Bare Essence

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Prices start at $1,200

Elopement pricing

Prices start at $500

Packages

Prices start at $499

About Bare Essence

Bare Essence

Photographer

Hey lovely couples! 💍✨ I’m Justice, a Northern IL photographer passionate about capturing cinematic, true-to-color love stories with warmth and authenticity. I specialize in storytelling through the little moments—the teary-eyed vows, wild dance moves, and quiet hand squeezes when no one’s looking. My goal? To give you timeless images that let you relive every emotion, every time you look back. My wedding packages start at $1,200, include engagement sessions, and feature stunning keepsakes like fine art albums and crystal prints. Plus, they’re fully customizable, with payment plans available!

Your day, your vibe—I’m here to capture it all. Whether it’s barefoot vows in the mountains, a wild dance floor, or a laid-back, 🌿-friendly celebration, I focus on telling your unique love story. I believe in documenting the moments that matter most, creating images that feel as real as the day itself. I also offer additional sessions for couples who want to document more of their journey—engagements, post-wedding adventures, and beyond. Because your love story doesn’t start or end on just one day—it’s a collection of unforgettable moments, and I’d love to help you preserve them beautifully. Let’s create something magical together! 🥂

Services

Engagement session
Extra hours
Image editing
Online proofing
Printing rights

Photo formats

Digital

Deliverables

Digital files
Digital rights
Online gallery
Photo box
Printed enlargements
Same/next-day sneak-peek images
Wedding album

Bare Essence packages

Micro-Wedding

2 hours

Peak pricing $499-500

Off-peak pricing $499-500

Description

Capture the intimate moments of your micro wedding with two hours of dedicated photography coverage. Whether it's a small ceremony or a personal celebration, this package is perfect for couples looking for an affordable, yet beautiful way to document their special day. Additional Info: Available to couples within a 2-hour drive from McHenry County, IL Travel fees apply for locations outside the 2-hour radius

What’s included

2 hours of coverage
5 sneak peaks within 48 hours
Mobile app gallery for easy downloads and sharing

The Beginning

4 hours

Peak pricing $1,199-2,000

Description

Perfect for couples who want beautiful, meaningful coverage without the full-day commitment.

What’s included

45 minute engagement or post wedding session
5 sneak peeks within 48 hours
Mobile app gallery for easy downloads and sharing
Crystal USB with all final edited images
$150 credit towards additional products

The Tale

6 hours

Peak pricing $1,799-1,800

Off-peak pricing $1,799-1,800

Description

For couples who want a well-rounded collection of memories with added heirloom keepsakes

What’s included

45 minute engagement or post wedding session
5 sneak peaks within 48 hours
Mobile app gallery for easy downloads and sharing
Crystal USB for all final edited images
Accordion Album
10 5x7 fine art prints in a keepsake box
$250 credit towards additional products

Ever After

8 hours

Peak pricing $2,799-2,800

Off-peak pricing $2,799-2,800

Description

For couples who want the full story of their day captured with stunning heirloom keepsakes.

What’s included

45 minute engagement or post wedding session
5 sneak peaks within 48 hours
Mobile app gallery for easy downloads and sharing
Crystal USB for all final edited images
20 pages fine art album
11x14 metal canvas print
10 5x7 fine art prints in keepsake box
$500 credit towards additional products

Reviews

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Engagement shoot w 4/20 content
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•Lindsay S.•Mar 29
From the moment we reached out to Bare Essence, we were impressed by their consistent, fast, and articulate communication style. Their genuine passion for their work shone through in every interaction. The quality of their photography is truly exceptional - creative, emotional, timeless, thoughtful, and thorough. Justice went above and beyond, researching poses and styles that would suit us perfectly. As a more casual couple, I trusted her creative vision, and I'm so glad I did. The resulting photos are absolute works of art that beautifully capture one of the most special times of our lives. Justice also made sure to incorporate personal touches that reflected our unique story, creating classic shots as well as fun, lighthearted ones. Her attention to detail in every aspect of our wedding day was truly outstanding. We are overjoyed with the timeless memories Bare Essence has given us.
Great experience
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•Teresa•Mar 28
From the initial consultation to the final photos, Justice was an absolute pleasure to work with. Her professionalism and excitement made me feel comfortable and relaxed throughout the entire process. The photos are stunning. Her creative vision and attention to detail are truly exceptional, and I am so grateful for the beautiful memories she helped me create. I highly recommend Justice to anyone looking for a talented and dedicated photographer for any occasion.
Justice is the best!
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•Jaida w.•Mar 28
I use Bare Essence for ALL of my photography needs! She is timely, creative, fun, and most importantly captures all of the important moments. Easy going, well organized, and professional.. she will not disappoint!