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Nicole Kilday Photography
about
services
experience
my process
weddings
family & portraits
portfolio
Dan & Breanne, Bluestem Farm & Events
Rebecca & Bradley, At Home in Grayslake, IL
Jessica & Ryan, The Crawford Venue
Vintage Car & Diner Engagement Session
Downtown Chicago Engagement Session
Intimate Adventure Engagement Session
Layla's First Birthday
The Schultz Family, Maternity & Newborn
book now
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Dan & Breanne, Bluestem Farm & Events
Rebecca & Bradley, At Home in Grayslake, IL
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Vintage Car & Diner Engagement Session
Downtown Chicago Engagement Session
Intimate Adventure Engagement Session
Layla's First Birthday
The Schultz Family, Maternity & Newborn
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Soak It In: Your First Steps After Saying “Yes”
Wedding Planning Tips, Engagement and Wedding Photography, Documentary Wedding Photography Nicole Kilday 9/1/25 Wedding Planning Tips, Engagement and Wedding Photography, Documentary Wedding Photography Nicole Kilday 9/1/25

Soak It In: Your First Steps After Saying “Yes”

You just said yes—cue the happy tears, phone calls, and champagne pops. Before the planning whirlwind starts, here’s how to slow down, soak it all in, and take your first steps into this new chapter together.

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Things to Ask Your Wedding Photographer Before Booking
Choosing a Photographer, Wedding Planning Tips, Engagement and Wedding Photography Nicole Kilday 8/4/25 Choosing a Photographer, Wedding Planning Tips, Engagement and Wedding Photography Nicole Kilday 8/4/25

Things to Ask Your Wedding Photographer Before Booking

Choosing your photographer is a big deal—I’ve been where you are. Here are the questions I wish I’d asked (and my honest answers) to help you find your perfect fit.

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Nicole Kilday Photography

Illinois based wedding and family photographer, documenting love worldwide.

Is it August 1st, 2026 yet? 🥹

Gonna camp out on Nina & Matt’s couch to snuggle Hank 25/8.
Mr. & Mrs. LoPresti have arrived ❤️‍🔥

The way both Kylie & Brendon’s parents laughed & cried the entire day made your heart swell. I’ll never forget Mrs. LoPresti’s reaction to having a moment with Kylie before her

Formerly My Whole Heart Collective

Nicole Kilday and Ashley Bowling