The Best Wedding Photographers in Big Rapids, MI

The Best Wedding Photographers in Big Rapids, MI

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439 Wedding Photographers in Big Rapids, MI

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Kelly Jo Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Serves Big Rapids, MI

I am a Grand Rapids and Destination Wedding Photographer based in West Michigan. I value giving you back your memories through images that capture genuine smiles, shared laughter, unspoken glances, and an amazing wedding experience. With over 250 weddings of experience you can be sure that your day will be documented beautifully!

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I recently had the pleasure of working with Kelly Jo and her daughter Taylor, and I can’t speak highly enough of their work. From start to finish, they captured every moment of our wedding with such skill and artistry that it truly felt like they were able to freeze time for us. Their eye for detail and ability to capture both candid and posed shots were nothing short of magical. On the day, they were incredibly professional and personable; making everyone feel at ease and ensuring that the whole experience was enjoyable. They captured the special moments of the day while being so flexible and the photos are absolutely breathtaking! The quality and creativity of their work exceeded all our expectations and have left us with memories that we’ll cherish forever. If you’re looking for a wedding photographer who can deliver stunning results and make your day unforgettable, I wholeheartedly recommend Kelly Jo Photography!!
Audra B., 2 months ago
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Ten Thirty Four Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves Big Rapids, MI
  • Offer

I started my photography business having a passion for capturing pure emotions and real life moments. I love capturing the essence of people, love and the characteristics that define them both. Being able to visualize a bond between people and bring that to life through a photo is what I set out to do, no matter what moment I am capturing!

Ten Thirty Four photography was super easy to work with! We have worked with her for our engagement photos, collage graduation photos, another fun photo shoot downtown Kalamazoo and our Wedding! Every photo shoot we had done had cloudy weather, and Liz did an amazing job working with the lighting and everything to ensure our photos were super special for us! Liz was great and her photos are perfect! We cannot thank her enough! We highly recommend her!!!
Alex and M., 8 months ago
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March81 Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Big Rapids, MI
  • Offer

Your wedding day, not like anyone else’s but yours—bold, vibrant, and unforgettable. How will you capture these memories for a lifetime? At March81 Photography, we tell your story like no one else can, blending candid moments with epic, cinematic poses. We capture the real stuff—the laughter, the energy, and every perfectly imperfect detail. Then, we turn those memories into custom heirlooms, from wall-worthy portraits to handcrafted albums, so your love story can live on forever. Because your love deserves more than ordinary.

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March81 is one of our very favorite photographers to partner with on weddings for our clients! They have an approach that is deeply personal and focuses on preserving the essence of your wedding day with a blend of classic and contemporary styles. They’re also great to work with, and brilliant collaborators.
Unnamed Films, a year ago
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Jessica Max 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,200
  • Serves Big Rapids, MI
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I am a storytelling and documentary elopement and wedding photographer based somewhat in Ludington, Michigan. I'm obsessed with nature, rocks, travel, and documenting everyday life. I love art & live music. I went to school for architecture and ended up obsessed with photography. I homeschool my kids and we spend most of our free time hopping from mountain bike parks to national parks to lakes between Michigan, Arkansas and Arizona and everywhere else we can.

Jessica does more than take great photos, she makes the whole experience great! I messaged her on a whim about elopement pictures, I had found her work on a blog post and fell in LOVE! She worked quickly to find a date that worked for us both. She was more than just a photographer, it felt like she was my wedding planner. She sent information on boutiques to find a dress, vendors, and hairstylists. She always kept in touch whether through messaging, phone calls, or meeting in person. When the elopement day was finally here, she made sure to meet up with me before getting ready. When I didn’t like my updo, she got her own styling tools to help me fix my hair. It felt like I had my best friend there, not a photographer. She knew all the right locations for photos and was extremely adaptable when things didn’t go as planned. She was very go with the flow, but always present, which I appreciated. The turn around time for my elopement album was very quick, maybe 3 weeks max. They were flawless and exceeded my expectations! I will be using her again!
Mollie B., 10 months ago
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Treehouse Studios Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,300
  • Serves Big Rapids, MI
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Hi! I’m Karly, and capturing wedding days is a dream come true for me! I love it so much and I cannot wait to help you bring your vision to life! If you want a photographer who feels like an old friend, and seamlessly blends into your celebration while documenting all the candid emotion and directing the editorial moments you are dreaming of, that's me! I’m all about connection, legacy, and family. My clients rave about how easy I am to relate to and how I make everyone feel comfortable in front of the camera.

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Treehouse Studios Photography was an absolute delight to work with for our wedding day! From the start, their communication style was fun, professional, and creative. The quality of their work was truly stunning - the photos they captured were detailed, professional, and exceeded our expectations. One example of how they contributed to our special day was that the photographer made sure to get couple shot with our direct family members who we had forgotten to include. Additionally, the sneak peeks we received were gorgeous and came promptly. We were greatly impressed by the value of their services, as the pricing was very reasonable for the amazing photos they delivered. I would highly recommend Treehouse Studios Photography to any couple looking for a talented and dedicated wedding photography team.
Jessica, 5 days ago
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ignited Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Big Rapids, MI

ignited Photography is a husband and wife photography team specializing in on location natural and studio lighting. With over 17 years photographing weddings together, we are passionate about love, life, weddings (and each other)!

