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Kara Volle Photography

5 out of 5 stars and 111 reviews
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Chicago, IL / St. Louis, MO / Worldwide

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About This Vendor

Authentic & Photojournalistic Wedding Photography

Kara Volle Photography is an award-winning wedding photographer based out of Chicago, IL. Specializing in photojournalistic and contemporary styles, they will work with you to capture your authentic love story and retell it for generations to come. With emotionally impactful and artfully created images, clients can relive their wedding day and adorn their homes with treasured memories. Husband and wife duo Kara and Daniel have been visual storytellers since 2013. They love blending their creativity, technical skill, and patience when documenting your special day. With this dynamic duo by your side, you will receive gorgeous images preserving all the best moments from your wedding day. Kara Volle Photography offers a number of photography packages to suit your needs and budget. The team provides in-depth consultations to discuss your vision and plans for your celebration. In addition to wedding photography, Kara and Daniel offer engagement, portrait, boudoir, and anniversary sessions. Final images can be delivered in various forms, including curated albums, prints, canvases, digital files, thank-you cards, and much more. To ensure nothing is missed, they provide timeline planning assistance with all wedding packages to ensure you have the necessary amount of coverage.

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Business Attributes
Woman-owned Business
Destination Weddings
Destination Wedding Packages
Photo Shoot Types
Bridal Portraits, Engagement, Trash The Dress
Photo & Video
Digital Files, Online Proofing, Photo, Printed Enlargements, Second Shooter Available, Social Media Sharing, Wedding Albums
Photo & Video Styles
Artistic, Classic, Documentary, Dramatic, Lifestyle, Modern
Wedding Activities
Getting Engaged, Rehearsals & Parties, After Party, Wedding
Awards and Affiliations
Hall of Fame2022 Best of Weddings Winner2021 Best of Weddings Winner2020 Best of Weddings Winner2019 Best of Weddings Winner2018 Best of Weddings Winner2017 Best of Weddings Winner2016 Best of Weddings Winner

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Kara Volle Photography Reviews

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Reviewed On 8/23/2023 by Sarah K
Kara and Daniel were the perfect addition to our day. Their organization was amazing and they really went above and beyond to help us, not only the day of, but in preparation of our day. Their kindness and flexibility was truly appreciated. 10...
/10 would recommend!!
Response from the Vendor on 08/23/2023
Sarah thank you for your review! We loved working with you guys and documenting your special day! I love that we were able to work in some fun touches like a trip for ice cream with the wedding party :-) Glad that we could help during the plann...
ing and be a part of making sure everything went well day of. Best wishes to you guys! oxoxo
Reviewed On 8/13/2023 by Mary B
Kara was a dream come true when it came to wedding photography. I couldn’t have imagined a better photography experience. She and her husband, Daniel, made the perfect photography pair. She went above and beyond, not only in capturing pictures ...
that we’ll cherish forever, but as well as ensuring that we were comfortable, hydrated, and if we needed any breaks. And I MUST mention that her turn around time is out of this world.. We got our photos back within a couple weeks of our wedding. I could go on and on about how great she is.
Response from the Vendor on 08/14/2023
Thank you so much Mary for your kind words! It has been such a joy working with you and Tom and having the opportunity to capture these memories for you! I appreciated our mutual love of organization and was so happy to see everything come toge...
ther for you guys after all your hardworking planning :-) I wish you guys a lifetime of happiness and look forward to designing your wedding album soon!! Congrats again!
Reviewed On 5/18/2023 by Brooke T
We could not have asked for a better photographer for our wedding!! After the first phone meeting we had with Kara, we knew she was the perfect fit for us! She is organized, detailed-oriented, and very quick to respond. She made sure everythi...
ng was planned far in advance, which was greatly appreciated! When we met Kara for our engagement session, she made us feel comfortable in front of the camera and it was good practice for wedding day! We are in love with our wedding photos! Kara and her husband Daniel did an amazing job and are very talented! All of our special moments were captured in the perfect way. Kara has a super quick turn around time. She had all of our photos sent to us before we even got back from our honeymoon! Also, it was important to us to include our dog in our engagement and wedding photos. Kara did a great job of making that happen. She had many ideas to incorporate him into the photos and they are absolutely perfect! We highly recommend Kara and would love to have her photograph all of our big life events in the future!!
Response from the Vendor on 05/18/2023
This really made my day! Thank you Brooke and Ryan for your very kind words! It has been so great having the chance to work with you both and getting to know you and your sweet dog Wayland! I'm so glad to hear that you had a great experience fr...
om start to finish and that you guys are enjoying your wedding photos :-) You planned such a fun celebration and I am glad that Wayland could be part of both your engagement session and wedding day - he did so great running down the aisle! Wishing you both the best as you start your married lives together! oxoxox
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Reviewed On 4/30/2023 by Emily C
Kara was so so amazing!!! We are so glad we chose her and Daniel to capture our wedding. From the initial virtual meeting with Kara, we both felt so comfortable and confident with her. She made us so comfortable at our engagement shoot and that...
continued into our wedding day. She did an amazing job with pre-wedding timeline prep, and we stuck to the timeline exactly day of. Not only are all the photos amazing, but her turnaround time is so speedy! I cannot say enough good things about our entire experience with Kara and Daniel! I would highly recommend her to any couple planning their wedding.
Response from the Vendor on 04/30/2023
Emily you are so kind! Thank you so much of your wonderful review! We are so glad that we could make the process smooth from beginning to end and also that we could help to make you guys feel comfortable in front of the camera :-) You and Scott...
had such a special celebration and we are happy to hear that the timeline assistance was so beneficial during the planning and day of! We wish you guys every happiness together, and thank you again for trusting us to capture your special day!
Reviewed On 3/29/2023 by Allison L
Working with Kara and Daniel for our photographs was truly the best experience we could have had! From the first time we spoke with Kara about taking the photographs, she made everything so simple and easy for us. Being someone who gets very se...
lf conscious taking pictures and doesn't generally like having pictures taken, it's always stressful going into a photo session, but Kara and Daniel are amazing. They made us feel so comfortable, putting us right at ease and really allowing us to enjoy the moment! Not only that but we got our images back incredibly quickly and they were BEAUTIFUL. Looking at the pictures you can feel the love, emotion, and energy of the moment. Coupled with Kara's beautiful eye for detail, the images are amazing. Truly the only thing difficult about working with Kara and Daniel was choosing which pictures we liked best! I cannot say enough wonderful things about our experience with them, and we cannot recommend Kara and Daniel enough!
Response from the Vendor on 04/11/2023
Thank you so much for your kind words Allison!! It was truly such a pleasure working with you, Jaime, and your precious dog Murphy! I am so glad to hear that we were able to give you guys a great experience and help you to feel comfortable and ...
have fun in front of the camera! Thank you for trusting us to capture this special time for you guys and we are so thrilled that you are loving your pictures! Congrats again to you guys and thank you for choosing us! oxoxo
Reviewed On 2/23/2023 by Taylor B
There aren’t enough stars for Kara and Daniel! These two were the absolute dream team. We were so blessed to have such incredible vendors for our dream wedding. When I started the wedding planning process, I knew our photographer was by far one...
of the most important decisions and definitely one where we wanted the bulk of our budget to go towards. Your photographer is one of the most important investments as you will cherish those photos for lifetimes to come. I researched SO many photographers and exhausted so many other great options, but ultimately came down to Kara and Daninel. We have so many friends that are all shades of the rainbow and we wanted to make sure everyone was cast in the best light. It’s challenging to make sure everyone is edited and captured in the best way when you’re working with such a diverse group like ours. One of the many reasons I chose Kara and Daniel was because of their diverse portfolio. I really wanted to make sure all our diverse friends and family were represented beautifully just as they are. I also chose them because of their true, timeless quality. Nowadays, you definitely see the trends of the light, airy, bright style with wedding photos, which are stunning. You also see a lot of wedding photos that almost seem to have a filtered look to them, which are also very lovely. But we wanted a very timeless, elegant, classic look that would be true to color and that is just what Kara and Daniel deliver. Our photos turned out absolutely breathtaking and we are thrilled! Couldn’t have asked for anything more. Being very detail-oriented myself, I wanted a photographer that was also very attentive to the detail. One theme you will find as you read through other reviews is their impeccable organization. Kara was so organized and paid such close attention to the details, timeline and planning of both our engagement session and wedding day. We had specific photos, poses, visions, and vibes for some of our looks and photos and she really checked all the boxes and delivered. For that we are forever grateful! Photos are not something you can go back and redo. The moment is there and gone, so we really to make sure we got it right and they truly nailed it! When I tell you I spent weeks researching photographers and interviewing numerous people, I’m not lying. I chose them for several reasons. You will not regret your investment with Kara and Daniel! They are so professional and talented at what they do.
Response from the Vendor on 02/23/2023
Taylor thank you so much for your wonderful review! It really means so much to us that we were able to make your engagement and wedding dreams come true! So glad that our organization and detail-oriented style were helpful and appreciated by yo...
u guys from the start! We have really enjoyed working with you and Freddie and also appreciated all the thought and effort you guys put into the planning and were beyond thrilled to see it all come to life. It has been great getting to know you both, and we are honored that we were able to document these exciting times in your love story! Wishing you guys every happiness, congrats again!
Reviewed On 1/06/2023 by Marissa C
Kara did an amazing job! She is very professional and organized, and played a huge role in helping everything run smoothly on our special day. We are so happy with our pictures!
Response from the Vendor on 01/07/2023
Thank you for your kind words Marissa! It has been so wonderful working with you both and getting to know you guys throughout the process! I am so glad that I could be of help in the planning process and assisting in making the day-of a success...
:-) Thank you for choosing me to preserve your memories! Congrats again to you and Adam!!!
Reviewed On 12/14/2022 by Lauren Z
From the first phone conversation, I knew Kara was the best choice to capture our day! She was so accommodating and patient when we had to reschedule our engagement session due to weather, I knew she would handle our wedding day perfectly with ...
whatever came our way (like extreme cold!). Kara and Daniel are a great team together and made us feel comfortable in front of the camera with every shot. Bonus, Kara was able to have our pictures ready so quickly! Couldn't recommend this duo enough!
Response from the Vendor on 12/14/2022
Lauren + Nick, thank you guys SO much for choosing us to photograph your engagement session and wedding day! It has been so great working with you guys and we have really enjoyed getting to know you both! You guys were such good sports in the c...
old weather, and by trusting us, you really made our jobs easy! I won't soon forget all of the fun elements that you incorporated into your day, such as the musical performance by the same band that played at your parents' wedding, live painting, and light wands! PS: So glad those light wands arrived from Hong Kong the night before - truly a miracle LOL! We wish you guys the best as you start your married lives together and thank you again for choosing us to capture your memories!
Reviewed On 12/02/2022 by Caitie M
There aren’t enough words to express how amazing Kara and Daniel were on our wedding day!! Not even just on the wedding day but from the minute we booked her as our photographer it was like a weight was lifted off our shoulders. Wedding plannin...
g is stressful enough but Kara planned the entire day out down to the *minute* AND collaborated with all of our vendors so we didn’t have to do anything but enjoy our special day. And the photo turnaround time? LESS THAN TWO WEEKS. The photos are stunning, timeless, and absolutely perfect. Kara and Daniel captured the most special, hilarious, and meaningful moments and were incredible to work with! I can’t stress this enough; do not walk, RUN to book Kara and Daniel for your wedding!!!
