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Based out of Chicago, Illinois, Alex Maldonado Photography is a company that offers wedding photography services. Alex, the owner and operator, wants you to enjoy your wedding day and have the best photography experience possible. This skilled creative can help guide you to having a happy and comfortable time as he snaps precious memories as treasured photos.
Alex has a decade of experience in creating images for couples getting married as well as families. He has a one-of-a-kind style of candid photography, which lets you be yourselves and have your wedding day moments documented in an authentic and fun way. Through Alex Maldonado Photography, you can focus on enjoying your big day while this professional creates your wedding photos.
Alex Maldonado Photography offers set and custom packages for your wedding photography. These all include at least six hours of coverage. You can also call on Alex for an engagement session, more coverage, hourly commissions, and the services of a secondary photographer.
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Destination Weddings
Destination Wedding Packages
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Engagement
Trash The Dress
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Online Proofing
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Second Shooter Available
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Wedding Albums
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Artistic
Classic
Documentary
Lifestyle
Modern
Wedding Activities
Getting Engaged
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After Party
Wedding
After Party
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Alex Maldoando
Owner
Aye there, I’m a wedding & lifestyle photographer with over a decade of experience based in Chicago. I’m passionate about capturing the moments for you and your loved ones. After all, it's not just about the photos—it's about the memories. When I'm not photographing a wedding or editing photos; you can find me in Humboldt Park sipping Yerba Mate, spending too much time online, and hanging out with “The Farm” 1 pup & 2 cats. Juno, Sage, and Yoko.
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31 reviews
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Alex receives glowing reviews from multiple clients for his exceptional photography skills, professionalism, and ability to capture special moments perfectly for events like weddings and proposals. Clients appreciate his talent, attention to detail, and friendly demeanor, making the experience stress-free and enjoyable. From surprise proposals to wedding shoots, Alex's expertise in photography shines through, delivering beautiful and memorable images that clients cherish. His responsiveness, creativity, and passion for photography have earned him high praise and strong recommendations from satisfied customers.
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Andrew B
5.0
2/28/2025
Alex is an amazing photographer and we loved working with him. We instantly felt very comfortable around him and he did a great job capturing the moment and talking us through all the different shots. His response time and communication are top notch as well. We highly recommend him!
response02/28/2025
Thanks Andrew! Happy to hear communication was fast and that you had a great time shooting...
, You both were awesome! thanks again for the kind words!
Mallory N
5.0
2/08/2025
We had a wonderful time working with Alex. Our initial plans had to be changed because of rain but he made it so easy. He was also super fun during the shoot and made it feel natural. We love our photos
response02/10/2025
Thanks for the review Mallory! Glad you both had a great time working together. Also alwa...
ys happy to accommodate and plan for those backup dates! Thank you again for the kind words.
Any questions?
Mitchell G
5.0
1/19/2025
Alex is the perfect photographer, especially if you are looking to have pictures taken in Chicago! From start to finish, Alex helped me plan our whole proposal surprise. He has countless amazing ideas on where to take photos throughout the city. I had complete confidence in the plan with Alex as our photographer... and of course, the pictures were phenomenal. Would highly recommend!!
response01/19/2025
Thanks Mitchell for your kind words! It was such a pleasure working with you to plan your ...
proposal. Chicago has so many amazing spots, and I'm happy that we could find the perfect locations to made your vision come to life.Congratulations again, and thank you for trusting me to capture such a special moment!
Eva M
5.0
1/11/2025
10/10 experience, you will not regret using Alex as your photographer - he was patient, flexible and overall so pleasant to work with from beginning to end!
response01/11/2025
Thanks Eva! Glad you had a great time working together, I know I did! Appreciate the kind ...
words from you two.
Joshua F
5.0
1/09/2025
Alex was great for our proposal photos. All the pictures were excellent and were delivered very fast (some of them the same day). Definitely would recommend.
response01/09/2025
Hey Joshua, Thanks for the review! Glad you found it to be easy and fun to work with and e...
njoyed a quick turnaround on your photos! Big congrats to you both!
Jeffrey T
5.0
1/04/2025
Alex was absolutely incredible, working with him made the proposal seamless. Not only was able to help me coordinate locations nearby were staying as well as timing and the events but also worked with her family to ensure they could be part of the special occasion.