I am so grateful we booked ignited Photography for our wedding! Heather and Kevin played an absolutely massive role in making our day perfect. Heather took the time prior to our initial consultation phone call to look into sunset time for our wedding day and helped me build our wedding day timeline from there. They were readily available by text, call, and email leading up to the wedding. In fact, they were our primary source for finding other vendors! Heather and Kevin not only did an amazing job photographing our day, but they acted almost as wedding day coordinators as well. They helped smooth any last minute kinks that came up and guided us through certain aspects of the day we had not even thought to prepare for (such as how to hold the cake cutting knife). Early in the reception, my husband accidentally stepped on my bustle and ripped out the button. Heather immediately pulled me to the side, pulled a sewing kit out of her bag, and fixed my bustle right up. There were so many other small details Heather and Kevin attended to the day of, that it would be impossible to list them all. ignited Photography is simply THE BEST and you should ABSOLUTELY BOOK THEM!!!!!!
Hannah G., 5 days ago
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KarunaPhoto 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $1,100
  • Serves Big Rapids, MI

Hi, I’m Tracy Grant. The photographer behind KarunaPhoto. I photograph Traverse City weddings, families, events, commercial work, and people/events all over northern Michigan as well. Do you want someone who puts you at ease, help you have fun during photos, and creates beautiful images for you? If you envision a calm force on what can sometimes be a hectic day, that's me. Maybe you have a special location in mind for photos? Services are personalized to you. I love to help in any way I can.

Tracy is wonderful to work with and a very talented photographer. I have worked with her at a variety of events from weddings to specialty dinners to a chef's potluck. She always brings a smile and a lot of care and professionalism to each job. I am always excited when I see her company on the vendor list!
Stephanie Wiitala, 3 years ago
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Juan Photographer 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,600
  • Serves Big Rapids, MI

Hello, I am Juan Amezquita, a professional photographer with over 9 years of experience in the field of wedding photography. My Instagram is juandaphotos_ I take great pride and joy in capturing the intimate and magical moments that make each wedding unique. My passion lies not just in creating beautiful images, but in the opportunity to be a part of a couple's special journey into marriage. I believe that every picture holds a story, and I am here to help tell yours.

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I am so glad that we found you and that you were our photographer for the wedding! You did such an amazing job with the photos. All of your photos really do speak 1000 words and they each tell a beautiful story! I can’t thank you enough for how kind and fun you were and how patient you were with me and my crazy groomsmen! I hope you had as much fun as we did! If there any couples scrolling through his photos trying to decide if this is the photographer for you, the answer is 10000x YES!
Faith & R., 2 months ago
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Once Like a Spark Wedding Co. 

4.7

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,845
  • Serves Big Rapids, MI

More than a decade ago, two sisters - knew there had to be a better way to allow talented photographers and videographers to focus on what they do best -- create gorgeous art -- while providing couples with better support in the planning process. Together, they created an all-inclusive, stress-free environment where couples can choose from talented local photographers and videographers and work with a small team of planning experts equipped and eager to make everything a success. With the pressure gone, you can truly enjoy your big day. Relax and rest assured that all the emotional and moments will be documented with unmatched quality.

From the very first interaction, the team at Once Like a Spark Wedding Co. was incredibly responsive, patient, and detailed in their communication with us. On our wedding day, their incredible attention to detail was evident in the stunning photos they captured. They were constantly checking in with us throughout the reception to make sure we were getting all the shots we wanted. As a couple who isn't always comfortable in front of the camera, Mario made us feel at ease and was able to create the exact type of photos we had envisioned. Our wedding day was truly unforgettable, and we have Once Like a Spark to thank for preserving those memories so beautifully. We would absolutely recommend them to any couple planning their big day!
Dominique A., 2 months ago
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Latek Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves Big Rapids, MI

Hi! I’m Connie! First of all congrats!🍾 ✨Thank you for visiting my profile and considering me as your photographer! I am so excited for your big day! Here are some things you might wanna know! I’m not typical photog- I don’t just arrive on your day, leave after few hours, and deliver few months later! I’m there for all the moments leading to the big day! You can hit me up any time- we can brainstorm all the ideas, timelines, all the tiniest details! I am a fan of Pinterest vision boards, sending each other tons of messages and be open about EVERYTHING! This is your day! Let’s make it all about YOU!

