The Best Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in Rocky River, OH

The Best Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in Rocky River, OH

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186 Wedding Photographers in Rocky River, OH

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Portraits By Sean 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Rocky River, OH



I present fun, elegant, and exciting Wedding Photography for my clients. My style is photojournalistic; I feel it's the most effective way to tell a story. After all, there is so much happening on a wedding day. Between the ceremony, dancing, and endless extravaganzas, the most memorable moments will naturally occur.  My goal is to capture the emotions and memories of your day through my lens. These recollections are your forever keepsakes, a chapter of your life's story. Every image accounts for those who were by your side, delighted for you, and the next step in your journey. I appreciate you for giving me a few moments of your time.t

Awarded Best of Zola
We couldn’t be happier with the incredible work Portraits by Sean did on our wedding day! From start to finish, he was professional, creative, and so easy to work with. Sean stayed until the very end of the night, capturing every special moment without ever making us feel rushed. One of the things we really appreciated was how he worked with the kids—getting them to smile and be comfortable without any stress. Their ability to blend in while also capturing candid, beautiful moments was outstanding. We were blown away by the quality of the photos, and they truly exceeded our expectations. We highly recommend Portraits by Sean to anyone looking for a talented and reliable photographer to capture the magic of their day!
Kurt, a month ago
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AR Treasures Photography 

5.0

Rocky River, OH
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000

Hi :) I have a background in social work so am used to walking into all kinds of situations and interacting with all sorts of people. I now have my dream job as a wedding photographer where I get to capture people's very best moments!!! Not only do I love capturing those candid moments but I also enjoy guiding loved ones through interacting together to come up with more natural moments to capture actual good times! To help the day run as smoothly as possible we also send out a wedding photography survey going over times and shot details to make sure we are on the same page ahead of time, with wanted poses on this list as well.

Awarded Best of Zola
They were great to work with. They went above an beyond what we expected. LOVE,LOVE the photos. You will not regret hiring them. I will be using them in the future for sure.
Jessie and A., 3 years ago
Scott Shaw Photography 

5.0

Rocky River, OH
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,900

I'm a photojournalist turned wedding photographer and loving it. I enjoy capturing moments and working my butt off all day long. Worked for newspapers and magazines for many years. The demands put on me by photo editors helped me grow and I find that bride and grooms are much nicer.

Scott Shaw Photography is an exceptional wedding photography vendor that I have had the privilege of working with on a couple of occasions. As an effective communicator, Scott provides clear direction and guidance throughout the wedding day to ensure the process runs smoothly. Rather than simply capturing a mass amount of images, Scott's work is characterized by quality over quantity, with a thoughtful, editorial-style approach that is a joy to experience. Scott's ability to utilize creative angles, demonstrate intentionality, and showcase his artistry is truly distinguishing. If you are seeking a top-tier photographer who is also an amazing human being, I highly recommend booking Scott Shaw Photography for your special day.
Devin Moore, 4 months ago
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Drzazga Photo 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,900
  • Serves Rocky River, OH

We're husband and wife destination wedding and elopement photographers and videographers based in Cleveland, Ohio, traveling as much as possible. We’re here to be your photographic memory, capturing you honestly and naturally so you can give your attention to the people and moments that matter most. We want you to have stunning images and the best day of your life and we do everything in our power to deliver both.

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Carly & Kasey went above and beyond my engagement/wedding photo expectations. They do more than just take a simple picture, anyone can do that. They truly know how to capture a moment that we can cherish forever in a way I never knew possible. I am forever grateful for choosing them to photograph such a special day. Best decision I made that day (besides marrying my husband of course)!
Carley, 4 years ago
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Beck Photo Co. 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,800
  • Serves Rocky River, OH

Kristen and her team have been photographing and filming weddings for 19 years with hundreds of weddings under their belts. Diversity and inclusivity are a cornerstone of Beck Photo Co, so no matter who you are they want to document your love story.

Awarded Best of Zola
I could not more highly recommend Kristen! Kristen was one of the very first vendors that I booked for my August 2024 wedding and I could not be more happy in that decision. Kristen's style is timeless and true to color. She focuses on capturing the day as it happens rather than focusing only on super posed shots- which I love! Kristen's communication is clear, prompt, and honest- I so appreciated her insight through the wedding planning process and especially in developing the timeline. We also received far more sneak peeks than we expected and I'm still shocked with how quickly we received our full gallery! Kristen, we are so happy you were there to capture our day!
Samantha M., 7 months ago
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Banker Creative 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Rocky River, OH

Banker Creative is a small business consisting of myself Joe, and my wife Ashley. We are a Husband + Wife Creative Team that specializes in documenting weddings. We call Ohio home, but we are grateful to have the opportunity to continue to capture weddings all over the country. So far we have worked in Ohio, Indiana, Michigan, Pennsylvania, New York, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, Colorado, Utah, Virgina, West Virginia and Washington DC. We can't wait to visit more states and experience new places!

