The Best Classic Wedding Photographers in Ames, IA

The Best Classic Wedding Photographers in Ames, IA

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Ashley Cynthia Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Ames, IA

* 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!

Awarded Best of Zola
From the moment we met Ashley Cynthia Photography, we knew we had found our perfect wedding photographer. Their communication style was fun and enjoyable, with constant banter that put us at ease. Ashley and her crew were fantastic, always making sure we were on top of the timeline and getting the exact photos we wanted. They brought out the best in us in every single shot, capturing all the special moments of our day. From Day 1, Ashley passed our vibe check instantly and was always just a text, email or call away, giddy about our nifty and crazy ideas. Her team was incredibly flexible, and we had an absolute blast working with them. We couldn't have asked for a better photographer and videographer to document our wedding - they truly made the experience unforgettable.
Marcus M., 3 months ago
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Lena Turner Photos LLC 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Ames, IA
  • Offer

Hi, I’m Lena – Your Wedding Photography Bestie! I’m so glad you’re here! Capturing love stories has been my passion for 8 years, and I travel across Missouri to document weddings and engagements filled with joy and romance. Your wedding day is more than just an event – it’s the start of your forever, and I’m here to make sure every moment, big or small, is beautifully captured. As someone happily married myself, I know how special this time is. My goal is to make you feel confident and comfortable, creating photos that are authentically you – timeless, romantic, and full of heart. Let’s connect and make magic together! 💕

Lena is the best photographer to work with! She is amazing at listening to you and what you want! She was our wedding photographer and captured every moment exactly as I had requested. She is now our family photographer and is so patient with our little ones. She has watched my family grow and has captured every moment of it!! She is very talented and I cannot recommend her enough!!
Chelsey S., a month ago
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Bonie Weddings 

4.9

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,499
  • Serves Ames, IA

At Bonie Weddings, we specialize in capturing the genuine, unforgettable moments of your big day, from the first kiss to the final dance. Our team of photographers and videographers is committed to telling your unique love story with a timeless style that you'll cherish for a lifetime. We understand that wedding planning can be overwhelming, which is why our in-house planning team is here to streamline the process. With clear communication and personalized support, we handle the details so you can focus on enjoying your special day with less stress.

Awarded Best of Zola
Bonie Weddings was a great choice for my husband and me for our wedding photo & video shoot. We heard about Bonie Weddings through Zola and saw some great reviews from real couples. We decided to book an in-person consultation to ask a few questions about their services for my wedding. First off, their turnaround time is amazing that is 18 days and they offer the best prices and additional value to our couples. Secondly, their team made us feel so comfortable. I don’t know how to explain it, but they were so professional and took their work seriously.
Kelsey, a year ago
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Haverlee Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,200
  • Serves Ames, IA

I’m Haverlee, (hay-verlee), solo parent of three wild things. My photography career was birthed from many years of pain. My life derailed and everything felt unstable and uncertain. The more difficult things became, the more I clung to small moments of beauty. When things felt dark, I clung to the light. And I could always find light in people and in nature. Focusing on others instead of my own dark days brought me joy every time without fail. I always knew I was creative but it took me a while to find my niche! As I ventured into photography, everything fell into place. It was as if I already knew the language, I just had to find the words.

Awarded Best of Zola
When we first got engaged, Haverlee Photography was a no brainer, and she lived up to everything and more. Every picture from our engagement session, rehearsal dinner, and wedding day is stunning and I have the hardest time picking my favorites. Hands down, best decision on wedding vendors was picking Haverlee. On top of delivering beautiful photos we will cherish forever, Haverlee made everything so fun and easy. My husband said our engagement session was like a date night, and Haverlee had me feel so at ease and beautiful through every step of our wedding day. She is the kindest human who gets the perfect shots of all the small moments, which truly matter to us and feel like us. Haverlee will always be our go to photographer for all the special moments for our family, and you can't go wrong with choosing her to be a part of your special day.
Olivia W., 3 months ago
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Peridot and Lace 

4.9

  • Classic style
  • Serves Ames, IA

With experience of over 200 weddings, Peridot & Lace is a wedding photography and videography team located in Central IA with. We have a team of 7 photographers and videographers ready to capture your most special day. From getting ready, to detail photos, ceremony, couple photos, reception and everything else a wedding entails - we truly love what we do and are so passionate about creating your photos and videos perfect to your day.