Awarded Best of Zola
I had an incredible experience working with Connie from Latek Photography for my wedding! Her communication style was quick, friendly, and understanding throughout the entire process. The quality of her work was truly astonishing - the photos she captured were breathtaking and exceeded all of our expectations. She very clearly understood the architectural vision for our photos and knew exactly where to take us to get the most stunning shots. She was also so easy to work with and never pressured us into anything we weren't comfortable with. I would highly recommend Latek Photography to any couple looking for a professional, easy-going and truly remarkable wedding photography experience.
Kirstie L., 3 months ago
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Arrae Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,400
  • Serves Big Rapids, MI

My name is Amanda Montgomery and I am Arrae Photography based out of Grand Rapids, Michigan. The name Arrae (pronounced [uh-rey]) came from my first initial and my middle name, Rae, added an extra r and made a new word. I wanted something unique that was also me, the idea came to mind one day and it just fit. Being a photographer is all I've ever wanted to do with my life. When I was 12 I saved up my babysitting money to buy my first 'big time' camera. I formed Arrae Photography in 2003 as a part-time venture while I worked at local photo labs, went full time in 2008.

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Amanda and her partner did an AMAZING job capturing our August 2024 wedding. My husband and I were blown away when we saw our gallery. She is a joy to work with and I highly recommend Arrae Photography to any couple.
Sarah C., 2 months ago
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Promani Weddings 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Big Rapids, MI

Hi! At Promani Weddings, we are a local wedding media team that specializes in capturing the magic of wedding celebrations. Led by owner and accomplished photographer/filmmaker Benjamin, our dedicated team of talented photographers and videographers excels at transforming your special day into timeless memories. In thanks to high demand from all of our amazing couples, we have established incredible teams in Michigan, Tennessee and North Carolina!! I can't wait to hear from you and learn more about your wedding.

We worked with Promani Weddings for our wedding photography. We spoke with Ben originally to set up the contract. He was very accessible and prompt to respond to our questions. Our photographer for the day was Malak. She was amazing! We love the photos from the day and are so grateful we will have these memories for years to come. Aside from gorgeous photos, she was also a lovely person and incredibly kind. She made sure we got each of the photos we wanted, was flexible when changing around the order of the shot list, and she had some great ideas for locations given it was a somewhat wet and overcast day from the rain. We are so very pleased – thank you for capturing our day so beautifully!
Monica N., 6 days ago
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Oury Memories 

4.8

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves Big Rapids, MI

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!

Awarded Best of Zola
I had an incredible experience with Grace as our photographer for a couples photoshoot turned surprise proposal! She was not only sweet but also incredibly creative, suggesting great poses and capturing beautiful moments. Grace took the time to understand our vision as a couple, and her thorough research showed in the stunning results. Plus, she went the extra mile by timing the sunrise for us, ensuring our pictures were absolutely perfect. I can't thank her enough for making our special day even more memorable with her talent and dedication. Highly recommend her for any photography needs!
Gouri, a year ago
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Ledd Lens LLC, Photo and Film 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Big Rapids, MI
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We are team of traveling wedding photographers and videographers. For 2024, we have 90+ weddings booked in 29 different states. Our shooting style is photojournalistic, natural, CINEMATIC to traditional. Our editing and style depends. Very easygoing and flexible depending on the client's preference. Our team is dedicated in delivering memories.

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., 4 months ago
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Abigail Saalfrank Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Big Rapids, MI

You are probably assuming my about me section will have a story about how I always wanted to be a photographer, I came out of the womb holding a camera, but that couldn’t be me. I stumbled into it, literally. I had no plans to become a wedding photographer. I was either going to follow my dad’s path and go to dental school, or become a social worker. But a freshman in college decided to shoot a few photos for fun, and now over eight years and almost 200 weddings later, I could not imagine myself doing anything else. This is my dream job!

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Abby wasn’t able to travel to my wedding but she sent her assistants and she edited the photos. It went absolutely perfect. The photos were beautiful and I got so many meaningful photos with my family and his family that I wouldn’t have thought to get. I sent her draft of a timeline and the photographers printed it out and had it to make sure the photos I wanted got done. They were absolutely amazing. Thank you so much to Abby and her team.
Paige L., 2 months ago
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Heather Christine Photo + Film 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,950
  • Serves Big Rapids, MI
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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. I have an associate team specifically trained to go and take on more couples! The only thing that's different on your wedding day is you see a different face! 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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You know when you meet someone and it feels like you've been friends forever? That's Heather for you! Heather is fun, kind, warm, and will be your ultimate hype girl! Aside from being an awesome human, Heather is a talented photographer. Don't know how to pose and feel super awkward in front of a camera like me? No worries, Heather's got you! She'll direct you on how to stand, how to put your hands, how your face should look, give you hot tips... all of it! She also has a sharp eye for beautiful landscapes. You're in good hands and will have cute photos, I promise. In addition to Heather, we were lucky enough to work with her videographer, Andrew, and another shooter from her team. The entire HCP team was so fun to work with you and will put you right at ease. I've gotten to do 3 shoots with Heather to date and am incredibly pleased with how our photos have come out. In fact, I haven't even gotten the final album for our wedding yet (just previews) and i'm STILL impressed! If you have the opportunity to work with this team, take it. I couldn't recommend them enough.
Phi B., 4 months ago
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Ashley Cynthia Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Big Rapids, MI
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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 (and new places to binge eat at).

