5.0
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We used Daniela for our wedding in July and she was fantastic! We chose to do an engagement photoshoot with her prior to our wedding and it was such a great opportunity to meet her and get introduced to her style. She is so easy to work with and will do everything she can to make sure her clients are happy and comfortable in front of the camera. The final photos are stunning and we are so happy with our decision to work with Daniela!
Heather B.
5.0
Daniela was the absolute best! We did our engagement photos and wedding photos through her and everything was perfect. Daniela was patient and professional throughout the process. There were a few specific photos that we wanted to get and she made sure to include the location in our photo shoot.
Overall a fantastic experience and the photos couldn't have turned out any better. Would highly recommend.
Grant W.
5.0
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I'm Daniela, a Chicago-based photographer with over fifteen years of experience capturing weddings both locally and around the world. I aim to deliver timeless, evocative photographs that exceed my clients' visions. Your wedding is a unique moment in time—a celebration of life and love that deserves to be remembered in all its beauty and emotion.
Weddings can be stressful, and the pressure of the day can sometimes take you out of the moment. My role is to help you relax, enjoy, and fully immerse yourself in this special day, knowing that every detail will be captured just as you desire. With a passion for engagement and wedding photography, I combine classic portraiture with the principles of photojournalism to create imagery that feels both intentional and timeless. Looking back at your photos years from now, they’ll still resonate with the same emotion and significance.
Unlike large studios that juggle multiple weddings every weekend, I take on a limited number of 20 weddings a year. This approach allows me to give each client the personalized attention they deserve, ensuring that your photography experience is seamless and stress-free. I personally oversee all aspects of your engagement and wedding day photography, directing each shot and capturing every moment with care and precision.
Clients often describe my style as refined, meticulous, and authentic, with a calming presence that helps them feel at ease.
Whether you’re getting married at city hall, on a remote beach at sunset, or in a European castle, I’m here to help you remember the moment forever. My work reflects my commitment to capturing the true essence of your celebration—so that the photographs you receive are as enduring as the love they represent.
Woman-owned Business
18+ years in business
Speaks English, Portuguese, Serbian
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Destination Weddings
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Second Shooter Available
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Wedding Albums
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Getting Engaged
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4-Time 'Best of Weddings'
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Daniela Cardili
Owner & Lead Photographer
'm Daniela Cardili, a fine art wedding photographer with over a decade of experience capturing elegant celebrations in Chicago and beyond. I specialize in timeless, editorial-style imagery with a quiet, intentional approach that allows each moment to unfold naturally.
My work is shaped by an eye for light, composition, and the subtle in-between moments that make your wedding feel like yours, not just beautiful, but deeply personal. I take on a limited number of weddings each year to offer an experience rooted in care, calm direction, and a deep respect for your vision.
For couples planning a celebration that’s refined, meaningful, and full of heart—I’d be honored to tell your story.
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Reviewers praise the photographer as professional, organized, calm, and communicative, smoothly guiding couples and large parties through timelines and posing. Photos are described as timeless, natural, and stunning, often delivered quickly and well-lit even in challenging conditions. Highly recommended for couples wanting stress-free, beautiful wedding photography.Review photos
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Stephanie G
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5.0
11/08/2022
Daniela Cardili Photography was the first photography vendor we reached out to for our wedding, and it became instantly clear that she and her team were the perfect fit. When going...
through different photographers' photos on review sites, we fell in love with the stunning compositions and authenticity in Daniela's collections. Shortly after arranging our appointment with her, we also found out that she was a friend's photographer for their wedding - they not only highly recommended her, but said they were planning to book her for their baby shower too. We were excited to meet with her knowing her work and our friend's experience, and she did not disappoint. From the start, she got to know us and what we wanted, and even arranged an example timeline based on our plan for both a morning and evening wedding - which we then used to guide a lot of our initial wedding planning! It was great to have someone so organized and confident involved because it made our planning (we did not have a wedding planner/coordinator) so much easier.
Come the actual wedding day: we were amazed how everything happened like clockwork, and how easily Daniela and Tamara navigated even the craziest parts. Family portraits aren't easy and so we had initially planned to take family portraits then with friends if there was time; but they not only made the family portraits happen, they made them happen in time for us to get all of our friends in too! The attention to the details was simply incredible. They caught wonderful moments of every event across the entire day, of which there were many: getting ready, the Baraat, morning Hindu ceremony, first look, Ketubah signing, evening Jewish ceremony, cocktail hour, reception, dancing, and of course, the photoshoots. The photoshoots were nothing short of a dream, to say the least (the photos are plenty proof of that; she also made a beautiful reel on social media). We had so much fun going to our different sites and enjoying our day to the fullest! Seeing how excited they were to be there too made it all even better.