Response from the Vendor on 12/02/2022
Awwww Caitie + Andy thank you so much!! The feeling is definitely mutual - we loved working with you as well! So happy to hear that our planning assistance was such a help during throughout the process and day-of! We had a blast documenting you...
r special day and are so glad that you are loving your photos! Congrats again to you guys and thank you for choosing us to photograph your best day ever!!
Reviewed On 10/25/2022 by Brenna M
Kara and Daniel deserve more than 5 stars! From our first meeting my now husband and I immediately clicked with Kara. When we met with Kara in person for our engagement session, she made some of the most awkward people in front of the camera in...
to literal MODELS! After our engagement session, we became even more excited to have Kara and Daniel capture our wedding day. Throughout the planning process, Kara was very responsive to any questions or concerns that I had. She gave us a timeline that allowed for plenty of photos and even some buffer in case we were running late. We received our full gallery (over 800 photos!) 2 weeks after our wedding! Our photos are absolutely stunning and I cannot thank Kara enough for giving us the gift of being able to relive our wedding day for years to come!
Response from the Vendor on 10/25/2022
Brenna, thank you so much for your kind words! From the very start we have been thrilled to have the opportunity to work with you guys and capture your engagement session and wedding day! I am so glad that our timeline planning assistance was h...
elpful and that it helped to ensure that everything went smoothly day of :-) And of course so happy to hear that you have been loving your photos - looking forward to designing your wedding album soon! Congrats again to you and Jason!
Reviewed On 10/24/2022 by Paige B
Make sure you read the contract!! She will not give you back any money already paid out if you want to cancel over a year out because you didn’t like the photos she did or how she interacted with you for your engagement session.
Response from the Vendor on 10/24/2022
My contracts are extremely clear and transparent, my cancellation policy is one which is common in the industry. Clients that desire to cancel services are able to, but retainers and payments made prior to cancellation are non-refundable as sta...
ted in the contract which you initialed next to in acknowledgement. Upcoming payments due more than 30 days out from cancellation are forgiven, which I reminded you of and I promptly cancelled your contract while we were on the phone. The reason for this is that we are holding your date for many months or years and turning down other potential business for the date. Not only that, we are providing timeline and planning assistance, answering questions, as well as completing engagement sessions, etc during this time. I was very shocked by your comments about not liking your engagement photos or our interaction as you seemed to be having a great time during your session. I always go above and beyond with my clients and have worked tirelessly with you since you booked with us in February, answering your telephone calls day and night to answer your questions and assist in the planning for your engagement session and wedding day. I stand by the quality of your photos and know that I could not have done anything differently to satisfy you. I wish you the best.
Reviewed On 10/12/2022 by Ricardo P
We had the privilege of working with Kara and Daniel on our wedding day at the Missouri Botanical Garden. From start to finish, Kara was professional, organized, communicative, flexible, and friendly. When we first met in person for our engagem...
ent photoshoot, she made us feel comfortable right away and provided clear directions for different poses throughout the session. Kara is incredibly talented and has an eye for great shots. She captured amazing backdrops, angles, and lighting on our wedding day. She has strong attention to detail and took the perfect balance of candids and posed photos throughout the day. Additionally, Kara is very familiar with the Missouri Botanical Garden and chose perfect areas for shots. We couldn’t have hoped for a better photographer to document our special day and are so happy that we were able to work with Kara and Daniel. We love our photos, and our family and friends have expressed to us how impressed they are with our photographer.
Response from the Vendor on 10/12/2022
Thank you so much Ricky and Suzana for your kind words! It has been an absolute pleasure working with you and we are thrilled to hear that we could give you guys a great experience AND great photos! We loved all of the special details that you ...
planned for your ceremony and reception and it was truly a joy to capture :-) Thank you again for trusting us to capture your engagement session and wedding day!
Reviewed On 6/21/2022 by Aly H
Kara felt like my partner in crime planning our wedding. She was beyond helpful from day 1 in helping us establish our wedding day timeline. She raised questions I did not even think to ask our vendors. She was consistently professional and or...
ganized throughout the process. I was skeptical at first to do an engagement session but we approached it as practice for our wedding day photos and I'm so glad we did! She truly made us feel so comfortable (when we are so NOT comfortable having pics taken of us!). When the wedding day arrived, she was instrumental in making sure the wedding party got from point A to B to take photos. Once the ceremony started, Kara & Daniel disappeared in the best way possible - they did not block any guests views, they weren't in any guests faces to take photos... they blended in with the crowd but were right there if you needed them. Kara turns around the photos in about 2 weeks, too, and the photos are truly stunning. We cannot thank them enough and hope to work with them again in the future!
Response from the Vendor on 06/21/2022
Truly, thank you so much Aly for your wonderful review! It has been so great working with you guys throughout the planning process and I am glad that we could make things easy and comfortable for you guys during engagement session and wedding d...
ay! So happy to hear that we achieved the right mix of blending in and being available during the day :-) We are thrilled that you are enjoying your photos and definitely hope to have the opportunity to work with you guys again! Congrats again to you and Dave!!!!
Reviewed On 5/20/2022 by Katherine S
Kara and Daniel are just the bees knees :) Two of my old classmates (both extremely intelligent women) chose them for their wedding and their pictures were absolutely gorgeous so I knew I was in good hands but wow, if they aren't just the nices...
t, easy-going most awesome people to work with on top of that. My husband hates with a fiery passion having his picture taken but you would never know from our engagement photos and our sneak peak wedding pics. They made him feel totally at ease. They were the most supportive of my dream to get our fur babies in some photographs and helped make it happen. They worked with our awesome wedding planner to make a super detailed plan that was easy to follow and even wrangled my ginormous family and grabbed all of our portrait shots in record time. At one point during our couples shots, I looked over and Kara is full on lying on the ground to get this incredible shot in the St. Louis library. I got married last weekend and I already have a sneak preview and I know that the rest of the photos will be absolutely amazing. I can't recommend them enough!!
Response from the Vendor on 05/20/2022
Katie thank you so very much for your wonderful review! Truly I can't tell you how much we appreciate it and how much we enjoyed working with you and Eric! I too am so happy that we were able to get Molly and Teddy in some photos with you guys ...
and still can't get over how cute their little outfits were :-) Thank you for putting your trust in us and being up for all of my ideas - I am really glad that you guys enjoyed the beautiful backdrop that is the STL Central Library! Congrats again to you guys and we hope to work with you again in the future! oxoxo
Reviewed On 4/27/2022 by Cara H
Words cannot describe how thankful I am that I found Kara when researching wedding photographers. It can be overwhelming picking such an important vendor, but during our first phone call, I immediately felt at ease and knew she was the right ch...
oice. Kara is kind, organized, efficient, and truly cares about her work. Her & Daniel are a fantastic team. Kara helped with the overall ease of wedding planning for me. She worked closely with me to help develop my day of timeline, which was a HUGE help. They scoured our large venue for the perfect spots for first looks, group shots, etc and really got creative to use a lot of different elements of our venue, which I absolutely love. Kara kept the whole day moving smoothly and on time for us. At our reception, I even gave her a look when I was ready for the father/daughter dance based on our timeline because the DJ didn't start it immediately & she took care of getting things moving for me. She truly goes above & beyond. We received sneak peaks within a few days of our wedding and our full gallery within 2 weeks, which is incredible timing. She edits her own photos beautifully. Our photos are absolutely stunning!! We cannot thank you enough! You will not be disappointed if you book Kara!
Response from the Vendor on 04/27/2022
Your kind words mean so much to us! Thank you Cara for your review! We feel equally lucky to have had the opportunity to work with you guys and capture your engagement session and wedding day :-) So happy that we could be of help in the plannin...
g and day-of to help make your day run seamlessly! It's great to hear you are enjoying your photos and we hope to have the chance to work with you guys again in the future! Congrats again and thank you for trusting us to photograph your special day!
Reviewed On 2/25/2022 by Stacy B
We knew after our very first call with Kara that she was the one for us, and we were absolutely in awe at the quality of her work. She is extremely organized, communicative, and and easy to work with. Kara works very fast during and after the s...
hoot. We loved how efficient she was with the kiddos during our big day. We got sneak peaks and our galleries for the engagement shoot and wedding day faster than I have ever with any photographer. MOST OF ALL her pictures are GORGEOUS! We are so happy with the end result (and the process along the way). Do not hesitate to hire Kara for your wedding. You will be in love with your photos!
Response from the Vendor on 02/25/2022
You have made my day with your review Stacy! I am so thrilled that I had the opportunity to work with you guys and have so enjoyed getting to know you throughout the process! So happy that I could give you a great experience throughout and am g...
lad that my hyper-organization resonated with you :-) Congrats to you guys again and I hope to work with you again in the future!
Reviewed On 2/08/2022 by Abbie Y
Kara and Daniel are hands down the go-to photographers for your wedding! Not only have they perfected their craft, but Kara was easily the most organized vendor we worked with and she can make any space look beautiful. Her and Daniel made our p...
rocess so easy from start to finish. From meetings prior to our wedding, to a very organized timeline on wedding day, finished with a quick return on our photos— We highly recommend Kara & Daniel for all of your photography needs! Our photos turned out perfect and after working with Kara at our own wedding and bumping into her at multiple other weddings, we can say with confidence that Kara and Daniel are the best in the business. Don’t walk, run!
Response from the Vendor on 02/08/2022
Awe Abbie thanks so much! It has been such a pleasure getting to know you guys over the past couple of years from your friends' weddings and such a pleasure to photograph your and Jack's big day this past fall :-) Your wedding day was so much f...
un and we are thrilled that you are enjoying your photos! Hopefully we will get the chance to work with you guys in the future and also hope that we run into you during future weddings! Thanks again for your kind words! oxoxxo
Reviewed On 1/04/2022 by Rebecca O
Kara and Daniel were recommended to us by a family member who was also getting married and wow! We are absolutely thrilled with the whole process. Kara was flexible when our original engagement shoot got rained out but remained determined to ge...
t another date within 2 weeks. The photos turned our BEAUTIFUL and she made my husband and I feel completely at ease with every shot. She was very organized through the whole process and even helped us get a timeline together to make our big day go smoother. She was fun and energetic while also being professional and efficient! Will highly recommend to anyone! We loved her and our photos! Thank you so much!!
Response from the Vendor on 01/04/2022
Thank you so much Rebecca for your review! You and Ryan have been so much fun to work with and we are so grateful that we had the opportunity to work with you guys (and then see you again soon after for Jessie + Adam's wedding!) You made our jo...
bs easy and we have enjoyed getting to know you as well :-) So happy that you are loving your photos and we hope to get to work with you again in the future! Congrats again!
Reviewed On 1/03/2022 by Jessica H
Kara and Daniel exceeded our expectations for our wedding day and were SO easy and fun to work with. Kara was incredibly flexible as we scheduled and reschedule our engagement photos, then scheduled and rescheduled our wedding day too. We absol...
utely LOVED our engagement photos and were happier than we thought possible with our wedding photos. Kara was excited to try a new lighting technique at sunset, and they turned out to be some of our favorite photos. She is very organized, fast, and efficient...all things you want in a photographer on your wedding day! We feel so lucky to have worked with Kara and are thankful that we will have these photos to look back on for the rest of our lives!
