Wedding Photographers in Bay City, MI

Wedding Photographers in Bay City, MI

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413 Wedding Photographers in Bay City, MI

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Cheleanamarie Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Bay City, MI

Hi friends! I'm Chel, a 29 year old mama + wife to the sweetest boys. Loved ones would describe me as warm, bubbly, quirky, and down to earth. I started my photography journey at the end of 2014, and am entirely self-taught. I was born and raised in Traverse City, but moved down to Clio, Michigan 2 years ago! However, I continue to serve all of Michigan, as well as locations around the US and worldwide. I am a coffee obsessive (think Lorelai from Gilmore Girls) with a joy for nature + traveling. I love reading, all genres of music (sucker for Luke Combs, Elvis, Benson Boone), true crime, cringe reality TV + psychological thrillers!

Cheleana is not only a talented and hardworking photographer, she is an amazing person. She makes you feel so confident throughout the whole process, and goes above and beyond to make her clients happy. Of all the booking choices I made for my wedding, this was the best one! We adore her and her work.
Emma G., a year ago
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Taylor M Zinn Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,900
  • Serves Bay City, MI

Hello, hello! My name is Taylor Zinn! I am based out of Harrison, MI. A small town right in the middle of the mitten. ​ Besides photography my favorite roles are being married to my best friend of 11 years and raising our two kiddos, 2 y/o & 9 y/o. I live for warm ocean views and pretending I have free time to read books. I'll have a full collection ready for the day I finally retire! Coffee is the real m.v.p and The Office reruns will always be on in the background (after Bluey has ended of course!).

If you’re looking for a photographer, please consider using Taylor. My husband and I were so lucky to find her for our engagement photos and wedding. Our photos turned out amazing! We will definitely be using her for all our special moments we want photographed!
Brie G., 12 days ago
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Two Birds One Stone Co 

5.0

Bay City, MI
  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,000

Brought to you by a husband and wife duo, Rachel and David have joined forces to provide a wonderful, stress-free wedding experience! Most notably, inspired by the phrase "kill two birds with one stone," we have merged our talents, passion, and expertise to deliver the most memorable experience. We hope to capture the best day of your life and tell the story you and your partner will relive for years!

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Rachel’s photography skills are unmatched! I’ve done solo shots, best friend shoots and a couples shoot with her now and I’ll always want her to do my photos! I’ve never had so much fun in front of the camera. She gives beautiful direction and ensures you feel comfortable to be your most authentic self. Looking at our photos you can feel the emotion the way she can capture movement and love makes my heart burst. The tones and editing she does is truly a work of art! Words cannot express how much I recommend Two Birds One Stone !
Jenna, 9 months ago
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Natural By K.Britton 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,400
  • Serves Bay City, MI

I see the world as photographs. I am always looking around and seeing beauty in everything. I picked up my first camera at a very young age, but officially started my photography career in 2013, going full time 2019. I want to be your life long friend & photographer who will be there to capture all of the precious moments of your life even beyond your wedding day. I was honored to be voted the #1 photographer in the Tri-Cities area 2023 by "Community Votes Saginaw, and I was also chosen as 1 of 10 amazing photographers to become a part of the Nikon Creators fam.

Kali is extremely easy to work with! She was great with answering questions leading up to our wedding and during. She helped keep everyone on track on the wedding day and stuck to our timeline. Picture and video quality was perfect and I couldn’t have asked for a better photographer!
Caitlin G., 6 months ago
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Mythical Exposures Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Bay City, MI

Welcome to Mythical Exposures Photography, where we bring your magical and mythical moments to life through our camera lens! My name is Micheline Batom and I am dedicated to creating stunning photos that capture the essence of each and every moment. From fairy tale weddings to family portraits, I am committed to making sure your photos tell the story of your unique experiences.

