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McConville Studio, an intimate wedding photographer, serves couples in the Chicago, Illinois area. This photography company is run by husband-and-wife team Phil and Andrea out of Peru, Illinois. They take unobtrusive and natural photos of the couple throughout their special day, focusing on details such as eyes, shoes and smiles. This couple isn’t afraid to get down and dirty, and they love couples who are willing to take risks on their big day.

Experience
Married in 2007, Phil and Andrea McConville turned their photography passion into their profession. Phil graduated from the Southern Illinois University photo program, and Andrea graduated from the Northern Illinois University music program. The duo is outgoing and creative. They love meeting new people and especially working on outdoorsy and artistic weddings.

Services Offered
With a photojournalistic style of taking photographs, the duo at McConville Studio document a couple’s big day. They offer the following services:

  • Engagement shoot
  • High-resolution images
  • Liability insurance
  • Multiple locations
  • Second shooter


Other Services
Couples can receive their final, romantic wedding photos in the following formats:

  • Albums
  • Canvas
  • Digital files
  • Flush mount
  • Proofs
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Frequently asked questions

Which of the following are included in the starting price?

2nd Shooter
High-Res Images
Multi. Locations
One Event / Day
Digital Files

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
One Event / Day
Albums
Digital Files

What primary photographic style do you identify with?

Contemporary
Natural
Photojournalism

What photography services do you offer?

Destination / Travel
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
Proofs
Thank You Cards

Reviews of McConville Studio

Tara
Tara Sent on 11/25/2024
5 out of 5 rating

So Much Care and Craftsmanship!

Andrea and Phil are such a joy to work with. They are a husband and wife team who bring so much warmth and personal attention to the work. We have the privilege of doing a wintery engagement shoot in Starved Rock and then they joined us in downtown Peoria for our wedding ceremony. I was a bride with some particular photos I wanted and they accommodated my requests while also confidently guiding us with their expertise. Can’t thank them enough for the level of professionalism through the entire experience. Unforgettable! God bless this team!!
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Lindsay Sent on 07/21/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Best. Decision. Ever!!

After being in and attending several weddings, I can truly say that Phil and Andrea stand out among the rest. We were so incredibly fortunate to have found them both and it was the best decision we could have made.

Phil has an amazing vision for photography and photos and his work is breathtaking. I’ve never been so happy with pictures before and I still can’t get over our engagement photos. I can’t even imagine what our wedding pictures will be like. He didn’t miss a second and used every opportunity to get the shots that we wanted done.

Andrea ran the show. She kept us on time and made the entire day run smoothly. She bustled my dress, gave me a bandaid, and took out my veil. She knew us as a couple, organized our shot list and made the most of our time together. She even ran around with sparklers several times to get a picture I really wanted and offered to help me pee.

They are one of a kind and worth every penny. You won’t make a better decision than McConville Studio!
Lauren
Lauren Sent on 06/16/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Absolute best photographers- HIRE THEM

Andrea and Phil are a phenomenal duo to work with. We began working with them several months ago to plan our 50 person wedding, however plans changed due to COVID-19. They were extremely understanding and flexible. Once we were ready to plan our super intimate elopement (of just us), they helped us brainstorm and plan for our special day. We eloped at Starved Rock and hiked into St Louis Canyon to have our ceremony. Phil and Andrea were a blast to work with, they listened to what was important to us to have pictures of, and also made everything so seamless. We both were not that excited to take photos for a long period of time, but the McConvilles made the process fun and quick. They have a great eye for finding the right light and setting.
On top of their amazing personalities and photography skills, they have an awesome studio for rent which is an ideal place to get ready. My husband got ready in Phil’s office and I had the main area to myself to have my hair and makeup done and enjoy some drinks and snacks while getting ready. Overall it was truly a magical and whimsical day that we will never forget. They truly went above and beyond for us, and we will never ever forget all that they did.
Also Kasha from Camp Bride worked phenomenally with them. These 3 truly knocked it out of the park for us. They all felt like old friends, I would recommend them to anyone and everyone seeking photographers for ANY occasion.
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Laura Sent on 06/20/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Great Pictures Great People

