The Best Wedding Photographers in Ely, MN

The Best Wedding Photographers in Ely, MN

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272 Wedding Photographers in Ely, MN

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Loui Photography LLC / Loui + Co 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $7,000
  • Serves Ely, MN

Like many people, I spent 10 years within corporate America and although I am thankful for my experience, it wasn't feeding my soul. I can be honest and say that I learned so much- my customer service skills, high-level organizational & strategy skills, and my overall work ethic comes directly from my experience within a regular ol' 9-5. However, I've been able to pair what I learned the last 10 years with my passion for photography, and have built this business to provide a stellar experience, the same one I would expect if I were getting married. Below I'll dive into what sets Loui apart, and I hope to hear about your upcoming day!

Meg is not only beyond talented but also the kindest human being. We are so grateful to have had Meg as our photographer, she did beyond an amazing job capturing our engagement photos and wedding photos. She is on top of everything, extremely helpful and so kind. I had multiple people come up to me raving about how great she was at our wedding. Definitely our favorite wedding vendor we worked with!
Andrea B., a year ago
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H. Street Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves Ely, MN

Your day should tell your unique story, and that will only happen if you feel comfortable being yourself! Starting with your complimentary engagement session, we'll work together to make sure you feel confident and relaxed, and most importantly HAVE FUN! Happiness looks amazing on everyone, and my style is centered around just that. If you're looking for joyful, genuine images that are as unique as you are, then you've come to the right place!

We worked with Hilary as the as our second shooter on our big day! We didn't know her beforehand, but she instantly won us over with her awesome skills and friendly personality. Hilary has a wonderful eye for detail. The pictures truly speak for themselves. Every time we look at them, we're reminded of the emotions and memories we felt on that special day. She's got the skills, the eye for detail, and an amazing personality to match. We're so grateful to have had her as part of our special day, and we'll cherish the memories she captured forever.
Bre, a year ago
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Heather Hanson Wedding Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,650
  • Serves Ely, MN

My art is dedicated to capturing genuine, raw human emotion through playful and experimental photography. With a background in photojournalism and 14+ years of experience photographing couples, she tells the story of both the wedding day and the couple in a unique combination of candids, details, and portraits.

Heather is amazing! You'll find Heather's communication style direct, clear, warm, and inviting - putting you at ease right away. Her talent and keen eye for capturing the details are evident in the beautiful photos she takes, and she truly listens to what you want. Heather is fantastic to work with, fun and easy-going, and will make your day even more special!
Heidi Akpaette, 23 days ago
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Eric Turner Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,400
  • Serves Ely, MN

Hi, I’m Eric! I’m a Midwest-based photographer with a passion for capturing real, unfiltered moments that tell the story of your love. Whether you’re planning a quiet elopement in the woods or a lively celebration surrounded by family and friends, I’m here to document it all in a way that feels genuine and true to you. When you work with me, you won’t feel like you’re stuck in stiff poses or missing out on the fun. My approach is laid-back and focused on letting you enjoy your day while I capture the magic as it happens. I’m all about those candid, meaningful moments—ones that show your connection and the joy of the people around you.

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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., 2 months ago
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Bella Cattura Studios 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Ely, MN

We’re Dan and Alisha Amundsen, a husband and wife photography team from Ham Lake, MN. We met in 2007, and have been happily married since 2015. We enjoy traveling, home improvement projects, and parenting (most days!). We both have a background in digital media and photography, and started getting more serious about photography when we had our daughter in 2018. We got such great feedback about our photo work with our own daughter, and we wanted to help our friends and family capture memories and milestones. From there, Bella Cattura was born. In late 2019, we started shooting weddings, and found our ultimate passion in capturing love!

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I highly recommend Bella Cattura for wedding photos and video! We absolutely loved the way our photos turned out and the video was amazing! Dan and Alycia were so great to work with (even during a pandemic) and very laid back but also kept the photos moving and planned ahead to ensure things went smoothly. I would definitely recommend Bella Cattura!
Kaisa + M., 4 years ago
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Perennial Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,900
  • Serves Ely, MN

You are investing in the memories the photos of your wedding day will capture: how you feel when you marry the love of your life and the moments leading up to "I do." You not only get professionally edited photos that capture the love and connection between you and your partner, but you will also gain our professional guidance throughout the entire journey. We really want to get to know you both and build an authentic relationship; we will be here for in every season of life. On top of this, you will get our one-of-a-kind Perennial Photo Experience!

