Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in Van Meter, IA

Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in Van Meter, IA

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Yvette’s Photography 
Waukee, IA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,800

Hi there, my name is Yvette, and I am a natural light photographer! I specialize in portraiture, so anything from senior and family to maternity and engagement. I thrive to get creative with each person I take pictures of and to make new memories you can keep forever. After All, photography is about capturing souls, not smiles. Even though I love seeing all your beautiful smiles.

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Heather Christine Photo + Film 

4.9

Charleston, WV
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,950
  • Serves Van Meter, IA

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, 14 days ago
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Ledd Lens LLC, Photo and Film 

5.0

Miami, FL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,499
  • Serves Van Meter, IA
  • Offer

We are traveling wedding photographer and videographer. For 2024, we have 70+ weddings booked in 21 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.

We decided to do a last minute baby moon in the Miami area. I wanted to take advantage of the opportunity to get a photoshoot. However, I was a bit worried about finding a photographer on short notice, especially between Christmas and New Years. I reached out to several photographers and Ledd Lens was the only company that promptly responded, replying to me within ten minutes, From the very start of our conversation, Andre was exceptionally professional, responsive, and approachable. He was very flexible with my last minute request and accommodating to my asks. I knew right away that he would be a fantastic choice. When the day came the weather did not cooperate and Andre was able to flex his schedule to a time that was not rainy, which was much appreciated. He assured me that this would be a positive experience regardless of the weather. And the photo shoot went fantastic! His ability to choreograph and capture a scene is unparalleled. You could feel the enthusiasm and passion he has for his work, and that is reflected in the final product. Andre did a great job of quickly editing and delivering the photos. We absolutely love how they turned out and cannot recommend Andre and Ledd Lens enough!
Muriel, 6 months ago
Jason Thomas Crocker Photography | Des Moines Wedding Photographer 

5.0

Des Moines, IA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Van Meter, IA

Hi, I’m Jason, a Des Moines wedding photographer who travels around the globe photographing weddings. After documenting over 500 weddings, I can honestly say that no two weddings are the same! I strive for epic compositions with my photojournalistic approach to wedding photography to capture the true essence of who you are as a newly married couple. In addition to my skills as a photographer, I’ve also built my client experience to infuse more fun and less stress into your wedding day.

I was extremely impressed with Jason. He was extremely professional, and managed a rowdy group of guests to capture all the moments we hoped. Jason wasn't just the photographer on the wedding--he helped out in other ways by looking for an item that was lost and making sure the venue was prepared. He was vigilant and helped make our wedding day perfect. His portfolio is also exceptional. I highly recommend Jason.
Jon W., 2 years ago
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Caz Isaiah - Cinemotion 

5.0

New York, NY
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Van Meter, IA
  • Offer

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

My firm has hired and referred Caz for multiple events. His attitude, professionalism, and passion always shines through . He has a great eye for detail. It really shows in his photos and videos. I would recommend him to anyone who is serious about quality!
Rod, 4 months ago
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Langham Weddings 

5.0

Chicago, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves Van Meter, IA

Welcome to Langham Weddings, where we transform your special moments into timeless memories. As a nationwide premier provider of wedding photography, videography, and DJ services, we are dedicated to making your big day as magical and memorable as you've always dreamed.

I had a wonderful experience working with the Langham Weddings team! They were always super helpful when I had questions or needed info. I absolutely love the photos and the video from my wedding, and am so thankful to have chosen them to capture the memories! The photographers/videographers were so professional and kind. Please don't hesitate to use their services.
Kurt C., 12 days ago
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Andreoni Photography & Videography 

5.0

Peru, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Van Meter, IA

Capturing life's most precious moments through the lens of love. At Andreoni Photography, we are more than just photographers and videographers — we're a family-centered team that understands the significance of each moment and bring a unique blend of passion and expertise to every project. From engagements to weddings, we're here to freeze- frame the love, joy, and connections that make life extraordinary. Let us tell your story through our lens, preserving memories that will warm your heart for generations to come.

Awarded Best of Zola
Andreoni Photography was wonderful to work with. The pictures and videos from my wedding turned out amazing! They are so friendly and really helped to make the day go smoothly. I definitely recommend them.
Hannah M., 7 months ago
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cmyphotography101 

5.0

Saint Charles, MO
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Van Meter, IA

Hey, I am Chloe Marie, and cmyphotography101 is a St. Louis Missouri-based wedding photography business focused on capturing couples' memories and prioritizing detail-oriented moments. I specialize in connecting and candid-focused photography with the promise that no memories will be missed. Documenting your stories in your way is my goal. Every story is different, and let's make it yours! I'll shoot your wedding for free if you live in AZ, CO & UT!! All you need to pay is a travel fee :) Also you can add payment plans to any packages!!

Awarded Best of Zola
So much fun to work with her. We were impressed by the creativity of the photos we received. She easily captured the love my husband and I share!
Kaci, 2 years ago
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Melissa Cervantes Photography 

5.0

Burlington, IA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,200
  • Serves Van Meter, IA

I have 12 years of photography experience, 6 years in the industry and have shot more than 180 weddings. Safe to say, this IS my passion. Couples and wedding photography can be SO stressful--the pressure to look and be a certain way or follow trends is INTENSE. Wedding stress is real and I am anti it all the way. For my couples, they're job is just to show up and have fun. I will do ALL the rest!

Awarded Best of Zola
This review is so overdue it makes me sick, but the reason I've put it off for so long is because I've struggled to come up with the words to fully capture how I feel about Mel and what she contributed to making our special day E V E R Y T H I N G I could have ever asked for. If you don't want to read my whole novel, here's all you need to know: Mel is incredible. As a human being, a woman, a friend, a professional, a photographer - all of it. She will take care of you. I would've paid 10x as much as we did for the memories Mel gave us -- both actual memories WITH Mel and the memories she captured in her photos. From the very beginning I knew I wanted Mel in my corner. I find it SO admirable and refreshing that she takes seriously whether she meshes with her prospective clients or not. She KNOWS that the photos are going to pop off that much more if the vibes between client & photographer are *chef's kiss* -- she's not just chasing anyone down for the money or the exposure. To me, this made Mel really stand out. Vibing with Mel also meant I felt comfortable (because she allowed me the space to) text her with questions/concerns or for advice during the planning and she ALWAYS made me feel better about whatever I was worrying about. Mel is a friend, a sidekick, a bada**, ready-for-anything, go-with-the-flow-but-also-command-the-flow hype woman professional. I'm not kidding when I say that a large portion of my core memories from wedding day are with Mel. And I don't mean because she was following me around with a camera all day, I mean because of the actual hilarious, heartwarming, lifesaving interactions with Mel that stick out to me more than conversations I had with our own wedding guests. Imagine spending all day with someone who isn't making you laugh, providing you relief from the stress, tending to you and just making you feel like an absolute prize all day!!?! Couldn't be me. Wouldn't be Mel. She's d*mn good company. We had a large wedding party which can be annoying for any vendor but especially a photographer. Mel never made us feel bad about that. She stated the facts, made clear what she needed and then made. it. happen. The groomsmen in our party were not great listeners and Mel dominated in getting everyone's attention back. My bridesmaids were basically crushing over how much of a boss she is. And because of how much of a boss she is, she kept ALL things on track, even things she wasn't originally responsible for. She is THE ultimate wedding expert and has an answer for everything. Not every photographer could do what she does, so thank god for Mel knowing her strengths and positioning herself to share the power of those strengths with all of us. Nothing could've prepared me for the emotions I would feel looking through the gallery Mel delivered. Utter shock and awe -- our photos were uniquely ours but still dazzled with that same Mel magic I fell in love with when I found her on IG. After our wedding, I looked back on our day and felt sad thinking about moments I missed or wish I could redo. Her photos completely took all of that away. It was all accounted for. You can trust her to have listened to your needs/wants, to have taken any unique or awkward circumstances into consideration and to have captured moments you'd probably be sad about missing (even the really small, less obviously-important ones). Book her. Book her for the max duration that you can. She's the best in the biz and nothing could convince me otherwise.
Erin K., a year ago
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The Narrative by Jarrod Rigby (Photo + Video) 

