Chicago Wedding & Event Photographer

A wedding party posing for a photo outdoors near the Wrigley building in Chicago and trees in the background. The women are wearing purple dresses, and the men are in black tuxedos.
A bride in a strapless white wedding gown with a long train and veil stands on a roof at The Penthouse Hyde Park with city buildings in the background. Bridesmaids in beige dresses stand on either side of her.
A woman and a man stand outdoors on a sidewalk, smiling and laughing together. The woman wears an off-the-shoulder emerald green gown with a high slit, jewelry, and a headband. The man wears a black tuxedo with a bow tie, glasses, and a flower lapel
A bride in a white lace wedding dress holding a bouquet, smiling, standing in front of a stone gazebo, with the groom in a white suit facing her, outdoors with greenery and a stone wall in the background.
A newlywed couple walking and holding hands in front of the Louvre Museum in Paris, France. The groom is dressed in a navy tuxedo with glasses, and the bride is wearing a white lace wedding gown with curly hair.
A group of five women wearing matching purple dresses, sitting on a wooden bench inside a courthouse or church, holding bouquets of flowers, and smiling.
A bride and groom sharing a joyful moment outdoors on a balcony at The Penthouse Hyde Park during their wedding, with the bride laughing and the groom leaning in affectionately.
A happy couple on their wedding day, embracing outdoors with green plants and flowers in the background.
Woman sitting on a bed decorated with large gold and white balloons, with 'BRIDE' spelled out in metallic balloons behind her and orange star-shaped balloons above.
A bride and groom share a moment outdoors, with vibrant pink flowers blurred in the foreground.
A diverse group of women, with the bride in the center wearing a wedding dress and crown, holding a bouquet, during a wedding celebration at the Chicago Cultural Center.
A couple standing in a grand hotel lobby under a large chandelier with white flowers behind them. The woman is wearing a strapless, beaded evening gown, and the man is dressed in a white suit. The lobby has dark blue walls, white trim, black and whit
Two men dressed in tuxedos sharing a toast at a wedding reception, standing near a window with cityscape in the background.
A bride and groom kissing during their wedding ceremony inside the Chicago Cultural Center with a stained glass dome ceiling.
A bride and groom kiss outside a Parisian café named Cafe de Flore, with a crowd watching them. The café has a black awning and green plants on the second-floor balcony.
Night view of a modern Bldg with large glass windows, illuminated from inside. Married couple are embracing and sharing a kiss on the staircase inside the Bldg, visible through the windows. The building's signage reads 'CHICAGO WINERY ' vertically.
A bride in a white lace wedding dress standing on a marble staircase at Union Station in Chicago holding a bouquet of flowers, smiling. The staircase has wooden handrails and a background of wood-paneled walls and doorways.
A black and white photograph of the Eiffel Tower seen through silhouettes of two people, a woman and a man, facing each other, with trees in the background.
A man dressed in a formal suit with a flower boutonniere looks pensively out a window, sitting on a chair with a green curtain behind him and natural light illuminating his profile.
A bride and groom share an intimate moment, touching foreheads with eyes closed. The bride has dark hair, wearing pink eye makeup and a lace off-shoulder wedding dress. The groom has braided hair, a white tuxedo with a black lapel, and a purple bouto
A bride in a strapless dress smiling at two men in formal suits, one on each side. One her father and the other her step-father, before walking down the aisle.
A newlywed couple hugging on a staircase inside the JW Marriott in Chicago, with a large artistic cityscape painting in the background.
A person adjusting a black bow tie on a groom dressed in formal attire, including a white shirt and black vest, outdoors with blurred greenery in the background.
A smiling woman in a white wedding dress holding a bouquet of white flowers, standing under a stone gazebo with ornate ironwork details, in a garden with green bushes and flowering plants.
A bride and groom share an intimate moment with their foreheads touching during a wedding. The bride is wearing a detailed ivory gown with pearls and a birdcage veil, while the groom is in a white tuxedo with a navy lapel and a gold watch.
A couple dressed in formal attire standing close together in a lush green park with tall trees, stairs, and modern glass buildings in the background.
A couple dancing outdoors, with the man smiling and the woman in a white dress with a veil in her hair, surrounded by greenery and colorful flowers.
A group of ten people, including a bride and groom, standing on a grand staircase inside Union Station in Chicago. The bride is wearing a white wedding dress and holding a bouquet, and the groom is dressed in a black tuxedo.
A bride and groom in wedding attire posing under a classical stone archway in front of the Louvre Pyramid in Paris, with historic buildings and tourists in the background.
A man and woman dressed in wedding attire standing close together outdoors, with the man wearing a white suit and bow tie and the woman wearing a white lace wedding dress, smiling and showing affection.
A woman with dark skin and curly black hair wearing a decorative hairpiece with a bird design and a birdcage veil, smiling softly and touching her face with her fingers painted with blue nails featuring rhinestones, in front of a brick wall and dark
A bride and groom sharing a close, intimate moment during their wedding, surrounded by a lush bouquet of white, pink, and purple flowers.
Close-up of a man's tuxedo with a green and gold bow tie, white shirt, and a textured black suit jacket decorated with fabric roses in green, beige, and cream on the sleeve, outdoors with greenery in the background.
A bride and groom touching foreheads in a close embrace, both with eyes closed. The bride is wearing a white off-shoulder dress with floral details, and the groom is in a white tuxedo with a black lapel. She has long, wavy black hair, and he has in b
A close-up of a woman's face as a makeup artist applies blush to her cheek with a brush.
Group of six men dressed in white shirts and black vests standing outdoors on grass, posing with cigars and drinks, with a white fence and house in the background.
A woman in a white dress with a veil and earrings standing in a garden, with a man in a suit talking on a cellphone in the background.
A smiling couple dressed in formal attire, standing on a balcony railing in a grand, elegant interior with chandeliers and large columns. The JW Marriott hotel in Chicago
A close-up of a joyful couple dressed in wedding attire, sharing a tender moment with their faces close and a large bouquet of multicolored flowers in the foreground.