Awarded Best of Zola
These ladies are phenomenal to work with capturing Content for a wedding! Super professional, yet high energy and a lot of fun! Being a fellow videographer, you always worry how you will jell with the photographer. I assure you, these 2 will be a blast to shoot with! They’re a dream team for any couple of vendor!
Brock Adams Visuals LLC, 3 years ago
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Captured By KP 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Ames, IA
  • Offer

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. Every couple has a unique story, and my goal is to help you relive yours for years to come through images that evoke the same emotions you felt on your wedding day. Being in Business for 6years with over 120 Wedding shot across the country.

Captured By KP was an excellent choice for our wedding photography. From our initial consultation, they were very informative and helpful, answering all of our questions and making us feel comfortable throughout the process. On the day of the wedding, their professionalism and expertise really shone through - they seamlessly captured all the special moments without ever feeling intrusive. The final photos turned out absolutely beautiful, with a perfect balance of posed and candid shots that truly reflect the joy and love of our special day. We couldn't be happier with the high-quality work Captured By KP provided, and we would highly recommend them to any couple looking for an exceptional wedding photographer.
Zen T., 18 days ago
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Amelia Renee Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Ames, IA

✨WHY✨ I’m a professional photographer is because I believe that your life has PURPOSE. and a story to be captured & remembered. Life is short, and memories fade… but a photo can last for lifetimes. So, let’s hang out and eat pizza on rooftops or dance on a country road in the headlights! I want to help you make & capture memories of your unique & beautiful life, and slow down for a few minutes to enjoy the moments we're living in NOW! When I'm not working, I love a good book, chasing sunsets on beaches, skiing in the mountains, or watching Parks & Rec for the 8th time! Please email me via my website contact form to connect! ☼ ☼ ☼

I'm a wedding videographer and I've worked with Amelia a handful of times in the last 3 years. She's so passionate about what she does and her couples. She does a great job with running a wedding day, is experienced in many different kinds of situations, and has so much joy for her job!
Lauren, 3 years ago
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Elizabeth Ann Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Ames, IA

Hey friends! My name is Elizabeth and I’m a midwest photographer for the free-spirited. I call Iowa my home, but I’m always up for an adventure. My passion is capturing raw & organic moments to remember for a lifetime. I love being able to show your story by taking candid photos while being authentically you. Everything from the excited tears before the “I do”, to the laughter during toasts, my images bring back these memories for a lifetime. I’m a lover of life and people, and these two combinations make the most amazing pictures.

Awarded Best of Zola
Liz did our engagement photos and our wedding photos. Both turned out phenomenal. Great turn around time, she double checked to make sure we got all the poses we wanted. Very responsive when I reached out! Will work with her again in the future :)
Courtney H., 2 months ago
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Prest1ge Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Ames, IA

Ever since I can remember, I've been captivated by the power of a single moment to tell a whole story. As a wedding photographer, I get to capture those fleeting, special moments that make each couple's love story unique. With over 4 + years of experience, I blend artistry with technical skill to create images that are not only beautiful but deeply meaningful.

Caleb captured so many great moments from our wedding day! He helped the day to run smoothly, was easy to work with throughout the day, and went out of his way to get the shots we were hoping for! We are so excited to have his photos to look back on and cherish for years to come!
Heidi S., 2 months ago
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Jason Snorlax Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Ames, IA

Jason "Snorlax" Cun is an all around photographer that currently resides in Los Angeles, California. He was raised in the heart of Los Angeles, where he found his calling in photography. He aims to capture the beauty of the world and the people in them. He has recently begun his travels around the U.S capturing the life of those within that city.

I met Jason at a conference and learned that he does photography. When years later I got married, I remembered how intrigued I was with how photography style and the gorgeous landscape shots he would take. I asked him to fly out from California to shoot my wedding in North Carolina. He is kind, prompt, responsive to messages, and accommodated me on my wedding day. He made me feel comfortable and had fun ideas for shots of my wedding party. I would recommend Jason to anyone who needs a professional photographer for their event! Jason is one of a kind!
Jennifer N., a year ago
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Blackcap Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Ames, IA

I am lucky; I get to do what I love for a living, have a ton of fun doing it, and meet a lot of great people along the way. It's a bonus that I get to also travel a lot for it as well. I hope to always bring that enthusiasm and fun to every wedding as well. I tell myself before every wedding to treat it like it was my very first. I do only weddings, and I only do 30 per year. This lets me focus on my couples and their weddings, and to tell their stories completely. Over 400 weddings spanning 12+ years. And I have never missed a one. Not even late. I may not take myself too seriously, but I take my commitment to my couple seriously.

