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The Best 10 Documentary Wedding Videographers in Ottawa, IL

20 Wedding Videographers in Ottawa, IL

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Toast Weddings

5.0

Documentary style
Starts at $2,500
Serves Ottawa, IL

We've been honored to create wedding films for hundreds of incredible couples. Each one of their stories is distinctive and we pride ourselves on creating moving films that artistically convey those love stories. We believe your wedding is not just about one day. It’s about your story leading up to that day and the stories that will come after. Our wedding videos bring your day to life – allowing the two of you to relive every laugh, every tear, and every moment that went by in a flash. Your loved ones will thank you for allowing your celebration to serve as a legacy of family history for generations to come.

“I am so thrilled we went with Toast photography and videography for our wedding! From the communication prior, to the day of, the team was very professional and easy to reach. They did such an amazing job, working their tails off to capture every detail of our big day. Both our photographer & videographer felt like friends by the end of the night. The photos we received are wonderful, so full of love, and she made us look like super models! The moment my husband and I started watching our highlight wedding video we were in tears of joy. It took us right back to our wedding day! If you’re on the fence about getting videography & photos, take this as your sign to do it, and to hire Toast!”

Julianna T., 7 days ago

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Reel Love Video

5.0

Documentary style
Starts at $1,299
Serves Ottawa, IL
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Reel Love is dedicated to providing wedding videography services to all couples looking to get married. Although each couple and every wedding is unique, we notice and appreciate the commonalities each share. Love, family, friendship, and tradition are at the forefront of every wedding we've had the privilege of filming. We look forward to telling your love story!

“We were thrilled with the services provided by Reel Love Video for our wedding day. From the very beginning, Ash was warm, responsive, and professional in her communication. She worked with us to customize a videography package that fit our needs and budget perfectly. On the wedding day, Ash was discreet and unobtrusive, yet she was able to capture beautiful, artistic footage that truly reflected the spirit of our ceremony. We were so pleased by the quality of the final video, which included special moments and details that we had missed in the excitement of the day. Ash's quick turnaround time allowed us to relive our wedding day soon after, and we know we will treasure this video for years to come. We highly recommend Reel Love Video to any couple looking to have their special day preserved on film!”

Caroline K., 2 months ago

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Wedberry Videography

5.0

Documentary style
Starts at $1,000
Serves Ottawa, IL

We are a talented team of two photographers and two videographers who specialize in creating stunning visual stories that you'll cherish forever. Your wedding day is one of the most special moments of your life, and our team is here to ensure every moment is captured beautifully. With a keen eye for detail, creativity, and a passion for storytelling, we capture the genuine emotions, candid moments, and all the magic of your big day.

“Thank you so much for not only capturing our wedding day so beautifully, but for this reminder of how joyful and special our day was. We are so thankful and grateful that we chose Wedberry for our big day, your team is so wonderful and talented and if you are reading this and planning your big day, don't look any further and book these guys immediately you won't regret it. Thanks again Dmitriy and Wedberry Pro Team for the beautiful memories that will last a lifetime!”

Kassia C., 18 days ago

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Kyrie Copeland Films

4.4

Documentary style
Starts at $5,200
Serves Ottawa, IL

Time capsule films for memory collectors. Our ability to capture and preserve some of our most pivotal life moments really is a gift. Every film is intended to act as a time capsule for my couples to re-live in 25 years.

“From day one, Kyrie took immediate interest in our story and made everything very easy for us. The passion and the caring professionalism that she provides just took away the stress of us being able to capture our amazing day and completed trusted her to be there for us! We can hardly wait for our finished product but if the snippet she provided us already is any indication of the level of effort that she is putting into our videos, we already know it is going to be epic.. If you want someone who is going to truly care and be there every step of the way, you couldn't choose anyone better than Kyrie!”

Sarah D., 7 months ago

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Visil Studio

4.3

Documentary style
Starts at $2,300
Serves Ottawa, IL

I’m Victor, the photographer and videographer behind Visil Photography & Video. I document weddings in a candid, documentary style, focusing on genuine emotion, meaningful moments, and the day's natural flow. My approach is quiet and intentional, allowing couples to stay present while their story unfolds naturally.