Micheline does amazing work for an even better price. You can’t go wrong with her. She has done our engagement shoot and I will be getting a boudoir shoot and our wedding next year. She is very likable, easy to work with, professional and has a great eye. I can’t recommend Mythical Exposures enough!
Kristy A., 2 months ago
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Mary Shelton Media 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Serves Bay City, MI

Featured on Today show and Wedding Day Magazine. I believe everyone deserves to have life's biggest moments captured on camera. But photos turn into heirlooms when the moments are documented in a way that feels absolutely authentically you. No forced emotions, no fake smiles, and certainly no awkward prom-pic poses. Whether you’re dressed to the nines on the day of your wedding or, the dirty white dress that spent more time on the dance floor than the altar let’s capture the authentic you and have a damn good time doing it.

Mary was absolutely marvelous, start to finish. After I reached out she got back to me in less than 24 hours, and was so easy to communicate with in the months leading up to our wedding. We had a mixed wedding with traditional elements and a modern day twist. Mary went out of her way to learn about our culture so that she'd be able to capture all of the special moments. The day of the wedding she was our biggest cheerleader, made us feel so comfortable, and herded people in the right direction. Mary is so passionate about what she does, and her love for story telling bleeds over into everything she does. We're looking forward to receiving our pictures back soon, but from the sneak peak we got, her work is just magical. Highly recommend reaching out to Mary for your special day!
Dania and N., 3 years ago
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Collier Studios Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $2,645
  • Serves Bay City, MI

Although I can offer plenty of guidance in posing and setup, I have never lost sight of the importance of the candid and spontaneous moments. I strive to create balance between the two with every wedding I shoot.

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My wedding photos were one of the most important things to me on my wedding day, as it is most brides, because they capture the memories made that’ll last a lifetime. Working with Ryan eliminated absolutely any stress I had of getting the perfect photos. Starting with the planning process he helped guide our “day of wedding” schedule and added input to ensure we got every photo we wanted. During our wedding day he made everyone feel VERY MUCH at ease. Our bridal party was laughing, joking, smiling, having an amazing time and nobody felt they were put into awkward poses and that was evident when we received our photos back. The natural feel of every photo is priceless! Ryan went above and beyond and I could not be happier with choosing him to photograph our wedding! 20/10 recommend.
Megan H., 3 years ago
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Lynzee Harrison Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Bay City, MI

I believe love and light are two of the closest things we have to real magic. We're so fortunate that photography utilizes both. Art, storytelling, and connection have stood the test of time throughout human history. We were designed to create, entertain, and love. I approach each wedding day like it's the most important love story that will ever be told. Because to you, it is. I approach most of the day with a photojournalistic approach. Then during portraits I'm skilled at both posing you beautifully enough to be an editorial piece and prompting you in ways to bring out cinematic romance.

Lynzee is the absolute BEST of the best! We are a lesbian couple who did an elopement instead of a traditional wedding, and Lynzee absolutely NAILED it! She delivered engagement and elopement photos that absolutely shattered our expectations in the very best ways. She is supportive and has a wonderful artistic vision and is not afraid to incorporate whatever your vision was. She knew how to make both of us feel so beautiful while capturing our love and showing us what everyone else gets to see. The photos were gorgeous, but also still us. She managed to capture gorgeous, authentic moments, time and time again. She was professional, organized, SO fast at getting photos back to us, and gave us so many perfect shots that we can't stop looking at. She was the perfect elopement photographer; I cannot recommend her enough. Our wedding day was just the two of us with Lynzee, and she was the perfect companion for the day and was able to provide guidance whenever we wanted or needed it, but she also let us take the lead. Also, when posting our engagement photos, someone made a homophobic comment, and she immediately defended us to the commenter, deleted the comment, and posted a reminder of her support of the LGBTQ+ community. Lynzee is an absolute gem, and we will never take our photography business anywhere else again!
Katie & B., 3 years ago
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Juan Photographer 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $1,600
  • Serves Bay City, MI
  • Offer

Hello, I am Juan Amezquita, a professional photographer with over 9 years of experience in the field of wedding photography. My Instagram is juandaphotos_ I take great pride and joy in capturing the intimate and magical moments that make each wedding unique. My passion lies not just in creating beautiful images, but in the opportunity to be a part of a couple's special journey into marriage. I believe that every picture holds a story, and I am here to help tell yours.

