Hi there, I'm Monica!
As a Chicago and suburb event photographer, I’m all about capturing the moments you never want to forget. I specialize in extended family storytelling and meaningful event coverage that preserves your day exactly as it felt.
Whether I’m walking into you gathering generations together for a family session, or photographing the joy and energy of your event, my focus stays on real connection and genuine emotion.
From the tiny details of your event to the laughter shared across a big family group, my goal is to deliver nostalgic, timeless images your loved ones will treasure for decades.
Let’s make something beautiful together.
Intimate event coverage for people who care about connection, storytelling, and candid moments without needing a massive wedding production.
Events
Real moments. No missed memories.
From the big milestones to the in-between moments you didn’t even realize were happening, event photography is about capturing it all so you can actually be present.
Whether you're planning a graduation, quinceañera, birthday party, or family gathering, Monica documents your event in a natural, relaxed way that feels true to the moment… not staged or forced.
What We Photograph
Baby & Wedding Showers
Graduations
Quinceañeras
Birthday parties
Family reunions
Celebrations + special events
Small Weddings - up to 50 people MAX
Elopements
If it matters to you, it’s worth remembering.
What’s Included
Full event coverage during your reserved time
ALL carefully edited, high-resolution images available to download, minimum of 45 images per hour
Online gallery for viewing, downloading, and sharing
Print shop access directly through your gallery
Your gallery is delivered within 2 weeks so you can relive everything while it’s still fresh.
What to Expect
Monica blends into your event and captures moments as they naturally unfold.
The big highlights
The small details
The people who matter most
You won’t be pulled away from your event for constant posing. Instead, you get a collection of images that feel real, connected, and full of life.
1 Hour Event Coverage
- Up to 50 guests
- One photographer
- Coverage of details + candids + posed images
- 50+ edited high resolution images
- Online gallery download
- Travel within local service area
2 Hour Event Coverage
- Most popular
- 100+ edited images
- More storytelling coverage
- Allows time for:
- details
- guests arriving
- candids
- group photos
- speeches/toasts
- cake/special moments
3 Hour Event Coverage
- Everything in above sessions plus
- Full storytelling coverage
- Best for larger milestone events
- Multiple key moments covered naturally
- 150+ edited images
EVENT COVERAGE Starting from $695
Extended Family Sessions
Extended family sessions are completely led by Monica to keep everything organized and flowing, but we’ll definitely have a blast while capturing beautiful, candid moments!
Small Extended Family Session
- Up to a 1-Hour Session
- ALL edited images to download from a gallery of 45+
- Extensive style guide provided
- Up to 10 people included (travel available)
Medium Extended Family Session
- Up to a 1 1/2 hour session
- ALL edited images to download from a gallery of 60+
- Extensive style guide provided
- Up to 15 people included (travel available)
Large Extended Family Session
- Up to a 2 hour session
- ALL edited images to download from a gallery of 75+
- Extensive style guide provided
- Up to 20 people included (travel available)
Starting from $895
Engagement Session
Engagement sessions with Monica are all about keeping things relaxed, fun, and authentic. Whether you’re celebrating a surprise proposal, newly engaged, or simply want photos that feel like you before the wedding chaos begins, these sessions are designed to capture your connection naturally. No stiff posing, no pressure, just genuine moments, beautiful light, and images that feel timeless and true to your story. Perfect for save the dates, wedding websites, announcements, or honestly… just because this season deserves to be documented too.
One hour Engagement Session
• Up to 1 hour session time
• One location of your choice
• Guidance with natural posing + movement throughout your session
• Carefully edited online gallery
• 30 high-resolution digital images included
• Gallery filled with a minimum of 45 images to choose from
• Option to purchase additional images if desired
• Online gallery for downloading, sharing, and print ordering
• Gallery delivery within 2-3 weeks
Starting from $695
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@monicacisnerosphotography
Based out of
Monica Cisneros Photography proudly serves families throughout Chicago and suburbs. Whether I’m gathering your crew for an extended family shoot, or documenting a special event, I’m right here in the Chicago community capturing the moments that matter most.