Rachel Lahlum Photography

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Prices start at $2,100

Elopement pricing

Prices start at $475

Packages

About Rachel Lahlum Photography

Rachel Lahlum Photography

Photographer

Hello, I’m Rachel! I am a wedding, portraits, and events photographer based in Minneapolis. I’ve been a professional photographer since 2012, and have experience photographing over 500 weddings. I think I have the best job in the world. My approach is to capture the story of your wedding day, from start to finish. Because no two couples (or weddings) are exactly alike, I customize my approach specific to you. From the moment we connect, it’s my goal to help you feel at-ease. I'll help you plan your day, work with you to find the best locations for photos, guide you through poses, and we'll make it fun!

My photography is crisp and clean, with true-to-life styles and colors. I love natural light and the outdoors, but I also love when I get to be technical with off-camera lighting in dark and challenging spaces. I use a variety of shooting styles, which include traditional and contemporary portraits, photojournalism, in-the-moment candids, and closeups of every detail. I’m hands-on and detail oriented, but I’m also laid back and fun-loving. What I look forward to most about each and every wedding is creating a custom collection of photos. I won’t just photograph your wedding – I’ll capture your unique wedding day story.

Services

Services

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

Photo formats

  • Digital
  • Film
  • Hybrid

Deliverables

  • Digital files
  • Digital rights
  • Online gallery
  • Photo box
  • Printed enlargements
  • Same/next-day sneak-peek images
  • Wedding album

Rachel Lahlum Photography packages

Standard - Single Photographer

8 hours

Peak pricing $3,400

Description

Our most commonly booked package for couples hosting their wedding at one venue! This is a great package for couples looking to have coverage from the tail end of getting ready through the start of their dance. It most often includes details and getting ready, first looks, couples portraits, family and wedding party group photos, ceremony coverage, social hour and reception coverage, sunset photos, and the start of the dance.

What’s included
  • 8 Hours Wedding Day Coverage (Single Photographer)
  • Engagement Session (75 Minutes)
  • Timeline & Shotlist Planning
  • Online Gallery Delivery with High Res Downloads
  • Photo Print Release

Standard - Two Photographers

8 hours

Peak pricing $4,100

Description

Standard day coverage by two photographers is perfect for couples looking to have the perfect mix of portraits and candids. This is a great package for couples looking to have photos from the tail end of getting ready through the start of their dance. It most often includes details and getting ready, first looks, couples portraits, family and wedding party group photos, ceremony coverage, social hour and reception coverage, sunset photos, and the start of the dance.

What’s included
  • 8 Hours Wedding Day Coverage (Two Photographers)
  • Engagement Session (75 Minutes)
  • Timeline & Shotlist Planning
  • Online Gallery Delivery with High Res Downloads
  • Photo Print Release

Micro Coverage (1-5 Hours)

1 hours

Peak pricing $475-2,375

Description

One to five hours of wedding photography coverage for your small, intimate gatherings. Perfect for couples looking for coverage of their ceremony, portraits, and candids of their small reception gathering.

What’s included
  • Up to 5 Hours of Wedding Day Coverage
  • Timeline & Shotlist Planning
  • Online Gallery Delivery with High Res Downloads
  • Photo Print Release

Diamond Package

12 hours

Peak pricing $6,500

Description

The best fit for couples looking for an all-inclusive experience! Full day coverage with two photographers, a photo booth (with prints!) at your reception, and a grand sparkler send off. Albums for you and your parents are carefully custom designed afterwards as well.

What’s included
  • 12+ Hours Lead Wedding Day Coverage
  • 10 Hours Second Photographer Coverage
  • 75 Minute Engagement Session
  • Timeline & Shotlist Planning
  • Wedding Reception Photo Booth w/Prints
  • Wedding Reception Sparkler Send Off
  • 10x10 Couples Album
  • 8x8 Parent Albums (2x)
  • Online Gallery Delivery with High Res Downloads
  • Photo Print Release

Reviews

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Rating: 5.0

5.0 out of 5

7 reviews

  • KS

    Kristen S.

    Rating: 5
    •Zola
    •Apr 7, 2026

    Fantastic photographer

    Working with Rachel Lahlum Photography was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding. She was straightforward in all our conversations leading up to the day, which made planning feel easy and stress-free. Rachel showed up organized and ready to capture every moment, and her knowledge of poses helped us feel confident in front of the camera. What really stood out was how beautifully she captured the emotions of our day. The value we got from her work is incredible, and we couldn't be happier with how our photos turned out. We'd recommend Rachel to any couple looking for a photographer who is both professional and genuinely invested in telling your love story.

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    Nicole F.

    Rating: 5
    •Zola
    •Jan 22, 2026

    Highly Recommend!

