Top 10 Engagement Photographers in Madison, WI

Feeling nervous about being photographed on your wedding day? One of the best ways to calm your nerves is by having an engagement session, which gives you an opportunity to get to know your photographer and feel comfortable in front of the camera.

Couples saying “I do” in Madison can take advantage of the city’s outstanding choice of engagement photographers, each of which has their own style and approach. In this guide, we’ll introduce 10 who are at the top of their game.

Ilana Natasha Photography

As a six-time winner of “Madison Magazine’s” Best Photographer, Ilana Natasha is doing something right. While she’s based in Madison, she loves traveling for engagement sessions and weddings, with travel costs included for those living in the lower 48 states. Photography talent runs in Ilana’s family, with both her dad and oldest brother working in the industry. But while they tried to talk her out of her shooting weddings due to the stress of it, she is in her 7th year as a wedding and engagement photographer with absolutely no regrets.

Maison Meredith Photography

Maison Meredith Photography is the husband and wife team of Maison and Caleb Engel who work with couples in Madison, Milwaukee, Chicago, and beyond. They describe themselves as “crazy in love” and “marriage advocates” who believe that there are few things more beautiful in life than a relationship that has “weathered decades of storms, triumphs, and countless everyday moments in between”. Their style? Timeless and for couples wanting a classic look that will last a lifetime.

Maureen Cassidy Photography

Based in Madison, Maureen Cassidy is a professional photographer who specializes in weddings and engagement sessions. She also shoots family, newborn, and boudoir sessions and is happy to travel globally on request. Her clients say that she’s super easy to work with and love her candid and authentic approach. Aside from being a photographer for the last 10 years or so, Maureen also works as a yoga teacher and has a natural ability to connect with people.

Urban Anchor Photography

Urban Anchor Photography is owned and operated by Sarah Maughan who takes a storytelling approach to her engagement sessions and wedding shoots. She says that she loves to be an “active observer” who is always looking for those perfect moments that happen naturally. Sarah has shot at some of Madison’s most popular venues and e-session locations and loves it when couples incorporate their pets into the portrait session. She’s also happy to help during the planning stages of your big day, whether it’s location or vendor recommendations.

AJ Photo Company

lison Fait is the owner and lead photographer at the AJ Photo Company, which offers complimentary engagement sessions with each of its wedding collections. She feels that it’s an important opportunity to connect with her couples and ensure they feel comfortable in front of her camera. Alison’s journey with photography began with her wanting to take better photos of her son and has transformed into a professional career. Today, she has shot more than 100 weddings and holds a degree in photography from Madison College.

Caynay Photo

Caitlin of Caynay Photo describes herself as a “homebody” and “love-your-photos advocate” who promises to work closely with her couples on every step of their wedding journey. She has been in the industry since 2012 and says she hasn’t looked back since. Not only does she have a gorgeous portfolio but a great blog that is packed with planning advice. She can assist with everything from helping you build a wedding day timeline to the ideal engagement session locations.

Ueda Photography

Ueda Photography was established more than 50 years ago in Brazil and is continued by the founder’s son, Romulo Ueda, in Madison today. Romulo says that he grew up immersed in the world of photography, with both parents working in the industry, and he learned the ins and outs of lighting at a very early age. At 16, he began to study photography and since graduating, has worked with numerous big-name companies that include Nestle, Coca Cola, and Toyota. Romulo was ranked as one of the Top 100 Fearless Photographers in 2020 and one look at his portfolio reveals why.

Azena Photography

Hillary Schave is the owner of Azena Photography and specializes in not only engagement sessions and weddings but also personal branding portraits, boudoir, and family sessions. She regularly shoots features and events for the local publication “Brava Magazine” and has also worked on commercial projects for jewelry and architecture brands. Hillary strongly believes in showing off your best self, whether it’s celebrating your engagement or a fun-filled business branding session.

Temerity Photography

Temerity Photography is an award-winning photography studio that’s owned and operated by Vanessa Hurr. While she’s currently based in Madison, she loves traveling around the United States documenting couples in love and the human connection of families. Her interest in photography began in a high school darkroom and she went on to earn a degree in photography from the Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale. In describing her approach, she says she is “attuned to moments that give life its depth; quiet reflection, playful anticipation, wistful expressions of love, the beauty and honesty wrapped in tender interaction”.

Katie Ricard Photography

Candid, timeless, and for the hopelessly in love is how Katie Ricard’s photography has been described. She says that she has wanted to be a photographer since receiving her first camera in middle school and absolutely loves being an engagement and wedding photographer. Originally from Ohio, she graduated from Columbia College Chicago in 2012 and moved to Madison shortly after where she established her business and “dream life”. Katie’s images have been featured by “Wisconsin Bride”, “The Knot” and “Bridal Musings”.

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