5.0

Venice, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Van Meter, IA

Hey future newlyweds! I'm Jarrod, a wedding photographer that specializes in story telling. Tired of all the bright, overposed, cookie cutter sh*t you keep seeing? Let's create wedding images with real emotion, story, and intention to them. I know being in front of the camera can be awkward. That's why I choose not to pose couples, but instead prompt you to do something like "take off your shoes and run across the field" or " get inside the car and kiss everywhere except the lips". These prompts will help you feel comfortable and also help create candid images. Check out my website for more info :)

Awarded Best of Zola
Jarrod and his wife, Taylor, are truly a dream to work with! My husband and I really wanted some simple engagement photos taken, but were reluctant because we’re not totally comfortable in front of the camera and didn’t want the poses/photos to look cheesy. Taylor gave us plenty of suggestions to pose us naturally and kept us laughing which put us at ease immediately. Jarrod was such a professional and really worked every angle and background to make it look like we spent an entire day shooting. The editing was super crisp and clean and the photos came back incredibly quickly. They far exceeded our expectations and we can’t thank them enough for giving us beautiful, lasting memories from such an important time in our lives. This couple is seriously amazing - genuine, fun, and experts at what they do!! Book them!
Kelsey B., 7 months ago
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Grace in Chaos Photography 

5.0

Stronghurst, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Van Meter, IA

I've always been a creative at heart, my own mother is an artist so maybe it's genetic? However, photography was never on my radar. One fateful day, a friend reached out to me requesting engagement photos for her and her love. My iPhone and I were absolutely honored at the opportunity! After the debut of those beautiful, phone quality captures, the inquiries came rolling in! I was pleasantly surprised and within months decided it was only right to invest in proper gear. Officially established in 2021, I've been beyond blessed with the chance to meet so many wonderful people and capture their once in a lifetime moments! Anya Grace 🖤

We love working with Anya! She is amazing and fun and so creative!
Danielle, a year ago
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Corah B Photography 

5.0

Ankeny, IA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Van Meter, IA

I'm a 20 something lover of all things love- as cliche as it is- it's the truth. I'm wildly in love with my other half and have grown a glorious marriage with two beautifully broken people. That is one of my favorite things about wedding days, seeing the two become one and watching your lives and loves to grow into beautiful families for years to come! My priority as your wedding photographer is knowing you. With facetime calls, coffee dates, we deep dive into your story, priorities of your wedding day, and ultimately the vibe you want with your day and photos. As someone in a messy, beautiful marriage, I want to be a part of that with you.

Awarded Best of Zola
Both my husband and I HATE planning, so naturally, we had a lot of anxiety around the wedding and how / what to plan. Corah was by far the easiest decision we made! She was SO helpful and understanding of our specific wants. Her photos are absolutely STUNNING and she made our wedding day so stress-free. Cannot recommend Corah enough!
Jackie B., 3 years ago
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Dan Dalstra Photography 

5.0

Fort Madison, IA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Van Meter, IA

A former newspaper photojournalist turned wedding photographer. I love telling people's stories, eating cake, and dancing at your wedding. All while making incredible photos you will pass down to your grandkids.

Awarded Best of Zola
Dan is a true artist when it comes to making you look fabulous. Not only is he extremely fun to work with he truly cares about each and every client, vendor, and guest that he comes in contact with. We couldn't recommend him enough, you're always in the best hands with Dan!
Electric Entertainment, 2 years ago
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LM Photography 

3.0

Albert Lea, MN
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,499
  • Serves Van Meter, IA

We are a husband and wife photography team! We work well together, feeding off each others excitement and ideas. We also compliment each other and always seem to fill where the other is lacking. We communicate well to make sure we get the perfect shots!

Awarded Best of Zola
Highly recommend LM Photography! They went above and beyond to capture our special day perfectly and were such a joy to have at our wedding!
Kelsey M., 8 months ago
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TFC Photography and Film 

5.0

Spencer, IA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Van Meter, IA

Its time to celebrate! That is what a wedding day is for. Its the best day to start the rest of your lives together, so let's make is a party! I love weddings, I have a blast with your friends and family. I'll be out and dancing with you all at the end of the night. I have a job to do.... and I have the best time doing it!

Tim was great to work with for our engagement and wedding pictures! They made the experience fun and natural and some how managed to capture all of that on our special day! We were so happy we chose them, I would highly recommend to anyone!
KeAnn, 2 years ago
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Natural Images Photo Video 

5.0

Foley, AL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Van Meter, IA

In business since 1992, Natural Images Photo Video provides a very unique photography and videography package specifically tailored to wedding couples. Our most popular package is our 'combo' All-Inclusive Photography and Videography Package.

Awarded Best of Zola
They are the sweetest folks to work with. We had always wanted a video package but could not find an affordable option. Billy and Miss Cheryl did BOTH! We got photos and videos for two days and they even live streamed our wedding to our family overseas. Billy's photos are insane gorgeous and Cheryl's video captured everything we had dreamed of. I highly recommend them to everyoone wanting a amazing wedding.
Megan M., a year ago
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Caitlin & Camera 

5.0

Omaha, NE
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves Van Meter, IA

Welcome to Caitlin and Camera! I’m your fun-loving midwest and destination portrait and wedding photographer. I have a passion for capturing merriment, movement, and memories and I love working with people who crave adventure, and creativity with plenty of laughs along the way. If you love having fun, looking on the bright side of life, and living joyously then we might be a good match.

Awarded Best of Zola
Caitlin did a phenomenal job coaching us throughout our engagement session while still letting us be ourselves. Her personality is perfect because she makes you feel important and special, but never stopped making us laugh, which helped with the nerves. Our engagement photo session happened to fall on a super windy day that ended in rain, and I was incredibly nervous that our photos wouldn't turn out. However, Caitlin worked her magic and returned the photos even better than I could have imagined! Her adaptability, creativity, and technical skills are truly impressive. We couldn't be happier with our experience and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a talented and personable photographer!
Rileigh B., a month ago
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Storyteller Collective Photo Co 

5.0

Ames, IA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Van Meter, IA

Storyteller Collective Photo Co., proudly located in Ames and serving the vibrant community of Des Moines, Iowa, and beyond. I began this company many moons ago with a solid purpose - to make people feel something and to evoke genuine emotions through my photography. My passion lies in documenting individuals as they live their best lives, immersed in the activities and passions that fuel their souls. As a non-traditional photographer, I thrive on capturing authentic memories rather than elaborate setups. It's about freezing moments in time that speak volumes and resonate deeply with those who experience them.