After the wedding, Daniela was able to get us our pictures afterwards with amazing timeliness (despite us essentially having the same number of photos as two weddings!). The results were as breathtaking and stunning as we hoped for and more. We are constantly looking at our online album (so excited for the physical one!) not only because we love how beautiful the photos are, but also because of how intimately they capture the feelings of pure joy that we felt in those moments. Daniela and Tamara were truly an integral part of our wedding - we will forever be thankful for them, and for the wonderful memories they've given us through our time spent together and their truly spectacular photography.
Heather B
5.0
9/16/2026
We used Daniela for our wedding in July and she was fantastic! We chose to do an engagement photoshoot with her prior to our wedding and it was such a great opportunity to meet her...
and get introduced to her style. She is so easy to work with and will do everything she can to make sure her clients are happy and comfortable in front of the camera. The final photos are stunning and we are so happy with our decision to work with Daniela!
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Grant W
5.0
6/29/2026
Daniela was the absolute best! We did our engagement photos and wedding photos through her and everything was perfect. Daniela was patient and professional throughout the process. ...
There were a few specific photos that we wanted to get and she made sure to include the location in our photo shoot.
Overall a fantastic experience and the photos couldn't have turned out any better. Would highly recommend.
Chloe M
5.0
4/25/2026
We could not be happier with our choice to hire Daniela for our wedding photography. Because we weren’t doing videography, photography was a priority and we are so thankful we end...
ed up going with Daniela. She did a great job in creating different poses and making sure we all looked and felt our best! We really appreciated her photographic style - modern but timeless. She really helped capture natural looking photos and that was important to us. The photos turned out amazing and we love looking back on them. She was easy to communicate with and very organized. Thank you Daniela!
Response from Daniela Cardili Photography on 04/27/2026
Chloe,
Thank you so much for your incredibly kind words. It truly means a lot that you t...
rusted me to document such an important day, especially knowing how meaningful photography was for you.
You both were such a joy to work with, and I’m so glad you felt comfortable in front of the camera. Creating images that feel natural, timeless, and true to who you are is always my goal, so hearing that the photos reflect that means so much.
Thank you again for your trust throughout the process. It was an honor to be part of your wedding day, and I’m so happy you have these memories to look back on for years to come.
Claire D
5.0
3/07/2026
Daniela was an absolute joy to work with throughout our wedding journey. From our engagement shoot to the wedding day, she made us feel completely comfortable and confident in fron...
t of the camera. She was incredibly detail-oriented—attending our venue walkthrough, helping plan our shot list, and making sure every important moment was captured. When weather changes meant moving our first look indoors on our New Year’s Eve wedding day, she was fully prepared with a backup plan and handled everything seamlessly. Daniela captured our day in the most magical way, and you can truly feel the joy and love through her photos. These are memories we will treasure forever, and we feel so lucky to have worked with her - we received our wedding photos so quickly, we were able to relive it all again!
Megan A
5.0
10/15/2025
Daniela is absolutely fantastic - one of the best choices we made for our wedding. We didn’t do engagement photos, and my husband and I are not natural models, so I was a bit nervo...
us going into my wedding, but I had no reason to be. From the beginning, Daniela was kind, calm, organized, and professional in addition to being talented! Daniela captured the exact sort of gorgeous, classic, glamorous photos you see in her portfolio. She also stunningly captured my husband and my goofy personalities and wonderful candid moments from our ceremony and reception. It truly brings me joy to flip through our photos and remember our amazing day. Thank you so much Daniela!!
Response from Daniela Cardili Photography on 10/15/2025
Hi Megan,
Thank you so much! You and Benjy made my job so easy—your warmth and energy wer...
e contagious, and I loved capturing every moment of your day. It makes me so happy to know that your photos bring you joy each time you look through them. Sending you both lots of love and the very best wishes always!
