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About
Photography is my passion and I love meeting new people and helping tell their story! Please contact me if you have any questions or are looking for something to be remembered!
Overview
Current Top Pro
Hired 94 times
1 similar job done near you
Background checked
1 employee
7 years in business
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Payment methods
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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.
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Benediktas B.
May 6, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
I had the best experience with Developing diamonds! Everything from the planning, communication, and the photos most of all. Everything coming together made our day magical. I would recommend this to anyone wanting pictures taken. Thank you so much, Benediktas and Yulissa.
Details: Wedding • Fewer than 25 guests • Outdoors • Physical proofs or prints
Wedding and Event Photography
Saria R.
Jun 20, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
Would recommend to anyone! I had an amazing experience with this photographer and am so happy with how the photos turned out and the raw videos he got of every important moment.
Details: Wedding • 50 - 99 guests • Outdoors
Wedding and Event Photography
Christie M.
Dec 13, 2025
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Hired on Thumbtack
It has been a pleasure working with Developing Diamonds. They were very responsive and willing to meet multiple times before our wedding. The price was very responsible and they were all very professional. Would definitely recommend.
Almost 3 years after our wedding we lost all our pictures when our computer crashed. Elliot was able to recover our photos and sent them to us. We are so grateful, those are memories we will cherish forever.
Details: Wedding • 50 - 99 guests • Indoors • Flash drive • Physical proofs or prints
Wedding and Event Photography
Jordan K.
Jul 27, 2026
Elliot was absolutely amazing, and we couldn't be happier with our weddingphotos! He made the entire process so easy and stress-free, which meant we could just enjoy our day without worrying about a thing. We received our sneak peek photos just a couple of days after the wedding, and our full gallery only four weeks later—which was incredibly fast! We highly recommend Elliot to anyone looking for a talented, professional photographer who truly delivers beautiful memories.
Anne A.
Jul 26, 2025
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Hired on Thumbtack
Developing Diamonds was the perfect fit for our Chicago wedding! They captured special moments from wedding preparations or bride and groom and the wedding party, first looks, Millenium Park photos, church ceremony, family portraits, reception and first dances to the lively dance floor with the guests. The finish of the photos is lovely. It is hard to imagine a team of 2 could capture so many styles of shots and produce output with such consistent quality. Nick was amazing to work with - guests loved him; the quality and variety of interesting and standards shots both appreciated, and his endurance and is to be commended! Eliot produced the results with an artful and quality finish. Highly recommend.
Details: Wedding • 50 - 99 guests • Indoors • Digital or online download
Wedding and Event Photography
Credentials
Background Check
Elliot Stokes
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Here are all my current prices for events and sessions:
There is also a 10% discount available to all clients who wish to pay in full at booking!
Wedding/Event rates:
$2.000 - 4 hours coverage
$2,500 - 6 hours coverage
$3,000 - 8 hours coverage
$4,000 - 12 hours coverage
Event rates include an optional Silver session (15 images and 30 minutes), travel and edits on all images.
Session rates:
$300 - Steel session (4 images, 15 min.)
$350 - Bronze session (8 images, 15 min.)
$450 - Silver session (15 images, 30 min.)
$650 - Gold session (25 images, 1 hour)
25% non-refundable deposit minimum required at booking for event sessions. Basic sessions require 50% to book.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I love to set up calls with clients and work through any questions they may have. For event packages, I have an extra optional session included so we can meet in person before the day. This allows us the opportunity to get to know each other better and talk about the expectations and agenda for their day.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have a BFA in Digital Photography through Arizona State University