Response from the Vendor on 01/03/2022
You guys have me smiling from ear to ear! I truly appreciate your kind words and can't tell you how much we have enjoyed working with you guys throughout the process! You persevered through all the rescheduling and it was so gratifying to see y...
ou getting to finally celebrate your special day with your family and friends - it was SO deserved! And of course I am so glad that you loved the photos that we did after sunset with the lanterns, thank you for trusting my vision and allowing me to take those for you. All the best to you guys and we hope to work with you again in the future! oxoxo
Reviewed On 11/28/2021 by Courtney L
If you're looking for an AMAZING wedding photographer, look no further, Kara is the one!!! She captured all the romantic, sweet, funny memories from our special day and turned them into gorgeous photos that we will cherish for the rest of our l...
ife! We had all of our photos taken outside, and it was 88 degrees, sunny and HUMID. But looking at our photos, it looks like it's a breezy fall afternoon! So impressive! Kara and her husband, Daniel, were so easy-going leading up to our day, and always responded quickly when a question came up. She definitely eased a lot of the tension and stress I had the morning of the wedding, and even took it on herself to diffuse some family drama (which was totally unexpected but much appreciated!!) She worked so well with all of our venders, even our inexperienced videographer ;) We were beyond impressed with our photos, and so were all our family & friends. Wedding planning is hard, but hiring Kara as our photographer was easy, and turned out to be the best decision we made! We can't say enough good things about Kara Volle Photography - thank you thank you thank you!!!!
Response from the Vendor on 11/28/2021
Courtney I so appreciate your review! You all were such a joy to work with and I am so glad that we could not only document the day beautifully, but also be of help keeping things running smoothly :-) It really is all that we strive for and it ...
means a lot to us when it is recognized and appreciated! And thank YOU all for being good spots in the warmer than expected weather lol. Best wishes to you and Alex as you enjoy your first holiday season as a married couple - oxoxo!
Reviewed On 10/15/2021 by Julia K
Kara is a true artist with photos brimming with natural light and a candid quality as well as a very knowledgeable in how to craft a wedding day timeline that fits in all the portraits and artsy photos in a very thoughtful way so that your wedd...
ing day doesn't feel task-oriented. She and Daniel are a really fun, engaging, and easy-going team, which is equally important as you spend a lot of time with your wedding photographers. Kara meets with her couples to learn about them and what's important to them first, then closer to the date will draft a timeline for the day that was extremely helpful to me to take any stress out of the planning process (relying on her knowledge rather than having to make it myself!). Also very helpful was her ability to choose the photo locations in the moment based on lighting and weather -- also having a photographer who was willing to direct my family and the wedding party took pressure off us and made for amazing photos. She and Daniel were very flexible in fitting in specific requests that we had (such as a large group photo at the reception that was a difficult feat). We are so happy with how our photos turned out-- her photography has a timeless style.
Response from the Vendor on 10/15/2021
Thank you so much Julia + Doug for your kind words! So glad that we could give you guys a great experience from beginning to end, and that you have been enjoying your photos! We always strive to create a balance between giving direction and cap...
turing candid moments so we are thankful that you noticed and appreciated that :-) You were both wonderful to work with and we wish you all the best! Congrats again!
Reviewed On 9/20/2021 by Madlena D
To say Kara goes above and beyond in capturing the most perfect of shots, and assuring wedding day photos go as smoothly as planned is an understatement! Kara was awesome about touching base with us on a routine basis, to discuss any & all det...
ails for our engagement pictures and wedding pictures, and had a finished product for us within just a few weeks!!! She was also fantastic about outlining the times and places to be for our wedding day schedule, which gave us much reassurance on how smoothly things would go. Cannot imagine there is another photographer in StL who will work as hard as Kara does, she truly goes the extra mile!!
Response from the Vendor on 09/20/2021
My goodness - thank you so much Madlena for your very sweet review! It is so appreciated and I am so thankful that I had the opportunity to work with you and Michael. You had such a beautiful celebration and I hope that your photos serve as che...
rished memories for a lifetime! Thank you for making my day - I look forward to working with you guys again in the future!
Reviewed On 8/13/2021 by Lauren T
The BEST in the MIDWEST! Let's just say that Kara is exactly the type of person you want by your side on wedding day (and throughout the wedding planning process)! My new husband and I got to know Kara & Daniel very well, as we were a Covid cou...
ple and had to postpone our wedding for a year. From the moment I met with Kara through our wedding album, I can say with confidence: she is extremely organized, superb with communication, an incredibly talented photographer & goes above and beyond as your right-hand-woman on wedding day. Definitely do your engagement session with Kara & Daniel - our engagement photos were stunning and perfect to use for save the dates, invites, & wedding day decor. When Covid hit, Kara was super supportive and empathetic. She allowed me to lean on her to talk through the rescheduling process. When we picked back up a year later, it was like we hadn't missed a beat. She is SO helpful in creating a day-of timeline and communicating with vendors. She also diligently kept an eye on the weather & covid protocols and developed plans B, C, D, etc. for anything that popped up. Kara was always there to reassure us that everything would be amazing! And, it most certainly was. On the wedding day, everything was flawless. My new husband and I literally floated through the day. We sat back and watched the events unfold knowing that Kara was there to capture all the special moments. The bulk of photos we took before the wedding/reception and we finished earlier than expected because Kara & Daniel had everything ready to go (as well as umbrellas & several weather apps to be sure we wouldn't get stuck in a summer storm). During the wedding is where Kara really exceeded any expectation I had for a photographer - she just stepped in and helped me in every way. She held my train, changed my shoes, worked with our planner & DJ, played interference when I was swarmed by guests, and calmed my nerves when I got anxious. She is so enthusiastic and kind, but on wedding day she got down to business! That's exactly what you want when you're corralling family & rowdy guests. Oh, and the photos? They are jaw-droppingly gorgeous! We look like celebrities and the quality of her photographs are extraordinary. Thank you Kara & Daniel for everything over these past two years - we'll be forever grateful we had you by our side through the whole process & there to ensure we had (& will remember!) our best day ever!
Response from the Vendor on 08/14/2021
Lauren I can't thank you enough for your extremely kind review! It really means the world to me that we were able to exceed your expectations in every way and help you throughout the tough planning and rescheduling process that COVID created. Y...
ou and John really were troopers throughout and I can't begin to tell you how thrilled we were that you finally got to enjoy the amazing wedding day that you so deserved!! Everything turned out so well and you both were a joy to photograph for both your engagement session and wedding day! We have really enjoyed getting to know you both over the course of the past couple of years and hope that your pictures serve as cherished memories for a lifetime! Congrats again to you both! oxoxo
Reviewed On 7/28/2021 by Heather S
Hiring Kara and Daniel was one of the best wedding decisions we made. They were incredibly helpful in making a timeline that we provided to the rest of our vendors. The photos have all been beautiful and I loved how quickly we got the engagemen...
t photos back. We received our sneak peak photos a few days after each event. Kara and Daniel are both incredibly professional and efficient. They moved us through photos very quickly while still managing to capture the moment and great lighting. I can't wait to see the rest of our photos and I know they will be beautiful! Thanks for being a part of our special day :)
Response from the Vendor on 07/29/2021
Heather thanks so much for your kind review! It was such a joy working with you and Omi for your engagement session and wedding day! You guys were SUCH troopers in the summer heat and we appreciate your trust in us throughout the planning pro...
cess and day of :-) We won't soon forget all of the fun and unique touches that you put together for your ceremony and reception - the "flower-man" and pizza oven were so great! Best wishes to you guys as you start your married lives together!
Reviewed On 7/01/2021 by Megan M
Hiring Kara and Daniel for your wedding photography will be the best decision you make in your wedding planning stages! Kara and Daniel were beyond amazing, accommodating, professional, dedicated and ensured the day went smoothly and on schedul...
e without any hiccups. Kara helped plan every detail of our 13 hour wedding day by creating a thorough timeline and even accommodated our requests to have pictures done at our house following the ceremony. The highlight of working with Kara and Daniel was seeing the beautiful pictures they were able to capture, especially at midnight on New Years Eve!! Even through the overwhelming stress of COVID and constant changes to our plans, Kara remained calm, reassured us that everything would work out and captured the most beautiful moments! We are beyond grateful to both Kara and Daniel for the memories they have captured for us to look back on forever! You guys are wonderful, thank you so so much!!
Response from the Vendor on 07/01/2021
Awe thank you Megan! Your kind words are much appreciated and thank you guys for being so flexible during the planning and trusting us in the midst of lots of uncertainty with COVID. So thrilled that you were able to celebrate your NYE wedding ...
and enjoy starting off 2021 as a married couple! Loved working with you guys and thank you again for choosing us to capture your special day!
Reviewed On 6/30/2021 by Nicole K
Hiring Kara as my photographer was one of the best choices I made about my wedding day. She is incredibly organized, focused, and efficient, and that was evident from our very first meeting. Leading up to our day I had plenty to stress over, bu...
t I never once had to worry about photography because I knew Kara was on top of it. She created a perfect wedding timeline that my day of coordinators utilized as well as all of my other vendors. She knew all the spots and poses to get my dream wedding photos, and even helped my videographer to capture amazing footage as well. She is an incredibly talented photographer and I would absolutely recommend her for anyone's wedding.
Response from the Vendor on 06/30/2021
Thank you so much Nicole! You have made my day with your very kind review! It was so great working with you and Chad and I feel so lucky to have such wonderful clients :-) Hearing how much you love your photos and how I was able to make your bi...
g day a success is exactly why I love my work. Thank you again for choosing me to capture your engagement session and wedding day! Best wishes to you both!
Reviewed On 6/30/2021 by Lauren P
I cannot express how thankful I am to have booked Kara for my wedding day! Kara not only produces absolutely stunning photos but she also helped us plan out the whole day by creating a timeline and made me feel so stress-free throughout the wh...
ole process. We decided not to get a wedding coordinator and I do not regret that decision because Kara was so helpful with coordinating and making recommendations. On the day of the wedding, Kara stuck to the schedule ensured that we did not get behind. I was worried that photos would take a long time in the June heat and that it would be a stressful part of the day for me, but with Kara it was fast and painless! I have since been in another wedding where the photographer was not organized and did not take charge to direct people in photos and it was a complete mess. As a result, the wedding party was over an hour late to the reception...I cannot recommend Kara enough! Her husband, Daniel, is a second photographer for the day and took photos of the groomsmen while Kara was with the bridesmaids before the first look. Kara and Daniel were both so great to work with. Choosing a photographer is such an important part of your wedding day and I promise that you will regret working with Kara!
Response from the Vendor on 06/30/2021
Lauren it was such a pleasure working with you guys - thank you so much for your kind words! Its so good to know that my timeline and proactive approach to keeping things running smoothly was appreciated :-) So glad that you and Buckley have be...
en enjoying your photos and I am thrilled that we could incorporate some shots with Puddles as well (still the cutest dog name of all time!) Wishing you guys the best as you start your married lives together!!! oxoxo
Reviewed On 5/19/2021 by Mark J
Best photographer with whom I've ever been involved !! (Father of the Groom - - I was not involved in the decision to use Kara Volle Photgraphy.) Outdoor, Scottish - style wedding, 5/15/21 at an Illinois state park - - retired French fort, sp...
ecifically. Before Kara was awarded this engagement, SHE DID HER HOMEWORK !! ..went to the fort to survey best times, angles, even best location for the ceremony. Made her rec's to the bride to be, ..and was selected. Three other photog's barely included accommodating mutual meeting times: "I can meet with you Tuesday at 2:30, a week from Wed. at 9:45, or that following day at 8:30." - - - During the event: dealt very well with the typical difficult wedding crowd; not obtrusive, AT ALL !! Did not direct the flow; ..rather WORKED with the flow, and VERY WELL !! - - - - My Rec: WORTH EVERY PENNY !! I don't care how other photog's $$ compare !! What you might save with another WON'T EVEN COMPARE THE JOY KARA VOLLE WILL BRING TO YOU FOR YEARS TO COME !!!
