The Best Classic Wedding Photographers in Golden Valley, MN

The Best Classic Wedding Photographers in Golden Valley, MN

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137 Wedding Photographers in Golden Valley, MN

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Opus X Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Golden Valley, MN

I started this business in 2015 to provide people with the highest quality photos with the best amount of value money can buy. I work hard, believe in capturing timeless photos that pop and strive to make sure that your photos capture the beauty of your day!

Awarded Best of Zola
Chris did an outstanding job of capturing all of the wonderful moments from our special day - and was a true pleasure to work with! He was very responsive, professional, provided fast turnaround on our excellent quality photos (2000!) and provided great value including a complimentary engagement shoot so he could learn what we liked. I would highly recommend!
Shari H., 8 months ago
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Jessica Knighton Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $7,900
  • Serves Golden Valley, MN

After celebrating my own 16th wedding anniversary, my partner and I have truly been able to reflect on what is important on a wedding day, and I'm here to bring the wisdom to you! I believe that digital photography and images are a HUGE gift and can provide us with so many more memories than we were previously able to retain. And, just like reading a physical book vs. an e-book, prints hit different. You're not photographing your own wedding — you're trusting a professional to lead you through the best experience you can have and to give you the best art you can get.

Awarded Best of Zola
​Working with Jessica Knighton Photography was hands down one of the best decisions we made when planning our wedding. From the first time we reached out, she was the most helpful a human could be—from walking through a possible timeline before we even committed to hiring her to sending her wedding guide with tips and tricks and suggestions for other vendors and going along with our not-so-conventional pool party engagement shoot, she made two awkward introverts feel so comfortable both with and without her camera pointed at them. Of all the variety of vendors I spoke with, Jess exceeded every expectation in a way nobody else was able to. She was so kind checking in with us throughout the entire planning process, delivered both our galleries so quickly, and most of all DELIVERED with the best photos to help us remember our day. We simply adored every single one of the photos... like, in a wanna lay on the floor and scream about it, sing her praises from every mountain top even though I'm not a hiker, accidentally send her a thousand and one heart-eyed emojis, bend the knee because forget Sansa Stark she is MY queen of the north type of way. They all feel so very "us" in a way that would be almost frightening if it wasn't so impressive. In a year, or five, or ten or fifty, I can't wait to look back and remember all the little details, how much love we felt, and how much fun it all was. It'll be easy to do because it's written in every picture a thousand times over. I would recommend working with Jess in every universe. She's truly the best in the biz. ​Especially if you have a two year old niece as your flower girl who isn't so sure about the whole "photos" thing, because she'll probably be very sure of Jess and even smile a time or two. If you don't believe me, ask literally anybody in my family (we still talk about how great she is a frankly concerning amount).
Taylor O., 8 months ago
Lollipop Media 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Serves Golden Valley, MN

We're Natalie & Ricky - a husband and wife power team offering photo and video since 2013. We are a fine art, film inspired luxury wedding photographer and videographer located in Minneapolis, MN but available for travel across the country. We are Jesus followers, parents to 4 kids, and are crazy about watching The Amazing Race.

Awarded Best of Zola
It was a pleasure have our family and kid photos taken by Lollipop Media MN. She picked a wonderful location, was flexible and accommodating with all the poses and wardrobe changes I was wanting, and had great rapport with my girls. The photos were edited and sent to me in a timely manner and they turned out amazing. She truly created lasting memories for our family. Her versatility is great for any photography needs.
Erica, 3 years ago
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Rigg & Co. Video + Photo 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Golden Valley, MN

With over a decade of experience, I believe your wedding day should reflect who you are and the journey you share. Whether an intimate mountain elopement, a seaside ceremony, or a grand celebration, my focus is to capture your love story – the genuine, heartfelt moments that make your day unforgettable. I work closely with you to ensure each image feels natural and meaningful, letting you relive the day’s emotions. Based in Minnesota and ready to travel, I blend seamlessly into your day, preserving every detail with care. Let’s create a timeless collection that truly reflects your love and the legacy you’re building.