We are beyond grateful for his help on that day and that is not to say that the pictures were anything shortness spectacular. There is certainly something that I myself very pleased with and I am glad that I had reached out to him and he was willing to work with us over the holidays. These photos are something we are proud of, and will be able to display in our home.
response01/04/2025
Hey Jeffrey thanks for the review! So happy to hear you guys had a great time and love the...
photos! It was a pleasure to help coordinate your proposal to make it perfect for you two!
Thanks again and happy new year!
Kyle T
5.0
12/11/2024
Amazing experience we had with Alex! From start to finish, everything was great. He was professional, friendly, and incredibly attentive to every detail, making sure every moment of our proposal was captured perfectly.
The photos came out great and we couldn't be happier with the results.
If you're looking for someone who will not only capture the essence of your proposal but also make the whole experience fun and stress-free, I highly recommend Alex!
response12/11/2024
Hey Kyle, thanks for the review. Glad to hear you had such a great experience from plannin...
g to capturing your big moment! You two were so much fun to hangout with and we got some really great shots! Thanks again and big congrats!!
Sheri L
5.0
10/31/2024
Alex was a phenomenal photographer for our wedding! The shots came out beautiful and his framing and composition was exceptional. He was super easy to work with and delivered exactly what we were hoping for in a short timeframe. On a stressful day like a wedding it was great not having to worry about the photographer!
response10/31/2024
Thanks Sheri for the kind words! Glad to hear we made you vision come together and that th...
e day was stress free! Thank you both and big congrats!
Anna M
5.0
10/13/2024
Alex was so great to work with for our wedding this past August. He traveled from IL to WI for us which we greatly appreciated. Alex is fun, easy-going, and takes great photos! He made sure everything was planned out before the wedding and made the day so easy. After the wedding, tons of guests commented on how great Alex was to work with. He even tackled some very large family photos for us with great patience and provided excellent direction. We would highly recommend working with Alex for your wedding!
response10/15/2024
Thanks Anna for the kind words! Glad to hear that all the planning helped make the day go ...
by smoothly. Your family and friends were so sweet, thank you all again for trusting me with your big day!
Patrick H
5.0
10/05/2024
Alex photographed our surprise proposal and everything turned out amazing!! He was an integral part of the planning process, always responsive, took incredible shots from a hidden location, and made what should have been a stressful day feel like a breeze. He stayed on after the proposal to take pictures of our family and turned the highlights around in under 24 hours. I’d highly recommend Alex to anyone looking for professional photos. He’s the ultimate professional and a great human being!
Laura G
5.0
8/09/2024
I cannot stop gushing about how fantastic Alex was to work with! The engagement shoot was a surprise to me and Alex sold the bit so well. The end photos were breathtaking and I'm so grateful for Alex's incredible talent!
response08/09/2024
Thank you Laura!
So glad to have been able to make your engagement even more memorable =]...
Jas S
5.0
8/05/2024
Alex is exactly what I was looking for when finding a photographer! I contacted him to photograph our proposal photos and they came out absolutely beautiful - Alex truly helped accomplish my vision fully, supporting me throughout the entire process. Both my fiancé and I cherish these photos, and everyone we show the photos to are in AWE.
Alex was easy to communicate with, responsive, flexible, positive, friendly and honest. Proposing can be nerve-wracking, but he was by my side (virtually and then in-person) every step of the way, and didn't drop the ball at any time.
We will always remember Alex's guidance, cheerfulness, lighting equipment, posing tips and willingness to capture wonderful memories. The entire evening was fantastic and we appreciate Alex from the bottom of our hearts.
Thanks again Alex! What a SUCCESSFUL proposal that could not have been possible without you and your expertise, professionalism and kindness.
response08/05/2024
Thank you Jas! Making your vision come to life is always the goal! Also happy to hear the ...
process from planning to shooting was so seamless and smooth. You two are amazing. Thanks again!
Jack C
5.0
3/21/2024
Alex was excellent. He took epic photos that truly "pop" with lighting. I highly recommend him for your engagement session, as he has great ideas on where to stand during the actual moment and has excellent proposal ideas. Such a smooth experience.
response03/22/2024
Thanks for the kind words Jack! Glad you had such a smooth experience, thats the goal!
Big...
congrats again.
