Cristina G Photography

Cinematic Vibes

$7,000 starting price

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Cristina G

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Known for their cinematic and editorial approach, this Chicago based photo duo has a knack for capturing weddings with a modern yet timeless feel. Their work is defined by a focus on authentic moments that effortlessly blend style with emotion. With a background in storytelling and a keen eye for detail, they create polished, film-like imagery that feels as natural as it is artful. Whether shooting against a city skyline or in the intimate glow of a candlelit ceremony, their photos offer a fresh take on classic romance, making every wedding feel like a scene from a movie. We are Cristina and Constantin - globe trotters of European descent that made Chicago our home for the past 25 years, but enjoy summers exploring and working in France, Spain, Italy and Greece. We offer year round local rates (no travel fees) for weddings in Europe and cannot wait to work together to create a visual story that feels authentic, captivating, and uniquely you. Cristina G Photography is a professional wedding photographer in Chicago, IL. What You'll Love About Cristina G Photography Couples love this photographer's dedication to getting the right shot. They follow their client's vision and guarantee breathtaking wedding albums. Browse the photo gallery to view examples of their work.

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Meet the team

Cristina G
Owner
Hi! I am Cristina and in case it was not clear enough from my photos, I LOVE champagne!!! Drinking it, photographing it, celebrating every moment of every day with it, and lately fashioning little French café chairs out of the cork cages for fun. I live to create, whether through photography, interior design, food or gardening. I often times day dream of becoming the Next Food Network Star and practice recipes in my kitchen.
Constantin M
Partner - Lead Photographer
Constantin is a gifted photojournalist and accomplished graphic designer. He lives to capture those moments you thought no one was there for, but the two of you. He is the eternal photography student, always eager to learn new techniques and test the latest equipment. He loves nature and the outdoors and dreams of one day visiting Mount Athos.

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Cristina and her husband are described as a magical and essential wedding team, offering impeccable service and going above and beyond to ensure a flawless event. Multiple reviewers commend their professionalism and attention to detail, highlighting their talent in capturing epic moments and creating stunning photos. From engagement to wedding day, the duo is praised for their seamless collaboration, ability to make couples feel comfortable, and efficient communication. The quality of their work, from unique and breathtaking shots to luxurious album presentation, is highly lauded, making Cristina a top choice for wedding photography.

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Lauren S

4/19/2025

I don’t know where to begin to describe how amazing Cristina is! Cristina & her team are not only talented and professional, they’re magicians! From capturing epic shots, to wrangling guests, to conceptualizing event designs, Cristina does it all. My husband & I hired Cristina as our first vendor after seeing how amazing her work was at a friend’s wedding. We didn’t have anything planned aside from knowing we wanted an international destination wedding & we were lost to be quite honest but, Cristina came to the rescue. She helped consult on nearly everything. We had struggles with international vendors & she was there to assist in making sure our vision came to life. Cristina helped us pick the right deisgn, decor, venues, outfits & even WEATHER! It was tough for us to find a date for our engagement shoot as I travel quite frequently for work & was limited. When we finally picked a date, we didn’t have an option of rescheduling & it began storming. Cristina put our minds at ease & told us to trust her, boy are we glad we did. After the storm passed, we had a small window to shoot in natural light. Cristina worked her magic in getting fantastic shots while the sky was on fire with the most amazing colors as a backdrop! Then when we finally settled on the destination of Montemurlo (a small Italian town) for our wedding, Cristina’s magic shined more. She suggested another shoot at the iconic Ponte Vecchio at sunset. Naturally, we were worried about massive summer tourist crowds but Cristina wasn’t. Her team was able to wrangle the crowds & get epic shots that look like they belong in a magazine. Now come wedding day - I was a little terrified coming into the wedding with all Italian vendors aside from Cristina. And to be honest, not everything turned out as planned (it never does) but, Cristina worked her magic & no one was the wiser. My dress wasn’t altered properly & at certain angles, was inches off my chest and torso. It was humid & nearly 100 degrees without air conditioning, everyone covered in sweat. There were many things that weren’t ideal but, with Cristina’s expertise, our photos look like they’ve come out of a modern fairytale. Not to mention, all our guests loved Cristina’s team! It was like they were family in attendance that just happened to be fantastic photographers. And It doesn’t end there…Since we got married overseas, she wanted to do our flatlays prior to leaving the country. So she went above & beyond by searching for an olive tree in order to have real olive branches & leaves in our flatlays to match our wedding day asthetic (she would not do artificial & I’m so glad!). To our surprise, she preserved the tree she bought & it vegetatively propagated a baby olive tree that she gifted us. Massimo (the olive tree) is now a daily reminder of our favorite wedding memories & Cristina. All I’ve written doesn’t even capture how amazing Cristina is. She went above & beyond to help guide us in so many aspects beyond just photography. You can tell how much she cares about her craft & her couples! You would be beyond lucky to have her as a vendor to help guide you, especially if you’re planning a destination wedding!

