The Best Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in Waterford, MI

The Best Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in Waterford, MI

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231 Wedding Photographers in Waterford, MI

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C’est La Vie Photographie 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,850
  • Serves Waterford, MI
  • Offer

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?

Awarded Best of Zola
Tonya had a lovely, quality approach to capturing our special day, and her knowledgeable expertise really shone through. Tonya's very chill vibe matched our own and helped ease any stress on the wedding day, allowing us to simply enjoy the moment. We got our preview photos very quickly which is always nice - and we can't wait to see them all, we know they'll be stellar.
Zenobia, 5 months ago
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Meininger Media LLC 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Waterford, MI

Hi, I’m Katy—a Michigan-based wedding photographer who loves to travel! I’ve been capturing love stories since 2016, blending vibrant, warm, and moody vibes with a mix of documentary, candid, and romantic styles. I’m a goofball at heart, so if you’re worried about feeling awkward in front of the camera, don’t be—we’ll have fun and create photos you’ll love. When I’m not behind the lens, I’m enjoying good food (send me your bar and restaurant recs!), live music, or cheering on the Detroit Red Wings. Let’s connect and tell your story your way!

Awarded Best of Zola
Katy is AMAZING! Our photos turned incredible and were everything we dreamed of. Not only that, Katy was such a wonderful part of our day. We had a very small wedding and every person that interacted with her or saw her working was obsessed with her. All I heard the following day was how great she was and how fun she made the day. I wish I could get married again to have her so my pictures again!
Emma, 9 months ago
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Julia Cuddy Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Waterford, MI

I’m Julia - people always ask me how long I’ve been a photographer for and the cliché (but true) answer is for forever. I’ve walked through many alleys that led me to photographing weddings. I worked for the Field Museum photographing meteorites during my college years in Chicago, then worked as a freelancer in the automotive industry when I moved back to Michigan, and worked in a studio photographing everything from seniors to pets. It wasn’t until 5 years ago I decided I loved photographing weddings and couples. I feel like they’re all connected somehow. I'm lucky I found my niche and even luckier that I got to run with it.

Buckle up, we are planning on writing an incredible review. To future brides & grooms reading our review: If you are going to do anything right for your wedding day (besides marrying your best friend), hire Julia as your wedding photographer!!! We can not stress enough how much Julia impacted our wedding day. First, she has your back. She helped us keep calm and keep our timeline on track. Julia had a great sense of reading the room. She was by our side when we needed her. Second, we had a BLAST! Julia kept our energy UP (she's a Leo, if you know you know). She had both of us laughing, smiling, and overall happy. Even our bridal party and family LOVED Julia's professionalism and how she conducts group photos. My bridesmaids were obsessed with her and plan on using her in the future. She's seriously that good. Third, her photography style was exactly what we needed. She is super knowledgeable about poses, lighting, background, etc. She was honest and explained why she had us do certain pictures. She took into account any preferences we had (standing on the left side rather than the right, mobility concerns, etc). Also, be ready to get creative! Overall, Julia is the best wedding photographer we could've asked for and so happy she got to capture our wedding day! Service we chose: 8-hour package with engagement photoshoot To Julia: thank you so much for making our wedding day amazing. You played such an important role in our day. We talk about how we miss you already and hope we can plan some photoshoots in the future!
Dana T., 6 months ago
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Gold & Elm Weddings 

5.0

  • Classic style
  • Starts at $2,499
  • Serves Waterford, MI

Hello and welcome! My style combines timeless, traditional shots and candid-looking moments, blending both to create a collection that feels authentic and full of life. I use natural prompts tailored to you as a couple—unique to your vibe, personality, and connection. I guide you through the experience, giving plenty of direction while keeping things relaxed and comfortable. The way you feel in front of the camera directly impacts the photos, and when you're at ease, the results truly reflect that natural, effortless connection. It's all about making you feel like yourselves while capturing the moments that matter most.

Awarded Best of Zola
We were looking for fun, romantic, light & bright photos that are also timeless and true to color, and man did Rich deliver. Communication was amazing- he doesn't take long to respond and is easy to get ahold of. He was so easy to work with from handling a little last minute chaos with engagement photo locations to us replanning our entire wedding within three months. He made sure our engagement and wedding photos went without a hitch. Not only was Rich fun to work with, but he was a fantastic resource and we enjoyed the levity and expertise he brought to every step of the process. Our photos are STUNNING. I will recommend Gold & Elm to anybody who will listen!
Madison P., 8 months ago
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Wendy Thibodeau Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,900
  • Serves Waterford, MI

Hii! I am Wendy! I love storytelling and my heart loves endlessly. No two stories are alike and we all have something to learn from each other. I have been on this journey as a wedding photographer for over a decade. I have been taken to so many places that I would have never been to if it weren't for my wonderful clients. I have shared the most beautiful, important and heartfelt moments with my couples, their friends and their families.

