Laree Photo And Video

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Prices start at $1,900

Elopement pricing

Prices start at $999

About Laree Photo And Video

Stephanie Schmidt

Owner & Lead Photographer

Laree Photo & Video specializes in capturing unforgettable moments through stunning wedding photography and videography. Based in the Chicago suburbs, our team is dedicated to creating timeless images and films that reflect the unique love story of each couple. Stephanie Schmidt, the owner and lead photographer, specializes in both artistic and documentary styles. She strives to preserve every detail of your special day in the most beautiful way. You can trust Stephanie and her team to deliver lasting memories you'll cherish forever.

Stephanie's team is committed to personalized service. We focus on getting to know you as a couple, so we can tell your story in a way that’s uniquely yours. Whether it's a candid laugh or a carefully crafted portrait, we believe in creating images that are both meaningful and beautiful, with a focus on real, raw moments. With years of experience, state-of-the-art equipment, and a passion for storytelling, we strive to deliver work that exceeds expectations, turning your wedding day into memories you’ll treasure for a lifetime.

Services

Bride-only session
Drone photography
Engagement session
Extra hours
Image editing
Online proofing
Printing rights
Same-day edits
Second photographer

Photo formats

Digital
Film
Hybrid

Deliverables

Digital files
Digital rights
Online gallery
Photo box
Printed enlargements
Same/next-day sneak-peek images
Slideshow
Video
Wedding album

Reviews

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I cannot recommend Stephanie enough!
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•Lucy B.•Sep 6
I cannot recommend Stephanie enough! From start to finish, she was absolutely incredible to work with. Not only did she capture the most stunning, beautiful photos that we will cherish forever, but she also made the entire process so smooth and enjoyable. Her communication was excellent every step of the way, and she was incredibly organized with her spreadsheets and documents, which gave me so much peace of mind. On top of her professionalism, Stephanie has the most wonderful personality—so friendly, bubbly, and genuinely fun to be around. She made us feel completely comfortable in front of the camera and went above and beyond to ensure we got every single photo we asked for (and then some!). If you’re looking for someone who is both talented and an absolute joy to work with, look no further than Stephanie. She truly exceeded all expectations, and I feel so lucky to have had her as our photographer.
Excellent Photographer
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•Emily B.•Jun 30, 2025
Laree Photo And Video was an excellent choice for our wedding photography. From the start, their communication was fast, helpful, and detailed, which put us at ease throughout the planning process. On the day of our wedding, Stephanie and her team were a true pleasure to work with - they helped keep us on schedule and even sewed a button back on the groom's shirt when it came loose! The quality of their work is outstanding, with beautiful, high-quality photos that perfectly captured all the fun and special moments of our big day. Stephanie has a wonderful way of making everyone feel comfortable in front of the camera, and her upbeat personality kept us smiling all day long. We are thrilled with the gorgeous photos we have to remember our wedding, and we highly recommend Laree Photo And Video to any couple looking for excellent value and an amazing photography experience.
0 worries, and a great time!
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•Kesha•Jun 24, 2025
Stephanie is just incredible! We hired her for our big day and had our engagement shoot with her downtown. We had never had photos done before and had no idea what to expect. She took incredible pictures of us but the best part was she made us feel like we were just hanging out with a friend and it made it all worth it because our pictures showed our awkward but fun side because we felt comfortable. Fast forward to our wedding day, we had to reschedule our reception due to Covid so we didn’t have a ceremony but we did have all the time in the world for photos and we made the most of it. It gave us all the extra time to do a first look with the best man in a wedding dress, and more. We didn’t worry about our timeline but we never felt rushed when times were going back to back. She checked in with us multiple times to make sure we had what we needed and took pictures of all the fun details so now when we look back we have all the memories and can enjoy the night like a guest. Fast forward to this year, we loved working with her so much as our family is expanded we reached out to have her do our pregnancy announcement photos AND our newborn photos with our little man. It is so special to find someone you trust and can deliver exactly what you need and more. Cannot recommend Stephanie and her team enough!
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•Marissa and J.•Jun 24, 2025
As a fellow wedding photographer, I knew how important it was to find someone truly talented—and Stephanie went above and beyond. Stephanie was everything we could’ve hoped for in a wedding photographer! She was sweet, calm, and so easy to work with from start to finish. She felt like a friend that day, and that made all the difference. Thank you for capturing our day so beautifully!