The Best Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in Dayton, MN

The Best Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in Dayton, MN

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Lucien Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,650
  • Serves Dayton, MN

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

Awarded Best of Zola
Trisha and her husband were a joy to work with! They made the wedding day photo planning process as stress free as possible! Trisha knows how to capture the best photos even if her prompts may sound silly! We absolutely loved our sneak peek that was delivered the morning after! We highly recommended Lucien Photography!
Allison & S., 10 days ago
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Fox & Loon Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Dayton, MN

Whether you decide to elope in the woods or have a glamorous party with all of your friends and family, what matters most on your wedding day is that it authentically and uniquely celebrates your love and allows you to be true to yourself. Your wedding day doesn’t have to – and shouldn’t – be stressful. You don’t want to feel like you are putting on a show for anyone. You just want to be with your partner and the people that you love most in the world, celebrating the fact that you found your person. I'll be there with you every step of the way making sure you have the best time! Based in MN, but ready to travel the world with you.

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We had our engagement pictures done with Fox and Loon and we’ve gotten so many compliments on them! They made our shoot so fun and put us as ease as people. Having two photographers is also a HUGE plus!! Their communication is clear and friendly and we’ve known what to expect at each step of the booking process. Our photos were turned around in a very timely fashion and turned out so beautiful! We can’t wait to have them photograph our wedding!
Kelcie, 3 years ago
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Erica Johanna Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,800
  • Serves Dayton, MN

Hello! I'm Erica and I am based in Minnesota and Wisconsin but travel all over! I love fun adventures, traveling to new places, meeting people and learning about their unique experiences - a big part of why I love photography! I specialize in wedding and engagement portraits and love serving my couples!

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I had the most wonderful wedding experience. Working with Erica from the beginning I knew she had it all taken care of. Starting off with price, she had multiple packages for all different needs and budgets. Our package included the engagement session which was a great lead into what the wedding day would be like. Erica never rushed or pushed us to do things we didn’t want to do. She was very considerate of what we wanted as well as knowing what we didn’t know we wanted! We received our engagement photos back in record time which was very helpful with sending invites out and such. The wedding day was smooth sailing. Erica arrived early and got right to work, she new exactly what she needed to get done to stay on time. I really appreciated her attention to time as well as her calming presence, I think that’s why I stayed calm too. There was nothing distracting during the ceremony, Erica and her partner were sneaky and quiet during the whole thing which I also appreciated looking back because I’ve been to weddings where the photographer sort of steals the show with distractions. As far as the rest of the day Erica knew exactly what photos had to be done and kept us on track, if not ahead of schedule! We had plans to greet all the guests at their tables and get a picture but it didn’t work out as I thought it would so Erica quickly solved the problem and had us take a group photo with ALL 200 guests and got the most awesome photo that we will remember forever. I would recommend Erica Johanna photography to anyone looking. Do you want someone organized? Done. Do you want someone with a calm demeanor? Done. Do you want someone with extreme talent for getting the most beautiful photos? Done! She does it all and I couldn’t be more happy with my choice to have her for my wedding
Julie, 2 years ago
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Bellocq Weddings 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,495
  • Serves Dayton, MN

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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J.Olson Weddings 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Dayton, MN

In all facets of my work, I always strive to tell a story. For weddings, that means telling not only the story of an event - but one of two people who’ve spent countless hours together. Your photos should be a direct reflection of your relationship - timeless, emotional, and authentic. I believe in keeping things simple and work in a way that allows you to appreciate your day and its details, while I capture everything in a modern journalistic style. I want you to be able to relive the moments of your wedding, both seen and unseen, with your photos. Photography isn’t just my career, it’s my life, and I can’t wait to make it part of yours.

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Josh is the full package! You don't need to worry about a thing with him, he just gets it. He can tell what you value and care about and knows exactly how to capture the moment. He's cool calm and collected, and helps to guide you without making your day feel like a goofy photoshoot. On the lead up to your day, you can expect direct and clear communication. Photos arrived exactly on schedule. Expect lots of compliments from anyone who sees your photos!
Marina H., 6 months ago
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Bonnie Drake Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,100
  • Serves Dayton, MN

I've been passionate about documenting and creating since I was a little girl running wild in the suburbs of St. Paul. I would steal my parent's film camera and take dozens (okay maybe hundreds) of blurry photos of our dog. In high school, I spent babysitting money on a polaroid and then finally my beloved point and shoot, which was my favorite accessory for a night out! I was gifted my first DSLR in my early twenties, and that changed the way I looked at the role photography played in my life. What was always a beloved hobby became my passion, and I've never been happier.

