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About

On WeddingWire since 2008

We are photographers, designers, and bookbinders working together to celebrate your story.

Founded and guided by award-winning photographic artist, Amanda Sudimack, the studio has evolved over the past 15 years. Creating beautiful, timeless art has always been our focus — art informs everything we do. We are inspired to create natural, artful images for our clients designed in handcrafted books & albums you can't find anywhere else. We create and produce our own proprietary lines of albums because every detail counts. The scope of our bookbinding and design services has expanded in recent years to include Family Archive and design projects for prominent families, organizations, and past wedding clients all over the country.

We believe in many things–our clients, great composition, art, rapport, journalism, the moment, our reputation, and your experience. We believe in great design, in-sourcing, collaboration, and fine materials. We covet handmade papers and bookbinding. Whatever capacity you choose to work with us, we deliver work we're proud to create.

Our team is honored to capture your moment and help you tell your story–with honesty, respect, and exceptional professionalism. We love what we do.

  • Woman-owned

Frequently asked questions

What is the starting price for your wedding photography services?

$1,900

Which of the following are included in the starting price?

Multi. Locations
One Event / Day
Albums
Digital Files
Proofs

What is the price of your most popular wedding package?

$2,900

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

2nd Shooter
Add'l Hours
High-Res Images
Multi. Locations
Albums
Digital Files
Flush Mount
Prints
Proofs

What primary photographic style do you identify with?

Natural
Photojournalism
Traditional

What photography services do you offer?

Additional Hours
Destination / Travel
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
One Event / Day
Second Shooter
Video
Wedding Portraits

What photography items do you offer?

Albums
Canvas
Digital Files
Flush Mount
Matted Prints
Negatives
Prints
Proofs
Save the Date
Thank You Cards
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Reviews of Artisan Events

4.9 out of 5 rating
4.9 out of 5 rating
86 Reviews
98% recommend it
  • Quality of service
    4.9 out of 5 rating
  • Average response time
    4.9 out of 5 rating
  • Professionalism
    5 out of 5 rating
  • Value
    4.7 out of 5 rating
  • Flexibility
    4.9 out of 5 rating
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Stephanie K. Sent on 03/18/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Do the videography!

We really enjoyed working with Artisan Events for our wedding. Everyone we worked with was amazing and the organization leading up to the event minimized stress. We were confident that everything would go smoothly, and it did! Photos are absolutely lovely. I was hesitant to invest in the videography package - videography is expensive and I really didn't know if it would be worth it. It definitely was! If you are debating, do it! They did an amazing job highlighting the day and piecing everything together. By the time everything is done, the whole day is a bit of a blur. The video will definitely help cherish memories forever!
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Chelsea P. Sent on 08/17/2021
5 out of 5 rating

So good we booked them 3 times!

Our photographer John was amazing to work with and clearly a professional when it comes to wedding photos! We also did engagement photos with him and it was a great experience. My (now) husband and I had never taken professional photos, and were slightly awkward. John put us at ease and coached us through the whole thing. The photos came out beautiful and we have never looked better! Thank you so much Artisan Events for these memories from our engagement and small covid wedding. We also booked them for our large reception this year and they were just as incredible as before. Cannot ask for more consistently beautiful photos! Loved them!
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Rosalee Sent on 09/04/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Great photos; lovely to work with


I found AE when we went to other wedding venues and came across their photos, and I thought they were so beautiful. What initially drew me to them is that they seemed to be comfortable shooting outdoors, and with our wedding being an outdoor wedding, I knew I needed someone who would be able to capture the space. And they did, beautifully. Ashley, our lead photographer, took our engagement photos and they turned out beautifully; so much so that my boss saw a photo at work and asked who the attractive couple was in that photo! (I let her know we have a really good photographer!) On the day of the wedding, Ashley took great control and worked really well with our videographer, for whom we used a different company. She captured these great “in between” moments, as did her second, who took photos of the groomsmen. Ashley also checked in with me when we were having an issue with a pushy relative to ensure whether or not I wanted her time spent in that way, which I really appreciated. We just received our photos and I can’t stop looking at them, they are so gorgeous. Their coordinator, Cindy, is great as well. Her and I went through their photo form, which ensured that I would get the photos that I wanted and none of the ones I didn’t. Cindy is also so great about returning correspondence, and setting up meetings which seems small, but when you’re staring down the barrel of a big wedding, a simple returned email can be so relieving. Highly recommend Artisan Events!
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Awards

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2019 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2018 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2017 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2016 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2011 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2010 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

7 Endorsements
Lake Forest Flowers Lake Forest Flowers Wedding Florists

Artisan Events captures your wedding day through a "story" of images. From details, to candids, to formal poses - they make sure that your day will be remembered. It is so great knowing you have reliable and professional vendors to work with and that's why we love Artisan.

Tic-Tac-Tag Tic-Tac-Tag Photo Booths

We have known Amanda S. for over a decade now and the quality of her photos and the talent of her team only get better and better. Artisan Events has a great group of photographers and editors that have a mission to make sure that your special day is captured and presented the best way possible. We definitely endorse Artisan Events for what they do—if you are in need of a photographer for your special day we definitely recommend Artisan Events.

Effortless Events Effortless Events Wedding Planners

Artisan Events is one of our favorite photography companies in the Chicago-land area. They have photographers at multiple levels, allowing you to choose which price level/package works best for the client. They are fast at responding, creative with picture styles, and their overall pictures always come out. We would recommend them to anyone!

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Artisan Events frequently asked questions

Artisan Events includes the following photography services in the starting price:
  • Multi. Locations
  • One Event / Day
  • Albums
  • Digital Files
  • Proofs
Artisan Events includes the following photography services in their most popular wedding package:
  • 2nd Shooter
  • Add'l Hours
  • High-Res Images
  • Multi. Locations
  • Albums
  • Digital Files
  • Flush Mount
  • Prints
  • Proofs
Artisan Events offers the following photography styles:
  • Natural
  • Photojournalism
  • Traditional
Artisan Events offers the following photography services for weddings:
  • Additional Hours
  • Destination / Travel
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • One Event / Day
  • Second Shooter
  • Video
  • Wedding Portraits
Artisan Events offers the following photography materials for weddings:
  • Albums
  • Canvas
  • Digital Files
  • Flush Mount
  • Matted Prints
  • Negatives
  • Prints
  • Proofs
  • Save the Date
  • Thank You Cards
Artisan Events is recommended by 98% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 5 in professionalism, 4.9 in quality of service, 4.9 in average response time, 4.9 in flexibility and 4.7 in value.

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