How much does a wedding photographer typically cost in Fort Thompson, SD?

A Fort Thompson, SD wedding photographer ranges from $750 to $4,800 and averages at $2,400. The cost reflects the number of hours included, if there is a second photographer, any prints or albums, and, most importantly, the experience of the photographer. But every snapshot they take is a priceless memory of your big day — way better than your bestie's blurry smartphone pics, right?

Do most photographers include a second photographer?

87% of photographers in Fort Thompson, SD offer a second photographer, although it typically depends on the package you book! Second photographers are helpful because one person can’t be everywhere at once, and the second photographer ensures all the details are covered.

Which are the most popular photographers in Fort Thompson, SD?

Some of the most popular photographers in this area include Imagesxpert Media, Ashley Cynthia Photography and LM Photography.

What else should I keep in mind when booking a wedding photographer?

Are you interested in an engagement shoot as a test run? Drone photography? Wedding albums? All helpful things to ask about when you’re considering which wedding photographer to book!

What types of photographers are in Fort Thompson, SD?

Classic Photographers Fine Art Photographers Photojournalistic Photographers

What other Fort Thompson vendors will I need?

Fort Thompson Bar Services & Beverages Fort Thompson Cakes & Desserts Fort Thompson Caterers Fort Thompson Beauty Professionals Fort Thompson Bands & DJs Fort Thompson Wedding Planners Fort Thompson Florists Fort Thompson Videographers Fort Thompson Venues

What other photographers are nearby?

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The Best 10 Editorial Wedding Photographers in Fort Thompson, SD

21 Wedding Photographers in Fort Thompson, SD

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Love Knot Photography

5.0

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Starts at $3,000
Serves Fort Thompson, SD

Hi, I’m Isaac. In my world, light is everything. The cool ambient hues at dawn, hinting at what the day may bring. Golden sun rays catching particles through a tree as friends gathers to celebrate. A Cotton candy sunset peppered by patio string-lights as a DJ plays my favorite song. We all have timeless memories logged in our minds. For me, they are based in a language of light. As a wedding photographer, this deep connection to special lighting helps me produce dynamic visual stories of romance, personality and beauty.

“Isaac’s photography style was perfect for us. He already delivered about half of our retouched photos a week after the wedding which was insane and I love every single one. He was flexible with the 5 flower girls we had in and out of pictures and the multiple areas on our venue property. Overall an amazing experience and I recommend his work to anyone and everyone looking.”

Madison R., 4 months ago

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505 Media Company

5.0

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Starts at $1,500
Serves Fort Thompson, SD
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Hello! We are a husband and wife company. We have covered over 1000 weddings in less than 5 years all across the USA, Canada, and Mexico. We love to travel so much that we keep our prices affordable- giving us the opportunity to cover all over the USA (no travel fees). Our most popular package is our Red Carpet which gives our clients up to 10 hours of photo and video coverage, 505+ edits, and 2 wedding videos (with the whole ceremony). Check out our FB or Youtube for HUNDREDS of weddings we shot in the past.

“We were so impressed by 505 media and their quick responses and quality of photo/video they took! From the initial phases of planning, they were quick to respond and eager to help in the planning process of making sure timelines were manageable. They were able to capture all of the milestones during the day and were even willing to hop on our party bus when we wanted footage of the wedding party driving around! We were so impressed by how quick the photos were delivered! We received a text while on our honeymoon the week after our wedding that our edited photos were done and one week later we received all our pictures! You don’t hear that often from photography companies! We also watched our wedding video trailer today (which was delivered in less than 2 months from our wedding) and can’t stop watching it! I would recommend 505 media to anyone!!”

Rachel B., 8 months ago

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MSMP MEDIA LLC

5.0

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Starts at $1,650
Serves Fort Thompson, SD
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Hi there! We’re Robert and Marisa Carter. Founders and owners of MSMP Media. A photo and Video Wedding company. With over 10+ years experience in the wedding industry we are as familiar as it get's with all things wedding 💜 We service select states, capturing our couples genuine joy, love and happiness across the nation and we love every minute of it! Our goal is to leave you with photos and/or videos that will bring back the feeling & emotions. Take a look at our gallery or visit our webpage portfolio under recent work. Don't be shy to connect, we love creating a fun filled experience, all are welcome!

