By Shaila Photography

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$125

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About

Hi!👋😊 ° I charge a starting rate of 125/hr About me : I've spent the last 20 years photographing family, friends, fashion bloggers, travel, and everyday moments simply because I love to. I'm excited to now turn that passion into professional photography and help others preserve their special memories.

Overview

Current Top Pro

Hired 24 times

Serves Wood Dale, IL

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2 employees

Business hours

Sun9:00 am - 10:00 pmMon9:00 am - 10:00 pm

Payment methods

This pro accepts payments via Cash and Zelle.

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Instagram

Services offered

Event type

Birthday party

Corporate event

Bridal or baby shower

Prom or formal

Projects and media

Reviews

Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, value, and work quality.

Exceptional 5.0

11 reviews

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Dawn S.

3 weeks ago

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Hired on Thumbtack

The best photographer of all time ! Finally found the one ! The photos are excellent in quality and exactly what we wanted ! She captured every memory and was seamlessly professional at our baby shower ! No moment was missed. Our family has a lengthy experience with photographers and honestly Shaila is the best one! We wish we found her sooner!

Details: Bridal or baby shower • 25 - 49 guests • Indoors • Physical proofs or prints

Wedding and Event Photography

Iqbal M.

Jun 9, 2026

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Hired on Thumbtack

Details: Real estate sale photos • Interior architecture photos • Exterior architecture photos • 2 - 5 properties • Residential • 1000 - 2000 sq ft • I'm flexible

Real Estate and Architectural Photography

Sunil R.

May 28, 2026

Amazing experience, the photographer was ready with several poses and props. We received our pictures the same day. The picture were od great quality. Will book again.

Krish S.

May 26, 2026

Amazing experience with Shaila! She’s incredibly talented, professional, and made the whole shoot feel relaxed and fun. The final photos were stunning. Would absolutely book again.

Gerard L.

May 26, 2026

Credentials

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Shaila Prabhakar Rao

FAQs

What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
125/hr for 20 edited pictures
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
to understand their vision and try my best to make them feel comfortable before the session. I guide them naturally throughout the shoot while capturing authentic emotions.
How did you get started doing this type of work?
Been passionate about photography for 20 years now