My husband and I have been fortunate enough to do several couple’s sessions with Jayme! She is truly so sweet and incredible at what she does. I always know the photos will turn out amazing because she helps you throughout the entire process!
Joclyn F., 4 months ago
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Spectacular Photographer - A Better DJ and Photographer Nationwide 

5.0

Cocoa, FL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $799
  • Serves Van Meter, IA
  • Offer

Before you book any of these vendors give us a call! You don't have to spend a fortune to get top level wedding vendors, so why would you? We are celebrating 25 years in business and have done well over 15,000 amazing weddings. Our photographer-DJ-video teams are dedicated to providing outstanding performances in budget friendly packages. We will help you create the perfect package to make your wedding vison become reality. Planning assistance is included in every package! On our site you will find package prices, over a million photos, and several thousand great reviews. Available nationwide including your area!

Michael and Michelle were the DJ and Photographer for my daughter's wedding. I can't say enough great things about these two as a team. They were easy to work with and very professional. We knew we were in extremely capable hands and did not have to worry about anything. Michael made sure that the events flowed smoothly and kept the dance floor packed all night. Michelle was a pleasure to work with and her photos were absolutely stunning. I wish I could give them more than 5 stars!
Carol, a day ago
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Caitlin Cooper Photography 

5.0

Brooklyn, NY
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,200
  • Serves Van Meter, IA

I’ll try to keep this short: I’m a silly, introverted, rule breaker with a sincere whimsical streak. Originally from Iowa with a decent chunk of time spent bopping between Minneapolis and Oregon, I love weddings + photography (duh), my nephew, a stiff gin + tonic, propagating too many damn houseplants, and my cats. Last I checked I’m an INFP, Enneagram 4, and Capricorn which makes me quite the pragmatic daydreamer + observer: as unnecessarily prepared as a Boy Scout, curiously creative, and hella laid back, all of which uniquely prepares me for the ebb and flow of a wedding day.

I can't say enough good things about Caitlin! My partner and I wanted more non-traditional portraiture for both our engagement photos and wedding and Caitlin just immediately understood the vibe we wanted. She's great at getting to know her clients and making you feel comfortable in front of the lens. Similarly, she just melts into the background during the wedding and captures everything you wanted and more, all without being front and center. You won't regret hiring her and I'd say book her while you still can, because she's only set to blow up more :)
Bre, 4 years ago
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Rock&Love Weddings 

5.0

Brooklyn, NY
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Van Meter, IA

WE'RE MARIA AND RICARDO, WE ARE HUSBAND AND WIFE AND THE HEART BEHIND THE PICTURES. WE ARE BASED IN NYC AND TAKE WEDDING COMISSIONS ALL AROUND THE US AND ABROAD BUT WE ARE ORIGINALLY FROM SPAIN AND PUERTO RICO MARIA IS YOUR PHOTOGRAPHER, ALL THE IMAGES ARE TAKEN AND EDITED BY HER. RICARDO IS YOUR VIDEOGRAPHER AND RUNS THE BUSINESS AND MAKES SURE EVERYTHING GOES AS IT SHOULD. THERE IS A LOT GOING ON BEHIND THE SCENES.OUR PHOTOGRAPHY IS BOLD & CREATIVE, AIMING TO TELL STORIES AND DOCUMENT THE REAL MOMENTS. WE ARE MORE THAN HAPPY TO SHOOT A FEW FORMALS AND WE ALWAYS LOOK FORWARD TO THE BRIDE AND GROOM SESSIONS.

This review is massively long overdue (we got married 5/20/2022), but I absolutely have to write one. Maria and Ricky are hands down the BEST people and we could not have been luckier to have the pleasure of them capturing our wedding! They got exactly the vibes we wanted, all the shots we wanted, were so easy to communicate with, and are just the nicest and most fun people! We did our engagement shoot with them in NYC and the photos could not have been any better. We communicated the types of shots we were looking for and, since they were living there, they were able to give us the best tips for location and shots! Our wedding was better than we could have ever imagined. We got the best posed shots and the absolute best candid shots. We barely even realized the were photographing/taking video of us during the reception which we loved, but we also just loved their presence. They were so much fun and added to the party, they were dancing while shooting and made everyone so happy and comfortable. Our guests still talk about them and how awesome they are! Our video is breathtaking, we are taken back to the day every time we watching and it always brings us to tears. The photos are incredible; we constantly look through our photos and love displaying them in our home to look at all the time. We have since referred several people to them because we would love everyone to have the same experience we had!
Sareynah P., a year ago
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Debra Aslanidis Photography 

5.0

Jefferson City, MO
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,600
  • Serves Van Meter, IA

We're a husband and wife wedding photography duo! We love meeting new couples and providing a service that will have you looking back at your images years from now and still have you feeling those emotions you felt on your wedding day.

Debra was an excellent photographer. My husband and I only had a few key shots in mind for our reception. Debra had some great ideas and suggestions. The photos turned out great! A pleasure to work with!
Nicole F., 2 months ago
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Jillian June Photography 

5.0

Grundy Center, IA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Van Meter, IA

Hey y’all! I’m a portrait + lifestyle photographer based in the Midwest. I’ve had some sort of camera in hand for as long as I can remember, but it got serious about 5 years ago when I purchased my first DSLR! All I’ve ever wanted to do in my life is create - but I never thought I would be where I am today. I truly am doing what I love and loving what I’m doing. xoxo, Jillian

We worked with Jillian at a wedding in Iowa City a few years ago now. She was the photographer and we were the videographer team and she was so kind and pleasant. An added bonus is that her work is stunning! Highly recommend hiring for weddings and gets an A for working with other vendors.
Valorie Weber, 4 months ago
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demilynnphotography, LLC 

5.0

Des Moines, IA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,600
  • Serves Van Meter, IA

I love LOVE! I absolutely love capturing the authentic and loving moments between two individuals. I like to showcase you in a way that is unique and fun! I specialize in couples, weddings, maternity, boudoir and seniors. My editing style is considered dark and moody but I like to be able to capture candid and authentic moments between two individuals.

Demi is amazing! She does it all and is down to try new ideas sent her way! Even went above and beyond and reached out to places for photographs in locations we wanted! She is so fun and easy to work with! Made last minute changes for us on our big day with ease and got every picture we asked for! Absolutely love working with her! She also did our engagement and family photos and ALL came out amazing! Received many compliments on her work from guests. She truly is amazing!
Shealynn Tompkins, a year ago
Flynn Photography Company 

5.0

West Des Moines, IA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Van Meter, IA

Hello hello! Welcome, we are so glad you are here! First things first, we want to share a bit about our mission statement. We are here to point all the glory to the all deserving - Jesus! We are firm believers that we are here to use our gifts and talents for the advancement of His kingdom. That being said, we run a photography, videography, and social media business! Elopements, weddings, couples, families, and small businesses are our jam. We would love to chat with you over a cup of coffee or craft beer about your photo/video/social media needs!

I couldn't recommend Lexie + Sawyer to enough people! They captured the moment I announced my pregnancy to my husband, and later on the birth of our first baby. We just got the photos back, and I'm so in love with them. I'm so thankful that Lexie was there to photograph such a raw life moment, and thankful for the images I get to look back on forever. Highly recommend Lexie + Sawyer for a documentary style photographer!
Madi Jeno, 2 years ago
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Hourglass Factory 
Omaha, NE
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,750
  • Serves Van Meter, IA

Documenting your true authentic self is most important. Making others feel comfortable to let their guard down a bit so they can truly see how beautiful their love is. Capturing moments in a documentary, candid style is my absolute favorite. Looking back on your photos and truly feeling the emotion from an image is the most beautiful gift I can give to couples.

