Meet the MHFilms & photography Team
Meredith and Colin are a Photo-Video team based in Central Illinois and serving the greater Midwestern Community.
Married & very much in love, this pair’s services are grounded in love and offered warmly to those in love.
Meet Meredith
Hi, I’m Meredith! I’m your lead Photographer and Videographer behind the lens. Based in Central Illinois but love to travel. I’m so happy you’re here.
I have been carrying around a camera most of my life. My Dad and his brother (my Uncle Skip) have been avid documentary photographers and videographers for all of my life. They have truly taught me the benefit of carrying a camera with me wherever I go, and the extraordinary value of the moments captured, no matter how mundane. I have them to thank for the countless photos and videos of me and my family taken throughout my life. Thanks to them, I have such a fierce love for capturing all of the adventures life presents, all of the candid, camera-at-the-dinner-table, in-between moments that are amazing examples of all that is good and sweet in our world.
When not behind a camera, I am probably spending time exploring with my husband Colin and one year old golden retriever Pluto, coffee in hand. I am currently in my last year of studying Art Education at the University of Illinois in Urbana-Champaign, and can’t wait to teach my future students all of the incredible, rewarding mediums of art! I absolutely LIVE to travel and explore new places. I always feel most inspired on the road, and am probably currently planning my next trip. I also love reading, making art, and clothes. I have probably already made a Pinterest board with outfit inspo for your shoot, let me know if you want the link 😉
Meet Colin
Associate Photographer, Videographer, and ultimate Storyteller. Oh, and Cardinals Baseball #1 fan…
I’m Colin Hislope—the second photographer and videographer behind the scenes at Meredith Hislope Films & Photography, and also Meredith’s husband and creative partner. It is my goal to bring a calm, observant presence to wedding days, and my focus is always on capturing the real, in-between moments that tell a couple’s story honestly and intentionally. My background in journalism definitely lends a hand to my preferred documentary style, but I also love leaning into Meredith’s creative visions (Art school things… 😉)
What began as a way to support Meredith has grown into a true creative passion. I’ve found that I really enjoy visual storytelling—especially noticing those quiet, meaningful details: a glance, a laugh, a pause that says more than words. I care deeply about the work we do and take pride in helping preserve moments that couples will treasure for a lifetime.
Outside of weddings, I work at Cobalt Digital Inc., where I handle cutting-edge broadcast technology, and I cover Illini sports as a journalist with Illinois Public Media. Sports have always been a big part of my life, and I bring that same energy and curiosity into my creative work—always ready to show up fully, adapt quickly, and find the heart of the story.
When I’m not behind a camera, I’m probably hanging out with our dog Pluto (who is a very good dog), digging into a new album, or watching Cardinals baseball. I feel grateful to be part of this work—and to be trusted with telling such meaningful love stories alongside someone I also love.
Meet Pluto
This was fully just a ploy to show you a picture of our dog.
Okay no but seriously, love, family, friends, and joy mean the absolute most to Colin and I (Hi, it’s Meredith behind this screen ;) Having the opportunity, ability, skill, and equipment to capture love stories is our favorite thing ever. I know that booking a photographer for your special event or just to capture your family where you’re at in life right now can feel stressful. We always always always aim to connect with our clients where they’re at, as an attempt to create a life-long relationship, and build a community full of people who are as into love as we are.
Here’s one more pic of Pluto for good measure…
