Event Photography That Lets You Stay Present
Your event deserves to be experienced—not spent worrying about whether the important moments are being photographed. IDT Photo provides professional event photography throughout Aurora, the Fox Valley and Chicagoland.
Enjoy Your Event. We'll Preserve the Story.
From intimate family celebrations to corporate gatherings, every event has moments that cannot be staged again. We photograph the atmosphere, decorations, important guests, candid reactions and planned highlights while remaining attentive and unobtrusive.
Before your event, we'll discuss the schedule, priorities and any people or moments that are especially important to you. During the event, we combine candid coverage with organized group photographs and portraits when requested.
39+ Years of Experience
We anticipate moments before they happen
Veteran-Owned
Dependable, prepared, detail-oriented
Private Online Gallery
90-day gallery with print ordering
7–10 Day Delivery
Expedited service available
Events We Photograph
Every gathering worth celebrating deserves professional coverage. We photograph events of all sizes—from an intimate family celebration to a large corporate gathering.
Birthday Parties
Anniversary Celebrations
Baby & Bridal Showers
Baptisms & Religious Celebrations
Retirement Parties
Family Reunions
Graduation Celebrations
Holiday Parties
Fundraisers & Nonprofit Events
Networking Events
Awards Ceremonies
Conferences & Corporate Gatherings
Community Events
Other Private Celebrations
Planning something not on the list? Get in touch—we photograph all kinds of private celebrations and gatherings.
The Big Moments—and Everything Happening Around Them
We document the full story of your event, not just the highlights. Our coverage typically includes:
- ✓Guests arriving and greeting one another
- ✓Candid conversations and reactions
- ✓Decorations, food and meaningful details
- ✓Speakers, presentations and performances
- ✓Awards, announcements and ceremonies
- ✓Family and group photographs
- ✓Individual and couple portraits
- ✓Cake cutting, gift opening and other planned activities
- ✓Venue and atmosphere photographs
- ✓Hosts, sponsors and business branding
Simple, Flexible Event Coverage
Transparent pricing with no hidden fees. Coverage scales to fit your event.
First Hour
Up to one hour of professional event photography
- ✓All best photographs with professional light & color correction
- ✓5 images with detailed professional editing
- ✓High-resolution digital downloads
- ✓Private online gallery — available 90 days
- ✓Professional print ordering through the gallery
- ✓Complete gallery delivered within 7–10 business days
Additional Coverage
Each additional hour beyond the first
- ✓Continued event photography coverage
- ✓All best photographs with professional light & color correction
- ✓5 additional images with detailed professional editing
Additional Details
- •Expedited image delivery is available upon request and subject to availability. Additional fees may apply based on the number of photographs and requested delivery time.
- •Additional photography beyond the contracted coverage time is billed at $175 per hour and is subject to the photographer's availability.
- •A second photographer may be added for larger events, events taking place across multiple rooms, or occasions with simultaneous activities. Contact IDT Photo for availability and pricing.
Ready to check availability for your event?
Tell us the details and we'll put together the right plan.
Professional Preparation for Every Delivered Image
Every selected gallery image receives professional light and color correction, including adjustments to exposure, color, contrast and cropping.
Five images per hour also receive detailed professional editing. This may include portrait retouching, distraction removal and other image-specific refinements.
Clients receive all of the best usable photographs selected by the photographer. Test photographs, duplicates, missed expressions and technically unusable images are not included. RAW files are unfinished working files and are not included or delivered.
Light & Color Correction
Applied to every selected image — exposure, color balance, contrast and cropping.
Detailed Professional Editing
Five images per hour receive portrait retouching, distraction removal and other refinements.
Professional JPEG Delivery
High-resolution digital files delivered through your private gallery — ready to download, share and print.
7–10 Business Day Turnaround
Your complete gallery is typically delivered within 7–10 business days. Expedited service is available.
What You Can Expect from Every Event
A veteran-owned husband-and-wife team with more than 39 years of combined experience and nearly 500 reviews across platforms.
Experienced Coverage
More than 39 years of photography experience helps us anticipate important moments before they happen.
Candid and Organized
We capture natural interactions while also helping arrange group photographs and important portraits.
Clear, Consistent Editing
Every selected image receives professional light and color correction, with five images per hour receiving detailed professional editing.
Private Online Gallery
View, download and share your photographs through a convenient private gallery available for 90 days.
Professional Printing
Order professional prints, enlargements and wall art directly through your gallery.
Veteran-Owned Reliability
David's 22 years of Air Force service shaped the preparation, dependability and attention to detail IDT Photo brings to every event.
Real Events. Genuine Moments.
From intimate gatherings to large corporate events, IDT Photo delivers consistent, professional coverage across every type of occasion.
What to Expect
Tell Us About Your Event
Provide the event type, date, location, expected number of guests, requested coverage time and important activities.
Plan the Coverage
We'll discuss the schedule, priority photographs, important guests, requested group combinations and venue requirements.
Enjoy the Event
We'll photograph the important moments, details and candid interactions while you spend time with your guests.
Receive Your Gallery
Within 7–10 business days, your best images will be professionally prepared and delivered through a private online gallery for downloading, sharing and print ordering. The gallery remains available for 90 days.
Frequently Asked Questions
Tell Us About Your Event
The more detail you can share, the better we can help you plan the right coverage. David or Jane will respond within 24 hours.
Let's Talk About Your Event
Tell us what you are planning, what matters most and how long you would like us there. We'll help you select the right amount of coverage and create a photography plan around your event.