Bates Wedding Photography

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Prices start at $1,200

Elopement pricing

Prices start at $1,200

Packages

Prices start at $1,200

About Bates Wedding Photography

Bates Wedding Photography

Photographer

I’m a film‑loving, coffee‑powered wedding photographer who’s happiest when I’m catching the real, unpolished moments that make a day feel honest. I keep things relaxed, go with the flow, and let your story unfold naturally. If you’re into candid energy and a laid‑back approach, we’ll get along great.

I don’t force moments or manufacture emotions. I pay attention, stay present, and let people be themselves so the photos feel like them, not a photo shoot version of them. My approach is simple: keep things relaxed, read the room, and capture the kind of images you’ll look back on and actually feel again.

Services

Services

  • Engagement session
  • Extra hours
  • Image editing
  • Online proofing
  • Printing rights
  • Same-day edits
  • Second photographer

Photo formats

  • Digital
  • Film

Deliverables

  • Digital files
  • Online gallery
  • Same/next-day sneak-peek images

Bates Wedding Photography packages

Essential Coverage

4 hours

Peak pricing $1,200-2,200

Off-peak pricing $1,200-1,600

Description

Designed for intimate celebrations, courthouse weddings, and couples who want beautiful documentation without the full‑day coverage. The essentials focus on the moments that matter most — vows, portraits, and the emotion woven between them. Clean, timeless edits and a relaxed approach mean you’ll receive a gallery that feels warm, nostalgic, and authentically you. Perfect for: short weddings, elopements, micro‑ceremonies

Full Day Story

8 hours

Peak pricing $1,800-2,200

Off-peak pricing $1,800-2,500

Description

This package captures the heart of your day from start to finish. From the getting‑ready excitement to golden‑hour portraits to your first dances. With timeline support and thoughtful direction when needed, this collection gives you a balanced mix of candid emotion and timeless portraits you’ll return to for decades. Perfect for: traditional wedding days, couples who want a seamless experience and full coverage without extravagance.

Deluxe Package

12 hours

Peak pricing $2,500-3,000

Off-peak pricing $2,500-2,800

Description

A full‑day, elevated experience for couples who want every moment — big and small — preserved with intention. The Deluxe Collection includes extended coverage, a second photographer, and additional keepsakes so you never have to worry about what’s being captured. This package is designed to create a complete, elegantly curated visual legacy of your wedding. Perfect for: large celebrations, detailed wedding days, or couples who want a luxury-level experience.

Reviews

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  • TF

    Thomas F.

    Rating: 5
    •Feb 6, 2026

    Wedding Photographer

    Very communicative, received professional pictures back quicker than expected. Friendly photographer, my wife and I even recommended him for her cousin’s wedding! We fully recommend!

  • MP

    Maddie P.

    Rating: 5
    •Feb 3, 2026

    A pleasure to work with

    Bates Wedding Photography was an absolute joy to work with for our wedding day. From our very first interaction, their communication was quick, kind, and professional - putting us at ease throughout the entire process.They had an incredible eye for capturing beautiful candids as well as stunning portraits that we will cherish forever. We cannot recommend Bates Wedding Photography highly enough for their exceptional service and stunning work.

I encourage you to reach out as soon as possible about my availability, even if you’re planning on a shorter time frame.
Sometimes, I’ll bring one or more assistant photographers depending on the size of your wedding.
The day after you'll receive a first look at a handful of photos - but typically, you’ll be able to view all your photos online about 2-4 weeks after your wedding.
In my 5 years of experience as a wedding photographer, I’ve never cancelled a booking. In the very rare event that I’m unable to photograph your wedding, I’ll make sure you’re covered by one of my colleagues or my contracted assistant. I’ll also provide you with a list of photographers from the many networking groups I’m in, so you can find the perfect replacement.

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