I'm Leo, and I've filmed weddings across Chicagoland for over a decade. Oswego sits on the Fox River with a small-town Main Street, open farmland, and barn and winery venues that feel relaxed and personal — never rushed or cookie-cutter.

Why Oswego weddings film beautifully

You get river views, wide Midwest skies, and venues with real acreage. Golden hour over fields and vineyards is hard to beat here.

• Venue 5126 — the elegant rustic barn on Stephens Road, set on seven private acres. Vaulted ceilings, reclaimed wood, and a flower field made for golden-hour portraits.
• Heartland Farm Banquet Hall — rustic charm meets a modern ballroom on Schlapp Road. Landscaped gardens and a pond with a fountain for quiet ceremony footage.
• Northfork Farm Weddings — a thoroughbred horse farm on Johnson Road for up to 375 guests. Open pastures, friendly horses, and big, joyful outdoor ceremonies.
• Fox Valley Winery — on Route 34 in Oswego. A white tent overlooking the vines for an outdoor reception that glows at sunset.
• Forest and Field Farm — on Route 31 in Oswego. Woods, open fields, and a laid-back farm setting close to downtown and the river.

"He was easy to work with and made the whole process stress-free." — Rachel ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ · read more reviews

Why couples book I Do Video

A barn at golden hour or vows by the river — I film it without taking over your day.

Travel within Chicagoland is included — no travel fees.

• Multi-camera coverage so nothing gets missed — ceremony, speeches, and the dance floor all at once
• Full professional editing: a 5–7 minute highlight film, your full-length film, and a 30–60 second teaser
• A small, unobtrusive crew — a DSLR on a tripod and a wireless mic on the officiant, not a big production in your face
• Honest pricing — my "No One Pays Full Price" discounts make it easy to fit a videographer in your budget

"We felt very comfortable with him on our wedding day and he captured AMAZING moments!" — Shannon ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ · read more reviews

Oswego wedding videography FAQs

Do you film at Venue 5126 and Northfork Farm? Yes — both are Oswego favorites, from Venue 5126's barn and flower field to Northfork's pastures and outdoor ceremonies.

Is Oswego easy for guests to reach? Yes. It's about 45 miles southwest of downtown Chicago, off Route 34 and Orchard Road, with hotels in nearby Naperville, Aurora, and Yorkville.

Can we do portraits by the Fox River or downtown? Absolutely — Hudson Crossing Park, the riverwalk, and Main Street's brick storefronts give you classic Oswego portraits close to most venues.

How far in advance should we book? As soon as your venue is set. Popular Saturdays in Oswego book 12–18 months out, especially May through October.

Ready when you are — tell me about your wedding day and I'll check my calendar. You can also browse my recent wedding films, learn more about me, and compare packages.