“We are absolutely thrilled with the work of Visil Videography. Victor went above and beyond, meeting with us multiple times to truly understand our wedding details and love stories. Our wedding film is a treasure; it allows us to relive the special moments of our big day. Victor's dedication and professionalism are truly commendable. We highly recommend Visil Videography for capturing the essence of our love story on film.”

Joanne S., 2 years ago

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Hitched & Highlighted - Video Lite & Content Creation

5.0

Documentary style
Starts at $725
Serves Ottawa, IL

Hi there! We're Justin + Nicole, Marine Corps Veteran + the owners/operators of HH - LOCAL to you with a TINY team of 2 per city to keep quality high and using local video vendors as you would. With 600+ 5-star reviews in our sister brand White Fox, our goal is to SAVE you money on wedding video with Video Lite. We formed HH in 2023 after struggling to find an affordable wedding video option for our wedding - so much that we went without :( Now we run our own small business catering to just that! Your package includes: -Ceremony recording -Highlight reel -RAW videos -RAW photos -Payment plans -Photo/video bundles -No fees!

“Hitched & Highlighted were the perfect wedding videographers for our special day. From our first interaction, their communication was efficient, detailed, and incredibly nice. They listened closely to our vision and worked diligently to capture all the meaningful moments that will allow us to relive our wedding day for years to come. The quality of their work was simply outstanding - we are thrilled with the high-quality, great footage that beautifully showcases the joy and love of our celebration. Hitched & Highlighted provided incredible value and we would highly recommend them to any couple looking to have their wedding memories preserved in a truly special way.”

Anisha, 2 months ago

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Timeless Vow Productions

5.0

Documentary style
Starts at $1,500
Serves Ottawa, IL
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I'm Shane Gustafson, the founder of Timeless Vow Productions and Gustafson Creative, LLC. As a videographer with more than ten years of experience, I know how to capture your special moments and allow you to cherish them forever!

“Timeless Vow Productions was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding videography. From the very beginning, their communication was responsive and they had a turn around time of about a week. They were also incredibly open to any changes or adjustments we wanted to make throughout the process after the video footage was edited. The final video they delivered was truly thoughtful, capturing all the special moments of our day with seamless transitions and high quality footage. The short video clip they provided was amazing and we were thrilled with how they were able to highlight all the most meaningful parts of our wedding. We would highly recommend Shane and the Timeless Vow Productions team for any couple's videography needs.”

Jacob & N., 3 months ago

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Akachi Media | Videography

5.0

Documentary style
Starts at $3,000
Serves Ottawa, IL

From beginning to end, our goal is to capture the beauty of your love and preserve memories that will last a lifetime. Akachi Media blends together the raw beauty of your wedding day to create a heart warming experience.

“Kyla is hands down one of the best wedding photographers/videographers you could ever work with, and her company Akachi Media, LLC is a MUST hire. While Kyla's professionalism and experience lead the way at any event, what you remember Kyla for is her vibrant personality and how she makes the day feel engaging and memorable. Whether with her clients or other vendors, Kyla is a joy to be around and makes sure the day flows with ease. Fun, easy to work with, and truly an experienced photographer/videographer. 10/10 recommend Akachi Media, LLC!”

Studio Grand Rapids, 2 years ago

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Gustafson Creative

5.0

Documentary style
Starts at $1,000
Serves Ottawa, IL
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After 10+ years in the business, my passion for visual storytelling is stronger now than ever before. I promise to capture each moment throughout your special day to help you relive it for years to come.

“As a videographer Shane’s talent for both capturing the right visual and engaging his subject to capture a story is top-notch. His production work is timely and on point”

Diana, 2 years ago

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Hungry Heart Films

5.0

Documentary style
Starts at $4,500
Serves Ottawa, IL

We’re Hungry Heart Films, a husband and wife wedding team in Chicago. We believe the best wedding films are unexpected and sincere, the kind of film that can transport you back to the feeling of that awesome day every time you watch it! Your vibe as a couple is unique and your wedding film should be too! We capture your day as it naturally unfolds, whether you're on the quiet side or throwing a rager to remember.

“We LOVE our wedding video and we also loved working with Brian and Rebecca! Brian was so easy to communicate with during the planning and they were both so nice during our Zoom call! AND best of all, our videos are so much better than we even expected them to be, our main film is so beautiful. Thank so much again Brian and Rebecca!”

