Wedding Vendors in Watkins, IA

Wedding Vendors in Watkins, IA

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374 Wedding Vendors in Watkins, IA

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Countryside Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Watkins, IA

Hi! My names Amanda and I am an up and coming photographer based out of the quad cities. I stared Countryside Photography in 2020. I have two beautiful little girls and am Engaged to an amazing man I’m marrying next year! I absolutely LOVE capturing amazing moments in people’s lives. I love having the power to let people relive the best days of their lives. Every wedding, family, engagement, Christmas shoot I’ve done, I leave feeling grateful I get to capture these moments for these families. I can’t wait to get to know you and yours! Don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions ♥️

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Amanda was so patient with us. We were limited on time due to kids away at college but she worked with our schedule, picked the perfect spot, and the pictures were perfect. Highly recommend, she has a eye for this. Besides her professionalism, her personality was amazing. You won't be disappointed
Amy, 2 years ago
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Flower + Oak 

5.0

  • Videographer
  • Cinematic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Watkins, IA

Flower + Oak puts emphasis on what makes your love story special. We use top-of-the-line equipment to ensure your expectations are exceeded, offering full-length and highlight videos, recordings of speeches, raw footage, drone footage, and more. Our style is adaptable to various aesthetics, including traditional, cinematic and custom-made styles that cater to your preferences. In addition, we offer a range of services such as extended hours and the option of a second videographer to ensure every detail is captured flawlessly. Check out our website and Instagram for more information!

Professionalism and reliability, are to use words that are an understatement. From the moment we connected with the sales team, to the communication on our needs and vision for what we wanted. Our video was AMAZING! Truly captured every moment perfectly. Thank you Flower and Oak.
Steve W., 7 months ago
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DJ - A Better DJ And Photographer Nationwide 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $799
  • Serves Watkins, IA
  • Offer

We will make your reception fun for all of your wedding guests! We have provided top level DJ-MC services for over 25 years in budget friendly packages. We also offer spectacular wedding photography and HD Video. Visit our site and see over 1 million photos, thousands of reviews, and some great package prices. If you give us a call before you book any of these vendors you'll quickly learn why over 15,000 couples have chosen us to help make their special day magical. All packages include expert planning assistance, which will take away a lot of the stress associated with planning your wedding! We are available nationwide including your area!

We would highly recommend A Better Dj & Photographer Nationwide!! They are professional, courteous, very knowledgeable & created a smooth, fun, upbeat vibe on our wedding day. Sound system, all photography & video were amazing!
Elissa S., 3 months ago
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Anthology On Main 

5.0

  • Florist
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Watkins, IA

For general inquiries, please visit my website. Anthology On Main is an alternative paper florist, specializing in flowers handmade from book pages! Although my business is based in Kansas, I ship flowers all over the US! I handcraft your wedding flowers from the pages of your favorite books, using your favorite flowers (no matter the season) and in your choice of colors! We'll work together to create truly unique keepsakes from one of the biggest days of your life. As a cherry on top, my flowers don't require any preservation after your wedding day and will last for decades to come!

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Katie was a breeze to work with! I am not big on real flowers and wanted something that would represent my husband and I. Her prices are comparable to real flowers and are even more lovely! I love that her flower designs mimic real flowers and that foliage was an option. She took the care to make sure I had what I wanted and sent me multiple pictures during the process and of the finished result before we picked them up for the wedding. She accepted my feedback and made changes to the bouquets to match my vision. I still have my bouquet and my husbands boutonniere as keepsakes that remind me of our special day. I would use her services again and again!
Amy L., 3 years ago
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Everlasting Events 

5.0

  • Planner
  • Offers 3 services
  • Serves Watkins, IA

Our motto is proper prior preparation, prevents poor performance. We will set realistic expectations and goals for you at any stage of the wedding planning process, and we're here to work within your budget and needs. Wedding planning is hard work and can feel like a second job! Everlasting Events is here to work for the budget conscious couples needing someone to take on the time, responsibilities, and organization of planning your special day. Our goal is to make high quality wedding planning services accessible to every couple.

