The Best Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in Traverse City, MI

The Best Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in Traverse City, MI

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Jessica Max 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,200
  • Serves Traverse City, MI
  • Offer

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

Jess has done pictures for/of me for all of my big milestones. Graduation, engagement, wedding, maternity and family pictures and every single time they come out absolutely perfect and even better than I could imagine! And not only are the pictures perfect, her professionalism and communication is above and beyond. She is truly the best and I will always go to her for our pictures!
McKenna, 10 months ago
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March81 Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Traverse City, MI
  • Offer

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

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

5.0

Traverse City, MI
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,600

I am a Traverse City native, completely passionate about meeting new people and celebrating life's biggest adventures with them. Some of my favorite things in the world are Northern Michigan summers, a good story, and beautiful light. I am crazy about Jesus, my family, and adventures, and I consider it a great privilege to be a living my dream of being a wedding and portrait photographer in my absolute favorite place on earth.

I can't say enough thank you to Anna for the AMAZING wedding pictures we have received. As I was scrolling down the pictures, I had tears in my eyes because they just reminded me how beautiful our wedding day was. Anna did such a wonderful job capturing all the precious moments and telling a story through her camera. I have received so many compliments for the photos! During the day of the wedding, my husband and I both felt very very comfortable working with Anna. We thought that we would be nervous in front of the cameras, but it turned out that most of the time we hardly even noticed them! And when we were posing, Anna made it so easy that we were just laughing the whole time. We had so much fun thanks to Anna! Being a bride is overwhelming and I definitely missed a lot of fun, warm moments. Thank you, Anna, for documenting our memory perfectly!
Tiange, 5 months ago
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Promani Weddings 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Traverse City, MI

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

Promani Weddings was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding day. From the very first call, John and his team were open, honest, and incredibly effective communicators. John did an amazing job keeping the day rolling, giving clear directions, and overall had fun with our group! Their passion for their craft is evident in the beautiful photos they captured that we will cherish forever. We highly recommend Promani Weddings to any couple looking for a professional, personable, and talented photography team to document their special day.
Paighton B., 19 days ago
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Heather Christine Photo + Film 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,950
  • Serves Traverse City, MI
  • 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
Heather is not only an amazing photographer, but an amazing person as well. She is thorough, kind and so professional. Her energy brings such a calmness to your wedding day and she’s always willing to give her expertise. I can’t recommend Heather enough! My wife and I are obsessed with our wedding pictures.
Olivia, 6 months ago
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Emily Kyle Photography 

4.8

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Traverse City, MI

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

Awarded Best of Zola
Working with Emily Kyle Photography was the best wedding decision we made. Not only did she capture all the moments of our wedding perfectly giving us precious memories for a lifetime she made the entire planning process a delight. Emily was not just our photographer throughout the process but offered all her wedding knowledge helping to create the perfect day. From our engagement session to album creation she made us feel like her only couple and top priority. Emily truly is the BEST!
Emily S., 5 months ago
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JWhitehorn Media 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Traverse City, MI

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

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

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,300
  • Serves Traverse City, MI

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

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Working with Barry the photographer was a wonderful experience, not only does he have an eye for detail but also have the personality that will make any client feel truly comfortable in front of the camera...We love every picture that was taken of us...Best photographer for 2023...
Marlon, a year ago
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McKenzie Blaszak Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Traverse City, MI

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

Awarded Best of Zola
From the moment we booked McKenzie Blaszak Photography, we were impressed by her responsive, knowledgeable, and articulate communication style. McKenzie and her team were professional, fun, and great at putting everyone at ease during our wedding day. When a few unexpected issues arose, McKenzie helped us troubleshoot and work around them seamlessly. As a groom who typically dreads getting his photo taken, I was amazed at how comfortable and natural McKenzie made the experience feel. The final photos exceeded our expectations and beautifully captured all the special moments of our wedding day. We highly recommend McKenzie Blaszak Photography to any couple looking for a talented and personable photography team to document their big day.
Erca, 2 months ago
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Alasandra Photography LLC 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6,000
  • Serves Traverse City, MI

Hi, I’m Danielle, the heart behind Alasandra Photography. As a Michigan-based fine art wedding photographer, I’m passionate about capturing the joyful, authentic moments that make each couple’s love story unique. My style blends editorial artistry with unposed, candid moments, ensuring that your wedding day is documented in a way that feels true to your connection and celebrates the beauty of your love.