    Rachel Lahlum Photography was an incredible asset to our special day. From our engagement shoot to wedding day with Rachel, her communication was prompt, kind, and informative, putting us at ease throughout the entire wedding planning process. On the day of our wedding, Rachel's professionalism and helpfulness were unmatched - our entire wedding party raved about how comfortable and confident she made everyone feel. The quality of Rachel's work is truly high-quality, amazing, and she creates images that are true to us and beautiful. We received over 200 gorgeous sneak peek photos within just one week of our December wedding, and we will cherish these beautiful images forever. Rachel's talent and attention to detail shine through in every shot, and we are beyond thrilled with the final results. We cannot recommend Rachel Lahlum Photography highly enough!

  • CW

    Cally W.

    Rating: 5
    •Zola
    •Aug 9, 2025

    Amazing Photographer!

    Rachel did an amazing job for both our engagement and wedding photos. I knew she was the right fit during our first meeting in which I could see her organization, professionalism, and expertise. I felt completely as ease throughout our wedding day knowing we would get all the pictures we asked for, and more. She was so kind and helpful (and did a great job wrangling a large family/wedding party). Our pictures are beautiful and I can’t recommend her enough!

  • DL

    Drew & L.

    Rating: 5
    •Zola
    •Dec 7, 2024

    Rachel was great

    Rachel was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding. From the very beginning, her communication was prompt, thorough, and incredibly helpful as we planned all the details. On the day of, she kept everything running on schedule and had a clear plan to capture all the important moments. The quality of her work was truly professional and the photos are stunning and beautifully capture the essence of our special day. We highly recommend her to any couple looking for a talented and dedicated wedding photographer.

  • T

    Taylor

    Rating: 5
    •Zola
    •Sep 23, 2024

    Fantastic choice for courthouse brewery wedding!

    My husband and I had a wonderful experience with Rachel as our wedding photographer! She was willing to accommodate our 2-day schedule, with photos at multiple locations including a courthouse and a brewery, and really listened to our vision for the events. She was great at making us and our guests feel comfortable (and look good) in photos. She’s a kind person and worked well with our other vendors to coordinate timing. We really appreciated that she sent us lots of preview photos quickly. It took a while to get all the final photos but they were worth waiting for, and the keepsake box she sent with our USB was so special. We’d highly recommend hiring Rachel!

Real wedding inspiration featuring Rachel Lahlum Photography

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Yes! Many clients choose me for my true-color editing style and my experience working with varying skin tones. Your photos should reflect who you are and I take great care to ensure they do.
I’ve photographed South Asian, Indian, Muslim, Chinese, Ethiopian, and West African weddings and multicultural weddings that include non-western traditions. My focus is always on beautiful photos that are respectful of your culture, your culture’s traditions, and authentic storytelling. respectful and authentic storytelling. If I’m new to your culture’s traditions, I’d be honored to learn and capture them beautifully!
Yes! I love working with couples to help them feel at ease in front of the camera. I meet each couple at their comfort level and give as much or as little direction as needed to bring out natural and authentic moments.
Every photography package that is 3+ hours includes a complementary engagement session! If your package includes one but you don’t feel you need it, we can convert that time into an additional hour of wedding day coverage. I also offer proposal photography, if you’re planning a Minnesota wedding but not quite official yet!
Yes! My coverage starts at a single hour of coverage, and increases from there. Most couples book at least two hours, but for a simple courthouse ceremony, one hour is usually plenty!
Of course! Please reach out with your information, and I’ll share a few weddings that align with your plans (i.e., weddings at your venue, or that have plans similar to your own).
Most couples book 9-18 months in advance, but if your wedding is sooner (or later), don’t hesitate to reach out! If I have availability, I’d love to work with you.
Absolutely! I’m very hands-on, and project management is an integral part of how I work with couples. I’ll help craft a timeline that ensures your day flows smoothly and that we capture all the moments you envision.
I tell every client that weddings are events, and all events have hiccups. If something runs late on your day (such as bad weather delaying an outdoor ceremony, someone gives an unexpectedly long speech, etc.), I will stay in open communication with you about day-of plans and photography schedule impact. Ensuring you have a great wedding photography experience from start to finish is very important to me!
In the unlikely event of an emergency, I have a network of trusted professional photographers I can call on. I also work with associate photographers who are trained to capture weddings with the same style and attention to detail.
Yes! I have four camera bodies, a dozen lenses, extra batteries, flashes, memory cards, etc. It is very important to me that I have everything I need to ensure that equipment failure won’t slow me down on your wedding day.
I average about 100-125 images for every hour booked, though it will vary depending on how many guests you have, if there is travel between locations, and the schedule for your day. For an average eight hour wedding booking, I typically deliver about edited 900 images. Images are delivered via PIN-protected online gallery with high resolution downloads.
It depends on the time of year for your wedding, as well as the length of your event. My contract states 7-15 weeks. Usually micro weddings are delivered within four weeks, standard weddings are within 8-10 weeks, and longer weddings are 10+ weeks. I will always communicate with you before, during, and after your wedding celebration what to expect!
Yes! All wedding packages include a highlights preview gallery sent within the first week of your wedding. Most previews are 60+ fully edited, high resolution images that tell a mini story of your wedding celebration.

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