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Best 350 Wedding Photographers in the World

Deborah — Sun, 13 Dec 2009 03:42:17 +0000

Deborah Kates Fine Photography is proud to announce an invitation to join one of the most exclusive photography groups in the world. The group reviewed over 5000 wedding photographers worldwide and chose 350 of the “world’s best.” Wedding photographers from all over the world were peer reviewed by some of the best and best known photographers in the business. The selected group represents the best in the business of wedding photography who, as described by the judging panel, create “dramatic compositions, unique brands, [are] photographers with passion, positive people, creative minds and leaders: these are the kinds of photographers who create constructive change in our industry.” We are proud and humbled to be selected for such an exclusive group.

Courtney & Justin Engagement Session

Deborah — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 04:23:06 +0000

We spent Saturday afternoon with Courtney & Justin photographing their engagement session in downtown Chicago. We had a fantastic time and can’t wait to shoot their wedding next summer! Here are a few pictures from the session.

Anna & Patrick Engagement Video

Deborah — Tue, 22 Sep 2009 14:38:46 +0000

Meghan & Brian Engagement Video

Deborah — Mon, 15 Jun 2009 19:12:36 +0000

Cara & Jeff Engagement Video

Deborah — Fri, 15 May 2009 14:54:03 +0000

Watch Our Informational Video

Deborah — Wed, 13 May 2009 12:52:27 +0000

Congratulations to Us!

Deborah — Wed, 11 Mar 2009 20:57:09 +0000

We are proud to announce that Deborah Kates Fine Photography has been named to the Grace Ormonde Wedding Style Platinum List of wedding photographers for 2009. Grace Ormonde is known for her elite, invitation only list of wedding vendors – including photographers. Photographers for this list are chosen for their excellence in creativity and style as are the other vendors on the website and the magazine. We’re very proud to have been named to this list and believe it is the result of several years of hard work and dedication to excellence in serving our wedding clients. We’re very greatful for the nod of approval and the privilege of being listed with some of the finest wedding photographers in the world. Check us out on the Grace Ormonde site as we add photos to the site and watch for a promotional multi-media presentation to be uploaded to the site at a later date. Thanks to all the brides and grooms who have provided Deborah Kates Fine Photography many wonderful photo opportunities that helped us achieve this listing.

Now Available. . .

Deborah — Wed, 25 Feb 2009 00:05:41 +0000

With the addition of some new equipment, new editing software, and lots of studying we are now offering a Multi-Media DVD of your wedding, engagement session, portrait or location session. The DVD contains still images and high definition video artistically set to music. We’ve added the Final Cut Suite of software to our editing collection which gives us unlimited artistic freedom to create an unforgettable multi-media DVD. Final Cut Studio software is the same software used in the production of most Hollywood feature films. It allows us to produce high definition video and also create the nostalgic effects of Super 8 film cameras.

Several couples have purchased a multi-media DVD of their engagement session to play during the reception. And, portrait clients are also purchasing the DVD of their location shoot.

Chicago Bridal Show

Deborah — Mon, 09 Feb 2009 18:36:28 +0000

Thanks to everyone who stopped by the booth during the show. We enjoyed meeting and talking to many of you. Please contact us if you would like to join our mailing list. We would be happy to notify you of upcoming shows.

Deborah — Sun, 11 Jan 2009 05:16:39 +0000

I traveled back to the prairie lands of North Dakota today. The weather has been bad so I wanted to make sure I was back before next Friday when I will be shooting Barbie & Mikes wedding. Lots of snow here and the weather forecast calls for below zero temps in the next few days. My husband Don is holding down the fort in Chicago. I will miss him…….