THE EXPERIENCE
Wedding & Elopement Photography
in Chicago & Lake Geneva
Chicago & Lake Geneva Elopement Photographer
INQUIRE
- ~100 edited images per hour of coverage
- Preview gallery within one week
- Online gallery within 8-10 weeks
- Travel built into your proposal
- Pre-wedding consultation call
- Timeline + shot-list planning
- Minimum 8 hours of coverage
- Second photographer included
- Digital + film imagery
Includes:
Whether you're planning a single wedding day or a full multi-day weekend, I preserve the portraits, traditions, and moments of the celebration so you can stay present with your people, from the first look to the last song.
STARTING AT $10,000
Chicago & Lake Geneva Wedding Photograper
O’ahu Elopement Photography
- Pre-wedding consultation call
- Minimum 2 hours of coverage
- 150+ edited high-resolution images
- Online gallery delivery
- Officiant services available
- Travel included
Includes:
For couples planning something more intimate. My destination elopement photography experience leaves room for privacy, presence, and a ceremony that feels entirely your own.
STARTING AT $6,000
From Chicago to a full wedding weekend in Lake Geneva, I photograph the portraits, atmosphere, details, and people that made the celebration yours. A gallery with beauty, depth, and lasting meaning.
The images you frame, the ones your family holds onto, and the moments that mean more with time.
Garden landscapes and changing seasonal scenery create a softer backdrop just outside the city, with plenty of variety for portraits and outdoor celebrations.
Chicago Botanic Garden
Clean architecture, river views, and contemporary interiors make The Langham especially strong for couples who want their wedding photography to feel polished and modern.
The Langham, Chicago
A sophisticated downtown setting with elegant interiors and city surroundings that lend themselves to refined portraits and an elevated celebration.
The Peninsula Chicago
A natural fit for a Lake Geneva wedding weekend, with expansive grounds and a resort setting that gives guests room to settle in and stay awhile.
Grand Geneva Resort & Spa
Historic architecture, formal gardens, and an estate setting give Armour House a sense of place that photographs beautifully throughout the day.
Armour House at Lake Forest Academy
A refined city setting for couples drawn to polished interiors, skyline views, and wedding photographs that feel distinctly Chicago.
The Ritz-Carlton, Chicago
Chicago brings architectural scale, historic interiors, skyline views, and the unmistakable energy of the city. Lake Geneva offers a change of pace, with resort weekends, waterfront settings, open landscapes, and room for the celebration to stretch beyond one evening.
I photograph weddings across the midwest with the same attention to the setting, the people, and the way the experience comes together.
A few wedding venues worth considering →
From Chicago weddings to weekends on Lake Geneva
NOT MORE FOR THE SAKE OF MORE. FOR MORE WAYS TO REMEMBER.
HI, I’M LESLIE!
I was born in Colombia, raised in New York, and grew up surrounded by family, culture, and tradition. Now, as a wife and mom of three, I’m especially drawn to the relationships, personalities, and small exchanges that make a wedding feel personal.
That perspective shapes the way I photograph the day: with thoughtful direction when it’s needed and enough space for real moments to unfold.
Your gallery will hold elegant portraits, candid photographs full of movement and personality, and images that still carry the warmth, closeness, and energy of the people you love.
Wedding photography that lets you feel confident, cared for, and fully present.
- Chelesa + Shane
"Looking back at our pictures not only made my husband and I cry, but also made our parents cry. She even speaks Spanish, which was very helpful for us"
What couples are saying…
THE REVIEWS ARE IN
FAQs About Chicago + Lake Geneva Wedding Photography
a few things to know
01/ Do you photograph weddings in both Chicago and Lake Geneva?
Yes. I photograph celebrations throughout Chicago and Lake Geneva as well as destination weddings across Illinois, Wisconsin, and the Midwest.
02 / Are you a Chicago wedding photographer?
I work as a destination wedding photographer and regularly travel for the celebrations I photograph. If you’re looking for a wedding photographer in Chicago, travel is included in the price and logistics are handled as part of the experience so the process stays simple from the beginning.
03 /Do you photograph weddings in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin?
Absolutely. Lake Geneva is especially well suited to couples planning a destination-style wedding weekend with friends and family coming in from different places. As a Lake Geneva Wisconsin wedding photographer, I can document the wedding itself or build coverage around a fuller weekend experience.
04 / Is a second photographer included?
A second photographer is included with destination wedding coverage. It allows us to photograph more of what’s happening at once, from both partners getting ready to guest reactions, cocktail hour, and the moments unfolding elsewhere in the room. For elopements, a second photographer usually isn’t necessary but can be added if your plans call for one. For celebrations of 150+ people, a third photographer is suggested.
05 / Can you photograph our full wedding weekend?
Yes! Welcome dinners, rehearsal celebrations, cultural traditions, wedding-day coverage, and post-wedding brunches can all become part of your photography experience. If everyone is already making the trip, we can build coverage around more than just the ceremony and reception.
06 /What is your photography style?
My work brings together candid observation, thoughtful portraiture, and an editorial eye. I’m drawn to natural emotion, beautiful composition, meaningful details, and photographs that still feel connected to the experience you had.
07 / Do you offer film photography for Chicago and Lake Geneva weddings?
Yes. Digital and film photography are included in my wedding collections. Super 8 silent video and drone photography are also available for couples who want to add another layer to the way the celebration is documented.
08 / When should we book our Chicago or Lake Geneva wedding photographer?
Once your date and venue are confirmed, it’s worth reaching out. Dates for larger celebrations and destination wedding weekends are often reserved well in advance, and booking earlier gives us more time to thoughtfully plan the photography around your experience.
Tell me your date, venue and vision for your wedding. We’ll go from there!