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About
Hello, welcome to theZenPhoto.
My name is Ren. I have a passion for photography and I grew my skills over the years.
I offer wedding, family, senior, event and lifestyle sessions.
What can be more rewarding than helping my clients collect precious moments in their lives.
There are some memories we cherish even without a picture, for everything else, you have theZenPhoto.
Overview
Current Top Pro
Hired 268 times
Serves Western Springs, IL
Background checked
2 employees
5 years in business
Business hours
Sun12:00 am - 11:59 pmMon12:00 am - 11:59 pm
Payment methods
This pro accepts payments via Cash, PayPal, Venmo, and Zelle.
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2025
2023
2022
Services offered
Event type
Wedding
Birthday party
Corporate event
Bridal or baby shower
Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and responsiveness.
Great 4.8
218 reviews
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Pat W.
Apr 23, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
Ren was fantastic. I hired him to capture my mom’s birthday party, and he handled everything seamlessly from the moment he arrived. He struck a great balance between candid shots and posed photos, making sure to include all the guests. We’re really happy with how the pictures turned out. Thanks again, Ren!
Details: Birthday party • 50 - 99 guests • Indoors
TheZenPhoto's reply
Pat, thanks! it was great working with you and your mom!!
Wedding and Event Photography
Alessandro N.
Apr 14, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
It was great working with Zheng. Even though my wife and I are photo shy he made us feel at ease and guided us through all the right poses for an incredible photoshoot. Very happy with the result!
Details: Other • Fewer than 25 guests • Indoors
TheZenPhoto's reply
thanks! Alessandro
Wedding and Event Photography
Danielle B.
Jul 16, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
The photos came out absolutely amazing and the spot he suggested was beautiful. Honestly these are the best professional photos I’ve had taken.
Details: Other • Fewer than 25 guests • Outdoors • Physical proofs or prints
TheZenPhoto's reply
hi Danielle it was great meeting you two. probably would have been better if not all the mosquitos! lol. best wishes to you two!
Wedding and Event Photography
Dominika F.
Feb 15, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
Zen was great when it came to our baptism photography. He communicated with us before the event and arrived on time. He made sure to capture all the photos we wanted and more. Thank you!
Details: Religious event • Fewer than 25 guests • Indoors
TheZenPhoto's reply
Dominka sorry I missed this. thank you! it was great working with you! I will update you soon about the rest of the pictures.
Wedding and Event Photography
Emily N.
Feb 28, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
Ren was perfect for our family shoot. The photos — which were shot under the El train — turned out beautifully and were very “us.” He’s as friendly and professional as can be and available to come to us on very short notice. It’s not easy wrangling 12 family members!
Details: Family or children's portrait • Traditional / classic (looking directly at the camera) • Natural / environmental (photographed in an outdoor setting) • Candid (captured in the moment) • Home • Physical proofs and prints • My home, venue, etc. • At the pro’s location
TheZenPhoto's reply
Emily thanks! you have a great family and it's a pleasure working with you all!
Portrait Photography
Credentials
Background Check
Zheng Ren
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
I enjoy what I do. so I offer discount to customers who are willing to have a great business opportunity together.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
1) we will have a zoom meeting together, usually about 15 minutes.
2) I will prepare the list of questions to discuss before the meeting
3) hopefully most questions will be discussed during the meeting
4) we leave contact info and keep communicating till the project day
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I do have a master degree in science research. photography is about digital processing these days. for the art part, I taught myself from you-tube like everyone else.
