When I got engaged, the first thing I did was ask my mom who our photographer should be. She's a photographer herself and she is particular with an incredibly high bar. She gave me exactly one name: Kenny Kim. Now that our wedding is behind us, I understand why.


Before the wedding I sent Kenny a PDF of our VIPs and didn't think much of it. He showed up to our rehearsal dinner already knowing every single person's name and face, and even noticed who hadn't made it yet. After chatting with our guests for just a few minutes on Friday, he was recalling little details about them on Saturday. That kind of care goes a long way. It makes people feel important, and it shows in the photos, because he understood the relationships between the people who matter most to us.


He also found out my husband Andrew is a huge Illinois basketball fan. Kenny is an alum himself, and he arranged a surprise shoutout from a former Illini player for Andrew on our wedding day.


And then there's the talent. Kenny's eye for the right shot is superb. He makes you so comfortable in front of the camera that you forget it's there, and that's exactly why he was able to capture who we really are as husband and wife on the best day of our lives. He's always thinking one step ahead, making sure the lighting is perfect and nothing gets missed.


We're two weeks out and our guests, wedding party, and family are still bringing him up. My sister in law said she'd move her wedding date just to have Kenny capture her day. If you're on the fence, don't be. He's the GOAT.

Kenny Kim was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding. He is incredibly kind, easy to be around, and genuinely takes the time to get to know everyone. He learned our guests’ names, remembered who was related to who, and made people feel comfortable in front of the camera without ever forcing anything.

The photos are beautiful. He captured a perfect mix of clean, timeless portraits and candid moments that actually feel like us. We received hundreds of highlight images within 48 hours, and the full gallery of over 2,000 photos just 12 days later, which was amazing.

We’re so grateful for the way Kenny documented our day, and we’ll treasure these photos for a long time. I’d recommend him to anyone looking for a photographer who is talented, professional, and genuinely good to work with. And his prices are extremely reasonable for his experience and caliber/level of skill.

Kenny Kim was the photographer for our daughter’s wedding this summer. He is diligent, responsive, thorough and professional on every level. He takes the time to get the know the couple and beyond that- the wedding party and their family members. This type of preparedness allowed Kenny to understand dynamics within friend groups and with the families.
Kenny is kind and considerate during meetings and while shooting. He refers to everyone by their name and is as patient as the day is long- a quality needed when dealing with so many personalities.
The photos from the wedding are phenomenal. Kenny is an artist- besides framing a shot, he curates a story and that is what makes him different than other photographers.
The outcome (the story he tells through pictures) is far beyond what we had expected. He captures feelings, emotions and relationships on a level we had not anticipated.
The value for the money is superb. There is not a price you can put on the kind of relationship you will end up with when you hire Kenny. Be prepared to be wow’d, thrilled with the story presented and happy that you made a fantastic friend.

Long term client here! In 2015, we had the pleasure of having Kenny Kim capture our wedding. From the moment we met, we were struck by his professionalism, warmth, and incredible talent. Since then, we have entrusted Kenny with our family photos - with each session being such a delightful experience. Year after year, we are amazed how Kenny is able to get capture something beautiful out of what feels like a mess (dealing with a dog and toddler) from us. The shoot always goes smoothly because Kenny comes prepared with a plan and does his homework behind the scenes. The results are consistently stunning. We are beyond grateful for Kenny’s dedication to his craft and the beautiful memories he’s created for us over the years. If you need someone who is at the top of his field, full of passion and enthusiasm- but also a really wonderful human being, Kenny is your guy!

Kenny Kim was an absolute joy to work with! My husband does not particularly enjoy the process of taking photos and Kenny made it so fun, even for him for our anniversary shoot! The results were stunning and Kenny was very flexible about the more specific editing requests that I had. I was so sad about how my wedding pictures turned out from a friend of ours who took photos and Kenny had truly taken that away because I have his lovely photos to frame for our 5-year anniversary.

I recently had the privilege of working with Kenny Kim as my wedding photographer, and let me tell you, he’s not just a photographer—he’s a magician. From the moment I met Kenny & saw his work, I knew my wedding photos were bound to be extraordinary.