The Jeno Collective 
Ames, IA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,750
  • Serves Van Meter, IA

I'm Madi! I'm passionate about a lot of things, but some of them being; my family, sunsets over the ocean, motorcycles, puppies, sustainability, and making life buddies. Photographing elopements allows me to showcase the beautiful places this earth has to offer, and allow my couples to have a day that that is centered around them. I believe in helping create a beautiful day for my couple, centered around them living the day authentically. I take a laid back, documentary approach to wedding days, and let you enjoy the people and loved ones there to celebrate you.

Estorie Photography 
Chicago, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Van Meter, IA

I'm a storyteller, creator, and adventurer. I've traveled the world and don't plan on stopping now. Humans, vintage black t-shirts, walking instead of driving, dancing in parking lots, the feeling of arriving, and words are some of my favourite things. Speaking of words... Why "estorie" (est'-or-ee)? I strive to live and to tell honest stories, ones of struggle and hope and joy. "Story" comes from the Anglo-French word "estorie." The world itself has a story and I like that.

Phoveo. 
Eden Prairie, MN
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Van Meter, IA

We are a Wife and Husband duo. As wedding Photographers we know it is more than just the final product...the day of is an event! We love being a part of your celebration and will help make the day a smooth and fun time for all!

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Imagesxpert Media 
Lake Forest, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $800
  • Serves Van Meter, IA

Photography is a way of feeling, of touching, of loving. What you have caught on film is captured forever… It remembers little things, long after you have forgotten everything. In our photographs, we wish to capture gestures, unspoken words, to the most important moments in people`s lives. Imagesxpert creates stunning portraits and spontaneously taken stand-alone works of art that celebrate all the fun, love, and laughter of your wedding day. we love to document life in an artful way.

Sentimental Soul Photography 
Pleasant Hill, IA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Van Meter, IA

HELLO, my name is Leah fry and this adventure of capturing life and light is a dream made reality by my creator God. I am a mother of six beauts as shown above and wife to one amazing man who supports and encourages me living out my creative passions. I am deeply SENTIMENTAL, I love paper memories to be layered in meaning. So let's create a setting that not only captures the surface but the very SOUL. Every session I want to feel like home - cozy, warm and casual. Sessions should feel more like friends hanging out than clients and a camera. I love me a good laugh so lets hang, get creative and tell your story.

Joy By Jo Photography 
Minneapolis, MN
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Van Meter, IA

I'm a 20-something gal married to a guy who makes me laugh until I snort. My pups bring me so much joy. There's few things I love more than the sounds of water hitting the shore. I consider myself a Minnesotan, but I'll always call Iowa home. 10 years in the city has taught me a thing or two about resiliency, independence, and who I want to be when I grow up. You can usually find me reading a book in my hammock or laughing over whiskey with someone I love. I believe in doughnuts for every celebration, that big earrings compliment every outfit, that music has the power to transport us, and, most of all, I believe in myself!

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Leah Flores Photography 

5.0

Portland, OR
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Van Meter, IA for additional fees

I am a photographer and artist from the Pacific Northwest with Costa Rican and Scottish roots. My favorite things are dinosaurs, exploring new cities, board games, soccer, National Parks, and whiskey. I have been fortunate to photograph 200+ weddings in my PNW home, to ruins in Scotland, cityscapes in Vietnam, to the beaches of Maui, and beyond! I live in Portland, Oregon with my partner, two dogs, and four cats | 🏳️‍🌈🦖⛰️✈️📸⚽🫶🏼🌈🌲🦕🏝 Fun Fact: I was born on Leap Year Day so I turn 9 this year 🥳!

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Having Leah shoot our wedding was epic!! She really captured the mood of our wedding and took the reins, finding the most gorgeous spots around the venue for our photos. Looking back at the photos we were in awe, she captured all of the most special moments, even when we weren’t aware of her presence! She was easy going which made us feel so comfortable and she gave us some direction which was so helpful for us! Thanks again Leah!
Samantha, 8 days ago
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Mind Of Mo Photography 

5.0

Belle Plaine, MN
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,595
  • Serves Van Meter, IA for additional fees

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

Maurissa and Sean were amazing to work with. There was a lot of moving parts in our wedding, and they stuck with us through all of it.
Amanda M., 3 years ago
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1828 Collective 

5.0

Charlotte, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Van Meter, IA for additional fees

Hi, I'm McKenna! The person behind the camera and a hopeless romantic. I describe my photography style as candid, romantic, and timeless. My goal is to make a human connection with all my clients and deliver images that you'll love forever. I started 1828 Collective in 2016 after I realized that capturing relationships and telling love stories was my passion. Four years later I'm so in love with my job that I often forget I'm working. I find joy in capturing love, hearing about how you met, and everything in between.

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McKenna was the best!! The photography packages offered are robust and fairly priced. We picked McKenna for her vision and authentic/candid photo style. When we met, we knew we had made the right choice. McKenna is such a kind, friendly person who immediately puts you at ease. She was so easy to work with and made my husband and I feel so confident and comfortable during our engagement shoot and throughout the wedding. At the wedding, her assistant Bliss was also INCREDIBLE and highly recommended! McKenna is quick to reply to communication. I am so in love with the photos she has given me so far. I can't wait to see the rest!!
Megan C., a year ago
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Love by Justina 

5.0

Framingham, MA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Van Meter, IA for additional fees

LOCATIONS - Offering Special Rates + Airfare Fee Waived) - CA, HI, IL, PA, GA, VA, MD, FL, NV | Hey! Justina here. You'll probably find me at your local thrift shop with my iced coffee in the dead of winter listening to gospel or rnb music in my ear while shopping for records and broken cameras. When i find spare time i play apex legends or attend creative events. my guilty pleasure is reality tv and crime documentaries.

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I’m absolutely in love with Justina’s work! I’m usually very picky about photos of myself but every single photo Justina took for our engagement shoot and wedding turned out beautifully and genuinely captured the essence of our relationship. I’m so incredibly grateful we had the opportunity to work with her as her photos are stunning! In addition to being incredibly talented, she is also an absolute sweetheart to work with. My husband and I felt like we were just hanging out with a friend during our shoot which ultimately allowed for such natural photos. She truly went above and beyond during the wedding and captured the most precious moments. We were blown away by the quality and quantity of our preview wedding photos just one week after the wedding. We have already referred her to many of our friends and will continue using her for any photography needs in the future! Thank you so much, Justina!!
Emi H., 23 days ago
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Jessica Yahn Photography 

5.0

Springfield, MO
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Van Meter, IA for additional fees

Your wedding is one of the most important days of your life, and I am so happy that you are considering including us to be a part of it. I commit to a limited number of Weddings per year to ensure that your day remains a priority. Photography is all about connection and your photographer will be one of the biggest and longest-lasting connections you’ll share with any of your wedding vendors. I strive to create beautiful portraits, but also a lasting relationship with my couples. When you book with us, you are not just a client, you become part of the JYP family! I am honored to have the opportunity to laugh…to cry…to share your love story.

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How do I even begin!? Jessica is hands down the best! She captured every single detail of our very busy and beautiful wedding! Our wedding day was honestly a blur, but everything that I or my husband could have ever wanted was captured, and I’m able to look back and relive one of the best days of my life over and over again. She not only is an amazing photographer, but an amazing human being. When it came to portraits after our ceremony, she handled my husbands very big family with ease and kept everyone on schedule without compromising the quality of her work. Her associate, Chrystal is also amazing and does amazing work! I still get compliments from friends and family about how friendly Jessica and Chrystal were at our wedding. I can’t say enough great things about both of these wonderful women! I can’t wait for them to capture my husbands and I big moments later on in our lives!
Chelsea L., 6 months ago
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Silk & Thorn 

5.0

Sioux City, IA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Van Meter, IA for additional fees

Hi! We are David and Rob, a husband and husband team specializing in wedding and elopement photography. Soon after we met we became inseparable. Falling in love sparked a passion in us for documenting other people’s love stories and commitment towards each other. As photographers, it is our goal to document the love stories of people from diverse backgrounds, and to help create experiences that are truly representative of a couple’s values. We are based out of Sioux City Iowa, and available worldwide.