Awarded Best of Zola
Alasandra Photography LLC was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding day. Danielle’s communication was efficient and responsive, putting us at ease throughout the planning process. The final photos they delivered were timeless, classy, elegant, and captured the warmth and joy of our celebration. Danielle made my husband and I feel so calm and confident on our wedding day, and we knew from the moment we booked her that we had made the right choice. We are thrilled with the beautiful memories Alasandra Photography has preserved for us to cherish forever.
Chelsea M., a month ago
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Alivia Gray Studios 

4.8

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Traverse City, MI

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

Working with Arleigh is something any vendor hoped for! She supports her clients, and always offers a hand to her fellow professionals when available. She is truly passionate about her craft, and it rubs off on everyone she works with!
Cylee Catherine Events, 9 months ago
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Banker Creative 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,550
  • Serves Traverse City, MI

**We are new to Zola but not new wedding photographers.** 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!

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., 2 months ago
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Andy Hardman Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,995
  • Serves Traverse City, MI
  • Offer

I specialize in St. Paul & Minneapolis Minnesota engagements, elopements & wedding photography. I love to work with people with vision, an appreciation for creativity and a love for adventure. If you're game then so am I. Let's make some gorgeous art together.

It was a pleasure working with Andy, he made us feel comfortable and ourselves during the whole process! I would definitely recommend him to anyone who wants a photographer that has a way of captioning gorgeous photos with such rich detail. He really knows how to make you look your best with a beautiful and unique background. Andy also made the experience fun, he has a great sense of humor and down to earth. Thank you for captioning one of our most memorable moments!
Allyssa S., 4 months ago
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Spectacular Photographer - A Better DJ and Photographer Nationwide 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $799
  • Serves Traverse City, MI
  • Offer

We've been in business over 25 years! Don't spend thousands of dollars for your wedding photos! Before you book your photographer visit our site for over a million beautiful photos and thousands of testimonials, then give us a call! Elopements are just $499 and full wedding photo packages start at just $799. We will capture amazing photos in natural color and create a custom online album where you can share all your photos from. You can purchase prints at wholesale prices. Planning help is included in every package! We also provide top level DJ & video services in budget friendly packages! We are available nationwide including your area!

Their staff was prompt, professional, involved! Our pictures are top of the line! The DJ was great got people up dancing in the sweltering weather!
Barbara B., 4 months ago
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Selah Photo Co 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Traverse City, MI

Hi, I'm Breanna, the heart and lens behind Selah Photo Co., where we capture not just photos, but the essence of every special moment. With a passion for storytelling through the art of photography, I specialize in wedding and engagement photography that feels as authentic as your love story. Beyond your special day, I am excited to grow with you, capturing life’s future milestones as your family blossoms and evolves.

Breanna with Selah Photography has been to our venue several times over the past 2 years and has been a pleasure to work with and has provided our couples with a professional attitude and demeanor on wedding day in addition to beautiful photos!
Sarah, 6 months ago
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Angela Mallett Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Traverse City, MI

Angela is a Destination wedding photographer capturing timeless memories. She loves providing couples with candid images that they can look back on for a lifetime. Her passion is to connect and tell couples’ love stories through the beauty and emotion of the moments captured.

