How much does it cost for a photographer for a wedding?

Finding the right wedding photographer can make a big difference for your ceremony. Nationally, the average wedding photographer’s price ranges from $800 to $1,000, but costs can be much higher in areas like Chicago, New York or Los Angeles where some couples spend $2,000 to $5,000 or more for the photographer they want. Factors that can affect your wedding photographer prices include the photographer’s reputation and experience. Heavy hitters can command top rates, especially during wedding-season weekends. Day of the week also affects your cost. You may get a $200 discount on wedding photographer prices if you get married on a Friday in November rather than a Saturday in June. Time onsite is also an important cost factor. Hiring a photographer to snap photos from the moment you wake up until after last call at the reception is going to cost more than five hours of pictures during the day. Multiple photographers, special lighting, and videography will also increase your costs. Ultimately you want to find someone who has a style you love and can provide the number of edited shots you want for a price you can handle. Learn more about hiring a wedding photographer.

Emily U.

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Lenny was flexible, accommodating, professional, and personable throughout the entire wedding planning process. The guests enjoyed Lenny's presence at the wedding, and he was very thorough and attentive to our wishes for family photos and wedding candids. I highly recommend Lenny Rogers Photography.

Katie B.

Such an amazing man to work with! He was never over bearing as some wedding photographers can be. He just walked around and took some of the most beautiful pictures I have seen. I am so happy we choose him! He is a true professional and anytime I need a photographer in the future, I will definitely hire him again!

Marie C.

Abbe did a wonderful job with our photos. She was able to work within our budget without sacrificing quality. In fact, she had the proofs ready for our review the day after our wedding. Our friends and family have been gushing over our wonderful wedding photos which is exactly the reaction I wanted our photos to elicit. I'm so happy we went with her -- I highly recommend Abbe to capture the special moments in your life!

Courtney M.

My wife and I highly recommend Matt for any photography needs. He was relaxed and easy going which made our day much more enjoyable. We absolutely love our wedding photos! Thanks again Matt! 😊

Daniel K.

I hired John as the photographer for my wedding in June 2016, and he was great. We met a month or two prior to the wedding to discuss the event. John was very professional. He arrived an hour or so before the ceremony to check out and photograph the church and the grounds. When we arrived, he knew exactly what pictures he wanted to take of us before the ceremony and it was very efficient. He has a great eye for pictures. We hardly noticed him at the reception. He was not "in your face" or intrusive at all, yet his pictures captured the reception perfectly. Many of our guests commented how nice and personable he was. We were extremely happy with our experience with John, and we love his photos. I would hire him again.

Jasmine F.

The photographer at my wedding was very pleasant and professional. My husband and I had a great experience with how everything went. His ideas on where to take certain photos were spot on. Even with the little bit of chaos and the somewhat unorganized reception, we were very pleased with how he handled things. I can't wait to see the photos. Will be referring Pro Click Photo to everyone I know.

Samantha D.

Maria has taken pictures of myself and my family for several years. Her photography is amazing! She always captures the most beautiful angles and moments and has the ability to go beyond the standard studio poses. She spends the time to get to know you and what you want and need. Anyone who sees pictures of my family or the professional shots for my business, have commented on how beautiful and who is my photographer! She is the photographer for my wedding this summer and I am beyond excited to have her there on my special day!I HIGHLY recommend Maria Petti for any of your photography needs!

Rachael W.

Damon was amazing to work with!!! My best friend got married November 3rd. As a Chicago wedding photographer I helped my Philly friend find Damon. He was always quick to respond to e-mails, had great wedding collections, answered all my questions, the best photography gear and exceptional turn around times. He offered everything I would hope for from a professional photographer plus some. I was impressed from the start and he did not disappoint. There are a lot of photographers out there. Damon is the real deal and you'll be in good hands when you book with him. Thanks again Damon!!!

Valerie A.