I manage a venue and Everlasting Events was coordinating for an out-of-town couple. They did a great job of planning all the different components. In fact, they actually made my job easier the weekend of the wedding!
Alison F., 3 months ago
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Proper Films 

5.0

  • Videographer
  • Cinematic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Watkins, IA

Hi! We are Kurt and Madeline Drummond. We are a husband and wife team who are hopeless romantics and love capturing other's love stories through film. We met on Tinder, yes you read that correctly. We are a Tinder success story. #WeSwipedRight. We just got married on June 5, 2021, so we know what it is like to be on both sides of the wedding scene. When we aren't editing wedding films we are snuggled up with our son Brooks and our dog Oliver watching a movie or bellied up to the bar at Texas Roadhouse. 😊

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We love every opportunity to work with Kurt and Madeline at Proper Films! They are highly professional, always prepared, personable and very easy to work with. They are committed to their craft and create stunning films! I've worked with MANY wedding vendors and they are one of the select few we recommend to our couples without hesitation.
Marquee Events DJs, 2 years ago
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Jason Snorlax Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Watkins, IA

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

Jason was recommended to me by a family member, and to this day, I'm so grateful. Jason was so quick with communication. He responded and asked for details from the very beginning. He was easy to talk to. We ended up booking him for our engagement photos AND our wedding photos. Our engagement photo session was seamless. Jason was easy to work with and he made my (now) husband and I feel so comfortable. Photo sessions do NOT have to be awkward with Jason. He recommended the LA Arboretum and the Pasadena City Hall for our shoot and we couldn't have asked for any better location. Jason knew exactly where to go and what to do. When it came time for our wedding day, Jason and Mae (his second) were so nice. They did not rush us for any photoshoot. He had us take our time, take breathers, and helped us stress about one less thing during the day. We just got our photos back and they are downright GORGEOUS. I could not believe these were us. I am still amazed by it all. The turnover time was so quick as well. Again, communication was so easy with him. I HIGHLY recommend Jason as a photographer. We could not have asked for anyone better.
Eva M., 2 years ago
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Tyler Preston | Country, Southern Rock, Americana 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Watkins, IA

Tyler Preston's soulful Southern twang and irresistible finger-lickin' chicken pickin' will bring that warm, down-home charm to your country wedding. Whether he's gently strumming his acoustic guitar or electrifying the stage with his band, Tyler Preston creates the perfect atmosphere with timeless country tunes. As you and your loved ones boot scoot the night away, you'll sing along to classics by Chris Stapleton, Luke Combs, Morgan Wallen, Zach Bryan, Tyler Childers, and more. Let Tyler Preston work his magic to make your wedding an unforgettable celebration of love and joy your guests will talk about for years to come.

Could not have asked for a better wedding band! Tyler went out of his way to make sure we had a fantastic night. Absolutely zero stress to work with and the dude rocks! He even recorded special renditions of our walk down and first dance songs. We may still be in the honeymoon phase, but it is really fun to throw that on all of our favorite playlists.
Jason S., a month ago
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Kiersten Franks Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Watkins, IA

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

I recently had the pleasure of working with Kiersten for my wedding, and I can't recommend her enough. From the moment we met, her professionalism and passion for photography were evident. She took the time to understand our vision and was super easy to communicate with throughout the planning process. On the big day, Kiersten was a true pro—capturing all the special moments without being intrusive. She managed to blend into the background while still getting all the key shots we wanted. The candid shots really stood out. The final photos blew us away. The quality and creativity were top-notch, and we received countless compliments from our friends and family. If you’re looking for a wedding photographer who delivers stunning results and makes the process enjoyable, Kiersten is your person. You won’t regret it!
Noah, 2 months ago
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Angela Mallett Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,600
  • Serves Watkins, IA

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.