Maddie & Hannah flew to Connecticut to photograph my wedding. They were the MVPs of my day. They truly made sure I had every single thing I needed throughout the day. They jumped in and helped create my DIY bouquets, picked up McDonalds for the entire bridal party, made sure all of my belongings made it back to my hotel room, and even cleaned my wedding earrings. Maddie and Hannah moved my morning along seamlessly and I don't think I would have gotten through the day without them. It took about 3 days to get my photos back and they were STUNNING. We took moody flash photos in my castle venue and we are seriously obsessed. I received so many compliments on my photos! All friends and family also commented on how EASY it was to work with Maddie and Hannah. You cannot go wrong booking them for your wedding or event. They are gems of humans. Love them!!!
Kayla, 2 years ago
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Natural Images Photo Video 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Ely, MN

Since 1989, Natural Images Photo Video has been capturing love stories in a documentary style, cinematic approach to our portraits and video services. As a full time, husband & wife, veteran-owned family business, our mission is to exceed our clients' expectations for breathtaking wedding portraits and video collections. Our prices are set reasonable, to fit most any budget. There are no travel fees, nothing extra whatsoever. Our business is licensed, insured, LLC registered, BBB A+ rated, FAA licensed for aerial drone operations, and we were recently awarded WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER OF THE YEAR by Quality Business Awards, Inc.

Awarded Best of Zola
Billy and Cheryl were so great! Lovely couple to work with! Would definitely recommend working with them if you get the chance!
Madison T., 7 months ago
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Kiara’s Sassy Shutters 

4.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Ely, MN

Hello there!! I'm here to give you a meaningful, stress-free, and authentic experience while capturing your love in a unique way. I want to help you throughout your entire planning process. Together, let's document your memories and create beautiful images. My hope is that your photos leave you with effortless memories. I'm based in Texas but I travel all over the world. I am a creative photographer with 5 years of shooting experience. I also just recently learned videography! I've enjoyed photography my whole life but never knew how amazing it was to actually be behind the lens and bring my vision to life.

Kiara makes you feel so Comfortable during the whole process , gives great direction , beautiful work !! Such a sweet soul & made the experience so effortless. Definitely a 10/10
Natalee Rae , a year ago
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Lindsay Miller Photography 

5.0

  • Starts at $3,100
  • Serves Ely, MN

Hello and welcome! My name is Lindsay and I am a Saint Paul based photographer. My style is a mix of candid, photojournalistic, traditional and artistic. With those techniques in mind, I do my best to tell your story. I believe every story and individual is unique, and therefore should be captured that way.

I had the opportunity to work with Lindsay Miller Photography at an October 2020 wedding. She was the photographer and I was the videographer. She is so wonderful and let me surprise our couple with an even more special full length video - one that showed the whole day through Lindsay's beautiful photos!!  Since I only shot the ceremony, I'm so ecstatic that she was kind enough to team up on the full length video so the couple could watch their entire day, including the parts I wasn't there to video. Her work took that video to the next level and I'm so happy to have gotten the chance to showcase her fantastic work. She was a dream to communicate with, replied in a timely manner, and is such an easy going person to work with. She truly is a dream photographer! 
Shauna Ellefson, 4 years ago
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Prest1ge Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Ely, MN

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

Caleb was fantastic to work with. From the very beginning, he had excellent communication(from the time we booked him for our wedding.) Caleb made sure to touch base constantly to make sure everything was going good, and to see if we needed anything from him, and to send him any photo ideas we had. He was punctual to the wedding, and his professionalism and laid back style, was perfect for us and our wedding. By the time we got home from our wedding reception, he had already sent us some edited photos. Caleb’s editing style also matches the look we were after. He always had pose suggestions for us, constant ideas for how to take group shots large or small. He made us, our family and our wedding guests VERY comfortable. I would highly recommend hiring Caleb for your wedding, or any event.
Trace Geworsky S., a month ago
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K.Ranae Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,240
  • Serves Ely, MN

Hi, I'm Kellie! My inspiration comes from my faith, my love for people, and my parents' marriage of almost 40 years. It brings me so much joy to celebrate others. My couples typically describe me as bubbly, organized, and personable. I like to consider myself less like a vendor and more like a friend!

