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XC!TE PHOTO & VIDEO
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"My husband Branden and I are so glad we chose XcitePhoto to capture our beautiful day. Everyone on..."
"We cannot say enough amazing things about Andrew and his team from Xcite Photo! From start to finish..."
Why couples loved this vendor
- Capturing memories
- Pristine quality
- Seasoned with weddings
- Photographer
About this vendor
Read about us below!
If you would like a shortcut to schedule a Zoom with Andrew Or Kristen Directly, copy and paste the Url address below! Espanol availably by request!
https://calendly.com/xcite2022/reserve-a-zoom-consultation-slot-with-xcite
XC!TE Photo is a professional wedding photography company based in Naperville, Illinois. Company owner and lead photographer Andrew Di Monda views life as a beautiful journey and he prides himself on expertly capturing its special moments. Andrew takes a fun, relaxed, yet focused approach to creating a storybook collection of images of your wonderful wedding celebration at an affordable price.
Services Offered
XC!TE Photo uses a blend of traditional and photojournalistic styles, with a hint of glamor, to capture the nuances of your perfect day. Andrew and his team use an unobtrusive approach to documenting your day, believing that the best images are captured when you’re immersed in your celebration. They offer an array of photography services to choose from to suit your needs, style, and budget. Their Pearl package includes an engagement session, two photographers, 12 hours of coverage, a USB of your photos, and a wedding album. Also included with this package is a professional photo booth with instant prints to give your guests their own special memento of your day. Additional services include:
- Additional hours
- Custom graphics
- Second photographer
- One-event-per-day policy
Other Services
In addition to wonderful wedding day photography, XC!TE Photo also offers wedding videography services. Their expertly-shot wedding films can be combined with your professional photography to create a beautiful wedding video that tells the unique story of your day. They also offer the option of a cinematic trailer of your special day which is perfect for social media sharing.
Experience
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2 years in business
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We speak English
Weddings with this vendor
Jess & Jon
46 photos
Stephanie & John
48 photos
FAQ
Which of the following are included in the starting price?
Add'l Hours
Boudoir Shoot
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
Multi. Locations
One Event / Day
Canvas
Proofs
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
Albums
Save the Date
What primary photographic style do you identify with?
Contemporary
Natural
Photojournalism
Traditional
What photography services do you offer?
Additional Hours
Boudoir Shoot
Destination / Travel
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
One Event / Day
Second Shooter
What photography items do you offer?
Albums
Canvas
Digital Files
Proofs
Thank You Cards
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Xcite Photo & Video is consistently praised for professional, calm, and communicative service that makes couples comfortable. Their photos and cinematic videos are described as breathtaking and delivered promptly, with helpful posing and thorough coverage. Reviewers highlight transparent, reasonable pricing and a hardworking, detail-oriented team that exceeds expectations.
Stephanie Sent on 04/26/2026
5 out of 5 rating
Blown Away!
My husband Branden and I are so glad we chose XcitePhoto to capture our beautiful day. Everyone on our team was professional, kind, and communicative. The photos and videography captured really encapsulated so much of our special day; looking through photos and the videos, it was like getting to live it all over again. Our friends and family have shared how impressed they were with how attentive and intentional XcitePhoto was with the moments they captured. Branden and I could not recommend them enough to be part of anyone’s special day. We are truly so grateful for the special memories we’ve been left with. We also were given an engagement session through our package and those photos turned out beautiful as well. 🩵
Jackie Sent on 03/07/2026
5 out of 5 rating
The best wedding photographer EVER
We cannot say enough amazing things about Andrew and his team from Xcite Photo! From start to finish they were absolutely incredible to work with and very professional. Their attention to detail, creativity, and ability to catch the little candid moments made our day feel even more special. They didn't miss a single important moment!
If you're looking for someone who will go above and beyond to capture your wedding day perfectly, we highly recommend Xcite photo! We will treasure these memories forever. Thank you for giving us such beautiful moments to relive for the rest of our lives!
If you're looking for someone who will go above and beyond to capture your wedding day perfectly, we highly recommend Xcite photo! We will treasure these memories forever. Thank you for giving us such beautiful moments to relive for the rest of our lives!
