St. Croix Valley Wedding Photographer
Stillwater · Hudson · Prescott · Afton · Marine on St. Croix · Osceola
Quick Answer
Who is the best St. Croix Valley wedding photographer?
Honey Deww Photography (Emma Ziegler) is a 5-star St. Croix Valley wedding photographer. I've shot 100+ weddings from Stillwater to Osceola, including river-bluff elopements, vineyard weddings, and Lift Bridge portraits. Collections from $3,500; elopements from $1,800.
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42+ reviews
Booking since 2021
200+ Twin Cities clients
Minneapolis-based
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The Valley I Know By Heart
The St. Croix Valley is the most-photographed wedding corridor in the Upper Midwest — and for a reason. Sandstone bluffs, working vineyards, a historic lift bridge, and dozens of restored 1800s buildings across Stillwater, Hudson, and Marine on St. Croix. I live 15 minutes from the river and shoot here almost every weekend from May through October.
Local knowledge changes your gallery. I know the Stillwater Bridge light gets flat and blue after 6:30pm in September and shifts to warm gold by 5:15 in October — so we shoot portraits accordingly. I know Willow River's east ridge gets the best backlight, Afton's ski hill has an unmarked overlook most photographers miss, and the Marine General Store porch is a Sunday-morning portrait gem.
The St. Croix valley is one continuous location for me — MN or WI side, doesn't matter. Cross-river travel is included on every booking within 40 miles of the Twin Cities.
St. Croix Valley FAQ
Who is the best St. Croix Valley wedding photographer?
Honey Deww Photography (Emma Ziegler) shoots the St. Croix valley constantly — Stillwater, Hudson, Prescott, Marine on St. Croix, Afton, and Osceola. 20 minutes from the river, 5-star reviewed, collections from $3,500.
What towns count as St. Croix Valley?
On the Minnesota side: Stillwater, Bayport, Afton, Marine on St. Croix, Scandia, Taylors Falls. On the Wisconsin side: Hudson, Prescott, Osceola, St. Croix Falls, Somerset. All within 30–45 minutes of downtown St. Paul.
Best St. Croix wedding portrait locations?
Stillwater Lift Bridge, Lakefront Park (Hudson), Willow River State Park, Afton State Park, Mercord Mill Park (Prescott), Interstate State Park (Taylors Falls/St. Croix Falls), and the bluff overlooks along Highway 95. All work for portraits in any season.
Do you cover St. Croix elopements?
Yes — St. Croix bluff and river elopements are a signature package. 2 hours of coverage, digital gallery, and print release from $1,800. Popular spots: Interstate State Park, Willow River bridge, Afton overlook, and private St. Croix boat ceremonies.
St. Croix venue recommendations by season?
Fall: Rush River Estate (River Falls) and Osceola Lodge for foliage. Summer: St. Croix Vineyards and Aster Cafe (Minneapolis) for river views. Winter: The Loft at Studio J (Stillwater) and Hudson House for cozy indoor. Spring: Marine Mill and Afton State Park for green blooms.
Real Reviews
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.