Awarded Best of Zola
Cody is not only an amazing person, but he also does absolutely incredible work. From the first time we met Cody, you could easily tell how passionate he is about what he does and the couples he gets to work with. He went above and beyond to capture our special day, and we are so grateful to have had him as our photographer. We could not recommend Cody enough!
Kylie, a year ago
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Wild Elegance 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Ames, IA

Hello hello! My name is Marie and I am the owner and photographer for Wild Elegance. We are a brand for adventurers, for lovers of life, and genuine people who love those little moments between the moments in life and seek out truth over perfection. Your marriage is unique because of the relationships you have with the people you choose to celebrate with. Spending my day with you and your closest family and friends brings me such joy, and creating art out of some of the best moments of your life is something I am truly honored to be a part of for so many.

Awarded Best of Zola
Knowing how much of a financial investment a wedding photographer was going to be, I did not take my decision lightly. I reached out to several companies and had several questions when determining who would be the right fit. And I have to say, Marie was by far the most understanding and compassionate during that process. While many photographers seemed annoyed by the (many) questions I would ask before booking, Marie was patient and very thoughtful with her responses -- she even took time to arrange a phone call with me while traveling! And during that phone call, she made sure I didn't feel rushed and that she answered all questions I had fully, it truly felt like I was talking to a friend. That was when I made the decision to book with Marie. Beyond that, when booking the session for our Engagement photos, she brought several creative and adventurous ideas to the table and had the PERFECT locations to take us to. We had a blast together. I would recommend Marie to anyone looking for a photographer who is friendly, compassionate, accommodating and just a joy to be around.
Katie, 10 months ago
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Emilee Meador Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,295
  • Serves Ames, IA

I love a good love story. There’s nothing I enjoy more than photographing the kind of love that sets the soul on fire. Or capturing the excitement that comes from saying ‘yes’ to forever with your best friend. I’m empowered by the couples who are passionate about life but don’t take it too seriously. The ones who crave adventure and aren’t afraid to blaze their own trail. Who value connection and intentional conversation while making the time and space in their relationship to grow in love and as individuals.

There are not enough words to express how grateful we are that Emilee and Dan were a part of our wedding day. When searching for vendors to work with, my goal was to find people who would support a calm, grounded, flexible wedding day. With Emilee I hit the absolute jackpot. Her and Dan took the time to get to know us, to understand our values, personality and vision to collaborate on capturing a deeply personal experience. My husband and I are not fans of stiff, posed or inorganic photos on our wedding day, but instead wanted to capture who we are and our community. Emilee's approach did exactly that. She is flexible, willing to pivot at any moment and had amazing ideas from the start of our engagement shoot. Neither my husband and I are very comfortable being photographed and she immediately put us at ease. Emilee QUICKLY sent us 30 photos from our wedding as a sneak preview of our gallery and we instantly fell in love with every single one. We had so many friends reach out to us telling us how much they loved our photos and several people asked how they could reach Emilee for their own wedding day! We cannot wait to see our whole gallery. Please book Emilee you will not be disappointed!
Ellie P., a year ago
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Kiersten Franks Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Ames, IA

Heyyy there! I’m Kiersten, the founder and creative force behind the lens. Born and raised in West Virginia, this beautiful state is what I call my home. I’ve developed a love for traveling across the United States, and I’m excited to expand my adventures internationally in December 2024. I’m passionate about capturing that best friend type of love—the real, raw, and candid moments that make your relationship unique. On your wedding day, my focus is on documenting your authentic selves, from those emotional first looks to cozy moments during golden hour. And I’m all about the pops of color!