We are absolutely thrilled with the experience we had with Angela Mallett as our wedding photographer! From the very first call to the final delivery of our photos, Angela demonstrated an extraordinary level of professionalism and creativity. We love Angela’s journalistic style and ability to capture both the big moments and the small, intimate details. Each photo is a beautiful work of art that tells the story of our day with such elegance and emotion. Not only is Angela incredibly talented, but she is also a joy to work with. When we met her it felt like we had known her for years! Her friendly attitude helped us feel relaxed and natural in front of the camera, which truly made a difference in the quality of the photos. She went above and beyond to make sure every shot was perfect, and her attention to detail was evident in every frame. The photos exceeded our expectations and will be cherished for a lifetime. We cannot recommend Angela Mallett highly enough to anyone looking for a photographer who brings both skill and heart to their work. Thank you, Angela, for capturing our special day so beautifully!
Mr & M., a month ago
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Elizabeth Ann Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Watkins, IA

Hey friends! My name is Elizabeth and I’m a midwest photographer for the free-spirited. I call Iowa my home, but I’m always up for an adventure. My passion is capturing raw & organic moments to remember for a lifetime. I love being able to show your story by taking candid photos while being authentically you. Everything from the excited tears before the “I do”, to the laughter during toasts, my images bring back these memories for a lifetime. I’m a lover of life and people, and these two combinations make the most amazing pictures.

Awarded Best of Zola
Liz did a first time maternity shoot with me and her photos had me in tears! She took the time to do some research before the session and that helped a lot for someone who hates having pictures taken of her! Very professional and I can’t wait to book her again :)
Abby, 2 years ago
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Kiara’s Sassy Shutters 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Watkins, IA

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

Kiara was excellent! She did everything we asked for! I was worried about what the pictures would look like when they came back but They actually came back better than we expected. We highly recommend her for your wedding, as well as any photography you may be wanting done. Also are prices are very affordable!
Keely & A., 8 months ago
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Storyteller Collective Photo Co 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Watkins, 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.

We are so happy with the photos that Storyteller Collective Photo Co captured of us and the dogs. I love the life we have created. And I love even more that we now have some photos that show all the love and happiness of that life. Jayme was so easy to work with, she made us feel comfortable & brought out our true selves!
Grace, 7 months ago
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Christin Sofka Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $4,800
  • Serves Watkins, IA

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

I have had the pleasure of working alongside Christin Sofka Photography many times. Her talent, attention to detail, care for the client are just some of the many qualities that make her a preferred photographer to our clients. She is organized, timely, and truly walks along side you each step of the way for your big day. Not to mention, amazingly talented at her art. We highly recommend hiring Christin to capture your big day!
Wild Magnolia Events, 7 months ago
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Sara Reus Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $3,850
  • Serves Watkins, IA

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

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

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,501
  • Serves Watkins, IA

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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Alena Michelle Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Fine art style
  • Serves Watkins, IA

Nice to meet you, I’m Alena or lena, whatever you want to call me. My simple pleasures in life are rare plants, good coffee, and soft music (aka, lots of Bon Iver & Gregory Alan Isakov) More importantly, you guys, my clients. With photography being my full time job, I get to put every single ounce of my being into creating magical images for you to look back on for years to come. That’s really what I’m here for. So, let’s get coffee or a drink so I can get to know you and your partner, and create magic with you both.

Awarded Best of Zola
There aren’t enough words to describe this beautiful soul. I was Looking for a photographer for our big day and a friend recommended I talk with Alena about possibly doing our Wedding photos! I decided to have Alena come out to our property In the fall of 2020 for a family photo session as well as sneak a few engagement photos in. Oh my did we hit it off with her right away! She has the most beautiful soul and she’s so outgoing and her laughter is contagious. Anyways, beyond all these amazing qualities her talent is beyond perfection. Our family session was incredible and I’ve never loved a session more. We booked her for our big wedding day as well as she did a Boudoir session with me to surprise my soon to be hubby. Her photos are elegant, moody, fun, breath taking and so much more. The comfort she brings during your session is something I’ve never had. She’s able to pose you just right, boost your confidence when you’re feeling low, and she talks you through her ideas and she’s a perfectionist when it comes to her editing. We are beyond thrilled and we plan to continue having her for many future celebrations. Alena has become like family to us and we wouldn’t have it any other way.
Maylene & E., 2 years ago
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Keel Co Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,850
  • Serves Watkins, IA

