I've been coming here for a little over 2 years now and i remember on my first visit, Dr Strange…read morebehind the counter looked at me like i was absolutely clueless as i asked for recommendations on what film stocks suit certain settings best. The only thing that has changed since, is that he walks away from me every time i come in, and leaves me waiting for service. That being said, if you feel the need to act so pretentious to hobbyists, you should either stop letting them in, or hop off your self awarded pedestal and do your job, serving customers. As for the older lady, customer service is part of your job too, rushing people into purchasing film and talking over their inquires - is not. Listen, i get it. I'm not the "pro" photographer they're looking for as a customer, nor do i strive to be - i like doing this as a hobby. I came here for years because it was the only nearby film shop, and was maaaybe given the time of day to ask questions about the art once; by a guy i've never seen since. I bit the bullet and made the longer trip to PROCAM in Aurora one time, and it genuinely felt like they didnt want me to leave - if i asked a question, i got a thorough answer. I was asked questions about what i like to shoot, what got me into shooting photography, etc etc. If you're a hobbyist film photographer looking to learn more about film stocks, camera functions, do yourself a favor and head to PROCAM in aurora. They're open almost all day, every day, and they'll treat you like a human - rather than a source of income. Oh. And their film is more affordable.

I use to have my own color darkroom, and worked for a large portrait company doing the printing of…read moreportraits. Since digital, I no longer do film or print-developing. Yet, I was at a loss for great pictures printing. Costco, Walgreens, and a few online companies were printing my pictures based on a grey scale. Friends were recommending pj's. I just got my test picture back and was blown away by the quality. This picture has great saturation. The colors are not muted by doing a 20% grey. Wow. Going to use them for my 16x20s!

I had 2 old family photos restored recently; one from 1979 and one from 1983. Both blurry, out of…read morefocus, and terrible color quality. One also had half of a person cropped out of the photo! Timeless Photo Restoration did a fantastic job with these photos so that I could have them framed and given as gifts!! I am so happy for their expertise and kindness which is obviously shown in their work. I would definitely recommend them!!!

I am my family genealogist and collect family photos. Recently had these folks restore a treasured…read morefamily photo that was in such poor condition it really was hard to look at. After about 3 weeks I received the finished product and couldn't be happier with the result. This is actually the second project they have done for me and have hit it out of the park both times! I wouldn't go anywhere else for my photo restoration needs.

Great customer focus! Their representatives communicate the potential problems and are honest about…read morepotential repair costs.

I sent them a damaged and squirrley pana/lumix with multiple issues........the staff handled a time…read moresensitive repair with skill and flexibility...over several contacts regarding parts and timing, they were very communicative and the final result is superb.......

So this started about 6 months ago...I use to go to the flash cube(651 W North Ave…read moreVilla Park, IL) at least once a week for cigarettes and everything was fine, I would even give the lady a few dollar tip every time, one time I didn't have the extra tip money because the cigarette prices had gone up "a lot" ...and the next time I went there the lady said she didn't have any cigarettes, I said I know they have cigarettes because I could see hundreds of them behind her, That's when she said she didn't have any cigarettes for Me, and there was a young kid there too as a witness, I went there 2 or 3 more times over the 6 months and it was always the same story, she was Not going to sell me cigarettes, I told her I was going to contact the manager and she said she didn't care, she called him a name and said she hated him too, I tried talking to the young kid there and his story was the same, he said he couldn't stand that place and if he could destroy it he would, they wouldn't give me their names, but the older lady seems to be the one that's always there, and she had a few choice words for the owner too, needless to say I never did go back there but I do want people to know whats going on there....thank you for your time...forcing me to give a star

I moved to Chicago at the end of last year, and this is my first pregnancy. At first, I wasn't sure…read moreif I wanted to do a maternity photoshoot. It felt out of my comfort zone, something I had never done before. But after hearing from friends that I might regret not capturing this moment, I decided to start searching for a photographer. I came across many different artists online, but Sri's portfolio immediately stood out. His photography style is artistic, natural, and unique--nothing felt overly posed or awkward. I was already approaching my third trimester, so time was limited. Thankfully, Sri responded quickly and guided me through the entire process. He explained what to bring, what to expect, and assured me that most of the wardrobe and accessories would be available at the studio. We scheduled the shoot two weeks later with Sri and his talented makeup artist, Laura. When I arrived, I was nervous and unsure, but those feelings quickly disappeared. Both Sri and Laura made me feel completely at ease. Laura styled my hair into soft waves and gave my skin a beautiful, radiant glow, while Sri patiently walked me through the session step-by-step. Sri has an incredible eye for detail and a clear passion for his craft. He was attentive, energetic, and never rushed the process. Even when I needed time to find the right pose, he remained patient and encouraging, always focused on capturing the perfect shot. The final photos exceeded all my expectations--they are stunning and filled with emotion. I'm so grateful I stepped out of my comfort zone and trusted Sri with this experience. He even made sure I had a beautifully edited photo ready in time for my baby shower just one week later. This photoshoot has become one of the most meaningful memories of my pregnancy, and I wholeheartedly recommend Sri to anyone looking for a photographer. He not only incredibly talented but also kind, professional, and deeply passionate about what he does.