We truly hit the jackpot. Kellie was an absolute gem throughout the whole day, and she really didn’t feel like a photographer - she felt like an old friend. This made what was supposed to be a busy and chaotic day, a calm and steady one. She made sure my husband and I, along with everyone else included in the photos, were comfortable, happy, and excited. She made the whole process of taking photos, seem easy. I could not have been more thankful to have her as a photographer. The pictures turned out so much better than I could have imagined, you can truly see how much hard work she puts into these galleries. Our wedding day wouldn’t have been as amazing as it was without her, and her genuine personality! I will always be the one to recommend her when ever someone I know is getting married. Thank you, KELLIE! You were absolutely amazing and every time I look at our photos I just get overwhelmed with gratefulness to you.
The T., 9 months ago
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Jason Snorlax Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Ely, MN

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

Jason was the best! My husband and I would not have wanted anyone else to capture our special day. He did our engagement and wedding photos and our photos came out incredible! Jason is professional, friendly, and his outgoing personality makes the shoot so comfortable and enjoyable. During our wedding, he also went above and beyond by making sure to take care of us. He knows the ups and downs of a wedding, so he would make sure we were okay by reminding us to stay hydrated and to eat, he would be so great communicating the schedule for the day, and what to expect and what to do throughout the photoshoot. So grateful for his expertise and we totally recommend him to anyone looking for a photographer.
Joestine O., 3 years ago
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Jessica Holleque, Photographer 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Ely, 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.

Awarded Best of Zola
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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Rachel Lahlum Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,100
  • Serves Ely, MN

Hello, I’m Rachel! I am a wedding, portraits, and events photographer based in Minneapolis. I’ve been a professional photographer since 2012, and have experience photographing over 300 weddings – not one has ever felt like work. I think I have the best job in the world. My approach is to capture the story of your wedding day, from start to finish. Because no two couples (or weddings) are exactly alike, I customize my approach specific to you. From the moment we connect, it’s my goal to help you feel at-ease. I'll help you plan your day, work with you to find the best locations for photos, guide you through poses, and we'll make it fun!

Ok! Get on her books now because I cannot say enough positive things about Rachel! (As if her photos don't speak for themselves?! Her work is stunning!) Rachel met with me 1:1 and I was super impressed with her knowledge and organization. She was the MVP vendor of my wedding day! You know you have a great photographer when not only are the pictures AMAZING but your family and wedding party are raving to you after your wedding about how awesome she was to work with!
Chelsea & S., 4 years ago
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Always Karlie Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Ely, MN

Hi there - I'm Karlie! I am a published, traveling wedding photographer based in Florida and Minnesota. Capturing weddings, elopements and engagements anywhere and everywhere is my specialty alongside the love of my life Rylee (my business partner and videographer too!). We wholeheartedly believe in documenting memories full of color, Jesus, laughter and adventure through both photography and videography. When working with us you get so much more than a photographer - we are your wedding guides, hiking buddies, and lifetime friends! (Seriously, we are in this for the long haul!)

Always Karlie Photography was an absolute dream to work with for our wedding day! From the moment we first connected, Karlie was fast to respond, incredibly helpful, and provided all the information we needed. Her communication style was truly outstanding. The quality of her work is simply stunning - her photos are colorful, timeless, candid, and beautifully captured every special moment. Karlie not only took amazing photos, but she also helped us stay on track with our wedding timeline. She is such a beautiful soul inside and out, and we are so grateful for her contribution to making our day perfect. We couldn't recommend Always Karlie Photography more highly!
Lexie, 2 months ago
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Swaying Pines Photo + Film 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Ely, MN

Hey! I’m Ross, a wedding photographer and videographer based in Saint Paul MN, but willing to travel around the globe. I’m passionate about providing you with stunning images, but also creating a fun and relaxed experience so you can truly soak up your big day! My style emphasizes cinematic and rich tones that highlight the natural beauty in a moment for you to cherish for a lifetime.

