TOP BLACK-OWNED WEDDING VENDORS IN CHICAGO

Browse our 'Wedding Blacklist' where we share our top vendor recommendations for couples looking to support black-owned businesses


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J LAURYN PHOTOGRAPHY JOURNAL


Our timeless wedding photography captures the true essence and emotions of a once-in-a-lifetime day so our clients can relive and share their individual love stories for generations to come. We work for unique & diverse couples who are focused on crafting a love-filled celebration of their wedding in Chicago, NYC, and destinations worldwide. My passion is telling my clients unique, authentic love stories to enjoy and share for a lifetime.


Wedding Guide


THREE QUESTIONS YOU NEED TO ASK DURING VENDOR CONSULTATIONS



The wedding vendor search can be so overwhelming! Ask these questions during your next vendor consultation to ensure you find wedding vendors that are a perfect fit for you.


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“To accomplish great things, we must not only act but also dream; not only plan but also believe.”

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Wedding


A MOMENT FOR THE BOW AT THE PENDRY


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Engagement


AUTUMN SUNRAYS AT ALFRED LILY POND


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WEDDING


TWO-DAY ERITREAN WEDDING CELEBRATION


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Planning advice


HOW TO PLAN YOUR DESTINATION ENGAGEMENT


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WEDDING


SIMPLE ELEGANCE AT

PENTHOUSE HYDE PARK


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Engagement


BEST ENGAGEMENT LOCATIONS IN CHICAGO


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Planning Advice



THE WEDDING BUDGET: Why Your Dream Wedding Is So Expensive?



The wedding vendor search can be so overwhelming! Ask these questions during your next vendor consultation to ensure you find wedding vendors that are a perfect fit for you.


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Jasmine Oliver; Owner & Lead Photographer

Welcome to our journal! My name is Jasmine Oliver, the owner of J Lauryn Photography based in Chicago, and I'm so excited that you stumbled across our little corner of the internet. As you browse around, you will find our most recent weddings, some inspiration and planning tips for your wedding, and some behind-the-scenes of my life as a wedding photographer.

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