Casey W., 2 years ago

Totally Kreative Video

Documentary style
Starts at $1,995
Serves Ottawa, IL

I started Totally Kreative Video in 2011 with the goal of providing professional quality video to businesses, organizations, groups, and individuals. We have been fortunate to work with a variety of clients including over 2,500 live events, producing television commercials, training videos, promotional videos, and music videos.

Joe Gibbs Photo & Film

Documentary style
Starts at $2,800
Serves Ottawa, IL

My name is Joe and I’m a wedding photographer and Videographer based in The Quad Cities. I specialize in capturing candid and authentic moments that tell the story of your special day. My photography style is rooted in a documentary approach, which means I prefer to capture candid and authentic moments over staging posed shots. By doing so, I aim to create a visual story that truly reflects your love story. Contact me to learn more about my services and how I can help make your wedding day unforgettable.

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A Beautiful Union

5.0

Documentary style
Starts at $3,500
Serves Ottawa, IL for additional fees

Hire one team for photography and videography! We are a wedding studio based in Portland, Oregon. We strive to capture timeless, heartfelt, and sincere imagery for couples in Portland and across the West Coast.

“From the moment we booked A Beautiful Union, the videography team was a dream to work with. Their communication was prompt, clear, and they took the time to truly understand our vision for the day. The quality of their work was top-notch - exquisite, pristine, and preciously detailed . On the day of our wedding, Daniel from A Beautiful Union was an absolute pleasure to have by our side, capturing all the special moments in a way that felt natural and unobtrusive. The final video was more beautiful than we could have imagined, allowing us to relive our wedding day over and over again. I can't think of a better person to trust with preserving the memories of your special day than A Beautiful Union. Highly, highly recommend!”

Caitlyn H., a year ago

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Purple Thistle Films

5.0

Documentary style
Serves Ottawa, IL for additional fees

Hi! I am a wedding filmmaker and award winning documentary filmmaker, shooting digital and Super 8 film. I make digital long format documentary wedding films, digital highlight films with 1 song and no day of audio and Super 8 highlight films. I consider wedding days exciting opportunities to step into communities and make something beautiful that reflects who people are and their experience. Get in touch if you are looking for someone with great instincts who can encapsulate your day authentically, reflecting the spontaneity of the moment. Love all love.

“A true visionary when it comes to documentary video! Easy going, with an eye for capturing authentic moments. Highly recommended artist!”

OGM Photography, 2 years ago

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Mawaddah Productions

5.0

Documentary style
Starts at $5,700
Serves Ottawa, IL for additional fees

Mawaddah Productions a women-owned videography company who has been dedicated to artistic and authentic storytelling worldwide for years. Specializing in wedding cinematography, Mawaddah Productions delicately crafts documentary heirloom films for romantics.

“I cannot thank Saja and Mawaddah Productions enough for producing the wedding film of my dreams! Saja was a joy to work with. She is exactly the type of person you want around you on your wedding day: calm, kind, and professional. Saja was proactive about communicating with my husband and I during the planning process and made an effort to get to know us and understand our hopes for our wedding day. The final film reflected that intentionality by showcasing the feelings and details of our day beautifully and authentically. Saja made us feel valued throughout the process of working with her, and went above and beyond by including some surprises with the delivery of our film. We will treasure our wedding film for decades to come.”

Freya & Z., 2 years ago

Williams Event Services

5.0

Documentary style
Starts at $1,500
Serves Ottawa, IL for additional fees

Conner Williams specializes in wedding videography, blending creativity and technical expertise to craft films that beautifully capture each couple’s unique love story. With a background in TV production and content creation, he brings a professional touch to every project. Conner’s personal approach ensures your wedding day is documented with care, creating timeless memories to cherish forever. Having completed plenty of weddings, his experience and dedication make him a trusted choice for preserving life’s most meaningful moments.

“We used Conner for our wedding on May 3, 2025. We were looking for a DJ and our photographer who had worked with him multiple times had recommended him…. Fast forward we found out he also did videography and we booked him for both- and we are so glad we did! He was so amazing, along with our photographer, they worked together so well and made sure we stayed on schedule and got all the moments captured we wanted. We almost didn’t go with videography but I’m so glad we decided to! He did such an amazing job with both the video and DJ. If we could do the day again, we would 100% have him again! He is so great to work with and so professional, I would recommend him to everyone! Thank you so much Conner for capturing the best day of our lives, the video was even better than we ever imagined. I hope we have the chance to work with you again in the future for another event. THANK YOU!!!!”

