Michelle Zapanta Photography

Michelle Zapanta Photography Chicago Wedding and Portrait Photographer Michelle Zapanta Photography is a beautiful blend of posed and photojournalistic take on wedding photography.

I aim to capture your heartfelt memories and immortalize them in photographic art to help you relive the tears and joys of your big day. My goal is make sure you have fun and laugh your worries away. My love for photography has helped me fulfill several items on my bucket list from the shores of Jamaica to the cliffs of Maui. If you have one, let me help you make those memories and go on an adventure together!

Happy Monday!Do you enjoy black and white photos? šŸ–¤šŸ¤ I always include a small selectionā€”about 5%ā€”of black and white imag...
06/23/2025

Happy Monday!

Do you enjoy black and white photos? šŸ–¤šŸ¤

I always include a small selectionā€”about 5%ā€”of black and white images in the galleries I deliver to my clients.

Thereā€™s something timeless and emotional about them. They strip away the distractions of color and focus on expression, mood, and light. Some moments just feel better in black and whiteā€”raw, powerful, and nostalgic all at once.

Whether itā€™s the intimacy of a quiet look or the energy of a candid laugh, black and white photos let the emotion take center stage.

Venue:

We started this surprise proposal shoot at the Waldorf Astori hotel. After the ā€œshe said yesā€ moment, we took a walk thr...
06/22/2025

We started this surprise proposal shoot at the Waldorf Astori hotel. After the ā€œshe said yesā€ moment, we took a walk through the city streets and stumbled on this breathtaking cathedral from Harvest Bible Chapel. One of my favorite things about shooting in Chicago is how you can walk just a few blocks and find stunning architecture on nearly every corner.
From elegant hotels to historic churchesā€”this city gives your love story the perfect backdrop.

āœØšŸ“øHi friends! Iā€™m so glad youā€™re here šŸ«¶ Iā€™m Michelle!Iā€™m a wedding photographer who unexpectedly fell in love with the...
06/20/2025

āœØšŸ“ø
Hi friends! Iā€™m so glad youā€™re here šŸ«¶ Iā€™m Michelle!

Iā€™m a wedding photographer who unexpectedly fell in love with the craft while planning my own wedding nearly a decade agoā€”and Iā€™ve been capturing love stories ever since.

Iā€™m married to the most loving and supportive husband, and together weā€™re raising a wild, hilarious 5-year-old boy who keeps life anything but boring šŸ˜…šŸ’™

Weā€™re big on travel and make it a goal to explore outside of Illinois at least once a year (thankfully, my husbandā€™s travel perks make that dream a little more affordable!). Weā€™ve cruised through Mexico and the Caribbean islands and visited some of the most beautiful places on Earthā€”Maui, Paris, London, Rome, Florence, Prague, Moorea/Bora Bora, and recently a handful of magical spots in Switzerland.

Itā€™s impossible to choose a favorite, but if I had toā€¦ Bora Bora and Switzerland are neck and neck at the top of the list šŸļøšŸ”ļø

Canā€™t wait to share more of my adventuresā€”both behind the camera and across the globe!

Nothing beats the joy in their eyes as they take it all in. Candid moments like these, full of genuine smiles and overwh...
06/19/2025

Nothing beats the joy in their eyes as they take it all in.

Candid moments like these, full of genuine smiles and overwhelming excitement, are what make wedding days unforgettable!

A garden straight out of a dream šŸŒøšŸ’ The lush blooms and romantic greenery at the East Lawn of Cantigny Park created the ...
06/19/2025

A garden straight out of a dream šŸŒøšŸ’

The lush blooms and romantic greenery at the East Lawn of Cantigny Park created the most magical backdrop for saying ā€œI doā€ for Amanda and Jeremy. Nature truly has a way of making love feel even more timeless.

Choosing bridesmaid dresses doesnā€™t have to be stressfulā€”itā€™s all about balance. Find a color palette that complements y...
06/19/2025

Choosing bridesmaid dresses doesnā€™t have to be stressfulā€”itā€™s all about balance.

Find a color palette that complements your wedding vision, then let your girls shine in styles that flatter them. Same tone, different cuts = the perfect mix of unity and individuality. When your girls feel confident and beautiful, it shows šŸ’šŸ‘—

Twirling into the sweetest memories āœØ These little flower girls stole the spotlight in their dreamy dresses, big bows, a...
06/19/2025

Twirling into the sweetest memories āœØ These little flower girls stole the spotlight in their dreamy dresses, big bows, and even bigger smiles. Moments like this are what wedding day magic is made of! Arenā€™t they just adorable?

Venue:

Donā€™t be afraid to go all out when it comes to your floral vision. šŸŒø Bold, vibrant colors like these make a statement, b...
06/18/2025

Donā€™t be afraid to go all out when it comes to your floral vision. šŸŒø Bold, vibrant colors like these make a statement, breathe life into your ceremony space, and reflect the joy of the moment. Let your personality bloom in every petalā€”subtle is beautiful, but colorful can be unforgettable. šŸ’āœØ

Florals by:
Venue:

06/18/2025

Timeless charm, picturesque views, and every detail perfectly in place! Celebrate your big day at Mistwood Golf Club. šŸ’āœØ

Learn More: https://bit.ly/49GMybE

šŸ“ø Michelle Zapanta Photography

Looking sharp and ready to say ā€œI doā€ šŸ’From the suit to the smile, this groom brought style, confidence, and all the goo...
06/17/2025

Looking sharp and ready to say ā€œI doā€ šŸ’
From the suit to the smile, this groom brought style, confidence, and all the good vibes to the big day!

ā€œThe happiest day, with my favorite person by my side šŸ¤Still canā€™t believe I get to do life with you ā€” through every lau...
06/17/2025

ā€œThe happiest day, with my favorite person by my side šŸ¤
Still canā€™t believe I get to do life with you ā€” through every laugh, challenge, and sweet moment in between.ā€

Better late than never!We celebrated yesterday with a family movie (How To Train Your Dragon did not disappoint!) and a ...
06/17/2025

Better late than never!

We celebrated yesterday with a family movie (How To Train Your Dragon did not disappoint!) and a little get together at our home enjoying good food, the weather and a nice swim in our backyard. After all of that we were both pretty tired and knocked out early. šŸ˜‚ I said it a few times but Happy Fatherā€™s Day to my Honey. Thank you for showing up every single day for our little wild one ā€” even when he tests every ounce of your patience šŸ˜… Your love and steady presence mean the world to both of us. Zeke and I are so lucky to have you!

Address

Harwood Heights, IL

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Michelle Zapanta Photography posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Business

Send a message to Michelle Zapanta Photography:

Shortcuts

Share