The Best Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in Winter, WI

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128 Wedding Photographers in Winter, WI

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VIDARTย 
Rating: 5.0 (59 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $500
  • Serves Winter, 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, Macyโ€™s, Sysco and more.

Awarded Best of Zola
โ€œVIDART captured everything so perfectly. The light, the colors, the emotions. It honestly feels like we are looking at scenes from a movie. Everyone keeps saying our wedding photos are the best theyโ€™ve ever seen.โ€
Ashley R., 7 months ago
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Portraits Byย Seanย 
Rating: 5.0 (46 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Winter, WI

โ€จโ€จI 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.ย  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

Awarded Best of Zola
โ€œMy partner and I hired Sean for our engagement photos and we were extremely impressed! He was super helpful in helping us pose and very skilled in the ways he used lighting to capture our best features. He captured really genuine moments with such skill. He also made sure the job was well done and he got all the photos that we could have wanted. We had a blast working with him! The photos are stunning and I genuinely canโ€™t stop looking at them! My partner and I tend to feel awkward getting our picture taken but Sean created such a comfortable space for us. We would highly recommend booking Sean.โ€
Sydney and J., 2 years ago
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Ledd Lens LLC, Photo andย Filmย 
Rating: 5.0 (43 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,399
  • Serves Winter, 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.

Awarded Best of Zola
โ€œLedd Lens LLC, Photo and Film were wonderful to work with for our wedding. They were very communicative and helpful in guiding us through all the different poses to capture the best shots. The quality of their work was amazing - they really captured the beauty and joy of our special day. They managed to get so many beautiful and unforgettable moments on camera that we will treasure forever. We highly recommend Ledd Lens LLC, Photo and Film - they were great and did an amazing job at capturing every special moment of our wedding.โ€
Genesis M., a year ago
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Devyn Lempkeย Photographyย 
Rating: 5.0 (35 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,200
  • Serves Winter, 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.

Awarded Best of Zola
โ€œDevyn Lempke Photography was a fantastic choice for our wedding photography. From the very beginning, Devyn was prompt, friendly, and responsive in all of her communication with us. She clearly took the time to understand our vision and priorities for the big day. On the wedding day itself, Devyn braved the cold winter weather to capture stunning outdoor photos that perfectly reflected the cozy, romantic atmosphere of our winter wedding. The final photos were delivered quickly and were remarkably detailed and high-quality. Devynโ€™s dedication and attention to detail really shone through in the final product. We couldn't be happier with our choice of Devyn Lempke Photography and would highly recommend them to any couple planning their wedding.โ€
Ashley R., a year ago
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Heather Christine Photo +ย Filmย 
Rating: 5.0 (35 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Winter, 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
โ€œI have followed Heather since she started and it has been so amazing watching her grow! Her and her team work so well to make your day special and made my visions come to life. Iโ€™m so happy she was able to capture so many memories of those closest to me. These photos will hang on my wall and be passed down for generations. I included just a few because they are truly something special!โ€
Shannon, 2 years ago
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Debra Aslanidisย Photographyย 
Rating: 4.8 (23 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves Winter, WI
  • Offer

Weโ€™re Debra & Jeremy, a husband-and-wife wedding photography duo capturing love stories with heart, intention, and a whole lot of soul. Our approach blends documentary moments with gentle guidance, so your photos feel natural, emotional, and unmistakably you. From quiet, intimate glances to joyful, unscripted laughter, we focus on the moments youโ€™ll feel just as much years from now. If you value connection, authenticity, and images that tell a storyโ€”not just pose for oneโ€”we might be the perfect fit.