Brittany B
5.0
3/04/2024
Alex worked with me to plan the perfect proposal. He was very accommodating with my day of time change to a slightly later time and quick on getting the photos turned around. Extremely easy to work with and would absolutely recommend
response03/04/2024
Thanks Brittany and Alex! Loved working with you two and BIIG congrats again to you both!
Mackenzie P
5.0
2/27/2024
Great experience! Very good to work with and communication was so easy. I would highly recommend Alex to anyone. I would use him again in a heartbeat! You will not b disappointed!
response02/27/2024
Thank you so much! Glad you two found it smooth and easy working with each other!
Ali S
5.0
2/25/2024
Absolutely thrilled with our experience with Alex! From start to finish, they were incredibly professional, attentive, and creative. Their ability to capture the essence of our love and relationship is unmatched. Every photo is a work of art, filled with genuine emotion and beautiful composition. We felt relaxed and at ease throughout the shoot, thanks to their friendly demeanor and expert direction. The final gallery exceeded our expectations, and we couldn't be happier with the results. If you're looking for an engagement photographer who truly cares about telling your story through breathtaking imagery, look no further than Alex. Highly recommend!
response07/11/2024
Thanks Ali! glad you two had such a great experience!
Andrew R
5.0
2/11/2024
Alex did an awesome job with our surprise proposal and then engagement photo session afterwards!
Super friendly and knew the area well.
5 stars for Alex!!!!
response02/11/2024
Hey Andrew! Thanks again for the review! Glad you all had a great time and felt celebrated...
!
Tricia H
5.0
2/03/2024
We used Alex for our proposal and then for our engagement/elopement photos. He is beyond talented and such a chill, fun person to work with. He knows exactly how to pose you and gives direct feedback to ensure you get the perfect shots you’ll love/don’t need to edit further. He gets you the photos quickly and is super responsive. Thank you Alex!!!
response02/04/2024
Thanks Tricia! Had a blast with you both!
Priyanka P
5.0
1/20/2024
Alex was wonderful to work with. My fiancé surprised me with the most special proposal and Alex captured the moment perfectly. He shared in the excitement with us, celebrated with us, and made us feel comfortable in front of the camera. I would definitely hire him for future events!!
response01/20/2024
Thanks Priyanka and so happy you felt celebrated and comfortable while taking photos! Cong...
rats to you both again and hope to work together soon to continue to tell your love story!
Allie L
5.0
12/07/2023
Working with Alex was a great experience! The biggest thing we wanted in an engagement photographer was someone who could help us look relaxed and natural in the pictures. We were worried about looking awkward in our photos, but Alex joked with us all day, resulting in very authentically happy photos. His posing directions were simple, natural and easy to follow. We had some rain and wind at the beginning of the shoot, but Alex was so adaptive and created amazing photos that incorporated the weather in such a fantastic way. We walked through a couple pre-planned locations, but Alex also did a great job of pointing out interesting backdrops for photos during our walk. He did an excellent job of fulfilling our vision of our engagement photos! We were able to get photos featuring the skyline and capture the authentic Chicago neighborhood vibe with our specific request of featuring the L. We highly recommend Alex!!
response12/07/2023
Hey Allie! Thanks so much! So happy we were able to make your vision come to life and have...
so of fun shooting around the city! Some of my favorite neighborhood shots!
Antonio O
5.0
12/01/2023
Alex was very professional, provided clear communication, and guided me throughout the entire experience. He really listened to me and helped bring my vision to life. I am grateful to have had him as the photographer for such an important moment and highly recommend him to anyone who is looking to capture their special moment!
response12/01/2023
Thanks Antonio! And congrats again to you both! I’m so glad you found the whole process wo...
rking together to be so easy and seamless!
Nadia C
5.0
11/22/2023
Thank you Alex for perfectly capturing our special moment! You made the process feel so natural, and the photos came out absolutely amazing. Low-light and unpredictable weather conditions are tricky to navigate, and not only did you take beautiful photos, but also worked with my fiancé to ensure the engagement was a complete surprise. Thank you again!
response11/22/2023
It was my pleasure! Thank you again for the review and for trusting me with your big momen...
t!
Congrats again!!!!!
