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About
Hi! My name’s Ahad and I’m a photographer based out of Chicago. Here’s why I’m the best choice to photograph your memories 😊:
• 5+ years of photography experience in weddings, proposals/engagements, portraits, sports and architecture
• Maximum 2-week turnaround time for photo edits
• Featured by the City of Atlanta, The Michigan Daily newspaper and travel blogs in India, Peru, Puerto Rico and Iceland
• Native Chicagoan - can help find great shoot locations!
Overview
Hired 28 times
Background checked
1 employee
9 years in business
Business hours
Sun12:00 am - 11:59 pmMonClosed
Payment methods
This pro accepts payments via PayPal, Venmo, and Zelle.
Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and responsiveness.
Excellent 4.9
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Raj S.
Nov 16, 2021
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Hired on Thumbtack
Ahad was great to work with; responsive, polite, and an uobeet personality. He was prepared with shot examples and we walked to multiple spots to get the type of shots we were looking for. We never felt rushed. I'd highly recommend him.
Details: Couples portrait • Outdoors • Digital or online download • My home, venue, etc.
Portrait Photography
Naseem M.
Jul 19, 2021
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Hired on Thumbtack
We had a photo session with Ahad for our newborn daughter. He was very responsive in coordinating the meeting. And very professional during the session. He delivered 130+ edited photos in less than one day! We were pleased with the photos. Definitly will consider Ahad for our future events.
Details: Family or children's portrait • Candid (captured in the moment) • Traditional / classic (looking directly at the camera) • Outdoors • Digital or online download • My home, venue, etc.
Portrait Photography
Angelica M.
Apr 16, 2022
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Hired on Thumbtack
Ahad was very professional, friendly and awesome to work with! He came early to set up and shot all the main moments that we wanted and more.
We are so happy with our photos! We love them!! They turned out wonderful! We had an amazing time! It felt like time flew by, but we are thrilled you took precious photos that will last a lifetime! I'll keep you in mind when we need event photos in the future. Thank you for shooting our wedding!
Details: Wedding • 25 - 49 guests • Indoors • Digital or online download
Wedding and Event Photography
Olivia P.
Nov 15, 2020
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Hired on Thumbtack
My fiancé hired Ahad to shoot surprise engagement photos and he was perfect! He was very responsive and easy to coordinate with, helped guide us throughout the photo shoot, and sent us the photos back in less than 24 hours. The quality of the photos were impressive as well. Would 10/10 recommend him to anyone!
Details: Other • Fewer than 25 guests • Outdoors • Digital or online download
Wedding and Event Photography
Rahul S.
Apr 22, 2021
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Hired on Thumbtack
Gotta appreciate this guy for his prompt responses and willingness to travel and accommodate changing situations. I hired Ahad for my a incognito proposal shoot on the Chicago Riverwalk. He kept an admirable line of communication open and was responsive throughout all my indecisive changes. He arrived at the expected time, suited up in COVID-compliant gear and shot the photos as expected. My now fianceé and I appreciated how comfortable he made us feel in the shooting environment, since this was public photoshoot!!! The only things I wish I addressed before hand was: my preferred photo orientations, and angles. Will definitely work with him again. Thanks Ahad!
Details: Proposal photoshoot • Candid • Artful composition and lighting • Natural or environmental • Traditional posed • Fashion or editorial • Outdoors • Two locations • Online or digital proofs and prints • At the pro’s location
Engagement Photography
Credentials
Background Check
Ahad Bootwala
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Contact for pricing.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
First off, be transparent with how many edited photos they will receive, my turnaround time, and other components of my policy. Then, text or call to discuss logistics (time, place, etc.) for the shoot. A few days before the shoot, I’ll send a reminder text to confirm if things are still good to go. Lastly, show up on time to the shoot and do what I do best!
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Self-taught with some advice from photographer friends.
