Wedding Photography Packages & Prices
What do you want to remember from your best day? Easy: all of it.
That’s why my wedding and elopement collections are designed with flexibility — from all-day coverage to intimate courthouse vows. Everything is buildable and customizable to fit the way your love unfolds. Because not every love story fits inside a box — and yours shouldn't have to either.
Let’s make space for the quiet magic and the loud joy. I’ll take care of the art. You focus on the memory-making.
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All day coverage begins 3-4 hours prior to ceremony, and ends 30 minutes to 1 hour into open dance. This ensures we’re not missing any important moments, start to finish. This collection covers 8 hours of continuous coverage, leaving room for buffers in case of spontaneous moments, because maybe you just really want McDonald’s after leaving the church - I’m here for all of it.
Most chosen collection.
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For more intimate celebrations with shorter desired timelines. This collection includes 4 hours of continuous coverage. Coverage typically begins 2-3 hours prior to ceremony, and ends 1 hour into reception.
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For celebrations that require less than 3 hours of coverage and take place on a Monday-Thursday, including 2 hours of continuous coverage.
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1 Photographer, previews within 7 days, online gallery with high & low resolution images, print release & access to gallery printshop, full gallery within 4-16 weeks, complimentary engagement session (excludes courthouse collection), curated timeline planning & assistance, travel is determined on a case by case basis
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Take a peek through my website, first and foremost. You can get to know me, check out my wedding photography packages, FAQs, swoon through my portfolio with live galleries on The Blog, and more.
Once you’ve done that, jot down all your questions (I’m down to play 20 questions — so bring them all) to share with me when we connect & come say hello! I’m so excited & honored you love my work + style. I can’t wait to connect!
We’ve connected—now it’s time for you to share all the details about your story! There’s no cap on how much you share; in fact, the more the merrier! We can continue via email, phone call, or FaceTime. My goal is to capture you + your love exactly as you are. That being said, tell me about yourself! Share all your plans and ask as many questions as you have.
We’re a match! I’m so glad we connected and we’re able to narrow down the package that fits your day best. Now it’s time to get locked in and enjoy the ride. To book your date, a signed contract and non-refundable 50% deposit is required. Once you’re all locked in, let’s get to planning!
You’re officially part of the NKP family! Now what? My initial check-in is jam-packed full of good planning details, preparation for wedding day, and engagement session brainstorming. When you hire me, you’re gaining 10 years of wedding industry experience where I’ve not only solely been a photographer, but a coordinator of timelines/humans/things, a seamstress when a button pops loose or a dress zipper detaches, and so much more. My knowledge is your knowledge - take advantage of it.
Hi, I’m Nicole and I’m a type C person — meaning my work is always type A, organized, an abundance of preparedness, and attention to detail. But, when I tell my own personal life stories, Imy brain works like a dog chasing a squirrel. After locking in your date, we’re already on track for multiple milestone check-ins. That initial check-in kicking off your photography experience, the start to your wedding year, 6 months to gather the finer details & hash out a rough timeline, 3 months to fine-tune timeline, 1 month because holy $#!+ — 30 days to go, and week of check-in just in case anything has shifted or you just need a human to dance with you.
The Engagement Session - the warm-up to wedding day & the best time to get to know one another on a personal and professional level. What are you comfortable with in front of the camera? How do I work behind the camera? Check out the “Why is the engagement session free?” detail below!
IT’S WEDDING DAY — I always share my personal contact details so in the event wedding morning begins and anyone needs something while I travel to you two, you can reach out. I’m packed and ready to go at least 2 days before with all 3 camera bodies (dual card slots for extra insurance), my lighting setup, 14 batteries, a sewing kit (I use this almost every wedding), emergency kit, and probably 92 back-ups to each (because preparedness). Your only job today — be present in your moments. I’ll handle the rest.
When the morning light rises the day after, I’ll be triple backing up your images and beginning the post-processing. The wedding blues hit me hard, so you can absolutely expect sneak peeks in your inbox in the next weeks time because I’m already ready to relive the day again. You can expect your full gallery in the next 4-16 weeks, perfectly curated and fine-tuned to be worthy of your family archives.
It is so important to me, that we stay in touch. We’ve been on this journey likely for 6+ months as a team, and I’m itching to see where the next one takes you two after beginning forever. Cheers to your once in a lifetime love and all you two will accomplish and experience. I’m so very grateful to be a friend and have had the privilege to witness your love story.
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It’s the warm-up to wedding day!
A chance for us to get to know each other, shake off the nerves, and have a dang good time before your big day. Engagement sessions are about way more than photographs—they’re about getting comfy in front of the camera, learning how I shoot & time for me to know you two, and building that trust so day-of feels like I’m just your professional third wheel (with snacks, stories about my dogs, kids, and husband, and a camera I never put down).