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I am so glad that we found you and that you were our photographer for the wedding! You did such an amazing job with the photos. All of your photos really do speak 1000 words and they each tell a beautiful story! I can’t thank you enough for how kind and fun you were and how patient you were with me and my crazy groomsmen! I hope you had as much fun as we did! If there any couples scrolling through his photos trying to decide if this is the photographer for you, the answer is 10000x YES!
Faith & R., 4 days ago
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Latek Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves Bay City, MI

Hi! I’m Connie! First of all congrats!🍾 ✨Thank you for visiting my profile and considering me as your photographer! I am so excited for your big day! Here are some things you might wanna know! I’m not typical photog- I don’t just arrive on your day, leave after few hours, and deliver few months later! I’m there for all the moments leading to the big day! You can hit me up any time- we can brainstorm all the ideas, timelines, all the tiniest details! I am a fan of Pinterest vision boards, sending each other tons of messages and be open about EVERYTHING! This is your day! Let’s make it all about YOU!

Awarded Best of Zola
All I can say is Connie is hands down so much more than a photographer. She was so patient, kind, and positive when we had our elopement. We got down pour rain and she was quick to have plans to take us to get beautiful pictures. She was so thoughtful with doing things she didn’t have to do, like helping hold my wet dress, and so much more. Connie is extremely calming presence in a stressful and hectic day. We absolutely loved our pictures and all the special moments she captured without us realizing and was truly so special working with her!
Jackie T., 3 months ago
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Once Like a Spark Wedding Co. 

4.8

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,845
  • Serves Bay City, MI

More than a decade ago, two sisters - knew there had to be a better way to allow talented photographers and videographers to focus on what they do best -- create gorgeous art -- while providing couples with better support in the planning process. Together, they created an all-inclusive, stress-free environment where couples can choose from talented local photographers and videographers and work with a small team of planning experts equipped and eager to make everything a success. With the pressure gone, you can truly enjoy your big day. Relax and rest assured that all the emotional and moments will be documented with unmatched quality.

Once Like A Spark was one of my best choices for my wedding. From the planning to the wedding day itself everyone we talked to was kind, informative, patient, and knowledgable. Our pictures came out absolutely stunning and I am so grateful.
Emily B., a year ago
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Arie T. Photography, LLC 

4.9

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,995
  • Serves Bay City, MI

Welcome to Arie T. Photography, a black queer woman-owned and operated traveling portrait and wedding photography service based out of the Georgia and Michigan! I've had the honor of capturing all walks of life across the USA with hopes of taking it worldwide. I'm known for my use of natural light, and "unposed” stress-free approach when it comes to my clients. If you feel like you’re awkward in front of the camera, I’ll take that as a challenge to prove you wrong because I can be awkward too.

Awarded Best of Zola
I couldn’t have asked for a better wedding photographer. Arie was an absolute delight to work with! Her professionalism and friendly demeanor put everyone at ease, making the whole process a joy. The quality of her work is truly outstanding - the photos captured the essence of our special day perfectly. We’re so grateful to have these beautiful memories. If you are in search of a talented, fun, and professional artist to document your big day, Arie is your gal!
Cam & C., a year ago
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Arrae Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,400
  • Serves Bay City, MI

My name is Amanda Montgomery and I am Arrae Photography based out of Grand Rapids, Michigan. The name Arrae (pronounced [uh-rey]) came from my first initial and my middle name, Rae, added an extra r and made a new word. I wanted something unique that was also me, the idea came to mind one day and it just fit. Being a photographer is all I've ever wanted to do with my life. When I was 12 I saved up my babysitting money to buy my first 'big time' camera. I formed Arrae Photography in 2003 as a part-time venture while I worked at local photo labs, went full time in 2008.

