meaningful moments that shape the entire celebration.
TOTAL INVESTMENT — $13,500
- Up to 2 hours of rehearsal dinner or welcome-party coverage
- Bespoke two-hour engagement portrait experience with Winterlyn
- Up to three locations and multiple looks
- Personalized location and wardrobe guidance
- Winterlyn and a second photographer on your wedding day
+ One 12×12 Signature Heirloom Album
+ Two coordinating 8×8 Parent Albums
- Personalized album design and image curation
- Personalized photography timeline consultation
- Curated sneak peek gallery delivered within 48 hours
- Complete online gallery delivered within 2–3 weeks
- High-resolution and web-size image downloads
- Personal printing rights
Full Day Experience
Created for celebrations that unfold across multiple locations, include a more layered timeline, or simply deserve additional space to be documented without feeling rushed. This collection pairs comprehensive wedding-day coverage with a handcrafted album, transforming the finished photographs into something tangible that can be returned to for generations.
TOTAL INVESTMENT — 10,000
- Extended 90-minute engagement portrait experience with Winterlyn
- Up to two nearby locations or two distinct looks
- Personalized location and wardrobe guidance
- Winterlyn and a second photographer on your wedding day
+ 10×10 Signature Heirloom Album
- Personalized album design and image curation
- Personalized photography timeline consultation
- Curated sneak peek gallery delivered within 48 hours
- Complete online gallery delivered within 2–3 weeks
- High-resolution and web-size image downloads
- Personal printing rights
Signature Coverage
Designed for couples who want their wedding day documented with greater depth, flexibility, and perspective. Extended coverage, two photographers, and an engagement session create a more complete and personal photographic experience from the months leading up to the wedding through the celebration itself.
TOTAL INVESTMENT — $8,000
- One-hour signature engagement portrait session with Winterlyn
- Winterlyn and a second photographer on your wedding day
- Personalized photography timeline consultation
- Curated sneak peek gallery delivered within 48 hours
- Complete online gallery delivered within 2–3 weeks
- High-resolution and web-size image downloads
- Personal printing rights
Simple Wedding
Thoughtfully streamlined coverage for celebrations centered in one primary location or built around a more simplified timeline. With Winterlyn personally documenting the day, this collection preserves the portraits, emotions, and unscripted moments that shape the celebration from beginning to end.
TOTAL INVESTMENT — 6,500
- Winterlyn as your photographer
- Personalized photography timeline consultation
- Curated sneak peek gallery delivered within 48 hours
- Complete online gallery delivered within 2–3 weeks
- High-resolution and web-size image downloads
- Personal printing rights
Additional Hourly Coverage
STARTS AT $800
Rehearsal Dinner Coverage
STARTS AT $1250
A LA CARTE OFFERINGS
Content Creation
STARTS AT $2500
Every collection includes a complimentary planning consultation, a personalized wedding-day timeline, and the kind of presence on your day that only comes from having done this for over a decade.
thank you notes
Her skill behind the lens was only outmatched by her kindness, joy and warm personality. We couldn't have asked for a better experience.
— Jamie & Connor
"Winterlyn captured the most moments of our life; we are forever grateful."
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That in-the-moment feeling will be captured in photographs
"If you’re looking to work with a kind soul, who will answer all your questions and requests with kindness and understanding, take beautiful pictures, and do it all with skill, speed, and proficiency, then we highly recommend Winterlyn!"
— O & L, The Rookery
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You deserve a photographer who sees the full picture, not just the timeline, but the emotion and meaning woven through every hour of your day. My promise is to document your story with care, artistry, and heart. When you open your gallery, you won’t just see how beautiful your wedding looked — you’ll feel how it felt to live it. That’s the legacy I want to create for you.
To ensure that your date is fully reserved, please set up a consultation with me. We will go over your preferred collection and any other notes. Last, but not least, allow me to express my sincere gratitude. I look forward to hopefully working together.