I can't say enough wonderful things about Angela! She was absolutely amazing capturing every special moment with such grace and creativity. Her attention to detail and ability to make everyone feel comfortable was truly impressive. The photos turned out stunning and they perfectly reflect the joy of our special day. I highly recommend her to any bride looking for a talented and passionate photographer. Thank you for making our memories so beautiful!!
Mia B., a month ago
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Gemini Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,400
  • Serves Traverse City, MI

We’re Sandra and Nichole – two Gemini sisters ready to document your love story. Our vibe is romantic, modern, and timeless. We're a perfect blend of editorial and documentary. We bring your vision to life on both digital and film.

Awarded Best of Zola
These ladies are phenomenal! We hired them for our wedding and it was one of the best decisions we made for our day. From our first chat over zoom, we knew instantly that we could trust them and that they would capture us, not just a one-size-fits-all deal. They truly capture each couple in their own unique way and you can tell just by looking at their work. I’m so glad we did an engagement shoot first, because it got all the nerves out for us and we got to build more of a relationship with them before our day. We are not people who like being in front of cameras, but their enthusiasm and professionalism put us, especially me, at instant ease! The photos turned out great even with it being an unforcasted rainy and unusually hot fall day. And the wedding, holy moly! They had to wrangle all sorts of family dynamics and chaos while still taking beautiful photos in the rain. Not sure how that happened, but they made it all seem so easy and we had so much fun with them! We didn’t have to worry about a thing! …Not one thing! We received our first look photos in no time after the wedding and we are in love already. Can’t wait to see the rest! We will definitely be contacting them again in the future. Wherever you are in your photographer search (and reading reviews like this), just stop and set up a chat now. You will not be disappointed!
Katie, 19 days ago
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Willow + Rove Creative 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,900
  • Serves Traverse City, MI

At Willow + Rove Creative, based in Knoxville, Tennessee, we specialize in light and airy, documentary-style wedding photography that beautifully tells your love story. With a passion for capturing genuine moments, we create timeless images that reflect each couple’s unique essence. Whether it’s an intimate ceremony or a grand celebration, we ensure your personality shines through. We love to travel to stunning locations, including the Smoky Mountains, to craft unforgettable memories. Let us capture the joy of your special day in a way that feels authentic and true to you.

We worked with Ashlyn for our wedding vow renewal and she was able to capture every idea that came to my head! She was all in and awesome to work with! Very easy going and easy to communicate with also! So happy we went with Willow & Rove to capture something so special to us!
Susy H., 5 months ago
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Wendy Thibodeau Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,700
  • Serves Traverse City, MI

Hii! I am Wendy! I love storytelling and my heart loves endlessly. No two stories are alike and we all have something to learn from each other. I have been on this journey as a wedding photographer for over a decade. I have been taken to so many places that I would have never been to if it weren't for my wonderful clients. I have shared the most beautiful, important and heartfelt moments with my couples, their friends and their families.

Just finished another amazing session with Wendy... From our family photos over the last decade to our son’s first birthday photos…and most recently our elopement early July, Wendy captures the most perfect moments and emotion. The candid in-betweens she captures always end up being my fave, and I am so thankful I can always trust her to capture our most cherished moments! Will continue to turn to Wendy for years to come!
Stephany F., 4 months ago
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Wildcrest Studio 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Traverse City, MI

Wildcrest Studio, established by Jessie Harris, is a natural light, lifestyle photographer. I aim to capture the magic of your wedding day and you as a unique couple through peerless, stunning photographs!