“Marisa is absolutely amazing to work with! She’s so creative and it shows through all her pictures. We received sneak peeks less than 24hrs later and they were PERFECTION. If the sneak peeks are this good, I can’t wait to see all the other pictures and videos. She will for sure be someone I use in the future!”

Mikayla H., 10 days ago

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Captured By KP

5.0

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Starts at $1,000
Serves Fort Thompson, SD
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My passion for wedding photography stems from my love of storytelling. Weddings are filled with moments of joy, laughter, and love, and I believe in honoring every genuine connection and fleeting glance that happens throughout the day. Every couple has a unique story, and my goal is to help you relive yours for years to come through images that evoke the same emotions you felt on your wedding day. Being in Business for 6years with over 120 Wedding shot across the country.

“We started with an engagement shoot to get to know him, which I highly recommend. Throughout the process he was a great communicator, and always helped with any questions. When it came to the wedding day he was super organized, and stayed on our timeline which was great. Most importantly, the pictures are beautiful!! 10/10”

Kalia & C., 2 months ago

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Shawnee Custalow Studios

5.0

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Starts at $4,700
Serves Fort Thompson, SD

We are passionate about photographing kind-hearted people who are unapologetically themselves, and creating a safe and beautiful space in the wedding world for LGBTQ+ folx. Our favorite people to work with believe in giving back to their communities, that black lives always matter, that climate change is you know...real, and choose to embrace their own unique quirks and talents.

“When you elope in the middle of a pandemic, it matters all the more that you love your photographer--since they'll be the only other person at your wedding. :) And in short, we couldn't be happier that ours was Shawnee. She has such a gift and a love for the work she does—and it shows. We knew she was the right person from the moment we met on Zoom--she is warm and kind, asked all the right questions, and instantly put us at ease. My partner and I eloped at the end of October 2020 in DC, just before the election. It was a whirlwind moment for so many reasons, especially as a queer couple. And it mattered to us that the person who captured those treasured memories, really understood what that moment meant to us. Everyone who sees our photos marvels at how wonderful they are—and no doubt we look great, but Shawnee’s warmth and direction and stellar eye really made all the difference. Vibing with your photographer matters—we’re so grateful to have found one with such grace and as much love for her art as Shawnee. <3”

Adiel & R., 4 years ago

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Hannah Nicholas Photography

5.0

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Starts at $3,850
Serves Fort Thompson, SD

Hi, I’m Hannah! I grew up in Pennsylvania, but reside on the ranch in South Dakota with my husband! We are both self employed! When we aren't working you can find us riding, roping, riding colts, or just enjoying the view on the porch with coffee! I actually started out photographing horses, but when I started photographing couples, and then weddings- I never looked back! Every couple expresses love differently, and I love capturing that about them. Every couple and wedding is different. Every wedding has its own scenery, vibe and authentic personalizations to it that is SO unique to the couple.

“Highly recommend Hannah with Hannah Walsh photography! She was professional, on time, and so FUN to work with! She captured our engagement pictures as well as our wedding day. She provided us a detailed schedule for our wedding day that included all the traditional wedding pictures and she had lots of great ideas for pictures that were tailored to my husband and I. Hannah traveled hours with us to the Badlands to capture our engagement pictures, travelled 3 hours for our wedding, and stayed longer than I had booked her for! She is extremely talented and truly enjoys what she does. We will be using her again!”

Bryant & B., 3 years ago

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Penguin Ballet

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Starts at $5,500
Serves Fort Thompson, SD
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Welcome. Penguin Ballet is an award winning wedding photography studio in San Francisco, California. We love love love all the beautiful wedding things: celebration, family, friends, music, food, style, art, dance, design, photography and everything in between. The unexpected, unplanned, snap of a finger blink of an eye feelings, happenings and moments that make you and your wedding unique, special and unforgettable. It's our job to capture all the magic and tell beautiful visual stories through our photographs, and it's our honor to do so. Let's make incredible photographs together!

