Golden Valley Photographer

Do you photograph weddings, portraits and families in Golden Valley?

Where do you take portraits in Golden Valley?

Local places to plan a Golden Valley day around include Brookview Golden Valley, Brookview Park, Theodore Wirth Park, Bassett Creek. 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 Golden Valley and downtown Minneapolis or St. Paul.

Which cities near Golden Valley do you cover?

I photograph weddings, engagements, and portraits across the Minneapolis–St. Paul west metro. These are the towns next to Golden Valley, plus Minneapolis and St. Paul; the linked ones have their own local guide.

• Minneapolis
• St. Louis Park
• Robbinsdale
• Crystal
• Plymouth
• St. Paul

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

Local details

What licenses, permits and park rules apply in Golden Valley?

Golden Valley is in Hennepin County, so your marriage license comes from a Hennepin County service center, and the city-run Brookview facility and park pavilions set their own rules for ceremonies, receptions and photos.

Where do you get a marriage license in Hennepin County?

Hennepin County issues marriage licenses at its service centers, where you can schedule an appointment (the county recommends one to avoid long waits) or come in, and submitting your applicant information online first means you don't have to fill it out in the office. Bring identification such as a driver's license, state ID or birth certificate; the fee is $125, or $50 if you've completed 12 hours of premarital education, and the license is valid for 6 months and only for a Minnesota wedding. Source: Hennepin County — Marriage license

What rental policies apply to events at Brookview Golden Valley?

Brookview takes a non-refundable 50 percent down payment when you reserve, and cancellations received 30 calendar days or fewer before the rental get no refund. All bar service is through Three One Six Bar + Grill, final alcohol service is 30 minutes before the rental ends (no later than 11:30 pm), and confetti, glitter, bird seed, rice or similar items are prohibited. Bands and audio equipment must stop at midnight indoors and by 10 pm outdoors. Source: City of Golden Valley — Brookview rental policies

How do you book a Brookview Park pavilion in Golden Valley?

Brookview Park pavilion reservations can be made online, in person at Brookview Golden Valley or by email; 2026 bookings opened Jan 8 for Golden Valley residents and Feb 12 for non-residents, with availability listed as May 1–Oct 5 in blocks of 11 am to 4 pm or 5 pm to dusk. Alcohol is not allowed on city property except beer and wine in the Brookview picnic pavilions with an alcohol permit, which costs an additional $50 and requires an insurance rider with host liquor coverage. Amplified music of any kind is not permitted at Brookview Park except with a city-sponsored event. Source: City of Golden Valley — Brookview Park pavilions

Do you need a permit for commercial photography in Golden Valley parks?

Golden Valley's code of conduct for city-owned and city-managed facilities, including parks, event venues and shelters, says casual, non-commercial photography is generally permitted in public areas, while commercial filming or photography must be conducted through a Special Event permit. Those productions must meet the requirements of the Special Event Ordinance and reimburse the city for any city costs. Source: City of Golden Valley — Code of conduct at city facilities

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

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