Awarded Best of Zola
โ€œMy husband and I were beyond impressed with our entire experience with Debra Aslanidis Photography. From start to finish Debra made my experience as a bride so smooth and stress-free. Wedding planning can be a stressful process, but Debra provided excellent communication about what to expect leading up to the wedding and the day of, so we felt very at ease the entire time. When I ran into an unrelated issue (a problem with another vendor), Debra reached out and sent me recommendations and offered support while I dealt with the situation. It was unbelievably kind and not at all expected, but it really made me feel cared for and I appreciated Debra going above and beyond for me! On the day of our wedding, Debra and her partner Jeremy were absolutely phenomenal. For one, they worked so perfectly together. We had guests complimenting how well they worked and coordinated together! I seriously canโ€™t thank them enough for not only being amazing photographers, but also helping with other tasks that they voluntarily did. I seriously felt like they assumed the role of our wedding coordinators at times, since we didnโ€™t have one, by providing suggestions and opinions since theyโ€™re the experienced ones when it comes to weddings! I couldnโ€™t be more thankful for their confidence and comfortability in doing so! Finally, I am seriously blown away by the fact that we got our photos about a month after our wedding day! Debra has worked weddings, engagement shoots, and other photoshoots every single weekend and has a family, yet still managed to bust her butt to finish our photos, and it was the best surprise to get our photos back right before celebrating one month of marriage. I am so in love with our photos and have looked at them every single day, multiple times a day, since getting them back. Photos are the one thing you keep from your wedding day (besides your memories!), and I am absolutely in love with the final photos! The editing is beautiful, and Iโ€™m so happy we prioritized finding a photographer who emphasizes the behind-the-scenes and candid moments. I love that our pictures are 100% in the moment and capture the real, raw emotions of everyone! There were several detailed shots of our venue and decor and I love those just as much as I love the ones of me, my husband, our families, and our friends! Theyโ€™re all so stunning!! Our photos made me laugh, cry, audibly say โ€œawww,โ€ and smile the biggest, cheesy grin. I absolutely believe your photographer is one of the most important vendors you choose for your wedding day, and I would 1000% recommend Debra Aslanidis Photography to everyone I know!!โ€
Emma Hynes (., a year ago
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Mind Of Mo Weddings &ย Eventsย 
Rating: 5.0 (22 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,595
  • Serves Winter, WI

Mind of Mo Photography offers classical, elegant, personalized Engagement and Wedding Photography. With multiple photographers on staff, we have the experience and availability to make your wedding day unforgettable. Our family run business aims to treat your wedding with as much love, devotion, and care as you do. Our style continues to be relaxed, laid-back, and candid - our edits are natural and we believe couples take the best photos when they are relaxed and having fun! โ€‹We offer affordable options, & payment plans with flexible deposits are always available. We bring a good energy and calming presence to the weddings we photograph.

Awarded Best of Zola
โ€œFrom the moment we booked Mind of Mo Weddings & Events, their communication was responsive, easy, friendly, and informative. The quality of their work was great - they delivered our photos quickly and the images were of high quality. On our wedding day, the Mind of Mo team made us both feel very comfortable and were a joy to work with. They were fun and friendly, and helped ensure our special day went smoothly. We are so glad we chose Mind of Mo photography to capture our wedding memories!โ€
Krista M., 6 months ago
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Mae Krellย Photoย 
Rating: 5.0 (14 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $10,000
  • Serves Winter, WI

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! Iโ€™ve always been passionate about capturing moments as authentically and magically as possible, and as iโ€™ve settled more into this career path, I love that iโ€™ve landed in a place where I have the privilege to capture and preserve peopleโ€™s love stories. Weddings and elopements are so distinctly and uniquely human, and itโ€™s truly the biggest honor to be trusted to document them.

Awarded Best of Zola
โ€œMae and her team captured us so gracefully on our special day!!! As a queer couple, we had such a fun time getting to know Mae and her team, and felt so comfortable being captured by them. We loved having them there to memorialize us not only on camera but in polaroid and super8 as well. Mae is so skilled at capturing their client in the moment to create beautiful and unique photographs that will be cherished forever. We are still waiting on our full gallery, but are so satisfied on what weโ€™ve received already!!!โ€
Rain M., 8 months ago
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RKHย Imagesย 
Rating: 5.0 (13 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves Winter, WI

We are a husband and wife team photographing weddings since 2010. We're total geeks that love music and films. When not photographing weddings, we love playing with our dogs and cats, watching music videos, cartoons, and horror movies, and photographing other things.

Awarded Best of Zola
โ€œTracy & Kyle are fantastic artists and teammates! They made our wedding experience such a fun journey every step of the way and we were blown away by how fantastic all of our photos turned out in both our engagement and wedding day photos. We met with them in-person twice for consultations and felt so comfortable talking with them and sharing our experiences as fellow wedding-industry workers. The rate at which we received our photos after our engagement shoot and our wedding was perfect! They sent a few samples that showed the quality and attention to detail, and the remaining complete albums were sent within a week! So fast but so much attention to detail and great editing. We also loved their blog posts as a way to share photos with friends and family and we enjoyed browsing other couples' albums as well! As a same-sex mixed race couple, we really appreciated their wide portfolio of diverse couples of LGBTQIA and BIPOC clients.โ€
Ashley N., 2 years ago
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Birchfieldsย 
Rating: 5.0 (11 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,700
  • Serves Winter, WI

