Bonphotage Photographer

What can I say about Lynzie? She is, by far, one of the sweetest and most genuine people I think I've ever had the pleasure of working with. And, being that I enlisted her help to photograph one of the most important moments of my life, her sweet and professional demeanor makes me so much more comfortable with the whole process. From the minute I met Lynzie, I knew she was a sweetheart, and very down to earth. I explained to her the concerns I had when taking pictures and what my problem areas were, and she assured me that she would do her absolute best to make both myself and my fiancé feel comfortable. I need to first start out by praising Lynzie for how willing she is to work with her clients. My fiancé and I were supposed to take engagement pictures months ago, and I had to keep rescheduling because we had so many things come up. Both times we had to reschedule with Lynzie, she was very compassionate and understanding, and willingly worked with us to choose another date that would work. We finally met with Lynzie last Thursday for our engagement pictures, and I can't even express how thrilled I was with the result! We met with Lynzie near Navy Pier and she knew the perfect spots to take the photos. But, more than just knowing what makes a good picture (in terms of background and setting), she also knew how to perfectly capture the essence of the relationship my fiancé and I have. From the silly looks and things we say to each other, to those tender moments that you actually wish someone had a camera! She captured everything. And then, to my surprise, we got our photos in record turnaround time! I have never worked with someone who was so passionate about their work, and that honestly made all the difference. She was not like other photographers I've used in the past; she not only cared about her job, but she also cared about us, in a way that made it feel less like a product we were paying for, and more like we had a lifelong friend there taking our picture. We felt so comfortable with her, and taking our engagement pictures was such a fulfilling experience. I can't praise Lynzie enough for the amazing job she did, and I am not only excited for my wedding day, but I also know I'm going to get stunning picture memories! We feel so blessed to have been introduced to Lynzie, and so confident in her abilities as a photographer; I would absolutely recommend her to anyone and everyone!

We cannot say enough amazing things about Lynzie and the entire Bonphotage team! From start to finish, the entire experience was incredible.
After my initial call with Lynzie, I knew that I wanted her to capture such an important and special day. Not only is she extremely talented and experienced in the business—her portfolio speaks for itself—but she is also incredibly kind, professional, and an all-around wonderful person. We felt genuine excitement for our big day.
My husband and I did not take any professional photos together prior to our wedding day, and Lynzie and her team made us feel so at ease and comfortable in front of the camera. We were so impressed that Lynzie came prepared with all the shots she wanted to take ahead of time and knew the exact places to capture the best angles and lighting, which also being willing to pivot or try something new and unique. We really appreciated that we were able to trust Lynzie and her team so much that never had any doubts or reservations about what was happening behind the lens. They also made the day run incredibly smooth with their expertise and calm demeanor.
We received several preview photos back, and we could not be happier with the results or our decision to hire Lynzie and her team. Our photos turned out even better than we could have imagined, with every special and little moment captured beautifully. We have not stopped receiving compliments about our gallery. Choosing Bonphotage was worth every penny and one of the best decisions we could have made for our wedding day.

If you are getting married in Chicago and want your memories to look like an editorial spread while still feeling deeply personal, hire Bonphotage immediately. We had our wedding at The Peninsula in Chicago, and booking their photography and videography team was easily the best investment we made for our day.

There is a very specific kind of chaotic, nervous energy the morning of a wedding, but the moment the Bonphotage team walked into our bridal suite, they brought an instant wave of calm. They have this incredible ability to blend into the background while still directing you just enough so you don't feel awkward. They were so attentive and ready to guide our posing but in a way that had us genuinely laughing and having fun. The way they captured the exact, unfiltered moment my bridesmaids saw me in my dress and completely lost their minds was everything.

Their fine art film aesthetic is famous for looking light, airy, and honestly just timeless. When we did our portraits on the Peninsula's outdoor terrace, the Chicago breeze kept whipping my veil around. Instead of stopping to fix it every two seconds, Lynzie and her team leaned into the movement, capturing these wildly romantic, candid shots of my husband pulling me in close to keep the veil out of my face.

What genuinely shocked me was how flawlessly the photo and video teams coordinated with each other. You often hear horror stories of videographers and photographers fighting for the same shot, but the Bonphotage crew operated like a single organism. During our first look on the hotel's grand staircase, they hung back and gave us the physical space to actually cry, hug, and take each other in before gently stepping in to guide us into the absolute best light.

