The Best Wedding Vendors in Ladora, IA

The Best Wedding Vendors in Ladora, IA

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428 Wedding Vendors in Ladora, IA

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Dahren Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,700
  • Serves Ladora, IA for additional fees

I'm Olga, a Florida photographer who delivers full photography services. My specialty is working with couples, specifically weddings and elopements. I love working with natural light to enhance the moment I am capturing. I am located in Tampa but have ties to Colorado and travel all over the United States. Take a look around the site and lets get this adventure started!

Despite having an insane amount of wind on our wedding day, Olga managed to capture photos that made the chaos seem calm. Between having a large bridal party and lots of family photos Olga captured every moment we could ask for and even managed to make two awkward people look elegant. I highly recommend booking her!
Hannah, a year ago
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KP Imagery 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,600
  • Serves Ladora, IA for additional fees

KP Imagery provides artistic and intentional images while capturing your big day. A mix of editorial and documentary-style photography allows you to relive the emotions of your Wedding day all over again. Katie is known for her couples feeling comfortable and themselves during photos. She delivers a carefully curated gallery of creative shots that capture your most important moments.

Awarded Best of Zola
I hired Katie for our extended family photoshoot, as I had met her in the wedding world. I am a wedding florist and I've seen her work for a while now thought she'd be a good fit for family photos, and I was so right! I had some anxieties about the photoshoot and Katie went above and beyond to ensure I felt comfortable and I ended up loving the photos! She was so clear and great at directing our big family on where to stand and how to pose. Loved our experience!
Kalie L., 8 months ago
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Cross Lake Media 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Ladora, IA for additional fees

My name is Meredith. I’m a self-taught photographer, an avid hiker, and a person who loves getting lost in their own city. If I am not photographing, you will either find me in one of two places, a coffee shop or out in nature usually eating my favorite snacks in fish form (Swedish or Gold), or belting anything from musicals to early 2000s country (yes there is a difference) to 90’s hip hop jams.

Awarded Best of Zola
Meredith is amazing! She's so easy to work with, she kept up with my neurotic emails and texts. She's great at communicating all details and scheduling. She is just the most down to earth soul you'll meet. She did a fantastic job at corralling my family for our group picture. I have a HUGE family, and it's not easy to get us all in one spot (especially with children and babies all over) But Meredith was so patient with us. She managed to get AMAZING shots in the chaos. Everyone loved her aura. She really captured the love that was shared that day. I am forever grateful for her capturing our special day.
BaoHan T., 2 years ago
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Waking Starlight 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $7,000
  • Serves Ladora, IA for additional fees

I seek the hard-to-see moments, the ones that we might normally miss. I'm looking at the in-between, telling the story of intimacy and of elegance, serving clients worldwide as their Dallas & destination wedding photographer. Whether your story shines most in the small, quiet moments, or on the dance floor with your closest friends, I'm documenting the moments of love between you all, and every beautiful detail in between.

I discovered Jenny on social media several years ago and I knew then that I wanted her to shoot my wedding day. Her style is amazing, she’s a perfect human being, and her albums are a true work of art that tell a story rather than still images. When we received our wedding albums my jaw was on the floor. I could not have asked for a better photographer to shoot our wedding. She exceeded every expectation that I had and I want her capture moments of our life going forward! She is very easy to work with, punctual, and truly the best photographer that I’ve ever seen. Anyone would be lucky to have her on their big day!
Cheyenne H., 2 months ago
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Samantha Halsey Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Ladora, IA for additional fees

I started photography as a second shooter with another local photographer and I fell in love with it. I love every aspect of my job, from meeting new people to editing photos. There truly is nothing better than getting a message from my clients about how happy they are with their images and how much it means to them. I have traveled to Colorado, California, New York, Florida, Alabama-- All over for weddings! I LOVE to travel for my work. So if you like my work, but realize I'm not close by, still reach out and let's talk!