Awarded Best of Zola
I've had the pleasure of working with Bonnie several times in the last year with her as my second shooter. She is on time, friendly, and a great person to work with. Her work is also great and I can always trust that her photos will be a great addition to my own! She'll absolutely be a great addition to your day; I wouldn't ever hesitate to hire her!
M Wilson Photography, 2 years ago
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Wildly Connected Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves Dayton, MN

Hi! I'm Anna and I’m a queer wedding photographer who specializes in LGBTQIA+ weddings here in MN and all over! I’m an adventurous soul who loves to get lost in the wilds of nature. I approach my photography the same way. Every shoot and every wedding is a new adventure. Sure, we might have a basic roadmap, but I want us to be open to exploring the lesser-traveled trails and the secret paths that line our route. That’s the kind of thing that’s going to make your wedding totally unique to you two! I'm a human just like you and I want to make all HUMANS feel totally comfortable around me and my camera. So let's connect and share some kindness!

Awarded Best of Zola
Wildly Connected did an absolutely amazing job with my wedding. Anna and all of the photographers are the sweetest, most considerate people you will ever meet. My husband is camera shy and we still got incredible photos!! The whole team was super perceptive to exactly what we wanted, and I got my entire wedding album back in less than a week. 11/10 book them now!!!!!!!
Devin D., 5 months ago
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Jessica Holleque, Photographer 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Dayton, MN

I am a full-time film photographer and ceramic artist. I bring a calm, intentional, artful lens to whatever medium I am practicing, including wedding photography. I want images to feel a bit undone, honest, and full of life. The images that would be a treasure to find dust covered in a shoe box years and years from now and would tell an honest story of who you were and how you loved.

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Not only have I worked weddings with Jessica in the past, but I hired her to shoot my wedding this past September, and it wouldn't have been the same without her. I think that alone says a lot, but Jessica is a pure wizard when it comes to photography. Her skills at capturing all the candid moments with friends and family is impeccable, and she really allows space for your individuality as a couple to shine through (as opposed to canned pose after canned pose). I don't know how she made our photos look like pieces of art in addition to capturing the essence of our relationship, but like I said, she's magic.
Courtney, 4 years ago
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Eric Turner Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Dayton, MN
  • Offer

Hey there, I’m Eric! Originally from Nebraska, I now reside in Minneapolis with my wife, three dogs, cat, and a bunch of reptile friends. Outdoors is my passion, whether hiking, biking, climbing, or camping, rain or shine. While I love capturing weddings in the heart of the Midwest, I’m always ready to travel across the country for a unique celebration. Elopements, especially, have a special place in my heart—there’s a thrill in capturing those intimate moments, wherever they may be. I've found love in documenting portraits, especially of couples, discovering a certain magic in their connection and the uniqueness of each love story.

Having Eric as a photographer is like hanging out with an old friend. He put this camera-shy couple at ease immediately, made us laugh, and always had great suggestions for posing to help get the best results possible. He came prepared with ideas for shots and scenes, and his videography was so unobtrusive we almost didn’t remember it was happening! He is quick to respond to questions, has an amazing eye for color and composition, and is generally just a really positive presence on a day that can otherwise be pretty stressful. Don’t sleep on Eric — you’ll be so glad you hired him!
Leah & R., 11 days ago
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Render Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves Dayton, MN

Welcome! I’m Britt and I am the gal behind the lens at Render Photography. I love traveling, napping, embarrassing my kids, and horses, whiskey, and LOVE. My idea of a life well-lived is one where I get to help others see the love they have in their lives, and to give them something that helps them feel it and remember it more fiercely. I love stories and I’d love to help tell a chapter of yours.