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We used Arrae photography for our 2019 wedding at the Downtown Market. Amanda is the most wonderful human, an absolute joy to work with, and able to put anyone at ease (trust me, my husband and 70% of our family hate being photographed, and you would never know looking at our photos). I treasure not only our gorgeous posed pictures but also the amazing candid shots capturing the essence of the people I love and the joy of the day. Arrae offers the perfect balance of years of experience with a fresh perspective and ideas! I can’t recommend Arrae highly enough!!
Lizz C., 3 years ago
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Abigail Saalfrank Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Bay City, MI

You are probably assuming my about me section will have a story about how I always wanted to be a photographer, I came out of the womb holding a camera, but that couldn’t be me. I stumbled into it, literally. I had no plans to become a wedding photographer. I was either going to follow my dad’s path and go to dental school, or become a social worker. But a freshman in college decided to shoot a few photos for fun, and now over eight years and almost 200 weddings later, I could not imagine myself doing anything else. This is my dream job!

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I had the pleasure of working with Abigail as our wedding and family photographer, and I must say she is truly amazing! Abigail is not only family-friendly but also incredibly patient and punctual. Her attention to detail and dedication to capturing the perfect moments made our experience unforgettable. Abigail's professionalism and patience of a saint truly set her apart. I highly recommend Abigail for any photography needs, as she exceeded all our expectations!
Shay K., 6 months ago
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Oury Memories 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves Bay City, MI

I have been a photographer for 8 years. Throughout my time as a photographer I’ve captured clothing, models, and memories. I shifted from corporate shootings to families and weddings because it gave me this warm fuzzy feeling when I edited my couples and families photos. Don’t be afraid to reach out to me and ask about my photography style, my editing style, or my favorite restaurant! I highly recommend scheduling a free consulting session!

Awarded Best of Zola
We had an amazing experience with Grace, She made us feel comfortable during our session. She is very personable and easy to work with. We are grateful we found her to be apart of our special day! Would highly recommend.
Amber T., 6 months ago
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Ashley Cynthia Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Bay City, MI

HEY! I'M ASHLEY! Aka, Your Professional third wheel! I am so happy you dropped by! I am a uber bubbly, warm hearted, person who loves to order 3 drinks at Dutch Bros and say its for other people but really its just for me. When I am not spending my lifes savings at Dutch Bros, I am professionally following peeps in love and photographing their stories. I am a lover of true crime and murder podcasts! (But I mean who isnt! I just cant help it!) FUN FACT: I speak switzerdütsch, aka a German slang. My mom is originally from Switzerland and my dad from Jamaica, so you know I am always hungry for adventures (and new places to binge eat at).

Awarded Best of Zola
Hiring Ashley was easily one of the best decisions we made for our wedding. She’s bubbly, kind, and makes you feel like you’ve been friends forever. The day of our wedding went by so fast, but every single image she captured brings me back in an instant. She not only captured our love story, but captured our friends and family beautifully. Every silly moment, tender exchange and happy tear was published in our gallery — and for that, I am forever grateful. THANK YOU Ashley & Meredith, our wedding day was all the more special with your talent!
Alyssa K., 20 days ago
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Heather Christine Photo + Film 

4.9

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,950
  • Serves Bay City, MI

Hiii! I'm Heather Schoolcraft - owner & CEO! I'm a small town gal from WV who LOVES traveling and pops of color. I've designed my entire company around creating authentic + magical love stories. I have an associate team specifically trained to go and take on more couples! The only thing that's different on your wedding day is you see a different face! On your wedding day, our goal is to make you feel comfortable in front of the camera, and to focus on the raw + real moments on your day. Don't settle for less because you have to. Let ME help you get the photos + video that you've always dreamed of.

