The Best Classic Wedding Photographers in Alum Creek, WV

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74 Wedding Photographers in Alum Creek, WV

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Christian McDaniel Photography 
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,100
  • Serves Alum Creek, WV

I fell in love with photography when I was in high school. After my son was born, I wanted to not only capture photos of him, but of others. My son is now 4 years old, and we have a golden retriever named, Jack. My husband serves in the Air Force, and we currently live in West Virginia. I've been a flight attendant for the last six 1/2 years & I love it! Photography for me has been my creative outlet where I get to capture your moments, and hopefully make you laugh during our session. My goal as a photographer is to make you feel confident and seen in front of the camera no matter what comfortability level you have in front of the camera.

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Holly Johnston Photography 
Rating: 4.9 (33 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,600
  • Serves Alum Creek, WV
  • Offer

Hey there, I’m Holly! I’m a wedding and engagement photographer based in Roanoke, VA, and I’m all about capturing love stories in the most authentic and heartfelt way possible. My photography style is raw, emotional, timeless, and fun. Whether I’m photographing a tender moment between a couple or the spontaneous laughter during a celebration, I strive to capture the genuine connection and joy shared on your big day. There’s nothing more rewarding for me than freezing those fleeting moments so you can relive them for years to come. If you’re looking for a documentary photographer who can capture your day as it unfolds, I’d love to chat!!

Awarded Best of Zola
Holly was a pleasure to work with for our wedding. From the start, her communication was efficient, direct, and friendly, which put us at ease throughout the planning process. On the day of our wedding, despite the rainy weather, Holly was able to capture all the fairytale photos we wanted and they’re beautiful. We also got our photos super quick
Stephanie P., a year ago
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Rosina Marie Photography 
Rating: 4.5 (24 reviews)
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  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,400
  • Serves Alum Creek, WV

I’m Rosina, a wedding photographer with over ten years of experience, drawn to connection, emotion, and storytelling that feels both timeless and true. My approach is rooted in documenting your day as it naturally unfolds, with an emphasis on presence over perfection. When you receive your gallery, my goal is simple: that your photos bring you back to how it all felt, the joy, the nerves, the laughter, and the quiet moments you didn’t even realize were happening.

Awarded Best of Zola
I am so glad we booked Rosina as our wedding photographer! She was so easy to work with and friendly which put us at ease and made taking photos feel more natural. We are so happy with how both our engagement and wedding photos turned out and will treasure them forever. 10/10 recommend :)
Anna P., 2 years ago
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Courtney Barnett Photography LLC 
Rating: 4.6 (23 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Alum Creek, WV

Hi! Im Courtney and im so glad you decided to give me a look! Here's a little bit about me! I am a full time mommy of 5 beautiful children. My house is cluttered and chaotic 99.9% of the time but is filled with lots of love and laughs from our little family and i thank god everyday for letting me be their mama.

Absolutely amazing work and professionalism. Easy to work with, felt like we knew her forever. Our pictures turned out amazing and she was able to send us them within days of our wedding. We will definitely be using her again in the future. Highly recommended.
Estep-Blanco, 2 years ago
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Ashley Cynthia Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (23 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $5,500
  • Serves Alum Creek, WV

* PLEASE INQUIRE ON WEBSITE* HEY! I'M ASHLEY! Aka, Your Professional third wheel! I am so happy you dropped by! I am a uber bubbly, warm hearted, person who loves to order 3 drinks at Dutch Bros and say its for other people but really its just for me. When I am not spending my lifes savings at Dutch Bros, I am professionally following peeps in love and photographing their stories. I am a lover of true crime and murder podcasts! (But I mean who isnt! I just cant help it!) FUN FACT: I speak switzerdütsch, aka a German slang. My mom is originally from Switzerland and my dad from Jamaica, so you know I am always hungry for adventures!