Warmly,
Daniela
Marissa P
5.0
8/26/2025
Daniela is a phenomenal wedding photographer! My husband and I are absolutely elated with our wedding gallery and it is all thanks to Daniela and her assistant Tamara! Throughout t...
he entire process Daniela was always there to answer any questions I had. She even met with me in person at our wedding venue before the wedding day so we could determine where we were going to take pictures which made me feel very prepared and comfortable. Come wedding day Daniela was on it! She made sure we were on time while managing to capture every detail! She confidently lead my large bridal party, family, husband, and I in taking pictures throughout the whole day! She told us how to pose and where to look, we didn’t have to worry about a thing! My husband and I had so much fun take our wedding pictures with her! Our wedding gallery is something of our dreams and we couldn’t be happier with our photos from Daniela and Tamara!! I would highly recommend Daniela, you won’t be disappointed!!
Mackenzie K
5.0
5/03/2025
We had such a wonderful experience working with Daniela as our wedding photographer. She brought a joyful, calming presence to the day and was incredibly helpful in guiding everyon...
e day of, including the videographers. Daniela was punctual, professional, and easy to communicate with throughout the process. She made everyone feel comfortable and captured the day beautifully—the photos turned out amazing. We’re so glad we chose her to work with and would highly recommend her as your photographer!!
Kate G
5.0
4/25/2025
I cannot say enough wonderful things about Daniela. When my original photographer canceled six months before our wedding, I was incredibly anxious about finding someone new on such...
short notice. But from the moment I connected with Daniela, I knew we were in even better hands—it honestly felt like it was meant to be.
Daniela is not only incredibly talented, but also so kind and genuine. She immediately made me feel special and completely at ease. Her communication throughout the entire process was clear and thoughtful, and her vision is truly impeccable.
On our wedding day, she captured every moment with such elegance and grace. Her ability to find the beauty in both the big and quiet moments is a gift. The photos she delivered are timeless, natural, and absolutely stunning—each one tells a story and brings us right back to how the day felt.
We are beyond grateful to have had Daniela be such an important part of the most meaningful day of our lives. I couldn’t have asked for a better photographer or a more lovely person to share it with.
Gianna R
5.0
4/14/2025
Daniela photographed my wedding in October and she was a DREAM to work with. Photos came out beautiful, and she did a great job capturing all the important moments (even the fun st...
uff I missed!). We’re not naturally photogenic people, but she was great at getting us comfortable and helping us pose while still being authentic in the moment. Everyone raved about her album provided after as well. 10/10 recommend!
Claire R
5.0
3/31/2025
I worked with Daniela this past weekend at a wedding at Chicago Winery! Daniela was on-time, professional, easy to communicate with and was a lot of help during the planning proces...
s. As a planner, I could not have asked for more, she trouble-shot when locations we had anticipated shooting at were closed, had an eye for great angles, and adapted well to timing during the day. I look forward to working with her more in 2025! Claire - Director of Relationships, Marryment
Claire F
5.0
12/02/2024
We can’t recommend Daniela Cardili highly enough! From the very beginning, it was clear she knew exactly what she was doing. Her confidence and expertise instantly put us at ease, ...
and throughout the day, she struck the perfect balance between giving us direction and allowing moments to unfold naturally.
The result? Photos that look completely effortless and full of life. She has such a gift for making everything feel authentic while still capturing the most flattering angles and beautiful compositions. You can tell she has a wealth of experience—her attention to detail and ability to manage everything so seamlessly made the day even more enjoyable for us.
The final images exceeded our expectations. Every time we look at them, we’re transported back to those magical moments. Our friends and family are equally in awe of her work.
If you’re looking for a photographer who brings professionalism, creativity, and a calming presence to your big day, Daniela is absolutely the one to choose. We are so grateful to have worked with her!
Jocelyn K
5.0
11/23/2024
I recently collaborated with Daniela on a wedding, and the experience was truly outstanding. Her warm communication and genuine kindness demonstrated her deep care not just for he...
r work but also for the couple she was capturing. On the wedding day, Daniela's flexibility and professionalism made her a joy to work with, which is essential for any photographer. As a planner, I value vendors like her immensely. She delivered sneak peeks remarkably quickly and beautifully captured both the heartfelt and fun moments of the day—memories that the couple will treasure forever. If you're considering her, don't hesitate—Daniela truly understands how to make a wedding unforgettable!
Sofiia T
5.0
11/16/2024
If you’re looking for a photographer whose work will stand the test of time, Daniela is the perfect choice. Her understanding of lighting, composition, and overall artistic approac...
h ensures her photos have a classic, timeless quality. Trends may come and go, but great photography—like great art—stays relevant. Daniela’s work is something you’ll cherish for decades, evoking the same emotions every time you look at it.
