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Intimate Micro Wedding at Events at Ethereal in Woodstock, IL
Intimate Micro Wedding at Events at Ethereal in Woodstock, IL

A 60-degree day in March, a small circle of favorite humans, and every single detail chosen on purpose. Matt and Nina's intimate micro wedding at Events at Ethereal in Woodstock, IL — documented by Illinois & Wisconsin wedding photographer Nicole Kilday.

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Documentary, Candid & Editorial Wedding Photography — What's the Difference & How I Use All Three
Documentary, Candid & Editorial Wedding Photography — What's the Difference & How I Use All Three

I don't fit into one specific photography style — and honestly, I'm kinda tired of feeling like my art has to fit into a specific box. Most couples ask me what my style is. Here's my answer: I just call it paying attention.

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How Much Does Wedding Photography Cost in Illinois & Wisconsin?
How Much Does Wedding Photography Cost in Illinois & Wisconsin?

Wedding photography in Illinois and Wisconsin typically ranges between $3,500–$6,500+ depending on coverage and experience. Here’s what affects pricing, what’s included, and how couples in Northern Illinois, Chicago, Lake Geneva, and Southern Wisconsin can budget with clarity.

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How It Felt: The Way I Photograph Weddings (and Why It Matters)
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How It Felt: The Way I Photograph Weddings (and Why It Matters)

Your wedding isn’t a performance — it’s a story unfolding in real time. My approach to photography blends candid emotion, editorial artistry, and documentary storytelling to capture how it felt, not just how it looked. From quiet moments to golden hour chaos, this post dives into what it’s really like to be photographed by me — human, intentional, and anything but surface level.

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