Wedding Photographers
Who Care About Your Day
As Much As Their Own.
An experienced husband and wife team photographing weddings in Chicago and Chicago suburbs.
The Greatest Love Story Ever Told Is Your Own.
Having been married ourselves, we understand how important this day is to you, and the importance of capturing it perfectly.
Picture This
Picture this, the morning after your wedding, and you wake up knowing it was completely worth it.
Your wedding day went smoothly.
Your photographer handled more than just pictures. They helped with crowd control and kept the day moving smoothly so you could just enjoy.
Two weeks later, you go back into the studio to see the photos.
And you get to relive the whole day. Over again!
You love all of your photos and how unique they are to what you wanted.
You're thrilled with your choice to invest in photography because you know that this is the piece of your wedding day that you can take with you for the rest of your lives.
Custom Luxury Products
Your wedding album designed from start to finish.
- ✦Every album design starts from scratch.
- ✦Every detail of your album is designed by Rachel.
- ✦Everything is customized — choose from your wedding colors.
- ✦We have over 300 different options to match your wedding aesthetic perfectly.
We offer a variety of custom art, so your day lives on beyond your phone.
You only get one day. If it’s missed, it can’t be recreated.
If you hire a photographer who isn't an expert, you could lose irreplaceable memories.
When you hire us, you can relax knowing we have the experience and skill to handle every detail of your wedding photography,from booking through delivery.
You paid attention to every detail, and so do we.
We have backup equipment and backup photographers.
After your wedding, your complete set of raw files is downloaded to two different RAID servers.
Our couples tell us all the time,
“Hiring J.R. Owen & Company was the best decision we made.”
Imagine looking back on these photos in 20, 30, even 50 years from now.
They will become one of the most precious things you own.
Don’t let this be something you wish you’d invested more into.
Only good surprises.
This is our motto at J.R. Owen and Company.
We pride ourselves on being straightforward with our customers. Everything is the way you think it should be.
No holding your digital images hostage. No surprise clauses. No surprise fees.
Nothing to worry about.
Why brides are choosing Jeff and Rachel to photograph their wedding.
- ✦Unparalleled experience
- ✦Quick response times
- ✦A style tailored to your specific wedding needs
- ✦Flexible hours, allowing you to choose the amount of hours you need at no extra charge
- ✦Attention to detail
- ✦The relaxed feeling you have on your wedding day knowing your photography is in good hands
How It Works
- 01Set up a consultationMeet us at our Lemont studio. We’ll listen to everything you’re looking for and see if we’re the right fit.
- 02Full detail planning meetingOne month before your wedding, we go over every detail to make sure your wedding day is captured exactly as you want it.
- 03Enjoy your photos foreverThree weeks after your wedding date, you’ll come back in to see your photos and receive all of your edited digital images.
Why Choose J.R. Owen & Company?
- All five-star reviews.
- Over 2,500 weddings of experience.
- A husband and wife team who cares about your wedding date.
- The fastest turnaround times in the Chicago area.
- Unprecedented creativity and attention to detail.
We are full-time wedding photographers.
There’s no other career competing for our attention. You are our sole focus.
In Their Own Words
“Rachel and Jeff both bring their own eye to the wedding photography. Jeff keeps things light, fun, and takes a TON of pictures. Rachel focuses on the artistic photos and sets up beautiful shots. BOTH take beautiful photos. It was a pleasure having them both photograph our wedding because we got the best of both worlds.”
“Rachel and Jeff did an amazing job with our wedding photos! We got the photography package, videography package, a photobooth and soon a wedding album! You will not find better wedding photographers anywhere! They listened to all my ideas on what I wanted captured on our big day and took care of everything!”
“These are the people that you want for your wedding photos and videography. They are simply amazing. They have personality and make the entire experience so special. The way that Jeff and Rachel interact with you and your bridal party makes the entire day so easy and carefree. Weddings can be stressful as it is, but they streamline the picture taking so well that you don't even have to worry about that component for your day. Super hands on and go with the flow. My husband and I couldn't be happier with the job they did.”
About Jeff and Rachel Owen
Why your wedding photography is so important to us.
We understand how it feels to be in love, so we notice the little moments.
Our love story started at a wedding. Now we get to capture yours.
We’re Jeff and Rachel, and we met while photographing a wedding. It’s fitting that the work we love brought us together—and that we now get to share it with each other.
Photography is our passion. We’ve spent years honing our craft, won multiple awards, and been flown around the world to teach other photographers. We love what we do, and we feel incredibly blessed to make a living doing it together.
We know how it feels to be in love, so we notice the little moments. And we bring everything we’ve learned to capturing them beautifully, helping you feel comfortable in front of our cameras, and creating photographs you’ll treasure.
We grew up in Lemont and have always called it home. It’s where we live with our son and three fur babies—and where we enjoy the everyday life we’ve built together.
Rachel & Jeff Owen
That’s us on our wedding day
We remember our wedding day clearly.
Because the photos mean so much to us, we understand they mean that much to you too.
What the Wedding Day Looks Like
What a typical wedding day looks like at J.R. Owen & Company.
Getting ready
Bridal portraits
Groom's coverage
Ceremony coverage
Photo shoot
Family photos (traditional or casual, your choice)
Cocktail hour
Speeches, reception, first dance
Dancing and party photos
Three weeks later, you come back to see your photos
Enjoy your photos forever
How Much Do Our Brides Invest?
At J.R. Owen & Company, we don’t start with a low-ball offer and try to talk you into things your wedding already needs.
So we put everything into one all-inclusive package — all you want for your wedding day, and nothing you don’t.
Our average couple invests $6,500 in their wedding photography.
And not one of them has ever regretted it.
Answers To Questions You’ve Been Asking
When will we receive our photos?
Three weeks after your wedding date.
Do you have backups?
Yes. We carry several cameras, lenses, and flashes on your wedding day, and every camera shoots to two memory cards at once. We also keep a backup photographer on call, ready to go just in case.
Will our photos be edited?
Yes. We go through every photo in your set for color and exposure, and we retouch your highlights.
Can we print and share our photos?
Absolutely. When you book with us, you have the rights to use your photos for any personal use — printing and social media included.
Answers To Questions You’ve Been Asking
When will we receive our photos?
Three weeks after your wedding date.
Do you have backups?
Yes. We carry several cameras, lenses, and flashes on your wedding day, and every camera shoots to two memory cards at once. We also keep a backup photographer on call, ready to go just in case.
Will our photos be edited?
Yes. We go through every photo in your set for color and exposure, and we retouch your highlights.
Can we print and share our photos?
Absolutely. When you book with us, you have the rights to use your photos for any personal use — printing and social media included.
You don't have to know all the details.
We will help you plan every detail of your timeline so you get the photos you want.
This Is One Of Those Things You'll Be So Glad You Did
You've dreamed of this day your whole life.
You've spent so much time planning and preparing.
When you choose J.R. Owen & Company,
we'll make sure your wedding day is remembered exactly as it should be.
