Ranked among the top wedding photographers in Stillwater
The Best Wedding Photographer in Stillwater
Emma Ziegler is a 5-star Stillwater wedding photographer covering St. Croix Vineyards, JX Event Venue, and Camrose Hill Farm. Editorial documentary coverage across the St. Croix Valley, all-inclusive from $3,500.
Quick Answer
Who is the best wedding photographer in Stillwater?
Honey Deww Photography (Emma Ziegler) is one of Stillwater's best-rated wedding photographers — 5.0★ Google-verified with St. Croix Vineyards, JX Event Venue, and Water Street Inn experience. Editorial documentary style, all-inclusive collections from $3,500.
5.0 ★ on Google
42+ reviews
Booking since 2021
200+ Twin Cities clients
Minneapolis-based
Travel up to 60 mi free
Replies in 24 hrs
Mon–Fri
Serving Stillwater and the surrounding St. Croix Valley
Stillwater sits in the St. Croix Valley — roughly 30 minutes from downtown Minneapolis and inside the St. Croix Valley (Minneapolis–St. Paul metro's eastern edge). I photograph weddings across Stillwater weekly and know the venues, the light, and the timing quirks unique to this corner of the Twin Cities.
Stillwater weddings live and die on the St. Croix — bluff portraits, Lift Bridge backdrops, and JX Event Venue's brick interior are the signatures I plan every timeline around.
Couples choosing a Stillwater wedding photographer usually also compare nearby suburbs — I regularly shoot in Bayport, Oak Park Heights, Hudson (WI), Lake Elmo, Marine on St. Croix, all covered by my metro-wide flat rate with no travel fees. If your ceremony is in Stillwater but your portraits are downtown Minneapolis or on Summit Avenue in St. Paul, that's a routine day for me, not an add-on.
Stillwater landmarks I shoot around
Portraits in Stillwater lean on JX Event Venue, Aamodt's Apple Farm, the Lift Bridge, St. Croix River bluffs. Whether you're aiming for a classic St. Croix Valley country-club look or something more editorial, I map out the day's schedule so you get the best 15 minutes of light at each stop — no rushing between Stillwater and downtown Minneapolis or St. Paul.
Areas served near Stillwater
I photograph weddings, engagements, and portraits across the St. Croix Valley. These are the Stillwater-adjacent Minneapolis–St. Paul suburbs I cover most often — every city links to a dedicated local guide.
- Bayport
- Oak Park Heights
- Hudson (WI)
- Lake Elmo
- Marine on St. Croix
- Minneapolis
- St. Paul
Also serving the wider Twin Cities metro — view all Minneapolis–St. Paul locations.
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Quick answers about Stillwater wedding photographers
How much does a Stillwater wedding photographer cost?+
Stillwater wedding photographer collections start at $3,500 for 6 hours of coverage and include an engagement session, online gallery, print release, and full high-resolution downloads. Most couples book the 8-hour package at $5,500, which adds a second photographer.
Do you travel to Stillwater?+
No — Stillwater is inside my standard Minneapolis–St. Paul metro service area, so travel is included in every collection. No mileage, parking, or setup fees.
How far in advance should I book a Stillwater wedding photographer?+
Book 12–18 months out for peak Saturdays (June–October) in Stillwater. Off-season dates (November–April) and Fridays or Sundays can often be booked 3–6 months out.
What style of wedding photographer are you in Stillwater?+
Editorial documentary — I direct just enough for polish (posture, hands, chin) then step back and let the day happen. Warm, true-to-life color; no orange-and-teal filters or heavy retouching.
How long until I get my Stillwater wedding photos?+
A sneak-peek gallery of 30–50 images lands in your inbox within 48 hours. The full gallery (600–1,000+ edited images) is delivered in 4–6 weeks via a private, downloadable online gallery.
Why Couples Rank Me Among Stillwater's Best
- 5.0★ reviews across Google, The Knot, and WeddingWire (200+ weddings)
- Editorial documentary style — warm true-to-life color, no orange-and-teal filters
- Full private gallery in 4–6 weeks; sneak-peek preview within 48 hours
- Transparent pricing, no fees, engagement session included in every collection
Stillwater Wedding Venues I've Shot
- St. Croix Vineyards
- JX Event Venue
- Camrose Hill Farm
- Water Street Inn
- The Grand Banquet Hall
- Aamodt's Apple Farm
- Historic Courthouse of Stillwater
- Private St. Croix River estates
Wedding Collections
Pearl
8 hours · engagement session · 600+ edited images · 4-week gallery turnaround
Sapphire
8 hours · engagement + bridal portrait · 700+ edited images · heirloom album credit
Diamond
10 hours · second photographer · engagement + bridal · 1,000+ images · printed album included
Microwedding / Elopement
3 hours · courthouse or intimate ceremony · 200+ edited images
Best Wedding Photographer in Stillwater — FAQ
Who is the best wedding photographer in Stillwater?
Honey Deww Photography (Emma Ziegler) — 5.0★ with St. Croix Vineyards, JX Event Venue, Camrose Hill Farm, and Water Street Inn experience. Editorial documentary style, all-inclusive from $3,500.
Do you shoot St. Croix Vineyards weddings?
Yes — St. Croix Vineyards is one of my most-shot Stillwater venues. The vineyard rows are magical at golden hour; ceremony under the pergola faces west, so I plan portraits before ceremony in summer.
Can you photograph a JX Event Venue wedding?
Yes — JX is a favorite for editorial couples. The exposed brick, industrial windows, and downtown Stillwater portrait streets right outside make for a full-day shoot without leaving a two-block radius.
How much does a Stillwater wedding photographer cost?
$3,200–$7,000 typical range. My collections start at $3,500 all-inclusive.
Do you shoot Camrose Hill Farm or Aamodt's Apple Farm weddings?
Yes — both are on my regular Stillwater venue rotation. I know the outdoor ceremony spots, the barn reception lighting, and the best orchard-row portrait windows.
Do you cover Hudson WI and Somerset weddings too?
Yes — St. Croix Valley coverage across both sides of the river. Hudson, Somerset, and Prescott get a small flat travel fee, transparent at booking.
How early do Stillwater couples book?
9–14 months for Saturdays. Fall harvest weekends at St. Croix Vineyards book 15–18 months ahead.
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What Twin Cities couples say
"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.