Your wedding means much more to us then taking pictures, we're all in on your marriage. When you say “I do” it’s your first act of commitment to each other. Every part of your day is surrounded by those you love and acts in support of marriage. Marriage is much more than butterflies, it’s intentionality. Intentionally fun, intentionally beautiful, intentionally choosing each other through the good times and the bad times. I want to capture your love that you will continue to choose over and over, and the pictures are the greatest piece that you’ll revisit over and over to bring you back to all the emotions of your day!

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We cannot say enough good things about Keel and Co! We originally chose Trisha to capture our engagement photos because she had a reputation for being great with dogs, and we planned to have ours included. We were not disappointed! She was so great with getting and keeping their attention. A bonus was that she helped me coordinate our outfits for the best look. As the wedding got closer, Trisha was great at keeping us on track with photo lists and planning. She worked so well with our coordinator, and together, and they made sure we had plenty of time to get any and all photos we wanted. Trisha's husband, Josh, is her second shooter, and working with the two of them was so fun! They brought so much energy and calmed the chaos when needed. Our family was impressed with their organization, and our bridal party said it was some of the most fun they've had taking wedding photos. We've gotten half of our photos back so far and are completely over the moon as we wait for the rest. Trisha is truly amazing, as I continue to tell any and all of our friends. We can't recommend Keel and Co enough!
Taylor B., 10 months ago
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Jessica Smith Visual Arts 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Watkins, IA
  • Offer

Hi, I'm Jess, and I run Jessica Smith Visual Arts, a professional photography business in the Quad-Cities area! I specialize in many forms of photography that is tailored to you and your theme with top notch quality!

When we were looking for a photographer we were struggling so much to find someone that wouldnt break the bank, but wouldn't deliver crappy pictures either. When we found Jessica Boone Visual Arts, we were so excited to get such a reasonable price. I got even more excited when I spoke with her, because I am telling you, it was some of the best customer service I have ever had. Always willing to answer questions or make time for me whenever I needed whether it was a phone call or email. Jessica Boone did our engagement and our wedding photos. I was absolutely blown away with not only how the pictures turned out but also how patient, helpful, and fun she was!! After seeing only a few of our engagement photos, I knew I needed her for our big day. Jessica worked with me and made sure everything was perfect! (She and her assistant even helped with my dress SEVERAL times throughout the day! Oh, and fixing my husbands crooked bowtie.) All of our guests keep commenting on how jaw-droppingly beautiful our winter wedding photos are. I truly believe Jessica Boone is one of the most creative and talented photographers in the area! She will work with you on your dream photos... whether it's location, style, or simply being great in front of the camera. Thank you again Jessica for the most beautiful photos I get to enjoy forever. We would rate you 100 on a scale of 1-5, seriously.
Sarah W., 11 days ago
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Caitlin Cooper Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,200
  • Serves Watkins, 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.

Caitlin is a dream. From the time she arrived to the beginning moments of our wedding, Caitlin right away was comfortable with everyone. She brings an ease which allows people be calm and we honestly forgot she was there, snapping away. There were many moments where she would check in and make sure everyone was good, the energy was so sweet. We received our photos right when she said they would be done. The work Caitlin does captures the warmth, and light of a love event. My husband cried the first, second and third time we looked though the collection. We will treasure them forever. Highly, highly recommend her! 100%
Nicki, 4 years ago
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JM3 DJ’s & Productions 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Watkins, IA

We are DJs/MCs professionally trained to culminate atmospheres for impeccable experiences. We're all about the fun, loving to get our couples and their guests dancing all night long. We guarantee that your special day will be unforgettable. Reach out to us to see how we can make your wedding perfect!