Carolyn V

3/31/2025

Cristina really made our wedding day so special. She isn't just a photographer she's a wedding planner/maid of honor/photographer all in one. Leading up to the special day, she really got to know us as a couple. Communication was easy, and she was always available. Looking back, I can't imagine how we would've managed without their experience. From providing the optimal timeline for taking pictures to making sure we were able to include everything we wanted for our wedding day. We were lucky to have both Cristina and her husband, Constantin, on our wedding day. They ARE. THE. DREAM. TEAM. It’s clear that they are very talented photographers, and their seamless collaboration really showed in every shot. They really have an eye for composition, and the balance between more formal shots with a dozen people in frame and dramatic shots with my veil blowing in the wind. We are obsessed with our photos. I wish I could print every single picture!!! We just received our album, and we are IN LOVE. The album quality is beyond reproach, the cover and materials are luxurious. Even the layout/spreads of the photos have clear intent and care behind them.

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Angelica D

12/31/2024

Cristina and Constantin were amazing! They went above and beyond to get the right pictures. They were in control and i followed and trusted their vision. We used them for our engagement and wedding photos. Will be using again for future needs. Highly recommend, our pictures always turn out beautiful!!!

Kiana K

11/26/2024

"Cristina did an amazing job capturing our special day at City Hall. She is incredibly talented and has a unique eye for detail that really made our photos stand out. Not only did she take very unique pictures with extra details to make everything look great, but she also went the extra mile to coordinate with other vendors for the wedding ceremony. Her collaboration with the other vendors ensured that everything ran smoothly and seamlessly. We are so grateful for her skill, dedication, and teamwork. Thank you, Cristina, for giving us such stunning memories to cherish forever."

Claire W

9/12/2024

Simply the best. Cristina made us feel so comfortable and captured the day exactly as we had hoped for. She understood our style and the photos from our wedding day perfectly capture that. But Cristina as a person? 10/10. You feel like you’ve known her your whole life and her enthusiasm and positivity is infectious. Could not recommend more!

Anna P

7/03/2024

Without a doubt one of the best decisions of our wedding was hiring Cristina and her husband. They were amazing to work, communicating so well on small tweaks in our posing and works so efficiently .And when it started raining, they ran back to our trolley because they had packed the cutest black and white umbrellas "just in case" and those ended up being some of our favorite photos. They captured EVERY important moment of our wedding and in the most beautiful way possible. And did I mention how QUICK we got our photos back and looking through them it was hard to pick our favorites because they were all so good! I would pick her and her husband as our photographer over and over and over again, if you are lucky enough to work with them do it, you will NOT regret it!

Marisa C

6/28/2024

Our experience with Cristina was truly everything we'd hoped for and more. She put us at ease, gave helpful directions, and was really thoughtful about photo locations - all leading to stunning pictures that I can hardly believe are mine. I had really hoped for a lot of outdoor pictures, but our wedding day ended up being much colder than anticipated - I appreciated how Cristina politely but firmly insisted on getting through our shot list, despite our complaints about the cold. She listened to what I wanted during our calls prior to the wedding and made sure that I got it, in a way that made us all feel so great throughout the experience. She has been so communicative both before and after the wedding - I knew when to expect our preview and final photos. Both were so thoughtfully constructed. My husband and I will absolutely be working with Cristina again for all the major events in our lives!

Shannon D

5/29/2024

Working with Cristina as our wedding photographer was an absolute delight! She's not only incredibly talented behind the lens but also easy to work and communicate with. From the engagement shoot to the wedding day, Cristina was a dream to work with, making us feel comfortable and also capturing the essence of us. She went above and beyond to deal with a last minute snafu with one of our public park locations, providing clear and easy other plans. She and her photographer Becca were so friendly and professional on the day of, ensuring everything ran smoothly and beautifully. If you want breathtaking photos and a stress-free experience, Cristina is your go-to photographer!

Danielle L

3/25/2024

Cristina and Constantin are the dream team!! Choosing the right photographer to capture our most beloved moments was so important to us and one of the first vendors we booked. The signature champagne photo is what caught our eye and after our first meeting we knew we had to have them as our photographers! From engagements photos, to rehearsal dinner, to wedding day, Cristina and Constantin captured all of the magic of every moment. Their experience and expertise helped during the planning phase to wedding day with a large wedding party and family. While doing all of these things they still managing to get the most beautiful photos and made us feel so special. If you have the chance to hire Cristina G, I highly recommend doing so!! We are so thankful for the memories captured by Cristina that we can look back on forever.

Alicia T

3/22/2024

I am a Chicago wedding planner however I had booked Cristina for my own wedding!! She is a true artist. Her photography is absolutely fabulous. Not only is her work one of a kind, she is such a pleasure to work with. Her response time via email is almost immediate. She makes you feel at ease during any photoshoot. My husband and I adore her. We had her shoot our Engagement Photos, our maternity photos, a Family Fall shoot and of course our big day. It can be uncomfortable to get in front of a camera but Cristina and her husband (2nd shooter), made both my husband and I feel relaxed and we had so much fun during any of our shoots. She will give you great recommendations on photo locations and delivers the sneak peak gallery very quickly. There are SO many photographers to choose from here in Chicago, but she is truly one of a kind. Book her, book her, book her!!!!!!

Mike M

3/22/2024

I don't really know where to begin. Christina and her husband Costantin are beyond great. I'm not big into photos but my wife assured me that they are the best, and she was not lying! They have captured our son's first fall all the way up to our wedding day. The way they go about the photos really make things so easy. They are great with kids and people who hate taking photos i.e. me. Placement and setting is always to perfection and the end result is usually a wow moment. To be honest I don't ever consider it even a business transaction anymore. It's just friends taking photos together.