Authentic storytelling for couples, brands, and events across Chicagoland.

A smiling man with a beard and sunglasses, holding a camera , standing outdoors near a white railing with a Chicago cityscape background.

Well Hello There…

Im glad you’re here. Something about my work or myself made you click to say lets see what’s to this weird, bald dude…lol.

Well really quick, a little about me… Im a Chicagoan, born and raised. And this camera journey started about 16 years ago (2011) with a simple idea: capture real emotion and turn moments into lasting memories.

My right hand to God, the reality of death and leaving this Earth completely re-shaped my thought process as it relates to memories and capturing the essence of our loved ones (and ourselves). And this was WAY before the Disney movie Coco, lol.

After a decade of it being a side hustle, I took the leap and went all-in on photography—and never looked back. Today, I’m known for documenting weddings and events with intention, style, and authenticity.

My work has been featured in Voyage Chicago, EMGN Magazine, Chicago Tribune, and on MTV and VH1 press platforms. I’ve photographed weddings across Illinois and throughout France, Mexico, and multiple U.S. states.

I believe photography should feel real, timeless, and emotional. Every event gets my full attention, sharp detail, and high-quality imagery—no shortcuts.

If you’ve read this far, go ahead and click below to tell me a little about you and hopefully we can work together soon!

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  • A bride and groom standing close together outdoors, with the groom's eyes closed and the bride's eyes gently closed. The groom is wearing a black tuxedo and the bride is in a white lace wedding dress with an embellished hairpiece. The background is blurred greenery and trees with sunlight filtering through.
  • A bride and groom are dancing together at their wedding reception in a warmly lit venue. The bride is wearing a white wedding gown with lace detailing and a veil, while the groom is dressed in a white shirt with a black bow tie. They are smiling and embracing each other closely.
  • A newlywed couple, a man and a woman, smiling and dancing at their wedding reception outdoor at night. The woman is wearing a white wedding dress and the man is wearing a white shirt with black bow tie and black pants. String lights are hanging above them.
  • A bride and groom are dancing together outside at night, with the groom wearing a white shirt and dark trousers, and the bride in a white lace wedding dress with a veil. They are close and intimate, with the bride holding the groom's face. The background shows a modern building with large glass windows and string lights overhead, creating a warm, romantic atmosphere.

Photography that feels real, not overdone!

The goal is to be more than just your photographer. My clients are looking for something unique and exceptional. Its my job to accomplish that.
-Jamaal

“Not sure how he does it but I'm convinced there's some level of magic involved in his photography. The man's a genius with the camera..”

A bride and groom dancing outdoors on a paved pathway at Cantigny park surrounded by green trees, with a fountain in the background.
A bride and groom hold hands and gaze into each other's eyes by a lake at sunset.

“HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!! Jamaal Raushan Photography is prompt, creative, professional, engaging and brought my vision to life. I am a customer for life!!”

“His work is GREAT but nothing can top his personality!! Jamaal is definitely one of a kind!! You can tell this isn't just a job, he's passionate about his work. I recommend him to EVERYONE and I can't wait for my next big event!.”

A couple standing close together outdoors at Osaka Garden in Chicago, IL during sunset, holding hands and touching foreheads, with trees and a river in the background.
A joyful bride and groom at their North Rose Garden wedding celebration, holding signs with the word 'Thank' and 'You' smiling.

“Sir!!! Dear sir, I say! You will be my event photographer for EVERY event I have. You hear me?! Beautiful work and amazing job capturing the day!”

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A bride and groom dressed in wedding attire on a bridge with trees and greenery in the background during sunset.

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Your are going to write the next chapters of your life stories together , and I cannot wait to be apart of that.
-Jamaal Raushan

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