The Best Wedding Photographers in Sturgis, SD

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223 Wedding Photographers in Sturgis, SD

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Beneath the Spruce 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Sturgis, SD

I’m a Rapid City and Black Hills wedding photographer with 10 years of experience creating natural, heartfelt images for couples who want their day documented with honesty and ease. I’m drawn to soft light, real connection, and the quiet in-between moments that make your story yours. Whether you’re celebrating in the pines, the prairies, or downtown, my goal is to preserve your day in a way that feels genuine and timeless.

Charity at Beneath the Spruce was a dream to work with. Her communication style was timely, upbeat and responsive, and the quality of her work was excellent - high quality, with great attention to detail, bright and knowledgeable. She helped us with a plethora of poses and made sure everyone got the photos they needed in an organized manner. Beyond capturing the posed shots, she also documented timeless candid moments between my husband and I that we will cherish for a lifetime. Her work speaks for itself, but it's also her professionalism and attention to detail that make her stand out above everyone else.
Grace B., 8 months ago
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Michaela Made Photo Co. 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,550
  • Serves Sturgis, SD

I’m Michaela—Black Hills–based photographer, lover of warm light, honest moments, and the magic that happens when two people choose each other. I photograph weddings and elopements with a blend of film and digital to create images that feel nostalgic and true to your story. If you’re dreaming of relaxed, meaningful photos that feel like you, we might be the perfect fit.

Michaela takes great care with each client. She makes sure to understand you as a couple & makes sure she puts her magic touch on it all. She is so easy to work with and is so much fun, I hate being in front of the camera and I never felt awkward. She is timely, professional, and so much fun to be around. She knows all the best secret photo oasis spots & we will always recommend her.
Jess & T., 4 years ago
Katie Ashe Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,700
  • Serves Sturgis, SD

I am a wedding and elopement photographer based in South Dakota. I am a bit of a nomad at heart and travel a lot for both fun and my business. I love crafting timeless moments in some of the most beautiful places. Some of my favorite places are in the Pacific Northwest, Lake Tahoe, and the Rocky Mountains. My goal is to craft timeless moments through intentional imagery. My style is a blend between documentary and editorial, curated to your day.

Katie Ashe made it easy to communicate prior to the wedding and on our wedding day! Katie's work was above and beyond my dreams for our pictures. I shared poses I wanted to incorporate on our wedding day and Katie made sure every one of them was done. Plus the pictures turned out stunning! If you hire Katie Ashe as your photographer you will be making a great decision!
Deborah C., a year ago
Katie Mary Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Sturgis, SD

I’m a natural light photographer based out of Rapid City, South Dakota. I specialize in wedding & family photographer that truly tries to capture the raw, candid, and intimate moments. I gravitate towards the moments that make your soul ache with complete happiness. My life changed once I birthed my first born baby boy. I picked up a camera & was drawn to photographing every day moments that I didn't want my mind, or my heart to ever forget. It wasn’t long before I got other families behind my lens & strive to capture the same emotional connection that drew me to this artistic craft in the first place.

Katie is a very responsive and friendly photographer. She takes the most amazing pictures and made us feel comfortable the whole time during our sessions.
Mikayla M., 2 years ago
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Lavender Bouquet Photography 
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,450
  • Serves Sturgis, SD
  • Offer

We’ve been capturing wedding stories for over 15 years & photographed hundreds of unique weddings and elopements across multiple states through the years, & even some internationally, along with countless portrait sessions, each one a privilege to be part of. To us, your wedding day isn’t just an “another wedding” — it’s a start of a new chapter! We focus on creating images that blend timeless style with those real, in-the-moment shots that you’ll look back on for years to come. We love giving our couples direction to create images that accentuate them in the best possible way. We'd love to hear about your wedding day plans—please reach out!

