Professional photographer Brian Barkley is passionate about the art of wedding photojournalism which allows him to document the true emotion of weddings throughout Western Illinois. His style reflects his energetic and sincere personality bringing to life the storybook wedding albums he designs. Your totally unique wedding plans joined with the unique style of photography and design principles Brian incorporates will distinguish your wedding photography from all the others. Throughout much of your wedding day you will be unaware of the camera as Brian quietly captures moments ranging from special to spectacular. Brides are regularly amazed at the number of special moments captured which they had no idea even occurred. This is the nature of documentary wedding photojournalism and is just what inspires Brian Barkley.
Bloomington Illinois, home of ISU with its beautiful campus, scenic views, and historic buildings, is perfect for wedding photography especially when you consider the love that has bloomed there for so many couples. Ceremony and reception locations are numerous and the resources for couples are numerous. I enjoy being asked to photograph weddings in Bloomington and Normal, a great area for wedding photography.
Here are some of the best area vendors. Take a look at and you’ll see why wedding couples love them.
Mouthwatering chocolates for your wedding guests: The Chocolatier Fine Candies on Main St. Bloomington
Spectacular DJ and lighting for your Bloomington - Normal wedding reception: Premier Productions
Fresh and fragrant flower arrangements: Forget Me Not Flowers Bloomington Illinois
Delicious dinner menu and reception hall: Eastland Suites with ballroom and hotel right in Bloomington
Gorgeous church for your Bloomington wedding ceremony: Second Presbyterian Church
The elegance of the Ewing Cultural Center is secluded in the middle of Bloomington offering both ceremonies and receptions
Make sure you take a look at the vendors listed above and compare them to the multitude of others in Bloomington and Normal. There are so many great wedding vendors in the Bloomington area you’ll be able to make your wedding photography stand out from the rest. You should also touch base with Barkley Wedding Photography…providing the best photojournalistic wedding photography in Bloomington and Normal Illinois.



Wedding Photojournalist Association
Professional Photographers of America