Awarded Best of Zola
Booking with Wendy was the best wedding decision I made! From day one she was excellent with communication, very detailed in the planning process, and such a joy to work with! She has been photographing weddings for years and you can see that through her stunning work! Wendy made my husband and I feel so special on our wedding day. Wendy and the photos she gave us from our wedding were well worth the investment! I look back on them daily. To any bride who is contemplating booking with Wendy, DO IT! I promise you won’t regret it. Thank you Wendy for helping make my wedding so special and for capturing our day so beautifully! You are the best!!!
Kayla H., 6 months ago
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Kate Diamond Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $6,000
  • Serves Waterford, MI

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Awarded Best of Zola
Love Love Love everything about KateDiamondPhotography and our wedding pictures! As professional as it can gets with Katelynn. Such a perfectionist with timing and all of our wedding posts. Would 1000% use her again for any up coming events! Thank you again guys you were AMAZING!
Pat p., 4 years ago
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Jen Marie Imagery 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Waterford, MI

Hi!! I'm Jen, the heart and soul behind Jen Marie Imagery! I'm passionate about creating unforgettable memories through my lens. Beyond being a dedicated photographer, I'm a coffee lover, taco enthusiast, concert junkie, Netflix aficionado, and proud pet parent. My journey with photography started as a childhood passion, using up all my mom's film on disposable cameras. What began as a hobby transformed into my life's calling in 2016 when I booked my first wedding. From that moment, I knew I had found my true purpose. There’s nothing I love more than photographing love!

Awarded Best of Zola
From the very first interaction, Jen Marie Imagery demonstrated perfect communication, making the process incredibly easy and well-organized. Their work was simply amazing - they captured every moment of our wedding day flawlessly. Jen and her team were super friendly to work with, and we would absolutely use them again if we ever needed a photographer in the future. We highly recommend Jen Marie Imagery to anyone looking for an excellent wedding photographer.
Jennah B., 4 months ago
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E.J.O. Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,300
  • Serves Waterford, MI

My name is Erin Oginsky and I am the owner and photographer behind EJO Photography. I first learned how to use a camera in 1999, when I took a photography class in college. Since then I have loved taking pictures, but did not start taking photos professionally until 2008! Since then I have learned and grown as a photographer. I love photographing weddings, engagements, and families. In addition to photography, my passion is my children, my husband, and the non-profit we run, Mission 25.

Awarded Best of Zola
Erin Oginsky is THE photographer you want for your wedding!! She captured our day in the most beautiful way, while making it so fun! She was our photographer for both our engagement and wedding pictures. Two weeks before our wedding, everything was cancelled because of covid, but we worked out a beautiful backyard wedding last minute. Erin was BEYOND flexible with all the last minute changes. She will make your day so fun and easy and comfortable. My husband and I will treasure each and every photo she took and we are currently reliving the day all over again through her gorgeous pictures she sent back!!!
Bryan & H., 4 years ago
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Kendall Jewel Photography LLC 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Waterford, MI

Hi, I'm Kendall, a portrait and wedding photographer based in Fenton, MI. As a photographer, I view every shoot as an opportunity to capture the beauty in the little moments- to make a masterpiece out of something that, to the naked eye, would seem mundane. My mission is to capture your story as beautifully as you've lived it.

Awarded Best of Zola
I loved having her as a photographer for my wedding, she told us how to pose and communicated everything so well, she looked up places to do pictures and was emailing about how the day would go that really eased my mind for the anticipation for the big wedding day! She gave me my pictures back very fast, within two days I had received all my pictures and they looked awesome!
Veronica, a year ago
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Madalyn Muncy Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves Waterford, MI

Hi, I'm Madalyn Muncy-Piens, the lady behind the lens over here at Madalyn Muncy Photography. I'm not into being the center of attention so I keep your wedding ALL ABOUT YOU. I'm all about balance, so I'm the perfect combination of organized and flexible, proactive yet not overbearing, knowledgeable but not bossy, and a comforting presence both with and without a camera in hand. When you hire me, you get someone who genuinely cares about comparing photos of our dogs, sharing recipes for dinner, and listening to your book recommendations. Check out my website or Instagram to learn more about me!