Awarded Best of Zola
Joe and Ashley were easy to work with on our engagement and wedding photography. They had great attention to detail and gave great direction for each shot. We would hire them again and recommend them to anyone looking for a photographer.
Lauren S., 8 months ago
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Glassburn Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $995
  • Serves Rocky River, OH

No need to overpay for proven quality. The key to great fine art photography is controlling lighting along with image enhancement. This results from the finest gear and years of Top Awards. While quality is most important, affordability is still critical. That's why we are home-based to minimize costs, but willing to travel. We give Full rights to the Edited high-resolution images you deserve. No limits. No sneaky low-res files which are worthless for you to print. No watermarks to force you into high-priced reprints. If quality is important, we are just one of three 7-years-in-a-row Top 5% Award winners in all of NE Ohio out of over 500.

Awarded Best of Zola
Glassburn Photography was absolutely amazing to work with for our wedding. Their communication was great and straight to the point, which we really appreciated as we planned our big day. The photographers were true professionals and their work was seasoned and incredible - they captured all the special moments so beautifully. My husband is not someone who loves being photographed, but Randy made him feel so comfortable and at ease, and the photos of us came out stunning. We are thrilled with how everything turned out and couldn't recommend Glassburn Photography more highly.
Ericka E., 5 months ago
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Nicole Leoné Miller Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6,000
  • Serves Rocky River, OH

I've been behind the camera more years that not. I've gotten on lots of planes, driven many miles, and gotten up before the sun for the sake of a good story. I like collaborating and telling a story that resonates true to my subjects.

Awarded Best of Zola
Nicole made my partner and I immediately feel at ease and comfortable from the time we first met. She communicates consistently with ease and kindness. She was someone I could talk through things with for planning photos ops to make sure the small soecial moments were captured in an organic way. She and Tyler both were so funny and kind, making my husband and I both feel like we had friends that were there with us for some of the most intimate moments of our relationship. This is an important aspect that I didn’t realize until we were in the wedding! Nicole and tyler both have an incredible way to capture their vision effortlessly. They brought our day to life through photos- which was extra meaningful because we did not have a videographer. We were so appreciative when they took our disposable cameras and developed the photos, seamlessly integrating them into our online album. Nicole and tyler have a way of capturing the saturated, golden, sparkly feeling we felt all throughout the day in photo 3 it is so important to have a photographer that makes you feel comfortable and Nicole is just that & more
Lauren M., 5 months ago
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Making the Moment 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,950
  • Serves Rocky River, OH

We craft unique photographic artwork and cinematic pieces for couples. Our dedication and expertise has struck a chord with people who want something different. Something Authentic. For years we’ve built a reputation of not conforming to the low aspirations of typical wedding photography or wedding video. We’re moving forward. Always innovating and experimenting. Not re-treading. Due to this, we’ve garnered a clientele with a discerning eye.

Awarded Best of Zola
We are thrilled we chose Making the Moment (MTM) as our wedding photography team! They truly went above and beyond to capture every precious moment of our crazy Indian/Western fusion wedding weekend. Their creativity shone through in every shot, from the candid moments to the stunning Bollywood shots to the crazy dancing. The chemistry between us, Brett, Vince and the entire MTM team was incredible — They made us feel comfortable and at ease, allowing our true emotions to shine through in the photos. The pictures are wonderful, and we are forever grateful to MTM for their dedication and talent in preserving our memories so beautifully.
Priya R., 4 months ago
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Em & Lou Wedding Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Rocky River, OH

Two is better then one, am I right? With our experience, knowledge, and passion for the arts, you are sure to get beautiful wedding photos you'll be admiring for years to come. We work with you through every step of the processes to ensure everyone's needs are met and the day runs smoothly.

Awarded Best of Zola
She was prompt, very reasonable, and did a wonderful job. Made wonderful memories for us.
Linda, 2 years ago
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Mariya Bee Photo LLC 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,250
  • Serves Rocky River, OH

I’m Mariya, a photographer based in Cleveland, Ohio. For over 7 years, I’ve been helping people capture life’s most special moments. I’m passionate about telling stories that reflect the unique beauty of every couple I work with. My goal is to create a welcoming and comfortable experience for everyone, celebrating love and connection in all its forms. I’m local to Cleveland but always up for an adventure—so wherever your moment happens, I’ll be there to capture it. Let’s create something beautiful together!