Matthew Sent on 03/01/2026
5 out of 5 rating
5 Star Service All Around!
It was an absolute pleasure to work with Andrew! We really appreciate the pricing being readily available, it was easy to determine that Xcite by far had the best value compared to other photographers. Andrew came out here to Chicago to take our engagement photos, he was even kind enough to give us a ride back to the closest CTA station afterwards! We worked with Kristen to come up with a timeline for the wedding. On the big day Andrew took photos with the bridesmaids and Chris with the groomsmen. They were easy to work with, guided us through all the shots, and found the perfect balance so we weren't too tired from taking so many photos. We cannot recommend Xcite highly enough! Matt & Anna
Kristin Sent on 02/15/2026
5 out of 5 rating
Look no further
The moment I saw XcitePhoto at a bridal expo I felt a weight lift off my shoulders. The most important thing Andrew did was hear out our expectations and the things that mattered most to us whereas other photographers we met detailed what they thought were best first. After our first zoom meeting I knew I would be able to give all my trust to Andrew after hearing about his background and his team. Andrew is incredibly efficient and I heavily relied on him because the entirety of the wedding day was so overwhelming I could barely think for myself and make decisions. I didn’t have to worry a thing about poses or spots to film/photograph. Add Dayana and Cris into the mix and you have the best trio. Cris just magically shows up when you need him, it’s like he had telepathy and just captured beautiful and such fun video moments I’ll cherish forever. Dayana is going to make sure you have THE photos. I’m grateful she pulled us into photos I never would have thought of otherwise and I would have really regretted missing out on if it wasn’t for her. She also was never shy about reminding me placement of my bouquet and body position. This was so important because these are things you never realize until you see it when it’s too late, she is your hype girl for real. At the end of the night I was urging Andrew to leave because I felt at this point we were taking advantage of him, this is just a testament to how DEDICATED this team is. I’m looking forward to the day I get to hire them again for another event!
Bridget Sent on 02/14/2026
5 out of 5 rating
6 out of 5 stars!
Our experience with xCite was excellent from beginning to end.
First and most important, our pictures and video have turned out gorgeous. Our wedding day team of Kristen, Chris, and Matt were skilled both at staging beautiful shots and at capturing candid moments - so much so that it was actually a challenge to narrow our favorites down to 'only' 200 for our album. Kristen's management is smooth and efficient, which allowed us to get the shots that were important to us while keeping everything on schedule. The "social media cutdown" video that they produced truly looks like something out of a movie and was great to share with some of the distant family who weren't able to join us.
In our planning phase, we were relieved to find xCite. We had intro conversations with a couple other photographers and found them expensive, obscure and impersonal. From our first meeting with Andrew, we appreciated that he seemed genuinely interested in capturing our personality and that his pricing was reasonable and transparent. xCite's packages are all in a straightforward grid, while we felt like others were hiding exclusions and add-ons. We ended up kind of upselling ourselves into adding videography which turned out to be a fantastic decision. As we look back on now on our video and pics, we'd give 6 stars if we could.
First and most important, our pictures and video have turned out gorgeous. Our wedding day team of Kristen, Chris, and Matt were skilled both at staging beautiful shots and at capturing candid moments - so much so that it was actually a challenge to narrow our favorites down to 'only' 200 for our album. Kristen's management is smooth and efficient, which allowed us to get the shots that were important to us while keeping everything on schedule. The "social media cutdown" video that they produced truly looks like something out of a movie and was great to share with some of the distant family who weren't able to join us.
In our planning phase, we were relieved to find xCite. We had intro conversations with a couple other photographers and found them expensive, obscure and impersonal. From our first meeting with Andrew, we appreciated that he seemed genuinely interested in capturing our personality and that his pricing was reasonable and transparent. xCite's packages are all in a straightforward grid, while we felt like others were hiding exclusions and add-ons. We ended up kind of upselling ourselves into adding videography which turned out to be a fantastic decision. As we look back on now on our video and pics, we'd give 6 stars if we could.
Yohance Sent on 02/03/2026
5 out of 5 rating
Amazing Team
Andrew and his team were absolutely incredible. We initially met him at a bridal expo, and loved his work. After a consult call with him, we were sold.
He did a phenomenal job with our engagement photos, and was open to our suggestions.