Awarded Best of Zola
Madalyn was probably the best photographer we could have asked for, it was like having a friend instead of a vendor throughout the day. She just does a great job of capturing candid and genuine emotion, and after getting all of our photos back we loved how she was able to capture us (and pretty much everyone else) looking great and having fun without being overly posed. In addition, she was so incredibly organized and professional throughout the entire process, she got us our timeline and I was able to use that to build the rest of our day-of-schedule around it. She communicated early and often and always made sure she got the list of required photos we wanted so we didn’t miss anything. Since she also hadn’t photographed at our venue before, she set up her own meeting with the venue before the wedding to get a tour and walk-through so it wasn’t a surprise on the day of the wedding. She was assertive when she needed to be to wrangle our families for photos but otherwise was extremely flexible in getting shots if the plans changed! Especially since our wedding was late in the winter and we decided against a first look, she made sure to have a lighting assistant on hand to help coordinate additional flash and we got some great evening photos, and the second shooter who helped out had some awesome ideas for important shots too. Also, she got us engagement photo sneak peeks within 24 hours and got us our wedding sneak peeks (40+ photos!) within 48 hours of our wedding. She just made the entire planning experience and photo sessions so comfortable and fun.
Sarah and B., 5 years ago
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J&B Patton Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Waterford, MI

Hello! Jodi and Bryan here. We specialize in the wedding and engagement photography. We believe in transparent, straight forward pricing and delivering a great experience. Please give us a call or check out our website for more details on our pricing and a sample of our work.

Awarded Best of Zola
Had the please of working with "J" for years while in the photo biz myself. She has the eye to capture the best possible images. She was trusted enough to photograph my own daughter's wedding here at Milkhouse Meadows. "B" brings both technical savvy and creativeness that will make your images stand out. Their vision, timing, and ability to set up a shot brings out the best possible images. The proof is in the pictures!
Milkhouse Meadows, a year ago
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Kindred Light Photography LLC 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Waterford, MI

Hi! I'm Danielle. I'm a Midwest elopement and intimate wedding photographer. Currently based in a small suburb just outside Detroit, Michigan, but available for travel anywhere! I have had a love for creating for as long as I can remember. When I was little, I drew everything as I saw it and I think that's why photography feels so perfect. It's an absolute dream to be an artist by trade and capturing special moments is a job I take to heart.

Awarded Best of Zola
Kindred Light has a way of capturing the moments you can't plan. Any photographer can capture those planned shots - those do not speak to their ability. Danielle has an eye and ability to capture the moments that speak the emotions without words, sounds, or captions. Being able to capture personality, emotion, expression, desire, and intent is something rare to find. Being able to have those moments/memories capture from our weddings is something we are forever grateful for! There is not a monetary value that you can put to those moments/memories!!!
Stephanie W., 3 years ago
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Santacruz Imagery 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Waterford, MI
  • Offer

Hi there! My name is Janelle, a 26-year-old Metro Detroit based photographer passionate about capturing emotional moments. Whether it’s your wedding day, engagement, or growing family, my top priority is staying true to the essence of each scene—preserving it in time for you to cherish forever. Aquí también se habla español! Photography is a part-time pursuit for me, I also work full-time and stay active in the Detroit alternative music scene as a concert photographer.

I went with Santacruz imagery because I knew Janelle would be able to capture us perfectly! She’s very thoughtful in her approach and we knew we would feel extremely comfortable with her. She made our day so special and made us feel like superstars through a lens!! Not to mention she travelled many many miles from Michigan to Massachusetts for this day, forever grateful! The best memories forever captured by a beautiful soul with a beautiful vision.
Erin K., a month ago
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Jlboone Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Waterford, MI

My name is Jessica Stasik, and photography is a very big passion of mine. I love to capture moments in time of loved ones, friends, groups of people and special events. This is my privately run business that offers various Photography Packages. Wedding Shoots, Family Portraits and Senior Pictures are among our most popular. All packages are fully customizable to your unique needs! As a photographer taking pictures of you and your events, we believe that all pictures taken belong to you!

Jessica is an amazing photographer and we loved working with her! She is so friendly and fun - she made the whole experience very easy. Our wedding photos turned out so beautifully and we couldn’t be happier. Excellent value and wonderful communication, too. I would recommend Jessica to anyone in a heartbeat!
Kristin P., 10 months ago
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Mariah Kasten Photo 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Waterford, MI

Hello there! My name is Mariah Kasten and I am a Michigan Wedding Photographerphotographer. I love watching my couples interact and seeing their love for one another. I have absolutely fallen in love with couples, engagements, and wedding photography. As an extrovert, I find it so fun to meet so many couples and capture these moments in their lives. I would love to work with you and capture some beautiful moments in your life!