I cannot recommend Sri enough as a Chicago maternity photographer! I set up a pregnancy photoshoot…read morefor my sister as a gift. She hadn't planned on doing a shoot for herself and I wanted to make sure she had something beautiful to look back on to remember the moment. It was important to find someone who would make her feel comfortable while also delivering truly stunning maternity pictures-- and Sri exceeded all expectations. From my first call with him, Sri was warm, professional, and incredibly straightforward about pricing, deliverables, and the entire process. He made everything seamless, even arranging hair and makeup. When I introduced Sri to my sister, he was just as kind and reassuring, which instantly put her at ease. The maternity photo shoot itself was an amazing experience. Sri's studio is in a great location and offers the privacy that was important for my sister to feel relaxed. Throughout the session, Sri brought great energy and took the time to understand how my sister wanted to see herself in the photos. His expertise in artistic photography really came through-- his use of light is masterful, creating simple yet powerful images that perfectly capture this special moment. I found Sri by searching online for photographers in Chicago, and I'm so grateful I did. If you're looking for a talented, professional, and thoughtful Chicago maternity photographer, Sri is the one to book!

Al Lewek took pictures a our wedding. It was awful. I highly don't reccomend…read morehim and really regret having had him as our photographer. He was not helpful or easy to work with. Several of the group photos were not done well. This day only happens once and I really wish I had gone with someone else. Think twice before go with this individual.

Al Lewek was our wedding photographer. He was exceptional in every way. Professional. Brief…read more Unintrusive. The quality of his work and the product we got back is second to none. I have extremely high expectations. Al exceeded my expectations. I highly recommend him.

I originally learned about Evan J Thomas Photography through some family friends. I was looking for…read morea photographer for the day of my wedding shower and our wedding photographer was not available, so I started the search for another photographer. I know it may sound like a lot to hire a professional photographer for my shower, but the reality was that I wanted my friends and family to enjoy the shower and not have to walk around with a camera. It was really intended to take a load off of the guests and my sister and bridesmaids so they could enjoy the day along with me. I never actually met with Evan before the day of the shower, and my shower was a surprise to me. I mean, I knew the date and that it was going to be held at my parent's home, but I didn't know the theme or even who was going to be coming. When I walked through the door of parent's home, I found a Walt Disney themed shower and was blown away! I love Mickey Mouse and all his friends! I know, how corny am I?? But I'm just a big kid. In fact, we went to Walt Disney World for our honeymoon. Evan had arrived before I did so he captured my reaction when I walked through the door. He caught my husband and I hugging our parents and friends when we arrived. He captured all the little touches our bridesmaids, friends, sisters and parents had put into our shower. He got some great photos of the food before it was touched, he took beautiful photos of us open up our gifts and our reaction to all! He was professional and unobtrusive. I loved him!! I have since learned he does individual photo sessions for families, babies, children, head shots, model portfolios, boudoir, engagement, wedding, sports, concerts and really any moment you want to capture. You can see some samples of his work on his website: http://www.evanjthomas.com/ Thank you Evan for capturing the memories of such a special day for my husband and I. You are a rock star!

VIP Chicago Parties has been working with Evan for about 3 years, and we plan on working with him…read moreuntil the world ends. He is always on time, with a smile and is able to work with us on any type of event we throw at him. Evan has taken elegant photos during our weddings, captured priceless memories during our bachelorette parties, and has created a celebrity status atmosphere with his red carpet & paparazzi photography. His ability to work with special requests to create a custom experience for specific events, shows his outstanding dedication to his work. Our clients love to be in front of him, and he is the reason our customers who book him, return to us when in need of any type of photography service! He executes each event as perfectly as the last and we will continue partnering with Evan as a VIP Photographer as long as he is available. Thanks for everything Evan!

Brian Paul is a talented and professional photographer that I have had the pleasure of working with…read morefor several years as a photo stylist. He partners with you which helps to create high quality photographic images that will advertise your products in the best light. He does it all.

I have worked with this company for years.They have the best product photography in the Chicago…read morearea! Brian can make your product look fabulous! He is a hands on meticulous and talented photographer and retoucher. You can get your product photographed anywhere with mediocre results. But if you want to wow your clients and sell your product, look this company up! They are full service photography , well organized and professional.