We got our sneak peeks and I can’t wait to see the rest. Mariya photos are beautiful and she was great to work with. Me appreciated her professionalism and her vision to get us the best photos. Highly recommend working with her.
Mercedes S., 10 months ago
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Meghan Media 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Rocky River, OH

I am one of the lucky ones. I have been so fortunate to be able to turn my passion for photography + videography into a dream job. When I was exposed to the wedding industry after college (any Ohio University alumni out there?!), I INSTANTLY fell in love with capturing those once in a lifetime moments. That was 8 years ago and I have not put a camera down since.

Awarded Best of Zola
Meghan and her team are courtesy, friendly yet professional. They always help make the event run smoothly and work exceptionally well with other vendors. Meghan is extremely talented on top of everything. No detail how’s unnoticed. I would recommend them whole heartedly!!
T Star Productions, 3 years ago
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Emily Ruth Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Rocky River, OH

I'm an Ohio based wedding + elopement photographer. Travel is highly encouraged! My purpose is not only to document your memories, but to make sure you enjoy the moment and feel like the best version of yourselves! I'm thankful to God for giving me the ability to see moments and tell stories through photography. It truly feels like a gift being able to document and give your memories back to you. I'm a lover of pizza, sunflowers, the beach, Brett Eldredge, going to concerts, and making people laugh.

Emily is an absolute gem! We were so lucky to find her for our wedding! She is amazing! Every photo was BEAUTIFUL! Not to mention her personality and customer service are top notch! You will not find a better photographer for your event! Emily will provide the photos of your dreams and she will become a quick and wonderful friend! If I could give her over 5 stars I would!
Amber + C., a year ago
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Amanda Celis Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Rocky River, OH

Seven years in, and I’m still over the moon that I get to do this for a living. I get to spend people’s happiest days of their lives with them and do the honors of documenting the day in an authentic and lovely way that will be treasured for eternity,

I have worked with Amanda on several weddings where I was the planner, as well as for my own family photos. She is kind, patient and most importantly fun to be around. Her images speak for themself, but her personality is what will make you want to hire her to spend the most important day of your life with you, and then all the little moments that follow from new babies to holiday photos to lifestyle sessions.
Amanda, a year ago
Sarizona Photos 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Rocky River, OH

You could say photography is in my blood, since my father has been a professional photographer for most of his adult life, and he generously gifted me my very first camera. That special gift fueled a spark in me, and that spark grew into a true passion after my own wedding. I married my high school sweetheart in 2019 and quickly realized just how important pictures from your wedding day really are. After it's over, photos are the best way to reminisce and relive the emotions from one of the most important days of our lives over and over again.

My husband and I had never had professional photos done together and we were super nervous to take them on our wedding day, but Stephanie made us feel so comfortable! It felt easy and relaxed and we couldn’t be happier with our photos! :) I would recommend her to everyone!
Julia G., a year ago
Dennis Crider Photography, LLC 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Rocky River, OH
  • Offer

Dennis is #1 in Ohio with the Association of Wedding Photojournalist, top 50 in the world and passionate about his ability to capture moments as they happen. We thrive on delivering our clients memories that not only stand out from the others, we give everything we got to ensure your wedding is envied by others.

Dennis Crider Photography, LLC was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding. From our first interaction, Dennis and his team were extremely responsive, upbeat, and friendly. Their work is simply spectacular, capturing all the special moments of our day - from the getting ready in the morning to the late-night party. We were so impressed with Dennis' ability to blend into the background and capture candid, natural shots that truly reflect the joy and love of our wedding. In fact, we loved working with Dennis so much that we asked him to come back and photograph our family photo shoot 4 years later when we had a new baby. He is a true professional and we highly recommend Dennis Crider Photography to any couple looking for an amazing wedding photographer!
Tyler and E., 3 months ago
Spencer Photography Inc. 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,999
  • Serves Rocky River, OH

I began my career working as a backup for a wedding photographer in Akron, Ohio. I started out using a medium format Hasselblad 501CM film camera (I don’t miss those days). Over 300 weddings later, I still have a passion for photographing couples on their wedding day. For me, weddings have it all: portrait photography; photojournalism; commercial photography (wedding details). It is all interesting and all part of your day.

Larry was one of the best decisions we made regarding our wedding! From the moment we met him in person, we knew he was someone deeply passionate about and dedicated to his art. And he's definitely a true artist. Some of photographs he took could pass for classic oil paintings they were so timeliness and wonderful - definitely family heirloom quality! He's also so easy to talk to and really wants a sense of what we truly wanted to capture from our big day. We told him we wanted some portraits but the majority of the time just wanted candids and natural moments captured so that we could fully be in the moment with our guests. And boy did he deliver! There were pictures from the reception that I had no idea he even was present for because he really let us be in our element. For that I'm super grateful. He is also someone who goes above and beyond to capture the minutia of the day. He was there with us from the time makeup and hair started to the very last dance. He would get on the ground if needed to capture that perfect shot and was so mindful of the natural lighting to help us capture some truly magical moments. We truly cannot recommend Larry enough!
CY & D., 7 months ago
One Red Door Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,895
  • Serves Rocky River, OH

Founded in 2011 by Dustin and Melissa Lopez, One Red Door is a wedding photography studio serving Northeast, Ohio. Their intention was to create an award winning studio that was different. After a few years, Melissa and Dustin created resources and the support necessary to allow other photographers to focus on their core competency, connecting with and photographing their clients.