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Ross was a blast to work with and on point all night! He caught amazing photos of the entire wedding and kept the wedding party on the task at hand. Our private session after we got married was so fun and personal, Ross really knocked it out of the park with the candid shots, which we loved!! The visual affects he used on the dance party photos below us away as well. I highly recommend the expertise of rossgrantphotography, you wont be be disappointed!!!
Sean and M., 3 years ago
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Stef Mishica Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Ely, MN
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Wedding and Portrait Photographer based in the Twin Cities, MN. Always down to travel. ↠ Ravenclaw ↠ Bibliophile ↠ INTJ ↠ Loud Laugher ↠ DogMama ↠ Nerd ↠ Crafter My favorite thing about what I do is human connection. Whether that’s me photographing the connection that you have with each other, or me making new connections with each one of my clients. I love it all and am elated when my cup runneth over.

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You'll be in good hands with Stef! She was fun and easygoing that made the entire photography process smooth! She also helped gather and direct our wedding party and guests for all the important photos. The final photos had great quality and perfectly captured the theme and feel of our wedding. We couldn't be happier with the work Stef did for our wedding!
Emily K., 4 months ago
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The Byes Photo 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $5,200
  • Serves Ely, MN

Hi, I'm Anna Bye, and I am a luxury wedding photographer! I'm based in Minneapolis, Minnesota and spend my time helping people remember their most important days. I have 10 years of experience and 150 weddings under my belt. I've learned how to both capture every moment of your day, while also helping you feel fully yourself. Your experience is the most important piece to me, and I will work tirelessly to assure that you have tangible memories you can treasure forever.

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As a wedding planner and florist in the Twin Cities wedding industry, I have the opportunity to work with SO MANY photographers. That being said, Royal Hart Studio is always at the top of my list. Anna and Matt are so organized, professional, and FUN. Their editing style is timeless, which is one of my favorite things about them. You'll love looking back on your wedding photos for years and years to come!
Hailey, 4 years ago
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Christin Sofka Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Ely, MN

Hi! I'm Christin, a destination wedding photographer based in Chattanooga, TN. Specializing in timeless and artful imagery, my expertise goes beyond just taking photos; it's about crafting a visual story that reflects the joy, love, and unique spirit of your celebration.

If you are looking for a photographer who will listen to you, be the calm in the chaos, help you be in the moment, and document your day in the most true and authentically beautiful way then Christin is your girl. She is not only wildly talented but she is thoughtful, kind, and so organized. I have both had my photos taken by her and worked along side her as a fellow vendor and she is truly amazing. Christin will deliver photos to you that will give you the warm fuzzies and make you feel the moment all over again! I can not say enough great things about her.
Kristen Thomison Photo, 10 months ago
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Gracie Gregory Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,750
  • Serves Ely, MN

Hi! My name is Grace, and I have been doing photography for a while now. I am very dedicated and inspired to create wedding photos you will love for a life time. Being married myself, I know how important it is to be able to share the photos for years to come. I take great pride in my work and also love connecting with the people I am taking photos of. Let me be your calm on the more stressful yet beautiful day of your life.

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Gracie Gregory Photography was an absolute dream to work with for our wedding! From the moment we first reached out, Gracie was so sweet and so fast at responding to all of our questions. Her attention to detail is truly amazing. In fact, Gracie drove over 16 hours to be at our wedding, without even having met us in person before! She welcomed us with open arms and immediately felt like our new best friend. We cannot recommend Gracie Gregory Photography enough - you need to book her for your wedding! Grace, Thank you so much for being such a beautiful soul, you and your husband both. We love you both very much!
Madi & M., 2 months ago
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Sara Reus Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $3,850
  • Serves Ely, MN

I started my business back in 2017 in Minnesota. In the last 5 years I’ve photographed over 50 weddings. I specialize in Weddings, Elopements & Engagements. I’m an organized & detailed photographer that loves to capture raw emotion, details, & joy.

