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Hudson WI Wedding Photographer

The Phipps Inn, Willow River State Park, Hudson House, Troy Burne Golf, Lakefront Park. Collections from $3,100.

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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 $3,100 with no travel fees from the Twin Cities.

Do you photograph weddings in Hudson, WI?

Yes. Hudson, WI sits roughly 30 minutes from downtown Minneapolis, inside the St. Croix Valley on the metro's eastern edge. I photograph weddings in Hudson, WI and know the venues, the light, and the timing quirks that come with the St. Croix Valley area.

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 weigh up neighbouring towns too — Stillwater (MN), River Falls (WI), New Richmond (WI), Somerset (WI), and I travel to all of them. Travel beyond the metro is quoted up front, so the number you see when you book is the number you pay.

Where do you take portraits in Hudson, WI?

Portraits in Hudson, WI lean on The Phipps Inn, Willow River State Park, Hudson House Grand Hotel, Troy Burne Golf Club. 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 — and with the drive built into the timeline rather than bolted on.

Which cities near Hudson, WI do you cover?

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.

Also serving the wider Twin Cities metro — view all Minneapolis–St. Paul locations.

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How much does a Hudson, WI wedding photographer cost?+

Hudson, WI 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 Hudson, WI?+

Yes — Hudson, WI is roughly 30 minutes from downtown Minneapolis by car, in the St. Croix Valley. 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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Hudson, WI Wedding & Portrait Photography

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

Woman looking up at partner on beach at sunset with flower tattoo — photograph by Emma Ziegler, Honey Deww Photography
Two women on stone steps with tender face touch at golden hour — photograph by Emma Ziegler, Honey Deww Photography
Two women touching foreheads with sun flare between them — photograph by Emma Ziegler, Honey Deww Photography
Couple walking and kissing by golf cart on tree-lined path — photograph by Emma Ziegler, Honey Deww Photography
Woman reading in golf cart while man swings on course — photograph by Emma Ziegler, Honey Deww Photography
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What the day includes

What does wedding photography coverage include in Hudson, WI?

Every Hudson 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 Hudson, WI as anywhere in the western Wisconsin area.

Local details

What licences, permits and park rules apply in Hudson, WI?

Hudson's riverfront parks, including Lakefront Park on the St. Croix, rent their pavilions for a short summer season, so the booking rules matter.

When can you reserve a Hudson park pavilion?
Reservations open after January 1 each year, for dates from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend; anything outside that window is a special-event request. A reservation covers the whole day. Source: City of Hudson park reservations
How far ahead, and how do you pay?
At least 14 days before the date, with fees due within 10 days of the request or the reservation is cancelled. Credit cards are accepted in person at City Hall only; cash and checks are also taken. Source: City of Hudson park reservations
What if you need to cancel?
Large pavilion rentals are refunded in full, less a $50 fee, if cancelled at least 14 days out. Inside 14 days there is no refund. Source: City of Hudson park reservations
How do you get a marriage licence for a Hudson wedding?
Apply in person at any Wisconsin county clerk's office. St. Croix County charges $100, cash or check only. There is a 3-day waiting period, so apply at least four days and no more than 60 days before the wedding; the licence is valid for 60 days. Source: St. Croix County marriage licence information
Can a Wisconsin licence be used for a ceremony in Minnesota?
No. A Wisconsin licence covers a ceremony performed in Wisconsin only. If the ceremony itself is across the river in Minnesota, you need a Minnesota licence instead. Source: St. Croix County marriage licence information

Checked against each authority’s own page in September 2026. Fees change — confirm before you budget.

Which Hudson WI venues do you photograph?

  • 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 $3,100 (4-hour coverage) to $4,200 (8 hours + second photographer), with $5,300+ 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 the 40 miles from downtown Minneapolis that travel is included for. 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 $3,100 for the 4-hour Emerald and run to $5,300 for the 12-hour Sapphire.

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, 2027, and 2028 calendars are open. Saturday dates from May–October usually go 10+ months ahead.

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Western Wisconsin Wedding Photography Guides

In-depth local guides written from real weddings I've shot in the area.

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 — travel is included within 40 miles of downtown Minneapolis and billed at cost with no markup beyond that. A Wisconsin marriage licence has a 3-day waiting period and must be applied for between 4 and 60 days before the wedding — I coordinate timeline planning around license paperwork if you're a MN couple marrying in WI.

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