Awarded Best of Zola
I am over the moon to share how amazing Samantha was as the photographer for my wedding! From the moment she arrived on the day of my wedding, she brought such positive energy and creativity. Samantha has an incredible talent for capturing the essence of each moment. She made everyone feel so comfortable, which resulted in the most natural and beautiful photos. Her friendly and supportive presence made the whole experience even more enjoyable. If you want a photographer who will make your special day unforgettable, Samantha is the one to call! Thank you, Samantha, for your phenomenal work and for capturing memories we'll cherish forever!
Alyssa O., a year ago
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Jessica Rabelo Photos 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Ladora, IA for additional fees
  • Offer

Hi, its Jessica, I am a couples and wedding photographer based in Virginia. My clients are so special that they find themselves a friend for a lifetime, not just another wedding vendor. I take time to know you! I love learning about your love story, the proposal, etc. I am hopeless romantic, so I will probably shed a tear at every wedding I attend or photograph.

Awarded Best of Zola
We decided to go with Jessica for our engagement photos and wedding photos. She was amazing and did not disappoint! She made the process so easy, helped guide us with questions, ideas and her own personal experience. She is super bubbly and so easy to get along with she made the photography process so comfortable for us! — All of our final products look amazing!! Ps. Stephanie our second photographer for the day was also great!
Mr. & M., 6 months ago
Meghan Ann Imagery LLC 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Ladora, IA for additional fees

I'm Meghan Ann Imagery! I'm an artist, storyteller, and lover of love. It's fitting I ended up as a wedding photographer, right? I'm based in Connecticut but wishing for the dream inquiries that will send me to Alaska, Colorado, or some place new.

Meghan Ann Imagery LLC was the perfect choice for our wedding photography. From the very beginning, her communication was very clear, and on a personal level she is incredibly kind and sweet to deal with. We weren't initially planning to have a photographer since this was our very small "legal" wedding and we were planning a larger destination wedding, but we're so glad we decided to book Meghan last minute. On Mother's Day, she gladly accepted the job and captured every special moment beautifully. The quality of her work was tremendous, exceeding our expectations with how fast she turned around our photos, and we now have precious memories to cherish forever. We are absolutely thrilled with the photos and cannot recommend Meghan Ann Imagery LLC highly enough.
Kelsey, 7 months ago
Salt and Ivy Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Ladora, IA for additional fees

SWFL based husband and wife team who love to story tell with authentic and emotive imagery. We have been in business for over 10+ years and have traveled all over to document love. Each wedding for us is a brand new experience, and we treat each couple like they are our own friends. We understand that this is a huge investment not only financially but emotionally - so we put in every bit of effort to make sure you get exactly what you wanted.

Awarded Best of Zola
Salt & Ivy was an absolute dream to work with. Highly communicative, professional, punctual, and absolute artists. From booking to receiving the photos, they were so amazing to work with. I (the bride) am typically very uncomfortable taking photographs. This was the first time in my life that I was actually at ease and having fun. 10/10 would and will book them again in the future for family/maternity photographs.
Julie & C., 9 months ago
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Crawford Photo Co. 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,700
  • Serves Ladora, IA for additional fees

I'm a follower of Jesus, adventure lover, wife to Josiah (my husband of four years, personal chef, and favorite weirdo), and dog mom to Solo (the sweetest chihuahua you'll ever meet). When I'm not working, you'll find me with a friend at a coffee shop or curled up at home with a good book or a show; most likely a rom com. I'm a big fan of morning light, cold brew coffee, and dark chocolate anything. My favorite travel destination is the Oregon coast and my perfect day would consist of the beach, hiking, good food, and close friends.

Awarded Best of Zola
Annie captured both our engagement photos and our wedding day and I would chose her over and over again in a heartbeat. Not only is she such a kind, genuine person, her photography talent speaks for itself in her photos. Throughout the entire wedding planning process Annie made herself available to assist in creating a timeline for the day and offering practical suggestions that I never would have thought of. Her experience in wedding days is a tremendous asset in itself! The day of our wedding Annie was a chauffeur for me to our first look, a calm during the whirlwind storm of a wedding day, a giver of several laughs and the person who remembered to grab the rings when leaving for the church. I am so grateful for Annie and her ability to make anyone feel comfortable in front of a camera and I admire the passion and dedication she has towards her clients. I am certain no one would ever regret booking with Annie to capture their special day.
Kelly T., 3 years ago
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Alex Kol Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,900
  • Serves Ladora, IA for additional fees

