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Sam Schultz Photography is a wedding and couples photographer based in Chicago, Illinois. Sam Schultz uses a candid, photojournalist style that focuses on documenting moments as they happen naturally. He specializes in helping his clients feel totally comfortable in front of the camera and removing the pressure of having photos taken. Rather than using traditional poses during photo sessions, he gives fun prompts that make the sessions feel carefree, allowing his clients to truly showcase how they naturally interact with their loved ones. He not only takes photos - he makes sure all of his clients have a great time doing so to make sure the final product is a genuine reflection of their love story.

Sam Schultz Photography's years of experience in the wedding photography industry make sure that his is equipped to expertly tell any love story authentically, particularly those with nontraditional touches. Fundraising as always been a part of Sam Schultz Photography's work, and a portion of every booking is donated to the Chicago nonprofit Brave Space Alliance.

Services Offered

Sam Schultz Photography offers a variety of customizable 6, 8, and 10 hour wedding photography packages. His standard 8 hour photo package starts at $4,000 and includes at least 500 edited digital images at full resolution, a built-in engagement session, wedding day timeline assistance, and more. Add-on services offered in his packages include:

  • Second photographer
  • Additional hours
  • Albums
  • Prints & Canvases
  • LGBTQ+-owned

Frequently asked questions

What is the starting price for your wedding photography services?

$2,200

Which of the following are included in the starting price?

Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
Multi. Locations
Digital Files
Prints

What is the price of your most popular wedding package?

$3,000

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

2nd Shooter
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
Multi. Locations
Albums
Digital Files
Prints

What primary photographic style do you identify with?

Contemporary
Natural

What photography services do you offer?

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

What photography items do you offer?

Albums
Canvas
Digital Files
Matted Prints
Prints
Save the Date
Thank You Cards
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Sam is highly recommended as a wedding photographer by multiple reviewers. He is described as incredibly talented, kind, and easy to work with. His photography style is praised for capturing the happiness and natural moments of the wedding day. Reviewers appreciate Sam's professionalism, organization, and calming presence. They highly recommend him for capturing beautiful and relaxed wedding photos.

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Sam is highly recommended as a wedding photographer by multiple reviewers. He is described as incredibly talented, kind, and easy to work with. His photography style is praised for capturing the happiness and natural moments of the wedding day. Reviewers appreciate Sam's professionalism, organization, and calming presence. They highly recommend him for capturing beautiful and relaxed wedding photos.

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Giulia Z. Sent on 08/17/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Professional, kind, incredible photos and memories

Sam was incredible from the moment we contacted him to the day of our wedding celebration. Not only for his amazing
Photography work but also for his happy and kind presence. He made my husband and I feel comfortable and our families and friends loved his presence. He is professional, a kind human and with a sweet and fresh photography style. You can feel our happiness through his lenses. Thank you Sam!!
Angelique
Angelique S. Sent on 04/14/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Chicago’s Best Wedding (and engagement) Photographer

From start to finish, my wife and I were truly overwhelmed by Sam’s talent, calm demeanor, and overall organization even on a hectic wedding day. We knew during the engagement shoot that we were in the best hands in the city. We, along with our family's, thrived off of his consistent humor and lightheartedness throughout the day. Sam always made us feel incredibly comfortable and it came across in our photos. We could not picture our wedding day without him there (and even wanted him to stay as a guest). He truly went above and beyond in every aspect, helping out and organizing wherever he was needed! We are so happy with all of our photos, and will be sure to continue using Sam in future life events! A true Chicago gem!

We did all the work for you - the search is over!! His work and character speak for itself.
Lindsay
Lindsay C. Sent on 05/03/2022
5 out of 5 rating

The absolute BEST!

Sam is so incredibly talented (and kind and easy to work with!). We are 4x repeat customers, and he’s produced the best family pictures with our two sweet pups that we’ve ever taken. He did our engagement photos, as well as our wedding! Couldn’t recommend Sam highly enough!
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Hey there - I'm Sam!

I never feel more alive than when:

(1) I’m snapping photos while jiving on the reception dance floor.
(2) I’m editing photos and find the perfect moment of candid joy between two people.

Things I love outside of photography:

- Rock climbing at First Ascent
- Goofing around with my dog Daxter
- Baking constantly
- Sipping a midday IPA on a patio
- Play Dungeons & Dragons with friends
- Bike all around the city
- Road trip in my Subaru

I’d describe my energy as chill, goofy, activities-and-beer-loving, happy nerd energy. Equal parts fun, quirky, and weird. I think we’ll get along!

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Sam Schultz Photography frequently asked questions

Sam Schultz Photography includes the following photography services in the starting price:
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • Multi. Locations
  • Digital Files
  • Prints
Sam Schultz Photography includes the following photography services in their most popular wedding package:
  • 2nd Shooter
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • Multi. Locations
  • Albums
  • Digital Files
  • Prints
Sam Schultz Photography offers the following photography styles:
  • Contemporary
  • Natural
Sam Schultz Photography offers the following photography services for weddings:
  • Additional Hours
  • Destination / Travel
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • One Event / Day
  • Second Shooter
  • Wedding Portraits
Sam Schultz Photography offers the following photography materials for weddings:
  • Albums
  • Canvas
  • Digital Files
  • Matted Prints
  • Prints
  • Save the Date
  • Thank You Cards
Sam Schultz 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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