Call us today at 1-773-936-8908 for a complete list of our terms.

We guarantee to be available the day you book, but if for any reasonable health issues we become unavailable, we reserve the right to replace the photographer at no cost to you.

For photography services we require 50 % down payment at the time contract is signed, and 50 % two weeks prior to event. Any cancellation will result in loss of deposit.

For international services we require at least one month advanced notice and 75% deposit (all other services require 50% deposit) with balance to be paid two weeks prior to departure day. Roundtrip airfare, transportation, lodging and a minimum of two meals a day (lunch and dinner) need to be provided.

Although we go to great lengths to provide ample backup, we cannot be held responsible for damaged or stolen equipment.

Aerial photography sometimes require FAA approval, so we need to know very specific details and iron out any issues before your event takes place. An additional 25% deposit is required on all airplane and helicopter photo shoots.

Full day refers to 8(eight) hours of photography. Additional hours are charged at overtime rate which is 1 1/2 times regular rate. Wedding rates are $93.40/hour regular rate, and $140/hour overtime rate. Increments of 1/2 hour are only acceptable for overtime rates !

RJ Photo Galleries offers clients professional photography services in Chicago and around the world.


Commissioned photography work is done on a quote basis and we will meet with you in person to establish your needs, provide location and aesthetics analysis along with facial and body consultation.

Our portraiture, wedding and some large product photography is produced exclusively on location. If you have special requests we will be happy to accommodate them.


For commercial photography see the commercial pages or call us at 773-936-8908

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There is a difference between us and other photographers and you'll find it in the way we treat our customers. We are refreshingly honest and easy to deal with. This becomes evident from our first meeting, through the whole process to the final photography products you are commissioning us to create.Call 773-936-8908 today to reserve your photography or videography event and to schedule a no obligation consultation.We partner with local businesses to bring you services that complement our photography. Visit the links page to learn more and save.

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