Hi! My name is Steve. I do visual storytelling. Iโ€™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
โ€œFrom 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 itโ€™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.โ€
Jeneca G., 2 years ago
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Eric Turnerย Photographyย 
Rating: 5.0 (10 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Winter, WI

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 flairโ€”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
โ€œWe couldn't have asked for a better experience! Eric was amazing to work with and super communicative leading up to the wedding. On the day, he and Alexis (his second shooter) captured beautiful photos and documented the day perfectly, and even shot a video of our full ceremony and produced a highlight reel of clips from the day! They were always present but never in the way, and struck the perfect balance so we could fully enjoy our wedding day.โ€
Sophia, 2 months ago
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Vaterย Photoย 
Rating: 5.0 (10 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,700
  • Serves Winter, WI

My name is Joshua Kerwood. I am an internationally exhibited, published, and award winning photographer. With over 20ย years of experience as a Photographer and Business Manager, I bring expertise and artistry to every project as our Head of Photography. Trust in our collective skills and experience, as we capture the essence of your story through our eyes. As a highly skilled team of artists based in Carver County, Minnesota, we specialize in captivating true-to-life photography and breathtaking captures.

โ€œHighly recommend! They were incredibly patient and made the whole experience fun, especially for my very camera-shy teen. The photos turned out beautiful and natural, and I couldnโ€™t be happier with the results.โ€
Marlena, 2 months ago
Autumn Gย Photographyย 
Rating: 5.0 (10 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Winter, WI

Autumn G Photography is a journalistic style wedding photographer based in Minneapolis, Minnesota. I am all about romantic photojournalism that captures authentic moments and beautiful portraits that truly tell the story of your day. I believe that everyone should get beautiful wedding photos. I will help create a detailed timeline of your day with quick turnaround time for images, and also offer an online gallery. I do have flexible payment plans available, making it even easier to book one of your most important vendors!

โ€œOur story is a little complicated. I am actually the mother of the groom. Both groom and bride are serving in the military overseas at 2 different bases. Between them, the bride's mother and I, we were dealing with planning a wedding with 4 different time zones. They asked me to find a photographer, which was in a different time zone from me (2 hours difference). I reached out to three photographers online, and Autumn was the only one to respond. Autumn was very helpful from the start. She was patient in dealing with all the different time zones, the busy-ness of military life, and even some procrastination on the part of the bride and groom. She helped develop a timeline for the pictures, but was flexible, making is easy to regroup and still get all the special pictures. She made sure to print out the questionnaire regarding certain desired photos so that none were missed. My son and daughter-in-law are thrilled with the pictures that Autumn captured. Even Iโ€™m still trying to choose which ones I want to print and which ones I want to make into an album. This leads me to one more thing that I love about Autumn. Our pictures are ours. We are not required to choose only a certain number of pictures, and then pay more if we want above and beyond. That was a huge plus in my book. I highly recommend Autumn for your wedding photography needs.โ€
Jodi L., 7 months ago
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Studioย Twelve:52ย 
Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Winter, WI

At Studio Twelve:52, we believe your wedding day deserves to be captured as authentically and vibrantly as you experience it. As a married photography duo with over 14 years of experience and 600+ weddings documented, we specialize in creating true-to-life/timeless imagery that tells your unique love story. Serving Minnesota and beyond โ€” we combine a 50/50 fine art approach with a documentary eye to capture every joyful, heartfelt, and beautifully unexpected moment while creating stunning portraits as well. Our couples are modern romantics with impeccable taste -valuing experiences, personal touches, and, of course, their beloved furbabies!

โ€œWOW, where do I begin. Kasey and Tyler are masters at what they do! From two different engagement sessions to our wedding day, they knew exactly how to get the "perfect shot". Our wedding day came with a small amount of "conveniently timed" rain (during our first look and wedding party photos!), and they knew exactly how to work with what we had (a tall tree to hide under and an umbrella..). The attached photo was taken during a downpour rain and it STILL looks beautiful!! They were incredibly organized and all photos were pre-planned so they had a set plan in order to avoid wasting time. They listened to what my husband and I wanted, and made sure we were taking care of ourselves (eh-hem, reminding us to eat multiple times throughout the day..). They were so easy going but didn't have a problem putting their foot down if a random family member or other vendor were "problematic" (per the brides request!!). I cannot wait to work with them again! THANK YOU Kasey and Tyler for being the best in the business!!! 3โ€
Heidi W., 10 months ago
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Andy Hardmanย Photographyย 
Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Winter, WI
  • Offer

I specialize in St. Paul & Minneapolis Minnesota engagements, elopements & wedding photography. I love to work with people with vision, an appreciation for creativity and a love for adventure. If you're game then so am I. Let's make some gorgeous art together.

