Stories told in
light & motion.
Editorial photography, cinematic videography, and modern photo booth experiences for weddings, brands, portraits, and events — captured with intention, delivered with care. Packages from $249.
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!Quiet moments. Bold frames. A calm presence behind the lens.
SHIN Studio is a Chicago-based photography & videography practice working at the intersection of documentary and editorial. We direct lightly, observe closely, and build a visual record of your event or brand that still feels right ten years from now.
Every project includes a personal consultation, a creative brief, and a private online gallery & video suite for easy sharing.
Services
Photography & videography tailored to your moment. Pick a discipline — we’ll craft the coverage.
Weddings & Elopements
Documentary-led coverage of your day — getting ready through the last dance. Film + photo hybrids available.
Portraits & Family
Headshots, maternity, couples, and family sessions at your favorite Chicago location or in-studio.
Events & Parties
Birthdays, showers, quinceañeras, corporate, and social events — candid, bright, and guest-forward.
Brand & Commercial
Product, lifestyle, and founder content for websites & social. Photo + short-form video in one visit.
Real Estate & Spaces
Listings, short-term rentals, and interior design portfolios. Fast 48-hour turnaround available.
Cinematic Videography
Highlight reels, brand films, and social cutdowns. 4K capture, color-graded & music-licensed.
Engagement & Proposal
Warm, relaxed sessions that actually feel like you. Includes a private gallery for save-the-dates.
Add-On: Second Shooter
For fast-moving events — an extra angle, more candids, and dual-cam video coverage when you need it.
Portfolio
A sampling of recent captures across weddings, portraits, brand, and events.
Packages
Transparent, all-inclusive pricing. Every package ships with a private online gallery, color-graded edits, and a personal consultation.
Mini Session
- 30-minute photo session
- One location (Chicago area)
- 25+ edited hi-res images
- Private online gallery
- Personal print release
- 7-day delivery
Signature Session
- 2-hour photo + short video coverage
- Up to 2 locations or outfits
- 75+ edited hi-res images
- 60-second highlight reel (social cut)
- Private gallery + video suite
- 14-day delivery
Full Day
- Up to 8 hours photo + video
- Lead shooter + videographer
- 400+ edited hi-res images
- 3–5 min cinematic highlight film
- Engagement mini session included
- Priority 21-day delivery
Photo booth experiences
guests actually line up for.
From open-air prints to 360° slow-motion video — a modern photo booth that fits seamlessly into weddings, birthdays, corporate events, and brand activations. Setup, attendant, and teardown always included.
The Classic
Our most popular booth — the all-around favorite for weddings, birthdays, and corporate events.
- 2 hours · unlimited prints
- 4×6 or 2×6 layouts
- Optional backdrop + props
- Flattering studio lighting
The Showstopper
Slow-motion 360° videos with instant sharing. High-energy, viral-ready content guests love.
- 2 hours · instant sharing
- Custom overlay + music
- QR code / AirDrop delivery
- Social-ready vertical cuts
The Editorial
Studio-style black & white portraits with that luxury magazine finish. Perfect for weddings.
- 2 hours · glam processing
- Skin-smoothing retouch
- Minimal, elegant prints
- Dramatic beauty lighting
How It Works
Inquire
Share your vision using the contact form. I respond within 24 hours with availability & a custom quote.
Consult
A short call to align on mood, logistics, locations, and deliverables. I’ll send a creative brief to confirm.
Capture
Session or event day. Calm, directed, and focused on presence — so you actually enjoy being photographed.
Deliver
A private gallery + video suite with high-res downloads, prints-ready files, and social cutdowns.
Shin made us feel completely at ease — and the photos feel like memories we haven’t had yet. The film brought us right back to the day.
FAQ
Do you travel outside of Chicago?
What’s included in the starting price?
How long until we see our photos?
Do you shoot photo and video on the same day?
How do we book?
Inquire
Share a little about your event or project and I’ll reply within 24 hours with availability and a custom proposal.