John Reilly Photography

John Reilly is as good as it gets in Chicago. He has been a leader in family, corporate, wedding, and celebratory photography for more than 3 decades.
His Christmas cards are to be cherished, he is unsurpassed in wedding photography (if I only hadn’t gotten divorced I could keep my pictures on the shelves)…nad John is one of the nicest, kindest men with a gifted eye.

Loved the pictures that we had done be John Reilly Photography. We had our daughters debutant and senior pictures done. There were over 200 of each group. Our biggest problem was there were so many great pictures to pick from! We highly recommend you get your pictures done by John Reilly Photography! They make you feel comfortable while taking the pictures! They get the natural smile vs a faked smile

I have known John Reilly for more years than I care to admit. His work just keeps getting better. He has a way of making his subjects feel comfortable and happy. His assistant, Aanna, is kind and knowledgeable. John did business and volunteer work-​related portraits of me some time ago, and joyfully, he just completed a portrait session for my daughter’s special event. The work is exquisite. Retouching is subtle but effective. John and his wife Myra are some of the loveliest people you’ll ever know.

I have used John Reilly Photography for years, photographing my family for our Christmas cards, and children’s portraits. We just used him for our son’s wedding, and everything was perfect. Great attention to detail, and all of the important shots taken. They didn’t miss capturing a person who attended. John and his staff are very easy to work with. It’s why we keep hiring him!

John has been doing the family pictures since before I can remember. He took my parents wedding photos over 30 years ago and most recently our wedding shots.
During the wedding, I remember he was quick, direct and to the point (which my wife and I needed/​appreciated). The photos were spectacular and we couldn’t be more pleased. My personal favorite: My wife, Laura, sitting on top of the pool table in her wedding gown. Pure Awesomeness!!!
In addition, he did some preliminary engagement photos for us as well. They were great and helped my wife get to know him a little bit more prewedding. However, that said, we took the more conservative route instead of the recommended nude one… she/​nor I were ready for that type of coverage… or lack there of. (please excuse the lameless… I had to)
Anyhow, I strongly reccommend to any of those interested in wedding photos/​family portraits. Walking around his studio you can bear witness to the level of professionalism you should expect from JRP.
I must say that professionalism/​excellence comes with a price. However, in my opinion (IMO) its worth it!!! Give my best to Myra.