If I could give her more than 5 stars I would. Not only did she expertly capture all of the precious moments of our wedding day, but she was also very friendly as well as very professional. I loved how she made a wedding photo site for all of the photos and they were just edited so nice and quick with care. If you’re looking for a photographer for your wedding day, I would choose Mariah Kasten.
Cathryn L., 3 months ago
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Jacquelyn Genevieve Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Waterford, MI

update 3/2023- i am no longer active on responses through Zola and ask you to connect with me through my website only to check on availability. Thank you so much! On the day of your wedding, you will see me laughing, crying during the first look and dances, and enjoying the day with you so I blend in better to capture those true raw moments. I keep us on schedule, whether it's photography related or not, to make sure everything is running smoothly on your day.

Jacquelyn Genevieve Photography was the perfect choice for our wedding photographer. From the moment we first spoke, we were impressed by her personal and attentive communication style. She truly listened to the details that were important to us and was always quick to respond to our questions. On the day of our wedding, Jacquelyn was a fly on the wall, capturing all the moments and details of our special day in a way that felt intimate and personal. Looking at the photos now, it's like reliving the whole day. Jacquelyn was so easy to work with and really helped everyone feel at ease, allowing her to beautifully tell the story of our wedding through her exceptional photography. We are thrilled with the quality of Jacquelyn Genevieve Photography's work and the value she provided for our wedding day. I will use her for any future family portraits or big life moments. She is the best!
Allie W., a day ago
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Juniper Woods Photography LLC 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Waterford, MI

Hey! I'm Christina- an elopement + intimate wedding photographer based in Michigan and travel worldwide. If you're looking for the traditional wedding photographer- you won't find that here. An adventurous spirit and a sucker for true love. I yearn to capture those wildly intimate moments for ALL couples. I'm here for the wild souls, the madly in love, those who romanticize the world around them. Capturing honest love in the most beautiful places on the planet is what fuels my fire. If you are seeking cinematic, documentary style art- you're in the right place.

Awarded Best of Zola
Christina is absolutely wonderful! She is one of the most creative photographers you’ll ever meet. I just knew she would capture all the special moments to remember, and she did just that. The detail she puts into editing is pure magic - you can tell she spends a lot of her time pouring her passion into her work. My surprise proposal photos that Christina captured of my fiancé and I were just so lovely – I had to ask her if she could be there for my wedding in Maine and she joyfully accepted. I would recommend Christina to anyone who loves the moody and romantic side of photography – you won’t regret it! I will cherish these photographs forever!
Marissa and A., 3 years ago
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Monnette co 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,700
  • Serves Waterford, MI

I am here to embrace you with positivity, warmth and words of affirmation. I’m your photographer that will guide you with natural prompts while keeping your personalities alive. I’m always utilizing my relaxed and personal approach to achieve photos that will leave a lasting impression.

Shelby photographed my engagement pictures, COVID friendly wedding and our one year anniversary celebration. She is an amazing photographer and beautifully captures your special day perfectly. We will forever be grateful for all the photos that Shelby took us that we can look back on forever! We can’t thank her enough for all of our beautiful pictures. She is an amazing person and so fun to work with!
Abby F., 3 months ago
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Sammy Mich Photo 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,200
  • Serves Waterford, MI

Im passionate about documenting your big day in a way you can be brought back to the moment and feel the excitement and passion every time you look at your wedding album. Photographing your wedding is as important to me as it is to you, and it not a job I take lightly! Every couple has a different list of important items to be captured, and my goal is to serve you and your partner in the best way possible, capturing the shots most important to you, plus the little in-between moments you didn’t even know that happened.

Working with Sammy is an absolute dream. I am so grateful not only for her talent, but her kind heart. Sammy goes above and beyond to make you feel comfortable. Sharing funny stories, telling you how amazing you look, etc. and she quickly becomes your best friend in those moments. It’s an absolute pleasure being on the other side of her lens. Sammy captured my husband and I on three occasions so far. First we had an hour-long shoot at a very sentimental place for the two us, to serve as memories and wedding invitation/thank you photography and we quickly fell in love with her style and personality. Secondly Sammy came to our wedding welcome dinner for two hours to capture the space and the guests. She was a fly on the wall and did a phenomenal job capturing the evening and special moments of everyone gathering. Lastly, our wedding day - Sammy and her team went above and beyond. She did an hour of flat lays (which turned out incredible) and then 10 hours of coverage and kept the night moving along perfectly. She melded well with our other vendors and captured everything we could have hoped for, including chasing our car around for adorable get away shots. Her assistant even dropped everything to help us fix a minor emergency with our seating chart. Sammy and her team will exceed all of your expectations should you choose to work with her!
Colleen Raona, a year ago

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About wedding photographers in Waterford, MI

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

A Waterford, MI wedding photographer ranges from $175 to $9,500 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?

92% of photographers in Waterford, 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 Waterford, 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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