The Best Wedding Photographers in Ankeny, IA

The Best Wedding Photographers in Ankeny, IA

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250 Wedding Photographers in Ankeny, IA

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Dan Dalstra Photography 

4.2

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Ankeny, IA

A former newspaper photojournalist turned wedding photographer. I love telling people's stories, eating cake, and dancing at your wedding. All while making incredible photos you will pass down to your grandkids.

Awarded Best of Zola
Dan was our wedding photographer for our Florida destination wedding and we are over the moon from all the photos. He captured our personalities and all the good vibes from the weekend. Our sunset couple pictures are stunning! I highly recommended Dan for wedding photography. I have never known a photographer that made everyone so comfortable. Even the groomsmen who usually hate photos were having fun getting their pictures taken. We got the photos around 6 weeks after the wedding which was incredible. We got so many beautiful photos and I still love going through them. He captured the fun vibe throughout the whole day. We got a wedding album as well as some canvas prints with the photos and love seeing them around the house. You will not regret hiring Dan for any of your photography needs.
Brigid and B., 3 years ago
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Kara Vorwald Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Ankeny, IA

Hello, I am Kara Vorwald. Although I am a wonderer, for now I am based in Des Moines Iowa. I travel throughout the midwest and beyond! (especially anywhere warm during the winter months.) I am a mamma to 3 of the wildest free kids and 4 cats. A wife to an amazing creative husband. If I am not creating something I feel like I would burst over. So I am usually found knitting, baking, quilting, painting or something similar when I am not busy taking photos. I love being a photographer and capturing special moments and memories for others.

We hired Kara for our wedding and we knew it was going to be a good decision. As a professional wedding photographer myself, I have worked with Kara on weddings, so hiring her was easier than picking out cocktail napkins. I had the same experience professionally as I did as a client: she’s super supportive, laid back, takes good care her clients and delivers a phenomenal product. Kara is super easy to work with, and she made my wedding day so easy.
Emma Dodd-Carnine, 10 months ago
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The Talented Photographer - Award Winning Photography. 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,600
  • Serves Ankeny, IA
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Hello! My name is Christian. I'm an artist. Whether camera shy or not, my couples and their friends or family have a great time with me and I make the experience pretty easy and enjoyable since I'm an awesome director. It has taken me a lot of studying, practice and natural talent to get to where I am today. I've documented over 600 weddings leaving many happy clients in many different areas of the world.

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The Talented Photographer was an absolute dream to work with for our wedding. From the very first interaction, Alec's communication style was fun, professional, and incredibly personable. He had a true passion for his craft that shone through in every interaction. The quality of Alec's work was absolutely stunning - we got a wonderful variety of candids, formal shots, and editorial-style pictures that captured all the special moments of our day. Alec has an incredible eye for the right shots, and the final photos are absolutely gorgeous. Despite a complicated location schedule that I was worried about, Alec made the whole day seamless, traveling to over 4 different spots to ensure we got all the groupings and special shots we wanted. Alec truly went above and beyond, and we had such a great time working with him. I'm obsessed with the pictures and would give him an 11/10 rating!
Michelle M., a month ago
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Corah B Photography 

5.0

Ankeny, IA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500

I've been photographing weddings since 2019, and went full time in 2020. Helping people feel confident and beautiful is such a fulfilling part of this job, and being the go to on the day of your wedding is such a thrill- there's nowhere else I'd rather be! (Except maybe on a coffee date with my toddler- but thats beyond the point lol)

Awarded Best of Zola
Both my husband and I HATE planning, so naturally, we had a lot of anxiety around the wedding and how / what to plan. Corah was by far the easiest decision we made! She was SO helpful and understanding of our specific wants. Her photos are absolutely STUNNING and she made our wedding day so stress-free. Cannot recommend Corah enough!
Jackie B., 3 years ago
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Whitney Aarum Photography 

5.0

Ankeny, IA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500

My photography journey began in 2016 in Western New York where I grew up. Over the years, I started capturing weddings and officially embraced the title of “wedding photographer” in 2018. Though I didn’t initially set out to be a photographer, what started as a hobby at 13 has blossomed into one of my greatest passions. I am currently based in Des Moines but I’m always open to traveling wherever you are. My passion extends to both photography and videography, and I would to be your go-to girl for capturing genuine moments that make you feel loved, and like your authentic self.

Awarded Best of Zola
We are SO thankful for Whitney!! Our wedding day was seamless because she was so professional yet extremely personal! She was organized & experienced, yet still super flexible for whatever we wanted! Our photos came back super fast & we absolutely LOVE them!
Regan A., 3 months ago
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Jason Thomas Crocker Photography | Des Moines Wedding Photographer 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Ankeny, IA

Hi, I’m Jason, a Des Moines wedding photographer who travels around the globe photographing weddings. After documenting over 500 weddings, I can honestly say that no two weddings are the same! I strive for epic compositions with my photojournalistic approach to wedding photography to capture the true essence of who you are as a newly married couple. In addition to my skills as a photographer, I’ve also built my client experience to infuse more fun and less stress into your wedding day.

