Grateful to have met Beth. She does great work and loves what does. Makes the experience fun and…read moregreat results!

"I cannot recommend Beth enough! From the moment we arrived at Creations by Beth Photography, she…read moremade our family feel completely at ease. Her attention to detail, creative direction, and gentle guidance allowed our child to truly shine. Every image feels timeless, soulful, and full of personality -- not just a photo, but a piece of art we will treasure forever. The styling, hair & makeup, and wardrobe choices made the session feel effortless and luxurious. Beth's passion and expertise are evident in every single image. We left with not only beautiful portraits but a memorable experience that we'll cherish for years. Truly a five-star experience from start to finish!"

Sara was super professional but also very easy to talk to especially since this is waaaaayyyy out…read moreof my comfort zone. She just kept everything light and fun and made it an unforgettable experience. Also one thing I really enjoyed was being able to look at the photos directly after with her and see what you like and don't.

Sara is nothing short of fabulous and an absolute master of her craft! I had no idea what to expect…read morewhen I went for my boudoir session. My session was coordinated with Natalie, a local hair and makeup artist who sparked engaging conversations that helped me get over some of my nerves. She absolutely slayed my hair and makeup, and encouraged me to go out after the shoot, not just relax at home. (I went out and had a fantastic time, feeling even more confident!) The shoot was exceptional. Sara helped me choose outfits, demonstrated poses, and provided feedback throughout the session. She encouraged laughter and ensured that the spotlight remained on me. I left feeling empowered and beautiful. The most challenging part of this experience was narrowing down the photos to keep, as they were all incredibly well done! To anyone considering a shoot, there's absolutely nothing holding you back. My reservations and fears were put to rest as soon as I met Sara. Just go for the session. Your only regret will be wishing you had done it sooner

I love how personable Esther was! She made me feel at ease and encouraged me to feel good about…read morebeing in front of the camera. I absolutely HATE taking pictures, but needed some headshots for my line of work. Esther made the experience not just bearable, but actually really fun. I love my shots and absolutely recommend her to anyone, especially those of us that are camera challenged, lol!

Esther truly made our wedding day more special than we could have ever imagined. We wanted someone…read moreto be by our side to capture our special day. We did not do a traditional wedding, rather a simple yet personal service at the Kane County Courthouse in downtown Geneva with the judge, followed by an outdoor photo session at the Fabyan Forest Preserve along the Fox river. Esther put us at ease immediately and helped us relax while capturing the special moments. Her attention to detail, creativity, use of light and landscaping really shone in her photographs. She was able to customize and tailor a session for our needs and budget. Additionally, working with Esther is a breeze. She is open to suggestions and ideas, she communicates effectively and promptly and delivers on what she promises. From the initial inquiry, terms of the agreement and execution of the contract to checking-in and confirming prior to the day of, Esther is professional, responsive and attentive. We would not hesitate to work with Esther in the future. Esther is an artistic and gifted photographer whose work product does not disappoint. Her passion for the art and creativity in her photographs speak volumes. Thank you so much Esther for making our day truly unique and special while memorializing it a most beautiful and special way. Jen and Max

Rev. Denise was the easiest, no-fuss wedding vendor we dealt with. She was referred to us by a…read morefriend who attended a wedding she officiated. My then-fiancé contacted her via email rather late notice (1 month prior), set up an appointment to meet her at home, we met with her and chose the "parts" to the ceremony (we mixed and matched a handful of commonly said things she already had), gave her a cash deposit on the spot, and were out of there in an hour! A day or two later, she emailed us the entire ceremony that we had discussed in her home, allowed us to make some changes via email, and that was it. We didn't hear or see her again until an hour before the actual ceremony. She made sure to find us at our venue, gave us a couple pointers, and told us to relax and that she would be giving us cues, which she did very subtly and professionally. Even one of our groomsmen asked us later, "Where did you find her? She was on top of things!" For those of you looking for someone to guide you through every detail, she might not be the one for you. She's rather hands off, but she is pretty responsive via email. Like other officiants, she will charge extra if you want her to attend your rehearsal, so we orchestrated the rehearsal ourselves. She is also really a good soul. Although she has a church background, she is very open and accepting of all humankind. We were not picky about our ceremony - just that it be non denominational and short! But in hindsight, I'm glad we chose someone with such poise and experience! Working with her was truly effortless and inexpensive! I highly recommend Rev. Denise!