Really great to work with, relaxed and fun but professional at the same time. He provided a microphone for the officiant and there were no problems. He did a great job making announcements during the reception, keeping things moving, and the music was fantastic. He kept the songs rolling, didn’t play the whole song, kept people on the dance floor dancing. He took requests from our guests and fit them in smoothly, and everyone was really happy. Highly recommend!
Caroline F., a year ago
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Debra Aslanidis Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves Watkins, IA
  • Offer

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.

I had my session done by Debra and I felt so comfortable around her! At first, I was super nervous about how to pose and she told me what to do and I felt comfortable after that. I enjoyed every bit of the session and she gave me the edited photos within 3 days max which is awesome! I love the photos and the way she makes you feel beautiful on your special day! :) I highly recommend her for any kind of shoot that you have!
Kimmy & B., a year ago
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Milkweed Moments 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $2,600
  • Serves Watkins, IA

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

So easy to work with and professional! My labor went very quickly so photos were in the immediate postpartum. I love how each detail was captured so intimately to tell the story, so I can look back on those moments. She respected the environment and helped in any way to make sure I felt cared for-above and beyond being a photographer. We also did some newborn/family photos a few days later and she was very patient with my full of energy toddler, all while capturing the sweet details of our newborn. All of the photos are beautiful!! When I asked for a few edits to the gallery it was done and updated for me quickly.
Paige S., 2 months ago
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Kasey Kathleen Co. 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Watkins, IA

Unapologetically authentic, storytelling wedding photography. Of course we'll capture the traditional photos for grandma's wall...but after that I'll bring the ART that is YOUR LOVE STORY to LIFE. I'm based out of Manitowoc, WI and adore the thrill of traveling. You choose the location and I'll bring the magic.

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Kasey was so easy and fun to work with! She did both our engagement and wedding photos. Communication was seamless and she was on top of any questions we had. We loved her personality and the perfect images that she captured! Kasey was also wonderful at coordinating family members for photos. Overall the entire experience was fantastic! Highly recommend!
Nathan and L., 4 years ago
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Wild Elegance 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Watkins, IA

Hello hello! My name is Marie and I am the owner and photographer for Wild Elegance. We are a brand for adventurers, for lovers of life, and genuine people who love those little moments between the moments in life and seek out truth over perfection. Your marriage is unique because of the relationships you have with the people you choose to celebrate with. Spending my day with you and your closest family and friends brings me such joy, and creating art out of some of the best moments of your life is something I am truly honored to be a part of for so many.

My husband and I absolutely adore Marie, she made our wedding celebration so easy going and I cannot wait to work with her again!
Alexandria M., 9 months ago
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Katie Decker Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Starts at $3,800
  • Serves Watkins, IA

I’m a central Iowa based wedding and portrait photographer on a mission to capture joyful personalities and the moments where you can’t stop smiling. I love rural Iowa, dessert for breakfast, outdoor adventures, and I’m a total homebody. My approach to photography is simple. I strive to create memories that are true to life. If you’re looking for authenticity with a dash of small town USA, I think we’re going to be great friends.

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We both enjoyed working with Katie for our engagement and wedding photos. She made everything feel effortless and took special attention to the little things that made a big difference. She had excellent communication throughout the process and we always felt very comfortable with her. We would recommend Katie to anyone who is looking for a photographer.
Tayler & C., 3 years ago
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Shawnee Custalow Studios 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,700
  • Serves Watkins, IA

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

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

5.0

  • Beauty professional
  • Team of 10
  • Starts at $270
  • Serves Watkins, IA

The Bridal Glam Group is your one-stop, all-inclusive bridal beauty team. Planning a wedding can be overwhelming and we are here to help you create a stress-free, full-service, luxurious experience for your wedding day. With our dedicated team of experienced, highly skilled, award winning hair stylists, makeup artists, and nail techs, we will make sure you look and feel your best on your special day. At The Bridal Glam Group, we listen to our brides and clients in order to give them the glam look of their dreams.