Choosing Jason as our wedding photographer was the single best decision we made regarding our wedding, full stop. If you are thinking about booking him, stop reading this and go!!! Jason and his amazing team were such joyful, calming presences throughout our wedding weekend. Not only were they total pros in handling every shot and every moment, but they were also incredibly fun to have around and they made the day even more fun! They knew exactly when to step in and guide us (help, where do I put my hands?!) and when to let us be in the moment. From the rehearsal through to the wedding, they made everything feel effortless, capturing genuine memories we'll cherish forever. Jason and his team are talented, dedicated, and such a joy to work with. Highly, highly recommend!
Abby K., 2 months ago
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Haverlee Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,200
  • Serves Ankeny, IA

I’m Haverlee, (hay-verlee), solo parent of three wild things. My photography career was birthed from many years of pain. My life derailed and everything felt unstable and uncertain. The more difficult things became, the more I clung to small moments of beauty. When things felt dark, I clung to the light. And I could always find light in people and in nature. Focusing on others instead of my own dark days brought me joy every time without fail. I always knew I was creative but it took me a while to find my niche! As I ventured into photography, everything fell into place. It was as if I already knew the language, I just had to find the words.

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Truly could not say enough great things about Haverlee and her immense talent! From our first inquiry email to delivering our final wedding gallery (early I should add), she was so kind, supportive and on the ball. Outside of capturing amazing moments during our engagement session and wedding day, one of the things we really appreciated was her willingness to help create our day of timeline. As a DIY bride, having someone who has done this countless times help us plan every minute of our day helped so so much and put our minds at ease. And let me tell you, day of, you won’t find someone else more prepared than Haverlee. She was there to help with make-up issues, fly away hairs, dress bustling, and even hand picking leaves and bugs out of the skirt of my dress to make sure our photos were perfect. Your wedding day is a once in a lifetime experience, highly recommend entrusting Haverlee to work her magic to allow you to remember the day perfectly thru her lens.
Lauren D., 2 months ago
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Amelia Renee Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Ankeny, IA

✨WHY✨ I’m a professional photographer is because I believe that your life has PURPOSE. and a story to be captured & remembered. Life is short, and memories fade… but a photo can last for lifetimes. So, let’s hang out and eat pizza on rooftops or dance on a country road in the headlights! I want to help you make & capture memories of your unique & beautiful life, and slow down for a few minutes to enjoy the moments we're living in NOW! When I'm not working, I love a good book, chasing sunsets on beaches, skiing in the mountains, or watching Parks & Rec for the 8th time! Please email me via my website contact form to connect! ☼ ☼ ☼

I had just so much fun working with Amelia for our wedding. She had been my sister’s photographer a few years ago and we’d since become friends. She was so easy and fun to work with and was so flexible and supportive when our wedding day didn’t go quite as expected (yay Covid)
Aaron + V., 3 years ago
The Farmhouse Studios 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Ankeny, IA

We have proudly been serving our couples and families for over 17 years, and every year we fall more in love. My name is Jen, the owner of Farmhouse Studios. At the young age of 17 we begin our photo journey with zero idea it would become what it is today. Having shot over 1000 weddings worldwide, we have been gifted with the most beautiful gift of sharing in the most joyous days of our couples lives. We cherish all of the memories, adventures, and creative moments we have shared!

As all brides, I was hoping to find a photographer who would capture the essence of my wedding day. Not just the posed photos, but the behind-the-scenes glimpses as well. Jenni Machir with The Farmhouse Studios exceeded all my hopes by far! She not only made the wedding party and guests feel comfortable, but I hardly noticed she was there once the party got started. She somehow managed to focus on the details without being distracting or imposing. Jenni will ask you to trust her, and it is well worth it. She has a natural eye, and the experience to back it up. When it came to getting the shot, Jenni was not afraid to roll around in the grass, walk through weeds, and move branches out of the way to make it happen. She was relentless for 8 hours and showed patience and grace the entire time. The turnaround time was shockingly fast, and I am not kidding when I say that every single picture is stunning. I can't stop looking at them and am SO happy I will be able to relive the memories through the photos. If you're wondering where to find a photographer who will make your wedding vision come to life, I urge you to contact her!
Mr & M., 10 months ago
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MEG Photography & Design 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Ankeny, IA

Hello friends! I am a photographer and graphic designer based out of Des Moines, Iowa. I have been shooting since I was 16 years old. After high school, I decided to continue to grow my passion at Grand View University where I received a BA in Photography and Graphic Design in 2018. In March 2020, I decided to expand my business to focus more on weddings, families, and seniors. I love connecting with my clients and photographing them in their most natural state. During the day when a camera is not in my hand, you will be able to find me hanging out at home with my lovely husband, Matt, and hyperactive Dalmatian pups, Winnie and Finn. ​