Awarded Best of Zola
As a venue, we search through every single photo we can find - always looking for opportunities to share past events with upcoming couples. Render photography stands amount amongst the rest with extremely gorgeous and elegant shots. Not to mention the professionalism! We couldn't recommend them enough for your big day!!
Landmark Center, 4 years ago
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Hiropix 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Dayton, MN

Photography is more than a career to me, it's my passion. I want to give you an inspired photographic experience. ‍ Your wedding images should tell your story, not mine or anyone else's. The images should evoke the raw and honest emotions of the love you share. Through my lens, I strive to faithfully translate the love and emotion you feel into timeless and genuine images, so five, ten, or fifty years from the future you can relive that day the same way you experienced it. The timeless photographs will become your treasured and preserved works of art, ready to be gathered together in an album or hung on your walls.

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Hiropix was a great photographer to work with. We wanted a photographer who was great at candid event shots, and we were very pleased with what Kenny did for us. He requested an initial consult to get to know us and our style, and then a follow-up as the wedding got closer. The day of the wedding everyone was forced to be flexible due to some ill-timed rain/hail, and Kenny was great at getting the families together for portraits between storms. The digital photos were all delivered in an easy user-friendly package. If you are looking for a creative and personable photographer, we recommend Hiropix.
Christiaan M., a year ago
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Mycah Bain Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,450
  • Serves Dayton, MN

Capturing your beautiful & intimate moments is why I do what I do. Whether it's the brush of a hand, a first look, or an inside joke whispered at just the right time... I am constantly seeking to capture those beautiful moments. Those real, stunning and timeless moments that make up YOUR relationship. However, I pride myself on being more than a wedding photographer – As someone who has been an intimate part of over 200 weddings, I vow to be your number one hype woman, your timeline planner, your moment of zen, your personal cleavage taper, your family wrangler, your time pauser, and your memory keeper.

If you are still looking for a photographer (no matter the occasion) stop right now and hire Mycah!! Mycah did our engagement pictures, COVID small ceremony, and finally our real wedding & reception in July 2021...and every single picture is beyond perfect. I am still getting compliments to this day of how wonderful Mycah was during my whole wedding. She knows how to get everyone's attention and listen to her directions for big group photos -even that family member that tries to control the situation! We had a huge group of friends, not a wedding party, and Mycah was able to get the most amazing pictures of the entire group (think 35+ people! ). She thought of every picture that I would never think of asking her to take. She is the kindest, easiest to talk to, most caring person you want at your wedding to take your pictures. We are not the most comfortable people in front of the camera and are super awkward but Mycah makes you feel at ease AND you end up looking so natural when you get your pictures!! I have no doubt that I will be asking Mycah to take photos of my family for the rest of time. She is super talented at what she does and you will love every picture she takes!!
Anna and S., 3 years ago
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Erin Dahlin Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves Dayton, MN

Hi all, I’m Erin! I’m a wedding photographer based in Minneapolis but I’m always up for a destination or travel wedding/elopement. I feel my favorite images are always ones that are captured vs manufactured and embracing the true interactions between the couple, their friends and family. I LOVE love and I’ll probably cry at your wedding, all those feels get me.

Awarded Best of Zola
I can't imagine anyone better to work with for our wedding pics. Erin effortlessly met our vibe and helped us keep everything calm, cool, and moving right along. She was essential in helping us nail down a timeline that maximized our priorities but also resulted in an incredible variety of photos that perfectly captured the day. We ended up with so many photos we loved that our moms scheduled a day to reminisce on the wedding and go back through the pics together. Everything 10/10, can't recommend enough!
Lisa & D., 2 years ago
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Storyteller Co. Wedding Photo & Video - Digital & Film 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Dayton, MN

Capturing how your wedding celebration felt. Minneapolis wedding photo & cinema duo - specializing in artfully candid, documentary style captures of immersive nuptial celebrations. Hybrid digital, film, & super 8mm.