Awarded Best of Zola
She is so incredibly sweet and made us feel so good on our wedding day. The photos turned out absolutely beautiful! I am so grateful I found her!!
Hannah H., 2 years ago
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Whitt Photography and Film 
Rating: 5.0 (18 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,499
  • Serves Alum Creek, WV
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You deserve wedding photos and films that feel natural, joyful, and completely like you. The real laughs. The quiet hand squeezes. The moments you will want to relive for years. We're Hannah and Matt, a husband and wife photography and film team based in North Carolina and traveling nationwide. Hannah moved here from a small fishing village in Cornwall, England, and Matt grew up just down the road. We've been documenting weddings together since 2019, and Matt is also an FAA-licensed drone pilot. Our approach is true to life and relaxed, focused on helping you feel comfortable so nothing feels forced or awkward. From the first email to the final gallery, we keep things easy, clear, and genuinely fun so you can soak it all in.

Awarded Best of Zola
We had a fantastic time working with Hannah and Matt for photography and videography at our wedding. They were very professional and were very good about keeping up with timelines and getting things moving. Having a large wedding party (25), we were worried about how we were going to make everyone fit well in the photos, but they did a great job capturing multiple angles of everyone. We just got our sneak peeks back and they are amazing. Before the wedding we were able to communicate with them what we wanted in terms of types of shots, day of timeline, and feel of the video. With how chaotic the day felt, working with Hannah and Matt on our couples shots made us feel more connected. Honestly, the best money we spent on our wedding.
Erika A., 2 months ago
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J.Hutter Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (12 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,200
  • Serves Alum Creek, WV

Who's that girl...? It's Jes (Your wedding photographer)! I'm a wedding photographer based in West Virginia but originally from Idaho. I'm a military spouse, a mom of two and photography has been part of my heart since high school.

Awarded Best of Zola
Working with JHutter Photography was a dream from start to finish. Jess was incredibly open about everything, answering all our questions and keeping us in the loop throughout the planning process. On our wedding day, she went above and beyond helping me fluff my dress for photos and keeping everyone organized so we stayed on schedule. Her pictures turned out absolutely beautiful, and she delivered them to us quickly. Jess has such a fun personality that made us feel totally comfortable in front of the camera, and the quality of her work was flawless. We would absolutely recommend her to any couple looking for a photographer!
Gabrielle H., 4 months ago
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Kaitlyn Carter Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (11 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $5,250
  • Serves Alum Creek, WV

I am a travel photographer based out of Louisville, Kentucky. I have always been the friend with the camera admiring those around me. I am truly captivated by people simply being people, always finding beauty in human connections and the REAL. My goal is to be a calming presence, help the day run smooth, and ensure everyone in front of the camera feels COMFORTABLE. I lean toward documentary style photography emphasizing what makes your love unique.

Awarded Best of Zola
Kaitlyn Carter Photography was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding. From our first interaction, Kaitlyn was responsive, easy-going, but also very professional, putting us at ease throughout the entire process. On the day of our wedding, her calm and friendly presence was so comforting, and she captured every moment beautifully - from the small, intimate details as we were getting ready to the larger, posed family shots. The quality of Kaitlyn's work is simply stunning, with a documentary-style approach and gorgeous natural lighting that perfectly encapsulated the passion and love of our special day. We are thrilled with the photos from our engagement session and wedding day and couldn't recommend Kaitlyn Carter Photography more highly.
Marina G., 2 years ago
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Karen Boles Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (10 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves Alum Creek, WV
  • Offer

I absolutely love documenting love — the laughter, the quiet moments, and everything in between! Getting to know my couples is one of my favorite parts of what I do. I’m easy-going, laid-back, and always focused on making sure your experience feels natural and completely you.