I came across Amanda's photography after she shot some engagement pictures for my nephew and his fiance. Amanda and Jordon came out in a major snow storm and took the most beautiful pictures at the Philadelphia Art Museum of the prosposal. My nephew did not think she was going to show up because of the weather, but she came.... I lost my job back in December and I was getting married in April of 2015. Due to this unfortunate situation I had to downsize my wedding and all the extra's as well. looking for a photographer for my wedding to accommodate my new budget was not easy. Everyone photographer that I phoned was coming in so expensive and did not want to work with me on pricing. I had then decided to cut cost altogether and have a family member take my photographs for me and that would be that. Then my nephew said, "try calling Amanda". The only thing you have to lose is a phone call. So I did. After all the frustrating calls reaching out to photographers, calling Amanda was the best phone call I have ever made. Right from the start, Amanda was so king and understanding with her words and thoughtfulness. She genuinely understood my situation and told me "she would always try to help couples who need it, and provide them with images of their special day". Well she followed through, more than I have ever expected. She worked within my budget and gave me the most beautiful pictures of my wedding day that I could have ever asked for. memories that will last me a life time. Amanda & Jordon showed up at the church and immediately started to take images of my veil, flowers, our rings, the bridal parties. and as I walked down the isle I could she her in the distance capturing every image she could, going to one side of the church to the other without resistance. Her imagination went the distance and my images were truly amazing. Amanda & Jordon, I want to thank you so very much for photographing my wedding on your wedding day... many thanks for that alone. Thank you for working within my budget and as promised delivering the most amazing photographs that I could ever ask for. Your friendly nature and your smiling ways made me feel very much at ease and comfortable with all that was going on, I knew that everything was going to be fine once I saw you. You & Jordon are fantastic and anyone reading this review, I give Amanda & Jordon 100 stars! Not only for the amazing photography, but for being a humble human being with sincere appreciation for others. Thank you again for everything. You truly are one of a kind!

Rachel S.

Wow! My husband and I were so impressed with Will. His photography is increadibly beautiful, he was always very quick to respond to emails/phone calls, and just very on top of everything leading up to the day and day of. You will certainly not be disappointed by hiring Will as your wedding photographer! We can't say enough wonderful things about him and our beautiful wedding photos!! Just wonderful!!

Freddy G.

Jaysn is the epitome of a true working professional. The value for price is unmatched and his responsiveness was phenomenal. I hired Jaysn for a Tough Mudder event I participated in with my colleagues and he captured great images! (See below) My experience with Jaysn has been flawless and I highly recommend him to anyone who needs a quality photographer for a very reasonable price. Thank you Jaysn!

Joanna W.

Holden was great to work with. He took the time to understand what we were interested in and really delivered on the finished product. He is a great balance of a fun personality and a professional photographer. Highly recommend.

Roxanne P.

I cannot express how happy I was with the photographers at my wedding. They made everyone feel so great and they were fun! Steve and Tom were absolutely the best! So happy I went with wedding bug. And the app they have is pretty damn awesome!

Gina D.

I needed a photographer for my parents 50th wedding anniversary and I'm so grateful I found Heather McBride!!!! She was professional, well prepared and covered every fine detail of a very special occasion. Having these beautiful memories made the day so much more special. Thank You Heather!!!

Erin B.

Carl was great the day of our wedding. We loved our first look pictures and were able to get all portraits don't before the wedding so there was plenty of time to interact with guests. He captured a lot of great action shots and personal moments with family members that we will always cherish. Our album and prints came out perfect! We would definitely recommend him for all events!

Elizabeth R.

I and my family had a wonderful experience with Chris as our wedding photographer. He took many wonderful photos. He stayed all night until the reception was over and never bulked at getting pulled in all directions to get all the shots that we wanted!! He also is very reasonably priced for our budget. I recommend him to anyone.

Cara H.

We could not have dreamt of a better photographer for our wedding this past October! He was great to work with throughout every step of the process: consistent with communication and understanding our preferences prior to the wedding, creative and engaging during the event, and he provided the most touching, innovative package with which to deliver our prints. In addition to great charisma, the photography was exceptional. He really captured the details and candid moments that were important to us. We are so grateful for care and skill applied to make our day truly special!

Deanna B.

Matt photographed my wedding and I was not disappointed! After viewing his body of work I was confident that I had made the right choice and his attention to detail made the photos really turn out amazing. He catches things I never would’ve even thought about and his film background gives him a keen eye for atmosphere!

Amy C.

Some people just have "it." Alyssa has "it" and more! She is inherently creative and talented with a beautiful eye for stunning, unique images. Our engagement shoot and wedding day were lively and memorable; Alyssa provided us with photos that really stand out and perfectly capture the magic of both days. She took the time to understand us as a couple and the specific "look" we wanted for our Save the Dates. On our wedding day we gave her free rein and she did not disappoint! Some of our favorites from both sessions are attached. Thanks for everything, Alyssa! We only plan on getting married once, but we hope to book you again for another special event!

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