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Ledd Lens LLC, Photo and Film 
Rating: 5.0 (43 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,399
  • Serves Sturgis, SD

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. We have serviced 42 states so far. 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 Lens LLC was a fantastic choice for our wedding photography. From our first meeting, Ledd was clear, consistent, and approachable in his communication. He took time to understand our vision and preferences. On the big day, Ledd and his team were engaging and patient, skillfully capturing all of the special moments while keeping things light and fun. The end result is a beautiful, detailed, and creative set of photos that we will treasure forever. Ledd delivered excellent quality and value. We highly recommend Ledd Lens LLC for wedding photography - they truly contributed to making our day special!
Jia Y., 2 years ago
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Anchor Studios Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (42 reviews)
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Sturgis, SD

I’m Edgar, an HTX-raised native with Salvadorian roots. I am the owner, creative director, and lead photographer at Anchor Studios Photography. I'm a wedding and elopement photographer based out of Pittsburgh, PA! However, the stories I capture don't start and end there. I love to travel to capture stories all around the world.

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Anchor Studios Photography communicated in-depth about what to expect for the engagement photo process, was quick to respond, and personable. The quality of their work was truly impressive. The photos were sharp, true to life, and had a clean, polished look. We got our engagement photos back in about 5 weeks. Anchor Studios fully met our expectations at every turn and we would highly recommend them to any couple looking for an exceptional wedding photography experience.
Lindsey, a year ago
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The Golden Hour Co. 
Rating: 5.0 (36 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,995
  • Serves Sturgis, SD
  • Offer

At The Golden Hour Co., we specialize in wedding photography that embraces the warmth and romance of life's most cherished moments. Our approach is rooted in authenticity, ensuring that every laugh, tear, and tender glance is preserved with genuine emotion. We believe in creating a relaxed environment where you can be yourselves, allowing us to document your day as it naturally unfolds.

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Our wedding felt like it went by in five minutes, I swear. I was worried I’d forget so much, but the photos and video bring it all back every time I look at them. They captured moments I didn’t even notice were happening. My husband laughing with his friends, my mom tearing up, the flower girl dancing like crazy. The pictures are gorgeous but what really got me was the video. The way they pieced it together with the music was just unreal. It felt like watching a movie but it was OUR movie. I couldn’t believe how natural we all looked, nothing staged or fake. Even the shots of us walking around outside look like something from a magazine. This is honestly the best gift we’ll ever have from our wedding.
Amanda P., 10 months ago
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Heather Christine Photo + Film 
Rating: 5.0 (35 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Sturgis, SD

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.

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Heather Christine Photo Film was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding day. From our very first interaction, their communication was thorough, clear, and kind - they made us feel at ease throughout the entire process. On the day of our wedding, they were efficient, organized, and ensured that everything ran smoothly. They even left a sweet audio message on our guest book, which was such a thoughtful and personal touch. Their work was truly worth every penny, and we are thrilled with the beautiful photos and video that captured all the special moments of our big day. We highly recommend Heather Christine Photo Film to any couple planning their wedding!
Emily M., 9 months ago
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Love Knot Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (27 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Sturgis, SD

Hi, I’m Isaac. In my world, light is everything. The cool ambient hues at dawn, hinting at what the day may bring. Golden sun rays catching particles through a tree as friends gathers to celebrate. A Cotton candy sunset peppered by patio string-lights as a DJ plays my favorite song. We all have timeless memories logged in our minds. For me, they are based in a language of light. As a wedding photographer, this deep connection to special lighting helps me produce dynamic visual stories of romance, personality and beauty.

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We loved Isaac and his wife, Jing, who photographed our wedding earlier this month. Isaac was super calm and collected and on top of everything. His photography style was perfect for us. He already delivered about half of our retouched photos a week after the wedding which was insane and I love every single one. He was flexible with the 5 flower girls we had in and out of pictures and the multiple areas on our venue property. Overall an amazing experience and I recommend his work to anyone and everyone looking. He was very considerate when I first reached out about his work and wanted to use him and was very mindful of his travel fees to fit in our budget.
Madison R., 2 years ago
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MSMP MEDIA LLC 
Rating: 4.8 (24 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,400
  • Serves Sturgis, SD

Hi there! We’re Robert and Marisa Carter. Founders and owners of MSMP Media. A photo and Video Wedding company. With over 10+ years experience in the wedding industry we are as familiar as it get's with all things wedding 💜 We service select states, capturing our couples genuine joy, love and happiness across the nation and we love every minute of it! Our goal is to leave you with photos and/or videos that will bring back the feeling & emotions. Take a look at our gallery or visit our webpage portfolio under recent work. Don't be shy to connect, we love creating a fun filled experience, all are welcome!

