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Hi! Mandelette Photography is a photography business based in Chicago, Illinois, and I’m here to help lovers look and feel their best in front of the camera so that they can have a stress free experience and gorgeous images for generations to come!
I think the most important thing that I can do as a photographer is to affirm and validate all sizes, genders, ages, cultures, abilities, and to help bring out your joy. The reason that we capture your moments is to help you feel beautiful and to see your natural glow as fine art.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the starting price for your wedding photography services?

$4,099

Which of the following are included in the starting price?

High-Res Images
Multi. Locations
One Event / Day
Digital Files

What is the price of your most popular wedding package?

$7,499

Which of the following are included in the price of your most popular wedding package?

2nd Shooter
Add'l Hours
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
Multi. Locations
Digital Files

What primary photographic style do you identify with?

Film
Natural
Photojournalism

What photography services do you offer?

Additional Hours
Destination / Travel
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
One Event / Day
Second Shooter
Video
Wedding Portraits

What photography items do you offer?

Albums
Canvas
Digital Files
Matted Prints
Prints
Save the Date
Thank You Cards
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97% Recommended by couples
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Rachel from Mandelette Photography is highly recommended by multiple reviewers for wedding photography. Reviewers praise her for her professionalism, attention to detail, and ability to make couples feel comfortable during the session. Her photos are described as beautiful and capturing special moments perfectly. Additionally, Rachel is commended for her prompt communication and quick delivery of edited galleries. Overall, reviewers highly recommend Rachel for wedding photography.

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This AI-generated summary gives you a snapshot of the overall ratings and feedback from the reviews this vendor has received.

Rachel from Mandelette Photography is highly recommended by multiple reviewers for wedding photography. Reviewers praise her for her professionalism, attention to detail, and ability to make couples feel comfortable during the session. Her photos are described as beautiful and capturing special moments perfectly. Additionally, Rachel is commended for her prompt communication and quick delivery of edited galleries. Overall, reviewers highly recommend Rachel for wedding photography.

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Nicole H. Sent on 12/07/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Must use photographer in Chicago

Rachel was amazing to work with!! She was so fun and bubbly and really wanted to get to know us. Our photos turned out beautiful and we got them back so fast. I can't recommend her enough!!
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Michelle Sent on 06/27/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Our photos are a work of art!

I have worked with Rachel and the Mandelette team professionally over the years, and when it came time to book a photographer for my own wedding, I knew I could trust Rachel and her team!!

My husband and I eloped in a City Hall ceremony, then spent the afternoon taking photos throughout the city with Sherry :D

Even though we had only met Sherry that day, we felt like we were able to connect with her immediately! We wouldn’t necessarily describe ourselves as “photogenic” but WOW looking through the photos had us feeling like celebrities!!! Sherry was able to capture every small look between us, and guide us into the best light and positions without formal posing. We felt very natural and at ease! She also immediately jumped in to help me with my dress, coordinate with our driver, and hold my purse or my husband’s suit jacket if needed which was so appreciated!

We’re so thrilled with our photos; every single one is a work of art! And they were so wonderful to share with our families when we told them the big news! We couldn’t be happier!
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Morgan P. Sent on 12/06/2020
5 out of 5 rating

The Absolute BEST!

Rachel was an absolute DREAM to work with! She helped capture our special proposal in Chicago that we will now have gorgeous pictures of to remember for the rest of our life. Rachel has a bubbly, free-spirited, easy-going personality that makes working with her an absolute joy. She delivered our pictures to us VERY quickly and they are absolutely stunning. I cannot wait to work with Rachel again in the future, I HIGHLY recommend for all your photography needs.
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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2022 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2021 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2020 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2019 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2018 Winner

Real Weddings

Mayra & Nikko
62 photos · 08/07/2021
Lauren & Mike
12 photos · 06/19/2021

Professional Network & Endorsements

2 Endorsements
Weber Events Weber Events Wedding Planners

Rachel came highly recommended by the sister of the groom and I am so glad she was available to shoot the wedding! Not only did Rachel arrive early, so she could scout out different view points to get the best shot of the bride and groom during their intimate backyard wedding, but she also took time to get detailed shots of the decor, location as well as individuals shots of all the family members with the bride and groom. The bride and groom were so happy with all the photos they received and love that they had Rachel there to capture all those memories for them. I look forward to using Rachel in the future!

Classic Wedding Car Classic Wedding Car Wedding Limos

Rachel is extremely professional, talented and friendly. Take a look at her profile or website and I promise you will be impressed. I feel that the friendly piece is very important, as I have worked with rude, uncommunicative photographers before who will knock you out of the way to get their shot. Rachel truly cares about her clients' happiness. I highly recommend Rachel!

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Mandelette Photography frequently asked questions

Mandelette Photography includes the following photography services in the starting price:
  • High-Res Images
  • Multi. Locations
  • One Event / Day
  • Digital Files
Mandelette Photography includes the following photography services in their most popular wedding package:
  • 2nd Shooter
  • Add'l Hours
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • Multi. Locations
  • Digital Files
Mandelette Photography offers the following photography styles:
  • Film
  • Natural
  • Photojournalism
Mandelette Photography offers the following photography services for weddings:
  • Additional Hours
  • Destination / Travel
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • One Event / Day
  • Second Shooter
  • Video
  • Wedding Portraits
Mandelette Photography offers the following photography materials for weddings:
  • Albums
  • Canvas
  • Digital Files
  • Matted Prints
  • Prints
  • Save the Date
  • Thank You Cards
Mandelette Photography is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.

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