The Best Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in Madison, WI

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174 Wedding Photographers in Madison, WI

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KMauck Photography LLC 
Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,700
  • Serves Madison, WI

Hi, I’m Kelsey! I am a wedding photographer! I am obsessed with dogs. I will never not acknowledge a dog near me by saying “puppers”. It is what it is. I would 100% rather be on the beach somewhere with palm trees. I am constantly daydreaming about being in the tropics. I love the color black. If we work together, there is a high chance that will be my outfit color of choice.

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Kelsey is amazing!!! We got married in January and did photos outside. Everyone was freezing and Kelsey made the experience fun, and didn’t complain about the cold once! She was so easy to work with and got along with our wedding party so well. Everyone loved her! Our photos are absolutely stunning and I am still obsessing over them a year later! I highly recommend Kelsey for all of your big life events that you want beautifully captured!
Jacob & E., 2 years ago
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Eivan's Photo & Video 
Rating: 4.9 (324 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,149
  • Serves Madison, WI

We offer a personalized experience backed up by more than 33+ years in business delivering high quality, creative photography and video on time and within your wedding budget. We are experts in photojournalism, offering couples an unmatched level of value for their wedding photography and video services.

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From the moment we booked Eivan's Photo & Video for our wedding day, their communication was fast, fluent, and always timely. The quality of their work was truly beautiful, magical, and classy - they captured every special moment in a way that felt truly unique and special to us. The photographer was so sweet and attentive, always there to answer any questions we had and make sure we felt comfortable throughout the day. We are thrilled with the stunning photos that will allow us to relive our wedding day for years to come. Eivan's Photo & Video was an invaluable part of making our special day perfect.
Breleigh G., a year ago
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Nova Photos 
Rating: 5.0 (61 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $895
  • Serves Madison, WI

Nova Photos is a wedding photography, videography, and photo booth studio in Chicago, IL. We're a multicultural, multilingual, LGBTQ-friendly, photographer/employee-owned studio dedicated to documenting the most memorable moments of your wedding day! Collectively, we have captured over 10,000 weddings. At Nova Photos, we work with our clients every step of the way. The team provides comprehensive support with planning locations, setting up permits, and creating a timeline that works for them and their other vendors. Every couple deserves more than just memories; they deserve a timeless keepsake that captures the essence of their love story!

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We had the best experience with Maks and Hanan for our photo and video! From the moment we started, they created such a comfortable, fun, and relaxed environment that made everything feel so natural. They were incredibly professional, organized, and truly passionate about what they do. They captured every moment beautifully and made the whole process enjoyable from start to finish. You can tell they genuinely care about their clients and the memories they’re creating. Highly recommend Maks and Hanan if you’re looking for an amazing photo and video team — absolutely worth every penny!
Claudia J., a month ago
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Ben And Katya Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (5 reviews)
Madison, WI
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,800

We are Ben and Katya, a husband and wife Wedding and Elopement duo based in Southern Wisconsin. We capture love stories, big and small, all over the midwest, and wherever our cameras take us. Our style is more candid/photo journalistic, so we strive to capture your natural emotions of the day. We want the laughter, the tears, the hugs, we want it all. And don’t worry if you consider your self awkward, we promise you aren’t, we’ve got you!

Phenomenal photographers and people. We were lucky enough to work with them for both our engagement shoot and our wedding. The pictures they captured of the candid moments were so perfect it brought me to tears. I’m so unbelievably happy that our day was captured so perfectly that I’ll be able to remember all the special moments for our lifetime and beyond. They work so perfectly together and they both were so naturally encouraging and shared our joy with us.
Savanah G., 9 months ago
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Mariah Jones Photo 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
Madison, WI
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $8,000

Mariah Jones specializes in modern, documentary wedding photography, blending timeless elegance with an editorial eye to capture authentic moments on digital and film. Based in Madison, Wisconsin, and serving couples in Milwaukee, Chicago, and available worldwide.