From the very first moment I met Kiersten, I knew she was the perfect choice to document our wedding. Her warm and engaging personality made us feel completely at ease, allowing us to truly enjoy every moment of our special day. The way she captures the essence of a moment is nothing short of magical. Her romantic style effortlessly highlights the love and joy shared between us and our guests. Each photograph tells a beautiful story, filled with emotion and grace. We were especially impressed by her ability to capture candid moments, turning fleeting seconds into cherished memories that we will treasure forever. Her attention to detail and genuine passion for their craft are evident in every shot. Whether it was a quiet, intimate exchange or a lively dance floor scene, she managed to capture every moment. In addition to how talented she is, she brought a sense of calm and joy to the day. Her friendly demeanor and approach made us feel like we were in the best hands possible. We couldn't have asked for a more dedicated and compassionate photographer to be a part of our celebration. If you're looking for a photographer who will not only deliver stunning, romantic images but also add a touch of warmth and personal connection to your wedding day, we wholeheartedly recommend Kiersten. She is truly one of the sweetest souls.
Heather, 6 months ago
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Haley Electra Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Ames, IA

I’m a wedding photographer in Des Moines, Iowa. I want to help document your happily ever after. When I’m not shooting weddings, I enjoy spending time with friends, writing, and reading good books. Weddings hold a special place in my heart, and I would love to help document your special moments.

Haley is amazing to work with! We needed extra help for health reasons and Haley jumped in to help where she could. She delivered photos exactly how our contract stated and in a timely fashion. One camera of ours broke during the photoshoot and Haley in no time was there to step up to help us take care of the issue. She is a true Life Saver! Couldn't have gotten through the day without her!
Kelcee Stewart, 2 years ago
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Laura Nichole 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,999
  • Serves Ames, IA

I’m Laura Nichole! Welcome to my little nook of the web. From local Iowa venues to crossing state lines and flying over country boarders, I have had the blessing of capturing timeless moments of the most amazing humans you could ever meet! Can I be your biggest fan?? I want to capture your favorite memories, the highs, the lows, and everything in between, so that when you look at your images you can remember exactly how you felt in those moments. I want you to see just how captivating and special you truly are.

Laura is an extremely talented and skilled photographer. You can tell that she has a passion for her craft and really enjoys being behind the camera. I am a wedding DJ and have not only gotten to work alongside Laura for a few weddings but I was her DJ for her wedding. So I have firsthand experience of her genuine personality, her infectious smile and her caring spirit. As a photographer she goes above and beyond to ensure the couples day goes smoothly. She does a great job with coordinating the logistics of the timeline while capturing all of those special shots and moments. I wholeheartedly without a doubt recommend Laura for engagement and wedding photo's.
DJ DAS Entertainment, a year ago
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The Love Life Crew 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Ames, IA

At the LoveLife Crew, we believe in capturing love, joy, and the unique essence of your special day. Our crew of talented and fun individuals thrives on being the best part of your wedding, ensuring that every moment is infused with good vibes and genuine smiles! We are dedicated to creating stunning, timeless images that you'll cherish forever. Let us help make your day amazing with our passion, creativity, and personalized touch!

Maggie and the Love Life Crew are the best! They are all so talented and easy to work with. They are incredibly professional, flexible and organized. As a wedding professional myself I get to work with a lot of photographers (exceptional and average) and I can confidently say that the Love Life Crew is top notch all across the board. I can't wait to work with them again in the future and would highly recommend to any couples in search of a photographer!
DJ D., 2 months ago

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About wedding photographers in Ames, IA

How much does a wedding photographer typically cost in Ames, IA?

A Ames, IA wedding photographer ranges from $750 to $4,800 and averages at $2,500. The cost reflects the number of hours included, if there is a second photographer, any prints or albums, and, most importantly, the experience of the photographer. But every snapshot they take is a priceless memory of your big day — way better than your bestie's blurry smartphone pics, right?

Do most photographers include a second photographer?

91% of photographers in Ames, IA offer a second photographer, although it typically depends on the package you book! Second photographers are helpful because one person can’t be everywhere at once, and the second photographer ensures all the details are covered.

Which are the most popular photographers in Ames, IA?

Some of the most popular photographers in this area include Captured Group Photo + Video, Imagesxpert Media and Ashley Cynthia Photography.

What else should I keep in mind when booking a wedding photographer?

Are you interested in an engagement shoot as a test run? Drone photography? Wedding albums? All helpful things to ask about when you’re considering which wedding photographer to book!

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