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Ranked among the top wedding photographers in Mankato

The Best Wedding Photographer in Mankato

Emma Ziegler is a 5-star Mankato wedding photographer covering Sibley Park, downtown Mankato venues, and Southern Minnesota estates. Editorial documentary coverage, all-inclusive from $3,100.

Quick Answer

Who is the best wedding photographer in Mankato?

Honey Deww Photography (Emma Ziegler) is one of Mankato's best-rated wedding photographers — 5.0★ Google-verified serving Sibley Park, Minneopa State Park, and Southern Minnesota. Editorial documentary style, all-inclusive from $3,100.

A look at recent weddings, engagements and portraits from across Minnesota and the wider Twin Cities.

Bride and groom stepping out of vintage elevator — photograph by Emma Ziegler, Honey Deww Photography
Couple walking across a frozen lake at dusk carrying lanterns, the bride in a satin dress and long coat — photograph by Emma Ziegler, Honey Deww Photography
Couple in coats sharing intimate moment by stone wall — photograph by Emma Ziegler, Honey Deww Photography
Groom lifting bride on rocky beach with boulders — photograph by Emma Ziegler, Honey Deww Photography
Bride and groom under wooden triangle arch in pine trees — photograph by Emma Ziegler, Honey Deww Photography

5.0 ★ on Google

45 reviews

Booking since 2018

200+ Twin Cities clients

Minneapolis-based

Travel up to 40 mi free

Replies in 24 hrs

Mon–Fri

Why Couples Rank Me Among Mankato's Best

  • 5.0★ from 45 verified Google reviews (200+ weddings photographed)
  • Editorial documentary style — warm true-to-life color, no orange-and-teal filters
  • Full private gallery in 6–8 weeks; sneak-peek preview within 1–2 weeks
  • Transparent pricing, no hidden fees, engagement session included in every collection

Mankato Wedding Venues I've Shot

  • Verizon Center (Mankato)
  • The Wow! Zone
  • Sibley Park Pavilion
  • Minneopa State Park
  • The Loose Moose Saloon
  • Country Inn & Suites ballroom
  • Private farm & lake estates

Wedding Collections

Emerald

4 hours · engagement session · 300+ edited images · 4-week gallery turnaround

$3,100

Pearl

8 hours · two photographers · engagement session · 600+ edited images · 4-week gallery turnaround

$4,200

Ruby

10 hours · two photographers · engagement session · 800+ edited images

$4,800

Sapphire

12 hours · two photographers · engagement + 1-year anniversary session · highlight film · 1,000+ images

$5,300

Elopement

courthouse or intimate ceremony · planning guide · online gallery

from $650

Best Wedding Photographer in Mankato — FAQ

Who is the best wedding photographer in Mankato?

Honey Deww Photography (Emma Ziegler) — 5.0★ with Sibley Park, Minneopa State Park, and Southern MN estate experience. Editorial documentary style, all-inclusive from $3,100.

How much is a Mankato wedding photographer?

$2,800–$5,500 typical range in Mankato. My collections start at $3,100, with travel from Minneapolis billed at cost and no markup.

Do you shoot Sibley Park weddings?

Yes — the pavilion and the outdoor ceremony sites at Sibley are lovely; I know the portrait timing along the Minnesota River for late-afternoon light.

Can you photograph Minneopa State Park weddings?

Yes — Minneopa falls and the bison range make for a truly unique Southern MN wedding backdrop. I have park permits sorted and know the falls' seasonal water levels.

Do you also cover New Ulm, St. Peter, and Le Sueur?

Yes — all of Southern Minnesota. Travel is billed at cost with no markup, quoted before you book.

How does travel from Minneapolis work?

About 90 minutes each way; travel is billed at cost with no markup, quoted at booking. Same-day return for most Mankato dates.

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Real Reviews

What Twin Cities couples say

5.0 · 45+ Google reviews

"If you're looking for a photographer who truly captures you, Emma is the one. She has this incredible ability to make you feel comfortable, confident, and completely yourself in front of the camera."

— Lauren Slama

"Emma is an incredible photographer! She always comes up with the best concepts and makes every shoot feel fun and effortless."

— Cassandra Donald

"She was amazing! Can't wait for my next shoot."

— Amber C.