There are not enough words to recommend Mariah as highly as she deserves. She hit the perfect mix of direction and fly-on-the-wall. She immediately felt like an old friend and fit in just perfectly. She is laid back but extremely present, not afraid to make posing tweaks when needed while also incredible at capturing those raw emotion moments. Mariah also hits that perfect balance between true color and dreamy in her photos, and if you get married somewhere with a gorgeous landscape, she makes sure both you and your background look perfect. I love her. She's the best. Would hire her 20x over.
Anna M., 2 years ago
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cJefko Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
Madison, WI
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,900

I'm a midwest wedding photographer specializing in wedding photojournalism. I believe a wedding day is a celebration, not a photoshoot. Come as you are and know you don't need to pose and perform for the camera. The real stuff is the good stuff.

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We cannot say enough great things about having Caitlin as our wedding photographer! From our first meeting to engagement shoot and right up to the big day she was so easy to work with. She was always quick to respond to emails and questions. Even through all the COVID craziness, she was flexible with every change that came our way and was willing to adjust timing, schedule, location, etc. My husband and I were nervous in front of the camera at first, but she made us laugh, kept us talking, and encouraged us to be our natural selves. On the wedding day, she did not stop working for a second! She had talked and planned with us beforehand, so made sure to get all the specific photos she knew we wanted. We love how all our pictures turned out- she captured the emotions of our day perfectly!
Emily, 5 years ago
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Erika Diaz Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
Madison, WI
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000

My own love story makes my heart skip a beat, and that’s my inspiration for capturing yours. For me, photography started as a fun, creative outlet—but it quickly became a way to bottle up the most meaningful moments in life. I love freezing those moments in time that make us want to hit “rewind” or at least “pause” for a little while. The moments that make my heart skip a beat.

As a wedding vendor, I've had the pleasure of working with Erika many times on creative projects and wedding days and have never had anything but the kindest words for my time with her! She's attentive and warm with every person she meets. She captures intimate moments others miss and allows freedom in the day for authentic memories to happen naturally. You'll feel fully supported leading up to the day with check-ins, timeline creation and easing nerves to make the day run smoothly. Highly recommended to all my couples!
Heather Vale, a year ago
Jenna LeRoy Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
Madison, WI
  • Photojournalistic style

*unable to respond on zola, please reach out via my website: jenna leroy . com thanks!* Hi, I'm Jenna - I'm a Madison wedding photographer capturing candid, intentional and artistic images on digital and film for celebrations in Wisconsin. When I'm not photographing weddings, I enjoy hot yoga, paddleboarding, eating pasta and hanging out with my dog at the park.

Jenna is AMAZING! She was so easy to work with, and highly professional. My husband and I were drawn to the authenticity of her work, and we are so in love with our engagement and wedding photos! Jenna captured the genuine emotion of our wedding day, without any of the "cheesiness" that can be typical of wedding photos. On our wedding day, Jenna and her second shooter, Cody, were present to capture all our special moments, but it never felt crowded or overwhelming. We're also really glad that we went with the option to have a second shooter. We would highly
Meredith A., 3 years ago
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VIDART 
Rating: 5.0 (60 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves Madison, WI

VIDART's chief photographer studied at Columbia for film and U of I for foreign languages and philosophy, and went to Loyola for graduate studies. He worked at Lyric Opera of Chicago filming operas before joining VIDART. He is the author of the college textbook Cinematography 101, and has worked with John de Lancie (Q in Star Trek: TNG) on the science documentary The Reality of Time. Michael has also worked on the sets of over a dozen other feature films. He has handled the photography and videography for several thousand weddings and events, including work for clients such as Microsoft, Amazon, Macy’s, Sysco and more.

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We hired VIDART for our wedding in Palatine, and honestly the photos turned out way better then I expected. The ceremony ran late and we lost some daylight, but he was super quick with lighting adjustments and somehow made everything feel warm and moody. My only regret is not booking an extra hour because the dance floor shots are incredible and I wish we had more. Highly recomended.
Sarah W., 6 months ago
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Forever Frozen Photography 
Rating: 4.8 (10 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,200
  • Serves Madison, WI

Hello! My name is Brook! I am the owner and lead photographer of Forever Frozen Photography. Thank you for checking out my page! Let's jump right in! I have an amazing 4 year old son and my husband and I are newly married as of November 2022! I've been a professional photographer for about 8 years now enjoying every minute of it! My true passion when getting behind the lens is wedding photography. I pride myself in noticing the little details of special moments that happen during your wedding day, things that in maybe 30 years from now you may not remember of the day.