Awarded Best of Zola
Heather is not only an amazing photographer, but an amazing person as well. She is thorough, kind and so professional. Her energy brings such a calmness to your wedding day and she’s always willing to give her expertise. I can’t recommend Heather enough! My wife and I are obsessed with our wedding pictures.
Olivia, 4 months ago
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Amative Creative 

4.9

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $4,800
  • Serves Bay City, MI

Hello there! I'm Andrea, owner of Amative Creative, and every weekend we're so blessed to be able to tell the love stories of so many amazing couples. Like many others in this industry might say, we simply adore weddings. But what makes us a little different is our entire brand is centered around telling love stories specifically curated to reflect your vision and aesthetic. "Amative" means to be prone to love, so as you can see, we want nothing more than to tell your love story! But what makes us truly unique is that we understand every love story looks different. And we personalize every aspect of how we document your wedding day!

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Amative Creative did our wedding and the preview pictures are PERFECT. I am so happy I booked them! The vibe is everything I wanted, and they were super responsive the entire time!! 1000000% recommend!
Jayla G., 13 days ago
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Promani Weddings 

4.9

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,950
  • Serves Bay City, MI

Hi! At Promani Weddings, we are a local wedding media team that specializes in capturing the magic of wedding celebrations. Led by owner and accomplished photographer/filmmaker Benjamin, our dedicated team of talented photographers and videographers excels at transforming your special day into timeless memories. In thanks to high demand from all of our amazing couples, we have established incredible teams in Michigan, Tennessee and North Carolina!! I can't wait to hear from you and learn more about your wedding.

Shuhrat and Ben are an exceptional wedding photographer and videographer who brilliantly captured the essence and emotion of our special day. Their keen eye for detail and artistic approach resulted in stunning, timeless photos and videos that we will cherish forever. They are professional, friendly, and seamlessly blend into the background, ensuring that every important moment was beautifully documented. Their ability to create a relaxed atmosphere allows for natural and candid shots, making them a top choice for anyone looking capture their wedding memories in the most beautiful way. Thank you Promani! The Herreras
Erika H., 2 months ago
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Captured Couture, LLC 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $4,195
  • Serves Bay City, MI
  • Offer

So there’s no “I” in team right?! While Captured Couture is the product of years of hard work that I built from the ground up. I have an amazing team because sometimes takes more than just me. For larger events or on occasions when I am already booked one of my team members will gladly assist with your event. We’ve covered hundreds of weddings together, and have refined our editing style and way of shooting to be completely consistent. You won’t be able to tell the difference. Pinky promise! No matter where you’re planning from when it clicks, it clicks.

My (now) husband and I chose to hire Jennifer from Captured Couture as our photographer for our wedding. We were both blown away by her images posted on her website and Instagram page and after having a phone interview we were convinced she was the one for us. Jennifer was communicative and so easy to work with. We were able to get a free engagement session with the purchase of our package which was awesome because we were able to meet her in person before our actual wedding. The day of the wedding there were a few minor hiccups as our wedding was the same day as the Detroit Pride fest, and we weren’t sure some of our desired locations would be accessible. Without a moment of hesitation Jennifer, who knows the city of Detroit incredibly well, was able to secure a location for our first look and our wedding party photos which turned out to be perfect. Jennifer and her assistant LeAnn captured every part of our wedding with some much care and attention to detail. Our photos are spectacular and we are so thankful for our photography team. Both my husband and I would definitely recommend Captured Couture to anyone looking for wedding photography.
Kate K., 2 months ago
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Lume Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Bay City, MI

Hi, I'm Andrea. I'm a full-time photographer based in the wild north of Michigan's Upper Peninsula. I specialize in nature elopements and small, intimate weddings in the UP and throughout the state of Michigan. My biggest passion is to be able to document your love story in creative, hauntingly beautiful, timeless images for you to keep forever. And give you an experience that allows you to relax, be yourself, and savor all the moments without pressure.