Response from the Vendor on 05/19/2021
Thank you so much for your review Mark! It was such a pleasure working with you all, and I really loved all the ways that Carly + Jonathon made their celebration unique! I still can't get over how much I loved the kilts, Celtic knot, and the ba...
gpiper - so fun - not to mention the perfect setting :-) So grateful that we had the opportunity to document their love and look forward to sharing the rest of the photos with you all! Thanks again for your very kind words!
Reviewed On 5/07/2021 by Samantha S
Kara was an absolute joy to work with. So many great things to say about her but specifically her passion for her work speaks for itself. Kara was organized and kept us on schedule while making sure we had fun too. We got our complete wedding g...
allery back within a few weeks and we are absolutely thrilled. Kara captured everything from our special day. The photos are absolutely beautiful and will be treasured forever.
Response from the Vendor on 05/07/2021
Sam it was such a pleasure working with you guys for your engagement session and wedding photography! I am so glad that I was able to help in the organization of the day as well as documenting it to your liking! Thrilled that you are enjoying y...
our photos and I hope to have the chance to work with you both again in the future :-)
Reviewed On 11/17/2020 by Cassie W
I cannot say enough good things about Kara and Daniel. They made us feel so comfortable during this rough time and were up for anything. They were so go with the flow and helped me make and change plans to fit our day. Our pictures look amazing...
and our turn around was so quick! I feel like they really captured us as a couple and I'm so thankful to have them forever.
Response from the Vendor on 11/17/2020
Cassie thank you for your kind review! I'm so glad that we were able to keep you guys feeling calm and comfortable throughout the COVID challenges and on your big day itself. So glad that you are enjoying your pictures and feel like they reflec...
t you guys as a couple! Thank you for allowing us to photograph your special day!
Reviewed On 11/16/2020 by Sara K
I can't say enough great things about Kara and her husband Daniel. They were on top of everything. Kara was super organized, very sweet and both her and her husband's photography was incredible. We had to reschedule due to covid and she was...
very flexible and understanding. She even kept checking in to see if I needed anything. I highly recommend booking them for your wedding or any event!
Response from the Vendor on 11/17/2020
Thanks so much for your kind words Sara, they are greatly appreciated! Daniel and I were so happy that you were able to enjoy your big day after all of the reschedule challenges, and that it turned out to be a perfect celebration of your love! ...
We have enjoyed working with you and I loved designing your wedding album recently as well! Best wishes to you both!
Reviewed On 10/10/2020 by Lauren B
We could not have asked for a better photographer than Kara! She was the first photographer we met with in our search, and we were so wowed with her professionalism that we booked her immediately after our coffee meet up. Her preparedness at th...
at meeting and throughout the planning process felt as if she were also a wedding planner; she created a wedding day timeline that helped us put all of the other pieces of our day into place. Her coordination on our wedding day made us feel totally at ease, and her talent and attention to detail gave us so many beautiful images to look back on. Our photo gallery is absolutely gorgeous and something we will treasure forever. In addition to the stunning photos we received from our wedding, I would be remiss not to mention all of the support Kara gave us while trying to plan a COVID wedding. When our original date of 3/21/20 had to be postponed, Kara called us personally to see how we were doing and offer support and advice for rescheduling. As our new date of 9/25/20 approached, we realized we would need to scale down our wedding in light of the ongoing pandemic. Kara came back to the drawing board with us with the same enthusiasm and creativity as before and helped us create a completely new plan at a new location. I call it a COVID wedding, but our day was so perfect that it felt as if it should have been the original plan, and we owe so much of that to Kara’s help. She truly goes above and beyond, and I recommend her to every couple!
Response from the Vendor on 10/10/2020
You have really made my day Lauren! Thank you so much for your very kind words! It has been so wonderful working with you guys and I still cannot get over how well you handled the shock that we all went through the week leading up to your origi...
nal wedding date. You both have had a tremendously positive attitude through difficult circumstances and I am glad that we could play a role in making your rescheduled wedding day a success :-) It was so wonderful seeing it all come together and we couldn't have been more happy for you two as you were finally able to celebrate your well-deserved special day! So thrilled that you are enjoying your photos, and we hope to have the chance to work with you again in the future! Congrats again!
Reviewed On 10/07/2020 by Emily F
Kara is the best!! She and Daniel kept everything running smoothly on our crazy day and was very flexible with our changes due to COVID. All of my wedding party and family commented on how wonderful she was- and our pictures turned out perfect ...
:)
Response from the Vendor on 10/07/2020
Emily you are so sweet :-) Thank you for your review! We loved working with you guys for your engagement session and wedding day! So happy that we were able to help everything run smoothly and that you have been enjoying your pictures :-) Best...
wishes to you both and we hope to work with you again in the future!
Reviewed On 9/10/2020 by Katherine W
So thankful that we chose Kara! She was so organized with everything- from planning to engagement pictures to the wedding day. She even helped us re-plan things when we made changes to our day because of COVID. Kara and Daniel were incredible ...
on the wedding day, because of them we were even ahead of schedule! She got our sneak peeks and entire albums to us so quickly. They were patient and flexible with us too, even at our August incredibly hot outdoor wedding. We would absolutely choose them again! (They also got amazing engagement pictures of us with our two dogs, which we did not think was possible!)
Response from the Vendor on 09/11/2020
Kate your review is much appreciated! It was so great working with you and Brian throughout the planning process, for your engagement photos, and on your wedding day :-) I am so glad that we were able to help the day run smoothly and capture it...
all for you guys! I just love how your photos turned out and I hope that they serve as cherished memories for a lifetime! Congrats again!
Reviewed On 8/21/2020 by Lauren C
Kara is simply amazing! Our original wedding date was April 24, 2020, then COVID happened and we rescheduled to August 2020 and then again to April 2021. Kara was so kind and accommodating BOTH times we had to reschedule! Her commitment to maki...
ng out wedding day special never wavered! Her communication and organizational skills are unparalleled! Before and during COVID, Kara has always been available, especially during those stressful rescheduling days! She kept me sane when other vendors were not as kind and communicative. I also had a chance to experience Kara's photography during our engagement photos and the pictures are stunning! She was so quick to give us our pictures as well! I would recommend Kara over and over again!!
Response from the Vendor on 08/21/2020
Thank you so much Lauren for your kind words! I am so glad that we have been able to help you guys during tough rescheduling decisions, and we know that your new date in 2021 is going to be very well deserved! Certainly you are getting plenty o...
f time in to build up the anticipation even more lol! But again thank you so much for your very kind review. We really enjoyed working with you both for your engagement session as well as throughout this process. Looking forward to photographing your wedding in April!
Reviewed On 8/03/2020 by Kimberlyn S
Working with Kara was so seamless and easy. We are so happy with our engagement and wedding photos. Kara was available to answer questions at all times, when we were faced with the possibility of canceling our big day due to covid-19 she was ju...
st a phone call away to help me make such a big choice. We ended up having our wedding with a few changes and they were the perfect team to work with. Her photography is so natural and clean!
Response from the Vendor on 08/03/2020
Kimber thank you for your review! It was such a pleasure working with you and Tim and we are so happy that we were able to play a part in making your big day a success! I am glad that you have been enjoying your photos and will have those memor...
ies to look back on :-) Best wishes to you and thanks again for choosing us for your engagement session and wedding day!
Reviewed On 7/18/2020 by Allie P
The real test of a business is always in a crisis. My husband and I never dreamed that we would be needing to reschedule our wedding because of a pandemic, but we were SO fortunate to have Kara. She went above and beyond during the most stressf...
ul nightmare that I could have ever imagined. From the first week that things started shutting down, Kara was in constant communication with us. I was able to reach her day and night, and even though she was dealing with many other couples, I always felt like we were her top priority. It was so reassuring, because as many of our other vendors weren't returning our calls or emails, I knew I could always reach Kara even if it was just to vent. She maintained the same level of attentiveness and professionalism that we experienced from the start with our engagement session despite the quickly evolving situation with COVID. We decided to reschedule our wedding that was originally supposed to take place in early spring. We were able to quickly reschedule and replan thanks to Kara and her flexibility, she basically stepped in as our wedding planner to help us. During our wedding day Kara and Daniel went to great lengths to help make the day special and we appreciated that they wore masks the entire day despite the heat. They had made many suggestions to help make our smaller wedding day better than we could have ever dreamed. Our pictures turned out amazing and we are so thankful that we were able celebrate our marriage despite the circumstance. We can't thank Kara and Daniel enough for all that they did for us. They were lifesavers and we can't recommend them enough!
Response from the Vendor on 07/18/2020
Wow! Thank you guys SO very much for taking the time to share your review! In such a difficult year for small business this makes me tear up with gratitude. I am so thankful that we were able to help you through the replanning and ultimately he...
lp to bring your wedding vision to life! Along the way we really appreciated your flexibility and understanding in this difficult situation. I know that if you guys can make it through a pandemic together you can make it through anything :-) It was an honor to photograph your love and thank you again for your kind words, they mean so much to us!
Reviewed On 5/18/2020 by Carley H
Kara photographed my fiancé and I‘s engagement photos and I cannot say enough great things about her! Our pictures turned out beautiful! Kara communicated effectively about changes through these crazy months, updated me about weather issues as ...
the day closer and even suggested a beautiful area to take the pictures! She even gave me a sneak peek of the pictures one day after taking them! John and I currently are not able planning a wedding in the United States but if we were I would use Kara without hesitation! Give her a try!
Response from the Vendor on 05/18/2020
It was so much fun working with you guys for your engagement session! Thank you for your kind words and your flexibility with scheduling :-) It was such a joy to photograph your love and help you to celebrate your engagement during a time when ...
we all need things to enjoy more than ever! Best wishes to you both!
Reviewed On 3/24/2020 by Brenda C
Kara and Daniel are not only amazing at what they do, but they are truly wonderful people to be around. While wedding planning and even the wedding day can be incredibly stressful, Kara was a calming presence who made me feel assured that she a...
nd Daniel had everything covered (and they did!). Kara was incredibly prompt and helpful in answering any questions we had throughout the wedding planning process, whether or not my questions were directly related to photography. We were so grateful that she worked with us to put together a wedding timeline and made certain that our entire wedding party stuck to that timeline on the wedding day - this is no easy feat! Most weddings end up behind schedule, and guests end up waiting around for periods of time, but thanks to Kara and Daniel, we were able to avoid this and still get an endless number and variety of amazing photos to treasure for generations to come. Our family and friends told us how impressed they were with our photographer. Kara was able to turn around the photos incredibly quickly - we received a sneak peak the following week and were shocked to receive our entire album before we returned from our honeymoon less than two weeks from our wedding date. I've had friends that waited months for their photos from other photographers. Kara's photography and editing style will never look dated, and I just love how so many of her photos are focused on the happiness and joy of the couple she is shooting. But I can't forget Daniel! He is a master at getting beautiful, covert shots without interrupting any moments. If you are searching for a photographer in the St. Louis area, look no further. Kara Volle Photography will be there for you every step of the way.