Because let’s be real—no one wants a total stranger all up in their space for 8+ hours. This time together helps you feel relaxed, confident, and like you.
I highly encourage being your weird, wonderful selves. Wanna shake your ass in a freshly harvested field? Do it. Wanna pop champagne and scream “WE’RE FREAKIN’ GETTING MARRIED” at the top of your lungs? I’m there. This is a judgment-free, all-in, celebrate-you space.
Each session is completely tailored to your story. Location? Up to you (with my help if you want it). Outfits? Totally your call—I’ll help guide you if you’re stuck. The goal is for everything to feel like you.
Sessions can be quick and sweet at 30 minutes or we can hang until the sun goes down—especially if we’re chasing golden light or down to sip a couple beers after you’ve officially made out in a meadow. Whatever feels right for your vibe, I’m here for it.
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50 images per coverage hour is a perfect rough estimate. For example, the ‘All Day Wedding Collection’ can expect to have a total of 400 images minimum to 500+ in a full gallery. There is never a cap on the maximum number of images as every day is different.
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Easy answer, yes! You are welcome to add a second photographer ($825.00) to join your team, as well as additional continuous coverage hours ($150.00/hr) for a maximum of 12 hours. I highly recommend utilizing the package that best fits your dreams to begin with.
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I’m always up for a dual celebration on a holiday weekend (Friday-Sunday - $500.00). This includes New Year's Eve, New Year's Day, Easter, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve & Day.
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Yes, yes, and yes. I’ve traveled with my couples all across the United States in years past. From the Midwest's cornfields, the Great Smoky Mountains of North Carolina and Tennessee, hiking through Ohio's Hocking Hills, Martha's Vineyard and various spots on the East Coast, and ventured through Denver and its surrounding areas. Wherever your love is the loudest - I’m there!
All of my traveling weddings receive a custom proposal including all travel (mileage, fuel, hotel or accommodations, flights, rental vehicle, transportation, food, baggage fees, parking fees, and other related expenses, if applicable), and then I complete all of the booking for my own travel to take it off your plate.
Travel fees are location-dependent and determined on a case by case basis.
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If it's me you want present for your life memories (insert me dancing like a lunatic), I require a non-refundable retainer (50%)and a signed contract to lock you in on my calendar.
Wedding photography is on 3 split payment schedule. The first payment is a non-refundable retainer (50% of your total). The 2nd payment (25%) is due at the midpoint, and the 3rd and final payment (25%) is due 1 week prior to your event date.
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Life happens, I get it. If you need some flexibility in regards to your payments, make sure to let me know ahead of time. I do offer a delayed final payment 1 week post-event-date. The only stipulation is that zero post-processing will begin until final payment is completed.
I want you two to be able to instill a trust in me that allows you to know, your images will reflect your love-story exactly as-it-is.
Photography gives me a view into those sacred, fleeting pieces of life — where love lives unfiltered, and stories are preserved with intention.
Is Nicole Kilday the right fit?
My art thrives in friendship. I don’t say this lightly and if you’ve worked with myself or my team, you know I’m here to be more than ‘hired help’. At my core, the human connection is what drives me and my art. Sharing my empathy and investing wholly into each human I come into contact with is where my heart takes root. My goal as a professional, is to show up as a friend first. This gives me solid ground to stand on to know how to truthfully document your story(ies) & a unique approach to storytelling by using my art as a way to explore, experiment, evolve, and deepen my connections with others.
I believe art is ever-evolving, just as we all are as humans. It ebbs & flows, the same way each chapter in love does. This also means there are no standards or norms my art will ever fall into, as I continue to grow, learn, and change as an artist through my own life experiences and lessons. After all, it wouldn’t be true to you if I followed trends, or photographed every session/milestone from a Pinterest board checklist. My art is meant to fully encapsulate your memories, and bring you back to exactly how it felt in those moments.
I believe everyone deserves a seat at my table. All are welcome here.
Most importantly, I understand selecting a photographer is a big decision, and believe you should be able to make that choice with 100% certainty. My job is for you to love your images and the experience - nothing less. If my art doesn’t speak to you in more ways than just a pretty picture, that is OKAY. These images will last longer than our lifetime, and I want your story to be told in a way that portrays your memories exactly as they are and were - from your sun kissed skin all the way to the butterflies in your stomach. You should be able to not only see, but feel your memories.

“Nicole is a dream of a human to work with. She is easy going, intuitive, and truly an artist. I wouldn't have chosen anyone else to capture my love the way she did. 11/10 recommend.”
Love, on the blog & portfolio
YAY! You’re here! I do thing’s a little differently here. I want to be sure I’m guiding you in the best direction to finding your best fit artist. The blog is the best place to begin! Here, you can find the finer details of what it’s like to work with me, planning/preparation pieces, photography session resources, and real love stories that unraveled in front of my camera. I want you to feel empowered and inspired when you begin your photography experience, so take a peek!