Awarded Best of Zola
My husband and I were celebrating our 10-year wedding anniversary in Tennessee, and I wanted to capture some amazing photos to honor the occasion. Karen was incredible! She took stunning photos that exceeded our expectations. We highly recommend Karen Boles Photography for any event.
MaKenna, a year ago
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Eugene Svirhun Photo 
Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves Alum Creek, WV

I started photography in 2017 and after being a part of many weddings, engagements, and family sessions, I still love what I do and I am deeply dedicated to serving my clients. I consider myself a storyteller and love capturing the little details, the half-smiles, and the simple motions. For me, it is about seeing the real, the lovely, and the messy moments, the everyday magic that tells the stories of our lives. Each wedding and session has its own unique story to tell and I challenge myself to capture those stories through my camera as best as I can and would be honored to capture yours too!

Awarded Best of Zola
Eugene is not only an exceptional wedding photographer but also a kind human who handled our rainy and crazy day with amazing calm and professionalism. Despite the weather challenges, Eugene remained composed and managed to capture every special moment perfectly. His ability to stay focused and bring out the best in every shot made our day truly memorable. His communication before, during and after the wedding is top notch. We are so grateful for him!
Lauren J., 2 years ago
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Your Wedding Day Film 
Rating: 5.0 (8 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Serves Alum Creek, WV

Your Wedding Day Film is a Florida-based destination wedding photography and videography company. I’m Vanessa, and storytelling is at the heart of everything we do. Our skilled team captures the emotion, beauty, and candid moments of your special day. We specialize in photography, with the option to add videography, so you can relive your wedding through stunning images and cinematic films. From planning to delivery of your galleries and videos within 4–6 weeks, we’re with you every step of the way, local or destination. When I’m not behind the camera, I enjoy time with family, friends, or taking our German Shepherd mix at the dog beach.

Awarded Best of Zola
We booked Your Wedding Day Film, LLC to photograph and record our wedding and they were 10/10! Vanessa was the person I spoke to throughout the entire planning process and she helped make things so much easier for me. Having a schedule and a shot list took so much stress off of my shoulders and we spoke often to confirm everything prior to. Taytum and Michael were our photographer and videographer, and they truly helped make our day feel magical, and they also helped make me feel so beautiful. There is nothing I would change and I would recommend them to anyone looking for someone to capture their special day. Thank you Your Wedding Day Film!
Shante D., a month ago
Emijunesphotography 
Rating: 5.0 (6 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $950
  • Serves Alum Creek, WV

Hi, I’m Emilee, the photographer behind EmijunesPhotography based in Tennessee! I specialize in capturing weddings in a timeless, emotional, and authentic way. I love documenting genuine moments, big emotions, and all the little details that make your day special. My goal is to create a fun, stress-free experience while preserving memories you can relive forever. To inquire about wedding collections and availability, please contact me through my website inquiry form. I can’t wait to hear your vision!

My photos that day were so perfect and me and my family absolutely cherished them all. I’m currently having them framed and ordered right away and I’m so happy with how they turned out. I’m happy you were able to work with me and my family and I love how it was professional yet at the same time it was like connecting with an old friend. I highly recommend Emijunesphotography to newly weds and especially for those who have never had their photo taken professionally. Having your photo taken is such an experience, you feel important and cherished when you are captured with each photo. Reviewing my wedding photos made my husband and I fall in love all over again on that day. Made us reminisce our whole relationship and we are so happy with the outcome of this photography.
Aliya, a year ago
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Sugar N Spice Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (5 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,700
  • Serves Alum Creek, WV

Hi, I'm Treiva.. The owner and lead photographer of Sugar N Spice Photography located out of Central Ohio. Photography has been my passion since I was 15 years old. I can remember getting my hands on my first camera and knowing this is what I wanted to do forever. For me, I love the feeling I get when I know I captured that special moment for you and your family... knowing it will last forever.