Come wedding day, him and his team were working so hard, making sure to capture every moment possible. They were so easy to work with the entire time, and would definitely recommend them to anyone looking for a great photographer for their special day.
He did a phenomenal job with our engagement photos, and was open to our suggestions.
Come wedding day, him and his team were working so hard, making sure to capture every moment possible. They were so easy to work with the entire time, and would definitely recommend them to anyone looking for a great photographer for their special day.
Kristin Sent on 01/24/2026
5 out of 5 rating
Amazing beyond words
As both a bride and a wedding planner who has worked with Andrew and his incredible team for over 15 years, I can say without hesitation that Xcite Photo & Video is the best in business. Our wedding on September 20th, 2025, at Oakbrook Manor (Oakbrook Bath & Tennis) was captured flawlessly, and the experience exceeded every expectation.
Our photographers Kristen and Chris were absolutely amazing—professional, calming, creative, and so much fun to work with. They made us feel completely at ease and captured every special moment beautifully and effortlessly. Mike, our videographer, was equally phenomenal. His attention to detail and ability to capture the emotion of the day was outstanding, and we cannot wait to relive our wedding through his work.
The services were so worth it. From start to finish, the team was organized, responsive, and genuinely invested in making sure everything was perfect. Coming from someone who has been behind the scenes of hundreds of weddings, that level of consistency and excellence is rare.
I highly, highly recommend Xcite Photo & Video—not just as a bride, but as a wedding planner who has trusted Andrew and his team for over a decade and a half. You will be in the best possible hands. 💕📸🎥
Kristin Zeimer
Nicole Sent on 01/11/2026
5 out of 5 rating
They Have The Whole Package: Photo, Video, Photobooth - Amazing!
We had our wedding in October, and the Xcitephoto & Films team was absolutely amazing! We had Kristen and Katy for our photographers and Matt as our videographer. They all did a phenomenal job. Not only did they make the photo/video taking go smoothly and stress-free, they also made the preparations before the wedding go flawlessly. For an introverted couple who do not like the spotlight, they made sure we didn't feel awkward and didn't feel as if we were constantly in front of a camera. They provided very good directions for posing, which was helpful for us, and we were able to enjoy the day without any worries.
The photos are beautiful and we received sneak peeks and the full gallery when they said we would. The same with our wedding video.
Part of our package, we had their photobooth too. It was very easy to use and we loved the album Xcitephoto provided for our guests to fill out as they took their photos. The props were cute and everyone loved it!
We could not have asked for a better team on our wedding day.
The photos are beautiful and we received sneak peeks and the full gallery when they said we would. The same with our wedding video.
Part of our package, we had their photobooth too. It was very easy to use and we loved the album Xcitephoto provided for our guests to fill out as they took their photos. The props were cute and everyone loved it!
We could not have asked for a better team on our wedding day.
Monish Sent on 12/20/2025
5 out of 5 rating
Singh Wedding
We had an awesome experience with Xcite Photography. Andrew and his team went above and beyond to make sure everything was perfect from start to finish. The photos and video turned out amazing and truly captured the love and joy on our special day. On top of that, Xcite was really reasonably priced, especially for the quality and service they delivered. Highly recommend!
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XC!TE PHOTO & VIDEO frequently asked questions
XC!TE PHOTO & VIDEO includes the following photography services in the starting price:
- Add'l Hours
- Boudoir Shoot
- Engagement Shoot
- High-Res Images
- Multi. Locations
- One Event / Day
- Canvas
- Proofs
XC!TE PHOTO & VIDEO includes the following photography services in their most popular wedding package:
- 2nd Shooter
- Add'l Hours
- Engagement Shoot
- High-Res Images
- Multi. Locations
- Albums
- Save the Date
XC!TE PHOTO & VIDEO offers the following photography styles:
- Contemporary
- Natural
- Photojournalism
- Traditional
XC!TE PHOTO & VIDEO offers the following photography services for weddings:
- Additional Hours
- Boudoir Shoot
- Destination / Travel
- Engagement Shoot
- High-Res Images
- One Event / Day
- Second Shooter
XC!TE PHOTO & VIDEO offers the following photography materials for weddings:
- Albums
- Canvas
- Digital Files
- Proofs
- Thank You Cards
XC!TE PHOTO & VIDEO 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.