She was so fantastic to work with and the photos are beautiful! We met at a beach in Evanston and…read moreshe made it so easy with her mini session.

I definitely recommend HoneyBrown Photography for newborn photos! Lauren was wonderful dealing…read morewith my sleepy and spitting-up baby, and we got some photos I'll cherish for the rest of my life!

When looking for a wedding photographer, my husband and I were extremely critical in making our…read moreselection. From the moment we saw Carol's work, we instantly knew we could trust her with capturing our day. Carol has her Masters in Wedding Photography through PPA but also does headshots, family sessions, and more! We loved having a mini engagement session to get to know her better, share our preferred posing styles, and see how beautifully she captured our small moments. Additionally, she met with us before our big day to understand what was most important for her to capture and how our wedding day was scheduled out. When the big day came, Carol went above and beyond to photograph every big and small moment. She adjusted us as needed but also let us organically react in each moment. She turned her edits over quickly and we didn't have one bad photo in the bunch! Carol far exceeded our expectations and I could not recommend her more for any of your photography needs! She has many accolades for a reason and it shows time and time again in her work.

Always get amazing pictures but recently needed headshots and Carol did not disappoint!! I'm…read morestarting my new business with an amazing first impression now! Thank you!

We used Kat to do family/newborn photos when we had our 2nd child. We hadn't done family photos…read morebefore and Kat was so patient and helpful with answering all the questions I had and letting me try on outfits she had in the client wardrobe to see if anything would work for me before the photoshoot. She had some beautiful options but I ended up going with a dress of my own. Kat is truly a child/baby whisperer and was able to soothe my 3 week old to get her to cooperate for pictures and got my shy toddler to smile for photos! We received our pictures within 2 days of our photoshoot and they are nothing short of incredible. We have gotten so many compliments on how beautiful and stunning they look. I would highly recommend using BK Rose Studio for photos and know we will be reaching out again when we need more family photos taken!

Bottom line up front-- BK Rose is Best in Class nation-wide and peerless...keeping up with trends…read moreand best practices etc. is what gets you booked. All stop. That means doing your homework. I'll help you out with gusto, just as so many have helped me as I got started on my own journey. Being on point on your self marketing, especially when you are non-represented, is non-negotiable. Failing to be professional with what casting directors demand is a roadblock. Submissions are "make or break" power moves. THE ODDS ARE AGAINST the apex storybook discovery tales of rarities like JLAW, Michele Pfeiffer, Charlize Theron etc. so if you expect that to be your way in...it's not reality. I get cast and work in these markets: NYC (Netflix movies), Atlanta (Marvel/ABC), and Mid-Atlantic (Apple TV). I am new to the business (three years in) but I have been building a resume over time and there is no way I am going to compromise because I take my career seriously. There is no slack given in a highly competitive industry with a dearth of roles and a surplus of talent. SO...if you want to crack the code, get seen, get call backs, get booked then there is no better photographer for any amount of money than BK Rose and Kat is my Queen. I get work in commercials, major motion pictures, network tv shows because of her. Fact! Every single person I ask that plays a role in getting cast (when I am lucky enough to get employment) has singled out my headshots as what is working for me to get my foot in the door. BK Rose unequivocally is worth the plane ticket, drive time, train time, mule riding time (you name it) to get quality content and ultimately get BOOKED. Not 10 out of 10 -- 100 out of 10!

I mean, I really can't say anything negative in the slightest about Ashley. Not only is she an…read moreincredible and talented photographer, but she is such a kind, outgoing, and personable human being! Truly the best photographer I worked with thus far. She's perfect for event photography which is what I use her for. She is on-time, hard-working, and gets right into it. And the best part of it all, the pictures were ready in under 48 hours. That's IMPRESSIVE. I really liked Ashley and can't wait to work with her again! Loved the beautiful pictures she captured!

Ashley photographed me and my now-husband at our small City Hall wedding, and then the next day at…read morethe big party we threw with all of our friends and family. I tend to get really anxious in front of a camera, and don't consider myself to be very photogenic and so I was nervous for the photo portion of our days! Turns out, I did not need to be nervous at all! From the very first moment Ashley disarmed us and kept us comfortable. She was nothing but positive and--truly!--made us feel awesome about ourselves and the pictures we were taking. She is just a pleasure to be around and our comfort and happiness really comes through in the photos. And the photos are amazing! Ashley really captured our days in a way that will help us keep those memories for a lifetime!