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Lavender Bouquet Photography

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Starts at $4,350
Serves Fort Thompson, SD

Lavender Bouquet Photography is composed of a professional team of portrait and wedding photographers based in the Black Hills of South Dakota. We strive to create thought-provoking images for each wedding we capture. We are storytellers and problem solvers.

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Diana Marie Photography

5.0

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Serves Fort Thompson, SD for additional fees

Hey there! Since you are trusting me to capture these special moments in your life, I figured you should probably know a bit about me, right? I am a Huntsville, Alabama native, but moved to Nashville after graduating from the University of Alabama in 2013. ROLL TIDE! Although I consider Nashville home, I am anything but a homebody. I love traveling and exploring new places (especially the food at those places!). I even studied abroad in Italy, which let me tell you, was a food lover's dream. I have always felt like an old soul trapped in a millennial’s body. I would rather listen to Frank Sinatra than anything on the radio today.

“Diana Marie Photography was an absolute joy to work with for our wedding day. From the very beginning, Diana's communication style was open, professional, and timely - she was always checking in to make sure our day was going as we had imagined. The quality of her work is truly exceptional, with a clean, timeless, and emotional style that captured all the special moments beautifully. Diana knows the importance behind wedding photos - they aren't just a social media dump, but rather the memories we'll cherish for years to come. She reminded us to take in the little things, and that thoughtfulness really shines through in the final product. We couldn't recommend Diana Marie Photography enough for any couple looking for a talented, dedicated photographer to document their big day.”

Bridget, 5 months ago

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Svyat Bogdanov

5.0

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Starts at $3,500
Serves Fort Thompson, SD for additional fees

Named one of Zola’s Best Wedding Photographers of 2024 and a proud Zola Brand Ambassador, Svyat Bogdanov is recognized as a trusted expert in the wedding industry. Based in Chicago and originally from Crimea, he has photographed over 600 weddings across the U.S. and abroad. His style blends candid emotion with timeless elegance, creating personalized galleries filled with heartfelt moments and genuine connection.

“Bogdanov Photography was an excellent choice for our wedding photographer. He communicated very well with my large family, ensuring that everyone was in the right place at the right time for photos. He takes such clean, beautifully edited photos that we will treasure forever. Bogdanov took the time to walk us through different photo positions and locations around our venue, helping us get creative shots that captured the essence of our special day. We are thrilled with the final results and would highly recommend Bogdanov Photography to any couple looking for an experienced, professional photographer who goes above and beyond.”

Cora G., 3 months ago

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Luna + Lion Photo Co

5.0

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Serves Fort Thompson, SD for additional fees

CAPTURING THE IN BETWEEN THINGS, THE STOLEN GLANCES, THE MISSED MOMENTS Our goal isn’t just to witness and document every incredible moment of your wedding day... It's to help you two be present, with each other and with your family and friends To let you be an active participant in your day and truly experience it And leave you with artifacts that don't just tell the story of your day, but instead - transport you right back to it.

“You can’t go wrong booking with Kayti. She is so good at what she does, you will not be let down. If you’re needing engagement photos, wedding photos, graduation photos, whatever it is, she’s your girl. I say all this but her works speaks for itself!”

Jennifer L., 10 months ago

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Lucia Giuseppina Photography

5.0

Editorial style
Starts at $5,500
Serves Fort Thompson, SD for additional fees

My style is rooted in an editorial approach, allowing me to narrate your unique love story through timeless images that highlight genuine emotions. As your photographer, I bring a heartfelt and genuine perspective, ensuring that your wedding day is portrayed in a way that truly reflects you and preserves the memories you'll cherish forever.