Awarded Best of Zola
Oh my lanta. Where do I begin? If we had to get married again, my first task would be to see if Rigg & Co was available and if not, I’d change my wedding date. I couldn’t imagine not having her there! First, Kate listens to what you want. My husband and I really wanted a lot of candid photos of us and our guests. We had an intimate wedding with our closest friends and family so it was important to us that she captured them in the moment! Mission accomplished and more. Second, Kate is so talented and also just a fun human to be around. There’s no awkwardness or that “is this a good pose? Am I doing what I’m supposed to?” feeling because she makes you feel so comfortable! It was like she was just a part of the family and fit right in. She really was there at every moment - the rehearsal, up very early the next morning to go to the farmers market where I picked out my flowers, the ceremony, the dance, everything! Looking back, I’m extra thankful for her and the long day she put in because every moment was captured beautifully and exceeded my expectations. It even rained during our ceremony and the way she captured us during it was magical! I also can’t leave a review without mentioning the video she made! I was blown away by this. The video is so well done and thoughtful and really special to us as we got married during COVID and we had people who could not attend. This video allows them to see all of the intimate details of our wedding without actually being there. We even hired her years later to do family photos with our doggo! She’s the best. I feel like I’m rambling but it’s really because I cannot say enough positive things about Kate - hire her!
Julie, 10 months ago
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Rachel Lahlum Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,100
  • Serves Golden Valley, MN

Hello, I’m Rachel! I am a wedding, portraits, and events photographer based in Minneapolis. I’ve been a professional photographer since 2012, and have experience photographing over 300 weddings – not one has ever felt like work. I think I have the best job in the world. My approach is to capture the story of your wedding day, from start to finish. Because no two couples (or weddings) are exactly alike, I customize my approach specific to you. From the moment we connect, it’s my goal to help you feel at-ease. I'll help you plan your day, work with you to find the best locations for photos, guide you through poses, and we'll make it fun!

Rachel did an amazing job for both our engagement and wedding photos. I knew she was the right fit during our first meeting in which I could see her organization, professionalism, and expertise. I felt completely as ease throughout our wedding day knowing we would get all the pictures we asked for, and more. She was so kind and helpful (and did a great job wrangling a large family/wedding party). Our pictures are beautiful and I can’t recommend her enough!
Cally W., 23 days ago
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Amy K Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,200
  • Serves Golden Valley, MN

Your love story is a unique, once in a lifetime adventure - you deserve wedding photos that look and feel like you! As a MN and Door County-based wedding photographer, I strive to create a joy-filled experience of fun, laughter, and sweet moments that highlight the beauty of your relationship and the love you share.

Awarded Best of Zola
I'm a wedding planner who worked with with Amy a few weeks ago at a wedding and she was so amazing to work with!! Leading up to the wedding day she was super responsive on emails and informing us of any changes to the timeline or the weather plan. The day of the wedding, she kept the energy up & alive even though it was raining- and was just overall so great to work with. Highly recommend if you're looking for a photographer!! -Hanna, Hanna Marie Events
Hanna, a year ago
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Irina Partyka Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves Golden Valley, MN

Welcome to a world of modern romance and timeless elegance, where tales of both the young and old are beautifully captured. A picture is worth a thousand words - I'm inspired by the charm of old films reimagined in the present, I weave the old into the new with the timeless elegance and meaning.