I’m Alex, a wedding photographer with 10 years of experience. My approach blends classic elegance with a documentary style, capturing both posed and candid moments that reflect the authentic atmosphere of your wedding day. Whether it’s an intimate ceremony or a larger event, I’ve had the privilege of telling love stories through my lens. Clients appreciate my attention to detail and seamless process. From guiding you through natural poses to capturing spontaneous emotions, I ensure that every important moment is beautifully documented, creating a wedding album that you’ll treasure for years to come.

He beautifully captured every special moment of our wedding day. The photos are stunning and exceeded all our expectations. Alex was professional, friendly, and made us feel completely at ease. We can’t recommend him highly enough!
Yoka, 10 months ago
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Stellar Studios 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $900
  • Serves Ladora, IA for additional fees
  • Offer

I am a fine art photographer living in the United States. I am currently based in Florida and have a studio in Tampa, FL. I was born in Cuba but moved to Orlando with my large family in '97. I started my photography in 2015 but have been involved with being on both sides of the lens and learning photography since 2011. Photography remains my #1 passion and I am looking forward to all adventures that come with it. Feel free to send me a message if you have any questions

I was fortunate enough to have Isabel photograph our wedding, and work with her in prior years. Stellar Studios brings stunning visuals, unique creative direction, professionalism, and efficiency to every shoot. And Isabel is the kindest soul.
Sarah L., a year ago
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Beyond The Pines Photo + Video 

5.0

  • Videographer
  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves Ladora, IA for additional fees

A Nationwide Award Winning Photo + Video Team of passionate storytellers located throughout the US and ready to capture your best day ever! We have a love for creating visual art and we pride ourselves in bringing out the real and raw human connection in our couples.

Awarded Best of Zola
We were very happy with Beyond The Pines Photo Video as our videographer for our wedding. Their communication throughout the planning process was great - they were responsive, professional, and made sure we had all the information we needed. On the wedding day, Alex did an excellent job capturing all the special moments and important details. The teaser video beautifully encapsulated the love and joy of our special day. We would highly recommend Beyond The Pines to any couple looking for a talented, dedicated videography team that genuinely cares about understanding your vision and bringing it to life.
Stephanie S., a year ago
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DJ DAS Entertainment 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Ladora, IA for additional fees

DJ DAS Entertainment is a dependable, attentive, supportive DJ service company in Des Moines. DJ DAS Entertainment is a premium entertainment service for weddings, corporate events, school events, and private events. We have been in the entertaining field for more than 20 years. We are proud to create a fantastic party with all ages on the dance floor, ultimately making the event memorable for the couple and their guests. DJ DAS Entertainment is dedicated to offering the highest quality DJ services with style, elegance, and knowledge.

Awarded Best of Zola
DJ DAS is one of our very favorite DJS. As a Venue Owner it is very important that the DJ our Booked Couples hire make their guests enjoy the evening. After 50 wedding+ we know that all DJS are not created equal. When we view our Booked Couples Wedding Planner they submit to us a few weeks before the wedding there are 2 places we quickly glance at to determine it is going to be a good event. The first is the caterer and the second is the DJ. If their DJ spot says "DJ DAS" then we know its going to be a good wedding reception. Because when DJ DAS is in the house everyone is happy!
Jeff Mossman, The Mansion, 3 years ago
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Magical Multimedia 

5.0

  • Videographer
  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Ladora, IA for additional fees

Hi I'm Andrew! I first started filming weddings when my sister got married in 2017. I quickly fell in love with the entire process and getting to know all the couples and their guests. Maybe I'm just a hopeless romantic haha (My guilty pleasure is Hallmark movies, once I walk in the room with it on I have to see how it ends!).