Sugar N Spice Photography was exceptional from start to finish. They communicated exceptionally well throughout the entire process, always keeping us informed and addressing any questions or concerns we had. The quality of their work was incredibly professional, and their pricing was very reasonable for the level of service they provided. They went above and beyond on our wedding day - not only did the photographer meet with us beforehand to help plan out our timeline and photography wishes, but she also brought an emergency kit with her that came in handy when a few unexpected issues came up. When some last-minute delays occurred, she helped keep us calm and on track. We were so impressed by her attention to detail and willingness to go the extra mile. We would recommend Sugar N Spice Photography to any couple looking for a fantastic wedding photography experience!
Austinee C., a year ago
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5 thousand frames films 
Rating: 5.0 (5 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Alum Creek, WV

Hi! We are Katherine and Oleksandr, a family duo of a photographer and videographer, who share a passion for creating unforgettable moments. Together since 2010, we capture and preserve the most genuine emotions from your celebrations and everyday life. Our work is more than just recording images. It’s a way to tell the story of your love, family values, or brand style. Every project for us is an opportunity to create something unique and captivating.

We had the absolute pleasure of working with Kateryna as our wedding photographer, and we couldn’t be happier with the results! From the very beginning, she was professional, attentive, and so easy to communicate with. Her warm personality instantly put us at ease, which made the entire experience even more enjoyable. Kateryna has a true talent for capturing not just moments, but emotions. Every photo she took feels so natural and full of life, telling the story of our special day in the most beautiful way. Her attention to detail and creative eye are exceptional, and she managed to capture all the important moments, as well as many candid shots we will treasure forever. The quality of the photos exceeded all of our expectations—they are simply stunning! Kateryna’s work truly speaks for itself, and we couldn’t recommend her highly enough to anyone looking for a photographer who goes above and beyond to deliver perfection. Thank you, Kateryna, for giving us memories we’ll cherish for a lifetime!
Kate & A., 2 years ago
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Jason Snorlax Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (5 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Alum Creek, WV

Jason "Snorlax" Cun is an all around photographer that currently resides in Los Angeles, California. He was raised in the heart of Los Angeles, where he found his calling in photography. He aims to capture the beauty of the world and the people in them. He has recently begun his travels around the U.S capturing the life of those within that city.

Jason was an absolute pleasure to work with, and we couldn’t have asked for a better wedding photographer. From the moment we met him, he made us feel completely comfortable in front of the camera. He kept everything light, fun, and stress-free, which made such a difference on such an emotional day. Jason has an incredible creative vision and captured our wedding in ways that were even more beautiful than we imagined. He truly listened to what was important to us and made sure our personalities and the moments we cared about most were reflected in our photos. He was also amazing with our families, making everyone feel comfortable and included. By the end of the day, it felt like he wasn’t just our photographer—he felt like a close friend celebrating right alongside us. We are so grateful for his talent, professionalism, and kindness, and we will cherish the memories he captured for the rest of our lives. We cannot recommend Jason highly enough!
Jessica H., 2 months ago
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Timeless Images WV 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Alum Creek, WV

Kathleen Batten is a luxury wedding and engagement photographer known for capturing timeless, emotional imagery with elegance and authenticity. Serving West Virginia, Pennsylvania, Ohio and surrounding areas, she specializes in creating refined visual storytelling that preserves every meaningful detail and unforgettable moment. A graduate of the The Art Institutes in Pittsburgh, Kathleen combines artistic vision with a documentary approach, delivering imagery that feels both sophisticated and deeply personal.

Kathy is always wonderful to work with! Beautiful pictures, friendly personality, quick turn around. Will continue to come back for any professional photo needs!
Sarah H., 4 months ago
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Reflections Media Virginia 
Rating: 4.0 (4 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Alum Creek, WV

Reflections Media Virginia is a group of photographers, videographers and editors that strive every day to provide our clients with trendy yet timeless wedding imagery! We cover weddings across VA, DC, and MD. We've had the privilege to capture the wedding day of over 150 couples - and we've loved every second of it!

