“TIMELESS, FUN & BEAUTIFUL”

Midwest Wedding Photography & Videography

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who we are

Welcome to our site! We are a talented team of wedding photographers and videographers, who have collectively shot over 1000 weddings! We take pride in not just our technical expertise, but our ability to work splendidly with couples, bridal parties, planners, and mothers-in-law, while still capturing great footage and not taking away from the celebration.

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Big Day was amazing!

Big Day was amazing from start to finish! They were very communicative and easy to work with. The entire day was light and fun and captured great moments. Loved our photos and highlight reel and Vow video. Highly recommended!
Devon P.
Most Amazing Wedding Photography

I wish I could give Thomas a million stars!!! He is the greatest guy and does the most amazing work I have ever seen! He was so easy to work with and made taking pictures fun! I highly recommend him for any photography needs you have! Thank you Thomas!!!
Lauren M.
Best Chicago Wedding Video!

Best vendor I worked with- Hands down!! Super accessible leading up to the wedding, taking calls with me to discuss all the little details and making the whole process so easy. Day of, Josh and jeremy were a pleasure. Our highlight reel perfectly captures the joy and sparkle of the big day (and night), THANK YOU for making our BIG DAY amazing.
Claire P.
Best Chicago Photographer

Thomas was so great to work with. A true detail-oriented artist who cares about offering his clients the best possible photography. He literally offered me his own shirt and tie so that I could look my best for the head shot. Also, very easy going, patient and personable. Best Chicago Photographer!
Jason R.
Amazing Photo & Video Team

Ben and Thomas brought amazing energy and levity as the photo/video team on our wedding day. They made us feel very comfortable and at ease and did a great job capturing the spirit of us as a couple, and the energy of our wedding day - no small feat! Absolutely hire them!
Stephanie C.
Wedding Photo and Video

Thomas is very personable and super helpful. He responds quickly to emails, we had no issue coordinating with him both for our engagement session and wedding day. His pictures are gorgeous and we couldn't imagine them better. He is very laid back and easy to work with. I had a last minute request to have a videographer, and he immediately recommended somebody that could come on short notice, which we really appreciated. We didn't have to wait long at all to get our final pictures either. Overall, an extremely positive experience and wouldn't hesitate to recommend him to anybody!
Lara Y.
Videographer on our Wedding Day

Ben brought an amazing energy and levity as the videographer on our wedding day. He made us feel very comfortable and at ease and did a great job capturing the spirit of us as a couple, and the energy of our wedding day in a packaged video - no small feat! Absolutely hire him!
Stephanie D.
Our Wedding Day

Ben had such a carefree and positive personality that made us feel really comfortable, even when we were feeling overwhelmed by all of the attention of our wedding day. The highlight reel that Ben made puts a smile on our faces every time we watch. Ben caught so many intimate moments with family and friends, while also capturing the funny moments throughout our wedding day. We will cherish these videos forever.
Paige H.

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At Big Day we pride ourselves on being budget-friendly without compromising quality. Our photo/video packages start at just $1150, ensuring that every couple can enjoy timeless memories at an affordable price. Let us be part of your special day without the financial stress – because your love story deserves to be captured with care, not cost.

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At Big Day Photo & Video, we transcend the role of mere wedding photographers and videographers; we are artists on a mission to sculpt cinematic love stories. Every moment of your special day is meticulously captured with an artful blend of precision and a light-hearted touch. Our ultimate goal? To ensure you not only look comfortable, radiant, and authentically yourself but also feel it deep within.

Choosing Big Day Photo & Video means more than just securing wedding coverage; it's about receiving a dynamic, emotional keepsake that harmonizes with the unparalleled joy and love of your unforgettable day. So, let's embark on this journey together, turning your fleeting moments into timeless memories that will resonate for a lifetime.

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Kind words from our clients

Carly A.

“We have so many wonderful pictures and the video is a great recap of the whole day. They really captured our day perfectly! Highly recommend!!”

Caroline G.

“Thomas and his team were fantastic! He is extremely professional, easy to work with, and delivered wonderful photos for our wedding! Would recommend to anyone looking for a wedding photographer!”

Kristin G - wedding coordinator

“Thomas Slack has been a LONG time collaborator with my weddings- he's so easy to work with, and one of my first referrals to any new couples! So excited for this partnership!”

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