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She is so incredibly sweet and made us feel so good on our wedding day. The photos turned out absolutely beautiful! I am so grateful I found her!!
Hannah H., 5 months ago
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Emily Kyle Photography 

4.8

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Big Rapids, MI

Hey! I’m Emily, (and Kyle is my middle name, in case you were curious). I'm your cat loving, adventure chasing, ride or die friend and photographer on your wedding day and beyond. I am all about the relaxed and real, here to preserve your moments, not poses. I want you to relive the heartbeat and the happily unplanned of your wedding or elopement day with your future family, over and over, which is why your love will be exquisitely, candidly, and genuinely captured, leaving you actually having fun instead of holding a cheesy smile. I'm Detroit-based with roots in Baltimore, Maryland and LOVE to travel, so I'll go anywhere your love takes you.

Awarded Best of Zola
Emily was outstanding!! She's so friendly and very talented. With the package my husband and I picked, we got to spend time with her during our engagement session and also had a one on one meeting to go over our wedding day schedule. We really got to know her and genuinely enjoyed spending our wedding day with her. Even guests committed on how fun yet professional she was. We 100% recommend!!!!
Charlotte A., 5 months ago
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JWhitehorn Media 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Big Rapids, MI

I produce professional photography & videography. I'm creative & self-motivated. I will use my years of experience in digital media communications to provide you with quality, professional, & affordable production.

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Jeron was fantastic throughout our entire engagement and wedding process! He was super communicative, professional, and knowledgeable which was a huge stress relief throughout all the planning. He did our engagement photos too as part of our package, and was even able to find us a second photographer last minute for the wedding due to our time constraints. He is a 10/10 person to work with, and we are SO happy with our photos!
Sarah B., 2 months ago
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Amative Creative 

4.9

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $4,800
  • Serves Big Rapids, MI

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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Amative Creative did our wedding and the preview pictures are PERFECT. I am so happy I booked them! The vibe is everything I wanted, and they were super responsive the entire time!! 1000000% recommend!
Jayla G., 3 months ago
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Anngye & Juan - Photography & Videography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Big Rapids, MI

We’re a husband-and-wife team with over 5 years of experience capturing weddings together 🥰. Our love for each other fuels our passion for filming and photographing those special “I do” moments. When you book with us, you’re getting a team that puts as much heart and care into your wedding as we would our own. Being a married couple means we bring shared ideas, a deeper understanding of timing, and a lot of fun to every shot. Experience the joy of working with a team united by love for each other and for the art of storytelling. With us, you’ll find an incredible balance of quality and value.

Anngye & Juan - Photography & Videography were a joy to work with on our wedding day. Their communication style was happy, formal, clear, detailed, and amazing from the very beginning. The quality of their work was simply the best - they captured every special moment with perfect composition and creative ideas that made us and our guests feel completely comfortable. Anngye & Juan truly helped make our wedding day the best it could be with their professionalism and passion for their craft. We couldn't be happier with the beautiful photos and videos that will allow us to relive our celebration for years to come.
Emma & T., a month ago
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Lume Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Big Rapids, MI

Hi, I'm Andrea. I'm a full-time photographer based in the wild north of Michigan's Upper Peninsula. I specialize in nature elopements and small, intimate weddings in the UP and throughout the state of Michigan. My biggest passion is to be able to document your love story in creative, hauntingly beautiful, timeless images for you to keep forever. And give you an experience that allows you to relax, be yourself, and savor all the moments without pressure.

Awarded Best of Zola
Andrea was so helpful and amazing ! She knew exactly how to make us feel comfortable getting photos done and she knew how to find the best ways to get the best photos ! During covid she was able to change her plans to help us when we had to downgrade our wedding and she was helpful and gave us advice when needed ! I love My wedding photos and couldn't ask for anyone better !
Tabitha B., 3 years ago
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Millennial Lens Photography LLC 

4.8

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Big Rapids, MI

Based in Flushing, Michigan, Millennial Lens Photography is a wedding photographer dedicated to capturing precious moments. I will work closely with you to best achieve an intriguing, intimate style befitting your special union. Specializing in elopements and micro weddings, they offer lifestyle photography infused with emotion and earthy tones.

Awarded Best of Zola
What can I say about Amber… I could not have imagined a better photographer for our wedding! She was professional, excellent at communication prior to our big day, and best of all FUN! She was SO good with our kids and so accommodating. She legitimately felt like one of our guests while still somehow managing to capture every beautiful moment of our day. We have only seen our preview so far (just got marrie two days ago) but every single photo is gorgeous. Amber, I sincerely hope you read this and know how much we appreciate everything you did for us. You made me feel, and look, like a goddess, even though I had no idea what I was doing. I could not have asked for anyone better to capture our special day, and I can never thank you enough!
Reanne A., 4 months ago
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Love Knot Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Big Rapids, MI

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.