Response from the Vendor on 03/24/2020
This has made my day! Brenda thank you so much for taking the time to share about your experience working with us! It really means a lot that we were able to play a role in helping during the planning process and to preserve all of those moment...
s for you guys :-) You both did a phenomenal job of planning an amazing day to celebrate your love with your family and friends. I still think back fondly to that wonderful moment when you "jumped the broom" together! We are so grateful that we had the chance to work with you, you make a truly wonderful couple! Congrats again and stay in touch :-)
Reviewed On 3/22/2020 by Allison B
We LOVED having Kara and Daniel as our wedding photographers. When we first met Kara to do a meet and greet, she was professional and very organized. She was always quick to answer questions after we hired her on as our photographer. During ou...
r engagement session, Kara was great at posing and making the pictures fun. The turnaround on getting pictures back was a few days for sneak peeks and a week for all of the pictures. In the photography and wedding business, this turnaround was amazing. As our wedding day approached, Kara and Daniel met with us again to put together a wedding timeline. This was super helpful and important as schedules on wedding days can get hectic. Kara made it easy and was willing to accommodate based on what was happening. For the wedding, Kara and Daniel showed up on time and immediately got to work with taking pictures. They both got the best pictures of our day and we had no regrets with not having a videographer because of how well they captured our day. Kara is really good at wrangling in a hectic wedding party and getting the family pictures done efficiently. She was able to get us our sneak peaks the Tuesday after the wedding and our full wedding pictures a week and a half after. Once again, we were blown away by the pictures that they captured. Fully recommend Kara and Daniel!!! We will be using them in the future for our photography needs and cannot wait to have another reason to work with them!
Response from the Vendor on 03/22/2020
Allison + Jon thank you so very much! We feel so lucky that we had the opportunity to work with you guys! From our very first meeting it has been a pleasure getting to know you both and documenting your love :-) I won't soon forget the little p...
uppy that we met during your engagement session that climbed all over your faces lol! So many good laughs! We are so happy that we were able to help your wedding day flow smoothly and take stress away for you both. Knowing that we have completed our mission of giving you beautiful photographs to relive all those moments makes my heart so happy! Thank you again and best wishes to you both!
Reviewed On 3/02/2020 by Danielle L
I can't recommend Kara enough for your wedding! From the start, she was amazing to work with. She is super friendly and easy going. She was flexible with working around our crazy schedule, as my husband lived out of state during some of the w...
edding prep. She was always on top of things and organized during the wedding prep and on the day of the wedding. She helped our big day go so smoothly and captured our wedding beautifully and helped make the day perfect! She helped take all the stress off me on the day of the wedding, which was an amazing relief to know everything was being handled by someone so capable. After the wedding, we were amazed by how quickly we had our sneakpeeks and our full gallery of pictures ready by! She never rushed us as we took months to pick out pictures for our wedding album (it was hard to narrow down a selection from all the remarkable pictures we had). Once we had our pictures chosen, she was super speedy with creating a fantastic layout for the album and ordering it. There was then a quick turn around for receiving our stunning wedding album. Overall, I highly recommend choosing Kara to capture your big day!
Response from the Vendor on 03/02/2020
Thank you so much Danielle for your very sweet review! You and John have been so much fun to work with. It was an absolute pleasure to help you both throughout the planning process and I am so glad that I was able to keep you stress free on you...
r wedding day! I am so thrilled that you are enjoying your pictures and wedding album! Congrats again to you both and thank you again for choosing me to capture your love!
Reviewed On 11/18/2019 by Tricia N
Kara and Daniel deserve all the praise in the world! They were absolutely incredible, their talent is so natural and comes through beautifully with their work. I received my sneak peek pictures just two days later and I cannot wait to see the r...
est. They were patient with our big group and orchestrated us just the way we needed. Kara and Daniel captured so many amazing details I didn't even think to incorporate. If you don't choose Kara Volle for your wedding you are crazy, thank you so much Kara and Daniel!
Response from the Vendor on 11/22/2019
Aw thanks so much Tricia! It means a lot that you took the time to share a review with us! It was so much fun working with you and Austin for your special day :-) Thank you for entrusting us to document all of your special moments. I am just th...
rilled with how your photos turned out and hope that they help you both to relive the day for years to come! Congrats again!
Reviewed On 11/11/2019 by Kaitlyn S
Kara and Daniel did such an amazing job! Throughout the whole process, Kara was SO organized and on top of everything! She was able to work with my husband and I to reschedule our engagement session to get the best weather, and was amazing wh...
en we had rain on our wedding day still getting the most beautiful pictures. So many people were complimenting Kara and Daniel on their professionalism throughout the day, their talent did not go unnoticed! The gallery was ready in a week and a half (such a quick turn around it was the best) and the pictures turned out exceptional. I would highly recommended Kara Volle Photography to anyone and we will certainly use her in the future for any other photography needs!
Response from the Vendor on 11/13/2019
Kaitlyn thank you and Justin so much for your kind words! Thank YOU for trusting us to document your wedding day regardless of the weather - you were such great sports! I love how your photos turned out and love the romantic shots in the rain t...
hat we were able to get, we loved that you were up for all of our ideas :-) You both made our jobs easy throughout the entire process and we are so grateful that we had the chance to work with you! Congrats to you both again! We look forward to working with you again in the future! :-)
Reviewed On 10/28/2019 by Elizabeth W
Choosing a wedding photographer can be one of the best and easiest things on your crazy wedding to do list. Choose Kara Volle. One of the best decisions I made about my wedding. From her galleries, you can see her natural talent and capability ...
for yourself but you don't realize how epic she is until your wedding day (because you only get a sneak peek of how great she is during your engagement session). One huge reason that the love of my life and I were able to enjoy our day is because of Kara. She made it fun and kept tabs on things so we didn't have to. She took care of it. Her husband also helped with photographing our day and they just kept everything chill and yet moving forward in a timely manner but at a pace that we could handle. I even forgot to put my garter on and Kara helped me with it at almost the last possible second with no one the wiser. Trust me, life will happen on your wedding day. And that's okay. Plan ahead and book with Kara. She keeps you posted before and after the big day. And when you get to finally look at your pictures, you will be so relieved that you did. I guarantee Kara will capture your love story because she has the rare gift of bringing out the best of you and yours truly.
Response from the Vendor on 10/28/2019
Elizabeth, thank you so much for entrusting us to capture your engagement session and special day! We are so glad to hear that we were able to ensure that you both had a wonderful and stress free experience! You both put so much thought and tim...
e into planning your wedding day and we are so happy that it turned out to be everything that you hoped it would be :-) Congrats again and we wish you all the best as you start your married lives together!
Reviewed On 10/26/2019 by Sara P
I’ve been lucky to know Kara for two years now, as she’s photographed weddings and engagement sessions of several friends of mine. Choosing her and Daniel to photograph our wedding was one of the best decisions we made throughout our wedding pl...
anning! They are just the sweetest. Kara has a way of making you feel so at ease when you’re taking pictures. She and Daniel capture so many beautiful moments so perfectly, without it feeling forced or fake. Kara is so organized and put my mind at ease the whole wedding day, as well as the months leading up to it. We got so many compliments on how kind she and Daniel were. AND we got all of our wedding pictures back in 12 days! I would 100% recommended her for any of your photography needs. I know we’ll be using her again in the future!
Response from the Vendor on 10/28/2019
It has been such a pleasure working with you and Bryce!!! I am so happy that we were able to make things easy and fun, both throughout the planning process as well as during your wedding day! We truly appreciate when couples refer each other to...
us, as it is so great to get to see clients over the course of several weddings :-) Thank you both for making our jobs so enjoyable and easy! Best wishes to you and Bryce, may your days be filled with every happiness and many viewings of The Office :-)
Reviewed On 10/23/2019 by Sarah C
I’ve been lucky to know Kara for over a decade. Throughout those years, she has been there to photograph every major transition in my life. From professional head shots to goodbye parties to our engagement session and wedding, Kara has been the...
re to capture it all. I cannot begin to tell you how wonderful she is as well as how fantastic her work is. Kara is was best to work with - kind, professional, and fun. She is very knowledgeable about weddings and helped us solidify a timeline to make sure we got all the shots we wanted. I feel awkward in front of the camera but you cannot tell in her pictures. She makes you feel as comfortable as possible and has an eye for setting up breathtaking shots. I’m obsessed with our pictures and haven’t been able to stop looking at them. We didn't have to wait long to get all our pictures either! I was amazed at her speed and the quality of the amount of pictures we received. Plus, Daniel is an awesome photographer as well. These two are quite the talented pair. If you choose Kara Volle Photography for your big day (or for any special occasion), you will not regret it. Kara and Daniel, thank you so much for giving us beautiful pictures that we can treasure for a lifetime. I cannot wait for all the other moments you will photograph for us in the future.
Response from the Vendor on 10/23/2019
Sarah thank you so much for your review! I am totally not crying my eyes out right now... lol. It means so much to us that we were able to photograph your and Ben's engagement session and wedding day! You guys are so perfect for each other and...
I am excited to see all the wonderful things that life has in store for you both :-) So grateful that we were able to be a part of such a special time in your lives!!! OXOXO!
Reviewed On 9/24/2019 by Emma F
Kara Volle and her husband Daniel did such a wonderful job of capturing all the special moments of the day for us. They took a blend of fun artistic photos along with beautiful traditional photos. Both helped us and our wedding party feel comfo...
rtable, which I think helped create really great photos. And not only were they able to take some amazing pictures of our day but they also were incredible in helping answer all our questions throughout the wedding planning process. By the time our wedding rolled around, I was relaxed knowing that Kara was able to help us and think ten steps ahead of any issue that we might have run into. They are a wonderful team who helped capture the essence of our day. I cannot recommend Kara and Daniel enough!
Response from the Vendor on 09/24/2019
Awe thank you so much for writing about your experience working with us Emma! We had such a great time working with you, Mike, and all of your guests! You crafted the perfect day to celebrate your love, and I still can't get over how awesome it...
was that you read your vows to each other privately. Thank you for allowing us to document your special day and capture those moments for you :-) You two make such a perfect pair and we are so excited for you both!
Reviewed On 9/24/2019 by Sonya L
Kara was the best wedding photographer I could have ever asked for! I'm a pretty shy and awkward person when meeting strangers, but when I met Kara for the first time, I knew I had to hire her after our meeting as I was struck by how comfortabl...
e and relaxed I felt around her due to her warm, outgoing personality. She was also super professional, organized, and always very responsive to questions. She helped me develop my wedding day timeline during the planning process - and keep to it with plenty of time to spare on the day of! My husband, family, friends, and I were blown away by the photos she and Daniel took on our wedding day! It was a hot and humid August day to the point where I literally had sweat dripping down my face during pre-ceremony afternoon pics in Forest Park – but you can’t even tell in our photos. The lighting in the photos looks so natural and flattering and I love that she captures real photos (i.e. doesn’t artificially put Instagram-like filters which a lot of other brides like but is not my personal style). She also has a super fast turn-around time for the pics which was an unexpected and very appreciated surprise! TLDR: I am so glad we hired Kara to capture our special day!
Response from the Vendor on 09/24/2019
Sonya thank you so much for your very kind words! I am so happy that we were able to capture beautiful photos for you, while also keep the day running smoothly and on time :-) That is exactly the type of balance that we strive for, and you are...
