Nikki Kate Photography

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Prices start at $4,500

Elopement pricing

Prices start at $850

About Nikki Kate Photography

Nikki Kate Photography

Owner/Photographer

Hello, my name is Nikki, and I am a wedding and family photographer for the sentimental and nostalgic. I have been lucky enough to call this my career for over 12 years. I am driven by a passion for storytelling and documenting your life for you to keep forever. Rooted in the heart of Chicago, IL, I am always ready to pack my bags and travel wherever your story unfolds (frequently travel to CO and WI). Whether it's the heartfelt promises exchanged on your wedding day or the joyful pitter-patter of little feet during an intimate family session at home, I treasure the opportunity to document every chapter of your life.

My photographic style is timeless, warm, candid, nostalgic, and real. I love photographing in a way that tells a story of who you are and who you love. I value the in-between moments that seem small but are so special, capturing the genuine, unscripted emotions that define your relationships. I pay close attention to details and the unique connections between the love of your life and your family, understanding that these photographs will be something you hold closely to your heart for years to come.

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Services

Services

  • Engagement session
  • Extra hours
  • Image editing
  • Printing rights
  • Second photographer

Photo formats

  • Digital

Deliverables

  • Digital files
  • Online gallery
  • Same/next-day sneak-peek images
  • Wedding album

Reviews

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10 reviews

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    Allyson

    •Jan 29, 2026

    Natural and Effortless

    Nikki captured all the details of our wedding day, big and small, so perfectly.  We just received our full gallery and it felt like reliving our special day in real time! She took the time to take photos of all the decor, desserts, florals etc which was so appreciated as being swept up in the day, we barely glanced at all the details we spent so much time deciding ahead of the wedding! We also loved seeing the moments of each other before the first look- like getting ready, opening each other’s gifts. The photos look and feel like us, no heavy editing and capture the day exactly how it was! These photos will be a treasured memory and we will share them for years to come!

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    Taylor D.

    •Jan 16, 2026

    Engagement & Wedding

    Nikki is absolutely amazing and we are so happy we chose her to be our wedding photographer. She is wonderful to work with! She is kind, organized, and truly goes above and beyond! We are so in love with all of our photos and have received so many compliments on them! We truly cannot recommend Nikki enough!!

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    Dominique

    •Jan 9, 2026

    Captured Our Day Beautifully

    Nikki made our photography experience amazing from start to finish. She is incredibly welcoming and friendly, and she made our engagement shoot feel so comfortable and fun. On our wedding day, she was there for every moment, but also seamlessly behind the scenes and capturing perfect candid details and moments. After our wedding, the photography was the number one compliment we received, and it’s something people still come up to us and mention today! Nikki truly cares about her business and goes above and beyond to deliver beautiful photos that perfectly capture your day. I would 100% recommend working with her and her team!

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    Maggie M.

    •Dec 31, 2024

    Talented beyond measure!

    Nikki is BEYOND talented both in her ability to capture beautiful moments/memories with her camera, but also in her ability to develop beautiful relationships with her clients. She is sunshine in human form. If you're someone like me who doesn't like attention, Nikki will make you feel comfortable, confident, and safe behind her lens! She is bubbly/kind, communicative, efficient, and creative. I cannot recommend Nikki & her team enough! Nikki's ability to capture a series of amazing moments that tell a story and turn it into a product that will be cherished for generations to come is truly magical.

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    Patty

    •Dec 31, 2024

    Best Choice Ever!!

    Hiring Nikki as our photographer for our wedding was the best decision ever!!! She is seriously the sweetest human and made the whole process so fun. We were so nervous for our engagement shoot thinking it would be so awkward, but she made us laugh the whole time & we had a blast. Her communication was awesome- she answered all our questions right away & gave great advice when I didn't know what I was doing lol! Our wedding album turned out so amazing and I’m so happy I’m going to have those memories forever. Nikki and her second shooter Megan were a huge part of what made our day so great and I’m so so happy we had them. Best decision ever!!

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