Emily W

1/21/2024

Cristina is incredibly talented, kind, and fabulous, in short. She is self assured from years of experience and is well versed in handling a plethora of scenarios and situations, which makes you feel instantly at ease and in good hands. Her empathy, compassion, and genuine nature allow her to effortlessly connect with her clients and families - we loved her from the start! She and her husband Constantin work together seamlessly - he is just as talented and was wonderful to have as a second shooter on our wedding day. Cristina is a perfectionist and will do whatever it takes to get the perfect shot , which translates into an incredible work product, with photos you will want to frame instantly. She has a discerning eye for what works and what doesn’t and is very adept at guiding couples who may be less confident in front of the camera or inexperienced with professional photography , helping with poses while simultaneously creating a playful and natural output that doesn’t look forced. She pays attention to the couple’s individual needs and style and strives to exceed their expectations in her work. Despite her impressive clientele roster and busy schedule, she makes you feel like a priority in every communication, which we really appreciated throughout the wedding planning process. She genuinely cares about her clients and her work and it is evident in her strong relationships and beautiful photos. Do not hesitate to hire Cristina for your wedding or other photography needs - you will not regret it! We look forward to hiring her again for future photoshoots :)

Caroline C

1/06/2024

We loved working with Cristina and her husband! She did our engagement and wedding photos. For the engagement photos, she was very communicative about picking a location and even helped me pick out my outfit. And for our wedding photos, they were so organized and kind to everyone. We got so many complements on their service and on the final wedding photos! They’re definitely worth the money.

Dillon and Katie M

12/19/2023

Leaving a five-star review for Cristina G Photography is the easiest decision we've made in the past year. Our entire experience with Cristina was nothing short of amazing. From our initial meeting to discuss photo plans and hear about her extensive experience to the comfort she provided on our wedding day, Cristina has been first-class in every way. Elegant, vibrant, and filled with love - these are just a few adjectives that describe the final pictures from our special day. The level of comfort she instilled in us on our wedding day was priceless, giving us the peace of mind we needed to fully enjoy the moment without any added stress. The array of pictures we received was beyond our expectation. The book Cristina put together for us is absolutely stunning, and we're thrilled to cherish it forever. Cristina's attention to detail is unmatched, and her experience and big heart truly shines through. She is the ultimate professional, capturing the best shots while ensuring we felt comfortable and had fun throughout the process. Blown away is an understatement. We wholeheartedly recommend Cristina and her team to anyone in need of exceptional photography. We eagerly look forward to working with her again for our future family photograph needs. Thank you, Cristina and Constantine, for making our special day even more memorable.

James M

11/15/2023

It was such an honor and a privilege for us to work with Cristina G! She's such an incredibly talented artist and she was so much fun to work with on our wedding day. She was both super organized and very personable, directing us and capturing some of the most amazing moments of our special day. We're especially thankful for the many special moments she was able to capture of us and our friends and family over the course of the day--what a joy to have those moments captured...and captured so beautifully through her lens!

Lauren K

11/12/2023

The BEST!! Cristina and Constantin are absolutely amazing!!!!!!!! They captured our wedding day with such classy elegance, both in their demeanor and poise as well as with their stunning photos. Their timeless style makes for the best photos and albums, and their calming presence throughout the day made everything run so smoothly! Cristina is a true gem and has the best vision for every shot to make the day come to life in the most beautiful way! Cannot recommend her enough - definitely one of the best decisions we made for our wedding day! <3

Brittany S

10/31/2023

WORTH. EVERY. PENNY. Cristina and Constantine are hands down the best photographers to work with. They made us feel so comfortable every step of the way and truly listened to our vision. From our very first meeting, to engagement photos, to finally receiving our beautiful photo album, Cristina G Photography has been such a dream to work with. They made the entire process so easy and enjoyable. You would never be able to tell from our photos that my husband and I are camera shy! I cannot look at our photos without crying. They are truly the “fly on the wall” who capture the most precious, most priceless moments throughout our special day. There are not enough words to express how happy we are with our photos and we cannot wait to use Cristina G Photography in the future!

Anne M

10/17/2023

Cristina and Constantin are the dream team! They gently pose and direct everyone, and take the absolutely most beautiful photos. They are subtle yet somehow capture all of the important moments. It is a pleasure to have them as part of the day, and a treat to receive the stunning photos afterwards. Classy and professional- they are THE BEST and we highly recommend them!

Jaime S

10/09/2023

If you're a photo-shy couple, picking a photographer can be tricky--you want someone who will help you feel comfortable, give you direction, and produce beautiful photos. Cristina will do just that. We planned our wedding from out-of-state, but we got to know Cristina over Zoom and finally meeting in person was like meeting an old friend. Cristina captured the most stunning photos that we will cherish forever, and helped us build our album in a snap. I cannot recommend her enough!!