Awarded Best of Zola
Marisa and Robert did an incredible job at photographing our wedding day. They have an eye for natural, candid photos and were able to capture emotion and happiness in every photo. They are a wonderful team and made us feel so comfortable throughout every step of the day. We received our stunning wedding gallery so quickly and we were just blown away by the photos. Can’t recommend MSMP Media enough!
Mollie, 2 years ago
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Oury Memories 
Rating: 4.8 (23 reviews)
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves Sturgis, SD

I have been a photographer for 8 years. Throughout my time as a photographer I’ve captured clothing, models, and memories. I shifted from corporate shootings to families and weddings because it gave me this warm fuzzy feeling when I edited my couples and families photos. Don’t be afraid to reach out to me and ask about my photography style, my editing style, or my favorite restaurant! I highly recommend scheduling a free consulting session!

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Oury Memories provided fantastic wedding photography for our special day. Grace was extremely responsive and dedicated throughout the planning process, taking time to understand our vision and priorities for capturing the event. On the wedding day itself, Grace and her team went above and beyond to get creative shots, even climbing on chairs and furniture 7 months pregnant! We're so grateful we chose Oury Memories to document memories we'll treasure forever.
Courtney H., 2 years ago
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Ashley Cynthia Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (23 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $5,500
  • Serves Sturgis, SD

* 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!

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Ashely and her team were awesome to work with! I only worked with them during the ceremony for V M wedding on June 14, 2025. Her team was kind and very respectful when plugging into my equipment to record audio for the client's ceremony video. Ashley's charisma and charm definitely helped her to maneuver and make all of the couples family move efficiently from what my team and I were able to see when breaking down!
Eddie M., a year ago
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Stewart+Barnes Photo Co. 
Rating: 5.0 (22 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Sturgis, SD

If your idea of a perfect elopement or micro-wedding involves a wild location, a quirky Airbnb, or just tossing tradition out the window—hi, hello, I might be the photographer for you. My company is Southeast based, but absolutely not glued here. I’ve photographed love stories all over the U.S.—NYC, Denver, Vegas, NOLA, Savannah, etc.

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Jennifer was an amazing photographer. She met all of my wants and was with me throughout the whole process of what I wanted. I can’t stress how much you would want her as your photographer. The one thing that caught my eye was her editing skills and the pictures she was able to capture. She will not only be a photographer for our wedding but any other special events that we will have in our new marriage. She is absolutely amazing and I was so happy to have her on our special day.
McKenzie W., 2 years ago
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Amative Creative | Virginia, Georgia, Colorado, & Destination Wedding Photographer & Videographer 
Rating: 4.9 (19 reviews)
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $4,600
  • Serves Sturgis, SD
  • Offer

Hello there! I'm Andrea, owner of Amative Creative, and every weekend we're so blessed to be able to tell the love stories of so many amazing couples. Like many others in this industry might say, we simply adore weddings. But what makes us a little different is our entire brand is centered around telling love stories specifically curated to reflect your vision and aesthetic. "Amative" means to be prone to love, so as you can see, we want nothing more than to tell your love story! But what makes us truly unique is that we understand every love story looks different. And we personalize every aspect of how we document your wedding day!

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We had a great experience with Amative Creative for our wedding! One thing that really made them stand out was that they offer so many different editing styles to choose from, so we were able to pick exactly the look we wanted. They also got our photos back to us super quickly—about a week after the wedding—which was such a nice surprise. The photos turned out beautiful and they captured all the big moments and some great candid shots. I especially love how cool the dance floor shots turned out. We received tons of compliments on the pictures! Highly recommend!
Lily A., a year ago
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Angela Mallett Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (14 reviews)
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Sturgis, SD

Angela is a Destination wedding photographer capturing timeless memories for over 10 years. She loves providing couples with candid images that they can look back on for a lifetime. Her passion is to connect and tell couples’ love stories through the beauty and emotion of the moments captured.