Anyone considering Reverend Denise Tracy that would like to know more about our experience can…read morecontact me directly through Yelp to discuss our experience. I would like to also note that Reverend Denise sent me a message on Yelp and also today (12/27) left a comment on my previous review. We have received ZERO phone calls from Reverend Denise - I am not sure she has a phone number for now Mr. Husband or me. Again, I stress that this review does not have anything to do with Reverend Denise Tracy's actual officiating services (we didn't get that far), only to the service we received while we were doing our own research.

Amy is amazing to work with. Very personable and professional. If you show up, she will work with…read moreyou to create amazing photos with just a little bit of explanations needed for each picture. If you are in need of high quality photos from an excellent photographer, give Amy a call.

5/5 Stars - Incredible officiant for a custom, heartfelt wedding!…read more Rev. Anne with the Rev for Whatev is hands down the best wedding officiant you could ask for! She made our ceremony feel like it was being delivered by a lifelong friend. She was amazing at incorporating all our special details--from including our two dogs in the ceremony to guiding our niece and nephews through our unity planting. It was warm, emotional, and perfectly paced. We highly recommend Rev. Anne to anyone getting married in the Chicago area!

Reverend Anne officiated our wedding a couple months ago, and we couldn't have been happier! The…read morething that set her apart from the other officiants I was looking at was her website - it contains so much information, including faqs, services, sample ceremonies, and pricing. She had all the answers to my questions already! We picked the partially customized ceremony for our secular ceremony, and she drafted a couple versions for us to review. It was so easy communicating with her. We mostly emailed, but we scheduled an in person meeting when we were in town to meet up with our wedding vendors. She is extremely nice, organized, and professional. She took care of the paperwork after the wedding, so it is one less thing to stress about! Stop looking around because she will take care of you. We highly recommend her for any ministerial needs.

When you need an amazing DJ to make your event engaging and memorable, Jason is just the person! He…read moreknows just how to make the party rock and connect with your guests, whether young or old. His music selection is post-on and his challenges to engage everyone on the dance floor are amazing! He was a last-minute, fill-in DJ for a pediatric medical camp and knocked it absolutely out of the park. Our campers and their counselors had a wonderful evening in Jason's hands...and we hope he'll be a part of our annual dinner dance for years to come! Jason is the real deal -- a great DJ, a keep observer of your crowd to pick just what the party needs, a ton of fun, and an amazing and authentic human who wants to make your event unforgettable! His skill, talent, knowledge of the industry, and decades of experience are top notch! We're so thankful that he said, "Yes!" and came to make our party just absolutely rock.

We at Camp Kids Are Kids Chicago are so thankful to Jason DJ JaySpins/Laser Sounds for his talent,…read moreflexibility, understanding and generosity. He stepped in to help us DJ our dance on the last night of camp days before the event when we weren't sure if we could find a DJ last minute. Jason was new to us and was able to understand our needs quickly and adjust on the spot when things came up that night we needed. He went out of his way to add to the fun with special contests and made it easy for campers to request songs, even going out to the cabins to ask them directly to make sure everyone had the opportunity, We're so thankful to have Laser Sounds referred to us and hope to have them back at camp for years to come!!

John has been our preferred family photographer since he shot our wedding in 2012. Not only does…read morehe has a very unique eye for capturing a special moment, he is an amazing photographer, and a really personable guy. We love John, and we hope he continues shooting pictures because we would like to keep working with him for many more years.