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Y&K Photography is a wedding and special events photography company based out of Lake Forest, Illinois. They have a unique style which is a mix of photojournalistic, lifestyle and classic pictures.

A message from Y&K Photography: "We love real laughter, genuine love and everything weddings. We believe in memories and real moments and all the tiny unforgettable things that happen in between. We like to get to know our couples, see their real personality and showcase their love. We know what love feels like, we know all about wedding planning and stress. We are here to make this experience the best it can be."

Experience
This photography company is owned by the husband and wife team Yanko and Kalina Ivanov. Yanko’s career started in 2002 by joining a small, family-owned company. In 2009, he branched out on his own and Kalina eventually joined him. Together they've won WeddingWire’s Couples’ Choice Award for 2017 and 2018.

Services Offered
Y&K Photography offers multiple wedding packages that are all customizable. Each package includes a complimentary engagement session, edited high-resolution images and an online gallery for you and your friends and family to view. Their services include:

  • One event per day
  • Digital files
  • Second shooter
  • Additional hours
  • Multiple locations
  • Albums
  • Prints


Other Services
In addition to shooting your wedding, this photography team will also shoot the following:

  • Wedding portraits
  • Trash-the-dress shoot
  • Boudoir shoot
  • Post wedding session
  • Photo booth
  • DJ equipment rental


Areas Covered
Y&K Photography is located in Lake Forest, Illinois, but they travel all over the Midwest as well as worldwide. Local areas include:

  • Chicago
  • Lake Geneva
  • Kenosha
  • Madison
  • Milwaukee
  • Northern Indiana
  • Woman-owned
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Frequently asked questions

What is the starting price for your wedding photography services?

$908

Which of the following are included in the starting price?

High-Res Images
Digital Files

What is the price of your most popular wedding package?

$1,796

Which of the following are included in the price of your most popular wedding package?

2nd Shooter
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
One Event / Day
Slideshow
Digital Files

What primary photographic style do you identify with?

Contemporary
Natural
Photojournalism
Traditional
Vintage

What photography services do you offer?

Additional Hours
Boudoir Shoot
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
Second Shooter
Wedding Portraits

What photography items do you offer?

Albums
Canvas
Digital Files
Matted Prints
Prints
Save the Date
Thank You Cards
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Reviews of Y&K Photography

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Teodora H. Sent on 07/02/2021
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More than beautiful pictures...they capture everlasting memories

Yanko and Kalina are amazing to work with and capture the most breath taking photos I have ever seen. I can't imagine having anyone else capture our two wedding days. Thank you for the beautiful memories and for being wonderful to work with. They are like family and their photographs make you feel a whirlwind of emotions. Y&K photography will capture the love between you and your partner and leave you with everlasting memories.
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Megann Sent on 09/29/2020
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Best experience ever!!

Yankov and Kalina are the absolute best!!! I had them do my engagement and wedding photos. They turned out so beautiful, they took the time to go over every detail to really give us what we wanted. We received our photos back extremely quick. They both made us feel very comfortable in front of the camera and we had a blast during our engagement shoot. They are very professional, responsive, and patient individuals. Thank you again, would recommend to anyone!!!
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Alison F. Sent on 09/22/2020
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Awesome, flexible & accommodating!

Yanko & Kalina were great to work with! Our engagement and wedding photos turned out perfectly and they were turned around SO quickly. Not even a week after each event, we had the photos back. Even with everything going on right now, they were flexible and super easy to work with! We look forward to future photos with Yanko & Kalina!
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2019 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2018 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2017 Winner

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