Eleni L

9/16/2023

Where do I even begin...if you are lucky enough to secure Cristina G as your photographer-do not even hesitate! Photography was the area I wanted to be extremely thoughtful of when choosing- that and the venue were most important to me. I was instantly drawn to Cristina’s style, and wanted to work with her. It is a big decision to make, and it is one I would do a hundred times over. Cristina and Constantin will do so much more than take the most amazing pictures. They are experts in the field and have so much experience working all around Chicago and with different venues. They know where to go to get the best pictures- how to truly capture the magic! From start to finish we worked with each other for about a year, and are still working together on the most perfect wedding album. Since the beginning of working together, Christina has been so great and most professional. On top of taking the most beautiful pictures for us (from our engagement shoot to the wedding), Cristina and Constantin have been such a pleasure working with. If I could, I would have hired them for my engagement party, shower, rehearsal, etc. I I cannot give Cristina and Constantin a higher level of recommendation. We look forward to working with them in the future! <3 Eleni and Elias

Jenna M

9/10/2023

Hiring a photographer is one of the most important decisions you will make for your wedding. After spending so much time planning your perfect day, you want a photographer who will help you remember and relive it over and over. Hiring Cristina was one of the best decisions we made! She is professional, talented, creative and so easy to work with! The photographs she took of our wedding are beautiful and timeless. Everything she captured, from the small details of our wedding, to the portraits, to the candid photos, was perfection! I highly recommend Cristina!

Amanda H

4/01/2023

Cristina is the best! The photographs of our wedding day are incredible. She was the best investment on our wedding day. She and her team make sure that your memories of the big day are fun, professional and saved for years to come. I would recommend taking her offer for a engagement photo session. She provides great feedback during the session to get you and your fiancé comfortable in photographing together as well as with her style.

Allie C

3/12/2023

Amazing...Cristina G did a fantastic job with all our wedding & engagement photos and was very easy to work with throughout the entire process. Christina G was very professional and we could not have asked for a better person/team to help capture our big day. We very highly recommend her for any event.

Rachel P

11/24/2022

Ok where do I begin? Honestly choosing Cristina to be our photographer was in the top 3 of our most important and best decisions throughout the wedding planning process. She is a true artist and I couldn’t be more grateful that we were fortunate enough to work with her. I felt her genuine excitement and love on our wedding day. She captured amazing details and put so much care and thought into every shot. She is incredibly kind but also assertive which is so necessary when it comes to wrangling the troops the day of the wedding. And I mean this next part in the best way possible - after the formal photos were done, I forgot she was even there! She and Constantine were the ultimate flys on the wall capturing the ceremony, reception and everything that followed. I could go on and on about her professionalism on that day. But she really outdid herself after the big day by working tirelessly on the most amazing preview of photos we received while on our honeymoon. I can’t say enough about her, only that I’m sad it’s over! Choose Cristina to be your photographer! I write this review on Thanksgiving Day, honestly just so very thankful for her and the memories she gave us to look back on forever and ever.

Sarah P

11/10/2022

Cristina G is the best of the best. They captured our wedding day so beautifully and made the process very enjoyable. Cristina and Constantin made us feel like super stars. They are so good at providing direction, have an enthusiasm that is just infections, and are genuinely happy to be there capturing your day. Some more reasons Cristina G is great- 1. They were flexible with us over two COVID postponements. 2. They took the time to get to know our wedding party and family, helping everyone feel special and included. 3. They are communicative and helpful at advising you at putting together your shot list and choosing locations. 4. They have a knack for capturing those little in-between moments, where everyone is natural and it's not a set shot. They really have a great eye for detail and are able to capture the essence of your joy. We will treasure Cristina G's work for years to come. I can't recommend them enough. We already look forward to working with them in the future to capture more of life's special moments.

Rose R

5/24/2022

Cristina was beyond incredible! She made the whole process run smoothly and her professionalism was extremely impressive. Of course, all of the photos were stunning and she captured moments beautifully! HIGHLY recommend!

Bethany M

2/17/2022

We absolutely loved working with Cristina and her photos speak for themselves. Cristina was great at communicating and worked with us as we had to reschedule due to Covid. Cristina made us feel comfortable during our engagement session and throughout our wedding day. We had a 20 plus person bridal party, and she (plus Constantine) were able to keep us all on track. Cristina went above and beyond helping to find locations in the city that would work not only for our bridal party but also for our family photos. When I first saw the photos I couldn't believe how beautiful they were, but seeing them in the album Cristina helped create was even better. I couldn't recommend her enough.

Shoshana G

1/22/2022

Cristina is too wonderful for words! She is an absolute joy to work with and her photos are beyond stunning. Neither my husband nor I have any idea what we’re doing in front of a camera, and Cristina could not have been kinder or more patient with us during both our engagement photos and wedding day. We brought along our dog for our engagement photos, and Cristina never batted an eye during his less-than-cooperative moments. She made the engagement photo session a complete breeze and so much fun from start to finish. Her partner, Constantin, joined for the wedding day, and they made the most incredible photography duo. They captured all the important moments and ensured that we got every last photo we wanted. They also handled corralling everyone for large family photos in an extremely timely and orderly fashion. They’re both so lovely, fun to work with, and take the most incredibly beautiful photos! I could not recommend Cristina (and Constantin!) more highly.

Kaiti C

1/17/2022

Cristina and Constantine were an absolute pleasure to work with for our November 2021 wedding! We had to push the date back 2 times but Cristina was accommodating and understanding. The images that they captured were better than we could have ever imagined! We relied on Cristina for recommendations of where to have our photos taken based on time and location, and the ones she picked out were stunning! She also recommended the hotel and suite we ended up having guests stay at and the bride and groom to get ready in. Constantine was so good at getting our 3 year old ring bearer to smile during the church formals, no easy feat. We would 100% recommend Cristina G photo for any wedding (or event) needs!