Here’s why Kenny Kim deserves a standing ovation (and maybe even a parade):

1. Photo Quality: When I received my gallery of over 2,000 stunning images, I was floored. Unlike some “modern” photographers who rely on gimmicks, Kenny’s images are pristine, unfiltered, and devoid of artifice. They don’t need Clarendon or Valencia—their true beauty shines through.

2. Time Warp Delivery: Kenny handed over the entire treasure trove of memories just over 3 weeks after the wedding. I blinked, checked my calendar, and pinched myself. How did he defy the laws of time and space? I suspect he has a TARDIS hidden in his camera bag. But wait, there’s more! Brace yourselves for the pièce de résistance: Kenny delivered over 500 photos just TWO DAYS after our wedding as our "sneak peak" - WHAT!?!? We were able to look back on our wedding day on the way to our HONEYMOON! That experience was invaluable & it's SO incredibly unique to have had the opportunity to reminisce so soon after our special day.

3. Professionalism on Point: From our engagement shoot, to our rehearsal, to our wedding day, Kenny’s demeanor was a blend of grace and confidence. He glided through our wedding, capturing candid moments without disrupting the flow. His ninja-like stealth made everyone feel at ease, and the result? Photographs that radiate authenticity. He also somehow memorized nearly all 200 of my guests’ names!??! And not just the wedding party & immediate family members—he managed to remember nearly EVERY. SINGLE. GUEST and how they were connected to our families. Even my Irish relatives with unusual and traditional Irish names were greeted with familiarity and warmth.

4. Coordination Skills: Kenny Kim wasn’t just a photographer; he was an additional wedding coordinator in disguise. During the planning process, he orchestrated timelines, smoothed out wrinkles, and juggled more tasks than a circus performer. He also replied to the ridiculous amount of emails I sent him within minutes, almost every single time. And on the big day, he was everywhere, making sure our wedding vision happened without a hitch. I would call him the unsung hero of my wedding, but EVERYONE was singing his praises on our special day.

In summary, if you are lucky enough to book Kenny Kim, consider yourself blessed. Kenny, thank you for making sure we will always look back at our wedding photos with admiration and awe. You’re not just a photographer; you’re a friend, a genius, and a legend.

From the very first email to the final album review, Kenny was professional, flexible and very timely! He really gets to know his clients and works to fulfill their vision. He was able to capture wonderful moments from our wedding. Kenny has now become a friend that I plan to use in the future for more family functions and pictures.

I have known and worked with Kenny for almost 10 years for a total of 2 weeks of events; between a destination wedding and a New York wedding. It goes without saying he is one of the best wedding photographers in the nation and it’s no wonder his clientele spans across the globe. When shooting portraits for family, He makes everyone feel comfortable and captures the most epic shots! His eye for detail and design background puts gives him an edge that stands out among other photographers. I can truly say he did not take one bad photograph at my wedding of 150 guests in April 2022 in NY. That is tough to do! We enjoyed our photos so much we will be working with him again this Fall for our newborn/family portraits. He will be our first pick when we choose anniversary photos or special occasions ie Hawaii, should he be available! Most looking forward to traveling next year and to be lucky enough to take part in one of his experiential photo tours that take place in Italy. Kennykim.com

Having Kenny Kim as our photographer was a dream come true. He has such an unparalleled talent, and he was able to capture some of the happiest moments of my life. This was hands down the best investment of the wedding. He absolutely put his heart and soul into his craft.
I’ve never been to a wedding before where all the guests CONTINUE to talk about the photographer, months after it’s over. The fact he made an effort to learn names and stories and connections made the experience so much more personal and memorable, and those efforts showed up in his final product. I look forward to having him be a part of future family milestones, as he feels like part of the family now!

The title says it all - Kenny is the best of the best. From the first time we reached out to have our engagement pictures done, to our wedding day, we had nothing but an amazing experience with Kenny as our photographer. Not only is he extremely talented in his work - he is responsive, kind and genuine. We felt as though he really cared about us as a couple as well as our family and friends and it comes through in his pictures. The amount of compliments we received from our guests about how incredible our photographer was were constant throughout the weekend. He seemed to know everyone and treat them all like they were old friends which meant so much to us. We couldn't be happier.