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Brook at Forever Frozen Photography was absolutely amazing. We really wanted to make sure our day was captured to the fullest, and Forever Frozen Photography worked hard to ensure they didn't miss a single moment. From our engagement photos to the big day, Brook's keen eye ensured every special moment was beautifully documented. As two of the most awkward people in front of a camera, Brook made us feel relaxed and natural, allowing us to truly focus on our wedding day rather than worrying about the photography. We are thrilled with the results and are so grateful to Forever Frozen Photography for their incredible service.
Dana Q., 9 months ago
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Makenna Smith Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (6 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves Madison, WI

Hi, I'm Makenna, and I’m a Wedding + Lifestyle Photographer based in the Madison Metropolitan area! I am a midwest gal, born and raised, currently residing in Stoughton, WI. Most days you can find me hanging out with my best friend and husband, Chris, our daughter Scottie, and our dog, Sky. Other than my family and photography, I’m most passionate about music, dance and the arts in general. I’m also interested in clean skin care and beauty, sustainable fashion, supporting small businesses, and meeting/getting to know new people! I would love to get to know you more as a couple, and to photograph your wedding day!

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I can't say enough good things about Makenna Smith Photography! There are so many things to love! We've worked with her three separate times and each time she absolutely exceeds our expectations! She is so incredibly talented. One of the times we worked with her was when she was just beginning her photography business and the finished product was absolutely stunning - we still get compliments today on our photos and I love to tell people that she was just getting started at the time. We love to brag about her! Her attention to detail and organizational skills during the planning process is so much appreciated. She helped answer all planning questions, assisted us with finding vendors and was so great at communicating with us and with our other vendors. Even though she had other clients, I always felt like the top priority. On the day of the wedding, Makenna is so helpful at keeping things going. She leads when she needs to but she's flexible and goes with the flow when things don't go as planned. She always makes it a priority to check in with the couple to see if they are having fun, doing okay, and enjoying the day. She's so selfless and does whatever it takes to make the day amazing for the couple. She goes above and beyond in everything she does - she is so much more than a photographer. Aside from being a great professional, Makenna is a wonderful person and her energy and heart shines through in everything she does. This is her passion. She loves capturing special moments and I'm so thankful she agreed to capture ours!
Erica, 5 years ago
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Grey Spoon Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Madison, WI

Hi there, and welcome to Grey Spoon Photography! I'm Kelsey, a wedding and lifestyle photographer based in Southeastern Wisconsin. From the scenic shores of Lake Geneva to the charming streets of Milwaukee and beyond, I'm here to capture the big milestones and the quiet, heartfelt moments that make life beautiful. When I'm not behind the camera, you'll find me spending time with my husband, spoiling our pups, exploring a new country, trying new recipes, or hunting down the best craft cocktails in town. I can't wait to get to know you and help preserve your most cherished memories.

Grey Spoon Photography is an excellent wedding photographer to work with. Kelsey is punctual, organized, and always on top of things, making the process seamless. Her communication style is welcoming, which puts clients at ease. The quality of her work is simply luxurious, with a clean and timeless aesthetic. Couples looking for a high-quality kindness and images to match will be well-served by Grey Spoon Photography.
Olivia M., 3 months ago
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Misfit of All Trades Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Madison, WI

I’m a wedding and elopement photographer for couples who want their day to feel real, relaxed, and completely their own. Whether you’re saying your vows on a mountaintop, in your backyard, at the courthouse, or surrounded by all your favorite people, I’m there to document it in a way that feels honest and true to you. My approach is documentary-style with gentle guidance when you need it, so you never have to worry about feeling awkward in front of the camera. I focus on the in-between moments, the big emotions, and the little details that make your story yours.