Kayla & Zach - WOW!!! We feel so lucky that our paths aligned to have you a part of our incredible vendor team for our wedding. It was an absolute pleasure working with you. Leading up to our day, they were SO responsive in communication - there was never a question that went unanswered. To someone who is from the wedding industry, that meant the world to us as we never felt unimportant. Kayla & Zach’s level of communication and care for their clients is truly appreciated. We felt so special, from the day we met with them in our consult, to the super sweet welcome gift. Even the days leading up to our wedding - every interaction was so kind and special. The speed in which we received clips and sneak peeks back was amazing, and it kept the excitement levels high with us, and our guests!! It has been so fun to keep reliving the memories as they post to their social platforms. We could not recommend Storyteller Co. more!!! Thank you for creating such special keepsakes for us for years to come. Thank you a million times over, Kayla & Zach!! We are grateful to know you!!!
Adrienne G., 4 months ago
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Rachel Lynn Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Dayton, MN

MY APPROACH IS CREATING NATURAL MOMENTS, BUT REALLY CAPTURING THE MOMENTS IN BETWEEN. MY STYLE IS EMOTION-FILLED, RADIANTLY JOYFUL, WARM, AND FULL OF FEELING. You are looking for a photographer that will stand by you as your friend on your wedding day - someone you can trust. You are looking for images that you can show your kids & grandkids someday - images that have a story that goes with them! You are ready to let loose at your session, and be completely yourself. You are ready for an adventure....

Rachel and team was the perfect photographer and I am not just saying that! They made the day so much fun with our wedding party and families and we got the sneak peaks back right away the next week. You can tell she has a ton of experience, she made you feel like you have known each other forever and super comfortable if you are awkward with getting photos taken and just a great person on top of it. Our engagement photos were so beautiful as well. I would 100% recommend to anyone looking for A photos and a great experience. Thank you Rachel and team! 3
Dana S., 2 months ago
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Laura Alpizar Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,500
  • Serves Dayton, MN

I want to create with you a time capsule: a way to transport you back to your wedding day and how it all felt. I believe photography is the purest form of storytelling. I live for the unrehearsed, beautiful and genuine images. Those filled with pure joy and even tears. I also know how to help you treasure those family photos (your family ROCKS!) and capture all the details that become so precious. Your story is AMAZING and I can't wait to be there to celebrate together!

Laura has captured every part of our wedding journey from the proposal to our engagement photos to our wedding day. She is the sweetest soul and consistently puts out amazing photos. My husband and I are not natural in front of the camera but she always made us feel so comfortable. We brought our dog to both our engagement photos and our wedding. He’s not great in front of the camera either but she was able to get some of my favorite shots of both days with him behaving for 30 seconds at a time.
Melissa S., 4 months ago
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Mariah Joy Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,800
  • Serves Dayton, MN

I’VE BEEN A PROFESSIONAL THIRD WHEEL FOR 10 YEARS. Yup, crazy I know! I've joined countless couples in their adventures of love. Why? People are my passion. Photography sprouted out of my desire to connect with people and make it known to the world that every human has equal worth and beauty. I dabbled in photojournalism before I fell in love with weddings. When I was in Kenya I had the privilege of documenting a few weddings, and that's when there was a SPARK.

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I first met Mariah doing henna for her at a local cultural event, she had such passion for cultures and photography, and was such a genuine and happy person! I followed her work knowing that one day I'd like to work with her. When a few years later I was planning my own multicultural wedding, (and launching my wedding decor business), Mariah was the perfect fit. Knowing that she had knowledge and experience and more importantly passion for the craziness of cultural weddings/events was huge. She took the time to meet with me and my fiance to go over what we wanted, what the focus of the event should be, how we were doing our wedding, answering all our questions, giving us suggestions, etc. Even though as usual on the wedding day some things were running late, and we were getting antsy with the picture taking, she kept her calm, kept us laughing, and made it easy for us to enjoy the moment. We received so many amazing pictures of us, of our friends and family, and such great captures from our wedding day and the events beforehand. Could not be happier with how the day went and how the pictures turned out (I just wish we could have posed all day and had more awesome pics)!! She truly captured the joy we felt that weekend - and she was feeling it through the weekend as well!! It was a blast working with her team!
John + R., 4 years ago
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Rock N' Roll Wedding Club 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Dayton, MN

I've been shooting unique, non-traditional, very-traditional, queer, straight, weird, normal, sexy, just-plain-fun weddings for over a decade now. Don't think your wedding falls into that category? Don't be so sure. Your unique love deserves to be documented whoever that may look. If you want bad-ass photography that stands out, all while having fun doing it, we're what you've been looking for. Let's connect. We'd love to hear your love story.