Awarded Best of Zola
I had the pleasure of working with Andrea at Lume Photography for my wedding. Not only will you get absolutely stunning photos, you will feel comfortable with her since she is so down to earth. She also goes out of her way to make sure she captures all of the moments! I have worked with her since on a witchy photo shoot that turned out exactly the way I wanted as well. She is so talented and so knowledgeable! You will not be disappointed! You will want to look back on the pictures for the rest of your life and you can count on loving them with Andrea!
Caitlin, 3 years ago
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Love Knot Photography 

5.0

  • Editorial style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Bay City, MI

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.

Awarded Best of Zola
We loved Isaac and his wife, Jing, who photographed our wedding earlier this month. Isaac was super calm and collected and on top of everything. His 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. He was very considerate when I first reached out about his work and wanted to use him and was very mindful of his travel fees to fit in our budget.
Madison R., 3 months ago
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Wild + Free Photos - Michigan 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Bay City, MI

Ever since childhood, I’ve been captivated by the power of photos and the stories they tell. Growing up, I’d lose myself in family photo albums, fascinated with freezing moments in time led me to photography, a medium that became my canvas for expressing emotions and creativity. What fuels my passion for wedding photography? It’s the profound belief in the power of love stories. In a world where adult milestones are fewer, the journey of marrying your best friend and soulmate stands out as a core memory. I find immense joy in capturing the moments when love, support, and celebration intertwine, creating memories that last a lifetime.

Awarded Best of Zola
I can’t thank Taylor enough for all her work during and after our wedding! She was so sweet, kind, and thoughtful! Even when drama happened she pulled us through and told us that it was going to be okay. :) She did a phenomenal job with our photos, capturing all the magic and wonder of our day. I’m so pleased to have all the memories we created in these pictures! I cannot recommend Taylor enough!!
Jasmine + D., 2 years ago
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Moonrae Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Bay City, MI

It's the most cliche thing to say but we love love here at Moonrae. We are a team of five photographers and four videographers. We travel all over the US and out of the country🥰 Not only do we love love, but we absolutely love our couples. We believe that love is love no matter shape, size, color, gender, etc and we believe that you should feel loved and accepted by all. You will always be welcome and your wedding day will always be our priority.

Moonrae is an incredible team of photographers and videographers, with excellence starting right at the top with Mikayla. The Moonrae Team ensures a stress-free, amazing day, making couples feel completely at ease. Mikayla's warm and professional demeanor, combined with her keen eye for detail, sets the tone for the entire experience. The whole team works seamlessly together, maintaining the timeline and capturing every special moment perfectly. I absolutely love Moonrae and highly recommend them for any special occasion!
Samantha, 3 months ago
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C’est La Vie Photographie 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,950
  • Serves Bay City, MI

Hello! My name is Tonya. First and foremost, I am a mom to a beautiful little boy (who, let's face it, is completely tired of mom's camera!). I started behind a camera almost fifteen years ago when my grandpa first showed me how to use his. I live for the click of the shutter, capturing those moments that will be gone but never forgotten. Having been a previous cast member at Walt Disney World (and other theme parks), I found that I love the organized chaos that comes with photographing a wedding. Not to mention, who doesn't adore capturing the love between two people?

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Tonya was incredible. I got engaged December 2019 and was looking to book a photographer pretty early on. Then the pandemic began and my plans changed, slowly at first, then drastically. Tonya was caring and understanding of my situation even before i was an official customer. She kept my date closed in her books until i was finally able to pay in full. She's a very sweet person and so easy to get along with. She's versatile in her editing style and is great if you are looking for something "light and airy" or something a little more "moody". Booking Tonya was hands down the best decision i made with my wedding (second only to picking the man i married).
Brianna & B., 4 months ago
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Jessica Max 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,200
  • Serves Bay City, MI

I am a storytelling and documentary elopement and wedding photographer based somewhat in Ludington, Michigan. I'm obsessed with nature, rocks, travel, and documenting everyday life. I love art & live music. I went to school for architecture and ended up obsessed with photography. I homeschool my kids and we spend most of our free time hopping from mountain bike parks to national parks to lakes between Michigan, Arkansas and Arizona and everywhere else we can.