Jeannie M

11/08/2021

We are so happy we decided to go with Cristina G Photography for our wedding. What we loved most about Cristina is her patience and willingness to do whatever it took to get the best photos for our special day. We found her style to be the perfect mix of posed photos and candid photos. When it came to the posed photos, her attention to detail was impeccable. She looked at every detail as she was taking the photo - from the bride's hair & position of her engagement ring to how the groom was standing. Since we did not have a wedding planner, Cristina worked with us directly on our day of schedule and she was spot on with all of the recommended times she suggested for our schedule. On the day of our wedding, there were multiple wedding parties trying to shoot at the same location. Cristina was extremely flexible and creative to navigate taking photos on a busy summer wedding day in Chicago! We LOVED all of our photos and have received so many compliments on how beautiful they turned out. Thank you, Cristina G Photo, for capturing our special day!!

Natalie T

11/01/2021

Cristina and her team were an absolute pleasure to work with. When we requested to get photos at the place we met—Wrigley Field—on a game day, she leaned in and embraced the whole experience to get us 100s of amazing shots in our special place. You know someone care about their clients and the work when midway through our session, we looked over at Cristina smiling ear to ear looking through her photos with excitement over the shots. We just got our wedding photos back, and I can barely narrow them down. Cristina and Konstantin really captured the joy of our weekend . . . each photo brought back a flood of memories. They also captured some beautiful artistic shots, straight out of an editorial shoot. We truly felt like she understood "us" and translated that through her creative, kind, and uber talented lens.

Betsy W

10/30/2021

Cristina was the best! We was so excited about working with her after looking at her portfolio. Meeting her in person confirmed she was exactly the right photographer for us! She was so amazing and patient to work with through the pandemic and rescheduling our wedding with COVID. She was amazing on the wedding day - professional, organized and deliberate. We didn't feel like we were wasting time with endless/unnecessary photos. She captured the day perfectly, so many expressions and scenes that we will cherish forever. The photos are amazing and we feel so lucky we were able to work with Cristina and Konstantin! Thank you!

Paige C

10/29/2021

Cristina was the first vendor I hired as I quickly fell in love with her timeless and chic portfolio. She was incredibly reliable and easy to work with throughout the entire planning process, and so helpful during the postponement of our large wedding. We were lucky enough to be able to have a small family-only ceremony on our original date, and the photos that Cristina captured truly embodied what an intimate and beautiful day it was. We cannot wait to have Cristina photograph our large wedding this Spring!

Lexi G

10/29/2021

Cristina and Konstantin are a DREAM! Choosing the right photographer was so critical to us as we knew these photographs were how we would reflect on our big day. Once we saw Cristina's portfolio, we were hooked and knew we had to have them! Not only are they the sweetest, but they were so tentative to the bridal party as well as our family and friends. Their experience and expertise made our day so seamless and comfortable! From fanning out my dress and veil, to suit adjusting and hair fluffing, these two really do it all to make sure that every shot is perfect. Since the day we received our photos, we have not stopped staring at them! They make us laugh and cry the happiest tears as we are reliving some of the happiest moments of our lives. The way that Cristina and Konstantin captured the most candid moments is something we will truly cherish forever!! These two will always hold a special place in our hearts and we would recommend them over and over again!

Sarah B

10/28/2021

Cristina and her team were better than I could have ever imagined! The way she captured my wedding day was magical. Not only does she always find the right angles, but she also has a knack for capturing the mood and vibe that our wedding day was all about! She made my husband and I feel so comfortable with her and we had so much fun right from the start. Cristina listens to your vision and brings it to life. She is just so talented, professional, kind, funny, and sweet - you can't go wrong! If you want the best photographer for your event, you want Cristina!

Abby C

6/23/2021

I LOVED working with Cristina and her team. They are an incredibly talented group of individuals. The pictures are STUNNING. Our whole wedding weekend was captured so beautifully, I feel so grateful that they were there to capture the love from the weekend. Additionally, she was so easy to work with. Cristina is extremely organized and efficient but is also so kind and thoughtful. I absolutely loved working with Cristina G and her team and am thrilled with how she photographed our wedding. The photos will be a treasured keepsake of ours for the rest of our lives.

Maggie B

10/31/2020

Cristina is simply the best in the business!! She did our engagement photos and then our small little "covid" wedding. The photos were STUNNING. She took photos that truly captured the essence of the day and we look back at them to remember those special moments all the time. She really makes the day all about you, making sure to capture every part of your special day and you barely know she's taking photos. We were are so thankful for Cristina, her beautiful spirit, and incredible talent! I would highly recommend her to anyone. Needless to say we are ecstatic that she will be shooting our rescheduled reception next June! :)

Martha O

10/30/2020

Cristina came through for us in a time of need with grace and professionalism. She is creative, patient and truly wants to understand what we wanted. Thank you Cristina for being an amazing partner on this beautiful journey. We cannot wait to work with you again!

Jessica M

10/30/2020

Cristina is the best!!! She is truly the most talented photographer. She finds stunning backdrops in any location so that the photos turn out beautifully. She is also the sweetest person and makes you and your whole family feel so at ease. My wedding was rescheduled (twice!) due to COVID and Cristina was so accommodating and flexible. She was a ray of sunshine on the wedding day - such a joy to be around. Thank you Cristina for giving me and my family beautiful memories to last a lifetime!

