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About Photos by Ariel
Based in Lincoln, Photos by Ariel works with couples planning weddings throughout Springfield, Illinois. The studio sits within easy reach of popular venues including Poe's on the Hill and The Rail Golf Course. This profile is free to claim; verified couple reviews — never payments — determine how it ranks.
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Frequently asked questions
Planning a wedding photographer in Springfield
How much does a wedding photographer cost in Springfield?
Most couples in Springfield budget between $1,500 and $3,500 for wedding photography. Packages at the lower end typically cover 6–8 hours with one shooter; higher tiers add a second shooter, engagement sessions, and albums. Always confirm exactly how many hours and edited images are included.
When should we book our wedding photographer?
Photographers with strong reputations are commonly booked 9–14 months ahead — earlier for peak-season Saturdays. If your date is inside six months, ask about waitlists and cancellations; openings do appear.
What should we ask before booking?
Ask to see two full galleries from real weddings (not highlight reels), confirm who will actually shoot your wedding, and get delivery timelines and image counts in the contract.
How does Lazo rank wedding photographers in Springfield?
Rankings come from the Lazo Score — verified reviews weighted for recency — and are never sold. Vendors without verified reviews yet start at the community baseline of 65 and earn their score as verified reviews arrive.
Wedding venues near Photos by Ariel
| Venue | Distance |
|---|---|
| Poe's on the Hill | 22.8 mi |
| The Rail Golf Course | 22.9 mi |
| Marian Banquet Hall | 23.2 mi |
Straight-line distance from Photos by Ariel to each venue listed on Lazo.
Springfield weddings, month by month
Days typically top out between 65° and 85° in April, May, June, August, September, October. The driest months are January, February, December.
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Golden hour | Sunset |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 36° | 20° | 15% | 4:17 PM | 4:58 PM |
| Feb | 41° | 24° | 16% | 4:57 PM | 5:34 PM |
| Mar | 53° | 33° | 19% | 6:29 PM | 7:05 PM |
| Apr | 66° | 43° | 24% | 7:00 PM | 7:36 PM |
| May | 76° | 54° | 26% | 7:28 PM | 8:06 PM |
| Jun | 84° | 63° | 23% | 7:47 PM | 8:28 PM |
| Jul | 87° | 66° | 17% | 7:46 PM | 8:25 PM |
| Aug | 85° | 64° | 16% | 7:17 PM | 7:54 PM |
| Sep | 80° | 56° | 16% | 6:31 PM | 7:07 PM |
| Oct | 67° | 45° | 18% | 5:42 PM | 6:19 PM |
| Nov | 53° | 34° | 18% | 4:02 PM | 4:42 PM |
| Dec | 41° | 25° | 15% | 3:52 PM | 4:34 PM |
Average highs, lows and the share of days with 0.1″ of rain or more, from NOAA’s 1991–2020 climate normals at Springfield Capital Airport (4.3 mi from Springfield). Golden hour begins when the sun is 6° above the horizon; both times are for the 15th of each month in Springfield.
Getting to Springfield
| Airport | Distance | Est. drive |
|---|---|---|
| SPI Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport | 4 mi | 5 min |
| DEC Decatur Airport | 41 mi | 1 hr |
| STL St. Louis Lambert International Airport | 82 mi | 2 hr |
| City | Distance | Est. drive |
|---|---|---|
| St. Louis | 86 mi | 1 hr 50 min |
| Chicago | 179 mi | 3 hr 40 min |
| Indianapolis | 185 mi | 3 hr 50 min |
| Louisville | 234 mi | 4 hr 50 min |
Straight-line distance from central Springfield; drive times are estimates, not routes. Airports with scheduled passenger service, from OurAirports.
Details
- Based in
- 112 5th St, Lincoln, IL 62656, USA
- Where
- Lincoln · 29 miles northeast of central Springfield
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- Wedding Photographers
- In Springfield
- One of 7 wedding photographers we list
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Around Lincoln
- Nearest venue
- Poe's on the Hill, 22.8 mi
Distances are straight-line from Photos by Ariel; counts come from the businesses and venues Lazo lists around Springfield.
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