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

Services

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

Photo formats

  • Digital

Reviews

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  • 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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    KeshaJun 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!

  • Great

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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!

  • Natural and Joyfully Talented Photographer!

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    Candice and M.Jun 24, 2025

    Stephanie is a ray of sunshine and possesses a remarkable and natural talent for capturing intimate and genuine moments. Candid photos are the best because they don't look unnatural or stiffly posed. However, Stephanie also gave great direction and was able to coach us in a manner that was easy and produced stunning photographs. She also provides excellent creative input and includes couples in the process. Her enthusiasm, professionalism, and joy for her work and weddings truly shine through in her photos. We highly recommend Stephanie for your special day!