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BJ & Jen Aguado Photography is a wedding photography company located in Grayslake, Illinois, that serves the Chicago region, as well as Wisconsin. BJ and Jen would be delighted to work with couples and provide them with beautiful images of such a special day. They promise to work closely with you to ensure that everything meets and exceeds your expectations.

Services Offered
BJ & Jen Aguado Photography will use contemporary, photojournalism, and traditional photographic styles to capture your precious love story and your friends and family’s joy. BJ and Jen offer many services to ensure you are pleased, including additional hours, high-resolution images, liability insurance, a second shooter, and slideshows. They only work one event per day and will go to multiple locations, and will also photograph your engagement shoots. Couples may receive the following photography items from BJ & Jen Aguado Photography:

  • Albums
  • Canvas
  • Digital files
  • Flush mount
  • Matted prints
  • Prints
  • Save the Date
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Frequently asked questions

Which of the following are included in the starting price?

2nd Shooter
High-Res Images

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

2nd Shooter
Add'l Hours
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
Multi. Locations
Slideshow
Albums
Digital Files
Flush Mount

What primary photographic style do you identify with?

Contemporary
Photojournalism
Traditional

What photography services do you offer?

Additional Hours
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
One Event / Day
Second Shooter

What photography items do you offer?

Albums
Canvas
Digital Files
Flush Mount
Matted Prints
Prints
Save the Date

Reviews of BJ & Jen Aguado Photography

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Jim E. Sent on 01/23/2020
5 out of 5 rating

An amazing experience.

BJ and Jen were amazing to work with for our engagement and wedding photos. BJ really has an artistic eye and is always looking for texture and lighting that will make for a perfect shot. They knew exactly the right things to say to keep us smiling and knew how to pose us to make the pictures look natural and beautiful. BJ made the pictures with family and friends painless and fun! They were also integral in our planning process by helping us with the timeline and making sure things went according to plan the day of. Vince ran the photobooth and did a great job keeping the line moving and even put together a book of all the photobooth pictures for us to take home. I can't recommend BJ, Jen, and Vince enough, they are really great at what they do!
Jamie
Jamie Sent on 01/08/2018
5 out of 5 rating
BJ was awesome!!!! We decided at the last minute to do a photo booth and was referred to BJ from our photographer. He definitely delivered - our guests had such a good time, the process was SOOO easy and we got a flash drive with all of the photos so now I can relive those moments any time - even make a great book of them all. If you need a photo booth - Pick BJ because you will have a great setup, your guests will be able to go through so easy, and you will get overall amazing service.
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User2434962 Sent on 11/19/2015
5 out of 5 rating
Bj is the best - my little girl doesnt like anyone. Most of the time not even her family can get a smile out of her but BJ did!

Fantastic pictures too!
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Ellen Sent on 11/19/2015
5 out of 5 rating
This review is long overdue (sorry guys!!) - I've worked with BJ & Jen on 3 separate occasions and they are my favorite photographers. They set themselves apart by taking pride in building a personal connection to focus on their clients' needs and creating a fun, personalized experience.

They go above & beyond and I recommend them to everyone I know for wedding and family photography!

BJ is one of my childhood friends and I can attest to his passion for family as well as his craft and his professionalism as a business owner. I've known Jen since high school and she is the glue that holds everything together: from all of the back office administration and organization and now as a photographer.

Nov 2014 - We needed new family portraits, so I called BJ. He captured our personalities perfectly. My dad never smiles. He's not mean..he just has RSDF - Resting Stern Dad Face. BJ got him to smile AND take a photo of a slightly-akward-but-really-funny-not-forced-hug with my bro-in-law. The photos and flash drive came in the coolest packaging with a personalized note.

June 2015 - I booked BJ for my Godson, Logan’s 1st bday portraits. As a family man, BJ really shines when it comes to family and wedding photography. BJ took time to play with Logan and that really came thru in the images. Logan was relaxed, playful and engaging with the camera. We displayed the photos at Logan's bday party and everyone loved the creativity in the images.

Aug 2015 - I referred BJ & Jen for my cousin's wedding. As a wedding coordinator, I got to work at this wedding with BJ & Jen. They were both extremely organized and had their own timelines and lists (a planner's dream!). They exude a fun energy and got to know the wedding party and made everyone feel at ease which reflects in the photos. BJ & Jen have a great eye for THAT MOMENT. They captured a moment during the mother/son dance which still brings me to (happy) tears.

