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MINNESOTA WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER

for couples drawn to beautiful light, genuine connection, and moments that unfold naturally.

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Photographing events in Minnesota and worldwide

An elevated wedding photography experience grounded in faith, guided by emotion, and centered on how your day truly feels.

Minnesota Wedding Photographer, Leah Welch, headshot. Owner of LKW Photography.

Your wedding day deserves your presence, not your to-do list.


I believe the best experiences are built on preparation, communication, and trust long before the wedding day ever arrives.

Together, we’ll talk through priorities, timing, and the moments that matter most to you. I’ll handle the organization, guide the flow of the day, and ensure everything is thoughtfully covered so you’re free to relax and fully enjoy it with the ones you love.

On the day itself, my approach is equal parts joyful and intentional. I celebrate the big moments, cherish the quiet moments, and create a calm, seamless experience that allows you to stay connected from start to finish.

Because when you feel at ease, your photographs reflect it.

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  • Wedding invitation sure by Fior Design, with blue floral design, surrounded by white high-heeled shoes with pearl details, pink flowers, a small pink jewelry box, a perfume bottle, and decorative pearls on a white veil.
  • A bride and bridesmaids, walking outdoors on grass with a modern building with large glass windows behind them.
  • A wedding dress hanging on a trellis decorated with flowers, surrounded by white chairs on a grassy lawn, under a clear blue sky.
  • A bride with dark, wavy hair getting her makeup done by a makeup artist, who is applying lipstick with a brush. Black an white photo.
  • Multiple people standing in a row holding bouquets of flowers, decorated for an outdoor wedding or event.
  • A bride in a white wedding gown holding a bouquet of flowers standing outside a building with large windows.
  • A wedding procession outdoors on a grassy field with a woman in a wedding dress holding a bouquet, a man in a gray suit, and four women in pastel dresses holding smaller bouquets, walking and smiling on a sunny day with a backdrop of trees.
  • A bride in a white wedding dress with a full skirt and floral embellishments stands in a room with four friends helping her prepare. The friends are wearing matching blue and white floral dresses, and they are arranging the fabric of the skirt. The room has wooden trim, a mirror, and decorative items on shelves.
  • A white wedding dress hanging on a hook in front of a mirror in a room with wooden shelves and a window.
The wedding process and what it looks like to work with wedding photographer, LKW Photography

Investment

Wedding collections begin at $4000 for full wedding day coverage

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FEATURED TESTIMONIAL

Black an white photo taken of a bride and groom by Minneapolis photographer, Leah Welch, of LKW Photography

“…She brought such a warm, grounding energy, and somehow balanced professionalism with being a total joy to be around. And the photos? Beyond anything we could have imagined. Every image captured the emotion, laughter, and little in-between moments that made our day so special. Choosing wedding vendors can be overwhelming, but choosing Leah was the easiest and best decision we made… one I would make a hundred times over.”

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THE BLOG: Inspiration, Tips + Real Stories

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HOW TO BUILD YOUR WEDDING DAY TIMELINE

With and without first look

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HOW TO FEEL NATURAL IN YOUR WEDDING PHOTOS

Even if you think you’re awkward

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Green pistachio macarons on a glass cake stand at a dessert buffet, taken by Minnesota Wedding Photographer LKW Photography.

WHY YOU SHOULD HIRE A WEDDING PLANNER

7 reasons you need a planner

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