I haaaate having my photo taken. I was super anxious about the whole process going into it. It takes a certain amount of trust to let someone photograph you... Jay and his Bellocq team were A from start to finish. We were blown away by A) the sheer amount of photos given back (they don't cap their packages at certain photo counts) and B) how seamlessly the entire collection flowed together from start to finish. We couldn't have asked for more. We will definitely be re-booking them for our family photos (first baby on the way!!!) in the future. Jay is incredibly kind and fun to be around, and just puts you at ease. That is the first thing you'll notice when you meet. Can't recommend Bellocq enough!!!
Brandi G., 5 months ago
Vick Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Dayton, MN

Here at Vick Photography, we want to give you the ultimate wedding experience from start to finish. We live for the happy moments that keep you curious and we are here to listen, laugh, and create intentional photographs for you. I have been photographing weddings for over 15 years and can't wait to bring you into our Vick Photography family.

This is long because we can’t figure out how to describe how amazing Vick is- If you’re searching for a photographer who is a true artist, will make you laugh, help you remember to take a breath and savor the little moments, aid in corralling your family (including the furry kind of family members) and friends, and go above and beyond in every way to help the wedding process proceed seamlessly seriously stop searching. Andrew Vick is the real deal. He made everyone feel at ease in front of the camera, and did so much for our wedding aside from taking beautiful pictures. He helped everyone coordinate, fixed dresses, captured all the moments we wanted, and especially the ones we didn’t know we would look back at and absolutely treasure. It has taken us a long time to try and write a review that will accurately describe his incredible work, and what a wonderful person he is. This review still doesn’t do him justice. Words can’t describe how amazing our experience with him was.
Eleanor G., a year ago
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Tiger Lily Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Dayton, MN

I want to give you a one-of-a-kind experience and a radiant confidence in who you are, both inside and out. As a photographer, I believe that every person has a remarkable story that deserves to be shared. I believe that authenticity is art and that honest images are the most beautiful. I make it my mission to craft a unique session for each client that truly highlights their personality and preserves it in timeless photographs that can be treasured for decades.

1000% hands down, you must hire Tiger Lily Photography! I just love love love love love Emily. She just shot our wedding this month. There are no words to describe how much I appreciate her. Down to the smallest details…she shows up with an energy you cannot put into words. She even had a pulse on when I could use a water throughout the day and would deliver it to me without me even asking. She is always one step ahead of anything and truly everything all day long. She is a calming presence, stayed on the timeline without an ounce of stress involved, always checked in to make sure both my husband and I were not feeling rushed. She seriously is the absolute best! The best part is that her photos are absolutely phenomenal and speak for themselves, she is so talented. Looking through our wedding photos allows me to relive the best day ever, all thanks to Emily!!
Michelle S., 2 months ago
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Eivan's Photo & Video 

4.9

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,149
  • Serves Dayton, MN

We offer a personalized experience backed up by more than 33+ years in business delivering high quality, creative photography and video on time and within your wedding budget. We are experts in photojournalism, offering couples an unmatched level of value for their wedding photography and video services.

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Hiring Eivan’s for our wedding was a great decision! Our photographer Gregory I was professional and FUN! He kept us smiling throughout the day with his quirky personality! My fiancé does not care for photos so I’m happy we had someone working with us who could make him comfortable. He made sure to get multiple images even if it was just “one more”, it was never one more! We had actually hired a different photographer and we replaced him with this company. Worth the stress and money! If I had any tips for the company, it would be to have your photographers give a 30 minute warning before their contracted time is up. Weddings are so busy for the bride and groom, it is very easy to lose track of time. I think clients would appreciate a little heads up just so they can try and capture any photos they may have missed. Other than that, I have ZERO complaints. Such an amazing experience! 10/10 highly recommend :)
Melanie T., 22 days ago
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George Street Photo and Video 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,295
  • Serves Dayton, MN

George Street Photo and Video has one story to tell: Yours. With over twenty years of experience, our award-winning team has been lucky to capture thousands of weddings for our couples across the United States. Specializing in both wedding photography and videography, we offer affordable and customizable packages starting at $1295 that are designed to suit your unique vision and budget. We even offer a fun style test to help us match you with a photographer that aligns with the vibe of your day.

