Layla Eloa Photography

wedding planning and took the time to make an extra meeting with me to answer all my questions and help me understand how the photography timeline would flow on the big day. She was very responsive with our email chains back and forth, and very flexible with changes we decided to make throughout the entire process. On our wedding day she was professional, prompt, and so bubble. Everyone really enjoyed working with her that day. She made sure to capture all of the photos/style we wanted on the wedding day. We would highly recommend Layla!

ographer with a great eye, but we will never forget her willingness to hike through tall grass and bushes and climb rocks to get beautiful photos for us. She was one of the easiest vendors to work with for our wedding day. She had scoped out spots for our photos, but when a couple of our family members insisted on taking photos in a different spot, she was flexible and willing to accommodate, or she took 3 or 4 photos in the spot to demonstrate why the light wasn't ideal. No matter what, we always felt like she was listening to what we wanted and did everything she could to get that for us. Layla sent a preview of a couple of photos (~50) shortly after the wedding, along with the whole gallery less than a month after the wedding. I highly recommend her for any occasion but especially for your wedding day!

s and venue to help us remember our special day forever. Our venue was a bit of a challenge being on a boat during sunset in downtown Chicago with limited space, but Layla did an incredible job capturing the evening and made each of our guests shine. This was so important to us since our families are spread across the country and rarely get together – let alone have professional photos taken! She was also incredibly patient with us for having an engagement shoot that included our dog, and made sure he was the star of this photoshoot. :) Throughout the process, Layla was incredibly communicative, provided great direction and made sure her shot list included everyone and everything we needed. We spoke with som any great photographers, but Layla went above and beyond to capture all of the details that made our day amazing. We'd work with her again in a heartbeat!

ptured so many amazing candids as well. Our photos came out beautifully with her lighting choices and edits - we still can't decide which are our favorites because there are so many!

s moments of my wedding day with such beauty and grace. Layla's creativity knows no bounds. She has an incredible eye for detail and a knack for finding the perfect angles and lighting to create breathtaking photos. Every shot she took told a story, capturing the emotions, the joy, and the love that filled the air on our special day. Layla's genuine passion for her craft and commitment to her clients set her apart. She took the time to get to know us as a couple, understanding our vision and what was important to us. She listened to our ideas, offered valuable insights, and went above and beyond to ensure that every photo reflected our personalities and the essence of our love story. The result? A collection of photos that exceeded our wildest dreams. Each image is a work of art, filled with emotion and meaning. Looking through them transports us back to that magical day, and we will forever cherish them. Layla, thank you from the bottom of our hearts for being an incredible photographer and one of our dearest friends. Your talent, passion, and friendship mean the world to us, and we are forever grateful for the beautiful memories you've captured for us.

choose which photos were my favorite because there were so many. When my Husband and I reviewed our photos, it took us back to our Wedding day and we could relive every moment. Layla Eloa is also very professional and prompt. I made a timeline for my wedding and it was very important to me that we stuck to it for the flow & logistics of the wedding. Layla did such a great job keeping everything and everyone on task when it came to photography. If you are having any doubts whatsoever, you will not be disappointed with Layla Eloa. There are no hidden costs with her packages, she is prompt and professional, so sweet to work with, and her photography is superb! I highly recommend her!

r invitees and made our timeline of the day work perfectly. Her pictures style that you see by the references is exactly what you see as final results and they look amazing. Couldn’t recommend her more and we are very happy to have her capture our special day.

above and beyond to get the shot... she really did, from standing in the middle of Chicago traffic to navigating a huge crowd following a Bears game! I would 100/10 recommend Layla to any person who wants photos that capture the essence of their relationship all while making a wonderful friend.

or and it was so smooth then on wedding day since she knew everyone! She was so friendly and professional - TRULY AMAZING!

he shots that were most important to us (in our case, the ones with our dogs!!)...& she got us our sneak peak in just a few days, so much fun to look at on our honeymoon! All of our family & friends have raved about how much they love our wedding pictures as well. Thank you so much, Layla!!