Libby B., 6 months ago

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Wedding Love Film:Bridal 4k video

5.0

Documentary style
Starts at $2,000
Serves Ottawa, IL for additional fees

Hi! I’m Anthony Hagen, the creative mind behind Wedding Love Film. I’ve captured over 350 weddings, turning candid moments into cinematic memories. From timeless, nostalgic films with my Cinema Camera Package to stunning 4K traditional edits, I create wedding films that truly reflect your story. Custom packages make it easy to fit your day—and your vision. Let’s make something unforgettable! 🎥✨

“As a fellow photographer, working alongside Anthony Hagen has been a truly remarkable experience. Anthony’s talent and dedication to his craft as a wedding videographer are evident in every project we’ve collaborated on. His ability to capture the essence and emotion of each moment is unparalleled, and his cinematic storytelling adds a magical touch to every wedding film. Anthony’s professionalism and easygoing nature make him a joy to work with, both for me and for our clients. He has an incredible eye for detail and a knack for being in the right place at the right time, ensuring that no precious moment goes unnoticed. The way he seamlessly blends into the background while capturing stunning footage is a testament to his skill and experience. I have seen firsthand how Anthony’s videography perfectly complements my photography, creating a cohesive and comprehensive visual narrative of the couple’s special day. The couples we’ve worked with have always been thrilled with the final results, and it’s clear that Anthony pours his heart into every project. I highly recommend Anthony Hagen to any couple looking for a talented, professional, and passionate wedding videographer. His work is truly exceptional, and I look forward to many more collaborations in the future.” Feel free to adjust or add any specific details that reflect your experience working w”

Jean H., a year ago

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Grace Kristine

5.0

Documentary style
Starts at $2,500
Serves Ottawa, IL for additional fees

From the start, I take time to understand your story and vision so your film reflects who you are as a couple. On the wedding day, my approach is calm and intentional — I blend into the background while staying tuned into the details that matter. I use cinematic techniques and thoughtful editing to transform your day into a timeless story you’ll want to relive over and over. At the heart of my work is passion: passion for storytelling, for creating art from real moments, and for giving you something that feels as alive as the day itself. My goal is not just to document your wedding but to create a film that moves you every time you watch it

“Working with Grace Kristine was an absolute joy from start to finish. She radiates warmth, love, and positivity in everything she does, and it truly shines through in her work. Grace has such a beautiful, artful eye — she captures the sweetest, most genuine moments in a way that feels effortless and authentic. Her communication was clear and consistent throughout the entire process, and she delivered everything exactly as promised — on time, with every detail thoughtfully executed. The final video exceeded all my expectations; it perfectly reflected the emotion and beauty of the day. Grace’s cheerful demeanor makes everyone around her feel comfortable and at ease, which allows her to capture those natural, heartfelt moments that make her work so special. I couldn’t recommend her more highly — she’s not only incredibly talented, but also one of the kindest, most genuine people you could hope to work with. I highly recommend Grace!”

Heather, 3 months ago

Hevesi Journal

Documentary style
Starts at $5,850
Serves Ottawa, IL for additional fees

Hello, my name is David, and I am a wedding filmmaker based in Atlanta, Georgia. While I call Atlanta home, I love to travel and capture beautiful stories across various destinations. My passion lies in crafting films that truly reflect the authenticity of each couple, bringing their unique story to life. Traveling allows me to explore new places, helping me find the perfect settings to enhance every couple's big day. I look forward to creating unforgettable wedding films that showcase the emotions, moments, and love that make each wedding day truly special.

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Trust in Light Studios LLC

Documentary style
Starts at $3,500
Serves Ottawa, IL for additional fees

Greetings, I'm Josue, the proud owner of Trust in Light Studios. We're your go-to experts in crafting captivating wedding video narratives. While we call Wisconsin and Illinois home, we're always ready to hit the road for your special day. My journey began with a deep love for wedding photography, and over time, we've skillfully incorporated the art of video storytelling into our services. Our dedicated team works tirelessly to create a seamless and unobtrusive experience for you and your partner. Don't hesitate to reach out – we're here to make your wedding memories shine!