On top of that, her dedication is unmatched. At the wedding we worked together, she used every moment to find the best angles and frames, no matter the conditions. Her commitment to delivering the best possible results really stands out. If you want timeless photos and a photographer who goes above and beyond, Daniela is the one.
Kristin R
5.0
6/21/2024
We were so happy with our wedding photography thanks to Daniela's fabulous work! She took beautiful photos and made everyone feel comfortable in front of the camera. I can't recomm...
end her enough. I am so glad to have such lovely photos to look back on.
Lexy B
5.0
5/31/2024
We are absolutely thrilled with the incredible work Daniela & her team did for us! From the very beginning, Daniela was a true professional, seamlessly keeping our special day on s...
chedule without a hitch. Her creative direction made our photos flawless, and she went above and beyond to ensure every shot was perfect.
One of the most remarkable aspects was how she kept us calm throughout the day. Her sweet and hardworking nature made us feel completely at ease, allowing us to truly enjoy every moment. I had specific ideas for my bridal photos, and she nailed every single one, giving us exactly what we wanted and more.
Daniela’s experience shooting at The Drake Hotel was invaluable. Other photographers might struggle with the lighting in the Gold Coast ballroom, but she captured everything perfectly. Her expertise really shone through, and it made a huge difference in the quality of our photos.
Our friends & family can't stop raving about our photos too! The compliments keep pouring in, and we couldn't be happier with the results. We were especially impressed with how quickly we received our photos. While many of my friends had to wait for months, we were delighted to receive a sneak peek while we were still on our honeymoon. It made our honeymoon even more special to relive those moments so soon.
I can’t recommend Daniela enough! She truly made our wedding day unforgettable and gave us memories we will cherish forever. Thank you for everything!
Laura S
5.0
1/11/2024
Our wedding took place July 2023 and my husband and I planned our big day in about 6 months time. Initially we tried to avoid a wedding planner so all of our vendors were vetted an...
d decided upon by the two of us. As we both have demanding careers in the medical field, it's taken some time to generate this much deserved ,but untimely review. I would hands down give Daniela Cardili 9 .5 stars out of 5. Not only is she a lovely person with whom to work but also she is organized, friendly, knowledgeable and has a great artistic eye. I was initially captivated by her ability to make photos pop, emote feelings and draw one into the picture be it black/white or color. The photos frankly were so much more dynamic and creative than many of the other vendors I reviewed and I looked at sooooo many!!! From our first meeting on zoom, when she was in South America visiting her family, to our engagement photos braving the sharp fall chill along Lake Michigan and The Chicago River; Daniela took two people who had little experience in front of a camera and made us feel immediately at ease. Her attention to detail is stellar! ie. hands relaxed rather than claws, etc. Our engagement photos were gorgeous and enabled both of us to relax on our big day. She was also helpful in providing other service vendors like a photobooth when we decided that would be a fun option for our guests. Daniela's prices are definitely top tier and I was initially a little overwhelmed by the cost of planning our big day; however, I felt like her expertise, professionalism and helpfulness was worth every penny. She knew our hotel inside and out, helped us orchestrate locations for our first viewing avoiding a bus rental fee, took plenty of bridal party photos along Michigan Avenue and the riverfront and captured so many magical moments. I would highly recommend her services! As for the 9.5 review, my only negative experience was that I had asked in advance for table pictures assuming that to mean a picture of each table with the guests in the photo; instead, there were many pictures of our tables sans guests. I guess that I should have been more specific. All in all, I would hire Daniela Cardili in a heart beat if we had to do it again. I thank her so much for doing such an excellent job!
Erin P
5.0
12/29/2023
Daniela is an absolute DREAM to work with. From your first phone call, you will be able to tell just how organized, calm, and caring she is. She really listens to you to make sure ...
she knows what you're looking for and offers helpful suggestions or guidance when you need it, without overstepping whatsoever. She had great recommendations for photo locations, both for our engagement shoot and on our big day. Mind you, it was drizzly on our wedding day so we had to pivot and shoot in completely different locations than what we had planned on, but Daniela took the lead confidently and reassured us that she knew exactly where we could go for beautiful photos indoors. For two people who are not the most comfortable in front of a camera, she coached us on how to pose and made sure to ask if we had any preferences/requests such as "good" sides, specific poses, etc. If you're looking for someone who will seamlessly float everywhere yet not make you feel like you have a camera shoved in your face all day, you need Daniela on your big day!