Artie made it easy! Thank you for being patient in the summer heat and trusting us to choose our location spots :-) You both were so wonderful to work with and we feel truly honored that we were able to photograph your big day. We wish you all the best as you start your married lives together! Hugs to you both!!!
Reviewed On 8/29/2019 by Megan B
Kara did an amazing job photographing our wedding. She knew exactly what she was doing to get the best shots and it definitely shows in the pictures. Highly recommend!!
Response from the Vendor on 08/29/2019
Thanks so much Megan! It was so great working with you and Patrick for your engagement session and wedding day :-) And I will not soon forget those adorable llamas! I am excited to share the rest of your pictures with you soon! Congrats again!
Reviewed On 7/11/2019 by Laura D
I wish I could give Kara 1000 stars because she truly is the real deal! When I first met Kara last June to go over her packages and photography options, I was immediately impressed. She was organized, sweet, thoughtful and very professional. No...
t only did I book her right after our meeting, but I also felt like, “Wow, I really want Kara to be my friend, she is so great!!” We got our engagement photos done in October and were absolutely stunned by how comfortable she made us feel and her husband Daniel was so great with our puppy, Teddy! I didn’t know a dog could be so photogenic but he brought it out of him! Our photos were so beautiful and we knew that our wedding day was going to be perfect with both of them by our side capturing all of the important moments. On the day of the wedding, Kara and Daniel were so relaxed and very flexible. We had to make a last minute change to our photo location because of the pride festival in Tower Grove but she came up with an even better spot for us to get gorgeous shots! Kara made me feel calm when I was nervous, she captured all of the best emotions and moments of the day and she is the sweetest person ever! Since I love photos so much, this decision was an important one and I seriously am so happy we chose Kara!!! Thank you from the bottom of our hearts!
Response from the Vendor on 07/11/2019
Laura you are too kind! Thank you so much for making my day with your review! We feel so grateful to have been able to work with you and Chris, and are excited that you now live so close by! Teddy is such a sweet dog and it was super fun inclu...
ding him in your engagement session :-) We are so happy that we were able to help make your wedding day a wonderful experience and thank you guys for your flexibility in changing photo locations on relatively short notice! Congrats again to you and Chris and we definitely look forward to hanging out with you both soon!!!
Reviewed On 6/06/2019 by Holly M
Choosing Kara to be your photographer will be one of, if not THE, best wedding planning decision you will make! Kara is extremely responsive, very personable and easygoing, organized, professional, and has a true passion for photography that sh...
ows through her incredible photos. Both she and Daniel helped us in more ways than just taking beautiful photos of our day - they created our wedding day timeline, picked beautiful spots for both our engagement and wedding photos, worked seamlessly with our other vendors to adhere to the timeline, and were so flexible with us since we were planning the wedding from out of town. Both my husband and I felt way less stress the day of our wedding knowing that we were in good hands with Kara and Daniel. The forecast called for rain on our wedding day, so I panicked and asked Kara what we were going to do about our outdoor photos. Her response was to not worry because she already had plan B ready, and I didn’t think any more of it because we trusted her so much. Also, we owe Daniel a big thank you for watching our pup during our engagement session! With Kara and Daniel, you are getting so much more than two great photographers who immediately feel like trusted friends, and we cannot recommend them enough!
Response from the Vendor on 06/06/2019
Holly I can't thank you enough for your very kind review! What you described is everything that we strive for and we are so glad that we had the chance to work with you guys! You and Mike make the cutest couple and photographing your love has b...
een an absolute joy. We also loved working with Louie during your engagement session and I will never forget your bravery in cleaning up after him with that micro-sized ziplock bag lol! As I said that day, you are a good citizen of the world! Thank you both for all the laughs and fun that we have had with you throughout the process :-) We hope that your pictures will serve as cherished memories for a lifetime!
Reviewed On 5/22/2019 by Lindsay C
My husband and I had an absolutely wonderful experience with Kara and could not have picked a better photographer! My first interaction with Kara was when she was the photographer for one of my best friend’s weddings that I was a bridesmaid in....
She was so great to work with then, when it was time for my husband and I to choose a photographer, we knew exactly who to contact! Kara made it clear from the beginning that her main goal was to make my husband and I happy – she succeeded and exceeded our expectations! Any questions I had during the planning process (and I had a LOT) I could send to Kara and know that I would get a quick response from a seasoned professional. Kara’s experience helped drastically in many aspects of our wedding. She was extremely helpful when it came to creating a detailed timeline for our wedding day- a task that I would have been completely stressed out about if it had not been for Kara. The day of the wedding, Kara and her assistant/husband Daniel were the perfect, calm addition to our wedding day that we needed. They ensured that all shots that were previously planned were taken. Kara’s creative eye is incredibly impressive. She knew exactly where to pose us, all the while making us feel comfortable and look natural. One of my favorite things about working with Kara was that with all the hustle and bustle of the wedding day- she remained calm, focused and professional the entire time. Our engagement and wedding photos were truly stunning. We will definitely be utilizing Kara Volle Photography for future family photo needs and would absolutely recommend her to any bride looking for a photographer.
Response from the Vendor on 05/22/2019
You have put the biggest smile on my face! Thank you guys so much for your review, it really means a lot. Lindsay + Robby, I have so enjoyed working with you both and getting to know you! It is always such a treat when we are able to work with ...
couples through various weddings :-) You always made us feel so welcome and we are so glad that we could capture images that you will treasure forever! So glad to hear that our timeline was helpful and that all my over-organization was just what you needed! Congrats again to you both and I definitely look forward to staying in touch and working with you in the future :-)
Reviewed On 5/21/2019 by RYAN A
From our very first conversation to the moment we received our wedding photo gallery, we were incredibly impressed with Kara. Her organizational skills, photographic eye, and professionalism are unparalleled. Kara's recommendations for photogra...
phic locations and day-of activities were spot on. We couldn't have been happier with her or how our photos turned out. I can confidently say that she was a big part of making our wedding the amazing experience it was. We would highly recommend her to anyone!
Response from the Vendor on 05/21/2019
Awe thank you so much for your kind words Ryan! You and Shauna were such a joy to work with and I am so glad to hear that you are enjoying your photos! I am so happy that I was able to help make your wedding day run smoothly and that you both e...
njoyed the locations that we visited :-) You both made everything look good of course, being the stunning couple that you are! Thank you for choosing me to photograph your engagement session and wedding day! Best wishes to you both!!
Reviewed On 4/09/2019 by Hilary M
We got married in March 2019 and couldn't be any happier with her services, punctuality, personality, and quality of her skills. We met a few months beforehand to get a timeline together, which was essential for a stressed bride, so that was m...
uch appreciated! The day of the wedding I wanted to make it back in time for cocktail hour to mingle with guests and we were still able to go to all of our photo spots and make it back in time. We added her husbands services and that made it so smooth the day of; Daniel would go shoot the groom and groomsman photos while Kara did the girls. I've been in other weddings where the photographer has to be authoritative which can come off as aggressive but Kara and her husband were a joy to work with the minute we booked them and had the initial phone call right up until the last minute of their services at the reception. I will definitely recommend to family and friends and all future brides who love to stay organized.
Response from the Vendor on 04/09/2019
Hilary thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience working with us! I am so glad that we were able to provide you with a great experience from start to finish :-) You and Andrew were so fun to work with and planned a phenomen...
al wedding day! It was clear that everyone had a blast and adores the two of you immensely :-) Daniel and I wish you and Andrew every happiness as you start your married lives together!
Reviewed On 1/07/2019 by Jennie T
I am beyond thrilled with my experience with Kara! I originally chose her from not only the gorgeous pictures I'd seen, but because the reviews were wonderful - and she did not disappoint. From the first time we met, she made me feel super comf...
ortable. I am not an organized person and planning the wedding seemed so overwhelming for me but she helped make a timeline and detailed out every piece of the day. She ended up becoming kind of like a day of coordinator in addition to my photographer and I am so thankful for that. She always answered my texts and emails almost immediately. Day of went so smoothly because of how organized she was without being too pushy (my bridesmaids were very impressed with how she handled the whole day). And the best part - we got all our wedding pictures TWO WEEKS from the day! And this was during the holidays, too! I cannot recommend Kara and Daniel enough! They were amazing and you will not be disappointed if you choose them!
Response from the Vendor on 01/08/2019
We are the luckiest to have such wonderful clients! Jennie + Dave thank you for taking the time to write about your experience working with us! It makes me so happy to know that we were able to play a role in making your wedding day a success. ...
Photographing you both along with your family and friends was a blast and we loved your festive backdrop! Congrats again to you both and thank you again for trusting us to preserve your memories!
Reviewed On 12/24/2018 by Emily S
Our wedding pictures turned out beautifully, and we had a great experience from start to finish working with Kara. She has a great work ethic, and she was a joy to work with. Kara is extremely organized, responded to questions right away, was...
flexible as far as meeting times, and we got our pictures back in a timely manner. She listened to what we wanted, and also had great input to make sure our pictures turned out well. She made us feel comfortable so we were at ease when our pictures were taken. I am very happy that we decided to use Kara and I love our wedding pictures.
Response from the Vendor on 12/24/2018
Thank you so much Emily for your kind words! We are so thrilled that you and Brian are enjoying your wedding pictures and can't tell you how much we enjoyed taking them! It has been such a treat working with you both throughout the entire proce...
ss. You and Brian make sure a wonderful couple and we are so thrilled for you as you start your married lives together! Enjoy your first holiday season as husband and wife!!
Reviewed On 11/29/2018 by Chelsea S
I’ve waited a while to write this review because I honestly could not find the right words to explain how amazing our experience was with Kara and Daniel. From our very first meeting with Kara we hit it off with her.. She was professional and p...
repared and we just felt incredibly comfortable with her- which was exactly what we needed around us during our wedding day. We did engagement pictures through Kara and they turned out beautiful. Per our request, Kara selected the location for the pictures and we were very pleased with her recommendation. Kara even created Save The Dates for us with our engagement photos which was helpful because it was one less thing we had to do during wedding planning. During the wedding planning process Kara helped us stay organized and even helped us create a wedding day timeline. She always responded to our questions and concerns promptly— actually she is freaky fast at responding to emails. It got to the point that my fiancé and I would make bets on how quickly she would respond to our emails. During our wedding day I, the bride, was motion sick on the bus transport between venues/pictures.. Kara and Daniel were so accommodating and allowed me to ride in their vehicle (this even included stuffing my big fluffy dress in their car). While this was obviously very stressful, Kara and Daniel had a way of easing my stress and making me laugh. Kara and Daniel kept us on schedule the entire wedding day. They captured so many gorgeous photos and got the photos back to us in TWO WEEKS!! I’ve had friends that have waited six months to get their wedding photos back. Since our wedding we have had so many people contact us asking who did our photos. Thank you Kara & Daniel for your creativity, professionalism, and punctuality- our wedding day would not have been the same without you! If you are reading this review because you are searching for a wedding photographer- you can stop your search now.
Response from the Vendor on 11/29/2018
I'm definitely not over here balling my eyes out over your incredibly sweet review...ok maybe I am lol. Daniel and I are so happy that we were able to make your engagement session and wedding day fun, memorable, and run smoothly! You and Ryan h...
andled all of the surprises with grace and you were a stunning bride - even with the motion sickness! I think that your positive attitude and support of one another is going to serve you very well throughout your lifetime :-) I really can't express what a pleasure it has been to work with you both. Simply put, you are great people. And I am glad that you and Ryan got a kick out of my almost compulsive need to respond quickly LOL. We are so very grateful that we had the opportunity to capture your memories!