Awarded Best of Zola
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., 5 months ago
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BTP Media Group 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,300
  • Serves Big Rapids, MI

I’m Barry Daley, a photographer and videographer with a passion for capturing life’s most unforgettable moments. For over a decade, I’ve been honored to document weddings and milestones, preserving the heartfelt details that make each story unique. With me, you’re not just a client—your memories mean as much to me as they do to you. I’m here to make you feel at ease, capturing the real, beautiful moments that tell your story. My goal is simple: to create lasting images and films that, years from now, bring back every emotion of your special day.

Awarded Best of Zola
Barry is amazing at capturing real authentic moments on your wedding day. Plus he is funny and a great person to be around.
Blck Heart Media, a year ago
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Wild + Free Photos - Michigan 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Big Rapids, MI

Ever since childhood, I’ve been captivated by the power of photos and the stories they tell. Growing up, I’d lose myself in family photo albums, fascinated with freezing moments in time led me to photography, a medium that became my canvas for expressing emotions and creativity. What fuels my passion for wedding photography? It’s the profound belief in the power of love stories. In a world where adult milestones are fewer, the journey of marrying your best friend and soulmate stands out as a core memory. I find immense joy in capturing the moments when love, support, and celebration intertwine, creating memories that last a lifetime.

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Wild Free Photos - Michigan was the perfect photographer for our wedding day. From the very beginning, their communication was outstanding, with perfect and timely responses to all of our questions. They were super understanding and nice throughout the entire process, making us feel comfortable and confident. Their work is truly beautiful, with a style that captures the timeless romance of it all. We loved that they offered a boudoir shoot instead of a traditional engagement session - it was such a special and empowering experience that allowed them to make us feel beautiful. Overall, Wild Free Photos provided incredible value and we are thrilled with the stunning photos that will allow us to relive our wedding day for years to come.
Saige S., 9 days ago
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Chelcie Lou Photography 

5.0

  • Starts at $6,000
  • Serves Big Rapids, MI

Voted Best Detroit Wedding Photographer by Channel 4 News Detroit 2023. Metro Detroit Photographer. Based in southeast Michigan, but I'll meet you anywhere. Specializing in Weddings near and far, Engagement Portraits, Lifestyle Portraits, Newborn Portraits, Branding and more.

Awarded Best of Zola
Chelcie and her team were an amazing addition to our wedding day. From the very beginning, Chelcie was great at communicating, and helpful - she made the entire process seamless. She helped create our day-of timeline and even helped with some of our wedding stresses. The quality of her work is truly genuine, capturing all the candid and special moments that made our day so incredible. Even including our engagement shoot! Chelcie and her team went above and beyond, checking on both of us throughout the day, making sure we stuck to our timeline, and even arriving and staying longer than expected to ensure they captured every moment. Chelcie is so passionate, and it really shows in the beautiful photos that we'll cherish forever. She even brought us drinks, helped fix my hair and dress, and made sure Chase and I were taken care of all day long. Chelcie Lou Photography is our forever photographer, and we couldn't recommend her more highly!
Emily S., a month ago
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McKenzie Blaszak Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Big Rapids, MI

My mission is to freeze your milestones forever in time. I vow to make our experience together comfortable, full of laughter and unique to you! I truly mean it when I say that I want to be your friend. I will get to know you, encourage you and cheer you on as you navigate life.

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McKenzie was everything I could have asked for in a photographer. I spent a lot of time looking through photographers in the area, as having nice photos to look back on was super important to me. We don't live near where our venue was, so I was a bit nervous about not being able to meet the vendors ahead of time, but this was not a problem at all. McKenzie was very communicative and video called me for our meetings, was up front about the costs and payments, and honestly just so so sweet. I genuinely felt like she was just as excited about my wedding as I was. Her positive attitude was so reassuring and I knew right away that we made the right choice. On our wedding day, she gave great direction for posing, which was super helpful as our bridal party (bride & groom included) were not very experienced working with a professional photographer. I have a pretty big blended family, and McKenzie was so helpful organizing everybody and making sure everyone looked their best for photos (even making it work when some family members made things complicated). We had a videographer as well that McKenzie had never worked with before, but you couldn't tell that they had just met that day, as the worked so well together. When people were at risk of interrupting our photos, she kindly asked them to move, and snuck me out for sunset photos during the ceremony with ease. We had our "sneak peek" photos sent to us only a few days after the wedding which were so sweet to look at during our honeymoon. She even included a sweet card in our card box. Not only is she talented, but she is kind, helpful, understanding, and it felt like I was working with a friend (despite basically being strangers). These are photos I will have to look back on to remember these moments forever and I am so grateful I chose the right photographer. I would highly recommend McKenzie to anyone looking for a wedding photographer, or a photographer for any service she offers.
Hannah C., 2 months ago
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Bonie Weddings | Photo + Video 

4.9

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,750
  • Serves Big Rapids, MI

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.