Awarded Best of Zola
We had Magical Multimedia be our videographer for our wedding and my husband and I could not be more impressed! Andrew and his second shooter were very nice and helped make suggestions to create great clips for the film. They captured the key parts of our special day and seamlessly wove it together to create a video that showed the highlights as well as the entirety of our ceremony, first dance, and toasts. Andrew went above and beyond by surprising us with a tablet that was placed in a cover that had our wedding photo on it. Now we can reminisce on our special day any time we want. If you're looking for a videographer, then look no further because this guy is the best!
Noelle L., 3 years ago
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Moira Grace Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Ladora, IA for additional fees

Hello Friends, my name is Moira and I'm a professional portrait and wedding photographer based in Raleigh, North Carolina although I'm available for travel and love meeting new people everywhere! I'm super passionate about what I do and love creating and capturing genuine, candid, and timeless moments. I'm there to capture the joy, laughter, beauty, and raw emotion of your wedding day. I love it when my couples are able to get comfortable enough with me to go with the flow and enjoy themselves.

Awarded Best of Zola
Moira partnered with me for a styled shoot. Her photos were light, whimsical and the turn around was fairly quick!
Simply Cakes, 5 years ago
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Stef Mishica Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Ladora, IA for additional fees

Wedding and Portrait Photographer based in the Twin Cities, MN. Always down to travel. ↠ Ravenclaw ↠ Bibliophile ↠ INTJ ↠ Loud Laugher ↠ DogMama ↠ Nerd ↠ Crafter My favorite thing about what I do is human connection. Whether that’s me photographing the connection that you have with each other, or me making new connections with each one of my clients. I love it all and am elated when my cup runneth over.

Awarded Best of Zola
You'll be in good hands with Stef! She was fun and easygoing that made the entire photography process smooth! She also helped gather and direct our wedding party and guests for all the important photos. The final photos had great quality and perfectly captured the theme and feel of our wedding. We couldn't be happier with the work Stef did for our wedding!
Emily K., 9 months ago
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Bringer of Light Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,600
  • Serves Ladora, IA for additional fees
  • Offer

My name is Luca, and I’m the artist behind Bringer of Light Photography. A solo-run, heart-driven, editorial-meets-documentary brand for the tender-hearted, brave, and the deeply human. My work is built on the idea that photographs are not just decorations, but inheritances. I’ll meet you where you are. awkward, giddy, tearful, reverent, undone - and we’ll co-create something honest. This is not a factory. It’s me, showing up with my full heart to create something that feels true to you. If you want your story told with integrity, emotion, and reverence - You're in the right place.

I was beyond thrilled with the stunning work Luca did for our engagement proposal on the beach. From the very first moment, she displayed impeccable professionalism, punctuality, and a true understanding of what we wanted. She captured every beautiful detail of the proposal with such grace, ensuring that the surprise element remained perfect, while still being incredibly candid and intimate. Her editing is flawless, and the final photos are nothing short of magical. Each shot perfectly encapsulated the emotions of the moment, and we couldn’t be more grateful for how beautifully she documented this milestone in our lives. We were amazed at how seamlessly she knew exactly where to be, what to capture, and how to create the perfect atmosphere. Thank you, Luca , for making our engagement unforgettable. You truly have an eye for creating timeless memories!
Nick R., 2 months ago
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Kira Trinh Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Ladora, IA for additional fees

At Kira Trinh Photography, I capture your love in its most authentic form. Specializing in candid photography, I focus on real moments that reflect the true emotions of your day. My approach combines letting genuine interactions unfold naturally while subtly guiding you into beautiful compositions. With a passion for creativity and connection, I offer more than just photography—I provide emotional support and a seamless experience from start to finish. My goal is to deliver timeless images you’ll cherish, ensuring you feel seen, valued, and completely at ease throughout your journey with me.