“We are so happy we chose Lucia to capture our elopement. Lucia is professional, fast to respond to emails and texts, helpful with decisions, accommodating to any requests, concerns, and excited to give advice. Duncan and I really wanted our photographer to capture our true emotion and to get candids of us, and Lucia DID THAT! The day felt blissful and a key point for us was that we got to enjoy the day without it feeling solely like a photoshoot which I think speaks to Lucias talent and confidence in her craft. She was good at giving guiding advice for posing without us feeling posed. I put together a Pinterest board and shot list which she really did a great job pulling inspiration from. The photos are stunning and the exact style we envisioned. Also, our sneak peak was huge and she got them to us very fast. If you are torn between photographers or are just starting your research, you're in very safe hands to stop here. We hope to continue reaching out to Lucia in the future when we start a family.”

Kirin P., 5 months ago

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Lena Turner Photos LLC

5.0

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Starts at $2,000
Serves Fort Thompson, SD for additional fees

Hi, I’m Lena – Your Wedding Photography Bestie! I’m so glad you’re here! Capturing love stories has been my passion for 8 years, and I travel across Missouri to document weddings and engagements filled with joy and romance. Your wedding day is more than just an event – it’s the start of your forever, and I’m here to make sure every moment, big or small, is beautifully captured. As someone happily married myself, I know how special this time is. My goal is to make you feel confident and comfortable, creating photos that are authentically you – timeless, romantic, and full of heart. Let’s connect and make magic together! 💕

“Lena was a pleasure to work with from start to finish. She was always quick to respond with any questions I had, was personable and professional. She was able to capture all the small details we put so much work into, all the funny moments throughout the day and some of the greatest memories I will forever cherish. Her quality of work surpassed my expectation.”

Debra A., 3 months ago

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Katrina Lynn Photography LLC

5.0

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Starts at $2,450
Serves Fort Thompson, SD for additional fees

Hey there! I am Katrina. I am a lifestyle, wedding and elopement photographer. My style is without a doubt moody. I live for those candids. I thrive when you are authentically and unapologetically yourself!

“Freakin Katrina! O M G. Obsessed isn't even a word to describe how in love with just our sneak peeks we are. We don't even have our full gallery yet and we're gasping at how great our photos came out. Before we even got engaged I KNEW I wanted Katrina as our photographer I was even ready to fly her across the country to photograph our secret elopement last year. I wanted moody vibes and she gave us moody vibes. For 2 years I was sending her every instagram reel, tik tok and pintrest post as inspiration and this girl came through! She gave fly on the wall going to be honest I forgot she was even there until it came time for staged portraits. She's so easy going and just absolutely kills it! We cannot thank or recommend her enough. The proof of her work is in the photograph”

Lacey & D., 8 days ago

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Wayward Wanderess Photography

5.0

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Starts at $2,850
Serves Fort Thompson, SD for additional fees

Hi! My name is Jacqueline and I've been in the photography industry for almost a decade. I believe that when I pick up my camera, I am there to tell a story. On your wedding day, I am there to document a new chapter of your love story. I capture all the intimate moments of your day, and then some!

“Jacqueline is amazing! We absolutely loved having her as our wedding photographer. She was so sweet and professional and really helped us make the day special! The photos themselves are incredible. They're ethereal and dreamy with just a touch of moodiness. They are perfect. We adore them!”

Kallista K., 4 months ago

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Lauren Perrin Photo

5.0

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Starts at $3,000
Serves Fort Thompson, SD for additional fees
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Hey there, I’m Lauren! I’m a wedding and boudoir photographer based in Grand Rapids, MI. I believe your photos should feel like you—natural, honest, and full of emotion. No stiff posing here—just real, unscripted moments that tell your story. I’ll help you feel confident and comfortable, whether it's your wedding day, a boudoir session, or a just-because adventure. Outside of photography, I’m usually hiking, doing Jiu-Jitsu, or traveling with my wife. Let’s create something timeless and unforgettable together!