THANK YOU BJ & JEN - TIL NEXT TIME! :)


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Tracey Sent on 11/19/2015
5 out of 5 rating
I have never worked with a more talented, professional and patient photographer. BJ shot our entire family at a remote location, which included small children. If you've ever had to coax young children to participate in a photo shoot you know it can be painful. They don't want to cooperate, become distracted, etc. Yet BJ immediately connected with everyone in our party, young and old alike. He made everyone feel comfortable, as if they were a part of an individual photo shoot and took the time to understand each person and their preferences.

When all was said and done we had spent just over an hour with BJ, yet he made the process so enjoyable it seemed to take far less time. The patience and care he demonstrated created an incredibly relaxed audience, which in combination with BJ's amazing eye resulted in photos that captured more than just a face, but the beauty and essence of each individual. He did not deliver a few good photos but rather so many that is was very difficult for us to choose. We have used other photographers in the past and BJ will be the only one we use going forward. I could not recommend him more highly.
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Sushma Sent on 11/19/2015
5 out of 5 rating
BJ and Jen are awesome photographers. They really made us feel comfortable with the whole process and made sure that our small, personal wedding was captured beautifully. We have gotten so many compliments on our pictures and every time I look through them, it reminds me of the happiness of that beautiful day which is reflected in each shot. One of the best investments of our wedding!
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User2398466 Sent on 10/29/2015
5 out of 5 rating
Great photographer! Made us feel very comfortable, was able to answer an questions you may have, and the pictures turned out amazing!!!
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Douglas Sent on 10/27/2015
5 out of 5 rating
BJ and Jen made everything so easy and seamless. My wife and I did not have to worry about a thing during the whole time and they were extremely flexible with anything my wife wanted. I truly appreciate that, she was very happy that day and that is ALL i wanted for her.
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Jose Sent on 10/24/2015
5 out of 5 rating
My wife kathryn and I had a great experience with Bj and Jen! they did the photography at our wedding, the pictures were awesome and they put alot effort into the whole process from the engagement pictures to the wedding day, they were always on time and very professional, also enjoyed the wedding gifts they gave us and the presentation of the photos.
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Stephanie Sent on 10/22/2015
5 out of 5 rating
Bj and Jen captured every detail of my wedding. They went above and beyond in all areas and my pictures turned out so so amazing!! Would highly recommend them to anyone who is getting married!
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Awards

15
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2016 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

1 Endorsement
Chicago Wedding DJ - Fourth Estate Audio Chicago Wedding DJ - Fourth Estate Audio Wedding DJs

I had the pleasure of working with BJ at a May wedding at the Hotel Baker in St. Charles, and he was a total professional. The couple chose us at Fourth Estate Audio for their DJ entertainment; and it's important for vendors at an event to know that we can count on our fellow vendors to work as a team and keep each other apprised of unexpected changes. In this case, we had to move an outdoor ceremony indoors because of rain. Also, the Hotel Baker has a unique lighted dance floor that can be quite challenging when it comes to shooting clear, glare-free pictures. BJ's photos were flawless. In fact the bride gave him a glowing review (look for "Amy" on the "reviews" page). BJ and Jen - highly recommended.

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BJ & Jen Aguado Photography frequently asked questions

BJ & Jen Aguado Photography includes the following photography services in the starting price:
  • 2nd Shooter
  • High-Res Images
BJ & Jen Aguado Photography includes the following photography services in their most popular wedding package:
  • 2nd Shooter
  • Add'l Hours
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • Multi. Locations
  • Slideshow
  • Albums
  • Digital Files
  • Flush Mount
BJ & Jen Aguado Photography offers the following photography styles:
  • Contemporary
  • Photojournalism
  • Traditional
BJ & Jen Aguado Photography offers the following photography services for weddings:
  • Additional Hours
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • One Event / Day
  • Second Shooter
BJ & Jen Aguado Photography offers the following photography materials for weddings:
  • Albums
  • Canvas
  • Digital Files
  • Flush Mount
  • Matted Prints
  • Prints
  • Save the Date
BJ & Jen Aguado Photography is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.
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