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From the moment we spoke with Angela, we knew we wanted her to be our photographer. She is incredibly friendly and responsive! We recently had our engagement shoot in NYC and she exceeded our expectations. Our pictures came out better than we could’ve imagined and she was such a joy to work with. Talking to her felt like talking to an old friend. We are so happy we found Angela and CANNOT wait for next year when she captures our wedding day! I’d hire her for any and all photo shoots if I could!
Melanie R., 8 months ago
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Mae Krell Photo 
Rating: 5.0 (14 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $10,000
  • Serves Sturgis, SD

Hi! My name is Mae, and I live in Brooklyn with my girlfriend, our two dogs Apollo and Bia, her cat Gigi and my lizard, Basil! I’ve always been passionate about capturing moments as authentically and magically as possible, and as i’ve settled more into this career path, I love that i’ve landed in a place where I have the privilege to capture and preserve people’s love stories. Weddings and elopements are so distinctly and uniquely human, and it’s truly the biggest honor to be trusted to document them.

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We had a great experience with Mae! She made us feel so comfortable throughout the whole shoot and made sure we got a bunch of great photos in some gorgeous locations. Post-shoot she put in so much effort editing our photos to make sure they were perfect once they were turned around to us which didn't take long at all. Highly highly recommend Mae for any photoshoot needs you might have!
Claire F., 2 years ago
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Pluvia Studios 
Rating: 5.0 (13 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Sturgis, SD
  • Offer

Pluvia Studios is a wedding photography and videography company that is passionate about strong story-telling. We extract the best elements for our couples and curate an unforgettable viewing experience.

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We had an amazing experience working with Pluvia Studios as our wedding photographer and videographer. He was incredibly intentional and truly listened to the shots and edits we wanted, which made the final video feel so personal and meaningful. Especially since our wedding was at different locations in San Francisco, Presidio, and our local church, I loved how our package cohesively looked natural, fresh and beautiful. During our first intake call he was concise and walked through the package we were interested in. We were in awe by the timeless and beautiful photo gallery and videos we received that we’ll cherish for a lifetime. JayDee was also very responsive and easy to communicate with throughout the entire process. We’re so grateful to have our day captured so beautifully and highly recommend him and his team.
Judy T., 5 months ago
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Eric Turner Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (11 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Sturgis, SD

Hey there! I'm Eric, an outdoor-loving, laid-back wedding photographer based in the Midwest who lives for capturing those real, unfiltered moments that make each love story unique. When I'm not behind the camera, you'll probably find me hiking trails or discovering new local breweries. My approach blends documentary-style storytelling with a touch of editorial flair—meaning I'll capture both those candid laughs during toasts and those naturally romantic moments during golden hour. The best photos happen when couples feel completely at ease and free to be themselves.

Awarded Best of Zola
Eric was such a joy to work with. His creativity and eye for detail made our photos absolutely stunning. He has a way of making the whole experience feel natural and fun, putting us completely at ease in front of the camera. He captured our connection in such an authentic way. Nothing felt forced, just real moments full of love. We would absolutely work with Eric again in a heartbeat.
Kayla, a year ago
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Kailey Louise Designs 
Rating: 5.0 (11 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Sturgis, SD
  • Offer

My name is Kailey Louise, a midwest-based photographer that enjoys a good cup of coffee in the morning, sitting lakeside with my family at our cabin, and third-wheeling some pretty amazing couples. I love capturing the moments that make life worth living + making sure you have beautiful memories to look back on. I will be your backseat co-pilot for your once-in-a-lifetime moments! I want you to remember the special days and the regular days. I strive to capture the candid, the posed the belly laughs, the surprises, and all of the in-between.

Awarded Best of Zola
From the moment we first spoke with Kailey we were impressed by her comfortable, energetic, and caring communication style. Throughout the planning process and on our wedding day, she was incredibly considerate, always keeping our wants and needs in mind. The quality of her work was exceptional - she was energetic, willing, and went above and beyond to capture every special moment. Kailey kept the day moving seamlessly and made us feel like our wedding was the most important thing to her, even though she has done hundreds of weddings before. We are thrilled with the final photos and would highly recommend Kailey to any couple looking for a talented, friendly, and committed wedding photographer. We love Kailey, and trust her with all of our photography needs!
Macy C., a year ago
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Birchfields 
Rating: 5.0 (11 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,700
  • Serves Sturgis, SD

Hi! My name is Steve. I do visual storytelling. I’m married with three kids and in my spare time I record music and build things. I've been filming and photographing weddings since 2009. I love travel and getting to know unique couples.