Awarded Best of Zola
I had an amazing experience with Kira Trinh Photography! Working with Kira felt effortless. She was very professional yet kept the atmosphere fun and light throughout the session. We started the session by listening to music while sharing ideas. I was truly impressed with her preparation. Kira came with creative poses and concepts, yet she was always receptive to my vision. She helped bring all my visions to reality, I couldn't ask for better! The results were stunning! Kira made me feel comfortable and confident during the photoshoot, which really showed in the results. I can tell she paid attention to each little detail. She perfectly captured my natural beauty, creating photos that feel authentic and unedited. I highly recommend Kira Trinh Photography for any occasion. She has already done my graduation photos along with various shoots, and I haven't been disappointed once. I'm already thinking of what we can do for our next shoot. I can't wait for our next session! Thank you for the amazing memories!
Kirsten, 9 months ago
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Shaded Spruce Events 

5.0

  • Planner
  • Offers 6 services
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Ladora, IA for additional fees
  • Offer

Shaded Spruce Events is an award winning wedding and event planning firm in Minnesota. We're a woman owned company dedicated to planning and executing stunning events. Planning a wedding is an adventure and we strive to be your travel partner along the way. ​

Working with Shaded Spruce Events was an absolute joy! As a younger bride, I was initially unsure about hiring a wedding planner, but I’m so glad I did. Their expertise was vital in ensuring our day went off without a hitch. From managing the timeline to handling setup and offering emotional support through unexpected weather changes, Shaded Spruce Events helped us create the perfect brunch wedding. My husband and I also took advantage of their rental services and signage design/printing, which saved us so much time and effort. It truly took a huge weight off our shoulders. If you’re planning a wedding with unique elements, I highly recommend Shaded Spruce Events. Their professionalism and attention to detail allow you to enjoy your day stress-free!
Maria T., 9 months ago
Ryan Shephard 

5.0

  • Solo performer
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Ladora, IA for additional fees
  • Offer

50+ 5-star reviews across major event platforms, and brand new to Zola! My name is Ryan Shephard, and I'm an artist from Cincinnati, OH, (Now located in Chicago, IL) with a large repertoire of experience ranging in a wide variety of musical genres and endeavors including working with and sharing the stage with bands and artists like Sublime with Rome, Richie Ramone of The Ramones, and Chance McCoy of Old Crow Medicine Show. I've played 600+ events that include over a hundred weddings, performances for Fortune 500 companies, high-profile politicians, and more! Quality is my expertise! Let me give you a night to remember.

Awarded Best of Zola
From the moment we booked Ryan Shephard for our wedding, he was incredibly responsive, quick to answer any questions, and made the entire process easy. On the day of the wedding, Ryan was exactly what we had hoped for - he seamlessly executed our special requests beforehand and took requests from our guests all night long. My husband and I had a very specific vision in mind for the music, and Ryan brought it to life perfectly. My guests raved about him. I cannot recommend Ryan Shephard enough - he was truly amazing and played a big part in making our wedding day so special.
Marty and M., 7 months ago
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Maddie Shea Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Ladora, IA for additional fees

Hi beautiful people, I'm Maddie! Based out of North MS I DO TRAVEL! I would love to work with you. I am so passionate about creating images that express each and every raw emotion between you. I am living my dream job. I am 26 years old, I have a wonderful husband ,and 2 beautiful children. I love all things animal & traveling. Please reach out if you have any questions. I look forward to hearing from you and working with you.

Maddie is one of the most incredible people I've had the pleasure of meeting in my life. I found Maddie on either Zola or the Knot and reached out to her, and that was the best decision I could have made. From the second I reached out with her, through the end of my wedding reception, Maddie was friendly, professional, kind, hilarious, so helpful and just the best person to meet and work with. Maddie went above and beyond in every way possible and I will never be able to thank her enough for her work. My husband and I are THRILLED with our photos and our entire experience with her. Maddie is a genuine, kind person and you can tell how much she loves and enjoys her work. She got the best candid shots, and was SO creative in her work and style. I know that I will use Maddie any time I need any professional pictures for the rest of my life. I would recommend Maddie to anyone and everyone I know. I promise you will not find a better photographer or person than Maddie!
Carsyn B., 2 months ago
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Parker Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Ladora, IA for additional fees

I believe you can't stand behind your business unless you can say you fully understand it – and 24 years of marriage is proof that I KNOW LOVE. I set out to capture the essence of love when I started Parker Photography in 2018. I have been married to my best friend for the last 24 years, and people who meet us swear we are newlyweds. We still act like lovestruck teenagers with each other, that same feeling we get from every newly engaged couple that we meet. We know where our couples are coming from and what they hope to capture in their engagement sessions and on their wedding day, and we make it effortless for them to achieve their goals.