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Sara did a phenomenal job for our engagement photos and wedding. She was so nice but also assertive for group photos which our group needed! She came very prepared and brought along items like a stain stick and a bride hanger to be prepared for anything that could’ve happened to ruin the look. She was flexible with us when we decided to tweak our timeline a little bit during our wedding and made sure to just go with it and capture all the moments of us with our guests. She really takes time to get to know you as a couple and has so much fun with you while she hypes you up to get the best shots. Not only do I love her work, but her personality makes her a great vendor to work with!
Abigail F., a year ago
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Severina Studios LLC 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Ely, MN

Hello Hello! I'm Eleanor Severina, but my friends call me El ! I am a Documentary Wedding Photographer Based in Minneapolis and NYC, but will travel wherever your love is. I specialize in documentary-style, artistic, and timeless wedding and portrait photography.

Let me save you ALL the time by telling you to BOOK SEVERINA STUDIOS NOW! I spent countless hours searching for wedding photographers on wedding apps, IG, etc. and Elle's portfolio is unmatched. She was everything we hoped for and more! She kept everyone at ease during photos and captured so many moments and details we'll cherish forever. She worked so well with our coordinator to keep our timeline on track and kept us laughing all along the way. Our venue is known to be difficult for photographers, as it's very dim and intended to be candlelit. It was no challenge for Elle - her work was stunning! Seriously - end your stressful search for this critically important role and book Severina Studios!
LDK, 23 days ago
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RCC Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Ely, MN

I've always been a creative at heart. I thrive when I am able to fulfill my passion of creating something beautiful that others will enjoy. I discovered my love for photographing portraits and couples after taking photos for friends and family, and the rest is history! My passion is to creatively capture the beauty and authentic personality of a person, couple, or family. When I'm not out photographing a couple or editing at my computer, I enjoy going out to the best new restaurant in the city, being outdoors, or planning a trip to a new destination to explore. I'm a lover of coffee, traveling, reading and anything outdoors.

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Raquel is so easy to work with! She brings a fun attitude to the day, and truly cares about what she does! She works very well with Videographers and other vendors at the wedding, which makes the day so much smoother! Hire her YESTERDAY!
Spencer Larsen, 3 years ago
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Toly Dzyuba Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $3,450
  • Serves Ely, MN

Hi, I’m Toly Dzyuba, a Minneapolis based wedding photographer with over 10 years of experience capturing love stories across Minnesota. From the scenic shores of Lake Superior to charming rustic barns in the countryside, and elegant celebrations in the heart of downtown Minneapolis. My approach is all about blending the beauty of each location with the raw emotion and joy of your special day, creating timeless, authentic images that truly reflect who you are as a couple, infused with purpose and soul

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My husband and I recently got married on the north shore of Lake Superior, and we hired Toly to capture our special day. He was amazing from the start! He was passionate about capturing the best photos possible and had a particularly great eye for scoping out spots with the best lighting. He for sure exceeded expectations - we genuinely could not imagine our wedding without him. He provided us with our photos about a month after the wedding, and we were able to see sneak peaks before then. The photos he delivered were absolutely spectacular! Would highly recommend!!
Kristina C., 4 months ago
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Andi Jo Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Ely, MN

Hello there. I’m Andi Jo, but you can just call me Andi. I am blessed to be married to the hardest working, not to mention most attractive, concrete finisher around. As cliché as it sounds I find true beauty in everything around me. Yes, I mean EVERYTHING. Even snotty kid noses. I have an obsession for capturing real and raw moments that are both timeless and elegant. I live for the moments that aren’t rehearsed or posed. I love to spend time with my clients and make sure our bond is as strong as super glue. I cherish my brides and groom and always consider them my friends, not just a random face spending their wedding day with them.

Andi and Amanda were amazing to work with! They helped make the whole process so easy and made my magical day even more special! They helped us to include everyone we wanted (including our dog!) and helped to make as natural and beautiful photos as possible. Andi delivered our photos within a month of our wedding and I am already obsessed! Thank you so much for all your hard work!
Soniya W., 25 days ago
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Sophie Jeanne Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,099
  • Serves Ely, MN

Hi there, my name is Sophie! I'm a Minnesota based couple/wedding photographer but am happy to travel wherever you need me. I would describe myself as organized and determined, yet bubbly and laidback at the same time.