Awarded Best of Zola
From the moment we reached out to Birchfields, their communication was quick, thorough, and sincere. Their attention to detail and ability to make us feel completely comfortable in front of the camera resulted in exceptional photographs that captured every special moment of our wedding day. Birchfields truly went above and beyond, taking unique angles and perspectives that allowed us to relive the entire day through their stunning imagery. When it’s hard to figure out which photo you want to print out and hang on the wall, you know you picked the right photographer! We could not be happier with the final product and would highly recommend Steve to any couple looking for a talented, professional, and personable wedding photographer.
Jeneca G., 2 years ago
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Forbis Fotography 
Rating: 5.0 (10 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Sturgis, SD

Hello, friends! I'm a wife, momma, & self proclaimed adventurer. I live with my husband, Ryan, in Central Missouri, but spend a lot of time on the road traveling! From Colorado & the PNW to Germany & New Zealand, I'm a fan of world travels...and I'm more than willing to go just about anywhere for YOU! I'm here to capture ALL of life's adventures for you.

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Marissa is so talented. She is extremely sweet and is willing to work with you to get the photos of your DREAMS! It was a joy to have her be apart of our wedding day. We can’t stop looking at our photos!!!! They’re all so gorgeous.
Lucy, 2 years ago
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Captured By KP 
Rating: 5.0 (10 reviews)
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves Sturgis, SD
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My passion for wedding photography stems from my love of storytelling. Weddings are filled with moments of joy, laughter, and love, and I believe in honoring every genuine connection and fleeting glance that happens throughout the day. Capturing the essence of bespoke weddings , master of transforming moments into timeless, breathtaking art. With a keen eye for detail and a passion for storytelling delivers evocative, stunning imagery of art. Being in Business for about a decade with over 300+ Wedding shot across the country.

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King is an absolute dream to work with for our engagement photo session!, King, gave us the freedom to just be ourselves and have fun, telling us to grab a bottle of champagne and find a classic car and head to the suburbs of Kansas City. He captured so many beautiful, natural moments between my fiancé and I that we'll cherish forever. King's unscripted approach allowed our personalities to shine through in the photos, and the final images turned out stunning. We couldn't be happier with our experience and highly recommend King for any couple looking for an effortless, joy-filled photo session. As you can tell I look beautiful in photos.
Sevda, 9 months ago
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Celestial Waves Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves Sturgis, SD

Celestial Waves Photography, based in Wilmington, NC, is led by a paramedic with a passion for capturing life’s most cherished moments. We offer affordable, high-quality, and inclusive photography, specializing in family sessions, portraits, events, and weddings. With over five years of experience, we bring a unique perspective and care to every shoot. Let us help you turn your moments into timeless memories—book your session today!

Awarded Best of Zola
Celestial Waves photography was by far the best choice we could have made. For one, the pictures are absolutely stunning. We got them back quickly, the system is easy to use, and the pictures are a perfect mix of posed and candid. I have gotten SO many compliments on the pictures, but also about Seth and the company itself. They did so much to help make our day special, from helping the groomsmen put on their boutonnieres to keeping everyone looking great and having fun. I cannot thank them enough for everything they did to make our wedding day such a special day, and I highly recommend them to anyone looking for a phenomenal photographer.
Hannah M., 8 months ago
K.Marlow Photography, LLC 
Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Sturgis, SD

At K. Marlow Photography, LLC, we believe your wedding deserves to be documented with intention, artistry, and authenticity. As a husband-and-wife team, Jesse and Kassidy capture your day from two unique perspectives, preserving genuine moments, meaningful details, and every emotion in between. Alongside timeless photography, we also offer wedding day content creation, delivering social media-ready memories while you await your full gallery. Our goal is to create an effortless experience and lasting memories you'll treasure forever.

Awarded Best of Zola
We've worked with K.Marlow Photography, LLC for all our pictures and honestly, each session gets better than the last. From our very first conversation, their communication was quick and clear, which made the entire planning process stress-free. On our wedding day, they delivered exactly what we wanted—stunning photos that captured every moment perfectly. What really stood out was how comfortable and at ease they made us feel in front of the camera, all while maintaining total professionalism throughout the day. Their talent is undeniable, and the quality of their work is worth every penny. We cannot recommend them enough to any couple looking for a photographer who truly cares about their vision.
Elizabeth W., 3 months ago