Jessica Max captured our wedding day in the most spectacular fashion, we could tell she had recorded the most candid and genuine experiences of the day. This is what makes her work so unique from other artists. She is casual, comfortable, and very cool to work with. We are quite casual ourselves, and were able to trust her to do her job and our results were breathtaking. Her product has the quality of fine art and feels so effortless but the amount of thought and care she puts into her work is truly unmatched by most photographers. If you don't book with her, you're seriously missing out on the best quality product you could hope for!
Larissa J., 8 months ago
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Chelcie Lou Photography 

5.0

  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Bay City, MI

Voted Best Detroit Wedding Photographer by Channel 4 News Detroit 2023. Metro Detroit Photographer. Based in southeast Michigan, but I'll meet you anywhere. Specializing in Weddings near and far, Engagement Portraits, Lifestyle Portraits, Newborn Portraits, Branding and more.

Awarded Best of Zola
Chelcie and her team were hands down the best vendor we hired for our wedding. Chelcie is a true professional. Her calm demeanor made the day feel effortless for me and that I was in good hands no matter what was going on around me. I will never forget her personally scrubbing the mud off of the bottom of my dress before I walked down the aisle, knowing exactly what to do and calmly telling me it was going to be perfect. In addition to the amazing service we received the day of the wedding, Chelcie’s photography style, editing, and eye for detail make her a really special photographer. The preview of our pictures are absolutely beautiful and captured the immense love between me, my husband, and our families. I cannot wait to see the rest! I could not recommend Chelcie more.
Catherine L., 4 months ago
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Bonie Weddings 

4.9

  • Classic style
  • Serves Bay City, MI

Bonie Weddings is a wedding photography and videography company, dedicated to capturing those unscripted and genuine moments. From candid laughs and unplanned dance moves to even the cake mishaps (yes, it happens), We're there to preserve the authenticity and genuinely of your special day. Our team of professionals firmly believes that every couple should have the opportunity to capture the memories of their special day without breaking the bank.

Working with Bonie has been amazing! She replied promptly to my questions about wedding photography, making communication easy and stress-free. Planning our engagement shoot in Corona was a breeze with her suggestions, and everything went smoothly. Bonie's photography is stunning, and she expertly guided us through poses and backgrounds. I highly recommend her for weddings!
Marcus, 8 months ago
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Life & Lights Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Bay City, MI

Wedding Images That Inspire Warmth & Joy. Serving primary in Metro Detroit Area. But traveling all over Michigan including but not limited to Ann Arbor, Gran Rapids, Traverse City, and Northern Michigan. You are probably looking around for a photographer who gets you, someone you can be comfortable with. Let's find out if we're a good fit!

Awarded Best of Zola
We were incredibly fortunate to have Shuhrat as our photographer. She didn't just take photos; she told the story of our day with heart and artistry. Her attention to detail and ability to capture genuine, candid moments left us in awe. What sets Shuhrat apart is not only her talent but her warm and friendly nature. She made us feel so at ease, turning the experience into something truly special. The photos she delivered were beyond our wildest expectations. Each image is a cherished memory, and we can't thank her enough for preserving these moments. Shuhrat, you made our special day unforgettable! Thank you!
Salmeen & S., a year ago
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Elle & Co Photography 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves Bay City, MI

I am a luxury destination photographer based in Michigan, Florida & Colorado! I am ALL over Michigan and all over the nation! I have a home in Lansing and Holland and I travel all over Michigan capturing my clients from Lansing to Grand Rapids to the west coast of Lake Michigan to northern Michigan, Mackinac Island and Traverse City to areas of Detroit! I also have condo access in Clearwater, FL and Breckenridge, CO. This allows me to be local to multiple places and states! This career is so much more than just showing up and taking photos. It's emotion, it's detail, it's getting to know my clients and capturing each of them uniquely.

