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I want to take the photos that are still hanging on your walls when you’re 75.
My style blends a classic elegant look with charming, quirky portraiture. I’m inspired and driven to capture your personality in your photos. My goal is to capture real & honest emotion, and create timeless photographs that will withstand the test of time.
I want your wedding photography experience with me to be simple.
The many ins-&-outs of a wedding day each deserve to be captured and remembered. I will tell your whole story. You shouldn’t need to worry about squeezing your entire day into a small timeframe, and with me you don’t have to. Most packages comes with 8 hours of coverage, and a second shooter.
Simplicity is also what keeps my pricing affordable. You won’t find a box of heart-shaped chocolates nestled in “Pin-worthy” faux-moss along with your wedding photos, but I will work tirelessly documenting your big day and provide you with images that capture your personality and the love you share. I don’t out-source any work: I’m the one that will meet with you, I’m the one photographing your wedding, I’m the one going through the thousands of photos we take together, and I’m the one hand editing each individual image.
In photographing for over 10 years, I’ve found the most reward shooting weddings. The result of working closely with my clients, then seeing what the photos I’ve captured mean to them after the wedding is not only professionally satisfying, but also emotionally fulfilling. If you’re looking for a trained, experienced, creative professional who is emotionally invested in documenting your day at a realistic price, I’d love to grab a coffee with you.
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Frequently asked questions
Which of the following are included in the starting price?
2nd Shooter
Add'l Hours
High-Res Images
Multi. Locations
One Event / Day
Slideshow
Toning
Digital Files
Which of the following are included in the price of your most popular wedding package?
2nd Shooter
Add'l Hours
Multi. Locations
One Event / Day
Slideshow
Toning
Albums
Digital Files
What primary photographic style do you identify with?
Contemporary
Photojournalism
Traditional
What photography services do you offer?
Additional Hours
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
One Event / Day
Second Shooter
What photography items do you offer?
Albums
Canvas
Digital Files
Flush Mount
Matted Prints
Prints
Proofs
Save the Date
Thank You Cards
Reviews of Jesse Speelman Photography
Alyssa Sent on 04/23/2022
5 out of 5 rating
Incredibly talented!
We were truly impressed with Jesse and his work through the entire process from engagement photos to wedding. We were so impressed not just with the beautiful photos, but also with how he handled the chaos of a pandemic wedding and postponement. He was super responsive via email when we had to make a change. He is so natural with knowing where to take the best photos, how to get the best shots, and making the most of the short amount of time you have to take photos at any given point of your wedding day. I think what stands out the most though is the "artistic candids" we got back from our wedding day-all the little moments we had no idea were going on. They are some of my favorite photos from the wedding and I think what sets apart a good photographer from a truly great one. Definitely would recommend Jesse to any metro Detroit couple getting married!
Sunny Sent on 10/30/2021
5 out of 5 rating
Fun, Talented, Comforting Experience
Jesse is an amazing photographer. He was so professional and gave me so many tips on how to pose. He made my experience so much fun even when I was super flustered with everything that was going on. I would HIGHLY recommend him for any of my friend’s weddings !
Amber Sent on 06/28/2021
5 out of 5 rating
The best photographer, hands down.
esse is amazing! Wedding planning during the pandemic was both exhausting and uncertain; however, one thing we were absolutely certain of was having Jesse capture our Big Day. I found Jesse through a close friend and I was instantly obsessed with his work for her wedding. I could go on and on about how wonderful he truly is, but I think it's important to point out some of his best qualities. Aside from his AMAZING work, Jesse is prompt in responding, organized, flexible, and super friendly. He helped in making our day flow effortlessly and captured everything I asked for AND more. My family and friends also loved him and his work and will be using him in the future to help capture their special moments. My husband and I HIGHLY recommend Jesse. His photos have us in awe and we are forever grateful that we have these memories to look back on!