Looking at our photos and video, nothing feels forced. They don't just document the day - they capture how the day actually felt. They caught the subtle, shaky breath my dad took right before we walked down the aisle, the way the light hit the lace of my train during the ceremony, and the blur of my dress spinning on the dance floor in the Grand Ballroom. The audio they pulled for the video layering our private vows over the sweeping shots of the city makes me sob every single time I watch it.

If you want a team that will treat your wedding like true art while making you feel entirely at ease, completely beautiful, and completely yourself, Bonphotage is in a league of their own.

I need to shout from the rooftops about Bonphotage!! If you are a Chicago bride, stop what you are doing and book their photo and video team immediately.
We got married at Rockwell on the River, and I was honestly a little nervous about how their signature light, fine-art style would translate in such an industrial, exposed-brick space. I shouldn't have worried for a second - the results are pure magic. They managed to make the heavy timber beams and riverside lighting look unbelievably romantic, luminous, and soft.

The team was the ultimate hype squad the morning of the wedding. There was zero stiff, awkward posing. They just let us breathe and captured the real stuff. Looking at the gallery, they caught the exact moment my hands were shaking while my sister clasped my necklace, the raw, unposed tear my husband quickly wiped away during our first look on the dock, and the hilarious, messy joy of my dress getting bustled by three bridesmaids at once.

Their photo and video teams work together so seamlessly you forget they are even there. The way they edited our video - layering the audio of my husband's voice during his vows over sweeping, drone shots of my veil catching the breeze by the river - gives me full-body chills. They captured the absolute chaotic, beautiful joy of our wedding day while making us look like we belong on the cover of a bridal magazine. Best vendor decision we made, hands down!

We initially weren't going to hire a videographer to save on budget, but adding Bonphotage's video team was the best pivot we made. We got married at St. Mary of the Angels with a reception at Salvatore's. The photos are undeniably stunning, but the video is what brings the day back to life.
They captured the audio of our vows in the church perfectly, the emotional hugs with my parents, and the absolute chaos of our packed dance floor. The way they edit their videos isn't cheesy, it feels like a cinematic documentary of your love story. I also loved that because the photo and video teams are from the same company, they have a shared aesthetic. Our photos and our video match perfectly in tone and vibe, which is so rare to find!

As the mother of the bride, you spend months hoping and praying that every detail of your daughter's wedding day comes together perfectly. I can say without a doubt that hiring bonphotage was the single best investment we made for our daughter's wedding.

From the very beginning, their team exuded a quiet, calming professionalism that instantly put our entire family at ease. A wedding day can feel incredibly fast-paced, but the bonphotage team managed to be everywhere at once without ever feeling obtrusive. They were a steady, joyful presence, making sure my daughter felt completely relaxed and beautiful all day long.

The reception was held at Salvatore's in Lincoln Park, which has such a warm, intimate, and classic Chicago feel. The way bonphotage captured the candlelit romance, the lush greenery, and the sheer joy in that room was nothing short of breathtaking. They didn't just take standard, stiff family portraits; they focused on genuine, documentary-style moments that we will cherish forever. They caught the tearful hugs with grandparents, the erupting laughter during the toasts, and the incredible energy on the dance floor when Mary changed into her second dress.

When we received the gallery - which included the most stunning, nostalgic 35mm film photographs from their earlier portraits at Union Station - I was moved to tears. The images are timeless, elegant, and completely true to who the couple is. They didn't just photograph the event; they captured the absolute soul of the day.

If you are a couple planning your day, or a parent helping your child navigate wedding vendors, look no further. Bonphotage is exceptional at what they do, and you will be forever grateful to have their brilliant artwork as your family's heirloom. Five stars is simply not enough!

If you are scrolling trying to find your wedding photographer, stop right now and just book bonphotage. Hiring them for our September 2026 wedding at the Waldorf was easily the best vendor decision we made.

We had a very specific vision: we wanted that "quiet luxury," high-fashion editorial aesthetic, but we absolutely did not want to feel stiff, heavily posed, or cringe. Bonphotage literally understood the assignment and then completely elevated it. They gave us ultimate main character energy from the second they walked into the getting-ready suite.

The precision and talent of this team is insane. The way they captured the insane architecture and grandeur of the Waldorf ballroom, while still catching all the raw, blink-and-you-miss-it micro-moments between us and our guests? Immaculate. And don't even get me started on the 35mm film scans—they look like a literal movie. It's the exact nostalgic, romantic vibe we were obsessed with.