Courtney from Misfit of All Trades Photography was nothing short of amazing. She communicated beautifully and her actions met her words every step of the way. The picture quality was great - the photos turned out amazing and we couldn't have asked for better. Absolutely nothing needed to be touched up after her magic! Highly recommend Misfit of All Trades Photography, you won't be disappointed!
Cassidy, 3 months ago
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George Street Photo and Video 
Rating: 4.9 (268 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,295
  • Serves Madison, WI
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George Street Photo and Video has one story to tell: Yours. With over twenty years of experience, our award-winning team has been lucky to capture thousands of weddings for our couples across the United States. Specializing in both wedding photography and videography, we offer affordable and customizable packages starting at $1295 that are designed to suit your unique vision and budget. We even offer a fun style test to help us match you with a photographer that aligns with the vibe of your day.

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My wife and I cannot rave enough about George Street Photo & Video! From the beginning until the end (and even after the wedding!), they've gone above and beyond for us! We ended up getting our Portrait Session & Wedding Day Photo and Video through them! The Wedding Coordinators did a great job sending us emails to give us reminders on our timeline (day-of schedule, getting in the books for portrait session, etc.) and getting back to us quickly if we had any questions. We are from Austin, TX but we got married up in Valley View (DFW area, almost near the TX/OK border) and George Street was super willing to make it work! We were able to get our portraits in Austin and get scheduled with a different group in the Dallas area (instead of being limited to only one city)! The photos themselves? Absolutely gorgeous! We loved each of the photographers we worked with! We even got some compliments from our guests and our wedding party about "how nice/fun the photographers are." They were super bubbly, friendly, kind, professional, and SO creative! And we loved each of their editing styles, it was exactly what we wanted! We have so many beautiful pictures that we were excited to show off & commemorate our special day :) We had friends ask us who we got our photos with, because we've received multiple compliments on how good they are! Same with our videographer! Super easy to work with -- and we know that we can't do any re-dos when it comes to wedding videos -- so we consider ourselves blessed that Chris had all of his bases covered to make sure we had all the video and audio :) And the wedding video edit was beautiful, it brought tears to our eyes :') One unique touch: my side of the family had a lot of Deaf friends and family members, and Chris and Sarath (and the other Chris!) did a great job being friendly and accommodating them. They weren't afraid to gesture and use 1-2-3 with their hands - that really meant a lot! If you want great photos and video, great service, great support, all at a great price -- GET GEORGE STREET PHOTO & VIDEO! Thank you Amy, Chris, Sarath, and Chris for making our wedding day the most magical day ever!
Bryan H., 12 days ago
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Once Like a Spark Wedding Co. 
Rating: 4.9 (90 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,845
  • Serves Madison, WI

More than a decade ago, two sisters - knew there had to be a better way to allow talented photographers and videographers to focus on what they do best -- create gorgeous art -- while providing couples with better support in the planning process. Together, they created an all-inclusive, stress-free environment where couples can choose from talented local photographers and videographers and work with a small team of planning experts equipped and eager to make everything a success. With the pressure gone, you can truly enjoy your big day. Relax and rest assured that all the emotional and moments will be documented with unmatched quality.

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The communication throughout the entire process was great and we’d definitely recommend OLAS. We aren’t great at posing ourselves so we loved that our photographer and videographer’s ability to come up with great poses and backgrounds! We loved how all of the photos showed everyone’s genuine emotions of the day so well!
Chandler Y., a year ago
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Portraits By Sean 
Rating: 5.0 (46 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Madison, WI



I present fun, elegant, and exciting Wedding Photography for my clients. My style is photojournalistic; I feel it's the most effective way to tell a story. After all, there is so much happening on a wedding day. Between the ceremony, dancing, and endless extravaganzas, the most memorable moments will naturally occur.  My goal is to capture the emotions and memories of your day through my lens. These recollections are your forever keepsakes, a chapter of your life's story. Every image accounts for those who were by your side, delighted for you, and the next step in your journey. I appreciate you for giving me a few moments of your time.t

