Alex Maldonado
Photography
Investment Guide
Life can be unpredictable, but finding the right photographer shouldn't be.
About Alex
Award-winning photographer & people poser based in Chicago, IL.
Hi, I’m Alex Maldonado. I’ve spent over ten years helping couples, families, and everyone in between capture the moments that matter most. From big wedding days to intimate elopements, I love creating photos that feel real, fun, and uniquely you.
My approach isn’t just about snapping pictures but capturing candid moments that are real while also creating big moments and works of art. I’ll guide you through moments, capture genuine reactions, and make sure your personalities shine in every frame. All to capture your day in a way that is timeless and truly reflect who you are and the love you share.
My Approach
Planning a wedding can be overwhelming, and the last thing you want is to stress about is missing those precious moments.
My focus is on creating an atmosphere where you feel comfortable, relaxed, and genuinely happy throughout your day. I understand the importance of capturing memories you'll treasure forever, and that's exactly what I'm here to do.
We'll work together to make sure all those must have moments are covered while keeping the flow of the day feeling natural and stress free. We’’re here to celebrate you two after all!
Proposals
Essentials Proposal
Everything you need to capture your proposal perfectly.
Planning & Consultation: I’ll guide you through coordinating your proposal, from selecting the perfect location to finalizing all the details in an email and over the phone.
Pre-Arrival Time: I’ll arrive early to get in position and be ready to capture the big moment.
Capturing of the proposal: I’ll capture the big moment as it unfolds and give you two a moment together.
Portrait Session: 20 minutes of couple and ring photos after the proposal.
Photo Delivery: Full gallery delivered in high resolution within 7–10 days.
$600
Extended Proposal
Perfect for couples who want to celebrate longer, with expedited highlights texted to your phone in 24hours.
Expedited Highlights: Receive 20–35 edited photos within 24 hours. Perfect for sharing the excitement with family and friends right away.
Extended Portrait Session: Add another 30 minutes of portrait time after the proposal, giving you more time for photos and locations to visit.
Planning & Consultation: I’ll guide you through coordinating your proposal, from selecting the perfect location to finalizing all the details in an email and over the phone.
Photo Delivery: Full gallery delivered in high resolution within 7–10 days.
$750
Proposal Add Ons
Expedited Highlights
Want your photos fast? With this add-on, you’ll get 20–35 edited photos within 24 hours, perfect for sharing the big news right away!
$100
Extended Event Coverage
Celebrate your engagement with event coverage immediately following your proposal.
$600/1hr
Engagement Sessions
Essentials Engagement
Let’s bring your vision to life with a session thats focused around you. Together, we’ll create photos that truly captures your personalities and connection.
Planning and Consultation: I offer unlimited consultations to meet and make your vision come to life. I’ll help suggest locations and ideas to match the vibe we’re going for.
Time: A 1-hour session together. We can explore the surrounding area for variations of locations and backgrounds .
Photo Delivery: All photos are edited and delivered in high resolution within 7–14 days.
$700
Extended Engagement
Looking for more time and variety? The Extended Session offers 2 hours of time, giving us the flexibility to visit multiple locations, more moments or an outfit change.
Time: 2 hours for more locations, poses, or an outfit change.
Planning and Consultation: I offer unlimited consultations to meet and make your vision come to life. I’ll help suggest locations and ideas to match the vibe we’re going for.
Photo Delivery: All photos are professionally edited and delivered in high resolution within 7–14 days.
$1100
Elopements
Essential Elopement
A versatile option for City Hall or small elopement ceremony including portraits around the city.
Includes up to 2.5 hours of coverage.
Capture your vows at City Hall with up to 12 guests, or have a small ceremony with an officiant.
Take advantage of downtown spots for newlywed photos.
Receive a Highlight gallery and fully edited gallery within 2–6 weeks.
$1500
City Hall + Art Institute
Elevate your elopement with admission to the Art Institute and its private, members-only access hours from 10-11am for an unforgettable experience.
Includes up to 2.5 hours of coverage.
Capture your vows at City Hall with up to 12 guests. Group photos after the ceremony with attendees.
Enjoy complimentary admission and access to the Art Institute’s members-only hours from 10-11am. Giving us a nearly empty museum to take pictures in!
Receive a Highlight gallery and fully edited gallery within 2–6 weeks.
$1500
Small Ceremony & Reception
Have a little more planned? Perfect for a small ceremony and reception following. Ideal for under 60 guests.
Includes up to 4.5 hours of coverage
Ideal for quick ceremony or vow exchange.
Formal photos with family and attendees following the ceremony.
Portrait time of the newly weds.
Coverage at reception immediately following.
Receive a Highlight gallery and fully edited gallery within 3–6 weeks.
$2700
Wedding Packages
Essential Wedding Package
Perfect for capturing all of the must-have moments with a high resolution digital download.
Planning + Consultation: Unlimited consultations to give you the reassurance you need.
Photography Timeline: I’ll help create a detailed schedule to keep everything on track.
6 Hours of Coverage: Ideal for ceremony to reception coverage.
Photo Delivery: Full gallery delivered in high resolution.
$3600
Classic Wedding Package
Perfect for couples who want full-day coverage and flexibility with an engagement session. You can credit the session towards an extra hour of wedding day coverage.
8 Hours of Coverage: Ideal for full day coverage. From getting ready to the last formalities.
1 Hour Engagement Session: A pre wedding portrait session or credit toward a 9 hour day.
Planning + Consultation.
Photography Timeline.
Digital Download.
$5000
Ultimate Wedding Package
You guessed it! The best of the best. Full day coverage, a second photographer!
10 Hours of Coverage.
2 Photographers: A trusted professional to help capture your day. Best for big weddings and simultaneous coverage.
1 Hour Engagement Session.
Planning + Consultation.
Photography Timeline.
Digital Download.
$8000
Wedding Package Add Ons
Hourly Commission
Hourly Commission is available to add to any existing package. Perfect to fine tune coverage to capture all those must have moments.
$600
Secondary photographer
Capture your wedding day with myself and a trusted colleague. Ideal for covering separate preparations, first looks, and key moments. With two photographers, nothing will be missed.
$800/1hr
Wedding Album Add Ons
9.5x9.5 Album
9.5"x9.5" Album
70 retouched images. (35 spreads)
Choice of Classy Black, Pink Powder Grey, and Moka
$800
12x12 Album
12"x12" Album
70 retouched images. (35 spreads)
Choice of Classy Black, Pink Powder Grey, and Moka
$1000
Parent Album
A 6"x6" clone of your main album
Ideal for parents, friends, wedding party, and more!