Awarded Best of Zola
Deb and her team were great to work with, east and fun! Just what we would hope for on our big day! The photos turned out beautiful. We liked how she listened to our ideas and cared about what we liked.
Carly G., 4 years ago
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Nichole Babiez Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Ladora, IA for additional fees

I am a midwesterner, born and raised in the burbs north of Chicago who strives to capture moments that are gone in a second, impossible to reproduce, but with the help of an artist touch, can last a lifetime. I'm here to connect with you, listen to you, create with you, and provide a stress-free, comfortable atmosphere from start to finish. 3 things about myself, I have 3 dogs (yes, its crazy LOL), I am in loveee with Target, and coffee and mango froyo are my love languages.

Nichole is the best choice you can make for photography for your wedding day! She has a special ability to make all of her couples feel amazing. We love how our gallery came out and she did an amazing job getting pictures without them feeling forced or awkward. We had so much fun having her capture our day. Throughout the planning process, she was always available for a phone call and responsive via email to our questions. Thank you Nichole for everything, you are the best!
Meghan F., 9 months ago
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Jay Dee Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $4,800
  • Serves Ladora, IA for additional fees

A Charleston Wedding Photographer with a fierce love for storytelling, fostering memories and capturing those moments that you will want to treasure forever. I get to tell your story. And, I think that’s pretty cool. I love traveling everywhere and anywhere, talking with my hands, buying plants (and attempting to keep them alive), and spending as much time as I can with my loved ones. I have lived in Boston, Paris, and New York City, and am now lucky enough to call Charleston home, while also still traveling the world for my clients. You can usually find me on my back porch in downtown Charleston, right next to my favorite little park.

tldr: Jessica is amazing and I don’t think you can go wrong with her if this is the style of photos you like I had a lot of difficulty picking a photographer as I’m pretty picky with photos. I knew I wanted something bright and light, with kind of a whimsical or ethereal vibe, but it was really hard finding the style until I came across the “fine art” style. Jessica’s name came up while researching this style and I decided to reach out to her among a few other fine art photographers. I definitely hoped talks would go well with Jessica as the others I contacted ended up either not responding or were wildly out of my budget. Pre-Planning: Jessica was wonderful throughout this process. She promptly responded to my emails and answered questions clearly. I never felt like I was left in the dark for any part of the process. When I sent her the timeline of the ceremony/reception, she quickly came up with a timeline to slot in all the photos to be taken ahead of time at the location (We had access to the venue for a little over an hour prior to the ceremony). She also asked for a list of family photos that we wanted to take. This made it very easy at the wedding as she could call out people’s name to make sure everyone that was supposed to be in the pictures, were in the pictures. Jessica also sent over a list of ideas for detail shots and explained she could do this ahead of time. We didn’t want extra pictures of these and decided against it, however, I still thought it was very thoughtful of her to offer. Wedding Day: I loved her energy at the wedding. She was very calm and felt very competent. She directed my husband and I throughout the pictures, showing us poses etc. During family and wedding party photos, even though we had many bodies to fit in the frame in quite a few pictures, she led us through them with ease and the entire experience was very stress free (or as stress free as can be at a wedding lol). The venue was quite dim at specific locations, but the final results did not reflect that at all. The pictures were bright and did not look like they were taken in the dark at all. (This is a little off topic but I loved the little apron with pockets she wore for her equipment. So cute) I’m not sure when Jessica had the time, but there were pictures around the venue which were so beautiful. I definitely feel like the day was captured through the pictures. Post Wedding: Jessica sent us a sneak peak 2 days after the wedding containing 23 pictures. They turned out great and were beautiful. You can see examples on her website so I won’t elaborate, but they really are that good. The full gallery was sent almost a month after the wedding (minus 2 days) with instructions on purchasing prints or an album attached. The full download contained 650ish files, including the sneak peek pictures. Half of which were black and white, so this matched up pretty perfectly with Jessica’s estimation of the amount of photos when we spoke in the pre-planning stage.
Aster L., 8 months ago
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DJ Dave Wolfrum || Lonumn Events 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,895
  • Serves Ladora, IA for additional fees