I am going to try and get off my soapbox for this review but I make no promises. Hiring Jessie Harris and Wildcrest Studios for my wedding was the single best decision I have ever made, except for marrying my husband. We had a small wedding, with a small budget, a very specific vision, no planner or coordinator, and no freaking clue what we were doing. From my first phone call with Jessie I knew that she was something special. She is experienced, organized, diligent, detail oriented, creative, kind, patient, and funny as heck. She truly listens to what you are hoping for and - somehow, despite all odds - she makes it happen. She LITERALLY threw off her shoes and climbed into Lake Michigan to get a shot of my husband and I on a dock at sunset. She kicked the groomsmen out of the area during our first touch because it was ruining the moment and I was too emotional and nervous to say anything. She drove across the state to shoot a pre-wedding reception for us. Alex, the second shooter, tied my husband’s bow tie for him before he walked down the aisle… and my brother’s… and my dad’s… and I’m pretty sure half the groomsmen’s bow ties too. She helped us create the timeline for our wedding day. She even gave us advice on what to pick for our first dance. And, to top it all off, she has provided us with the most unbelievable and stunning engagement, reception, and wedding day photos I could have imagined. Grateful doesn’t begin to cover how I feel when thinking about finding Jessie and Wildcrest Studios. Do yourself a favor and at least send an inquiry. Or don’t, and I’ll keep her all to myself :)
Morgen P., 2 months ago
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Chettara T. Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Traverse City, MI

I’m addicted to capturing who you are and your tale as it unfolds (the photojournalistic approach gives me life). I can occasionally be found sipping on bubble tea while indulging in Doctor Who, Sherlock, or Merlin marathons. Being diagnosed with Lupus at 16, I had to give up my ultimate goal of being a pilot in the Air Force. After my first year of Law School, I felt a bit empty and sat down to take a serious look at my life. I never saw it as a career path and pretty much wrote it off until 2016. I'm extremely blessed to be able to work with so many amazing people. Full: www.chettaratphotography.com/about

Awarded Best of Zola
Chettara has an extraordinary talent for capturing the essence of her subjects candidly or posed, and making every single person her lens captures look stunning and special. Her manner will put you so at ease while she’s working with you and will capture the effortless real moments that all add up to the most special day of your life. She was the first vendor we booked based off her portfolio and thorough investment personally and professionally alone and we are still so beyond thrilled to have made her our priority. She cares and she’s a true creative - can’t wait to have an excuse to work with her again ️
Laura S., a year ago
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Nicole Leoné Miller Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6,000
  • Serves Traverse City, MI

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 is super talented and her photographs are memorable in all the best ways. She is one of the recommended photographers for our event center and our clients have only praised her work. She is easy to work with and has performed in a professional manner on all fronts. But what stands out most is her artistry. She captures the beauty of the moments most precious and has an incredible eye and perspective which makes her images one of a kind. I can not say enough about her talents and highly recommend.
Laura Mooney, a year ago
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Root & Arrow Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,900
  • Serves Traverse City, MI

We are Richard + Amanda! A husband + wife photography duo who've been shooting weddings together since 2012. We are visual storytellers + passionate about documenting love in all it's forms. Available in Michigan & beyond.

Awarded Best of Zola
Amanda and Richard shot our engagement photos and our wedding photos x2! The pandemic was so hard but they made rescheduling and then changing our minds and having two weddings so easy! They are awesome to work with and make your nerves go away while being photographed. They are also down for anything, including trudging through 3 feet deep snow in December to get winter wonderland photos. The product you have to cherish at the end are like none other. I love Amanda’s moody and real style that perfectly captures the moment. Would highly highly recommend.
Aubrey M., 3 years ago
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Jen Marie Imagery 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Traverse City, MI

Hi!! I'm Jen, the heart and soul behind Jen Marie Imagery! I'm passionate about creating unforgettable memories through my lens. Beyond being a dedicated photographer, I'm a coffee lover, taco enthusiast, concert junkie, Netflix aficionado, and proud pet parent. My journey with photography started as a childhood passion, using up all my mom's film on disposable cameras. What began as a hobby transformed into my life's calling in 2016 when I booked my first wedding. From that moment, I knew I had found my true purpose. There’s nothing I love more than photographing love!