Irina with Irina Partyka Photography is an absolute gem, both as a photographer and as a person. She exceeded every expectation we had for our wedding photos, capturing moments and emotions that we’ll cherish forever. Her vision and attention to detail were beyond what we hoped for, and it's clear she is passionate about her work. Not only did she take our engagement photos, but we’ve also gained a lifelong photographer—and a true friend. She’s incredibly detail-oriented, guiding us with how to pose, angle our heads, and position our arms, making sure we always looked our best. Our entire bridal party loved working with her and appreciated her direction. If you're looking for a photographer with a modern, romantic, classy and elegant style, Irina is your go-to! We couldn’t recommend her more highly.
Katie T., a year ago
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Adam Kennedy Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Golden Valley, MN

We're Adam and MaryBeth Kennedy and together we make up the crew behind AKP. With over 15 years of experience photographing weddings, newborns, family portraits and everything in between, we’ve truly seen it all. Whether you're saying "I do" in a backyard, a lake country resort, or somewhere totally unexpected—we're here for all of it. We love what we do, and we’d love to do it for you.

Adam and MB are the absolute best. They photographed our fall wedding 2024 at the St Paul College Club, as well as an engagement photo session the summer in Minneapolis. They are transparent about pricing, and very generous with their time and attention to detail. All of our photographs are amazing. I’m not one for family photo sessions, etc. But Adam and MB are so fantastic that I plan to work with them in the future - just to keep them in our lives. We would give them 6 (or a hundred) stars if we could.
David H., 14 days ago
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Perennial Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,900
  • Serves Golden Valley, MN

You are investing in the memories the photos of your wedding day will capture: how you feel when you marry the love of your life and the moments leading up to "I do." You not only get professionally edited photos that capture the love and connection between you and your partner, but you will also gain our professional guidance throughout the entire journey. We really want to get to know you both and build an authentic relationship; we will be here for in every season of life. On top of this, you will get our one-of-a-kind Perennial Photo Experience!

We had the Perennial Dou to the farm twice now for photos. We love building a relationship with great vendors. Makes the couples wedding day so much better when all the vendors and the venue work hand in hand behind the scenes. Super easy to work with A Sherry
South Glen Farm Venue, 3 years ago
Celisia Stanton Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Serves Golden Valley, MN

As you stand beside your soulmate on your big day, you will make your most awesome promise yet. A promise to forever with your best friend. I believe that the promise you make on your wedding day deserves to be memorialized in a way that does justice to you story. The images we’ll create will become your first family heirloom. I don't take that responsibility lightly! I’ll be there to capture everything: from the belly laughs in your getting ready room, to the tears in your honey’s eyes when they see you, to your friend’s and family’s hilarious dance moves. I promise to capture it all! Ready to get this party started?! Shoot me a message!

We had an amazing experience working with Celisia! We have received endless compliments on our gorgeous photo gallery, and Celisia was extremely helpful with putting together a day-of timeline to guide our planning process. Photography was the most important piece for us after picking our venue, and Celisia worked with us to find a package within our budget. My husband and I both have large families, and Celisia very kindly and efficiently was able to give clear guidance for all pictures we requested. She fully captured the story and joy of each part of our day. I would recommend working with Celisia to anyone looking for a wedding photographer-she is phenomenal!
Alyssa, 8 months ago
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Studio Veil - Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,195
  • Serves Golden Valley, MN

We’re here to help. We’ve talked brides down from ledges, helped caterers break down tables, and pinned boutonnieres onto tuxedos. We’ll laugh, bring the fun, and always keep our heads even when something goes wrong. At Studio Veil, we think of ourselves as ducks on water. We may be crazy kicking underneath to keep things rolling smoothly, but above the water, we’ll always stay calm and collected

Awarded Best of Zola
From our first interaction with Studio Veil - Photography, we were impressed by their engaging, consistent, and upbeat communication style. The quality of their work was truly beautiful, organized, and thorough. They stayed remarkably organized in capturing all the posed and group shots, and were incredibly creative in helping to preserve the best moments of our special day. We couldn't be happier with the final photos, which perfectly encapsulate the joy and love of our wedding. We highly recommend Studio Veil - Photography to any couple looking for a talented and professional photography team.
Stephanie, a year ago
Bella Sollé Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Serves Golden Valley, MN

My heart is for people. Your life, story, and your love matters to me. To us. I've spent much of my life traveling the world which has made me the person I am today. My husband and I have 4 children (7 if you count our pets) and our home is filled with love and lots of laughter. We LOVE cooking together, arts and crafts, traveling together and lots of dance parties. Living life to the fullest and capturing the real moments along the way drives me and fills me.