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Sean gave us an incredible experience with stunning results. He was punctual, professional, and gave very clear instructions for his shoots. He also was very excited to be a part of the process and involved in our special day. When it came time for the ceremony and reception, he was sure to stay out of the spotlight and took incredible pictures without us having to remember that he was there. 10/10 experience and 10/10 quality on the final photo results. We would highly recommend him for any event you may have coming up!
Cara and K., 4 months ago
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Ledd Lens LLC, Photo and Film 
Rating: 5.0 (43 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,399
  • Serves Madison, WI

The company has done over 400 weddings for the last 5 years, so we use these experiences to provide quality services. We also provide discount for Military/Veterans and teachers. For 2025, we have 140+ weddings booked in 37 different states. We offer both photo and video services. Quicker turnaround time compare to most companies. Our shooting style of is photojournalistic, natural & CINEMATIC. Our editing style is very easygoing & flexible. Our biggest markets are the following: FL, New England area, PA, IL, DMV area, Tri-State area, Southern CA, MI, OH, CO.

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Ledd and team exceeded our expectations in every way. Communication and coordination was fantastic leading up to and during the wedding. The pictures and videos came out better than we could have imagined. Attaching comments from friends/family that also felt the same!
Leah S., 2 years ago
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Ward 3 Media 
Rating: 5.0 (41 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Madison, WI

At Ward 3 Media, we are fueled by inspiration, and we find it in you. Your wedding marks the end of one journey and the beautiful start of another. We want to be there to preserve the memories that will last a lifetime, the little moments that others might miss, and the joy of two families coming together to send you off on your new journey.

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Do not hesitate booking with Ward 3. Brock and Julia were our 2 videographers for our wedding day, and we have nothing but amazing things to say about the two of them. We met with Brock a week or so before our wedding day and he was very thorough, kind, and professional. Julia was my hype girl the minute she stepped in the day of the wedding, just the sweetest soul and made me feel so comfortable. They both made the day seamless. We are so grateful for this team and couldn't imagine this day without them. We are so excited to see the footage, and just know it will be amazing! 3
Emily, 7 months ago
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Devyn Lempke Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (35 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,200
  • Serves Madison, WI

Since 2011, I've been capturing all kinds of love. I work with you to bring your dream vision for your wedding day to life, and to make sure it's captured in a timeless way that you can look back on for decades to come. I work with you to capture photos that are authentic to you and your story, while also ensuring that you are comfortable and having a great time! I don't just want to be your photographer - I also want to be your friend and someone you can trust and connect with during the biggest moments of your life.

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Devyn is absolutely amazing! She is so fun to work with. She effortlessly made me feel instantly comfortable, and she was so encouraging and wonderful throughout our whole shoot. I have a bigger body, so I was a little nervous going in, but I’m in LOVE with my gallery— she really made me feel so beautiful and captured me in a way I didn’t even know was possible. She made me fall more in love with myself, and we had the funnest time together. We then did a very cool moody lights session together which I loved! She’s so great at communication, too! Any time I get to work with her, I know it’s going to be a great experience with beautiful results. I’ve been a fan of her work for a long time, and I highly recommend her for any of your photo needs!
Kyla, a year ago
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Heather Christine Photo + Film 
Rating: 5.0 (35 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Madison, WI

Hiii! I'm Heather Schoolcraft - owner & CEO! I'm a small town gal from WV who LOVES traveling and pops of color. I've designed my entire company around creating authentic + magical love stories. On your wedding day, our goal is to make you feel comfortable in front of the camera, and to focus on the raw + real moments on your day. Don't settle for less because you have to; let ME help you get the photos + video that you've always dreamed of.

Awarded Best of Zola
Heather is not only an amazing photographer, but an amazing person as well. She is thorough, kind and so professional. Her energy brings such a calmness to your wedding day and she’s always willing to give her expertise. I can’t recommend Heather enough! My wife and I are obsessed with our wedding pictures.
Olivia, 2 years ago