Aaron A
5.0
11/22/2023
Alex was an absolutely incredible photographer, the whole process from booking to receiving the final photos was very seamless. I can’t thank you enough Alex, you really captured our beautiful moment better than I could even imagine! Thank you for being so easy to work with and making the effort to capture our low light environment at the top of the Sears Tower not only possible but a true success. We will cherish these memories and photos for decades to come :)
response11/22/2023
Congrats again Aaron and Nadia! I'm so happy we were able to make your vision come to life...
with your perfect proposal!
Thanks again!
Emily W
5.0
11/22/2023
My now fiancé hired Alex to photograph our proposal. Alex did such an amazing job of capturing our proposal without me even noticing him at first. Alex was so easy going and made us feel so comfortable. Alex sent us a few highlights way sooner than expected and he got our whole gallery of pictures back to us way before the estimated timeframe. This was such a pleasant surprise. He communicated so well with my fiancé about the plans (I found out all of this after the fact), very thorough and detail oriented. The pictures were so beautiful and we will truly cherish them forever. I cannot recommend Alex enough! Thank you Alex for capturing such a special moment in our life!
response11/22/2023
Thanks Emily for the kind words! I'm so thrilled I exceeded all expectations! Congrats aga...
in to you both!
Patrick T
5.0
11/21/2023
Alex was very responsive and accommodating to our proposal photo requests. The day of our engagement was unfortunately rainy, but Alex still managed to capture some amazing shots. We will definitely recommend Alex to our family and friends.
response11/21/2023
Thanks Patrick for the review, A little rain cant stop us!
Neil D
5.0
11/08/2023
If you're in search of an engagement photographer in Chicago who not only possesses incredible artistic vision but also offers a genuinely enjoyable and stress-free experience, I wholeheartedly recommend Alex Maldonado. His work is nothing short of extraordinary, and his commitment to making your special moments unforgettable is second to none. We are incredibly grateful to have had the opportunity to work with him, and we look forward to entrusting him with our future photography needs. Thank you, Alex, for creating lasting memories that we will forever hold dear.
response11/09/2023
Thanks Neil for the kind words, it really means a lot and I'm so happy to hear you had suc...
h a great experience! I'm excited to help tell the rest of your story together!
Lauren I
5.0
10/27/2023
ALEX IS THE ABSOLUTE BEST! We can't thank Alex enough for killing it with our wedding photos. Alex also gives you great direction with body movements, poses, lighting, and really with everything. My body movement is very awkward and he helped me feel relaxed and confident with creating these photos and making it a happy experience start to finish. He is supportive in the photos you want to take and he works his magic for the best outcome. Once we saw our photos, we cried out of joy. He really captured our love. The guy knows what he is doing! Thank you again Alex!!<3
response10/27/2023
Thank you Lauren for you review! I'm so happy you guys had a great time and experience tog...
ether! We absolutely got soo soo many great photos! Congrats again to you two!
Julio H
5.0
9/16/2023
Alex did a phenomenal job with our engagement photo. We truly enjoyed our session, he helped us think of different poses and we had so much fun. If your looking for someone that is professional, knows their job and make your photos last a lifetime….they Alex is the right person.
Shannon L
5.0
8/11/2023
Alex is THE person you want to go to for photos! He captures every single moment, just the way you’d want it. He is so knowledgeable about how to make your photos look great! We have had wonderful experiences with him on multiple occasions, and we plan to continue using his expertise!
Adam B
5.0
8/08/2023
Alex was absolutely wonderful to work with. He made the whole process fun and the final results were perfect. He really goes out of his way to make you feel special and does it all with a smile. Talking with him further, I really found out how big of a passion photography is for him and it shows in his work. Alex wasn’t just a photographer to me in our shoot, he treated me like a long time friend. I would highly recommend Alex for his professionalism, his work in photographer, and for the incredible person he is. Thank you so much Alex!
Josh M
5.0
8/07/2023
I had the absolute privilege of working with an extraordinary wedding photographer who exceeded all expectations. Their talent behind the lens is unparalleled, capturing every moment with an artistic eye that brings out the emotions and beauty of the day. Their professionalism and friendly demeanor put everyone at ease, making the entire process enjoyable and stress-free. From candid shots to posed portraits, every image reflects their dedication to perfection. I am genuinely impressed with the quality of their work, and I wholeheartedly recommend them to anyone seeking a truly exceptional wedding photographer.
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