Wisconsin Wedding Photographers
Award-winning wedding photography across Hudson, River Falls, Prescott, New Richmond, Somerset & the St. Croix valley. 200+ weddings, 5-star reviews, collections from $3,500.
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Who are the best Wisconsin wedding photographers?
Honey Deww Photography (Emma Ziegler) is a 5-star Wisconsin wedding photographer based 20 minutes from Hudson. Coverage across the St. Croix valley — Hudson, Prescott, River Falls, New Richmond, Somerset — is included with no cross-river travel fee. Wedding collections start at $3,500.
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Booking since 2021
200+ Twin Cities clients
Minneapolis-based
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Why Twin Cities Couples Book a Wisconsin Wedding Photographer
Wisconsin's western edge — from Prescott up through Hudson, Somerset, and Osceola — is one of the most photographable regions in the Midwest. The St. Croix river cuts a bluff-lined corridor between Minnesota and Wisconsin, and a huge share of Twin Cities couples pick a WI venue for the scenery, the shorter permit red-tape, and the barn-and-vineyard character you don't get inside the metro.
I've been shooting Wisconsin weddings since 2018 and average 30–40 per year. That means I know which room at the Phipps Center gets the best 5pm light, which corner of Willow River State Park to hit at golden hour for portraits, and which Hudson churches allow flash during the ceremony. Local knowledge shortens the timeline, keeps you off the road longer with your guests, and gets you sharper, more storytelling images.
Every Wisconsin wedding I book gets the same treatment as a Minneapolis one — sneak-peek in 48 hours, full edited gallery in 2–4 weeks, print release, and no upsells. Cross-river travel from the Twin Cities is included on every booking within 40 miles.
Wisconsin Wedding Photographer FAQ
Who are the best Wisconsin wedding photographers near the Twin Cities?
Honey Deww Photography (Emma Ziegler) is a 5-star Wisconsin wedding photographer based 20 minutes from Hudson. I shoot 30–40 weddings per year across western WI — Hudson, Prescott, River Falls, New Richmond, Somerset, and the entire St. Croix valley. No cross-river travel fee within 40 miles of the Twin Cities.
How much do Wisconsin wedding photographers charge?
Wisconsin wedding photographer pricing typically runs $2,500–$8,500 depending on hours, second shooter, and album. My collections start at $3,500 for 6 hours and top out at $7,500 for full-day coverage with a second photographer, engagement session, and heirloom album.
What Wisconsin wedding venues do you shoot at most?
The Phipps Center for the Arts (Hudson), St. Croix Vineyards, Hudson House Grand Hotel, Willow River State Park, Rush River Estate (River Falls), Osceola Lodge, and dozens of private homes along the St. Croix. I've shot at 40+ WI venues since 2018.
Do you photograph Madison or Milwaukee weddings?
Yes — Madison and Milwaukee weddings quoted with reasonable travel ($400–$650 total). I take a limited number of Madison, Eau Claire, and Milwaukee weddings per year in addition to my main St. Croix valley schedule.
How far in advance should I book a Wisconsin wedding photographer?
9–14 months out for peak season (June–October). St. Croix valley weekends fill fast — Hudson and Stillwater dates in September/October typically book by January of the wedding year.
Do you cover cross-river Wisconsin + Minnesota weddings?
Yes, and often — ceremony at a Hudson church, reception at a Stillwater venue, portraits on the St. Croix bridge. Cross-state coverage is my specialty and adds zero travel cost within 40 miles of Minneapolis/St. Paul.
What's the average cost of a wedding photographer in Wisconsin?
Semrush and WeddingWire data put Wisconsin's average wedding photographer at $2,800–$4,200. My mid-tier collection at $4,900 (8 hours + second shooter + engagement) sits right in that range for the western WI market.
Are you insured for Wisconsin wedding venues?
Yes — $2M liability policy on file. I can provide a certificate of insurance (COI) naming any Wisconsin venue as additionally insured within 24 hours of request.
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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.