Danie and Laurie are amazing to work with! They make it so fun and easy! They answer all your questions honestly and try to figure out the best plan to make sure your day is captured the way you want it to be! They make you feel comfortable and confident in your own skin! We will be using them for all of our family pictures in the future!
Brooke and M., 5 years ago
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Sydney Sand Photography & Videography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Golden Valley, MN

Hey there, I'm Sydney! I'm a wedding videographer and photographer based in the Midwest and passionate about capturing life's most precious moments. Whether it's a wedding day, a cozy family session, or senior portraits, I love documenting real emotions and genuine connections. I aim to make you feel comfortable and confident in front of the camera so that your photos and videos genuinely reflect who you are. When I'm not behind the lens, I'm probably adventuring with my Border Collies, Surly & Murphy!

Sydney Sand Photography was an absolute joy to work with on our wedding day. From the beginning, their communication style was incredibly helpful, fun, friendly and made us feel completely comfortable. Their professionalism and the beautiful, storytelling quality of their work exceeded our expectations. They captured the most special moments that will allow us to relive our wedding day for a lifetime. We are over the moon with the stunning photos Sydney Sand Photography delivered that perfectly encapsulate the love and joy of our celebration!
Alyssa, 5 months ago
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Gretchen Yell Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,300
  • Serves Golden Valley, MN

I’m a wedding photographer located in Minneapolis serving modern and chic couples across the state, Iowa, Wisconsin, and Illinois. I am inspired by art, architecture, and European design giving her wedding collections a timeless look in the Midwest.

Gretchen was our photographer for both our engagement shoot and wedding celebration. She is so kind, made you feel so comfortable and at ease during every shoot! She makes you feel so special and absolutely not judged at all. Communication throughout the whole process was transparent and very professional as well! As someone who needs reassurance throughout the way, Gretchen made me feel at ease. I've never worked with a kinder person and the photo delivery was better than we expected. We are so glad she was the one to capture our forever pictures. She's the kindest human to trust during your most special moment!
Arianna P., a year ago
Memories In Time Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Golden Valley, MN

Photography is about capturing your life's moments. Let Memories in Time take your breath away... "Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take but by the moments that take our breath away." Our studio is about capturing those special memories that you want to hold for a lifetime. Weddings, pregnancy, childhood, graduation and every moment in between. Memories in Time Photography is about holding those special times in pictures. Hi, I'm Cara Winter, the owner of Memories in Time Photography. We have now added Bridal Boudoir, a VERY special gift for your future spouse.

Cara, has been our family photographer since 2017. She’s always very professional, respectful, works fast on request and her quality is absolutely amazing! I would recommend 100%, if you’re looking to create that perfect memory!
Michael and R., 5 years ago
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Rachel Graff Photography Llc 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Serves Golden Valley, MN

Hi I'm Rachel! I'm a wedding photographer in Minneapolis, MN. I love providing natural, timeless, and affordable photography to those who know the importance of celebrating life's pivotal days, as well as the small moments in between. I want to capture the joyful moments to turn them into tangible memories. I have been photographing weddings since 2015, and I just can't get enough! Photography has led me to meeting new friends, visiting amazing places, and experiencing emotional moments I will never forget.