Amy and Yegor of Bonie Weddings traveled from California to Arizona at no additional cost! Our experience with them for our small wedding was exceptional from beginning to end. They provided great ideas to make our day truly wonderful, and every photo they captured was stunning. We working with them again for our future photography needs!
Labbaf P., 10 months ago
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Natural By K.Britton 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,400
  • Serves Big Rapids, MI

I see the world as photographs. I am always looking around and seeing beauty in everything. I picked up my first camera at a very young age, but officially started my photography career in 2013, going full time 2019. I want to be your life long friend & photographer who will be there to capture all of the precious moments of your life even beyond your wedding day. I was honored to be voted the #1 photographer in the Tri-Cities area 2023 by "Community Votes Saginaw, and I was also chosen as 1 of 10 amazing photographers to become a part of the Nikon Creators fam.

From the moment we booked Natural By K.Britton for our wedding, she was easy to work with and responsive to all of our questions. On the day of the wedding, she was incredibly helpful, ensuring we stayed on schedule and captured all the special moments. The photos she delivered were absolutely beautiful, truly amazing and perfect. We couldn't be happier with the quality of her work and how she helped make our wedding day so special.
Chantal K., 22 days ago
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Bellocq Weddings 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,495
  • Serves Big Rapids, MI

Are you frustrated with combing through page after page of the same old cliche'd wedding photos? Looking for something classic and timeless but with a bit of an edge? We got you. I've been creating wedding day memories for over a decade now. New Orleans. Chicago. Minneapolis. The PNW. NYC. We travel all over this country, and even internationally, when the right opportunity presents itself, documenting love stories for our amazing couples. Our goal with each new wedding, is not to be just good or “good enough”--the goal is to be world-class, one of the top wedding photography teams in the world. Each couple helps us accomplish this.

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Working with J. Roman was a dream! We won an engagement shoot with J and quickly knew we wanted him as our wedding photographer after an engagement shoot that was so fun! He delivered hundreds of photos that we loved. His range is amazing; from moody and dark, to vintage and chic, to glam and bright, all the versions of photography you crave for your big day, J covers! We were open to J's eye when it came to moments and he worked seamlessly on our big day--him or his team never felt intrusive to a special moment. The raw emotion of the wedding day was captured so beautifully-we get to relive such a momentous day over and over through his art. He was incredibly professional, was very easy to work with and was so helpful in planning. J has delivered amazing results: 2500 photos for our wedding, which we received in exactly 3 weeks. We received the first short video within 4 weeks of the wedding as well for his photography and videography package. So grateful that we booked with J Roman and would recommend his over and over again!
Melissa B., 5 months ago
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Portraits By Mandy 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,800
  • Serves Big Rapids, MI

Hi, I'm Mandy! I'm happiest at home with a cup of coffee (heavy on the cream & sugar), watching some HGTV (Fixer Upper anyone?!) & flipping through Instagram, with my beagle, Jack, snuggled on my feet. I love exploring new places with my sweetheart, Shawn, trying new foods, craft beer, coffee dates, Michigan autumns, and, of course, PHOTOGRAPHY! Thank you so much for stopping by my page. I wouldn’t be here if it wasn’t for you all, and I appreciate each and every one of you!

Mandy has been taking photos for us for 10 years now. A whole decade!! She has captured every single special moment we have had as a couple, from dating to our two year olds birthday photos. She has been there every step of the way to make sure we remember these special moments through our photos. Her photography skills are nothing short of amazing. She captures the best details in every shoot, and is a joy to work with. Not to mention her turn around time for receiving your finished photos is SO FAST!! If you’re still deciding which photographer to choose for your big day, look no further. Mandy is the one!!
Emma B., a month ago
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Elle & Co Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves Big Rapids, MI

I am a luxury destination photographer based in MICHIGAN, COLORADO & FLORIDA! I am ALL over Michigan and all over the nation! I have a home in Lansing, Holland & Traverse City. I travel all over Michigan capturing my clients from Lansing to Grand Rapids to the west coast of Lake Michigan to Mackinac Island & Traverse City to all metro Detroit! I have a second home in Vail/Summit County, CO as well as Clearwater Beach/Tampa. This allows me to be local to multiple places and states! This career is so much more than just showing up and taking photos. It's emotion, it's detail, it's getting to know my clients and capturing each of them uniquely.

Dani did our wedding in 2022 and we have already had 3 more sessions with her and another on the books for this year. We also did our engagement session with her before we were married :) We are so thankful she has been someone that can document our lives as we grow!! She is AMAZING to work with and her photos are pure magic. It's really something that we haven't gotten bored from using her through the years, haha. But seriously, she seems to offer something a little different each time and oh my gosh we are still so blown away everytime we get our photos back from her!! We've even sent more of our family to her so she's basically become our whole extended family photographer :D
Lena , 7 months ago
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Alivia Gray Studios 

4.8

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Big Rapids, MI

I captured my first wedding in August of 2018, it was the day I fell head over heels in love with wedding photography. It's all about capturing the love story for me..the feels from beginning to end. When you book with AGS, you're signing on for an adventure. Your engagement session is a celebration full of us getting to know one another, lots of laughter, and having fun! As your wedding nears closer AGS will help with your timeline, connect with your vendors ( or introduce you to some of the best) and help plan out the perfect photo locations, along with any other needs to create the perfect day.