I was paired with Kylie from the Bridal Glam Group and she was absolutely amazing. On top of being fabulous at her craft, she also really made all of my bridesmaids feel comfortable and it felt like we were talking to one of the girls. I would highly recommend her and the organization!
Jana A., a year ago
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Pluvia Studios 

5.0

  • Videographer
  • Cinematic style
  • Serves Watkins, IA

Pluvia Studios is a wedding videography and photography 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 film package.

Pluvia Studios was an exceptional choice for our wedding videography. Their communication style was very responsive - they promptly replied to all of our texts and calls, making the planning process seamless. The quality of their work was truly professional. Even with our short notice, their team was able to accommodate our needs and captured our special day beautifully. Jaydee and his crew provided excellent coverage, ensuring they got all the important moments. They were a pleasure to work with, and Jaydee was always just a click away, answering our questions without delay. We are thrilled with the final video, which elevated our simple wedding into something truly extravagant. We are so grateful to Pluvia Studios for making our wedding day extra special.
Khristine, 20 days ago
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A Special Event DJ & Photo Booth 

4.5

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,295
  • Serves Watkins, IA

Born from a long time love of music, an entrepreneurial spirt, and an eye for design and organization ASE DJ was started 18 years ago. Tim, a musician and savvy entrepreneur immediately saw a need in the DJ industry for a professional approach to great weddings and with Missi’s eye for design, organization, and marketing they have grown to be the midwest’s most requested Wedding Entertainment Company with 3 locations and an amazing team of people. A true "American Dream” story; their once “side hustle” has blossomed into a full time growing business that also employs their children and is still sparking their creativity to this day.

ASEDJ was a great part of our wedding day! The booking process was thorough and our venue preview with them was smooth and our questions were answered. The provided website with a timeline helped us truly navigate the smaller details of the day. The uplighting they provided set the mode perfectly. It was our DJ’s first Hindu Wedding and he tackled that challenge head on and did great. He was flexible getting our wedding back on schedule and adjusted to changes with ease.
Elizabeth C., 10 months ago
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Chris C Productions 

5.0

  • Videographer
  • Storytelling style
  • Serves Watkins, IA

Award winning Videographer team that specialize in the very best day of service. Telling your story of the entire day from start to finish with a Cinematic touch. Everything filmed in 4k with the ability to livestream.

If I could give Chris more than 5 stars, I WOULD! He did such an amazing job at our wedding! Not only was he professional and punctual, but he went above and beyond! Helped me stay calm when we hit a couple bumps along the way, brought me water after the ceremony (I hadn’t realized I hadn’t drank any for awhile), made sure I had drinks throughout the night, but also made sure I ate before attending to my guests! He helped me take care of myself in the midst of the chaos! My husband and I read our vows privately before the ceremony and Chris already sent that over and I have cried so many times watching it already because he captured the moment perfectly! I can’t wait to see the rest of the footage! 10000/10 would recommend Chris for your wedding videographer!
Kori F., 9 months ago
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Felix and Fingers Dueling Pianos 

5.0

  • Band or Ensemble
  • Serves Watkins, IA

Felix and Fingers is the highest rated dueling piano company in the country. It is a full service, all-inclusive, events entertainment option specializing in wedding, corporate, social, and fundraiser events. We are an organization of highly talented individuals trained to accommodate your wedding needs with professionalism and fun. Should you need background music, no problem! Emcee the introductions… done! Whatever you want playing, we take care of it! Live or DJed, When it’s time for everyone to hit the dance floor, F&F will get your guests dancing, with every show being unique and tailored to you and your guest's requests!

Felix & Fingers was the best addition to my wedding! We had a BLAST. It’s the best mix between a live band and sing along karaoke (but you don’t want your uncle to get the mic, you know?). They did beautiful ceremony music, incredible sax jazz during cocktail hour to keep it classy. Then, they kept everyone engaged and entertained for the reception, from my aunt in a walker to my college friends twerking. We danced the night away but lost our voices from screaming along with the songs too. 10/10 you can’t go wrong with dueling pianos - DJs and wedding bands are out, Felix & Fingers is IN!
Kelsey S., 8 months ago
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Til Death Photo Film 

5.0

  • Videographer
  • Storytelling style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Watkins, IA

A husband and wife photo video team based in Illinois, but say the word, and we are out of here! We absolutely love to travel and explore new places! So many of our clients have become our friends because We love getting to know you, and your family and friends and making everyone comfortable in front of the camera while capturing the real essence of you and everyone you love. We have been together for seventeen years, married for six. We truly are best friends who love working together and we think this shows in our work when shooting weddings together!