I have thoroughly enjoyed working with this photo and video team! I began working with the wedding coordinator, Nora, who was very informative and helpful throughout the process! My only concern was the fact that I was not able to know who my photo and video team was before a couple weeks before my wedding! As a wedding planner, I like to plan things ahead of time and make sure everybody is on the same page without questions or issues so that the day moves smoothly! Thankfully, once I received my photo & video team’s information, they were so eager to help and learn about my wedding day! Sarah, Brian, and Bobbie were the dream team! They got everything that I could’ve wanted captured on my wedding day and more! They went above and beyond to make sure that my wishes were granted, and the lighting was perfect and everything! They were really easy to work with and made sure to get the job done quickly so that we were able to thoroughly enjoy our day! We received our photos from our wedding day a few weeks ago, and we are absolutely in love with all of them! I love the organization that they put the photos in as well as adding additional photos such as candids and other photos that were captured throughout the day! When we received the wedding videos, it was like we were reliving the day all over again! So amazing to be able to rewatch the ceremony, speeches, and dances with my loved ones and reminisce! 1000% recommend!
Kimberly R., 7 days ago
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Ledd Lens LLC, Photo and Film 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Dayton, MN
  • Offer

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 provided exceptional photography and videography services for our wedding. From start to finish, their communication was clear, prompt, and stress-free. On the big day, the photographers and videographers blended seamlessly to capture all of the special moments without ever feeling intrusive. The end result is a gorgeous collection of photos and a wedding video that far exceeded our expectations in capturing the joy and love of our special day. We couldn't recommend Ledd Lens more highly for any couple looking to preserve beautiful memories of their wedding through top-notch photography and videography.
Lisset M., 4 months ago
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Heather Christine Photo + Film 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,950
  • Serves Dayton, MN
  • Offer

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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We cannot say enough good things about Heather and her team. I discovered Heather in a bride group and knew that I just had to have her as my photographer. I expected beautiful photos, but we got so much more. Heather and her team made our wedding era so wonderful. She treats you like a best friend she’s known her whole life. Not to mention her team’s passion for travel. Heather and Andrew traveled 6 hours each way for our engagement photo shoot, then again for our wedding. Their attention to detail and passion for real-life photos really makes the perfect wedding album. They captured every important moment. We are so thankful. We could not recommend the team enough!
Emily R., 8 days ago
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Bellagala Photography 

4.9

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Dayton, MN

Your photographer will be one of the most important vendors you select, period. The photographers that Bellagala has hand-selected all have a photojournalistic base but have also developed their own sense of style, and a skill set that is unique to each of them through years of shooting weddings. Each of our wedding photographers, even at the Apprentice level, are subject to a thorough evaluation process before being invited to join the Bellagala team, and we ensure they have a solid record of client service and a strong creative portfolio. We promise you will love their work.

Awarded Best of Zola
We booked Andrew Parfenov through Bellagala as our wedding photographer and couldn't be happier. We were looking for a photographer with a strong visual voice and a good mix of non-traditional/dramatic portraits and photojournalistic (candid) photos in their portfolio. Andrew brought the drama, the joy, and so much more! From the get-go, Andrew was a delight to work with - he shot our engagement photos and helped us find and arrange a venue for them - and immediately set us at ease. He goes above and beyond to get the perfect shot, the perfect lighting, the perfect pose. On our wedding day, Andrew took the lead on finding locations for photos around our venue, posing us/our bridal party/our family, and finding moments for candid shots at the reception. Multiple family members have reached out after the wedding to tell us how much they enjoyed Andrew's approach and how at ease they felt with him. If you're considering Andrew for your special occasion, book him - we can't recommend him highly enough!
Alyssa Z., 5 months ago
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Mind Of Mo Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,595
  • Serves Dayton, MN

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

Maurissa is such an amazing human being! We could not have asked for anyone better to be our wedding photographer! We knew we loved her the minute we met her for our engagement session last winter. She is very outgoing, friendly and honest! She has been very responsive in communication from the beginning. Maurissa goes above and beyond just being a photographer. She made sure everything was lined up, provided a timeline for all the vendors, made sure to get every "must have" photo. Maurissa also helped make sure we enjoyed OUR day. I was very worried about the timeline and being behind on everything but she made sure to remind me that there is no timeline and this was our special day so anything we wanted she would make happen and the guests would be okay entertaining themselves until we were ready! We also got our sneak peaks back already and are so obsessed and cannot wait to see the rest. Maurissa will definitely be showing up in our future because we love her!!
Jenny S., 14 days ago
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BTP Media Group 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,300
  • Serves Dayton, MN