ectly. We're so grateful for her!

yla to capture our day. She surpassed our expectations. Her photography is simply amazing. She is talented, professional, kind, patient, honest. She’s a perfectionist and when the wind was blowing too much in one location in Chicago, she suggested we add another location to make sure we’re happy with the quality of the pictures. Later in the day, she eyed a perfect opportunity for a sunset photo which turned out amazing. We look forward to treasuring these photos for life. Layla perfectly captured the day for us. Highly recommend!

n end and what you're left with is an imprint of your feelings and memories -- that is if you don't have Layla as your photographer. With Layla's candid, lovely photos, we're able to convince ourselves it wasn't just a fleeting dream. Layla was able to gently guide us to get high quality professional shots, while not making things too fussy. She knew when to ask for our time, and when to allow us to be present in the moment. She also, was able to extend that kindness to our family members who are aspiring photographers themselves, giving them the space to take shots. Many guests after the wedding mentioned Layla's name as someone they will remember, for being kind and gracious (and talented)! Layla was also brave, standing on an adjacent balconey to capture a photo of all our guests in one shot -- what a treasure! We have gotten a sneak peek of the wedding photos, and they are of the highest quality and authentic style we were seeking. Thank you so much Layla for capturing our wedding -- I highly, without reservation, recommend her for your event.

rking with her to document such an important and special day for us. The photos we received were truly stunning and we cannot recommend her services enough!

communicative prior to the wedding in setting up the family and friend shots that we wanted. During the wedding, she provided direction when needed for the formal shots, but she also took advantage of the natural interactions with our guests and got some beautiful candid photos. Overall, Layla is very sweet and accommodating, and we were very pleased with the end result.

were so pleased with her professionalism and great communication throughout the whole process. The photos turned out amazing! And omg! our wedding photo album was breathtaking, and it was also delivered so quickly. Huge shout out to her assistant as well... we cannot thank you enough for the extra hand with both children crying for their mom while we were taking pictures the morning of the wedding. We could not be more pleased and grateful for going above and beyond and making our day so special by capturing our special day so beautifully. We highly recommend Layla Eloa Photography and cannot wait to work with her in the future.

f rescheduling. We initially booked Layla to shoot our wedding because of her bubbly personality and her beautiful photographer skills, but really found the value in our choice during the reschedule when she was flexible, responsive and caring. We felt like Layla truly wanted our wedding day to be the most perfect ever. Our engagement shoot really helped us get comfortable in front of the camera, and our wedding day would not have been the same without Layla! She kept us on track/time, she helped keep me calm during weather uncertainty and got some truly amazing shots of our family and bridal party. Not to mention some stunning portraits of Jake and me. And ladies, if you are thinking of a boudoir shoot, please hire Layla! I did it as a present for Jake for the wedding and the photos were the perfect amount of playful and sexy. Layla helped me feel so comfortable in front of the camera. With all that said, I cannot recommend Layla enough to other brides and am looking forward to continue working with her for family photos!

ecial someone is Layla. Layla is the most lovely, talented, unassuming professional that I have come across in many years. She has a special talent to be part of everything, yet remain unnoticed. She has an innate ability to capture the images that will be important to you. She listens, is always in tune with the moment, and above all she cares. Layla is there for you the entire time. She goes out of her way to ensure that she is clear in her understanding of what matters most to you on your special day, and then executes according to plan, beyond your expectations. Layla also knows that the best laid plans can change, and she is willing and able to accommodate with grace and ease. Her ability to capture unspoken moments is captivating. Her keen eye is able to assess the changing environment and to readjust on a moment's notice, in order to get the best shot and the most impressionable image. Layla has something inside that is not contrived or fabricated, but authentic. The images from my son's wedding are so beautiful, so thoughtful, so expressive and so in-the-moment. I cannot speak more highly of the talent that Layla has. She loves what she does, and it shows. As someone who only reviews when I truly feel like I can genuinely recommend a person, product or service, my hope is that you consider using Layla Eloa as your photographer. If your goal is to love and gush over your wedding pictures, I guarantee that if you work with Layla, you will not only gush and relive your wedding day over and over again, you will do it for years to come.