Victoria W
5.0
12/26/2023
highly recommend Daniela as a wedding photographer. She has a wonderful personality that makes you feel at ease in front of the camera, even during the hectic rush of a wedding da...
y.
Daniela and her team were excellent at keeping everyone on schedule with the photography timeline. They made sure key moments like the processional, ceremony, and family photos stayed on track. This really helped minimize any stress or delays.
Throughout the planning process, Daniela was extremely responsive via email. She answered all my questions promptly and provided helpful suggestions.
On the wedding day itself, Daniela blended into the background but still managed to get fantastic shots. She captured all those special candid moments without ever interrupting the flow of events.
I would highly recommend Daniela to any couple looking for a talented and dedicated wedding photographer. She and her team exceeded all expectations. We could not be happier with how our wedding photos turned out thanks to Daniela's photography skills and friendly manner.
Kelly Jo W
5.0
11/16/2023
Daniela was a fantastic choice as our wedding photographer! We knew right away after seeing her portfolio and meeting her that we wanted her as our photographer. Daniela was very q...
uick to respond to any questions, helped with our day of timeline, and worked well with our videographer on our wedding day. She truly captured every moment of our day, and we were amazed with how quickly she was able to deliver our entire album. We loved how our photos turned out. I highly recommend Daniela to couples looking for a high quality, professional, and timeless wedding photographer.
Jess L
5.0
11/05/2023
Hire Daniela or you will be disappointed! :)
Daniela from the very beginning, was very kind and organized with her services. She made us feel comfortable during our engagement sho...
ot, and for our big day. Her work is one of a kind, and pays attention to every detail possible which shines through on all the amazing pictures you get back! We absolutely loved all of our pictures, and so thankful for having her around on our big day! Thank you, Daniela! - Jess & Trevor
Victoria B
5.0
9/22/2023
Choosing Daniela as our wedding photographer was the best possible decision we made for our wedding!! From the moment I spoke with her and shared my vision for the wedding, I could...
tell that Daniela was going to do everything possible to capture our special day in the best way possible. She was professional, knowledgeable, and radiated with passion for her craft. She made helpful suggestions on the overall schedule of the day and places to take photos. She reached out promptly and I didn't have to chase after her if I needed anything leading up to the wedding. On the day of the wedding, Daniela did not put that camera down for a second and was always looking for creative ways to capture special moments. I knew in that moment that our photos were going to be good and they turned out amazing!! I smile every time I look at them. I am so glad that we have these beautiful photos to have as a memory from our wedding day. I could not recommend Daniela more. I guarantee you will not be disappointed!
Response from Daniela Cardili Photography on 09/23/2023
Dear Victoria,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience working wit...
h me! Working with you and being a part of your special day was an absolute joy.
Your vision for the day was inspiring, and I was honored to capture it in the best way possible.
It warms my heart to know you're so pleased with the photos. I take immense pride in continuously seeking creative ways to capture those precious moments, and it's gratifying to hear that they turned out as amazing as I intended.
Your recommendation helps other brides choose the right photographer, and I promise to continue delivering exceptional pictures and services to create lasting memories for all my clients. Thank you once again!
Warmest regards,
Daniela
Sepora M
5.0
9/12/2023
WE LOVED WORKING WITH DANIELA! She was truly phenomenal - the photos are so beautiful and she was so incredible to work with. I can't stop looking at our photos!
Kate L
5.0
8/24/2023
When I was looking for my wedding photographer, I stumbled across Daniela's portfolio and I was immediately impressed with the elegant and timelessness feel of her work. It immedia...
tely made me want to work with her! I inquired with Daniela, and our initial conversation was as if she was already my photographer - telling me when the sunset on our wedding day and exactly where we could go for my photos. Daniela was also willing to work with me on my package to fit the needs of myself and my extended family!
I have received an immense amount of compliments on how beautiful our engagement and wedding photos are all due to Daniela's ability to capture the raw, intimate moments with an elegant yet realistic feel. Daniela and her team were fabulous to work with the day of - and it truly shows in the gorgeous photos we've received!!
Emily E
5.0
11/26/2022
Daniela was incredible from the very start! She was communicative, thoughtful, and even worked with us on a very tight schedule for engagement pictures! She is so talented and also...
so fun to work with! We have gotten SO many compliments on our wedding photos; not to mention we are absolutely in love with them. We got the comment they look like they are out of a storybook fairytale; which I completely agree with! Thank you Daniela!!!