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 such a pleasure to shoot with. Every photoshoot has felt like a treat rather than a job. The shoots are filled with laughs, professionalism and courtesy. Barry is always early and shows me the pictures as we shoot so that I can see how I look on camera. I’ve always received my pictures back the same week, if not sometimes the same day.
Arielle T., a year ago
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RKH Images 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves Dayton, MN

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

Awarded Best of Zola
Tracy & Kyle are fantastic artists and teammates! They made our wedding experience such a fun journey every step of the way and we were blown away by how fantastic all of our photos turned out in both our engagement and wedding day photos. We met with them in-person twice for consultations and felt so comfortable talking with them and sharing our experiences as fellow wedding-industry workers. The rate at which we received our photos after our engagement shoot and our wedding was perfect! They sent a few samples that showed the quality and attention to detail, and the remaining complete albums were sent within a week! So fast but so much attention to detail and great editing. We also loved their blog posts as a way to share photos with friends and family and we enjoyed browsing other couples' albums as well! As a same-sex mixed race couple, we really appreciated their wide portfolio of diverse couples of LGBTQIA and BIPOC clients.
Ashley N., 5 months ago
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Keighla's Fresh Face Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves Dayton, MN

Since 2010, Keighla's Fresh Face Photography has been dedicated to providing custom, modern portraits for clients. I pride myself on pushing my creativity and skill to bring each client an experience and result as special and one-of-a-kind as they are. Keighla's Fresh Face Photography is owned and operated out of a home office in Carver County, MN. Some of the most frequent places I go include: Waconia, Cologne, Carver, Chanhassen, Edina, Wayzata, Eden Prairie, Minneapolis, Rochester and Duluth, Minnesota. Ask about our travel opportunities and we'll chat!

Keighla’s Fresh Face Photography was wonderful to work with. She truly captured our wedding day exactly as we remember it! She helped with keeping our timeline flowing. She was patient, responsive, organized, easy going, and best of all helped my husband and I pose in a way that did not look posed. Neither of us are very comfortable around a camera and she made the overall experience so much more enjoyable! Definitely recommend!
Mary, 8 months ago
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Dakota Layne Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,250
  • Serves Dayton, MN

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

Awarded Best of Zola
I can’t say enough positive things about Dakota. From our initial meeting to receiving our final pics, we had the best experience. Dakota is extremely talented, kind, bubbly, energetic, a girl’s girl, and detail oriented. She helped us plan our day of schedule and followed it to a T. She worked quickly and efficiently but didn’t sacrifice quality. I’d recommend her to anyone and everyone. Can’t wait to work with her again in the future!
Jamie B., 4 months ago
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Caz Isaiah - Cinemotion 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Dayton, MN
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I'm Caz Isaiah, a New York City + Los Angeles based wedding photographer, but you can find me in a different city and country every week of the year capturing unforgettable moments in time. I shoot in a cinematic and timeless style making sure to capture raw and candid moments that will make your day look feel a movie. I have over 200,000 followers on social media as well as 10 of millions of image/video views so you can be assured who you’re working with. Let’s create something captivating! Caz Isaiah - Cinemotion Photo

Caz’s pictures are truly absolutely STUNNING he did for us! From start to finish he was incredibly kind and easy to work with. I felt absolutely no pressure and would recommend him to anyone as their wedding photographer. I love the cinematic and candid vibes of the photos. He was always quick to reply and take care of any questions I had. I can’t thank Caz enough for capturing once in a lifetime memories that I’ll always be able to look back on. If he’s available book him now! Thanks Caz!
Briana, 9 months ago

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About wedding photographers in Dayton, MN

How much does a wedding photographer typically cost in Dayton, MN?

A Dayton, MN wedding photographer ranges from $750 to $6,500 and averages at $2,800. 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?

93% of photographers in Dayton, MN 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 Dayton, MN?

Some of the most popular photographers in this area include Eivan's 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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