move our wedding date from 2020 to 2021. On the day of our wedding, she showed up early and was incredible at ensuring we got all of the photos we wanted with friends and family. She's fantastic at capturing candid, unposed moments. We're so happy with our wedding photos and our family won't stop raving about how beautiful they are! Layla went above and beyond in so many ways and I would recommend her to anyone.

we have received so many compliments! Due to Covid, our wedding plans were constantly shifting and Layla was so supportive and flexible during the replanning process! On our wedding day, she went above & beyond capturing each & every moment and making our intimate celebration so special! We highly recommend Layla - she is truly amazing! We look forward to having her capture other exciting moments for us in the future!

ible. We finally had a small ceremony at home and she was a trooper! Helped us rearrange furniture, took us out to Grant Park and the lake for the perfect outdoor shots (in 100+ degree heat) and was so fun and patient the whole time. My husband was initially hesitant to take photos and she made him feel so comfortable that he's requested we add more time with her for our eventual reception in 2021! You will not regret having her as your photographer. She is wonderful!!

ture the beauty of the city and made us feel so comfortable! During our wedding, she captured the joy, the fun, the flowers, the food, and so much of the love surrounding us. Every time I go back and look through our wedding photos, it's like we are whisked back to that delicious brunch morning! The photos were stunning, and our family overseas who were unable to attend were also able to experience the joy of the day, and were raving about how beautiful the photos were. Highly recommend Layla!

so great with everyone and captured every little moment. She was up for anything when we asked her to hop in the car to take some pictures at the beach and those pictures turned out amazing! She made us feel very comfortable and pointed out that it was important to show the joy of this big day in our lives even if 2020 has not been the year we all expected. It will always be a day we remember fondly and we thank Layla for her part in it. She was so easy to work with throughout the process and we received our photos shortly after the wedding. We highly recommend her, thanks Layla!

edding day plans changed because of covid she was on board with any changes we made. I LOVE all the photos Layla sent and would recommend her to any one looking for an amazing photographer.

ng/lead up to your wedding in addition to how they photograph on the actual day. She was 5 star for both! Planning Like all brides, I had so many things on my plate leading up to the big day. She reached out beforehand with helpful questions on what my vision was in addition to a questionnaire. I wanted pictures around town in addition to to my venue and she helped me pick locations that not only photographed well, but made sense for my timeline. Photography on “Day Of” I have gorgeous photographs of my wedding that I have already framed and will cherish for a lifetime! I always thought that having a late April wedding meant pretty spring photos BUT Chicago had other plans that included a blizzard. Layla had no problem capturing some of the most gorgeous pictures I’ve seen in the snow.

idal party without any of us feeling rushed or overwhelmed. She provided amazing suggestions for locations and shots. All of my friends and family loved her too! And, the photos are breathtaking. Highly, highly recommend Layla!

ting options! And her work product speaks for itself - such high quality photos that captured our personalities perfectly. I can not recommend her enough!

lot to us. I would recommend her to anyone looking for a photographer.

between me and my husband. She was comfortable to work with and made everything seem flawless. I am in love with her photos and so thankful to have chosen her as a vendor. She is professional and easy to work with. I think her artistic eye is unmatched. We definitely feel like we gained a friend through this.

ing our wedding party, keeping us on schedule, making sure we were all having fun, and getting great pictures. She was an absolute joy to work with. We’ve gotten so many compliments on our wedding pictures and it’s a true testament to Layla’s talent. We would recommend Layla to anyone and everyone! We love her!