Cristina B
5.0
10/29/2022
We loved working with Daniela and her team for so many reasons. In the planning process, she was organized and easy to work with. On our wedding day, she was a joy to have around f...
or the day, and had so many creative ideas for shots. Most importantly, our photos are absolutely stunning. We are so happy with them and felt that Daniela captured our day perfectly.
Natalia I
5.0
10/01/2022
Daniela is absolutely amazing! She was so helpful from the second we booked her as a photographer to our wedding day. Daniela helped with our timeline to make the day run as smooth...
ly as possible. She is so talented and absolutely blew us away with the photos- they were everything we could have ever imagined and more! She captured all of our special moments so perfectly. Daniela is so passionate about her work and it really shines through! We highly recommend Daniela for all your photography needs.
Nicky B
5.0
7/18/2022
I can't say enough good things about Daniela! She is so detail oriented and very professional. She caught issues with my timelines before I did and gave a very consultative appro...
ach to help guide me to the best outcome. My pictures are beyond what I could image - she just captures the light, the moment and the vibe so well. I plan on using Daniela in the future for any family picture needs - that is if she isn't booked solid with weddings!!
Mita P
5.0
6/25/2022
Just amazing!!! Daniela is such a sweet and talented person. Her passion for her job shines through and she takes such good care of her clients. We had an engagement session sche...
duled for outside and she texted me a few days before to let me know that it was going to be in the teens that day...she was still open to doing it outside if I wanted to (what a trooper). We decided against it but she also provided wonderful indoor suggestions as well. My now husband and I truthfully haven't taken many photos together as we met right before the pandemic. She was very patient with us and taught us everything we needed to know i.e. don't slouch and put your weight on your back leg. She is again so kind and took our individual personalities into account to make sure we had natural and beautiful photos. We also wanted to go off the beaten path a little and she was super passionate about our ideas and found ways to make sure the photos came out well. We had an Indian wedding and she was very knowledgeable about the process and was able to take pictures of every important detail during the ceremony. After the ceremony, the guests, as anyone that has attended an Indian wedding probably knows, decided to go a bit off-script and began to pose with us at the alter. Daniela was so kind and made sure we got a picture with everyone which was so amazing!!! That was not on the list of photos but she went with it and made sure to place us all in the right spot. I am so happy we decided to work with her for our wedding and I know she will be a friend to us for years to come!!! If you are on the fence, meet Daniela or speak to her on the phone and YOU WILL KNOW immediately!
Kaitlin M
5.0
6/11/2022
To put simply, Daniela is the best. We did an extensive search for a photographer and reading about Daniela is what first drew us in, but it was our initial conversations we had wi...
th her that solidified our choice. Pat originally spoke with her and I remember him telling me so confidently that Daniela was the one. We had another phone call and I knew he was right as Daniela not only knew our vision for our day but also had a lot of great insights for us. We then had the opportunity to have Daniela do our engagement photoshoot and while it was a cold day, she took such amazing shots that we were so confident that our wedding day photos would be priceless… and they were. Daniela is so talented, but also so enjoyable to work with. She is so incredibly kind and did a fantastic job with all personalities that weekend. I cannot say enough how much I would recommend Daniela!
Thank you lastly to Daniela for photographing our Welcome Drinks - by the end of the weekend, Daniela felt like family and we are so incredible happy we had met her!
Alyssa S
5.0
5/09/2022
Daniela was hands down our favorite person to work with at our wedding. Her work is absolutely stunning, and she is so wonderful to work with. My husband and I are both on the sh...
y side in front of cameras, and she really put us at ease for both our engagement session and the wedding day, and we ended up having so much fun. She has so many helpful tips to pose, and knows so many hidden gems in the City to give you truly one of a kind shots. We love our photos and are so happy we had the honor to work with her.
Michelle K
5.0
1/02/2022
Daniela is truly an experienced and amazing wedding photographer! From our first meeting, Daniela’s warm personality and time spent with me talking through the process made me fee...
l so at ease. Her talent is evident in the authentic and artistic photos she is able to capture. For those overwhelmed by the wedding planning process as I was, Daniela’s experience, organization, and attention to detail made the entire process not only manageable but enjoyable! We couldn’t be happier with our choice to have Daniela as our wedding photographer who gave us the most beautiful photos that will last a lifetime!