I have had the pleasure of working with One Red Door Photography many times over the past several years and whenever one of my couples tells me that ORDP is part of their vendor team, I get so excited! I get excited because I know this couple is in for a treat. Dustin and Mel and their team are so good at making people at ease, which truly lets your natural personality shine through in the images that they capture. Their pictures are amazing! They push themselves creatively to get great shots. I remember one of my first weddings with them (I am a DJ), where Mel climbed up onto Dustin's shoulders to get an awesome full group photo of everyone on the dance floor. Dustin has taken family portraits for our family for the past few years and they hang on our walls printed on large canvases. We love them! My wife talks all the time about how the picture we got printed on a large canvas captures our family so perfectly! The team at ORDP really cares about you and about helping you have an amazing day and capturing that amazing day on camera. I've never met anyone that regretted hiring the ORDP team. This is an easy decision. Hire these guys!
James Fruits, 5 years ago
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Eivan's Photo & Video 

4.9

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,149
  • Serves Rocky River, OH

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.

Awarded Best of Zola
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., 6 months ago
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Original Weddings Photo & Video 

4.9

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Rocky River, OH

Original Weddings Photo & Video is a team of EMMY award winning storytellers. Our photography and videography packages are tailored to you, customizable and perfect for every wedding. We offer engagement photography, wedding photos, highlight films, wedding coverage and more.

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From our first interaction, the team at Sound Originals Photo & Video was professional, courteous, and friendly. Their communication throughout the planning process was excellent, and they were very responsive to our questions and requests. On the day of our wedding, they captured every moment beautifully, producing professional, bright, vivid, and simply picture-perfect photos. Even when we had to take some of the photos outside on a rainy day, they made the images look bright and amazing. We were thrilled with the final product, and would highly recommend Sound Originals to anyone planning their special day.
Denise, 6 months ago
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George Street Photo and Video 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,295
  • Serves Rocky River, OH
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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.

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George street did an amazing job matching us with a perfect photographer! The process was easy, super user friendly and our photographer, Kyran, did an AMAZING job! He went above and beyond to make our wedding day, one of a kind.
Elizabeth T., 5 months ago
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Once Like a Spark Wedding Co. 

4.9

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,845
  • Serves Rocky River, OH

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

We absolutely loved working with OLAS! Our team (photo & video) was so adaptable to the venue and had great ideas for shots and making the most of the location. I loved all of the candids taken of the guests which is something I wanted during the ceremony and reception. We were able to see parts of the night that we would have missed. The planning team was also great- Hannah was very helpful in giving me an example timeline ahead of our call. We’re so pleased with our choice to select OLAS!
Suzanne B., 4 months ago
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Ledd Lens LLC, Photo and Film 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Rocky River, OH

We are team of traveling wedding photographers and videographers. For 2024, we have 120+ weddings booked in 34 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.

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Ledd Lens LLC, Photo and Film were wonderful to work with for our wedding. They were very communicative and helpful in guiding us through all the different poses to capture the best shots. The quality of their work was amazing - they really captured the beauty and joy of our special day. They managed to get so many beautiful and unforgettable moments on camera that we will treasure forever. We highly recommend Ledd Lens LLC, Photo and Film - they were great and did an amazing job at capturing every special moment of our wedding.
Genesis M., 2 months ago
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Bellagala Photography 

4.9

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Rocky River, OH

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., 10 months ago
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Heather Christine Photo + Film 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Rocky River, OH
  • 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.

Awarded Best of Zola
I have followed Heather since she started and it has been so amazing watching her grow! Her and her team work so well to make your day special and made my visions come to life. I’m so happy she was able to capture so many memories of those closest to me. These photos will hang on my wall and be passed down for generations. I included just a few because they are truly something special!
Shannon, 10 months ago

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About wedding photographers in Rocky River, OH

How much does a wedding photographer typically cost in Rocky River, OH?

A Rocky River, OH wedding photographer ranges from $399 to $10,000 and averages at $2,500. The cost reflects the number of hours included, if there is a second photographer, any prints or albums, and, most importantly, the experience of the photographer. But every snapshot they take is a priceless memory of your big day — way better than your bestie's blurry smartphone pics, right?

Do most photographers include a second photographer?

96% of photographers in Rocky River, OH 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 Rocky River, OH?

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

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

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

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