Hey there! I got our USB! This is the coolest USB I’ve ever seen! Thank you so much! I wanted to reach out again to tell you that you and Jed are two of the most amazing people I’ve ever met. From the moment you messaged me on Facebook, you’ve been one of the most genuinely kind people I’ve ever had the pleasure to meet and I’m so thankful that I got the pleasure to have you photograph such a milestone in Greg and I’s lifetime. You both were incredibly patient and intuitive to our feelings and needs during the wedding which surpassed any expectations I could have set for a photographer. It’s apparent that you both genuinely love what you do and you both put your entire soul into each client(s) you take on. I received so many compliments from my guests regarding how professional you both were as well. I can’t begin to describe how beautiful these photos are. You put life into all of my visions for the wedding and made them into such pieces of art. Thank you again for not only providing us with great customer service and beautiful photos, but being truly wonderful people.
Abby, 14 days ago
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Meininger Media LLC 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Bay City, MI
  • Offer

I’m Katy, a Michigan based wedding + event photographer who loves to travel. I’ve been photographing weddings since 2016. My love for photography started out when I was about 6 years old. I’m a huge goofball, so if you’ve ever thought “I’ll be too awkward in photos," I know what you mean. We can be goofballs together, and I promise I won’t let you look awkward in any of your photos. A little more about me: I'm a foodie. Send bar/restaurant recommendations please! I spend a good portion of my time at concerts when I'm not photographing anything. I'm also a HUUUUGE Detroit Red Wings fan!

Where to begin? Finding Katy was truly one of the biggest blessings of our wedding process. It was very important to find a photographer who we felt had, and actively displayed, the ability to photograph in an inclusive, respectful and honest manner. We are an interfaith couple with family and friends who fall everywhere along the social, identity and religious spectrum. Once we found Katy, we were blown away by the love, care and diversity showcased in her portfolio. Upon meeting with her virtually, we were convinced that she was the right person. Katy is kind, understanding and VERY good at what she does. When it comes to the work, Katy was proactive without being pushy and really took to heart what we wanted out of our photos. Over the course of the experience, we were able to develop a real friendship with her because she is that good of a person. The day of the event, Katy was locked in and on top of everything. Prior to our weekend, she had done an amazing job of giving us prep sheets and coordinating as much detail as possible so the big day could just glide. Katy and her second shooter Jen (who was amazing, too!) were professional, fun and didn't miss a moment of the day. Everything from planned photos to impromptu shots felt fun and natural. Getting back the album completely blew past our expectations. Every photo captured exactly what we had discussed with her. So many photographs left us speechless. Katy should be at the top of your list if you want great photos full of love, care, and magic. She is down to earth and was the only photographer we spoke to that didn't make us feel like we were just another gig for them.
Gabriel, 4 months ago
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Birchfields 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $5,200
  • Serves Bay City, MI
  • Offer

Hi! My name is Steve. I do visual storytelling. I’m married with three kids and in my spare time I record music and build things. I've been filming and photographing weddings since 2009. I love travel and getting to know unique couples.

Awarded Best of Zola
From the moment we reached out to Birchfields, their communication was quick, thorough, and sincere. Their attention to detail and ability to make us feel completely comfortable in front of the camera resulted in exceptional photographs that captured every special moment of our wedding day. Birchfields truly went above and beyond, taking unique angles and perspectives that allowed us to relive the entire day through their stunning imagery. When it’s hard to figure out which photo you want to print out and hang on the wall, you know you picked the right photographer! We could not be happier with the final product and would highly recommend Steve to any couple looking for a talented, professional, and personable wedding photographer.
Jeneca G., 6 days ago

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About wedding photographers in Bay City, MI

How much does a wedding photographer typically cost in Bay City, MI?

A Bay City, MI wedding photographer ranges from $400 to $6,300 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?

93% of photographers in Bay City, MI 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 Bay City, MI?

Some of the most popular photographers in this area include Imagesxpert Media, Ryheem Williams Photography 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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