we are the McConville’s

We’re so grateful you’ve found your way here.

Whether you’re newly engaged and planning a wedding full of meaning, preparing to document the milestone of senior year, or hoping to preserve a fleeting chapter of family life — we’re honored to walk alongside you.

Based in the heart of Illinois and serving clients across Chicagoland and beyond, we offer more than imagery. We offer an experience rooted in connection, intention, and the quiet joy of memory-making. Our studio is a place where your story matters — not just in how it’s captured, but in how it’s felt.

The relationships we build with our clients are the heartbeat of what we do. We don’t take it lightly — the trust you place in us to preserve your most treasured moments. These photographs are not just images; they are legacy.

When we’re not behind the lens, we’re living the life we love — raising our family, cooking meals from scratch, tackling endless home projects in our century-old house, and dreaming about our next slow, simple adventure in the woods. Faith, family, and creativity guide our days — and we bring that same care and presence into everything we create.

We can’t wait to meet you.

Meet Phil

Phil’s artistry is rooted in quiet wisdom and an insatiable curiosity. A graduate of the SIU photography program, his journey began in the darkroom — developing black and white film by hand, cultivating patience and precision. Though trained in traditional techniques, Phil is largely self-taught in the digital realm — a natural problem-solver with a deep well of creativity and the humility to always keep learning.

He’s a craftsman at heart, often building with his hands, fueled by podcasts and a fascination with holistic wellness and biohacking. Known for his resourcefulness, gentle strength, and unwavering integrity, Phil is the grounding presence behind the lens — steady, observant, and deeply thoughtful. A man of few words, but great intention. And yes, the beard is just as epic in person.

Meet Andrea

Andrea’s background in music informs her work with rhythm, harmony, and heart. A graduate of NIU’s music program and a lifelong creative, she brings warmth and energy to every shoot — an intuitive guide, encourager, and genuine connector. Whether behind the camera or in conversation, her presence puts people at ease, drawing out the kind of authenticity that can’t be staged.

She thrives on community and connection, and lives with purpose rooted in faith, family, and service. Passionate about holistic living, homemaking, and simple joys, she finds beauty in the everyday — and captures it with honesty and joy. Equal parts empathetic listener and joyful extrovert, Andrea is the soul of the studio — bringing laughter, light, and a deep sense of care to every love story she helps tell.

Together

Together, we balance vision and intuition. We’ve learned how to work not just side by side, but in harmony — honoring each other’s strengths and showing up for each couple with authenticity and intention. We believe in marriage not just as a moment, but as a lifelong pursuit — and we count it as a joy to walk alongside you in yours.