Sarah B

9/13/2020

OBSESSED! From beginning to end Cristina G was so helpful, professional and easy to communicate with. Being an out of state bride, she was able to meet with us twice before the wedding with our short window of being in town. We got married on 11.23.19 and it was epic. Thank god we have incredible pictures to remember it all. Her assistant Konstatin was amazing as well. A highlight that I loved was the evening champagne popping pics. So good! I'm honestly in love with so many pictures that I still can't choose all the ones I want hanging in my home. There are too many options, a great problem to have! I would also highly recommend getting one of the albums she offers, it is absolutely stunning and the quality is impeccable. So glad we did that! Do yourself a favor and hire Cristina G for your wedding! You won't regret it!

Yasamin K

12/14/2019

Cristina and her second-shooter, Konstantin, are beyond amazing. When we first started searching for a wedding photographer in Chicago, we were overwhelmed, as there are so many options. However, Cristina’s portfolio quickly caught our attention. Specifically, we noticed her nighttime portraits and the excitement and energy that each one captured. I had never seen photos that were so beautiful. After speaking with her and looking over her packages, we knew that she was the one. There are so many wonderful things to say about Cristina, so this post will be a little long. But most importantly (to me), Cristina is incredibly responsive. Before and after the wedding, she responded to each of my emails within 24 hours, no matter how small or silly the question. She was always kind, straight-forward, and patient. A few months before our wedding, I saw in one of her Instagram posts that Cristina offers hybrid (film + digital) packages. Since our venue was very romantic and garden-esque, we knew that we wanted to benefit of both mediums. It was one of the best decisions that we made in the wedding planning process. Obviously, everyone knows that Cristina’s digital images look as if they were taken straight out of a high fashion magazine, but to me, her film images are even more beautiful. She was able to capture such vibrant colors and soft images. I honestly can’t stop staring them. Also, I can’t imagine that our day would have run as smoothly with any other photographer. Cristina kept everyone on schedule. My day-of coordinator actually told us that she was one of the best photographers that she’s worked with. After the wedding, we received so many photos, and I’m not exaggerating when I say that I love all of them. We have so many images perfect for printing and hanging, but she also captured our guests and our interactions with them. I think many people underestimate how meaningful those photos end up being. We are able to look back and see our family and friends enjoying themselves on the dance floor, and we weren’t able to enjoy all of those moments on our wedding day, as we were so busy mingling. I look back at the photos, and they take me right back to that day. And finally, we ordered our wedding album and parent albums through Cristina. That process was seamless, and we are blown away by the quality of the albums. (I’ve actually had five people reach out to me to ask where I had them made.) If we had to do it again, we should choose Cristina and her team every time! They are simply the best of the best!

Ariana J

11/01/2019

My fiancé and I feel so lucky to have had the opportunity to work with Cristina. We had been searching for months and spoke/met with several wedding photographers in the city of Chicago. We wanted to have a photographer that would fit our personality and capture our photos the way we envisioned them, and Cristina was the perfect fit! She is SO passionate about her job. She was very knowledgeable about lighting, backgrounds, and many other details (from time of day to the best backgrounds based on the season and trees changing color) that made us feel so comfortable working with her. Cristina also takes the time to listen to your ideas and concerns, and will use her expertise to bring the vision of your dream photos to life with her skills and creativity. Another important quality that Cristina has is that she is PERSONABLE! She is so easy to talk to and have fun with. She is confident and makes you as the client feel at ease. I was a little nervous for our engagement shoot and leading up to the day she took away all of my worries with her advice and suggestions. We feel SO lucky to have Cristina there to capture our wedding day and could not recommend her enough to our family and friends! XO

Lorry W

10/30/2019

Cristina has a gift. Anyone can "take a photograph", but it takes a very special talent to capture a personality, a look, a special moment. She is prompt in responding, fun to work with, skilled at giving direction, always smiling, full of great ideas, exudes a quiet air of confidence...you know are you in good hands. Regarding The Champagne Pop.... we were married on January 20, 2019. It was a full wolf moon AND a total lunar eclipse, a dusting of lake effect snow was swirling, and Cristina captured our champagne pop AND the eclipse while standing outside in frigid temperatures, and yes....smiling! It was magical. She is truly amazing, and we treasure our pictures.

Colleen P

10/30/2019

Cristina and Konstantine were a joy to work with. From the organization and planning prior to our wedding, to the excitement, direction, and professionalism on the day I would highly recommend their talent. It certainly is an art! Thank you for capturing our day into beautiful memories!

Hannah C

10/30/2019

From the moment I walked into Cristina’s office at our first meeting I knew there was no one else I wanted to be our photographer to capture our special day. She is warm and has such a fun spirit I knew she would capture all the special moments we wanted to treasure. Cristina shot our engagement photos on a cold Chicago day - braving the elements to get beautiful shots. On our wedding day and leading up to it, Cristina was professional, energetic and genuinely excited for us. As it poured rain on our wedding day and ruined my “fall wedding” photo dreams, she brought that dream back to life so quickly with a change of plans that created absolutely gorgeous photographs we will treasure forever. I haven’t stopped looking at our photos since our day. She captured the fun, our love, and the love of everyone around us. The rain didn’t stop all night but Cristina and her team were creative with photo ideas and brought sunshine into our day. I cannot thank her and Constantine enough for the amazing photos and memories they helped us preserve.