Reviewed On 11/26/2018 by Amanda J
I honestly can't say enough about how wonderful Kara is. After meeting with her the first time, I knew I had found our photographer. Kara is genuine, honest, professional, organized, and was a tremendous help in planning the perfect shots for o...
ur big day. She really is an expert at what she does and it shows through her work. We had a blast shooting our engagement session even though I was a nervous wreck to be in front of the camera. Kara has a way to make you feel at ease...she is just an overall wonderful person! Our big day was even better and Kara put together a thorough timeline to make sure we got the perfect shots. My husband and I have enjoyed re-living our day through her photos (which we got back super fast)! I am so happy we found her and I would recommend her over and over again!
Response from the Vendor on 11/26/2018
Amanda thank you so much! Working with you and John has been so wonderful from the very start! You are both such lovely individuals and make a terrific couple. You made our job easy and we have so enjoyed getting to know you both. I am so happy...
that we were able to help your wedding day run smoothly and capture your beautiful memories! Thank YOU for entrusting us to document your engagement session and wedding day :-) Congrats again to you both!!
Reviewed On 11/01/2018 by Emily H
After our initial meeting with Kara I knew she would be our photographer, so much so we didn’t meet with anyone else!! Kara is fun, energetic, talented, and absolutely amazing at what she does! After booking with Kara we couldn’t not wait to sc...
hedule our engagement pictures and to say the least the photos were stunning. Originally we started planning a local wedding but soon realized we were more of a “low-key mountain couple” and had to change our venue! Kara gladly accepted the adventure and traveled with us to Steamboat Springs, CO for our mountain wedding. Kara’s organization and coordination helped our special day run flawlessly while capturing the most AMAZING photos EVER! I could go on and on about how much we loved having Kara Volle as our photographer & I would 100% recommend her for ALL of your photography needs!!
Response from the Vendor on 11/01/2018
We were absolutely ECSTATIC to travel along on your wedding adventure! I am so glad that you followed your heart and opted for the mountain wedding of your dreams :-) And the feeling is mutual! You both have been a true pleasure to work with fr...
om the very start. It is couples like you and Tyler that make our job such a joy! Daniel and I wish you the very best as your start your married lives together, and look forward to seeing what adventures await you :-)
Reviewed On 9/15/2018 by Maura S
Kara was the absolute best choice we made for our wedding! If we could, we would give her 10 stars. The first day we met with her we were sold. She was so organized, knew the time of the sunset on our wedding day, and wanted to get to know us. ...
We did our engagement photos with her and it she made it fun and easy. She is amazing at what she does, and makes you feel comfortable while she is taking pictures. She was our unofficial wedding planner, helping us with our wedding day timeline. Kara thinks of everything, and truly has your best interest in mind. Our pictures are AMAZING. I have no idea how we are going to choose which ones to print. We are so lucky we had her to photograph and capture some of the best moments of our lives on our wedding day.
Response from the Vendor on 09/16/2018
Maura + Robyn I so appreciate your kind words! I feel so lucky that I had the opportunity to work with you for your engagement session and wedding day! It means the world to me to know that I am delivering a great experience from start to finis...
h for my couples :-) You did a fantastic job planning a beautiful day and had such amazing family and friends to share it with! It really was a perfect testament of your love for each other and the love that all of your guests have for you both. May your pictures bring back all those cherished memories for years to come! Congrats again!!!!
Reviewed On 8/24/2018 by Lisa B
My husband and I would recommend Kara in a heart beat! She is very organized, timely, and a pleasure to be around. Kara did our engagement photos as well as our wedding photos. Both turned out absolutely amazing. She was even able to get multip...
le great shots of us with our dog in our engagement shoot! The wedding photos are stunning and we've received many compliments already, both on the pictures themselves as well as the positive experience of being with Kara for our wedding day. She was great to have by our side the whole day and helped everything run smoothly. I was shocked how quickly Kara had our wedding photos back to us after the wedding. It was exciting to relive the fun through the photos Kara took. I am so glad we selected Kara Volle Photography to capture these important moments.
Response from the Vendor on 08/24/2018
Lisa, I am so thankful that I had the opportunity to work with you and Jared! (And Walter of course :-) I am so thrilled that you found each other and are now starting your married lives together! Truly you make a wonderful couple. From engagem...
ent session to wedding day, I thoroughly enjoyed working with you and getting to know you both. It makes my heart so happy to know that you have been enjoying your pictures and that they will transport you back to all of those moments for years to come! Congrats to you both and thank you again for your review!
Reviewed On 6/20/2018 by Chelsey K
Have you been endlessly searching for a wedding photographer to capture your special day? Congrats- you just found her! I cannot rave enough about Kara Volle and her work. Throughout the entire process, she was incredibly organized and great at...
consistent communication with me and my husband from the moment we booked her to our wedding day almost a year and a half later. The weather report was not looking good the week leading up to the wedding and she reached out to reassure us she had rain gear and alternative photography plans if it rained on the big day- which put us at ease. We ended up experiencing some showers that day, but thanks to Kara's creativity the photos that were taken during the rain turned out to be my favorite ones! We have gotten so many compliments on how beautiful our pictures turned out, and I know we are going to have a hard time narrowing down which ones we will want to include in an album. If you are looking for a photographer who is experienced, great at organizing large groups of people for family pictures, and whom you feel is genuinely invested in your wedding, hire Kara. We can't thank her enough for the beautiful photos we will cherish forever!
Response from the Vendor on 06/20/2018
Oh my goodness, thank you so very much for your review Chelsey! It really means so much to me that I was able to capture those memories for you. Throughout the entire planning process you and Matt were wonderful to work with and made my job eas...
y! I am so glad that I was able to reassure you about the weather - thank you both for trusting me to ensure that the day would run smoothly regardless :-) The rain shots are some of my favorites as well! We really did get the perfect mix of conditions for an awesome variety of photos. I sincerely am so grateful to have had the opportunity to work with you both!
Reviewed On 6/18/2018 by Kristin R
We cannot say enough about Kara. From our first meeting to our wedding day, she was attentive, organized, and so sweet. She was very responsive to any questions we had and made a timeline for the day of with a list of the pictures we wanted. ...
Kara personally edited and turned around our pictures within 2 weeks of our wedding day and they are absolutely beautiful. We are so happy that we chose to work with Kara and will forever have amazing pictures to remember our special day. We cannot thank her enough for all her hard work!
Response from the Vendor on 06/18/2018
It was such a pleasure working with you and Cole! Kristin, you had such a great vision for your day and I appreciated your excellent taste and organization throughout the planning process :-) Photographing you two and seeing you interact among ...
your family and friends was such a joy - so much love all around! Thank you so much for choosing us to photograph your most special day! I wish you both a lifetime of love, laughter, and happily ever after!!
Reviewed On 6/18/2018 by Lea A
I do not have enough kind words to say about Kara and her second shooter, Daniel. She was not only incredibly punctual, professional, and on-the-ball, but also kind and thoughtful all throughout my husband's and my engagement and wedding. Her p...
ackages are reasonable and much better than many others that I've seen, and we got our photos back incredibly fast. We couldn't be happier with how they turned out! Kara and Daniel captured our laughter and love incredibly well. I would hire Kara again in a heartbeat, and probably will!
Response from the Vendor on 06/18/2018
Lea you are so sweet! You and Jake were absolutely fantastic to work with and we so enjoyed documenting your love :-) We are so very happy that you found each other because you are definitely meant to be! Thank you for your kindness towards us ...
and for entrusting us with photographing your precious memories. I am very excited to start designing your wedding album! Best wishes to you and Jake, I know you two will have an amazing life together!!!
Reviewed On 5/14/2018 by Lindsay G
Kara is absolutely fantastic in every way! From the first time we sat down to discuss wedding photos, it was clear she was the best choice for us. She's part wedding planner, part photographer, part ninja (you'll wonder 'How did she get that sh...
ot?!'). She was a huge help with planning our timeline and she made certain that we stuck to it during the day, without the need to boss anybody around. Several people in our wedding party said they wish she had been their wedding photographer while we were out shooting in between the ceremony and reception. Also, we're just now getting to look through all of our photos and soak them in - ABSOLUTELY AMAZING WORK!!! We cannot wait to begin putting our wedding album together! Anytime we need a photographer for any occasion, we're going back to Kara!
Response from the Vendor on 05/14/2018
Ahhhh! Lindsay + Brian you have absolutely made my day with your kind words! Working with you both has been an absolute blast! I so appreciate your wonderful sense of humor and will never forget your hilarious koozies!!! I am so glad that I cou...
ld help to make your day special and run smoothly from start to finish :-) Thank you both for making me feel so welcome and part of the family throughout the entire day! Congrats again to you - I am so thrilled that you both found your perfect other-half, hugs!
Reviewed On 5/11/2018 by Amanda H
Kara did both our engagement photos and our wedding day photos. She is absolutely amazing! Her work speaks for itself, it has been 3 weeks since our wedding and I am still receiving numerous compliments on my wedding photos. Not only are the pi...
ctures she takes phenomenal but she is very easy to work with and makes the whole wedding picture planning process a breeze. If you're looking for a wedding photographer, look no more because she is the best!
Response from the Vendor on 05/11/2018
Amanda + Tony, thank you so much for your kind words! It was so much fun working with you both for your engagement session and wedding day :-) Your chemistry together made my job easy and I loved photographing your love! Your wedding party and ...
families were so much fun as well - it was truly a perfect day. The reception details and wedding favors to commemorate your proposal and careers were outstanding! I know that you guys have an amazing life together ahead of you, and I wish you all the best :-)
Reviewed On 4/10/2018 by Amanda M
I am so thankful that we had Kara as our photographer for our wedding this past weekend! She kept everything on time and the day just flew by with her guidance. I am so excited to see how our photos turn out!
Response from the Vendor on 04/10/2018
I had such a great time with you all! Working on your sneak peeks now and am so excited to share them with you guys later today! Your wedding day was a total joy to photograph and I really enjoyed getting to know you all better :-) You are my h...
eroes for having Florence + the machine's "Stand By Me" as your first dance song. Seriously, I love how you personalized your day to reflect you as a couple and celebrate with all of your guests! Congrats again to you guys! I am so excited to continue working on your photos and share them with you :-)
Reviewed On 3/24/2018 by Brittany W
Kara was the absolute best. We were worried because we have never been photographed professionally and we were incredibly anxious about it - but she kept us laughing and relaxed during our engagement session and even more during our big day. T...
he final product turned out amazing as well and we got the pictures in record timing (two weeks). We both would 10/10 recommend to anyone looking into any kind of professional photos.
Response from the Vendor on 03/24/2018
The feeling is mutual! You both were an absolute pleasure to work with and I am so grateful that I was able to work with you for both your engagement session and wedding day :-) You two are the perfect example of why I enjoy my work so much. Yo...
ur wedding day was such a beautiful celebration of your love and had me tearing up along with all of your guests! I had so much fun with all of you and you really made me feel like part of the family :-) I see great things ahead for you both and hope that your pictures serve as a source of joy for years to come!