Kimberly Sent on 05/08/2021
5 out of 5 rating
Wonderful experience
We had such a great experience working with Jesse! We spent a long time looking at different photographers before deciding on Jesse and so glad we did. Jesse was easy to work with, got along great with everyone and was very flexible when our plans had to change due to covid. Our pictures were delivered promptly, turned out great, and will be cherished by us forever. Highly recommend you book Jesse for your wedding!
Tessa Sent on 04/29/2021
5 out of 5 rating
More than just beautiful photos!
Jesse was nothing but wonderful to work with! He was generous, considerate, and flexible when we decided to adjust our plans due to the pandemic. Jesse was always easy to contact, and never left us waiting for a reply. My family hardly ever takes photos, but Jesse was able to guide us through different poses and made everyone feel comfortable and genuinely enjoy the time spent. I chose to book Jesse because of his ability to capture sincere emotion in his photography, and part of that talent is him creating those moments for people! I am so glad that I was able to hire Jesse because he not only took our photos, but he created an experience for us that was fun and full of love. I spent most of my planning looking for the perfect photographer, and I feel certain that Jesse is the absolute best choice!
Kerin Sent on 03/23/2020
5 out of 5 rating
We love Jesse!
Jesse was a huge part in making our day absolutely PERFECT! From day one he was easy to work with, stress-free, and professional. And on top of those must-haves, he is just generally a fun and enjoyable person to have around. If you are anything like me and my husband, being in front of a camera is intimidating and uncomfortable. Jesse made all of those anxious feelings go away and by the end of both our engagement session and our wedding day, it felt so natural to have Jesse snapping photos of us.
Not only was Jesse an awesome contribution to the vibe of our wedding, but he got our photos back to us in ONE WEEK! That is unheard of! The photos were absolutely stunning and we will cherish them for a very long time. It felt like Jesse was seeing the wedding through my own eyes, his photos were exactly what I had hoped for!
I honestly would recommend Jesse to anyone looking for a photographer and hope to have the opportunity to work with him again in the future.
Thanks Jesse, you seriously rock!
Not only was Jesse an awesome contribution to the vibe of our wedding, but he got our photos back to us in ONE WEEK! That is unheard of! The photos were absolutely stunning and we will cherish them for a very long time. It felt like Jesse was seeing the wedding through my own eyes, his photos were exactly what I had hoped for!
I honestly would recommend Jesse to anyone looking for a photographer and hope to have the opportunity to work with him again in the future.
Thanks Jesse, you seriously rock!
Logan Sent on 11/08/2019
5 out of 5 rating
Simply wonderful
Jesse was truly the best. SO genuine, nice, professional, and experienced. He truly has an artistic mind that captured the most romantic moments of our special day. He made my husband and I and our friends and family feel at ease. He was very prepared and had great ideas and suggestions. He was honestly the best to work with and I could not be happier with the way the photos turned out. I will cherish them forever and we are so glad we chose him to capture those memories. Thanks, Jesse!
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Jesse Speelman Photography frequently asked questions
Jesse Speelman Photography includes the following photography services in the starting price:
- 2nd Shooter
- Add'l Hours
- High-Res Images
- Multi. Locations
- One Event / Day
- Slideshow
- Toning
- Digital Files
Jesse Speelman Photography includes the following photography services in their most popular wedding package:
- 2nd Shooter
- Add'l Hours
- Multi. Locations
- One Event / Day
- Slideshow
- Toning
- Albums
- Digital Files
Jesse Speelman Photography offers the following photography styles:
- Contemporary
- Photojournalism
- Traditional
Jesse Speelman Photography offers the following photography services for weddings:
- Additional Hours
- Engagement Shoot
- High-Res Images
- One Event / Day
- Second Shooter
Jesse Speelman Photography offers the following photography materials for weddings:
- Albums
- Canvas
- Digital Files
- Flush Mount
- Matted Prints
- Prints
- Proofs
- Save the Date
- Thank You Cards
Jesse Speelman 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.