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“I could not be more happy with the work Rob and David did, not only for my engagement pictures but also my wedding! We had such a fun time during the shoot! I have always been a little “camera shy” but they made sure I was comfortable! I am in love with every single one of our pictures! They truly captured the most meaningful moments of our wedding day! You can’t not go wrong with Silk & Thorn!
Yazmin P., 2 years ago
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Milieu 

5.0

New York, NY
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Van Meter, IA for additional fees

The word ‘milieu’ defines how we want to capture your wedding: as whole of scenery. Any experience is the result of a series of moments and feeling of our interaction with others. Images can recreate those intangible elements more fully in our mind, allowing us to relive our emotional experience long after the day has ended.

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Salvatore (Milieu) made our wedding day even more special than we could have expected. We LOVED his beautiful and creative ways of capturing our most special moments (if you look at his portfolio, you will know exactly what I mean). He is so very kind, professional, and made us so comfortable. He was so accommodating and helped us come up with a way to get all of the photos we wanted within the time frame we had to work with. I can go on and on about how much we loved working with Salvatore! He is truly a 1 of a kind find and we HIGHLY HIGHLY recommend him!
Danielle and A., a year ago
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Anthony Simmons Photos, LLC 

5.0

Orlando, FL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Van Meter, IA for additional fees
  • Offer

Welcome to my photography world! I'm Anthony Simmons, a passionate photographer capturing life's cherished moments. Originally from New Jersey, I now reside in sunny Florida. With 15 years of experience, I love freezing raw emotions and unique stories in portraits and weddings. Let's create art that reflects your essence. Trust and client relationships are vital to me, ensuring exceptional photographs that exceed expectations. Whether it's heartfelt portraits or your magical wedding, I'd be honored to be part of your story. Contact me, and let's embark on this incredible journey! Willing to travel!

Anthony and I have worked together on multiple weddings, styled shoots, and side projects - I am never disappointed! Not only is Anthony one of the most genuine, accommodating, driven, and calming people. He is also a very talented photographer with quick editing capabilities and a keen eye for capturing timeless images. Ever worried about a punctual photographer? In the Facebook Bridal Groups and hear the HORROR STORIES? Well, if you’re wondering who you should book amongst hundreds of options, look no further. I guaranteed you’ll be happy with your choice!
Mindset Makeup Co, a month ago
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Kaitlyn Johnston Photography 

5.0

Chicago, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,300
  • Serves Van Meter, IA for additional fees

I was that kid enchanted by Disney Princess movies and the idea of "true love". My true love revealed itself through photography. At 8, I grabbed my dad's camera and was hooked, thrilled to show people my world. I started with zoo animals, friends, and siblings, eager to freeze moments in time. As I grew, I learned from local photographers and knew by 17 that photography was my calling. Since then, I’ve captured love in all its forms: couples, new parents, best friends, and the joy of seeing your favorite band live. The world is full of magical firsts, and I'm honored to capture these moments forever.

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, creative, so kind. We love our pictures . Thank you
Unique, a year ago
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Banker Creative 

5.0

Parma, OH
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,550
  • Serves Van Meter, IA for additional fees

**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 had great communication, fair pricing, and made our day completely stress free and relaxed. My fiancé and I had never had professional pictures, after getting our prints back we are absolutely amazed how they turned out. Joe had great ideas for location, and took a gray, cold, snowy day in Cleveland and made it look beautiful. We are so thankful for him and Ashley for their skill, time, and effort to make sure we loved our photos.
Meg M., 6 months ago
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Cassie Rae Design 

5.0

Marietta, GA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,300
  • Serves Van Meter, IA for additional fees

I'm Cassie, I am a photographer based just north of Atlanta Georgia. While I absolutely love serving the local couples, I travel too! I enjoy being a part of the biggest day of many peoples lives and I LIVE for watching it unfold and capturing what happens.

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We’ve worked with Cassie for both our engagement and wedding photos. She is extremely easy to work with and gave great suggestions and feedback early on in the process. My husband gets a little stiff in front of the camera, and since Cassie helped make him so comfortable during our engagement session, she was an easy choice for our wedding. We will definitely continue to work with her in the future, and we love our photos!
Emilee and D., a year ago
Annie Lui Photography 

5.0

Lenexa, KS
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Van Meter, IA for additional fees

The rawness of emotion & human connection is what drew me into wedding and portrait photography. I am a storyteller and celebrater for the lighthearted and crazy in love. I focus on capturing authentic photographs that stand the test of time. My goal is to provide couples with one heck of an experience and images that can be cherished for a generations. One of my favorite facts about my style is that I created my own preset from scratch, and that each photo receives the dedicated time it takes to ensure that its final version is its best. The result is beautiful, sentimental photos that preserve meaningful and true-to-life moments.

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If you’re looking for a romantic and airy style photographer Annie is your gal! She’s very good with communication and is very detailed with her shots which is a huge must for me. You will not be disappointed with Annie, she delivers what she promises.
Lilliam Ayala, 3 years ago
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The Archers 

5.0

Louisville, NE
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,500
  • Serves Van Meter, IA for additional fees

We're Jack and Chelsea Archer, Omaha wedding photographers (who also happen to be married). We believe wedding photos should be equal-parts flattering, classic, and authentic. Before we pick up our cameras, we get to know each of our couples so we know who YOU are and what YOU want! Then we give you a wedding planning guide so you have allllllll the info you need about engagement sessions and wedding days. We want you to know all the secrets, maximize your time and opportunities, and get exactly what you want! We're honored to be voted Best of Omaha for 4 years running!

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If you’re even slightly on the fence about booking The Archers for your wedding, engagement, or special life event photography, DO it. You will not be disappointed! They take such amazing pictures, truly capture the personality of each couple, and make every session fun and comfortable. So many photography websites say they specialize in candid and authentic photos, but Chelsea and Jack truly do. These are pictures you’ll cherish for the rest of your lives and are absolutely worth it!
Emily, 2 years ago
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Fresh Feature Photography LLC 

5.0

Olathe, KS
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Van Meter, IA for additional fees

I am a wife, mother, teacher, and photo & video creator. I started taking my baby's pictures with a beginner's camera and fell in love. Now I'm a professional photographer and videographer, serving clients by listening to their needs, being flexible, skillful, and prepared. I'm proud to be an insured LLC with a storefront in Olathe. I can confidently say that your memories will be preserved forever if you choose to work with me.

Elesha is so easy to work with!! My husband hates smiling for pictures, but she brought his smiles and laughs out. She made sure to know exactly what I wanted and even helped me make a schedule for my wedding. She went above and beyond!!! And everyone mentioned how amazing the pictures were.
Alassa L., 5 months ago
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Moon Rising Photography 

5.0

Medfield, MA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,600
  • Serves Van Meter, IA for additional fees

I am a New England Elopement photographer. As a hopeless romantic, moments of deep connection are my oxygen and I am made of the feels. I live for the unconventional. I will be so much more than your wedding photographer, I will be your guide, your biggest fan, and the curator of your love story— I will also be the one tearing up from behind my lens as I listen to your vows. Wanderlust runs through my veins, I have made it my life’s mission to let every place I have ever been touch my heart and change the way I see the world. There is no adventure too wild or out there, the world is our oyster.