We booked Sophie after meeting with a handful of photographers who just weren’t a good fit for us personality wise. Sophie is easygoing, punctual, thorough, and professional. On our day, Sophie was early, had such a bubbly, upbeat positive attitude and was SO helpful to us. She was often the first person to offer to help us with set up and take down. Our pictures turned out even better than we had hoped, and all of the crucial moments throughout the day were captured exactly as how we experienced them. Sophie was not only an amazing photographer, but a huge asset to us on our wedding day and we could not be happier with her services!
Katie S., 3 months ago
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Emilee Meador Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,295
  • Serves Ely, MN

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

Emily - and her husband, Dan - are an absolute joy to work! They put as much effort into trying to be helpful, and to be a friend to you, as they do into getting incredible photos. They’re easy to communicate with, fun to be around, as professional as they come, more creative than you can imagine, and the end product will leave you breathless! Absolutely cannot recommend them enough!
Josh Voigt, 3 years ago
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Kiersten Franks Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Ely, MN

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

Kiersten is amazing to work with. She makes her clients feel very comfortable during their session and knows how to capture the candid photos that everyone loves. Her attention to detail is unmatched and the time she takes to carefully edit every photo to make them flawless is appreciated. The memories captured will forever hold a place in the hearts of her clients all thanks to her!
Heather Franks, 5 months ago
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Lily Brundin Photos 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Ely, MN

I never saw myself having a wedding. Never imagined the venue, the flowers, or the centerpieces. Never had any ideas about what my hair would look like or the dress I would wear. One night I was sitting with my mom and she said “I see you getting married on a beach somewhere, with just a few friends. Then afterwards we have a bonfire and music, and we laugh all night.” It’s like she was living in my brain- that felt so right to me- and I had never seen a wedding like that. I didn’t know that kind of thing was allowed? From then on that’s the only way I’ve pictured my wedding to be one day. That’s what I want to help my couples find.

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We highly recommend Lily and her work is amazing! She took our engagement photos and then our wedding photos on a rainy day and they turned out so good. I have received so many compliments on my photos and we aren't sure how they turned out so incredible in the rain, but she is magic! If you are looking for a fun time and moody, earthy photos Lily is your girl! She is incredibly talented and won't let you down.
Dani & N., 3 years ago
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Cassandra Nelson Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Ely, MN

I work in the renewable energy sector, but photography is my passion. In addition to photographing weddings and portraits, I do landscape and wildlife photography. I love to see people inspired to get outdoors, explore and have adventures because they have seen my photographs. My wishes are to inspire YOU and capture photographs that describe you.

It was a pleasure to work with Cassandra for our wedding. Her communication style was flexible and she always answered our questions promptly. The quality of her work was outstanding - she was professional and flexible throughout the process. Cassandra was calm, patience, and made us feel comfortable in front of the camera, even though our engagement session was our first professional photo shoot together. She was amazing at capturing the special moments of our wedding day, and we loved the amazing engagement and wedding photos she delivered, which arrived earlier than expected. We highly recommend her!
Cynara D., 2 months ago
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Pluvia Studios 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Ely, MN

Pluvia Studios is a wedding photography and videography company that is passionate about strong story-telling. We extract the best elements for our couples and curate an unforgettable viewing experience. Contact us directly to customize your desired wedding photo and/or video package.

Awarded Best of Zola
Planning the wedding was not easy. But with help from friends and even a stranger made a huge impactful experience. Our photo/videographer team were more than capable of doing their tasks at its finest, they were more than willing to make sure that we have the best experience we could even ask for. They were generous to used most of their equipments, top-up more crew just to make sure that they can capture moments that we can reminisce in our lifetime. Needless to say, our experience with them was superb. The video presentation made our friends and family cried in which resonates how genuine, magical and heartfelt emotions put into it which we would treasure forever.
Rosiene, a month ago
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Makayla Miranda Photo 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,700
  • Serves Ely, MN

Hello my name is Makayla and I am a California based destination wedding and elopement photographer. My objective is to capture your love story and to bring your dream day to life! Let’s capture these special moments to keep for a lifetime together.