Rachel Graff Photography was absolutely incredible to work with for our wedding. From the very beginning, Rachel was highly communicative, organized, and efficient in all of our interactions. She was so positive and upbeat, which instantly put us at ease. Rachel's hard work, extreme organization, and proactive approach were evident throughout the entire process - from the initial planning stages to the wedding day itself. She truly made our wedding day run so smoothly, and we are thrilled with the beautiful photos that captured all the special moments. Rachel's planning, effective communication, and proactive attitude made us feel so relaxed and able to fully enjoy our wedding day. We cannot recommend Rachel Graff Photography highly enough!
Katie F., 9 months ago
Amber Holte Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,900
  • Serves Golden Valley, MN

Hi! I'm Amber, and I want to take photos of you. I’m so excited you’re here. When I think of photography, I just feel giddy. There’s something unexplainably rewarding about freezing a precious moment in time. Getting to photograph people in love with life and each other is something I will never tire of, and I consider it a huge honor when someone trusts me to capture something special for them.

Amber Holte Photography was a pleasure to work with from start to finish. Amber and her associate shooter Sarah were both punctual, thorough, and easy to understand throughout the entire process. They made sure we were organized and ready to go for our wedding day, explaining what tasks needed to be completed and when. The quality of their work was beautiful, thoughtful, and clean - they captured both candid and requested photos that perfectly documented our special day. Sarah in particular kept us on track and ensured we got all the shots we wanted. We are thrilled with the final photos and would highly recommend Amber Holte Photography to any couple planning their wedding.
Kate and B., 3 months ago
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Charnell Timms Photography 
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Golden Valley, MN

Charnell Timms is a Professional Wedding & Portrait Photographer based in Minneapolis - St. Paul MN Metro area who specializes in LGBTQ+ weddings, and portrait photography. Charnell is known for her creative images as a destination wedding photographer and has shot weddings around the globe including France, Germany, South Africa, England, Mexico, Ireland and all over the USA.

Mark Fierst Photography 
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,900
  • Serves Golden Valley, MN

Photography literally means “writing with light.” So above all, my job is to tell a story. Your story. And your story is best told when you are being you. Therefore, photography needs to be about capturing what’s there; the things that are easily seen, and things that may not initially be seen. I want to capture the natural, candid moments; life as it happens. Friends, family, loved ones- in laughter, and in tears. I prefer to capture things naturally, but I feel more than comfortable creating moments when necessary. I always strive to give my clients a strong variety of pictures they can choose from.

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Legacies By Laura Photography 
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Golden Valley, MN

I picked up a camera in my teens and fell in love! I have done weddings and portraiture for over 15 years and I cry at every wedding. I love to capture the emotions of the day and freeze those memories in time for you to look back on and remember for years to come!

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Life And Art Photography 
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,900
  • Serves Golden Valley, MN

I want to capture the real, authentic beauty you both share. The kind of beauty that comes from inside jokes only you two understand, or the romantic gestures you make when you forget the camera is there. Together, we’ll eternalize your favorite chapter of your grand love story: trading “I Do”s and becoming (travel) partners for life. If going out into the world without a map or a plan and coming back with a gallery of unique images that represent you sounds like a dream come true, you just met your match.

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Eden & Me Photography 
  • Classic style
  • Serves Golden Valley, MN

Eden & Me was built to showcase the beauty of life! At this point, we have been honored to be a part of so many wonderful couples' wedding days and each one is so unique and special to us! Marriage is one of the greatest treasures of life and it deserves to be celebrated and captured in a way that lets you both remember your BEAUTIFUL beginning! Eden & Me will help you get to that day confident in yourself and with a knowledge that your special day will be documented with style, care, and focus!

Heidi Straus Photography 
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,200
  • Serves Golden Valley, MN

A Minnesota Wedding photographer and Destination Photographer based in MN! I am SO happy you're here! I love capturing warm, candid and timeless memories for my couples. If you're ready to have some fun, laugh out loud and capture beautiful moments that will last long after the memory fades - LET'S CONNECT! I am originally from South Africa and have lived there for 21 years of my life until I moved to Minneapolis, where I met my amazing husband! We travel to South Africa every year to do weddings, take people on safaris and visit my family. I love hiking, outdoor patios and I'm definitely a beach kinda gal!

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