Arleigh and her team are beyond amazing! It’s as if your best friend is behind the camera and helping you every moment. Arleigh and Jordan went so far and above what I could have ever imagined. They jumped in with whatever last minute things needed assistance and made my family feel so at ease. Their love for what they do and ease with everyone comes through without a doubt. I didn’t expect to find such an amazing person to capture all the little moments in our lives, but I not only found that, but someone I plan to keep as friend as well!
Lexi, 2 years ago
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Meininger Media LLC 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Big Rapids, MI
  • Offer

I’m Katy, a Michigan based wedding + event photographer who loves to travel. I’ve been photographing weddings since 2016. My love for photography started out when I was about 6 years old. I’m a huge goofball, so if you’ve ever thought “I’ll be too awkward in photos," I know what you mean. We can be goofballs together, and I promise I won’t let you look awkward in any of your photos. A little more about me: I'm a foodie. Send bar/restaurant recommendations please! I spend a good portion of my time at concerts when I'm not photographing anything. I'm also a HUUUUGE Detroit Red Wings fan!

Katy is AMAZING! Our photos turned incredible and were everything we dreamed of. Not only that, Katy was such a wonderful part of our day. We had a very small wedding and every person that interacted with her or saw her working was obsessed with her. All I heard the following day was how great she was and how fun she made the day. I wish I could get married again to have her so my pictures again!
Emma, 5 months ago
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Dj Harrington Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,900
  • Serves Big Rapids, MI
  • Offer

Michigan-based insured photographer! Available worldwide for weddings and elopements. All packages include two photographers (Husband and Wife team) and we also offer videography services, and other add-ons like film or polaroids, and more. 2024 has limited availability remaining, and we are currently booking into 2025 and 2026.

D.J. & Ashley photographed our engagement pictures and also photographed our wedding day. For this entire journey leading up to the wedding, their communication was so spot on, because they understand what it’s like to plan a wedding and how stressful it is to think of the little things. They were constantly sending words of advice, encouragement, and so many awesome ideas! On the day of the wedding, they arrived early to the room I was getting ready in and it was like the second they showed up, every single wedding day jitter I had just flew out the window. They made everything feel so natural and easy, and honestly so much fun! There is no one I would recommend more than this amazing husband/wife duo, because honestly they made our entire wedding 100x better! To top it off, after the wedding they gifted us a box with the sweetest candid Polaroid pictures that brought me to tears. It was all just absolutely perfect! They also got us our sneak peaks immediately after the wedding, they were all just so perfect and beautiful! These two will forever be my go-to photographers and I encourage everyone to choose them for any event! D.J. & Ashley, thank you for going through this entire engagement/wedding journey with us. You two were an absolute blessing and we honestly just can’t thank you enough!!
Hayden K., 11 days ago
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Paint My Mind Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,800
  • Serves Big Rapids, MI

I’m Brittany, a laid-back, candid and colorful photographer in Kalamazoo, Michigan. I love working with ALL couples, but especially have a soft spot for non-traditional weddings. My gays, weirdos, ADHDers, D&D players- I'm your girl. Let's connect over our shared passions or fandoms- I'm a lover of all things spooky, Halloween, books, cats, oat milk lattes, Star Wars, and continuing education courses.

Awarded Best of Zola
From the moment we first spoke with Paint My Mind Photography, we felt an instant connection. Their communication style was friendly, to the point, and quick - exactly what we needed during the busy wedding planning process. On the day of our wedding, they seamlessly blended into the background, capturing all the special moments in the most beautiful, candid way. The final photos exceeded our expectations - they are truly the most beautiful wedding pictures we have ever seen. Paint My Mind Photography has a great eye for posing and really helped us feel at ease, as if we had known the photographer for years. We cannot recommend them highly enough for their down-to-earth professionalism and incredible talent.
Karolina, a month ago
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Kaitlyn Carter Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,250
  • Serves Big Rapids, MI

I am a travel photographer based out of Louisville, Kentucky. I have always been the friend with the camera admiring those around me. I am truly captivated by people simply being people, always finding beauty in human connections and the REAL. My goal is to be a calming presence, help the day run smooth, and ensure everyone in front of the camera feels COMFORTABLE. I lean toward documentary style photography emphasizing what makes your love unique.