“We all know that hiring vendors for your wedding is stressful, but Lauren was stress free and my BEST choice! She communicated with me throughout the entire planning process and helped me iron out all the details surrounding the big day. As someone who didn’t use a wedding planner, this was huge for me because I had no idea what I was doing. Lauren helped me through this by providing some timeline templates, and answered any questions that came up (even if it didn’t relate directly to photography). Aside from planning, I knew I had made the right choice when we shot our engagement photos. Obviously the final product is why you hire a photographer, but Lauren provided high quality photos AND a great experience! My husband does not like his photo taken and will usually morph into a toddler who throws tantrums when asked to stand in front of a camera for too long - but not with Lauren. We had so much fun shooting with her, she really made it an awesome experience and my husband actually enjoyed himself! For our wedding day we had exactly the same experience, just on a much larger scale. We had a few last minute changes to the plan, and Lauren made sure that for every sacrifice that was made, that there was no detail or photo opportunity missed. She even spent 20 minutes in a broom closet with my mom and I to try to get my bustle buttoned before the dances. Everyone who interacted with Lauren on that day had nothing but great things to say about their experience working with her, and she was absolutely my favorite vendor on my wedding day. Our photos were sent to us before the date they were promised by and they are absolutely PERFECT. We will cherish these photos for the rest of our lives! Lauren is phenomenal at what she does, but more than that she is an amazing person. I truly feel like I’ve gained a friend by working with her and I will never use another photographer to capture my memories. I’m so lucky to have found her, and if you get the opportunity to do so I would 1,000,000% recommend it!”

Tina W., 4 days ago

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Kennedy Marie Photography

5.0

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Starts at $1,400
Serves Fort Thompson, SD for additional fees

I started Kennedy Marie Photography in 2016 with a mission to capture memories that last a lifetime! While I am located in the Belmont area I am always willing to travel to anywhere in the world to capture your story! No 2 weddings are alike, so to fit your wedding needs we can create a custom package that fits your budget and coverage needs.

“Kennedy was wonderful. She not only provided an amazing product and service. But was an absolute delight! Showed up on time and was very hardworking”

Bricia M., 10 months ago

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RayNae Motion Pictures

5.0

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Starts at $2,500
Serves Fort Thompson, SD for additional fees
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Raynae Motion Pictures is a premier wedding videography and photography company based on the East Coast. We specialize in capturing timeless love stories with cinematic storytelling and stunning visuals. Our passion is to create heartfelt, authentic, and beautifully crafted wedding films and photos that couples will cherish forever. With competitive pricing and a commitment to excellence, we ensure that every moment of your special day is preserved with artistry and emotion. Let us turn your wedding memories into a masterpiece.

“Raynae Motion Pictures truly exceeded our expectations for our wedding day! From the moment we booked their services, they were professional, attentive, and genuinely passionate about capturing our special moments. On the wedding day, their team was incredibly organized and made us feel comfortable in front of the camera. They captured every detail beautifully—from the intimate moments to the grand celebrations—without ever feeling intrusive. The photos turned out absolutely stunning. The video was cinematic, heartfelt, and expertly edited, allowing us to relive our day in the most magical way. If you’re looking for a wedding photo and video team that is professional, creative, and dedicated to perfection, I highly recommend Raynae Motion Pictures. They delivered memories we will cherish forever!”

Sarah & N., 22 days ago

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Alejo Photo + Film | Photography

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Starts at $2,000
Serves Fort Thompson, SD for additional fees

Alejo Photo + Film is a husband and wife photo and video duo. We love love and adventure, and we especially love combining the two! We are trilingual (English, Spanish, Japanese) and experienced travelers. We offer digital photo and video, drone footage, 35mm film photos, and super 8mm film videos.

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Korto Photography

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Starts at $2,075
Serves Fort Thompson, SD for additional fees

Hi, all. I've been a professional photographer for well over a decade. I have a background in fashion/art photography and have a love for love. If you hire me I will try my very best to capture YOU in your images.

A.M. Sperle Photography

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Starts at $1,800
Serves Fort Thompson, SD for additional fees

My name is Ashton. It’s lovely to have you here. I’m South Dakota-born but have spent the majority of my adulthood working as a creative based out of Amsterdam, NL, so I feel a bit like the city raised me. (For reference, I consider a three-mile walk for a cup of coffee a hike.) That said, I’m a fool for beautiful things whether they’re found on city streets or among the cornfields. I regularly swoon over color palettes, light and shadows, and intentional design.