ELEVATE YOUR WEDDING FOR LESS - LIMITED AVAILABILITY FOR 2026... REQUEST PRICING TODAY!
Des Moines, IA
ELEVATE YOUR WEDDING FOR LESS - LIMITED AVAILABILITY FOR 2026... REQUEST PRICING TODAY!
Des Moines, IA
Capturing every moment of your wedding day is a big deal. Picking the right wedding photographer in Des Moines plays a huge role in how you’ll remember your celebration. You want someone who understands your vision, your style, and the vibe you want your photos to reflect.
Complete Weddings + Events brings together talented photographers who know how to preserve your memories from your special day. Whether you’re going for an elegant and polished look or something more relaxed, the result will be photos that portray your personality.
We have many types of wedding photographers, and all of them combine art and storytelling to capture significant life moments.
Find The Right FitWith multiple price points, find the best package for you.
See Availability & PricingPlanning big events should be fun, not overwhelming. When you work with Complete Weddings + Events, you get a team that listens to your ideas and brings them to life while keeping the process simple.
We’ve spent years mastering the craft of event and wedding photography in Des Moines and the surrounding areas in Iowa. And with multiple package options, we can meet your photography needs with fun and flair.
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Your wedding day deserves photos that tell your story with emotion and artistry. With our Des Moines wedding photographers behind the lens, you get timeless images you’ll enjoy for years to come.
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From conferences to company celebrations, we provide polished, professional photography that highlights your brand, your team, and your event’s key moments.
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From birthdays to graduations and even backyard barbecues, we make every event feel a little more special. Why not have some fun with it?
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School dances, sports, award ceremonies, and graduations, we’re there for all the big moments in the school year. Let us help you celebrate.
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Big milestones deserve to be celebrated right. We’ll help you plan so you can actually enjoy your child’s Bar or Bat Mitzvah without missing a thing.
Learn MoreYes, all of our photographers are professionals and are able to give direction for you and your family/bridal party/friends. You’re able to work with them ahead of time to make sure they know of specific shots you’d like captured on your special day.
We want everyone to feel beautiful and think that they look their best on this special day!
It may take up to 8-12 weeks (during peak wedding season) for our post-production team to edit your photos and publish your gallery!
If you and your partner are getting ready in two different locations, we do recommend having a second shooter. Having them for a minimum of 4 hours allows us to be able to capture both of the getting ready events, both wedding parties and family photos in a timely manner, and both reactions for the wedding ceremony (from the viewpoint of guests and from the altar). With so much going on before the actual wedding reception, it is a huge benefit to have a second photographer for the morning events, through the wedding ceremony, and family photos. After that, one photographer is absolutely able to capture everything you need.
Your photographer will reach out to you approximately one month from your wedding date to set up a time to go over all the details for your special day! They’ll also help you finalize your timeline, taking into account the moments during your day that you want photographed.
Receiving a full print release of your photographs is always a good idea so you can print the photos without a watermark- anywhere, at any time you need. We give you these full rights to get your photos printed wherever you’d like. We also provide you with your photos in an online gallery so you can easily order prints, albums and other memorabilia. At Complete Weddings + Events, our goal is to shoot photos for you to have as a forever keepsake.
The price of a wedding photographer varies depending on length of service requested and the date and location of event(s). The average Complete Weddings + Events wedding photographer is hired for 8 hours. Our wedding photographers typically cost between $1,895 and $3,295 depending on the date, length of time and location of event(s).
Unfortunately, our contracted hours are consecutive and not able to be split up on one single day. If there is downtime, our team of photographers and videographers will be capturing footage of guests, décor, venue, and unique details of the day.
Gratuity is not included in the price of your service. Whatever you feel is best to tip your professional(s) at the end of the night is up to you! While 10% to 20% tips for wedding vendors is a guide; nothing is expected, but it’s always appreciated!
If you need more time than what you booked prior to your event, you’re able to add time on at any point (even the night-of) with any service for an additional charge! Just let us know, and we’ll take care of you on your special day!