Impeccable planning, high energy and relationship focused attention. That is the core of our work at Lonumn Events. Your wedding day is so important to me, and I take the one chance we have to create the memories you will remember for the rest of your life! From elegant ceremonies to popping dance floors...rely on our experience to help craft your day and execute your vision for your wedding.

We had an amazing experience with our wedding DJ from Lonumn! Their communication throughout the planning process was quick, responsive, and polite - they made sure we were on the same page about the vibe we wanted for our reception. The day-of, they absolutely crushed it by reading the room and adapting the song choices and energy based on how our guests were responding. The music, emceeing, and photobooth they provided were high quality and kept everyone dancing all night long. We got so many compliments from our families about how fun, engaging, and talented they were. I would highly recommend Lonumn - they were integral to making our wedding a blast for us and our loved ones!
Hannah H., a year ago
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Amber Otter Media 

5.0

  • Videographer
  • Cinematic style
  • Starts at $1,600
  • Serves Ladora, IA for additional fees

Our goal at Amber Otter Media is to make sure your most precious and cherished memories don't last just a moment but a lifetime. We do everything in our power to make sure your special day is one of the best days of your life.

Awarded Best of Zola
I’ve worked with Amber Otter Media several times. Very easy to get along with and the quality of work is always on point. Highly recommended!
Jake Isabell, 2 years ago
Something Blu Wedding Band 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Serves Ladora, IA for additional fees

It's the biggest day of your life, make sure its the best with Something Blu. From the Reception, to the Cocktail Hour, to the Ceremony, Something Blu will give you and your guests unique and magical memories that you will cherish for years to come.

Awarded Best of Zola
We had an amazing experience with the Something Blu Wedding Band! They were super easy to communicate with throughout the planning process and came very organized and prepared on our wedding day. They brought such incredible energy from the moment they started playing during the cocktail hour all the way through the end of the reception. The Something Blu band absolutely exceeded our expectations and kept all of our guests dancing and having a blast the entire night! I would highly, highly recommend this band if you want to have a fun and memorable time at your wedding or event. Their song selection appeals to all ages and they really know how to read the vibe of the crowd. We received so many compliments from our guests on how awesome the band was. If you're looking for musicians that are total professionals and know how to throw an epic dance party, look no further than the Something Blu band!
Josie M., a year ago
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JoshuaHenshawPhotography 

4.5

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Ladora, IA for additional fees

Hi I'm Josh! Wedding Photographer, based out of Nebraska. Creating smiles and moments that last a lifetime. As a creative advocate, I truly have a special vision for what I'm creating with my photography. I am very passionate about making others feel better about themselves through this lens. When I am not creating, I enjoy spending time with my beautiful wife.

We absolutely loved Josh!! We brought so much fun to our wedding day. Our guests had a blast with him out on the dance floor. Capturing the moments is one of the biggest parts of a wedding day. Josh did just that and so much more. The pictures are everything I could have imagined.
Ali B., 2 months ago
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Alysha Rose Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Ladora, IA for additional fees

Hey friends! I’m Alysha, the one behind the camera. The first thing you should know about me is I’m a Christian and I love Jesus! I have professionally done photography for seven years now and I’m so glad to call it my job! I love finding things in a whole new way and finding the beauty in everything. I love capturing all the special moments in peoples lives. I truly think it’s so special when you invite me into something so big and special in your lives that we can forever capture in time for you. Some fun facts about me: North shore is my favorite, I love traveling, waterfall hunting, and spending time with family and friends.

Awarded Best of Zola
She is so sweet and considerate. She is super prompt on responding and always in a joyful spirit. She is so hard working and so incredibly nice. She was a joy to work with! She is so talented! We love working with her. We will recommend her again and again!!
Kelsey, 4 years ago

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