I loved every minute of working with Andrea and Phil! They are a great team and are incredibly professional. They helped the day go smoothly and I am in love with the pictures from our wedding day! So thankful we were able to work with such great people and would definitely recommend them!
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Katy Sent on 12/10/2018
5 out of 5 rating

wonderful people, great photos

Andrea and Phil photographed our August wedding in Lake Geneva. Andrea was instrumental in building a detailed timeline of the day that made sure everything ran smoothly. You spend more time with your photographers than anyone else on the big day. Andrea and Phil are such kind, friendly people that it was a joy to have them with us all day. I am grateful for how they both put us at ease. Not to mention, the photos are great!
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Megan Sent on 10/09/2017
5 out of 5 rating
I'm so thankful my husband and I chose McConville Studios for our wedding. We have the perfect mix of traditional, unique, and candid photos of our special day. They were professional, creative, and gave us hundreds of beautiful photos we'll cherish forever.
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Cierra Sent on 10/08/2017
5 out of 5 rating
I had the pleasure of working with Phil and Andrea McConville for both my engagement session and my wedding. My husband and I couldn’t have made a better decision. Phil and Andrea were very fun to work with. My husband hates taking pictures but he enjoyed every second of picture taking with these two. They make the whole experience fun and never stressful. They reply quickly to any questions you may have and they really know how to make your day special. Their pictures come out so beautifully and they have a true talent of catching beautiful candid moments. Also, there is something extra cute about having your big day photographed by a husband and wife team. You can feel their love and positive energy as soon as you enter the same room as these two. I will always recommend this husband and wife duo!
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Amanda Sent on 11/07/2016
5 out of 5 rating
Kris and I are so happy that we chose McConville for our wedding day!!! We had such a great experience with Phil and Andrea and they helped keep us feel relaxed during a hectic day!

I love that Andrea took time to put together an itinerary to help all the photos run smoothly and to make sure all of our special moments were captured! Thank you both again so much! We can't wait to see the final results :)
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User2670351 Sent on 07/01/2016
5 out of 5 rating
Phil & Andrea are amazing at what they do. Our engagement pictures turned out amazing out at Starved Rock. We just received our wedding photos back and I can't stop looking at our photos, they are so good! Andrea helped bussel my dress and well as help with many other things that day. They are an amazing duo to have on your wedding day and they go with the flow on your wedding day. My crazy family has given me compliments on how much they loved our photographers. I wouldn't have chosen anyone else!
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Ashley Sent on 07/08/2015
5 out of 5 rating
Phil came to take pictures at my wedding alongside my photographer Camron Windy. Both were wonderful, understanding, patient, and had great ideas. I can't thank them enough for taking beautiful pictures on my wedding day with such a BIG family!
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Professional Network & Endorsements

1 Endorsement
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McConville Studio offers so much to their clients: An amazing team of photographers who are truly talented and just great to be around, incredible editing skills (something not every photographer has), and a PHENOMENAL final product. We have had the opportunity to work with photographers from all over the US and they are at the top of our recommendation list. Also, as a wedding cinematographer, having a photographer who knows how to work well with a filmmaker not only makes our job easier and more fun, but makes the couple's wedding film that much better. Their constant attention to not only getting the fantastic photos their couples want, but also understanding that it isn't ONLY about the photos proves how much McConville Studio truly cares about their clients. Talent and Heart, What more could you want?!

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McConville Studio frequently asked questions

McConville Studio includes the following photography services in the starting price:
  • 2nd Shooter
  • High-Res Images
  • Multi. Locations
  • One Event / Day
  • Digital Files
McConville Studio includes the following photography services in their most popular wedding package:
  • 2nd Shooter
  • Add'l Hours
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • Multi. Locations
  • One Event / Day
  • Albums
  • Digital Files
McConville Studio offers the following photography styles:
  • Contemporary
  • Natural
  • Photojournalism
McConville Studio offers the following photography services for weddings:
  • Destination / Travel
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • One Event / Day
  • Second Shooter
McConville Studio offers the following photography materials for weddings:
  • Albums
  • Canvas
  • Digital Files
  • Flush Mount
  • Matted Prints
  • Prints
  • Proofs
  • Thank You Cards
McConville Studio 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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