Reflections Media Virginia was our wedding videographer, and overall they provided a good experience. The videographer paid close attention to capturing all the fine details throughout our special day. The video was great. However, the quality of our photographs was just okay - it didn't blow us away. Additionally, our original photographer backed out the day before the wedding, but Reflections Media was able to quickly replace them with someone else, which we appreciated. They also had a fast turnaround on receiving the photos/video within 30 days. They also gave us 8-10 photos the day after the wedding which was so very nice. They were priced very reasonably in comparison to other companies. I don’t have any regrets especially with the price we paid.
J, 8 months ago
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Wild Elegance 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,800
  • Serves Alum Creek, WV

Wild Elegance creates cinematic, emotionally driven wedding photography for couples who value genuine connection over perfection. Every celebration is approached with intention, preserving the quiet moments, the wild adventures, and the people who make your story yours. Whether you're planning an intimate elopement or a destination wedding, the experience is designed to feel effortless, allowing you to stay fully present while your memories are thoughtfully documented with honesty, beauty, and heart.

Awarded Best of Zola
Our experience with Wild Elegance was fantastic from start to finish. Their communication was quick and effective, making the planning process seamless. The quality of their work was exceptional - they were efficient and captured high-quality photos that allowed us to remember every moment of our special day. Wild Elegance went above and beyond, scouting locations for photos along the entire drive from our venue to the reception. They provided 3 days of photography coverage, ensuring we could relive every part of our wedding. The team was super efficient during the event and provided us with truly unique and inspiring photos. We are thrilled with the service and results from Wild Elegance and highly recommend them to any couple planning their wedding.
Paige B., a year ago
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Flower & Oak 
Rating: 4.5 (4 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,750
  • Serves Alum Creek, WV

The excitement. The warm feelings. The quiet glances. The glow of newlywed love. As time passes, little details can slip away. That’s why we’re here: to help you preserve your memories, so that you can vividly recall life’s best moments for years to come. Founded by passionate creatives who have been obsessing over storytelling for decades, we are dedicated to providing an experience that combines creative artistry with personalized attention. From the first consultation to the final suite of content, our purpose is to bring your vision to life while providing unmatched value at every step.

Awarded Best of Zola
Flower & Oak is hands-down the dream team for wedding photography and videography. As a wedding videographer, I love how easy they make everything — couples get a simple, stress-free plan, and I get the creative freedom to capture those real, emotional moments. Their editing team is incredible, the communication is smooth, and they always go above and beyond. If you want gorgeous wedding photos and videos with a team that genuinely cares, go with Flower & Oak.
Steve W., a year ago
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Chaya Eaddy 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves Alum Creek, WV
  • Offer

I started off in birth photography and maternity shoots. I got asked to be a backup photographer for 2 weddings and fell so far in love with wedding and engagement photography, I had to add packages. I had so much fun and ended up making some great friendships doing so.

Awarded Best of Zola
We truly couldn’t have asked for a better photographer for our wedding day. From the very first conversation, Chaya made us feel comfortable, understood, and genuinely excited. On the day of the wedding, they were punctual, professional, and seamlessly blended into the day — capturing all the important moments without ever feeling intrusive. The final gallery brought me to tears (the happy kind!). Every emotion, detail, and candid was beautifully captured. The photos feel timeless and full of life — exactly what we wanted. Not only are they incredibly talented behind the camera, but they also brought such a calming, positive energy that made a huge difference during a fast-paced and emotional day. If you’re thinking about booking Chaya, do it! We’re forever grateful for the memories they’ve preserved so beautifully. — Jaime
Jaime J., a year ago
Marah Media 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Serves Alum Creek, WV
  • Offer

We are a photo and video husband & wife team who love to travel! We have over 5 years of experience documenting precious weddings and moments! We would love to be considered to be apart of one of the most important days of your life!

These two are truly unmatched! Their seamless professionalism, creative flair, and genuine passion is evident every step of the way! This team captures every precious moment with stunning visuals that will absolutely exceed your expectation. You can expect clear communication, receptiveness to your ideas, and an unparalleled ability to capture genuine emotions. Highly recommend!
Heather S., 2 years ago
Texas Fresh Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,400
  • Serves Alum Creek, WV

Hello! We're Texas Fresh Photography, A husband & wife duo who founded Texas Fresh in Corpus Christi. While we specialize in weddings, portraits, pet photography, and events. Our hearts (and lens) love to cover sessions with newlyweds, whether its your wedding, proposal, or future life events that you two may have together.