Makayla is amazing at what she does! Not only was she kind but gracious. Every photo we took she was hyping us up and created a beautiful experience of taking our wedding photos. We even had a larger amount of family at our elopement and she was happy to take our photos with them! And the end results we received were magical and exactly what we wanted! If you’re looking for someone who will take amazing photos at an actually affordable rate she’s the person!
Aubrey F., a month ago
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Savannah Steiger Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,700
  • Serves Ely, MN

Hi! My name is Savannah and I'm a wedding photographer located in Wisconsin (but traveling anywhere!). I believe photography is a way to return to moments otherwise passed. It's a way to freeze time, emotions, and memories. I started my business at a young age, and have loved every second of it! Through ups and downs, photography has always been my passion, and I truly believe I have the best job in the world. When I'm not taking photos or editing at my computer, you will find me hanging with my husband, binging a 90's sitcom, reading Harry Potter for the 100th time, playing with my two cats, or caring for my very many plants!

Awarded Best of Zola
I have worked with Savannah at over 10 weddings together and she is an amazing photographer to work with as a videographer. She brings the fun energy that you need to wedding day photos while still being in control and getting what needs to be done, done! She even photographed my wedding and I recommend her to all of my clients! There is no way that you would ever regret having Savannah as your photographer- She might just be the best decision you’ll make for your wedding day
Trinity Hoffland, 3 years ago
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CNK Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,600
  • Serves Ely, MN

Being part of my clients story, is where I have found my calling. Capturing moments in your life, freezing those memories, and making them stay alive each time you look at your photos, is truly what makes my time rewarding. There are never too many questions or emails, because everything I provide for you should be exactly as you envision, but better.

If you are looking for someone to put their heart and soul into taking the most breathtaking photos of your big day, look no further!! CNK Photography is who you want! I loved to see how much care she took in taking the pictures that the couple wanted, kept the day flowing and also was so calm and fun! I 100% recommend CNK Photography to all of my friends and family!
Meghan Carstensen, 3 years ago
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Xsperience Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Ely, MN

Trisha puts her heart and soul into this business. She loves bringing out the best in people, making them feel comfortable, and showing them how absolutely perfect their own little story is in this big ole busy world. She craves adventure, loves to travel and believes the prettiest pictures are captured on film because they are real and perfectly imperfect. She can't decide if she wants to be an adventure photographer or a fine art wedding photographer so she combines the two styles and makes it her own.

Trisha is committed to providing an incredible Xsperience with AMAZING photos! She's so kind and patient which makes you feel comfortable to be yourself. Highly recommend Xsperience Photography!!!
Josh, 4 years ago
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Colby Campbell Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Ely, MN

I’m Colby (he/him), your local neighborhood dog parent/beer lover/former mascot/barbershop singer/wedding and elopement photographer. My love language is shouting compliments at you. I love people and hate crowds. I prefer long hikes in the mountains to ones on the beach, but both are better than sitting at home. I really, really don’t like having my photo taken - and if we have that in common, we might work really well together.

Awarded Best of Zola
Colby delivers the best possible product in the field. The lighting, composition and quality of his photos are unmatched. But he doesn't stop there... The communication from the booking date, lead up to shoot, and execution on the day is what makes Colby Campbell Photography an immersive experience that is unmatched.
Austin Hansen, 3 years ago
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Milkweed Moments 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $2,600
  • Serves Ely, MN

Homeschoolin, Home birthin, and Holistic mama that loves to capture Life and Love in it's truest moments and forms. My business has been a decade in the making from falling in love with photography in high school, to now... My love for Milkweed and my time spent living in Iowa has inspired my business name. I used to live near a conservation center with fields of milkweed. My children and I spent many days enjoying this haven of beauty and were blessed to see thousands of Monarch butterflies migrate to the Milkweed. I realize how fleeting these moments are and would love to capture your story!