We also got our sneak peeks back insanely fast. My jaw was on the floor. The portraits are timeless and romantic, and the direct-flash reception photos are giving the ultimate 'It-girl' exclusive afterparty.

Beyond just the photos, the bonphotage team was the ultimate hype squad. They kept the vibes so completely flawless and stress-free all day, directing us just enough so we looked amazing but stepping back so we could actually experience our wedding. If you want your gallery to look like a chic Vogue campaign while still feeling completely authentic and effortless, run, do not walk, to secure your date with them. They will live rent-free in my head forever. 10000/10. ????✨

Words cannot adequately express how incredibly thankful I am - viewing our gallery has left me entirely speechless! Lynzie exceeded every expectation in her preparation and dedication long before our big day even arrived, making me the most joyful bride imaginable. She truly advocated for my personal vision, collaborating with me to produce the most extraordinary and stunning wedding images I have ever encountered.

Lynzie and her team were incredible from the start to finish! I first reached out to Lynzie almost 2 years prior to our wedding. She was very detailed and professional that I immediately knew I wanted her and her team to photograph our wedding. She quickly calmed all my nerves about selecting the perfect photographer and videographer to capture our special moments. I knew I could fully trust her and her team.

It rained the day of our wedding, but, luckily enough, the rain stopped just as we got there and Lynzie made magic happen with her camera! The photos were so incredible, and it was such a wonderful experience working with her. Lynzie was so quick and easily positioned us to capture the best photos. Everything felt so natural working with her.

The only thing better than those photos was having Lynzie and her team there for our wedding. They arrived on the location, immediately took in their surroundings, and went right to work capturing every great moment! The Bonphotage team struck the perfect combination of calm yet firm direction. They made us feel very at ease.  They had an excellent eye for all the details, and they made sure everything was in place to capture the perfect shots. My husband and I were just astounded when we saw our wedding photos! I knew they were going to be great, but when I saw them, they blew all my expectations out of water! We are going to have a very difficult time selecting our favorites. It brings me such happiness to be able to watch our wedding video over and over and to relive our special day again and again. I truly cannot emphasize enough how wonderful the Bonphotage team is. We will cherish the photos, videos, and memories that Bonphotage captured forever more. Thank you so much!

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5/5 doesn’t begin to cover it. If you are currently spiraling on Pinterest trying to find a wedding photo and video team who actually gets the "effortless editorial" vibe without making you do those incredibly cringey prom poses - hi, you can stop looking. Bonphotage literally understood the assignment and then some.

My husband and I are notoriously awkward in front of a camera. Going into wedding planning, my biggest fear was that our photos would look stiff or forced. I told Lynzie (the owner of Bonphotage) that I wanted documentary style, candid, slightly blurred motion, and pure main character energy. They delivered beyond my wildest expectations.

The photos are giving absolute Vogue. I am obsessed with the fact that they shot real film alongside digital. There is this rich, nostalgic, hopelessly romantic quality to the 35mm film shots that you just cannot fake with a filter. They completely nailed the lighting, the direct flash party shots, and all the micro moments. They caught the messy hair, the genuine laughing fits, the blurry dancing, and the quiet glances - not just the structured family portraits (but that too!) They made us look incredibly cool while still looking entirely like ourselves.

Let’s talk about the video because this was huge for me. I didn't want an overly dramatic, slow motion cinematic movie that I’d only watch once every five years. I wanted a raw, documentary feel that actually captured the pulse of the day. The video team was basically invisible (in the best way) but somehow managed to capture the most insane dance floor footage and the sweetest candid audio. The edit is punchy, camcorder aesthetic, and also somehow modern. Plus, they gave us the perfect short clips that went straight to my TikTok and IG Reels.

Your photo and video team are essentially the third wheel to your entire wedding day, so their energy matters so much. The Bonphotage crew was the ultimate hype team. They kept us on schedule without making us feel rushed, grounded us when the day got chaotic, and made us feel so confident.
And the speed of the sneak peeks? Unmatched. I woke up the morning after the wedding and already had a curated mini gallery waiting in my inbox to post, which is a total lifesaver when you're riding that post wedding high and want to hard launch your married era.

10/10, no notes. Bonphotage is worth every single penny. They didn't just document our wedding; they made our reality look exactly like the mood board of my dreams. Rent free in my head forever.