Kirsten S
5.0
12/16/2021
Daniela and Beking were absolutely amazing!! My husband and I love all of our photos so much! They caught such great candid ones and knew how to use the lighting and locations thro...
ughout Chicago. We weren't doing an engagement shoot, so Daniela was flexible with the package we wanted, which was greatly appreciated. HIGHLY recommend.
Slater N
5.0
9/11/2021
I met Daniela first as a client of mine and expressed to her that I was still searching for a wedding photographer a month before my wedding. She informed me that she owned a photo...
graphy company and we immediately set up a consultation with my then fiancé (now wife!). Daniela took the time to get to know us and laid out a clear plan of how to execute the perfect documentation of our wedding day.
Despite the short one-month notice, Daniela jumped right in to planning our day. All of the little details we discussed in the weeks leading up to the wedding made so much sense on our actual day. Daniela had superb time management, despite the waves of chaos we had. I truly don't know how she managed to capture so many wonderful, authentic moments throughout the evening.
Talent aside, we were so grateful for Daniela's energy and kindness. She made us feel comfortable throughout the entire process and we received several compliments on how swiftly she moved about. Post wedding, we received our photos back quicker than expected-- just one week after!! We couldn't be happier with the results. Our photos are proof that Daniela was always in the right place at the right time to help capture our story through photos. Simply the best.
Still deciding on a photographer? Pick Daniela Cardili Photography. You won't regret it.
Lauren V
5.0
8/24/2021
We first hired Daniela for our engagement photos and she did such an amazing job that we knew immediately we also had to have her capture our wedding day. She took the time to get ...
to know us as a couple and to really understand the vision we were going for. Her attention to detail is impeccable, she is very professional, creative, and made us and our family feel at ease. Our photos are absolutely stunning!!
Melissa d
5.0
7/02/2021
Daniela is so fabulous. She captured such wonderful pictures of the bridal party, guests, and venue. She asked what was most important to me and my husband, and she made sure she ...
honored that. For example, we didn't want to miss all of our cocktail hour, but we still wanted great pictures of the bridal party, and she made it happen. She was able to get us our pictures SO quickly after our wedding, too. If you're looking for a photographer, hire her!
Sarah T
5.0
6/30/2021
Daniela Cardili photography was one of our most important and best decisions we made for our wedding. There are so many options available in the industry but I truly believe Daniel...
a provides an element to photography that is rare and wonderful - authenticity! Daniela looks at the wedding holistically. She gets to know and understand her clients and forms true connections! I really do think of Daniela as a lifelong friend. My husband and I have never felt more ourselves than from her lens. I think what strikes me the most about Daniela is her ability to capture you at your best self - it's you, just elevated. When she took our engagement photos I remember thinking - she didn't just capture two people, she really captured our love. We just received our wedding photos back (in record time!!) and they are absolutely stunning. Along with our family and friends, we are just elated to be able to relive this special day. Photographs, especially wedding photos, are timeless. They will be in your family for generations to come and I couldn't be happier that Daniela was the one to capture them.
Hala S
5.0
6/29/2021
Daniella is absolutely amazing. She was was punctual, resilient, was able to work with me in the chaos of getting ready and her pictures turned out excellent!
I found out about her...
through the knot and by word of mouth.
I 100% recommend working with her as she will bend over backwards to give you the results you want.
She gave me fairy tale memories that I will cherish for life.
Lynndie K
5.0
4/24/2021
Daniela is not only professional and over the top friendly but she also made posing feel natural and captured so many great shots! All of our family and friends loved her and I cou...
ldn’t recommend her more! Plus the turn around for getting our photos back was so quick!!
Jennifer L
5.0
11/04/2020
I loved working with Daniela - she made me and my husband feel so comfortable during our wedding shoot and really listened to us both and what was important to us! Would highly rec...
ommend for someone that wants less posed and more relaxed photos - Daniela did great!
Katy L
5.0
10/29/2020
Daniela is wonderful! We had the best experiences working with her for both our engagement photos and for our wedding day. She exudes calm (which is great for an anxious bride!) an...
d her experience as a professional photographer really comes through. She is easy-going to work and talk with over the phone and in person. Daniela is very organized and timely with her responses to any and all emails, as well as answering all of our questions throughout the planning process. She helped guide our timeline with her skilled expertise and suggestions for the flow of the entire day. Her photography style really highlights her use of natural lighting and we were so happy with the results! I cannot say enough about how grateful we are to have Daniela capture all of our special moments for our engagement and wedding!