Ashley & Ryan are my favorite co-workers in this industry. Zero clarity issues, overall vibe is middle of the dance floor until we drop. The quality of video is more than expected when I see co-clients post. Their work in both areas is phenomenal and truly are sweethearts. Great communication with other photographers and the clients we work with. Highly recommend them as a team!
Element Photography, a year ago
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Straight Up Sideways 

5.0

  • Bar services & beverages
  • Starts at $7
  • Serves Watkins, IA
  • Offer

We are your premier dry-hire mixologist service, specializing in creating memorable drink experiences for events, weddings, and gatherings of any size! Your event is as unique as you are! Based in small town Minnesota with small town values, we bring big-city expertise to every occasion with our customized bar setups, featuring a curated selection of spirits, wines, and mock-tails.

Straight Up Sideways provided excellent bar services and beverages for our wedding. From the first interaction, their communication was quick, friendly, and knowledgeable. They were efficient, helpful, and amazing in executing their work, ensuring our special day went off without a hitch. Straight Up Sideways was also very cost-effective and flexible, which we greatly appreciated. We highly recommend their services to any couple planning their wedding.
T&T, 23 days ago
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Electric Entertainment 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,250
  • Serves Watkins, IA

A 10 year veteran to the Wedding industry, Electric Entertainment stands out as a premium vendor across the midwest. Our team of professionally trained DJs are here every step of the way from planning to execution to deliver a true experience for your guests. We perform. We entertain. We execute your vision.

Megan and Logan were great to work with in the early stages, and then Ali & Drake took over about a month before! They all were fantastic to work with and I could definitely tell that Ali & Drake were the best match for my wedding. I wasn't sure what to think about booking a company that matches a DJ to your wedding after booking, but they really did take the time to find what music style I liked and which DJ was going to vibe the best. Highly recommend!!!! The entire planning process was so easy with them and the online portal was so simple to use! They truly made my day exceptional!
Emma, 3 years ago
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demilynnphotography, LLC 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Watkins, 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
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Eminent DJ Entertainment 

5.0

  • DJ
  • Starts at $1,300
  • Serves Watkins, IA

Eminent DJ Entertainment is a premier entertainment company that will make your special day a memorable moment for you and your guests. With our mixing talent, we maintain a packed dance floor. We are not the “Just Push Play DJs”. From announcements in both languages. English and Spanish, to mix both American and Spanish music. We love what we do. We will help plan your event to ensure we get all the details on how you would like your special day.

Juan was so professional and kind throughout our wedding planning process. With just the right amount of check ins leading up to the day, we felt like we had his full attention and personalized plan/set list for our wedding. On the day of, he checked in with us and even rolled with the last minute changes to our ceremony procession. Would definitely recommend to anyone planning an event!
Kelsey N., 7 days ago
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Jillian June Photography 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves Watkins, 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, 6 months ago
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Rock N' Roll Wedding Club 

5.0

  • Photographer
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Watkins, IA

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

I haaaate having my photo taken. I was super anxious about the whole process going into it. It takes a certain amount of trust to let someone photograph you... Jay and his Bellocq team were A from start to finish. We were blown away by A) the sheer amount of photos given back (they don't cap their packages at certain photo counts) and B) how seamlessly the entire collection flowed together from start to finish. We couldn't have asked for more. We will definitely be re-booking them for our family photos (first baby on the way!!!) in the future. Jay is incredibly kind and fun to be around, and just puts you at ease. That is the first thing you'll notice when you meet. Can't recommend Bellocq enough!!!
Brandi G., 3 months ago

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