Awarded Best of Zola
Meghan did a tremendous job photographing our big day! So much that we have used her since then for a mini-session! From the moment we reached out to Meghan she was incredibly organized and detail oriented - it took away a lot of stress on our part! Family moments, first looks, dancing shots, and of course all the fun ideas we had - she got every moment perfectly. Receiving our photos was so exciting and we love being able to look back on our big day. Believe me, we look at them A LOT! I cannot recommend MEG Photography & Design enough! She will capture your big day, special family moments, Christmas card..anything!
Andrew and K., 3 years ago
Laura Nichole 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,999
  • Serves Ankeny, IA

I’m Laura Nichole! Welcome to my little nook of the web. From local Iowa venues to crossing state lines and flying over country boarders, I have had the blessing of capturing timeless moments of the most amazing humans you could ever meet! Can I be your biggest fan?? I want to capture your favorite memories, the highs, the lows, and everything in between, so that when you look at your images you can remember exactly how you felt in those moments. I want you to see just how captivating and special you truly are.

Laura is an extremely talented and skilled photographer. You can tell that she has a passion for her craft and really enjoys being behind the camera. I am a wedding DJ and have not only gotten to work alongside Laura for a few weddings but I was her DJ for her wedding. So I have firsthand experience of her genuine personality, her infectious smile and her caring spirit. As a photographer she goes above and beyond to ensure the couples day goes smoothly. She does a great job with coordinating the logistics of the timeline while capturing all of those special shots and moments. I wholeheartedly without a doubt recommend Laura for engagement and wedding photo's.
DJ DAS Entertainment, a year ago
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demilynnphotography, LLC 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Ankeny, IA

I love LOVE! I absolutely love capturing the authentic and loving moments between two individuals. I like to showcase you in a way that is unique and fun! I specialize in couples, weddings, maternity, boudoir and seniors. My editing style is considered dark and moody but I like to be able to capture candid and authentic moments between two individuals.

Demi is amazing! She does it all and is down to try new ideas sent her way! Even went above and beyond and reached out to places for photographs in locations we wanted! She is so fun and easy to work with! Made last minute changes for us on our big day with ease and got every picture we asked for! Absolutely love working with her! She also did our engagement and family photos and ALL came out amazing! Received many compliments on her work from guests. She truly is amazing!
Shealynn Tompkins, a year ago
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The Love Life Crew 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Ankeny, IA

At the LoveLife Crew, we believe in capturing love, joy, and the unique essence of your special day. Our crew of talented and fun individuals thrives on being the best part of your wedding, ensuring that every moment is infused with good vibes and genuine smiles! We are dedicated to creating stunning, timeless images that you'll cherish forever. Let us help make your day amazing with our passion, creativity, and personalized touch!

Maggie and the Love Life Crew are the best! They are all so talented and easy to work with. They are incredibly professional, flexible and organized. As a wedding professional myself I get to work with a lot of photographers (exceptional and average) and I can confidently say that the Love Life Crew is top notch all across the board. I can't wait to work with them again in the future and would highly recommend to any couples in search of a photographer!
DJ D., a month ago
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Alyssa Leicht 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $5,700
  • Serves Ankeny, IA

I’m Alyssa. You can call me Lys. (It rhymes with Kiss) ☺ I'm a photographer based in Des Moines, Iowa. I travel often. Couples, elopements, and small weddings are my speciality. My style leans documentary, timeless, and sincere, with some avant-garde editorial vibes, artsy influences, and good old fashioned weirdness mixed in. I love color, flash, film, and all things non-traditional. I got my start in music photography, which greatly informs my shooting style, and have been documenting Iowa's music scene and touring with bands for over 10 years!

I'm a micro-wedding venue owner and I recently hosted a gorgeous LGBTQ+ styled shoot. From beginning to end Alyssa was a pleasure to work with. She initiated correspondence - including overall vision, clear expectation, and a comprehensive schedule for all vendors. Her ability to pull a vision together and pay attention to detail are equally strong. She had the ability to manage a project while simultaneously making all vendors and models feel comfortable. She excels at bringing out the most of her models & left the venue in great condition. I will not hesitate to work with Alyssa again - She's an absolute pleasure!
VOWS DSM, 3 years ago

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About wedding photographers in Ankeny, IA

How much does a wedding photographer typically cost in Ankeny, IA?

A Ankeny, IA wedding photographer ranges from $750 to $4,800 and averages at $2,500. 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?

92% of photographers in Ankeny, IA 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 Ankeny, IA?

Some of the most popular photographers in this area include Captured Group Photo + Video, Imagesxpert Media and Ashley Cynthia 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!

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