Jen is so professional and her attention to detail is impeccable! Jen thinks of everything you might need for your day and is wonderful at offering suggestions! She will keep you on time for the whole day and not make you feel rushed! Jen truly listens to you and will make you feel special, beautiful and loved on your big day! Whether you need her for your wedding or photos with the family, Jen is the person to book!
Sierra d., 2 months ago
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Sol Luna Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,398
  • Serves Traverse City, MI

* INQUIRE THROUGH WEBSITE * Sol Luna Photography is a Destination Wedding Photographer based out Michigan serving Detroit, Chicago, Grand Rapids, New York City, Italy + Worldwide. Lyndsey is a talented and dedicated wedding professional that strives to provide couples with photographs that capture the depth of their story. Specializing in Documentary Style photographs and fine art portraitures. Lyndsey offers a variety of collections to ensure that every memory is photographed. Lyndsey also has optional add on's available such as Film Photos + Wedding Weekend Coverage.

Lyndsey was amazing through our whole wedding process; from engagement photos, meetings, and the wedding day! She helped two people who generally don’t like their pictures taken feel so comfortable in front of the camera. Her style of photography was exactly what we were looking for and we are so thrilled with the outcome. Lyndsey set up a meeting prior to our wedding and created a whole timeline for photos that went along with what our coordinators at the venue had planned. As a big planning person this was so nice for me to see how the whole day would fit together. My favorite thing about working with Lyndsey was just her in general. She is truly a kind person who is passionate about her work. She has an eye for photography that I haven’t seen in any one else’s work. The poses that she created felt natural and came across beautifully. I can’t recommend her enough. If you are looking for timeless looking photos that don’t fit into that standard wedding photo box then she is the one for you! I am so thankful to have worked with her during my wedding journey, she made everything amazing! I look forward to working with her again in the future.
Erika, 5 months ago
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The Narrative Weddings (Photo + Video) 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $8,800
  • Serves Traverse City, MI

I'm Jarrod. I'm a wedding photographer based in the US. Originally from Florida and now traveling full-time in a Sprinter van shooting love stories. ​I like to describe my approach to wedding photography as documentary with an editorial flare. About 80% of the day I am capturing your day as it naturally unfolds in a beautiful way. The other 20% I love to prompt you or direct you to create romantic images that have intention and FEELING. Sometimes portraits will feel romantic and editorial and other times they will feel playful and fun. It fully depends on your personal relationship. I love to tell your story as authentically as I can.

Awarded Best of Zola
Jarrod did an amazing job on our wedding day! We were so very grateful to have him there with us. He was absolutely amazing and did a great job collaborating with our other vendors and coordinating logistics and timing of what we wanted to have done. We were so happy that we got videography done for our big day- feels like we’re reliving it each time we watch it! Highly recommend and very worth it!!!
Nila & T., a year ago
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Erica Kearns Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,700
  • Serves Traverse City, MI

For the unscripted- Your love story deserves to be told unscripted. We believe that the magic lies in the spontaneous laughter, the stolen glances, and the heartfelt gestures that develop authentically throughout your wedding day. Our unobtrusive approach allows us to blend seamlessly into your day, ensuring that you and your loved ones can savor each moment while we work our magic behind the scenes. We strive to be invisible storytellers, capturing the raw emotions, the unexpected surprises, and the authentic connections that make your wedding day truly unique.

Awarded Best of Zola
I have had the pleasure of Erica capturing my engagement, wedding, and newborn baby photos. She is my go to photographer for many reasons: She is professional, easy to work with, and creative. Erica has this unique ability to make you feel like you and your occasion are the only thing that matter, and not just that day, but all the planning days leading up to it. Shes passionate about her work and clients and it shows. Erica provides a preview of photos within 24 hours (in my experience, even sooner one time). She provides an online portal to view all photos which is user friendly and creates beautiful albums as well. I always order prints from her as well which she prints for me. I always say I wish I could relive my wedding day and Ericas work helps me do just that with the amazing photos she captured.
Ashley M., 4 years ago
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Avery Kate Photography, LLC 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Traverse City, MI

Hi, I'm Avery! I am West Michigan born and raised, with a bit of a roaming side. You can find me traveling the great outdoors, reading a good book or sunset watching at the lake. I thrive on God’s great love and creation. Farming runs deep through my family roots, so I guess you could call me a farm girl. I’m a homebody at heart, with a passion to adventure. I fell in love with photography when I picked up my mom’s old camera in middle school. I'd capture everything from blades of grass to the cattle on my farm. 5 years later, using my cattle as models has turned into photographing weddings and capturing everything from portraits to families.