Awarded Best of Zola
โ€œAndy is an amazing photographer. He's knowledgeable and clearly loves what he's doing. He was always very responsive and clear with his communication and we appreciated the tips along the way. Andy and his team captured our special day with stunning and creative imagery of our unique venue and the joy of the day. He helped keep us calm and focused throughout the day, prioritizing the moments that were most important to us. The candid photos he took truly encapsulate the happiness and excitement of our wedding celebration. We are thrilled with the photos that will allow us to relive our wedding day for years to come. We highly recommend him!โ€
Melissa M., 9 months ago
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Little Macย Designย 
Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Winter, WI

Is simple really. I want to capture real moments and create beautiful portraits for you. Portraits that you will enjoy looking at long after your wedding. I believe that wedding photography doesn't have to be boring. I don't want to just give you pictures. I want to create works of art that you will be proud to hang in your home. Building friendships & relationships are another goal of mine as well. If I have created a story documenting your day, we had some fun doing it, and your friends all say your wedding photographer was amazing then I accomplished my goal.

Awarded Best of Zola
โ€œNicole was such an amazing photographer to work with! She was so easygoing and brought a lot of brilliant ideas to our wedding that we never would've thought to do ourselves. We'd love to work with her again someday!โ€
Bailey H., 4 years ago
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KMauck Photographyย LLCย 
Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,700
  • Serves Winter, WI

Hi, Iโ€™m Kelsey! I am a wedding photographer! I am obsessed with dogs. I will never not acknowledge a dog near me by saying โ€œpuppersโ€. 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.

Awarded Best of Zola
โ€œKelsey was so easy and fun to work with. She had so many great ideas for different photos and was so easy to communicate with. Our wedding and engagement pictures turned out way better than I could have ever asked for. Would definitely recommend to anyone who needs engagement, wedding or even family photos done.โ€
Georgia S., 2 years ago
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Melissa Cervantesย Photographyย 
Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Winter, WI

I have 12 years of photography experience, 9 years in the industry and have shot more than 200 weddings. Safe to say, this IS my passion. Couples and wedding photography can be SO stressful--the pressure to look and be a certain way or follow trends is INTENSE. Wedding stress is real and I am anti it all the way. For my couples, they're job is just to show up and have fun. I will do ALL the rest!

Awarded Best of Zola
โ€œFrom the moment we first spoke with Melissa, we knew we had found the perfect wedding photographer. Her communication was prompt, thorough, and reliable, and she was such a friendly and calming presence throughout the entire process. Aside from capturing incredible photos that truly encapsulate the magic of our special day, Melissa went above and beyond the call of duty - she even helped us find an amazing DJ and assisted me with a last-minute wedding dress mishap! Working with Melissa was an absolute no-brainer, and she was by far the most stand-out vendor we had the pleasure of working with. The photos she delivered speak for themselves, and we are forever grateful for the fun, joyful, and professional way she contributed to making our wedding day so incredibly special.โ€
Taylor C., a year ago
Lucienย Photographyย 
Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,650
  • Serves Winter, WI

My name is Trisha Johnson and I am the owner and photographer for Lucien Photography. Looking for a relaxed, goofy, friendly, photojournalistic, creative and professional photographer for your big day? Iโ€™m your girl! I am mama to two girls and wifey of to my Hubby, Andrew. We do weddings, engagements, elopement and so much more. Our photography style is very photojournalistic. I want to capture genuine emotions in my clients. Letโ€™s chat about your dream wedding!

Awarded Best of Zola
โ€œWe loved Trishaโ€™s ability to keep everyone in line while taking photos, and her prompts made getting stunning photos a breeze. We got our sneak peak photos from our wedding the very next day and were in LOVE! Her attention to detail is unmatched and she had us giggling throughout the whole day, making for some amazing memories and beautiful photos.โ€
Monica W., a year ago
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Wildly Connectedย Photographyย 
Rating: 5.0 (8 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves Winter, WI

Hi! I'm Anna and Iโ€™m a queer wedding photographer who specializes in LGBTQIA+ weddings here in MN and all over the world! Iโ€™m an adventurous soul who loves to get lost in the wilds of nature. I'm here to help plan and capture cozy, yet adventurous days for lgbtqia+ couples. I'm a human just like you and I want to make all HUMANS feel totally comfortable around me and my camera. So let's connect and share some kindness!