Christine S

10/30/2019

Cristina and Konstantin were a pleasure to work with from day 1. Communication was top knotch from start to finish & the final product was just INCREDIBLE. Cristina made use feel comfortable throughout our whole day, making sure we got the shots we now gush over, while letting us enjoy the celebrations. 10/10 would recommend!

Sarah P

10/30/2019

Cristina is an absolute dream to work with! We started by setting up an initial consultation appointment with her at her office space. She is super personable and makes you feel so welcomed. She is genuinely excited for her couples! She makes picking your package so easy and helps you figure out the best one for you without any pressure whatsoever. She is very responsive to emails and makes sure all your questions are answered. She made our engagement session so easy. If you are nervous at all about being in front of the camera, don't worry! She is wonderful at directing you and helping you feel at ease. She is also adventurous! She'll do anything to get a good shot! I was so impressed with her spunk! She would kindly ask people and cars to move, climb on medians, get in the middle of intersections... We had a ball with her! And best of all, our pictures are BEAUTIFUL. It's impossible to choose a favorite because they are all so good. My partner and I can't wait for her to photograph our wedding next year! We feel like we have formed a relationship that will span years, not just our wedding.

Hannah T

10/30/2019

We feel very lucky that we had the lovely and incredibly talented Cristina and her assistant Konstantin to capture our special day. We first worked with Cristina when we signed up to do a mini shoot with her for our engagement photos, and we knew immediately that she was the person we wanted to photograph our wedding. Our big day went very smoothly, and she did a great job of capturing our personalities and the feel we were looking to achieve with our photos. We especially love the pictures she took of us with our pets. I could not recommend her enough if you're looking for a wedding photographer in the Chicagoland area!

Ariel C

9/23/2019

Cristina was the first vendor that I booked and was highly recommended by my wedding planner. My husband and I are thrilled with the engagement, rehearsal dinner and wedding pictures she took for us. Cristina has an amazing eye and the pictures that we have are magical! I honestly am having trouble making my wedding album since so many of the photos are so spectacular. Not to mention that Cristina is so sweet and does a great job working with a couple who is very camera shy! She and her team were incredibly professional and easy to work with. I cannot recommend her enough! One of the best decisions I could have possibly made!!!

Carly D

9/13/2019

From the first meeting at Cristina's studio (with a glass of champagne in hand), to receiving our final film prints and photos, everything with Cristina has been easy and perfect. Finding a photographer was one of the most stressful tasks for planning our wedding - the photos are just about the only thing you have left after all is said and done. However, once we found Cristina, there were no worries. Her signature 'evening champagne pop' photos were what got us. The day of came and she was somehow able to take command, especially when it came time for crazy family portraits (not an easy task), but also lay low and capture all of the intimate moments. When we got the photos back I wanted a print of every single one. Thank you for capturing the best day of our lives - everything was more than we could have ever imagined!

Caitlin B

6/25/2019

My husband and I booked Cristina G Photography for our February 2019 wedding and could not be happier with our decision! When we first walked into Cristina’s studio, we knew we were exactly where we were meant to be. From the moment we sat down and began describing our wedding photography visions, to reflecting back on our day while looking through our photos, Cristina and her team were the perfect choice who made all of our dreams come to life! We had a 30 person wedding party, yes- 15 bridesmaids and 15 groomsmen, and requested an 80+ person family photo at church-- it was no sweat to Cristina! She was patient, took charge, gave direction and made sure all of our photos were something we will cherish for the rest of our lives. After receiving our wedding album this past week, we could not be more “in awe” of the quality of the album. Classy, elegant, stunning. A staple we are SO proud to display in our home. Cristina’s work is spectacular and we are forever grateful that we chose her to capture our wedding day! We look forward to working together in the many more exciting chapter of life and will continue referring her to our family and friends looking to hire the perfect photographer! Thank you, Cristina! You are one in a million!! XO- Jordan and Caitlin

Shelby R

6/11/2019

Cristina was one of the first vendors we hired after we got engaged and am SO happy that we did. She was super helpful and amazing to work with before the wedding. On the wedding day she knew what she was doing and had such an artistic vision for all of the pictures. She was also able to wrangle our big families to make family portraits run efficiently. She helped place my dress for each of the photos and made sure everyone was posed correctly. Konstantine was the 2nd shooter at our wedding and he was amazing as well. 200% would recommend Cristina G to anyone getting married that really wants good quality pretty pictures.

Lauren B

12/15/2018

I first met Cristina when she captured my cousin's wedding day - from that wedding forward I knew when my day came I absolutely needed her as my wedding photographer. She is beyond phenomenal, honestly the most amazing and beautiful pictures I have ever seen! When I got engaged and was looking at venues, I made sure that the venue I went with was available on a date that Cristina was, no exceptions! We did an engagement shoot and we both were absolutely blown away... these are beyond your typical photos, she makes you feel so comfortable and is able to capture the love between you and your partner in amazing ways. There are no words to express how wonderful Cristina and Konstantin were on our wedding day. They were punctual, kept a massive bridal party and crazy families on task, and honestly felt like a part of the wedding party! Cristina made me feel like the most beautiful bride and made everything feel so natural. Konstantin was amazing with the little kids, making them look at the camera and smile (hey, he made us all laugh!). They are an exceptional pair. We received a sneak peek a few days after our wedding and just from seeing those few pictures we were floored! I can't wait to see the rest, but I know that they will all be gorgeous. P.s. do the champagne spray!!!!!!!! You will NOT regret it! Best photographer ever!!

