Nicole Kilday Photography
Illinois & Wisconsin Wedding Photographer
for the ones who love so deep it consumes them.
While you’re loving your people, staying present, and letting the day unfold — I’m paying attention. Reading the room. Anticipating the moments that matter, and stepping in only when it serves the story.
I photograph weddings and elopements across Illinois & Wisconsin for couples who want to be hands-off with the camera, fully in their day, and confident that nothing real is being missed while you’re busy livin’ it.
Ways to work with me,
Wedding Photography
Starting at $4,195 — 4 hours
Elopement Photography
Starting at $1,795 — Monday-Thursday
Portraits & Lifestyle Photography
Starting at $500
Next Steps - How to Book Your Wedding Date
Once you’ve found the package that fits your story, here’s what happens next. My booking process is simple, transparent, and built to make things feel easy — no guessing games, no pressure. Whether we chat over email or hop on a quick call, I’ll walk you through every detail. When you’re ready, a signed contract and a non-refundable retainer officially lock you in on my calendar. From there, we start planning your timeline, engagement session, and all the beautiful little details that make your day yours.
Three flexible payment options are available below — because your experience should feel seamless from day one.
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Inquire using the form below or send an email directly — I’ll respond personally to confirm availability for your date. Once I know I’m open, I’ll send over helpful planning + photography resources so you can feel confident before booking. You can choose to chat entirely via email (no question is too small!) or hop on a call for a quick vibe check to make sure we’re the perfect fit.
No pressure, no fluff — just real connection and clarity from the start. Finding the perfect fit photographer for your wedding day is my top priority; so if it’s not me, that is okay.
This booking process applies to both full-day wedding photography and weekday courthouse elopements.
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Once your contract is signed and non-refundable retainer is paid, you’re officially locked into my calendar. From there, the party begins!
We’ll meet a few times throughout your planning season to fine-tune details and prep for your engagement session. Engagement sessions only take place Monday through Thursday due to my Friday-Sunday schedule prioritizing my couples wedding days.
On your wedding day, I photograph with intention — decisive when needed, quiet when it matters most.
Sneak peeks arrive within 7 days, and your full gallery lands within 4–16 weeks.
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Option One — Split Payment Plan
⅓ non-refundable retainer due at booking
⅓ due at the midpoint between booking and your wedding date
Final ⅓ due one week prior to your wedding
→ Sneak peeks delivered within 7 days of your wedding.
Option Two — Extended Monthly Payments
⅓ non-refundable retainer due at booking
Remaining balance divided into monthly payments, based on how far out your wedding date is
Final payment due one week prior to your wedding
→ Sneak peeks delivered within 7 days of final payment.
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When it feels right, fill out the form below to inquire about your date.
Once you’re locked in, we’ll start planning your story together — timeline, engagement session, and all the quiet, meaningful parts in between.
Inquire about your wedding photography here!
I'm Nicole Kilday & I Don't Do Surface Level Anything
Your Wedding Day calm in the chaos
Your day isn’t about hitting a list of shots. It’s about being present with your people — and trusting that the important parts are being noticed while you’re living them. That’s where I come in.
I take the time to get to know what matters most to you, help shape a timeline that gives the day room to breathe, and stay closely tuned in as everything unfolds. The big moments, the quiet ones, and the in-betweens that happen when no one’s trying to make anything happen at all.
You get to be in it — fully. I’ll be paying attention.