onsible. We had a great chemistry with her and loved her style, so we decided to go with her, and we could not be happier that we did! We recommend doing an engagement session + wedding photos package, because engagement session can be a trial run to get your prepared for your wedding day. Our engagement photo session was great and Layla was extremely dedicated but because it was our first session of taking professional photos, we felt awkward posing or smiling for the photos and my husband would sometimes forget to take out his wallet out of his pockets. The lessons learned during our engagement photo session helped us prepare for our wedding day. In preparation for our wedding day, Layla communicated in advance everything that was going to happen, and that she will bring in another photographer, free of charge, to assist her. Layla was extremely flexible in accommodating all of the changes that we made. On the wedding day, she her assistant photographer were very dedicated and clearly communicated with us to make sure that they capture all of the special moments. We enjoyed having her with us, because we felt that she truly cared about us, and was happy to be working with us. After the wedding, Layla was very quick to share with us the photos after the wedding, and we are so happy with how the photos came out. She is one of my favorite vendors I have worked with, and highly recommend her to all!

were able to photograph both cities - with engagement pictures in New York and our wedding day in Chicago - and we're thrilled with the results from both occasions. Layla is very talented and incredibly kind. She was able to capture the essence of our relationship - laughter, sweetness and fun - in every photo shoot as she makes everyone feel at ease. Plus, the quality of the prints and our photo album is amazing, not to mention so speedy, too! I look forward to future photo shoots with Layla (she has such a way with people and kids!) and will undoubtedly recommend her to everyone. Thank you for everything Layla!!

ble and made the sometimes daunting task of being photographed, light-hearted and relaxing. Honestly, our only regret is we didn't hire to photograph our wedding longer. Layla is amazing to work with and I would recommend her to anyone.

and kept it all straight. I would never have remembered all those detail on wedding day (too much on my mind) but she had every detail right. And she suggested some nice poses and got such great shots of ceremony and guest. Can't say enough about how happy I am with her work and professionalism. And she is delightful to work with. She is beyond pleasant and photos are beautiful.

rfect posed (without looking posed) and candid moments. She knows how to make you feel comfortable and let the stress of a wedding day melt away. She is also so graceful in her ability to manage family and bridal parties (all while getting the perfect shots). Our guests gushed over how amazing our photos were and how kind Layla was (which is exceptional to have guests comment on the kindness of your photographer!). Layla gave us the gift of remember such a special day in our lives and we are forever grateful! Layla is absolutely AMAZING! We just got our engagement photos back and they are stunning. She is so thoughtful in her composition and use of light. She made my fiance and I feel so comfortable and we felt like she truly captured us at our best. We could not recommend Layla more! She loves what she does and it shows!

is really a true artist. She is very professional, prompt addressing any of our concerns, and well organized. I would recommend her to anyone. One of our top vendors!

ith. She did such a quick turnaround with all of our photos and they are gorgeous! My husband and I are not used to getting our pictures taken and she made us feel so comfortable and gave us cues/suggestions the entire time. HIGHLY RECOMMEND her for your future wedding!

otographers out there but when someone truly understands both color and composition like Layla does, they take it to a whole other level! I was so confident going into the day that I would have beautiful pictures to look back on for the rest of my life. That alone, is worth every penny.

communication high, even followed up with me months later to remind me to select photos for our photo album! :) We used Layla for both the Wedding and our Engagement pictures and I am so glad we did. Layla really knows her craft and always made sure the lighting was perfect. She even went to scope out an area that I wanted to use just to make sure it would photograph well. That is true passion and commitment to your customers. Layla, I can't thank you enough for all you did to make our day perfect. Thank you so much!

eat story. When I look back at the photos months later, they immediately transport me back to the emotion and memory of that day. Amidst a hectic wedding with lots of non-traditional idiosyncrasies, Layla worked thoughtfully and with ease to create an amazing collection of pictures. Layla is very professional, communicative, and talented in her craft. We are very grateful to have had her as our wedding photographer and recommend her without hesitation!

sts during our event. The pictures turned out phenomenal and are easily shared through a drive/usb. We loved the overall feel of our shots and would definitely recommend working with Layla.

us on time, coordinated with our transportation and got all the pictures that we asked her to. She even got some great candid ones without being in the way! The pictures came out amazing as well! And we got them much faster than I thought we would! I can't recommend Layla enough!