Awarded Best of Zola
Avery was amazing! She was great with communicating with me about the weather and good times and days for photos leading up to the shoot. Then she arrived on time and was very professional and had poses picked out for us and directed us through the whole thing for amazing pictures. A very short amount of time later we received our beautiful sneak peeks- followed very closely by the rest of our gallery! Could not recommend more I am very happy with her and her work!
Jess W., 2 years ago
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M/K Studios LLC 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Traverse City, MI

M/K Studios LLC is a wedding photographer based in Houghton, MI. We specialize in capturing adventurous weddings and intimate elopements in the enchanting regions of Northern Michigan, Wisconsin, and Minnesota. We are passionate about capturing the essence of your love and adventure, and we strive to create timeless images that you will cherish for a lifetime.

Awarded Best of Zola
I recently attended a photo workshop with Mary. As a fellow photographer who deeply appreciates candid imagery and the art of capturing landscapes, I have been truly inspired by Mary's work showcasing the beauty of the Upper Peninsula. Mary's ability to convey the raw, unfiltered essence of this rugged terrain is nothing short of remarkable. Her candid shots seem to effortlessly freeze moments in time, allowing viewers to connect intimately with the scenes she captures :)
Katey, 7 months ago
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Madalyn Muncy Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves Traverse City, MI

Hi, I'm Madalyn Muncy-Piens, the lady behind the lens over here at Madalyn Muncy Photography. I'm not into being the center of attention so I keep your wedding ALL ABOUT YOU. I'm all about balance, so I'm the perfect combination of organized and flexible, proactive yet not overbearing, knowledgeable but not bossy, and a comforting presence both with and without a camera in hand. When you hire me, you get someone who genuinely cares about comparing photos of our dogs, sharing recipes for dinner, and listening to your book recommendations. Check out my website or Instagram to learn more about me!

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We hired Madalyn to take our engagement photos and to photograph our wedding, and she was the absolute best. From the very beginning, she was super on top of everything, with multiple questionnaires over the course of the year leading up to our wedding. She made a schedule for our wedding day that we were able to share with the rest of our vendors and included so many useful details. Besides how organized and pleasant Madalyn was to work with, her photographs were incredible. She captured so much joy in her pictures and we could not be happier that we hired her for our wedding.
Kelly, 17 days ago
Kirsten Wray Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Traverse City, MI

Hi, I’m Kirsten, the creative heart behind Kirsten Wray Photography! Since 2008, KWP has been capturing life’s most amazing moments, right here in Indianapolis and beyond. After earning my Bachelor of Fine Arts from Ball State University, I followed my passion for photography to the vibrant city of Indy, where I’ve been telling stories through my lens ever since. Whether it's local events or adventures across the globe, I’m all about creating stunning, authentic images for my incredible clients. Let’s make magic together!

Kirsten Wray Photography was absolutely fantastic to work with for our wedding. From the very beginning, Kirsten's communication style was direct, effective, and genuinely sweet - she immediately put us at ease as a couple who doesn't usually love being in front of the camera. Despite having a huge family that was challenging to wrangle, Kirsten was professional, prompt, and thorough in getting all the group shots we wanted. The finished photos are of excellent quality and editing, capturing all the special moments of our day in a way that exceeds our expectations. Kirsten went above and beyond to deliver amazing photos, and we couldn't be happier with the results. We highly recommend Kirsten Wray Photography to any couple looking for an exceptional wedding photography experience.
Sephrah, 2 months ago
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Mollan Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Traverse City, MI

I've been specializing in weddings for nearly 15 years. My style includes capturing the many genuine moments that occur during the wedding day in an unobtrusive and low key way. Documenting the day in an artistic and non cheesy way really tells the story of a couple's big day. I feed off the energy from couple's and their guests and craft a story of their day through photos. On a personal note, I have a loving wife, 3 kids and 2 dogs!

