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My photography style is mostly documentary. I like to fade into the background and capture the real moments... the laughter, the tears, the love that people express when they don't know that someone is there with a camera. There are times when I do coordinate things... like during formal portraits, but otherwise, I try to blend in like a normal wedding guest. The majority of my photographs are just beautiful, genuine moments.

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Frequently asked questions

Which of the following are included in the starting price?

Slideshow
Albums

Which of the following are included in the price of your most popular wedding package?

Add'l Hours
High-Res Images
Slideshow
Albums
Digital Files
Proofs

What primary photographic style do you identify with?

Film
Natural
Photojournalism

What photography services do you offer?

Additional Hours
Destination / Travel
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
Second Shooter
Wedding Portraits

What photography items do you offer?

Albums
Canvas
Digital Files
Negatives
Prints
Proofs

Reviews of Bill Ellis Photography

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Vanessa Sent on 04/18/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Photographer!!!!

Bill is absolutely amazing! He took my engagement and wedding photos, and photographed my sisters wedding as well. Not only is he very down to earth and friendly, but the photos he takes are beyond excellent. He truly captures the emotion of a moment, and of the day! He's able to get absolutely stunning artistic shots, as well as the candids and fun moments. After looking at my wedding photos, a family member who missed the wedding said they felt as though they still got to be there just from the photos. I couldn't have been happier, and I would say stop your search for a wedding photographer and pick Bill! You will love your pictures!!
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Dana Sent on 12/08/2017
5 out of 5 rating
We couldn't be happier that we found Bill to shoot our wedding. From the very first correspondence, he was so timely and professional in his responses. He asked all the right questions that my husband and I hadn't even thought of. His sense of humor was a perfect match for us as it important to laugh throughout one of the biggest events of one's life that can often be stressful. His rates are extremely fair and he delivered our photos exactly when he said he would. We loved his style of photography, which is much less of the staged photo but captures the real emotion-filled moments. I would recommend Bill to anyone and everyone without hesitation!
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Candace Sent on 10/07/2017
5 out of 5 rating
We hit a couple snags with planning and had to make last minute changes to our schedule, and Bill was super flexible, helpful, and accomidating. Our wedding party had so much fun!!
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Chris Sent on 09/28/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Bill was our wedding photographer this past September. He responds in a timely manner, is very professional and organized. Our engagement photos were amazing, and he was simply the best photographer we have ever encountered. He deserves 10/10 stars, especially at the price he charges. His skills are top knotch and I wouldn't recommend anyone else. Thank you Bill for making our memories so perfect and for helping create an awesome day!
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Lisa Sent on 09/24/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Bill was an AMAZING photographer for our wedding. We would have not gone with anyone else. He was extremely professional and made everyone feel comfortable. Pictures can sometimes be long but not with bill he got them done very quickly so we could go on with the wedding and live in the moment. Bill and Ashley (second shooter) got many of the best candid photos of the day which in my opinion are the best pics! I would recommend bill 100% and hire him again in the future! Thank you bill for capturing our wedding day. We are sooo happy we had you!
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Danielle Sent on 06/14/2017
5 out of 5 rating
We can't say enough about how wonderful Bill and his assistant were. So pleasant and easy to work with!! We can't wait to see our pictures and have no doubt they will be phenomenal. He was creative, attentive and an amazing part of our whole ceremony and reception. Thank you Bill!!
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Sarah Sent on 05/24/2017
5 out of 5 rating
BOOK HIM. Bill was amazing. He went above and beyond. He really listened to what we wanted, even when it meant doing something a little different. The photos captured exactly the beauty of that day. I'm FOREVER grateful that we found him.
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Sarah Sent on 02/14/2017
5 out of 5 rating
We hired Bill for our wedding, and we couldn't have been happier! He was professional, communicative, reliable, and knowledgeable. He wrangled large groups for photos with ease and authority, but always being personable. I had several comments about how great our photographer was, and the groom's brother, who is planning his own wedding, asked for his name to possibly hire. I have nothing negative to say about our experience.
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Emily Sent on 01/18/2017
4.8 out of 5 rating
Bill was an amazing choice for our wedding photographer. He was so real, relatable, and accommodating on such a busy, crazy day. Our pictures came out amazing, all our friends and family rave about how they came out. We would 100% recommend Bill to anyone looking for a wonderful photographer to capture the best moments of any special day!
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Awards

9
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2018 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

1 Endorsement
A Barn A Barn Barn & Farm Weddings

Bill Ellis did some of the most beautiful pictures we have seen at our venue, A BARN. He is very talented and a pleasure to work with.

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Bill Ellis Photography frequently asked questions

Bill Ellis Photography includes the following photography services in the starting price:
  • Slideshow
  • Albums
Bill Ellis Photography includes the following photography services in their most popular wedding package:
  • Add'l Hours
  • High-Res Images
  • Slideshow
  • Albums
  • Digital Files
  • Proofs
Bill Ellis Photography offers the following photography styles:
  • Film
  • Natural
  • Photojournalism
Bill Ellis Photography offers the following photography services for weddings:
  • Additional Hours
  • Destination / Travel
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • Second Shooter
  • Wedding Portraits
Bill Ellis Photography offers the following photography materials for weddings:
  • Albums
  • Canvas
  • Digital Files
  • Negatives
  • Prints
  • Proofs
Bill Ellis Photography is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.
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