So easy to work with and professional! My labor went very quickly so photos were in the immediate postpartum. I love how each detail was captured so intimately to tell the story, so I can look back on those moments. She respected the environment and helped in any way to make sure I felt cared for-above and beyond being a photographer. We also did some newborn/family photos a few days later and she was very patient with my full of energy toddler, all while capturing the sweet details of our newborn. All of the photos are beautiful!! When I asked for a few edits to the gallery it was done and updated for me quickly.
Paige S., 6 months ago
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Lauren Baker Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $7,000
  • Serves Ely, MN

This might surprise you...Prior to photography, I was a professional concert dancer. So I understand what it's like to be in the spotlight. And I understand how to use my training as a dancer to make you look stunning in front of the camera. I know the mechanics of the body and how to pose you to look your best. And on your wedding day, that is exactly how you should feel.

We are wedding videographers (Savstrom Studios) who recently had the privilege of working alongside Lauren at a styled photo shoot in St. Paul. We have known Lauren for awhile and love her work so it was a lot fun getting to work together and seeing her creative process. Lauren has incredible talent for styling, directing, and posing couples, as well as capturing wedding details. She does an amazing job capturing everything she needs, collaborating with other vendors, and keeping the atmosphere fun for everyone. Highly recommend Lauren for couples looking for beautiful, timeless photos and an amazing client experience!
Steve + Colleen, 4 years ago
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Shawnee Custalow Studios 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,700
  • Serves Ely, MN

We are passionate about photographing kind-hearted people who are unapologetically themselves, and creating a safe and beautiful space in the wedding world for LGBTQ+ folx. Our favorite people to work with believe in giving back to their communities, that black lives always matter, that climate change is you know...real, and choose to embrace their own unique quirks and talents.

Awarded Best of Zola
When you elope in the middle of a pandemic, it matters all the more that you love your photographer--since they'll be the only other person at your wedding. :) And in short, we couldn't be happier that ours was Shawnee. She has such a gift and a love for the work she does—and it shows. We knew she was the right person from the moment we met on Zoom--she is warm and kind, asked all the right questions, and instantly put us at ease. My partner and I eloped at the end of October 2020 in DC, just before the election. It was a whirlwind moment for so many reasons, especially as a queer couple. And it mattered to us that the person who captured those treasured memories, really understood what that moment meant to us. Everyone who sees our photos marvels at how wonderful they are—and no doubt we look great, but Shawnee’s warmth and direction and stellar eye really made all the difference. Vibing with your photographer matters—we’re so grateful to have found one with such grace and as much love for her art as Shawnee. <3
Adiel & R., 4 years ago
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Rachel Lynn Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Ely, 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., 3 months ago
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Tim Larsen Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Serves Ely, MN

Writing an about me page is a terribly revealing experience! Who takes the time to think "Who am I?" or "How would I describe myself to other people?" The temptation is to brag and be pretentious in order to convince you that I'm important, but instead I looked at my life and made some amazing discoveries. My life revolves around people. I love people. When I need to make a decision the people that it will affect are always the number one priority.

Tim was absolutely the right choice for our wedding weekend! He made an effort to get to know everyone, he was punctual, focused, and kept us on track - all while having fun! He came with ideas and knew how to get the perfect photos! He delivered sneak peeks within days of our wedding and the full album before even a week had passed!
Monika B., 5 months ago
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Rachel Elle Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $8,000
  • Serves Ely, MN

Rachel Elle Photography is a fine art photographer with a timeless and romantic approach to wedding, boudoir, and engagement photography. She primarily serves Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Florida. As your wedding photographer, I value the trust you are putting in me to capture your day in a way that is authentic and beautiful. I’m inspired by clean, film-like, and romantic imagery that both captures the essence of your story and creates artistic yet natural photos you’ll cherish for a lifetime. PLEASE REACH OUT VIA OUR WEBSITE FOR MORE INFORMATION.

Rachel was so great to work with. You hear often in the industry that photographers/videographers can sometimes not work well together. We've been filming weddings for about 7 years now and have never had any issues with photographers. Rachel is a great addition to that list of amazing photographers. Communication was great and we both bounced ideas off of each other throughout the entire day. I would recommend Rachel to anyone!
Reel Time Films, 3 years ago

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About wedding photographers in Ely, MN

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

A Ely, MN wedding photographer ranges from $300 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 Ely, 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 Ely, MN?

Some of the most popular photographers in this area include John Michael Photography, 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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