Danielle was professional, warm, and knowledgeable. She guided us through every step of our day and weathered through unexpected torrential downpours and hurricane winds all while keeping morale up for the whole wedding party! Danielle took the time to get to know what we wanted and needed from her and her intuition filled in the parts that we didn’t even know we needed. Loved Danielle, Love love love our photos, couldn’t recommend her enough!
Kristina & J., a month ago
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Samantha Halsey Photography 

5.0

Little Rock, AR
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Van Meter, IA for additional fees

I started photography as a second shooter with another local photographer and I fell in love with it. I love every aspect of my job, from meeting new people to editing photos. There truly is nothing better than getting a message from my clients about how happy they are with their images and how much it means to them. I have traveled to Colorado, California, New York, Florida, Alabama-- All over for weddings! I LOVE to travel for my work. So if you like my work, but realize I'm not close by, still reach out and let's talk!

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I am over the moon to share how amazing Samantha was as the photographer for my wedding! From the moment she arrived on the day of my wedding, she brought such positive energy and creativity. Samantha has an incredible talent for capturing the essence of each moment. She made everyone feel so comfortable, which resulted in the most natural and beautiful photos. Her friendly and supportive presence made the whole experience even more enjoyable. If you want a photographer who will make your special day unforgettable, Samantha is the one to call! Thank you, Samantha, for your phenomenal work and for capturing memories we'll cherish forever!
Alyssa O., a month ago
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Light Sky Photography 

5.0

Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Van Meter, IA for additional fees

I’m Erika and I am a self-taught photographer, hiker enthusiast, travel lover and proud dog mama! I started my photography journey at 18 years old. I always loved art, but I never thought this newfound love would lead me down an exciting path where I get to do what I love for a living. Thanks to the trust that my clients put in me, I get to do what I do best — and that’s create.

I'm an event planner that has worked with Erika since she first started her business. Her focus and hard work are the keystones to her success. Her photos are interesting, detailed, and totally unique. She has the ability to capture moments that are missed by most. Erika moves with the event and is flexible to ensure there is never additional stress, if anything she is a stress reducer. You can relax knowing that Erika is there to capture your day!
Keith Willard Events, 4 years ago
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Parker Photography 

5.0

Wadsworth, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Van Meter, IA for additional fees

I believe you can't stand behind your business unless you can say you fully understand it – and 24 years of marriage is proof that I KNOW LOVE. I set out to capture the essence of love when I started Parker Photography in 2018. I have been married to my best friend for the last 24 years, and people who meet us swear we are newlyweds. We still act like lovestruck teenagers with each other, that same feeling we get from every newly engaged couple that we meet. We know where our couples are coming from and what they hope to capture in their engagement sessions and on their wedding day, and we make it effortless for them to achieve their goals.

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Deb and her team did an absolutely amazing job with our wedding pictures in April 2021. The pictures are so beautiful and did a great job of capturing our day. She got the pictures back to us so quick too! Our friends and family have not stopped texting us raving about how nice the pictures came out! Would recommend Parker Photography to anyone.
Breanna E., 3 years ago
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Moira Grace Photography 

5.0

Wake Forest, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Van Meter, IA for additional fees

Hello Friends, my name is Moira and I'm a professional portrait and wedding photographer based in Raleigh, North Carolina although I'm available for travel and love meeting new people everywhere! I'm super passionate about what I do and love creating and capturing genuine, candid, and timeless moments. I'm there to capture the joy, laughter, beauty, and raw emotion of your wedding day. I love it when my couples are able to get comfortable enough with me to go with the flow and enjoy themselves.

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Moira was the best photographer we could have hoped for! Not only was she flexible in the ever changing craziness of the day, but she made it so fun! We laughed pretty much the whole day through and it literally felt like we were working with a friend. On top of all that, the photos that we’ve received so far are absolutely amazing! She really captured the best parts of the entire day.
Sheila P., 2 years ago
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3leafphotography 

5.0

Lexington, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $250
  • Serves Van Meter, IA for additional fees

Classic meets contemporary and vibrant. Although I do all types of shoots, I specialize in wedding photography and all the beauty it has to offer. I prioritize in capturing the essential moments of your wedding to give you cherished memories to look back on for a lifetime.

There are many things I can say about Michaela and 3leafphotography but the most important is how comfortable you can be around her. She is such a kind soul and she will give you the best pictures. She’s a photo wizard and I wouldn’t have anyone else do my pictures. She knows her stuff. If you are looking for someone you can instantly connect with and feel your absolute best, you can trust her to give you that. She is an artist and like I said, I wouldn’t trust anyone else to do my pictures. I have all the confidence to tell you that she is who you want!
Shelby T., 5 months ago
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Sweet Lime Photography 

5.0

Fort Lauderdale, FL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,600
  • Serves Van Meter, IA for additional fees

Hey, how cool of you to give me a few minutes of your time. I am not here to bore you with a bunch of flowery language or over-the-top promises. I love to document real moments. Weddings, elopements, couples' shenanigans - you name it, I am here for it. I do this with a healthy dose of humor, a dash of sarcasm and a whole lot of heart. So if you're looking for someone to capture your story in all its imperfect glory, say something, let's make it happen.

Erika and Loy are not only super creative, but they make wedding days fun. They create moments for couples that they remember forever, and it makes for outstanding video clips. Erika and Loy go above and beyond to bring out the best in every couple, from their fun playful side to their passion and love for each other. They have an eye for incredible shots and are always happy to work together to make it happen. They also capture those candid moments without interruption. I highly recommend Erika and Loy every time!
Jeanette Garcia, 3 years ago
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BarcStone Photography 

5.0

Anchor Point, AK
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Van Meter, IA for additional fees

We are a small photography company currently based in Anchor, Point, Alaska. We love destination weddings as well as local. We will travel all over the world for your special day. Photography is a passion of mine because it captures all those moments that you could’ve forgotten. They last for a lifetime and beyond, so it’s like bottling up your memories for everyone to see. Weddings is all about love and becoming one with each other. What better event to capture!

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We worked with BarcStone Photography recently on an early-May 2022 wedding at our Tasting Room. Krista was thorough, asked good questions, took exceptional photographs of the couple as well as our property. BarcStone was pleasant to work with, informative, and easy to get a hold of. After working with BarcStone, we have happily added them to our Vendor List. Couldn't be more impressed with a photographer than Krista Stone of BarcStone Photography.
Parrett Mountain Cellars, 2 years ago
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Angelina Carrasquillo Captured 

5.0

Channahon, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Van Meter, IA for additional fees

Hey there! My name is Angelina and I started practicing photography in August 2020, but I've had an interest in it since I was 13 years old (I really wanted to shoot for National Geographic). Now I've expanded into portraits, engagement sessions, and I've done small weddings. I'm a Chicago native but I've also lived in Iowa, Arizona, Nebraska, & Texas. What can I say, I enjoyed a somewhat nomadic lifestyle. I have recently moved back to Illinois in the town of Channahon. My style of photography is more documentary-esque. Either way, I enjoy conceptualizing with clients to find what works for you!

