Hudson WI Wedding Photographer
The Phipps Inn, Willow River State Park, Hudson House, Troy Burne Golf, Lakefront Park. Collections from $3,500.
Quick Answer
Who is the best Hudson WI wedding photographer?
Honey Deww Photography (Emma Ziegler) is a 5-star Hudson Wisconsin wedding photographer with 200+ St. Croix Valley weddings since 2018. Shoots at The Phipps Inn, Willow River State Park, and Hudson House. Collections from $3,500 with no travel fees from the Twin Cities.
Serving Hudson, WI and the surrounding St. Croix Valley
Hudson, WI 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 Hudson, WI weekly and know the venues, the light, and the timing quirks unique to this corner of the Twin Cities.
Hudson is Twin Cities-adjacent (30 min from downtown Minneapolis) with Wisconsin licensing perks — Willow River State Park's waterfalls are unmatched for portraits.
Couples choosing a Hudson, WI wedding photographer usually also compare nearby suburbs — I regularly shoot in Stillwater (MN), River Falls (WI), New Richmond (WI), Somerset (WI), all covered by my metro-wide flat rate with no travel fees. If your ceremony is in Hudson, WI but your portraits are downtown Minneapolis or on Summit Avenue in St. Paul, that's a routine day for me, not an add-on.
Hudson, WI landmarks I shoot around
Portraits in Hudson, WI lean on The Phipps Inn, Willow River State Park, Hudson House Grand Hotel, Troy Burne Golf Club. 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 Hudson, WI and downtown Minneapolis or St. Paul.
Areas served near Hudson, WI
I photograph weddings, engagements, and portraits across the St. Croix Valley. These are the Hudson, WI-adjacent Minneapolis–St. Paul suburbs I cover most often — every city links to a dedicated local guide.
- Stillwater (MN)
- River Falls (WI)
- New Richmond (WI)
- Somerset (WI)
- Minneapolis
- St. Paul
Also serving the wider Twin Cities metro — view all Minneapolis–St. Paul locations.
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Quick answers about Hudson, WI wedding photographers
How much does a Hudson, WI wedding photographer cost?+
Hudson, WI 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 Hudson, WI?+
No — Hudson, WI 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 Hudson, WI wedding photographer?+
Book 12–18 months out for peak Saturdays (June–October) in Hudson, WI. 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 Hudson, WI?+
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 Hudson, WI 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.
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200+ Twin Cities clients
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Hudson WI Venues I Shoot
- The Phipps Inn
- Willow River State Park
- Hudson House Grand Hotel
- Troy Burne Golf Club
- Lakefront Park
- The Smiling Moose
- Downtown Hudson (2nd Street)
- Dike Road overlook
Frequently Asked Questions
Where do you shoot Hudson WI weddings?
Hudson favorites include The Phipps Inn, The Smiling Moose Bar & Grill, Willow River State Park, Hudson House Grand Hotel, Troy Burne Golf Club, and St. Croix riverfront ceremonies at Lakefront Park.
Do you charge travel fees for Hudson, Wisconsin?
No — Hudson sits 25 minutes east of St. Paul and is fully included in my Twin Cities metro radius. Travel, parking, and tolls are always covered.
How much is a Hudson WI wedding photographer?
Investment ranges from $3,500 (6-hour coverage) to $5,500 (8 hours + second photographer), with $7,500+ full-day documentary options. Includes a complimentary engagement session and 2–3 week sneak peek gallery.
Have you shot at Willow River State Park?
Yes — the falls and the upper river bluffs are unbeatable for adventurous ceremonies and elopements. I scout golden-hour timing per-month so we hit the falls at the right light.
Best Hudson engagement spots?
Lakefront Park gazebo on the St. Croix, downtown 2nd Street brick storefronts, the Dike Road overlook at sunset, and Willow River State Park's falls for adventurous couples.
Do you shoot weddings in Hudson, Wisconsin?
Yes — Hudson is inside my 75-mile Twin Cities travel-included radius. No travel fee, no hotel, no per diem. I average 8–12 Hudson/western WI weddings per year.
Best Hudson WI wedding venues?
The Wilds Golf Club (rolling bluff views), Willow River State Park (waterfalls + forest), Hop & Barrel Brewing (industrial downtown), and private St. Croix riverfront estates. All within 10 minutes of downtown Hudson.
Can we do St. Croix River portraits?
Yes — Lakefront Park at sunset is one of my favorite Hudson portrait spots. The river bluffs face west, so you get pure golden light with the water and MN bluffs behind you.
Do you know Hudson wedding planners?
Yes — I've worked with the top Hudson and Stillwater wedding planners for years. Ask for my vetted vendor list; I share it with every booked Hudson couple.
Are your prices the same in WI as MN?
Yes — identical collections in Wisconsin and Minnesota. No travel surcharge, no cross-state fee. Collections start at $1,800 for elopements and $3,500 for full-day coverage.
How's the light at Willow River State Park?
Willow River Falls faces east — best for morning ceremonies (9–11am) or overcast midday. For portraits, I love the pine-forest trails just south of the falls at 1–2 hours before sunset when the canopy filters warm light.
Book Your Hudson WI Wedding
2026 and early 2027 calendars are open. Saturday dates from May–October usually go 10+ months ahead.
Check AvailabilityWestern Wisconsin Wedding Photography Guides
In-depth local guides written from real weddings I've shot in the area.
Western Wisconsin Wedding Photography Guide
Hudson, River Falls & St. Croix Valley wedding photography.
Twin Cities & St. Croix Valley Elopement Guide
Cross-border elopement planning for Hudson & Twin Cities couples.
Best Outdoor Ceremony Locations (MN + WI Border)
St. Croix River and border-area outdoor ceremony spots.
When to Book a Hudson WI Wedding Photographer
How far out Wisconsin weddings should book — 12–18 months typical.
Wisconsin & Twin Cities Wedding Photographer Cost
Same pricing applies for Hudson, River Falls, and WI couples.
Wisconsin Wedding Day Timeline Template
Sample timeline that works for Hudson, River Falls, and Somerset weddings.
Hudson WI Wedding Venues I Cover
Hudson is 30 minutes east of St. Paul on the St. Croix River — technically Wisconsin but functionally part of the Twin Cities wedding market. I regularly shoot at The Wilds Golf Club, Willow River State Park, downtown Hudson lofts, and private St. Croix riverfront estates.
Wisconsin Licensing & Logistics
I'm fully licensed to shoot in Wisconsin and cover Hudson, River Falls, New Richmond, and Somerset with no travel fee (all inside my 75-mile radius from Minneapolis). Wisconsin marriage licenses require 6-day waiting periods — I coordinate timeline planning around license paperwork if you're a MN couple marrying in WI.