I cannot say enough wonderful things about Doru and the senior photos he took of my daughter at…read moreLoyola University! From the moment we met him, he put my daughter at ease with his friendly demeanor and clear direction. Doru has an incredible eye for capturing both the iconic Loyola campus spots and finding unique, unexpected settings that made my daughter's photos truly stand out. He knew exactly how to work with the natural light and architecture to create stunning compositions that perfectly captured this milestone in her life. What impressed me most was how he balanced professionalism with making the session fun and relaxed. My daughter isn't usually comfortable in front of the camera, but Doru's encouragement and gentle guidance brought out her authentic smile and personality in every shot. The turnaround time was impressive, and when we received the final gallery, we were absolutely blown away. The quality, variety, and emotional impact of these photos exceeded all our expectations. We've received countless compliments on them from family and friends. If you're looking for a senior photographer who goes above and beyond to create beautiful, meaningful images that you'll treasure forever, Doru is absolutely the person to call. We're already planning to book him for our younger child's senior photos!

I used H photography for my wedding in December 2020 and was very pleased with their work. We…read moreworked directly with Doru, and he was wonderful. He was calm, professional, and very obviously very skilled. He spent the entire wedding day with us and captured all of our special moments. He even got amazing photos with my dog in them!!! My entire family only had great things to say and we would absolutely use H photography in the future!

Thank you for such a fantastic photo session experience! You're such a skilled photographer! From…read morestart to finish was outstanding. I appreciate the great communication and I couldn't be happier with the results! So grateful for the beautiful moments you captured in our photos and highly recommend you as a photographer!

Melissa Emory is one of the most creative photographers I have ever worked with. Her eye for…read moredetail, lighting and ability to capture the personality of her client in one session is amazing. Her final products are gorgeous. There's nothing more you could want from a session or for a special event. She's professional and creative from start to finish. I will always cherish my daughters dance photos and my sons graduation photos. Can't wait to see what she does for our next project. Can't say enough about her work or her as a professional.

Rich and Richie were a terrific duo to work with. We hired them for our wedding in November 2019…read moreand had a great experience from start to finish. From the moment we hired them, they were incredibly respectful of our wishes, what exactly we wanted and needed, while also offering very helpful suggestions along the way the kept us on track. And, what we really appreciated was that they were prompt and responsive throughout the entire process. We put a lot of trust in Rich and Richie throughout the process and they delivered. They are both very professional, kind, assertive when needed and they put our minds at ease when it came to wedding day photos. And of course we have to mention that their quality of product is excellent! We HIGHLY recommend Rich and Richie...two absolute professionals. You will not be disappointed.

From the owner: I am a visual content provider, including still photography and videography. As a career newspaper…read morephotographer, including 25 years at the Chicago Sun-Times, I have been a witness to the circle of life from birth to death. I have the privilege and responsibility to capture moments that inspire, entertain and educate my viewers and clients. Additionally, as a storyteller, I bring my photojournalism expertise into the world of wedding photography. Many of today's brides are asking for documentary-style pictures, a perfect "marriage" for me!

I brought my niece to this magical place after we had been apart since covid. She lives in NC…read more The hospitality was inherent and not taught The decor was a sensory pleasure. The joy in my nieces eyes shines in every photo. Thankyou so very much.

This place is a must for a little girl party. My daughter had her party here and I received so…read moremany compliments of how unique and fun it was. It's located right in downtown Algonquin and it's "house" so it adds to the charm. There are many different parties to choose from, but each one includes dress-up and a tea party. You can add makeup and hair for additional cost and each party has varying add-ons so the cost will vary, but the cost is very reasonable. This is not a place where parents stay for the event as the place cannot accommodate that many people (I def did not mind that aspect), so be aware of that. I brought my camera and told the parents I would take lots of pics and for them to provide me their email addresses so that I could forward them once uploaded. Once the girls arrive, they go upstairs to where there are racks of clothes, shoes, and many accessories to choose from with all sizes. After the girls have made their final selections, they take a picture then head to their tea party room. There, they have princess tea (which is sprite dyed pink I believe), cookies, marshmallows, cracker/pretzel mix, and cupcakes. They sing Happy Birthday there as well. After that, they change back into their clothes and go downstairs to open presents. Rebecca is a saint and does an excellent job with the party and the girls. I would def recommend this place for your next party.