Awarded Best of Zola
โ€œAnna was absolutely amazing to work with! She was so generous with her time and resources helping us think through the logistics of the day, and was really thoughtful about the way she made sure she knew what things were most important to us. Not to mention the finished product of all of the photos was so incredibly beautiful! We were especially excited about the nighttime lantern pictures, and we're blown away by how cool those turned out! She made us as well as our family and friends feel so comfortable. She went way above and beyond our expectations, both in how she was to work with day-of as well as the finished product. We are so glad we chose Wildly Connected!โ€
Jenna, a year ago
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83ย Weddingsย 
Rating: 5.0 (8 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $800
  • Serves Winter, WI
  • Offer

Hi! I'm Sherry, the owner of 83 Weddings, and Iโ€™ll be your direct point of contact from your very first inquiry all the way through final delivery. My background is a little uniqueโ€”I previously worked as a field photographer for the FBI while capturing weddings in my spare time. Over the years, my passion for weddings grew, and today it has become my full-time focus. Along the way, Iโ€™ve built an incredible team of talented photographers and videographers, allowing 83 Weddings to serve couples across the country.

โ€œFrom the moment we inquired about 83 Weddings' photography services, we were impressed by their professionalism and responsiveness. They walked us through all of their package options and pricing, which we found to be extremely reasonable for the high-quality work they deliver. On our wedding day, the photographers were punctual, organized, and a joy to work with - they seamlessly captured all the special moments without being intrusive. The final photos exceeded our expectations, beautifully preserving the memories of our big day. We are thrilled with the results and would highly recommend 83 Weddings to any couple looking for affordable, top-notch wedding photography.โ€
Erika S., 3 months ago
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Dakota Layneย Photographyย 
Rating: 5.0 (8 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Winter, WI

I am the heart and soul behind Dakota Layne Photo. Based in western Wisconsin, my love for photography started as a seven-year-old girl as the flower girl in a family wedding and has now become an extension of who I am. I approach my clients from a place of empathy - understanding who they are, what is important to them, and how I can bring their story to life in a significant and meaningful way.

Awarded Best of Zola
โ€œI canโ€™t say enough positive things about Dakota. From our initial meeting to receiving our final pics, we had the best experience. Dakota is extremely talented, kind, bubbly, energetic, a girlโ€™s girl, and detail oriented. She helped us plan our day of schedule and followed it to a T. She worked quickly and efficiently but didnโ€™t sacrifice quality. Iโ€™d recommend her to anyone and everyone. Canโ€™t wait to work with her again in the future!โ€
Jamie B., 2 years ago
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Kailey Louiseย Designsย 
Rating: 5.0 (8 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Winter, WI

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
โ€œKailey was such a ray of sunshine and added so much joy to our wedding day! With all of the things floating around in your head on your big day, one thing we did not have to worry about was our photographer. She was calm, collected, bright, funny, and super sweet and made me feel super comfortable even though Iโ€™m not the most natural in front of the camera! She even helped me when my wedding dress was stuck over my head at one point Thank you Kailey, for making our day flow seamlessly and for being so kind and accommodating! Also.. we just got our photos back and all I can say is WOW. She captured the day perfectly.. the posed, the candids, the laughter, the tears, and every beautiful moment in between. We are so thankful we have these beautiful photos to look back on for the rest of our lives! Do yourself a favor and book with Kailey!โ€
Noelle A., 3 months ago
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Gmartelย Photographyย 
Rating: 5.0 (8 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,500
  • Serves Winter, WI

Hey, Im Grant. I'm a Madison, WI based wedding photographer who specializes in a documentary approach using both film and digital photography. If you want your wedding gallery to be uniquely yours (vs a Pinterest shotlist), then I'm your guy.