Angelina was a God send. She made my day feel so special she was so professional and friendly! She made sure to capture a lot of candid moments for us and the poses she suggested didn’t feel awkward or forced. The angles, the editing and the sheer amount of photos shows how much she made my day a priority. Thank you again!
Britany C., 5 months ago
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Wild Heart Weddings 

5.0

Chicago, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Van Meter, IA for additional fees

I Am An Elopement And Intimate Wedding Photographer. I have a passion for capturing the raw emotion and beauty of my couple’s special day. My approach is all about telling your unique love story through timeless, candid images. As an Elopement and Intimate Wedding photographer, I believe that the photos of your big day should reflect your personalities and the love you share. I’m lucky enough to live in two of the most vibrant and diverse cities in the world – Chicago and Toronto. But my love for photography has taken me around the globe, and I’m always excited to explore new destinations and meet new couples.

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Saumya captured our family and precious memories beautifully. All the photos were so good we found it tough to choose which one to print and put up on our wall.
Arushi and A., a year ago
Nichole Babiez Photography 

5.0

Mundelein, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Van Meter, IA for additional fees

I am a midwesterner, born and raised in the burbs north of Chicago who strives to capture moments that are gone in a second, impossible to reproduce, but with the help of an artist touch, can last a lifetime. I'm here to connect with you, listen to you, create with you, and provide a stress-free, comfortable atmosphere from start to finish. 3 things about myself, I have 3 dogs (yes, its crazy LOL), I am in loveee with Target, and coffee and mango froyo are my love languages.

I don't even know where to begin......I found Nichole on good old Facebook. Right from the first point of contact she was just so easy to reach and she responded so quickly which is like the most important thing for a vendor when you're trying to plan a wedding. After our first phone conversation I knew I wanted her to be our photographer! We met in person for the first time for our engagement photos in January 2021 and it was like instant best friends. She knew how to make us laugh, it never got awkward, and the pictures turned out phenomenal! Next step was helping to outline the day of our wedding with pictures. She was really helpful in guiding our timeline of photos and making sure we were including all the photos we want. Helped with my stress levels. Then it was finally wedding day! Nichole is a rockstar!! My bridesmaids were even raving about her the next day! She knows how to make a bride feel less stressed on her wedding day! Nichole got all the photos we wanted and more. I still look at our wedding photos on a daily basis! Nichole is the absolute best photographer you could have! BOOK HER NOW!
Paisley R., 3 years ago
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Juniper Woods Photography LLC 

5.0

Washington, MI
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Van Meter, IA for additional fees

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.

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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., 2 years ago
Love You Photography 

3.0

Troy, MO
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Van Meter, IA for additional fees

We are a team of 3. There is me, Leslie the lead photographer. Shelby is the 2nd photographer. Jake is strictly the videographer. We are strictly focused on you. When you hire us for your photography needs you are getting an entire hype team for you. Our goal is to make you feel absolutely gorgeous, and safe. When doing so we have a lot of fun creating the moments you will remember forever.

Leslie did an amazing job on my engagement photos! They turned out absolutely stunning! Makes me even more excited for my wedding day to finally be here.
Jennifer, 2 years ago
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Wedding Love Film 

5.0

Neenah, WI
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,100
  • Serves Van Meter, IA for additional fees
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At Wedding Love Film, I bring 18 years of experience capturing life's most cherished moments. Specializing in wedding photography, I create stunning photographs that tell the unique story of your special day. My background spans diverse events, from weddings and documentary films to indie projects, ensuring a cinematic touch in every frame. I understand the importance of each detail and strive to connect with couples to craft personalized, memorable wedding photos. Let me transform your wedding day into timeless memories you'll treasure forever. Book today and start your journey with Wedding Love Film!

Super prepared with the right lens! And weather mishaps! Understood what he was talking about! Understood the cameras and the right angles to shoot at to get the best angles of what was taking place! His personality was easy to be combined with anyone he works with- easy going& fun!! Super helpful in any other part of the wedding if he is readybto go and other venders are not!!
Kathy Jean, a month ago
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Ever Changing Photography 

5.0

Peterborough, NH
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Van Meter, IA for additional fees

We are a professional photography company that prides ourselves on being storytellers that captures the authentic, emotive, genuine moments shared on your special day. We strive to document the major memories and moments in-between,creating a visual narrative that couples can cherish & reminisce for a lifetime. *We are accepting some destination weddings. On our bucket lists: Europe, South America, Canada, Austraila, Ireland, Japan, & In the U.S. (mid west, west coast, down south *

We first worked with Sarah for our wedding in January 2021. Even though it was an ethnic indian wedding, Sarah was fantastic. She was not only amazing at her job, working with her was fun as well. We loved her so much, she has been a part of all of our milestones ever since. We just had our newborn photos with her too. Love her so much!!
Rashmi & K., 3 months ago
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Andrea Bibeault: A Wedding Photojournalist 

5.0

Omaha, NE
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Van Meter, IA for additional fees

My husband, Ed and I are visual storytellers. We love working together and we are inspired by the wide range of emotions people experience throughout the wedding day. This is why we specialize in photographing weddings with a photojournalistic style, creating, and capturing your story of love.

Andrea and Ed captured us beautifully! They are so creative and patient! We added our dog to our engagement photos at the last minute and they rolled with it. Our photos are stunning despite it being 100 degrees and windy and all pictures outside. I’d hire Andrea again in a heartbeat!
Angela B., 3 months ago
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The Bultedaobs 

5.0

Littleton, CO
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,400
  • Serves Van Meter, IA for additional fees

We’re Christiana & Daniel Bultedaob. We're a husband & wife wedding and elopement photography & Videography team based in Denver, Colorado. We met and fell in love while working together, so close proximity is all we know. And we like to use that to our advantage. We value relationship. We don’t see you as a business transaction, but as someone who we want to invest time into getting to know, and truly become friends. As wedding photographers, we see ourselves as part of your team, not just another vendor.

When it came to what we wanted in photographers for our wedding day, Christiana and Daniel went above and beyond. They truly cared about what we asked for and are so fun to be around. They took our engagement photos as well and it was such a blast. It was during that session that I knew we had made the right choice. When we received our wedding photos, my husband, family, and I could not believe how beautiful they were and how much the Bultedaobs put into making sure every shot captured the spirit of our wedding. Our photos are such a treasure. Thankful doesn't even begin to cover what we feel for finding this amazing couple to be present on our big day. We look forward to seeing them again in the future when we want professional photos of our family.
Sarah & C., 3 years ago
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AnthonyMJr Photography 

5.0

Rancho Cucamonga, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Van Meter, IA for additional fees

Wanna feel Beautiful & Relaxed on your Big Day? Welcome to AnthonyMJr Photography. We are a husband and wife team based in Southern California, who specialize in creating epic images and delivering exceptional, seamless service. This helps to enable a stress free wedding environment so you two can be present and enjoy what matters most, each other! Our vision is to provide couples who dare to venture beyond the normalcy of the traditional photography experience to achieve easy, fun & epic one of a kind imagery. This theme is also reflected in our imagery! One of a kind magazine worthy images while making you feel at ease. This is our goal!

We LOVE working with AnthonyMJr Photography! Their photos are STUNNING - they truly capture the love between all of our couples. They love having fun at the event and are a dream collaborator on the vendor level. We also love the quick turnaround for sneak peeks - they are masters at what they do and we recommend them to all of our couples!
DeBell Golf Club, a year ago
Blu Earth Creative 

5.0

Mankato, MN
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Van Meter, IA for additional fees

I'm Britt, and I'm here to show you what wedding photography truly is. You probably hate posed photos & feeling awkward, but I promise you there is none of that here. Take a look around; my goal is to capture this big adventure you've found yourself on. But in an honest, lowkey way. I focus on teasing out the emotional connection between you two and making you laugh your ass off. You deserve photos that feel full of emotion and love. I want to give you space to enjoy the little moments of your wedding day, while making sure they're documented forever.