Vy P
5.0
10/28/2020
Daniela was awesome for our 2019 Summer wedding. She spent a lot of time with us during the engagement session to prep us for the wedding date. She was very accommodating to our re...
quests, even included our pets in the festivities. I’m not a great poser so I got a lot of tips from Daniela. We were able to share with family and friends the the online album, and the final printed album came out great (lots is choices for the cover).
Liza B
5.0
9/11/2020
Daniela has been wonderful from her stunning work to traveling last minute to my small home town in Indiana 5 hours away from Chicago so that I could still have the wedding of my d...
reams during a pandemic. Her work is unbelievable and truly captures the emotions of the day. Any bride would be lucky to have her document your day!
Kelly S
5.0
6/29/2020
We had such a wonderful experience working with Daniela for our wedding. At the initial meeting, we knew we wanted to work with her – she was very passionate about photography and ...
her job, as well as very timely, organized, and thorough. This was evident during our engagement session and entire wedding day. Daniela was able to provide an experienced voice, recommending wonderful locations all over the city and making sure we never fell behind schedule. We even added a couple extra spots when she noticed a new background or lighting that she could take advantage of. Her photos are beautiful and do an amazing job capturing the entirety of the day, from all of the traditional, yet special moments, to candid shots between us, friends, and family. As an added bonus, we received our edited engagement photos two days after taking them and all of our wedding photos a month later! We could not have been happier with our decision to have chosen Daniela as our photographer.
Michelle M
5.0
3/08/2020
When searching for a photographer, I knew that I wanted the best and was willing to invest in the best because other than the rings, the photos are the only element of the day that...
would be with us forever. After seeing Daniela’s eye for beautiful portraiture, I knew she was exactly who I wanted to work with. And we’re lucky enough that she was willing to postpone her annual trip back home to Brazil to shoot our January wedding. We opted to skip the engagement shoot and invest in an album, so I was a little nervous the day of, knowing that the advantage of the engagement shoot was to get comfortable with how a photographer directs their subjects. Daniela arrived early and quickly put us at ease. She’s more quiet than I’m used to photographers being, but like so many have written, that calming demeanor helped us stay relaxed throughout the day. My wife and I don’t consider ourselves very photogenic, but the photos are so beautiful that it’s making it almost impossible to narrow our favorite photos down to forty for our album. And I’m confident that we’ll go back in a couple years to do that skipped “engagement” shoot when we want updated portraits!
Katelyn H
5.0
2/21/2020
Daniella is so sweet and an amazing photographer! She took no short cuts and really made sure to get the right shots. She also has a CRAZY quick turnaround time for engagement and...
wedding photos. She was recommended by our close friends who usedher for their wedding. We were so happy with how everything turned out as well, we recommended her to our friends and they're using her too!
Amanda B
5.0
6/25/2019
My wedding photos were amazing, Daniela was very professional and captured our day perfectly. I would without doubt recommend Daniela as she really got to know us to get the best p...
ictures for me and my husband and all our guests.
christina w
5.0
11/16/2018
My wedding pictures are beautiful. Extremely happy, Daniela is very professional! I can not be more pleased. In love!
Nicole C
5.0
11/13/2018
I would absolutely recommend Daniela to anyone looking for a wedding photographer.
I took a look at her portfolio online and was very impressed. I reached out to her to setup ...
an initial meeting and she was very responsive and flexible with her schedule. We had an initial meeting over coffee where she was prompt, professional and friendly and our personalities instantly meshed.
I got married at an old mansion turned museum where the ceremony and most of the reception was outside. Daniela met me a 2nd time prior to my wedding day to tour the venue to get some ideas of the best spots to take photos. She also wanted to see how the sun would hit the space that time of day in order to optimize the lighting.
On the day of the wedding Daniela showed up early and got to work right away. She has a strong yet calming presence which was critical for herding my ADHD infused wedding party. We got our pictures back about 4 weeks after our wedding and they were absolutely stunning! She captured our day perfectly. Her passion definitely shows through her work and she has an incredible eye for detail. I would hire her over and over again :)
Kimberly C
5.0
11/04/2018
We are so pleased with everything that came out of working with Daniela. She was such a pleasure to work with on our wedding day. She made everything so easy and took such beautifu...
l pictures for which we are so grateful for. We've received so many compliments on our pictures. She was very engaged with us and what we were looking for as far as how we wanted our images and would offer suggestions, which was very appreciated since my husband and I can be indecisive. I can't stop raving about her to friends and family!
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