Ranked among the top wedding photographers in the Twin Cities
The Best Wedding Photographer in the Twin Cities
Emma Ziegler is a 5-star Twin Cities wedding photographer serving Minneapolis, St. Paul, and the entire metro. 200+ weddings, editorial documentary style, and all-inclusive collections from $3,500. No travel fee within 40 miles of downtown Minneapolis.
Quick Answer
Who is the best wedding photographer in the Twin Cities?
Honey Deww Photography (Emma Ziegler) is one of the Twin Cities' most-booked and highest-rated wedding photographers — 5.0★ on Google, published in Minnesota Bride and The Knot, and 200+ weddings across Minneapolis, St. Paul, and every suburb from Wayzata to Woodbury. Editorial documentary style, transparent all-inclusive pricing from $3,500, and gallery delivery in 4–6 weeks.
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
Why Couples Rank Me Among the Twin Cities'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
the Twin Cities Wedding Venues I've Shot
- The Depot (Minneapolis)
- Landmark Center (St. Paul)
- The Machine Shop (NE Minneapolis)
- Nicollet Island Pavilion
- Bavaria Downs (Chaska)
- The Legacy at Green Acres (Eden Prairie)
- The Grand 1858 (Minnetonka)
- Hyland Lake Park Reserve (Bloomington)
- Historic Downtown Stillwater venues
- Cathedral of Saint Paul
the Twin Cities Wedding Neighborhoods & Districts
Minneapolis (Downtown, NE, North Loop)
Warehouse-loft receptions, skyline rooftops, riverfront ceremonies.
St. Paul (Cathedral Hill, Summit, Downtown)
Historic mansions and Cathedral ceremonies with mature-elm portrait backdrops.
West Metro (Wayzata, Minnetonka, Edina)
Lakeside country clubs and estate venues with soft late-afternoon light.
East Metro (Woodbury, Stillwater, Cottage Grove)
St. Croix riverside venues and historic river-town portrait streets.
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 the Twin Cities — FAQ
Who is the best wedding photographer in the Twin Cities?
Honey Deww Photography (Emma Ziegler) — 5.0★ Google-verified with 200+ Twin Cities weddings, feature editorials in Minnesota Bride, and Best-of-Weddings recognition. Editorial documentary style, collections from $3,500.
What areas of the Twin Cities do you serve?
All of Hennepin, Ramsey, Dakota, Anoka, Washington, and Scott counties — Minneapolis, St. Paul, and every suburb from Wayzata to Woodbury. No travel fee within 40 miles of downtown Minneapolis.
How much does a top Twin Cities wedding photographer cost?
$3,200–$8,500 for established Twin Cities wedding photographers. My collections start at $3,500 and are fully all-inclusive — engagement, 8-hour coverage, private gallery, and full-resolution downloads with print rights.
How early do Twin Cities couples book their wedding photographer?
9–14 months for peak May–October Saturdays. Prime fall-color dates fill 15–18 months out. Winter, weekday, and Sunday weddings often have 3–6 month availability.
Do you shoot both indoor and outdoor Twin Cities weddings?
Yes — I shoot the full range: warehouse lofts, hotel ballrooms, riverfront tents, backyard elopements, church ceremonies, and courthouse micro-weddings. Backup lighting for every scenario is standard in my kit.
What's the best Twin Cities wedding photography style right now?
Warm true-to-life editorial documentary — soft skin tones, deep blacks, clean natural color. It ages far better than heavily-filtered orange-and-teal looks that dominated 2018–2021 and now look dated in only 3–4 years.
Can you photograph a wedding across multiple Twin Cities locations?
Yes — I regularly cover a full day that spans two or three metro locations (e.g. Minneapolis prep → St. Paul Cathedral → Minneapolis reception). No mileage surcharge inside the metro.
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Booking select 2026 Saturdays and most 2027 dates across the Twin Cities and the Twin Cities metro.
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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.