Awarded Best of Zola
Kaitlyn Carter Photography was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding. From our first interaction, Kaitlyn was responsive, easy-going, but also very professional, putting us at ease throughout the entire process. On the day of our wedding, her calm and friendly presence was so comforting, and she captured every moment beautifully - from the small, intimate details as we were getting ready to the larger, posed family shots. The quality of Kaitlyn's work is simply stunning, with a documentary-style approach and gorgeous natural lighting that perfectly encapsulated the passion and love of our special day. We are thrilled with the photos from our engagement session and wedding day and couldn't recommend Kaitlyn Carter Photography more highly.
Marina G., 15 days ago
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Mythical Exposures Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves Big Rapids, MI

✨Your love story starts here..💍✨ I’m so glad you're here! I’m a photographer with a love for life, laughter, and capturing moments that make you smile. Whether it’s a backyard wedding, a wild adventure, or the little moments that make life so sweet, I’m all about bringing out the real you. Specializing in capturing the authentic, wild, and whimsical moments that define your unique bond, I believe every couple has their own brand of magic—and I’m here to bring that to life. Whether you’re laughing together on a mountaintop or holding hands in the quiet moments, I’m all about celebrating the real, the raw, and the beautifully imperfect.

Mythical Exposures Photography was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding day. Her communication throughout the planning process was clear and informative, which helped put us at ease. On the day of, she captured every little detail of our special day, from the decor to the candid moments between my husband and I. The quality of her work is absolutely stunning in every photo - we are thrilled to have such beautiful memories to cherish. She is amazing to work with and we would highly recommend Mythical Exposures Photography for any couple's big day.
Kansas T., 8 days ago
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Birchfields 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $5,200
  • Serves Big Rapids, MI
  • Offer

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 months ago
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Kelsey Combe Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Big Rapids, MI

I live with my husband Clayton, our two little kids, & our sweet little puppy, Xander. I love coffee, seltzer, attempting to learn to play the guitar, & wine. Mainly, I live & breathe weddings. I adore the challenge & joy of shooting your wedding day- capturing every little moment of your day is my very own marathon and I absolutely live for it. So much so that if you want to share every wedding detail with me, prior to the big day, I'm all for it!

Hiring Kelsey Combe Photography was one of our best decisions throughout our wedding planning process. From the beginning her communication was prompt and it was clear that she cared. She even reassured me throuhought the planning process, when I was doubting other wedding vendors abilities. She’s incredibly easy to get along with and made us feel so comfortable and natural in front of the camera. Her work is beyond beautiful and timeless. I am over the moon thrilled with how she captured our special day (and engagment photos)! She is truly a master at what she does!
Sarah I., 2 months ago
Faith Rowley Photos 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $6,100
  • Serves Big Rapids, MI

At Faith Rowley Photos, we create art that captures the raw beauty of life’s fleeting moments. Through the interplay of emotion, light, and connection, we reveal the essence of your celebration—unscripted, authentic, and profoundly real. Our work is not about posed perfection, but about preserving the soul of your story, crafting timeless images that allow you to relive the magic of your day for years to come. For those who seek more than just photographs, we offer a rare opportunity to witness the beauty of truth in its purest form.

I can’t put it into words how amazing of a person and photographer Faith was for our wedding July 2024. From getting engaged, to picking a venue, and trying to find our next most important vendor (photographer) it was stressful. Once we found Faith, i was passed feeling stressed and i was feeling relieved. She understood my vision, was receptive to my opinions. Faith was available for phone calls and answered so many questions i had along the whole way. She helped me with things big and small, and the day of the wedding her magic really began. She made me, my fiancé, bridal party and family feel SO comfortable, and my fiance said “i feel like a model” because the way Faith was directing and perfecting every shot. She made it fun, and memorable and we couldn’t have imagined our day without her. She was on her feet all day, hustling and was always excited to capture that next shot and hype us up. AND THEN WE GOT THE SNEEK PEAK, and i had to pick my jaw up off the floor. I was and still am speechless at her work. She captured moments we thought we would forget one day, and now we never will. Faith is everything we could have wanted and more. Thank you Faith for all you do. Can’t wait to book you for baby showers, birthday parties and have you be apart of our life’s crazy journey!
Penny B., 4 months ago
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Timeless Imagery & Media 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,400
  • Serves Big Rapids, MI
  • Offer

Lover of all things photography. I have been a photographer for over 10 years and love what we do. I have an amazing team that helps me out. My husband also second shoots with me. I like to say you get two professionals for the price of one. I try to offer quality at a reasonable cost. I know photography can be daunting for some people and my goal is always to put people at ease.

Timeless Imagery & Media were the most excellent wedding photographers we could have hoped for. Their communication style was superb - they provided beautiful guidance and direction that made us feel at ease throughout the day. The quality of their work and storytelling was of the highest caliber, capturing all the special moments and details that made our wedding day so unique and memorable. They helped us stay on time and knew exactly when to step in to take photos and when to let us enjoy the celebration. We couldn't imagine our day without this talented and caring team, and we would 100% hire them again in a heartbeat.
Laura, 2 months ago

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About wedding photographers in Big Rapids, MI

How much does a wedding photographer typically cost in Big Rapids, MI?

A Big Rapids, MI wedding photographer ranges from $400 to $6,300 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?

95% of photographers in Big Rapids, MI 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 Big Rapids, MI?

Some of the most popular photographers in this area include Imagesxpert Media, Ryheem Williams Photography 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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