Reviewed On 3/21/2018 by Jackie N
I cannot say enough great things about Kara and her husband Daniel! They made my now husband and I feel so comfortable during our engagement photoshoot! At our wedding they were AMAZING! It was cloudy and cold, but they made every picture enjoy...
able and kept it light and really fun. When we were out taking photos outside (I was FREEZING), so she recommended a ice cream shop that would be cute for photos and warm. It was perfect! All the groomsmen and bridesmaids (us as well) were so thankful for that nice fun little break and we adore the photos! We only got the sneak peek so far (our wedding was St. Patrick's Day), but we have already fallen in love with every single one!! If I recommend a photographer for any event it will definitely be Kara Volle Photography! You cannot go wrong with them seriously!! Thank you both!
Response from the Vendor on 03/21/2018
Thank you so much for your kind words Jackie! You and Matt were so great to work with throughout the entire engagement and wedding process :-) You made our job so easy and we had so much fun spending the day with you and your wedding party! I a...
m just thrilled that you all enjoyed the ice cream shop, and I agree that it made for super cute pictures :-) As I work on editing the rest, I have SO many favorites! So needless to say, I am very much looking forward to sharing your completed galleries with you both! You and Matt make sure a terrific couple and Daniel and I wish you an amazing journey together!!
Reviewed On 1/17/2018 by Heather H
If you are on the hunt for a photographer, STOP NOW and choose Kara! I cannot say enough great things about her. From day 1, Kara was completely organized and demonstrated that she knew what she was doing. Throughout our conversations with Kara...
, she not only helped consult on the decisions that we needed to make (we can be pretty indecisive), but she went above and beyond to help in any way that she could. Also, if you're anything like us, taking staged photos for the first time can feel a little awkward. Kara has a way about her that makes you feel comfortable and she is so complimentary - she made us feel like pros and we definitely are not! Having Kara there as our photographer on the big day was not only awesome because she takes amazing pictures, but she literally made sure the day ran as seamlessly as possible! From giving directions to the party bus driver, to telling us how to cut our wedding cake best for photos right before we did it, we truly couldn't have asked for a better photographer. Our entire bridal party kept commenting on how great she was! I can't go on without mentioning her second shooter, Daniel, either. The two of them make a great team and with them together, they were able to capture great shots from different angles - we would definitely recommend a second shooter! You will not regret choosing Kara, I promise!!
Response from the Vendor on 01/17/2018
Heather you are the sweetest!!! Daniel and I are so very glad that we had the opportunity to work with you and Aaron for your engagement session + wedding day! Not only did you plan an unbelievable NYE wedding, you were AMAZING sports in the co...
ld weather! Seriously we can not believe how you both looked completely at ease outside - you always had big smiles on your faces and completely relaxed shoulders - a true feat when the high is 12 degrees lol. Hats off to you both! I am so glad that we were able to make your day special and preserve all of those amazing memories. You and Aaron are meant to be and I am so happy that we were able to document your best day ever!
Reviewed On 12/10/2017 by Elizabeth E
Kara was awesome to work with! Kept us to a perfect schedule for taking pictures and just the best to work with! We’ve seen a few sneak peeks from our day so far and can’t wait to see the rest! Will definitely be working with her again in the ...
future!
Response from the Vendor on 12/10/2017
Happy first week married Beth and thank you for your kind words! I am so very excited for you to see the rest of your pictures as well! Your December wedding could not have been more perfect (including the amazing weather) and having your puppy...
visit us at the park - such a great idea!!! Thank you both for having me along to capture all the excitement, love, and dancing on the party bus :-) Working with you both has been wonderful!
Reviewed On 11/21/2017 by Caroline S
Hiring Kara was one of the best and easiest decisions I made in the wedding planning process. I got married in August and was so nervous that I would look awkward in pictures. Kara made me feel like everything was running so smoothly and when t...
he pictures came in, I was blown away. I'm over the moon happy with the wedding album and love showing it to my friends and family. Kara is awesome at responding to questions and makes the meetings over coffee feel organized and easy-going. She's a definite recommendation in my book :)
Response from the Vendor on 11/22/2017
So glad to hear that you are enjoying your pictures and wedding album Caroline! From start to finish working with you guys was extremely fun and easy! Your wedding was perfect in every way and I had a great time spending the day with you all :-...
) You and Tim did a wonderful job making your big day memorable for all of your guests - a great time was definitely had by all - especially your adorable nieces and nephews! Thank you for choosing me to document your special day - enjoy the holidays together as newlyweds!
Reviewed On 11/11/2017 by Marissa F
Photography was the most important thing to me on or wedding day so we spoke with A LOT of photographers ... but as soon as we met with Kara, I knew she would be the perfect fit for our big day! She took the time to really understand our vision...
for the day, our styles, what we liked and didn't like, and not to mention she was extremely organized and had amazing work to show us from previous weddings! Throughout the entire process, Kara was great with checking in on any changes to the day and giving us a detailed timeline to get everything accomplished. On our wedding day, she was great to work with and took charge to get everyone in place for photos (we had a rowdy bridal party but it didn't phase her). Overall, I would recommend Kara a million times to brides-to-be! She is the best!
Response from the Vendor on 11/11/2017
Thanks so much Marissa! You and Christian were so fantastic to work with and I still can not get over all the amazing details that you put together for your big day :-) So many fun and hilarious moments with your wedding party that were so fun ...
to photograph! Those speeches - so perfect! I am so excited for you and Christian as you begin the journey of marriage together - you make a perfect pair :-) Thanks for your trust!
Reviewed On 11/05/2017 by Nichole F
Kara is an amazingly talented photographer, not to mention the best unofficial day of wedding coordinator. I knew immediately after our initial meeting that Kara was 'the one' (in addition to my finance of course). She is extremely personable a...
nd makes you feel so comfortable regardless of your experience level with professional photography. We wanted someone who would be laid back and fun to be with all day but at the same time could lead a crowd and keep us on schedule so we didn't have to worry about anything. She was the perfect fit, and is fantastic to work with. She never made us feel rushed, but kept us a half hour ahead of schedule all day. I've never heard of another wedding being ahead of schedule. We had so much fun with her on our big day as she truly became one of our wedding party. As promised, we received our wedding photos two weeks later, and they are unbelievable. Our wedding photography was the most important item to me, and Kara did not let me down, they are absolute perfection. I would highly recommend booking her. Thanks Kara!
Response from the Vendor on 11/05/2017
You guys were so wonderful to work with! I really appreciate your kind words Nichole - I had so much fun with you all and am so glad that I was able to help make it a great experience! You both made my job a breeze and planned such a beautiful ...
wedding in the perfect setting :-) Thank you both for entrusting me to document your special day! Congrats again on starting your married lives together - I see great things in your future!
Reviewed On 10/22/2017 by Nicole C
Working with Kara was like a dream come true. You never know how a photographer is going to mesh with you if they really can walk the walk and talk the talk. Well with Kara she proved me wrong. From the moment we met I knew she was the person I...
needed to capture my husband and I wedding. She is so easy to talk to and very down to earth. She makes you feel like you are so important and works for you. After we worked with her for our engagement photos and then saw them there was so regret that we chose the right person. She truly makes you feel so beautiful and important on your special day and even up until then. I will be recommending her to everyone and hope to use her again in the future for family photos 😁
Response from the Vendor on 11/11/2017
Awe thank you Nicole + Dustin! I so loved having the opportunity to work with you both! From the very beginning I enjoyed getting to know you as individuals and as a couple. Your wedding day was oh so special and I am so thrilled that I was abl...
e to document it for you! You all were so fun to spend the day with and I was so glad that we were able to incorporate some fun spots along the way to your reception :-) I wish you both every happiness in your lives together!
Reviewed On 10/06/2017 by Sara J
Working with Kara was an amazing experience. Her works speaks for itself. We are in love with our pictures, and we have received so many compliments! The most impressive aspect of working with Kara is how amazing she is. From our engagement...
pictures to working on our final album Kara has been so easy to communicate with. Whenever I had a question she was there with a response immediately answering all my questions. She is creative and can create pictures so gorgeous I didn't even know it was possible. Kara's creativity is in a league of its own. Her professionalism is exceptional. She is very organized and proficient. The day of the wedding went so smoothly largely due to Kara. The timeline she created helped shape the plans for the rest of the wedding day. We also got our pictures completed in a timely manner without any issues. Kara had a back up plan ready to go in the instance of bad weather. I had nothing to stress about on our wedding day because Kara is so amazing. Kara was our photographer, unofficial wedding planner, and friend. We absolutely loved working with Kara, and we owe her so much for making our day fantastic.
Response from the Vendor on 10/06/2017
Oh my goodness the happy tears are flowing! Sara + Jarad you are so sweet and it was just an absolute pleasure working with you both! This is everything that I strive for and I am beyond thrilled that I was able to help in making your big day s...
o special :-) You did such a wonderful job planning an amazing day. But what always makes a wedding day so special is the love between the couple and those cherished family and friends they surround themselves with - and you knocked it out of the park on all accounts! Hugs to you both - thank you for making my day!
Reviewed On 8/30/2017 by Bennet A
Kara is fantastic to work with. She shot our wedding in June and throughout every step of the process from our first coffee shop meeting to the last details on the photo album Kara was there to answer every question and was very understanding a...
nd patient all the way. Kara is extremely professional yet super easy going- which is the exact combination I was looking for. She was also super stealthy; a few guests commented that it was a shame she couldn't stay for the reception and I had to tell them she was THERE the whole time taking lots of memorable photos- she's just that good! ;) Very affordable as well, and she will make sure everything goes just as you want it. I highly highly recommend Kara to anyone who wants the best balance of a photographer: BEAUTIFUL photos, easy to work with, not a complaint here whatsoever!! It even rained a little and she made sure to snap some beautiful photos despite the conditions.
Response from the Vendor on 08/31/2017
Awe thanks Bennet! You and Justin were such a joy to work with and I so appreciate your kind words! Your wedding day was so lovely and I adored all the details and ways that you both made it unique and special for you as a couple :-) So glad to...
have met a fellow artist and lover of poodles and rose gold! I am so excited for you and Justin as your continue your lives together as husband and wife. Thank you for choosing me to capture your special day!!!
Reviewed On 7/07/2017 by Kristin M
Kara is amazing and a talented photographer. She is able to control challenging situations with grace and humor. Love her and highly recommend her services
Response from the Vendor on 07/07/2017
You are the sweetest! Had so much fun with you guys from the very start! I am so happy that I was able to make your day special and capture all those amazing moments for you guys :-) You did such a wonderful job planning a beautiful wedding day...
for all to remember! Thank you for your review and the opportunity to work with you both! :-) Congrats again!!!
Reviewed On 6/23/2017 by Maryveronica F
Kara and Daniel were absolutely wonderful to work with on our wedding day. Kara helped create a wedding timeline for photos, which was super helpful during our wedding day. She was on time and she made sure that all of our bridal and family por...
traits were taken. Kara and Daniel had so many creative ideas for our photos and they all turned out beautiful! Looking through our photos, we were able to re-live our wedding day - it was truly amazing. Kara and Daniel are talented on capturing those special moments and emotions! They were able to capture the true essence of our wedding. Most of all, we received our photos back in less than two weeks. Our wedding pictures are stunning and we love them! Thank you so much Kara and Daniel for capturing our special day!
Response from the Vendor on 06/24/2017
Working with you and Spencer was so much fun! We are so thrilled that we were able to capture your big day so you can continue to relive those special memories :-) You both made our job a breeze and we really enjoyed spending time with your wed...
ding party and all of your guests! Your review is very much appreciated and I feel extremely lucky to have the opportunity to work with wonderful couples like you! Congrats again to you and Spencer - we wish you every happiness!!