If you're looking for an amazing photographer who genuinely cares about you and your big day, Blu Earth Productions is the way to go! We hired Brittany for our wedding (9/26/21) and working with her was beyond amazing! Shes so sweet and easy to work with, she made sure that everything was perfect, amazing communication, affordable packages, and she really caught all of the magic on our magical day. Everything turned out even better than I had planned because of her! I will forever recommend her to all of my friends and family. 100 out of 10, strongly recommend!
Anna + C., 3 years ago
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Jaslyn Elizabeth Photography 
Buckeye, AZ
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Van Meter, IA for additional fees

My name is Jaslyn Elizabeth, I am a wife, mother, photographer and makeup artist. I have been doing photography since I was 15 but, it was always scenic photography. I got into taking photos for people in 2020 and have fallen in love! I am a super shy person when you first meet me so, I never knew I had what it took to take people's photos. Once I get behind that camera though, it all goes away. I absolutely love it, I love getting to go exploring with my clients and capturing their most precious memories. Being able to put your love for each other into a photo is my dream and I am lucky I get to do just that.

Courtney Rae Image Design 
Washington, IA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,900
  • Serves Van Meter, IA for additional fees

My team and I specialize in wedding and portraits, offering you personalized service every step of the way. We take pride in capturing the true spirit and personality of people and subjects I photograph. Our style has been described as creative, fun, engaging and relaxed.

Mary Jane Cole Photography 
Taft, CA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,450
  • Serves Van Meter, IA for additional fees

I fell in love with the art of Photography about 7 years ago and have looked at everything through a viewfinder since. I can't go anywhere without mentally composing a photo or wondering what angle I could use to make something look more interesting. I started taking photos for friends and family and quickly fell in love with the concept of saving a moment forever, in a unique way only I could. The technology surrounding photo-taking has come so far that everyone has the ability to snap a picture with their smartphone just about wherever they're at; but to me, the value of high quality photography will never be outdated or lose it's value.

Element Photography 

4.1

Sterling, IL
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Van Meter, IA

I'm a Wedding photographer based in Northern Illinois - My photo aesthetic is probably best described as an earth toned Cinematic. Style of shooting??? Basicalllyyy editorial with minor prompting for those select few that are camera shy. Trust me - I want you to look good so you can see your pretty face on this site front & center! I took a break for a while being a mom of a few wildlings, moved across the country with the love of my life and just finding out how much I missed home & how amazing the people are around me in the right areas. Love to travel, bucket list is still Joshua Tree in California + ALWAYS Colorado!

She was so easy to work with and professional yet fun!
Haylee H., a year ago
Meganography 

5.0

Sioux City, IA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Van Meter, IA

I’m Megan Thompson, and I am the gal behind the camera at Meganography! I’ve always had a passion for photography, ever since I was a wee little one! When I was approx. 4 years old, my Grandma would let me use her camera to take pictures of my dolls (lol)! I've owned Meganography since 2016, and I've been photographing love since 2017. As you can tell, I LOVE to travel! Please ask about my "wedding bucket list location" list, occasionally I offer discounts in those locations. I also am in love with any and all cats of the world, sunshine, wearing sweatpants/leggings, and Starbucks pink drinks! My goal is to capture your love in every image.

Megan was literally the sweetest and best to work with!! We’ve booked with her many times now and have never been disappointed in the work she sends us back! Megan is hands down the best!!
Brooklyn + J., 2 years ago
Lets Take Pictures 
Troy, MO
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Van Meter, IA

I love to have fun and I put 110% into everything I do. I’m outgoing, talkative, silly, a little sarcastic…but most importantly I’m a mother. I LOVE photography and I got into it after having our first daughter. Like most new parents I wanted to capture everything she did. It became an obsession for me to perfect my photography, partly because I like to be the best at whatever I do and also because I wanted to have amazing pictures of my girls! I’ve had some of the worst experiences with photographers before I became one.

Swander Photography & Video 
Olathe, KS
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Van Meter, IA

We are a husband and wife team, we specialize in combining photography and video into one amazing story-telling experience your family and friends will love. A little about us, we've been blessed with to cover well over 500 weddings with amazing local clients including a Hallmark CFO, Miss Kansas, and the Kansas City Chiefs several times. We also love to travel locally and internationally and cover destination events several times each year.

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Reflect Studios 

5.0

Minneapolis, MN
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Van Meter, IA for additional fees

We are a collaboration of photographers and editors bringing together unique ideas and electrifying energy. We are eager and excited to work with couples on one of the most exciting days of their lives!

Mark and I are from Brooklyn, NY. We were looking for a photography company to capture our wedding day. I came across Reflect Studios online. I loved their candid style of photography. We emailed back and forth to for several weeks before we pulled the trigger. I love their work but wanted to make sure they had the same vision that Mark and I did as well. They arrived in New York the morning prior to the wedding and came to all of the pre-wedding events. Our photographer, Sian, was amazing to work with. We strayed away from the posed photographs as much as we could and let Sian photograph the day as it unfolded. Our wedding day was perfect and the images really reflect that. All of the photos that we received were absolutely beautiful.
Cassie and M., 3 years ago
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Sonder Light Photo Co. 

5.0

Parryville, PA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves Van Meter, IA for additional fees

Hey, I'm Larissa! (The tiny chick behind the camera probably bossing you around)I am a wedding, portrait and fine art photographer currently based in North-Eastern, Pennsylvania but I love to travel near and far. I enjoy spending time with my friends and family. I am a huge believer that laughter is a cure-all. My little Shih-Tzu, Hope, is an extension of myself and one of my favorite cuddle buddies. I am an adventurer at heart with an incurable case of wanderlust. Car rides at sunset, rainy Sundays, curling up with a book, lattes and heart-to-hearts, and soul soothing music. I'm here for it.

Awarded Best of Zola
Sender Light Photo was awesome to work with as a fellow vendor. She was kind and great at her job - her pictures came out amazing!
KLG Weddings & Events, 2 years ago
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Turning the Page Photography 

5.0

Chapel Hill, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Van Meter, IA for additional fees

Love is absolutely contagious. There's nothing better than the utter joy that comes out of sheer, honest love. Those little butterflies, happy tears, all of it, I can't get enough of it -- I shoot with my heart. My style is saturated & timeless. I want your photos to be just as beautiful today as they are when you share them 20 years from now. I'm constantly chasing beautiful light & those little moments that make day-to-day life extra special. I'm a stickler for details & hustle hard to capture every little, special moment. So, let's get coffee! I wanna hear all about what makes your love special.

As a new business in the bridal industry, we couldn't have been more pleased to team up with Zola! The images captured were stunning and showcased our gowns beautifully! Thank you for promoting our business so perfectly! Would highly recommed!
April, 3 years ago

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About wedding photographers in Van Meter, IA

How much does a wedding photographer typically cost in Van Meter, IA?

A Van Meter, IA wedding photographer ranges from $750 to $4,800 and averages at $2,600. 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?

91% of photographers in Van Meter, IA 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 Van Meter, IA?

Some of the most popular photographers in this area include Captured Group Photo + Video, Imagesxpert Media and Ashley Cynthia Photography.

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

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

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