Awarded Best of Zola
โ€œWE LOVE GRANT. I canโ€™t say it enough. Iโ€™ve been antsy for more of my friends and family to get engaged just so I can recommend Grant be their wedding photographer. We started with an engagement session with Grant, which felt just like a hang out (and that is EXACTLY what we wanted). We were dreading the engagement session, since this was our first time getting professional pictures taken, and we normally feel very awkward in front of a camera. Grant made it so easy and comfortable by playing music, joking around, asking questions, and prompting us to do certain things, so we never felt lost or posed. It also helped that Grant is hilarious- we were never told to โ€œturn and face each other and pretend to laugh,โ€ since we were basically naturally laughing the whole time already. For our wedding day, we hired Grant to shoot only with film, and boy did he deliver. Thereโ€™s a sense of rawness and nostalgia to his film pictures, making them absolutely timeless. Each time I look through our gallery, I discover and love something new about each picture. He captured moments I didnโ€™t even know that I wanted, but are now my favorite shots from that day. The day of your wedding, there are so many things going through your mind, so many questions being asked of you, and so many things you end up forgetting. Grantโ€™s playful, yet confident energy constantly put me at ease. He knew when a joke was needed, when hair needed fixing, how to steam dresses (yes, he actually did that), how to deal with children, where to go and what to do at any moment, and when we just needed a break. To top it all off, Grant surprised me and my husband at the end of the night with a whole set of Polaroids he took of every big moment throughout the whole day (so thoughtful and special!!). I now have them all in a frame, illustrating our wedding so perfectly. It is VERY clear Grant is in this business because he loves it and is passionate about what he does. I was never hesitant to tell him my [particular/annoying] requests or opinions, because he was always open to hearing them and excited to take on a new challenge. I honestly wish I could just take Grant and his camera with me everywhere I go to capture all the big moments in my life. I will cherish our pictures forever, as well as our new friendship with him!โ€
Lauren K., 2 years ago
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Bonnie Drakeย Photographyย 
Rating: 5.0 (7 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Winter, WI

Bonnie has had a camera in her hands since high school. What began as a quiet fascination with documenting life turned into a calling when she photographed her first wedding in 2017. Bonnie believes that some of the most meaningful moments in life are often the most fleeting, but photography gives us the rare gift of remembering them forever. Her approach centers on presence over perfection, leaving room for genuine laughter, quiet tenderness, and unscripted joy to unfold naturally. Her mission is to document your most cherished memories - the joy, the vulnerability, the celebration - to create photographs that become lasting heirlooms.

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โ€œBonnie is such a gem, we had so much fun working with her! During our engagement shoot and wedding day, we were constantly laughing and just having a ball, she made us feel completely comfortable. Bonnie is chill, down-to-earth, friendly, and so much fun. She had great suggestions and was down with our ideas, too. We're extremely appreciative of her communication, transparency, and flexibility, and we can't wait to hopefully work with her again for family photos! Could not recommend her highly enough, she's the best!โ€
Hannah S., a year ago
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Emily Doaneย Photographyย 
Rating: 5.0 (6 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Winter, WI

Hi there, I'm Emily! Your personal cheerleader & storyteller behind the camera lens. I'm a creative, goofy, easy-going girl that loves working with passionate, fun couples! I believe that every love story is unique and deserves to be told in an authentic way that captures the true essence of your relationship. My goal is to make you feel comfortable and confident in front of the camera so that you're free to to be yourself, and be present in the moment. I'm excited to work with you to capture the candid, emotional moments between you and your loved ones that you can cherish for years to come.ย 

Awarded Best of Zola
โ€œI highly, HIGHLY recommend Emily Doane Photography for your next photoshoot or wedding. Her work is truly top notch and well worth the investment. Her photos are candid, clear, and true to color, and communicating with her was easy and always prompt. On the day of the wedding, Emily had a great mix of candid moments and fun poses for us to do in front of the camera to truly capture the love between my husband and I. She made it so easy to just be a bride! Her second shooter was on her game too and was incredibly helpful as well. So many dress fluffs and small details never went unchecked.โ€
Katie J., a year ago
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Willow + Roveย Creativeย 
Rating: 5.0 (6 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,900
  • Serves Winter, WI

At Willow + Rove Creative, based in Knoxville, Tennessee, we specialize in light and airy, documentary-style wedding photography that beautifully tells your love story. With a passion for capturing genuine moments, we create timeless images that reflect each coupleโ€™s unique essence. Whether itโ€™s an intimate ceremony or a grand celebration, we ensure your personality shines through. We love to travel to stunning locations, including the Smoky Mountains, to craft unforgettable memories. Let us capture the joy of your special day in a way that feels authentic and true to you.

Awarded Best of Zola
โ€œWe worked with Ashlyn for our wedding vow renewal and she was able to capture every idea that came to my head! She was all in and awesome to work with! Very easy going and easy to communicate with also! So happy we went with Willow & Rove to capture something so special to us!โ€
Susy H., 2 years ago