We chose Texas Fresh Photography and couldn't have been happier with our decision. From our first conversation, they stayed in constant touch—checking in on our needs and making sure we felt supported every step of the way. They went above and beyond by meeting with us a few days before the wedding, photographing our rehearsal dinner, and guiding us through the entire process. We also appreciated that they respected our privacy and kept our photos in a private portfolio instead of posting them everywhere like most photographers do. The sneak peek arrived the same night of our wedding, which honestly blew our minds. For the quality of their work, their pricing is unbeatable, and we'd recommend Michael and Rylie to anyone looking for top-notch photographers who truly care about their couples. In addition to that, Rylie also helped take care of a situation that our wedding planner missed, which was a game changer for us. Thank you guys again, it truly means the world to Noah and I, that you guys cared for our special day just as much as we do.
Zoey, 2 months ago
Buxton Media Productions 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Alum Creek, WV

We are Buxton Media Productions, we have been capturing special wedding days for the last 7 years. We started just offering videography services and this last year we opened ourselves up to start offering affordable photography services that help brides only have one vendor for both photo and video. This is a more affordable option for many and saves the hassle of working with multiple vendors on your wedding day. We capture all of you special moments in an organic way without being pushy as we understand this is your special day. We service the entire DMV area as well as surrounding states.

We enjoyed having Buxton Media Productions capture our wedding day! Josh and the team were very professional, friendly, and accomadating the entire day. They made sure we got all the shots we wanted. They truly captured every special moment from getting ready to the send off.
Heather, 2 years ago
Honey Ridge & Lace Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Alum Creek, WV

Photographs always made me curious. The stories behind the photo often sparked ideas for my book writing. Being a 90's baby I grew up using Kodak film, my moms point-and-shoot, and polaroid. My love of this art grew and I bought my first Canon when my oldest was 3. For awhile I captured our family growing, memories, a few newborns here and there, and brand content. In 2020, I began capturing life through the lens for others. It brought beauty back to my heart, and independence to my life as a mom. When I shot my first wedding I became absolutely hooked and knew I wanted to capture more of those memories for your future generations to cherish.

Honey Ridge & Lace Photography was the perfect choice for our wedding photographer. From the moment we met Mel, we knew we were in good hands. Her authentic and kind communication style immediately put us at ease, and she was a great listener, really understanding what we wanted from our wedding photos. The quality of their work is truly unique, timeless, and beautiful. Mel made me feel so relaxed and beautiful on our wedding day, and she brought our vision to life perfectly. She's such a creative and genuinely nice person - I can't imagine working with a nicer photographer. I cannot recommend Honey Ridge & Lace Photography more highly!
Randall A., a year ago
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Jovan Kiah & Co Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (56 reviews)
·Ratings include Zola and Google reviews
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,900
  • Serves Alum Creek, WV for additional fees
  • Offer

Hi, I’m Jovan Kiah — a wedding and portrait photographer based just outside Indianapolis. I’m your personal hype woman, passionate about capturing vibrant, true-to-color moments that feel like you. From big milestones to everyday magic, I’m here to freeze time in a way that’s real, timeless, and joy-filled. When I’m not behind the camera, I’m soaking up motherhood, planning game nights, or enjoying something sweet—because life’s too short not to.

Awarded Best of Zola
This is an amazing company. The photos turned out better than I could have ever expected or imagined. I planned my wedding quickly and they were so happy to be there. My husband and I aren’t comfortable in front of a camera and the entire thing was comfortable and fun. There were things captured that I couldn’t see myself so seeing the reactions of other people was amazing. I would work with them ten times over. Unbelievably amazing.
Alivia F., 8 months ago