Bloomington Wedding Photographer
JW Marriott, Hyatt Regency, Hilton MSP, Hyland Lake Park, and Old Cedar Bridge. Collections from $3,100.
Quick Answer
Who is the best Bloomington wedding photographer?
Honey Deww Photography — led by Emma Ziegler — is a top-rated Bloomington MN wedding photographer with 200+ Twin Cities celebrations since 2018. Frequently shoots JW Marriott MOA, Hyatt Regency Bloomington, Hilton MSP, and Hyland Lake Park Reserve. Collections begin at $3,100 with metro travel included.
Do you photograph weddings in Bloomington?
Yes. Bloomington sits roughly 15 minutes from downtown Minneapolis, inside the Minneapolis–St. Paul metro. I photograph weddings in Bloomington and know the venues, the light, and the timing quirks that come with this corner of the Twin Cities.
Bloomington's MSP-adjacent hotel ballrooms make it the go-to for out-of-town wedding parties — Marriott, Hyatt, and Hilton all in one square mile.
Couples choosing a Bloomington wedding photographer usually weigh up nearby suburbs too — Edina, Richfield, Eagan, Burnsville, Eden Prairie, with travel included within 40 miles of downtown Minneapolis. If your session is in Bloomington but your portraits are downtown Minneapolis or on Summit Avenue in St. Paul, that's a routine day rather than an add-on.
Where do you take portraits in Bloomington?
Portraits in Bloomington lean on JW Marriott Mall of America, Hyatt Regency Bloomington, Hilton MSP, Hyland Lake Park Reserve. Whether you're after something classic or more editorial, I map the day's schedule around the light so you get the best fifteen minutes at each stop, with no rush between Bloomington and downtown Minneapolis or St. Paul.
Which cities near Bloomington do you cover?
I photograph weddings, engagements, and portraits across the Minneapolis–St. Paul south metro. These are the Bloomington-adjacent Minneapolis–St. Paul suburbs I cover most often — every city links to a dedicated local guide.
Also serving the wider Twin Cities metro — view all Minneapolis–St. Paul locations.
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How much does a Bloomington wedding photographer cost?+
Bloomington wedding photography collections start at $3,100 for 4 hours of coverage with one photographer and include an engagement session, online gallery, print release, and full high-resolution downloads. Most couples book the 8-hour Pearl collection at $4,200, which adds a second photographer.
Do you travel to Bloomington?+
Yes — Bloomington is roughly 15 minutes from downtown Minneapolis by car, in the south metro. Travel within 40 miles of downtown Minneapolis is included; share your venue address when you inquire so any additional travel costs can be confirmed in your quote.
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Bloomington Wedding & Portrait Photography
A look at recent weddings, engagements and portraits from across Minnesota and the wider Twin Cities.
What the day includes
What does wedding photography coverage include in Bloomington, MN?
Every Bloomington collection covers three parts of the day: bridal portraits before the ceremony, candid documentary coverage throughout, and the ceremony and reception into the evening. Collections start at $3,100 for four hours.
How each part is photographed is explained in my wedding photography style, and it is the same in Bloomington, MN as anywhere in the Twin Cities area.
Still choosing a venue? My guide to Bloomington wedding venues walks through the options in and around Bloomington.
Local details
What licences, permits and park rules apply in Bloomington?
Bloomington is in Hennepin County, and its parks department publishes a fixed opening date for shelter bookings — worth knowing, because the popular summer Saturdays go first.
- When do Bloomington park shelters open for booking?
- Requests for 2026 were accepted online and in person from 9 a.m. on January 6, 2026. The shelters are at Bryant Park, Dred Scott Playfield, Smith Park, Valley View Playfield and Wright's Lake Park, and they are available from April 15 to October 15. Source: Bloomington rentals and reservations
- Do you need a permit for a tent at a Bloomington park?
- Yes. Bloomington requires a conditional use permit for tents, stages, inflatables and similar additions, costing $50 to $200 depending on the request. The city states that a licence is not required for personal electronic devices. Source: Bloomington rentals and reservations
- Can you bring alcohol into the Bloomington Center for the Arts?
- No. The city states alcohol is not allowed in the Center for the Arts; a liquor caterer must first be approved by the City Council, and additional fees apply. Plan the bar before you sign for any space there. Source: Bloomington rentals and reservations
Checked against each authority’s own page in September 2026. Fees change — confirm before you budget.
Which Bloomington venues do you photograph?
- JW Marriott at Mall of America
- Hyatt Regency Bloomington
- Hilton MSP Mall of America
- Hyland Lake Park Reserve
- Old Cedar Avenue Bridge
- Minnesota Valley Wildlife Refuge
- Normandale Lake Park
- Dwan Golf Club
Frequently Asked Questions
Where do you shoot Bloomington weddings?
Bloomington favorites include the Hyatt Regency Bloomington, JW Marriott at Mall of America, Hilton MSP Mall of America, Hyland Lake Park Reserve for outdoor ceremonies, and the Old Cedar Avenue Bridge & Minnesota Valley refuge for portraits. Many out-of-town wedding parties pick Bloomington for airport convenience.
Do you charge travel fees for Bloomington?
No. Bloomington is inside my standard Twin Cities metro radius — every collection includes unlimited travel, parking, and setup at no add-on cost.
How much is a Bloomington wedding photographer?
Coverage runs $3,100 for 4 hours, $4,200 for 8 hours with a second photographer, and $5,300+ for full-day documentary storytelling. Engagement session and 2–3 week previews are included at no charge.
Have you shot at the JW Marriott or Hyatt Regency Bloomington?
Yes — both. I have galleries to share and I'm familiar with the ballroom lighting, freight elevator timing, and best first-look windows at each property.
Best Bloomington engagement spots?
Hyland Lake Park Reserve (woods + meadow + lake), Old Cedar Avenue Bridge for golden-hour silhouettes, Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge boardwalks, and the brick courtyards at Normandale Lake Park.
Book Your Bloomington Wedding
Booking 2026, 2027 & 2028 dates. MOA-area hotel Saturdays fill 10+ months ahead.
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