Awarded Best of Zola
Matt is simply the best. He exceeded every expectation and was so easy to work with. He helped us plan our entire timeline for the day and everything went phenomenal. Highly recommended.
Matthew G., a year ago
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Natural Images Photo Video 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Traverse City, MI

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
I highly recommend Natural Images. They did amazing work, extremely professional and high quality photos. We couldn’t have asked for a better wedding photographer and videographer!
Bryce and T., a year ago
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Brittany Emerson Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves Traverse City, MI

When it comes to choosing a wedding photographer there is so much more to think about than just the pretty photos you’re left with or the investment you spent to have them. I’ll be the one vendor you spend majority of your day with, so choosing someone you vibe with is super important.

Awarded Best of Zola
Brittany is both honest, kind & incredibly devoted to her clients. She works very hard to ensure you are taken care, of that your questions are answered, and not just the day of but through the entire planning process. From preparation guides for your engagement session to plannings tips on your wedding day. Brittany ensures you have everything you need to make good decisions about your photo plans for your wedding day. The value included in these items isn't part of the total cost, but instead just how she prefers to love on her clients. An added unexpected bonus really. You can't go wrong with booking your photos with her! Her work is amazing, she has an incredible creative eye & is amazing at what she does! So much so that her clients refer their friends & to her!
Ashley, 4 years ago
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Shonda Michelson Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Traverse City, MI

Hi, I'm Shonda! I am a wedding photographer based in Northern Michigan. I am all about capturing the real emotions and connections of your wedding day. With a focus on small intimate weddings and elopements, my documentary photography style is genuine and authentic, conveying the equality and love between you and your partner. I strive to create images that convey your unique story.

Awarded Best of Zola
Shonda is absolutely unparalleled in the industry. Neither my husband nor I are typically comfortable in front of the camera, but Shonda did an incredible job putting us at ease through her approach of encouraging connection and focus on each other, rather than being rigidly posed. She captured our love in an authentic way that felt intimate and unique, which is essential for what I'd say is one of the most important vendors you choose for your wedding day. She was organized, thoughtful, and thorough at every point in the process, and can make a wedding at any venue feel special and snazzy. We HIGHLY recommend her to any future couples!
Katlyn & R., 2 years ago
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Wander Out West | Photo + Video 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $100
  • Serves Traverse City, MI

Hello, my name is Liv and I'm an Adventure Elopement + Destination Wedding photographer based in Colorado. I'm down for just about anything rock climbing, snowboard/skiing, hot air balloon, helicopters, ATV and sand dune riding. If you are up for a unique experience, I am here to capture it! If you want to keep it simple overlooking the mountains I am there! I'm here to tell your story no matter how minimal or adventurous it may be. Best yet, I travel to you! Traveling to new destinations with couples to their desired location is a part of what I do + love to do!

Working with Wander Out West was an absolute dream from start to finish. Our photos and video are like something straight out of a magazine and were exactly what we asked for in every way. We could not be more happy with the results
Sadia G., 6 months ago
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The Next Best Men Wedding Photographers 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,450
  • Serves Traverse City, MI

From bright beach weddings to moody mountain top elopements, we strive to capture special days in their best light. We are three friends on a mission to craft bold and beautiful documentary style wedding photography that couples will cherish forever. But above all, we like to think we just click.