Jess D

11/16/2018

AMAZING!!!!! I truly do not have the words to express how extremely grateful and impressed we are with Cristina G Photography for making our wedding day so memorable and special for us to look back on. The photos turned out absolutely incredible. Cristina and her team captured our vision perfectly. My Husband and I are beyond impressed with the talent, hard work and kindness we received working with Cristina G. Thank you, from the bottom of our hearts!!

Dana S

10/31/2018

Top class doesn't even begin to describe Cristina G and her team. Our pictures are gorgeous, and the team just melts into the day in a way that doesn't separate the pictures from the wedding events. In other words, my gorgeous (now) wife and I enjoyed our wedding day with our wedding party, enjoyed the night with each other, and still received as amazing a set of pictures as I could have imagined. If you're on the fence, jump off and have Cristina G do your event. You'll be so happy you did!

Dawn P

10/30/2018

Working with Cristina was more than we ever could have hoped for! We first met Cristina and Konstantin when we did our engagement session. Cristina immediately had recommendations for locations that matched the vibe we were hoping for and the photos turned out amazing! In the time between then and our wedding, she remained in touch as needed and was super helpful as we planned for our wedding week! Konstantin actually shot our church ceremony in the week leading up to our big day too which was a great add on service. On our wedding day, Cristina and Konstantin were the perfect team. They kept our rowdy wedding party on track, were completely flexible when we inevitably fell behind on our timeline, and made the whole experience fun! Our wedding was only two weeks ago so we’ve seen just a handful of the photos but we are obsessed with them and cannot wait for the rest. The signature champagne shot is out of this world!!! When we had to say goodbye to them at the end of the night, we were genuinely sad! You cannot go wrong with Cristina G!

Rebecca S

10/29/2018

Cristina G Photography was absolutely amazing! She helped to guide my now husband and I on where we should take our pictures and how long everything would take. I loved all my pictures so much that I wanted more! She's incredible and perfectly captured our day. Any Brides-to-be out there reading this...look no further! Cristina G Photography and her team were so amazing. I wish I could hire her for more events in my life!

Joe W

10/29/2018

Cristina and her team are simply amazing. She was so easy and fun to work with and made our engagemt photos and wedding day photos a blast. Her creativity and eye for detail are unmatched. Highly recommend for any couple.

Annie N

10/28/2018

Cristina and Constantine were SO amazing to work with! My husband and I both have very large, rowdy families and they were able to get everyone together and organized to make sure we got all the shots we wanted. They made us feel relaxed and comfortable which is difficult to do with a larger wedding party. It was much colder than expected, but her and her team never complained and were able to get through our shots quickly. Our engagement photos were beautiful and I’m so excited to see the rest of our wedding photos. Thanks again for capturing our special day!

10/22/2018

When we were planning our wedding, I did not have a lot of "must-haves." The exception to this, was that I HAD to have Cristina as my photographer. I had seen her work before and knew that she would be the one that would capture my day in the best way. She completely exceeded my expectations and I could not be happier with our choice to have her as our photographer. From day 1, Cristina made us feel like we were family and that she was going to treat our wedding as such. She took a lot of time, both in person and over the phone, to go over our vision and to ensure the moments that were most important to us were captured. One of the things that I appreciated the most about Cristina's planning process is that she provided us with a questionnaire several weeks before our wedding day and asked us details about our wedding vendors but, more importantly, she asked us to provide her with the names of our family members (we did not have a bridal party) and to specify what group photos we wanted. The reason this stood out to me so much is that I felt like it was a great way for my husband and I to put some time and thought over the pictures we wanted. I have friends and family who were so disappointed when they got married because they forgot to tell their photographer on the wedding day to make sure a certain picture was taken. Because we were able to plan, this took all of that stress off of us on the wedding day. On the wedding day, Cristina took charge and was able to move everything along in a timely manner. Anyone that has been in a wedding or has attempted to take large group pictures know how difficult that is to do, but Cristina make it look easy! Not only does Cristina's work speak for itself, but she is a fantastic person. We loved having her with us on our wedding day, and you could tell that she was invested in us and wanted to provide us with the best experience. Our pictures and our album completely blew us away. We have so many friends who have told us that our pictures look like they belong in a magazine because of how beautifully Cristina took them and the vision she put together for each one. We are so grateful for these memories and we have Cristina to thank for that! I would also like to mention that we had a reception with a lot of our family and friends the night before the wedding and we had Cristina's associate, Konstantin, capture the night. He also was with Cristina on our wedding day. Konstantin was absolutely fantastic! He was the only person who could get my 7 month old niece to smile in pictures. More importantly, he made sure to discuss with me what pictures we wanted before the night started, and he consulted with family members throughout the night about what other pictures to capture because he did not want to bother my husband or I. He was an absolute pleasure to work with and we felt so lucky that we had the opportunity to work with him.

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