WEDDING

That special moment when you say, "I do." The bridal party, figuring out the veil. The groom and his groomsmen, huddled before the big event. Your uncle, doing the worm after the ceremony. The hundreds of little moments that make up every wedding are unique and special. I try to capture and share the best of them with you and your loved ones.

 

ENGAGEMENT/FAMILY

Just said, "I do" and want to let the world know? Want to forever remember a special day with your loved ones? The family need an update for the yearly newsletter or pictures for their birthdays? We'll work together to find just the right way to share your family's love.

HEADSHOTS & PORTRAITS

Need a corporate headshot for your website? The band have a new album coming out? An update to your social media profile? Something to land that next acting gig? Let's work together to show the world what they're getting.

NATURE/LANDSCAPE
CITIES & TRAVEL
NIGHTLIFE - CONCERTS

The thump of the bass, the madness of the lead guitar solo, the power of the opening vocal. Each performance results in a spontaneous set of emotion, and I try to capture the feel of each note.

Looking for the full sets of pictures from Cold Waves I - IV, check them out here.

Learn more about Cold Waves and Darkest Before Dawn

NIGHTLIFE - Neo Chicago

After serving Chicago's underground at 2350 N. Clark Street for 36 years, Neo nightclub closed at it's original location. I was lucky enough to photograph and capture the lively, sometimes absurd life of the club for 10+ years while calling it home.

View Neo Chicago Photos

COSPLAY - ChicagoConPics.com

Fandom expressed through craft and the drive to bring characters from the movie, anime and video game screen or comic page to life, I try to capture the essence of the character and the celebration of all levels of cosplay skill.

View Cosplay and Convention Photos at ChicagoConPics.com

TOOLS OF THE TRADE: PERFORMERS AND THEIR GEAR

An idea spawned in the mind of a performer (Mr. Snapper), this ongoing project focuses on performers and their costumes, tools, and travel gear. Worn, tattered, used and cherished, all performers have that special piece, or pieces.

Books available for purchase now in hardcover and softcover!
ABOUT

Jason Ernst is a photographer with varied interests, located in Chicago, Illinois.

He has been studying and shooting photographs for the last 20 years, focusing originally on event and nightlife photography, he found connection to several exciting worlds and photographic opportunities that drove him deeper into explorations of those people and places through his lens.

Hair and Makeup artists are available to work with you for the perfect look.

If you'd like to setup a shoot with Jason Ernst or purchase prints of images on this site, call 312-925-9145 or email photog@whdphoto.com

RATES

Wedding Packages (Summer 2017 special!)

Half Day (4-6 hours): $1000 $800
Ceremony, posed shots of bridal party and/or family, and full or partial reception.
Digital delivery of 100-150 edited images.

Full Day (6-10 hours): $2000 $1500
Pre-wedding preparation, ceremony, posed shots of bridal party and/or family, full reception.
Digital delivery of 150-250 edited images.

Portrait Packages

1 Hour - Studio: $200
Up to 2 looks (outfit/backdrop changes), 4-6 edited photos, digitally delivered.
1 Hour - On location: $250
Up to 2 looks (outfit/nearby location changes), 4-6 edited photos, digitally delivered.
3 Hour - Studio: $300
Up to 3 looks (outfit/backdrop changes), 10-15 edited photos, digitally delivered.
3 Hour - On location: $350
Up to 3 looks (outfit/nearby location changes), 10-15 edited photos, digitally delivered.

Prints, albums and non-standard packages available on request.