From the moment we first spoke with Wyatt from The Next Best Men Wedding Photographers, we knew we were in good hands. Their communication style was clear, friendly, respectful, and incredibly helpful throughout the entire planning process. On the day of our wedding, Wyatt's professionalism and expertise were on full display as he captured the most amazing, beautiful, and impressive photos that we will cherish forever. He put my shy, awkward fiancé and I right at ease, and even impressed our guests by seamlessly shooting with two cameras at once. We are thrilled with the final results and cannot recommend The Next Best Men enough to any couple looking for wedding photographers who will truly help make your special day unforgettable.
Kelsey O., 19 days ago
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Juniper Woods Photography LLC 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Traverse City, MI

Hey! I'm Christina- an elopement + intimate wedding photographer based in Michigan and travel worldwide. If you're looking for the traditional wedding photographer- you won't find that here. An adventurous spirit and a sucker for true love. I yearn to capture those wildly intimate moments for ALL couples. I'm here for the wild souls, the madly in love, those who romanticize the world around them. Capturing honest love in the most beautiful places on the planet is what fuels my fire. If you are seeking cinematic, documentary style art- you're in the right place.

Awarded Best of Zola
We have worked with Christina many times for our pictures and I promise you, we won’t go anywhere else ever again! The first time we did pictures with Christina she made us feel SO comfortable and she was so professional guiding us on what poses to do (because we had no idea), you feel like you’ve known her your entire life right when you first meet her. If you want absolutely stunning pictures, and a fantastic experience Christina of Juniper woods is the way to go, I cannot recommend her enough!
Stephanie and C., 3 years ago
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Pluvia Studios 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Traverse City, MI

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.

From the moment we first spoke with Pluvia Studios, we knew they would be the perfect photographers for our wedding day. Their communication was understanding, easy, and highly professional, which instantly put us at ease. The final photos and videos they captured were simply stunning - perfectly captivating every special moment and emotion. They arrived on time and worked seamlessly throughout the day to ensure they didn't miss a single detail. We are thrilled with the final product and could not recommend Pluvia Studios more highly for any couple looking for photographers that will help make their wedding day truly unforgettable.
Faith and M., a month ago
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Sammy Mich Photo 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves Traverse City, MI

Im passionate about documenting your big day in a way you can be brought back to the moment and feel the excitement and passion every time you look at your wedding album. Photographing your wedding is as important to me as it is to you, and it not a job I take lightly! Every couple has a different list of important items to be captured, and my goal is to serve you and your partner in the best way possible, capturing the shots most important to you, plus the little in-between moments you didn’t even know that happened.

My wife and i are very happy and thankful we found Sammy. We had a last minute emergency wedding due to my wife’s father being diagnosed with a terminal illness and not much time to live. Wanted to get professional pictures taken so to have quality pictures to look back on a few beautiful moment during a tragic time with my wife’s father. Contacted Sammy with only a few days notice. Sammy responded very quickly and thankfully was available. My wife and i were only mainly focused on getting shots of the ceremony itself and yet Sammy pulled off sooooo much more. The day of our wedding it was raining till ~1pm and the wedding was in my parent’s in law’s back yard scheduled at 4pm. Needless to say we were all literally working setting up decorations and rapidly getting ready till minutes before the ceremony. Somehow Sammy took a magnitude of stellar pictures of us all while we were setting up and getting ready, so much so that the number of pictures make our wedding look like a lengthy wedding day portfolio! Every single one of the pictures taken from our wedding are beautifully and consistently edited, and most importantly captured the crucial moment we were hoping for. My wife and I are still blown away by Sammy’s work and without a doubt highly recommend Sammy to anyone needing a professional photographer.
Gina & P., 4 years ago

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About wedding photographers in Traverse City, MI

How much does a wedding photographer typically cost in Traverse City, MI?

A Traverse City, MI wedding photographer ranges from $300 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 Traverse City, MI offer a second photographer, although it typically depends on the package you book! Second photographers are helpful because one person can’t be everywhere at once, and the second photographer ensures all the details are covered.

Which are the most popular photographers in Traverse City, MI?

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

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

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

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