Business Details
47 Years
experience
Professional Youth Sports Photography Services
Since 1979, PMI Photography has been a family-owned business dedicated to capturing cherished moments for youth organizations across the Midwest. Our commitment to quality is reflected in our state-of-the-art Canon digital equipment and partnerships with industry leaders like Kodak Gold and Pro Lab. We specialize in sports, school, and event photography, serving over 4,800 participants annually while maintaining a 100% satisfaction guarantee. Our team of 130 professionals ensures seamless picture day experiences, from scheduling to distribution.As proud members of PSPA/SPAA, PPA, and PMA, we combine technical expertise with community values, donating a portion of proceeds to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. With in-house production and strict quality control, we deliver durable, high-resolution portraits that preserve memories for generations. Our pre-pay program streamlines the process, eliminating proofs while ensuring timely, organized events tailored to organizational needs.
Services
Sports Photography
School Photography
Event Photography
Customized Packages
Digital Printing
Details
- Year established: 1979
Highlights and features
- Family-owned since 1979 with Midwest leadership in youth sports photography
- State-of-the-art production facility with strict quality control standards
- 100% satisfaction guarantee on all printed products
- Partnerships with industry-leading labs and equipment providers
- Community-focused with St. Jude Children's Research Hospital donations
Associations and certifications
- PSPA/SPAA
- PPA
- PMA
- Pro Lab
- Kodak Gold
Services
Sports Photography
PMI Photography captures high-quality sports portraits using professional Canon equipment. Our team photographs individual athletes and teams across various sports, ensuring clear, dynamic images that highlight athletic achievements. We serve both small local teams and large organizations with 4,800+ participants annually.
School Photography
We provide comprehensive school photography services for K-12 institutions. Our experienced staff manages yearbook photos, class portraits, and special events with minimal disruption to school schedules. All portraits undergo strict quality control at our Crystal Lake production facility before distribution.
Event Photography
PMI photographs dance recitals, club events, and organizational functions. Our photographers use advanced lighting techniques to capture clear images in various environments. We offer customizable packages that include multiple photographers for large-scale events and special memorabilia creation.
Customized Packages
We create personalized photography packages for organizations. Options include trading cards, magnetic tickets, iPhone cases, and specialty plaques. Our sales team works directly with clients to develop branded products that meet specific needs while maintaining professional quality standards.
Digital Printing
All printing occurs at our state-of-the-art Crystal Lake facility using industry-leading equipment. We maintain strict quality control for color accuracy and durability. Services include large-format prints, bulk orders, and specialty finishes with guaranteed consistency across all produced materials.
Questions
How do I book a picture day with PMI Photography?
Contact our customer service team via phone or email to schedule your event. We coordinate all details from location planning to distribution.
What photography services do you offer?
We specialize in youth sports, school portraits, dance events, club photography, and customized package creation for organizations of all sizes.
What is your return policy?
We offer a 90-day refund guarantee on printed products. Digital images are non-refundable due to their electronic nature.
Do you provide proofs before final printing?
No, our pre-pay program eliminates proofs to streamline the process while maintaining quality and efficiency.
What equipment do your photographers use?
Our team uses professional Canon digital cameras and studio lighting systems to ensure high-resolution, durable portraits.
How does PMI support community initiatives?
We donate a portion of all proceeds to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and partner with local youth organizations.
Reviews (5)
Mary Rodriguez
Jun 13, 2022
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Our WAA organization has worked with PMI for over 25 years. They are some of the nicest people I have met and their company is very professional and does a fantastic job. We get picture companies contacting us all the time to try their company. We never give it a thought!
Scott Martyn
May 28, 2022
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Our organization has been extremely pleased with PMI for the several years of partnership we have with them. Each year, we cycle over 900 players through an all day picture session seamlessly. Highly recommend the PMI team to all groups. They are the best.
Tanya Abbey
May 26, 2022
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They were so organized and they were able to get our 22 teams in and out! We even had one of our teams have a game and they were in and out in 15 minutes. It was so organized and so efficient. We will be using them again. Also very affordable! It's hard to find a company that's affordable and they truly are!
ELevate Dance
May 16, 2022
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The photographers that came to our studio were amazing. They talked to the 2 year olds at their level, kept everyone smiling, and were super flexible with adjustments to the schedule. When the older girls came in they worked with their movement shots and let them approve them before moving on.
Kristy Bryant
May 13, 2022
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The staff was fabulous! They knew exactly what was needed and made sure all the kids were lined up by team at the right time for their photos. Everything ran very smoothly. I look forward to working with PMI in the future.
