Clean images.
Authentic energy.

Photographer at UIUC and in Chicago for portraits, graduations, and lifestyle sessions with natural, editorial images you'll actually want to share.

Now booking in Chicago and the Champaign-Urbana UIUC area.

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Life as it happens,
just way more aesthetic

Downtown Portrait Session

Chicago portrait photography in the Loop and downtown skyline. An editorial lifestyle session surrounded by city architecture, captured by Patrick Zadlo.

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High School Senior Graduation Photos

Chicago senior graduation photography with natural, personality-driven portraits. A relaxed high school grad session without stiff, traditional poses, by Patrick Zadlo.

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Packages

Real, transparent pricing — no contact form needed to see what a shoot actually costs.

Core

6 Edited Photos
1 Location
~ 30 min
72-hour turnaround time

$35+

Essential

12+ Edited Photos
1 Location
~ 45 min
*$10 per extra person
72-hour turnaround time

$69+

Signature

25+ Edited Photos
1-2 Locations
~ 90 min
*$10 per extra person

$119+

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Meet your photographer Patrick Zadlo

Hey, I'm Patrick. I'm a Chicago native and UIUC student who loves capturing those great moments in life. While I'm at UIUC, I work as a photographer at UIUC and when I'm home, I shoot throughout Chicago. I specialize in portrait and aerial photography, and I like to bring a fresh perspective to every session so each shot feels unique and personalized to the client, reflecting their individual style and personality. For me, it's not just about taking photos, it's about getting to know my clients and creating a fun, memorable experience along the way. Think of me less as a photographer and more as a friend with a great camera to help capture those real, genuine moments that you'll treasure for a lifetime.

- Pat