Todd Hugen Photography

doing and we didn’t have todo anything. Todd and Peggy were fantastic and professional I would recommend them to anyone. They were with us for 10 hours on our wedding day. They were there from the very beginning of the day into the night and they remained positive and upbeat the whole time. They caught so many great memories of us that we will always cherish.

less stressful than it could have been. Having both of them there helped capture every moment we wanted. Peggy even assisted with the timing of the bridal party during the ceremony. If you are going to make one investment in your wedding for something that you will have the rest of your life, then I would highly recommend working with Todd and Peggy. The photos they took were just amazing and on top of that, they are great people. Thank you Todd and Peggy for making our wedding day so much easier and for the wonderful photos we will cherish for years to come!

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they know how long different aspects of the day will take. They helped to develop our timeline prior to the wedding, had scissors on hand when I had an extra string hanging off the hem of my dress, had powder on hand to touch up my makeup when my face started to glisten, and really helped with a lot of extra little details that aren’t really the photographers’ job. I know if we would have needed a button sewn on or a bandaid or a kleenex, they would have those right on hand, too.

at you are looking for and provide many thoughts due to their years of experience to capture and enhance your memories for years to come. Prompt and professional and super easy to work with!

ing. Our engagement photos turned out wonderfully; I couldn’t be happier with those! Now, I have not yet seen my wedding images, but I have no doubt that they will be anything less than what I had imagined. The wedding day coverage that Todd and Peggy provided was simply amazing. They helped to make sure everything was running smoothly, and to keep everyone in the bridal party on schedule. Family photos went very well, and were done in a timely fashion, as well as the fun formals. They had lots of fun ideas that they came up with based on the location, which I was very pleased with. I am so pleased with their service and their final images that I am planning on using them for all of my future photography needs.

nd quality. Peggy went out of her way to make my Bride feel unique and special. Todd was funny and charming. It was great we had them working as a team for us on our big day. Kuddos to Todd and Peggy Hugen!

s who didn't like to get their photos taken. They were fast and efficient allowing time for fun candid photos too. About 1/2 through the reception we went outside to get sunset photos. I was so disappointed because the weather hadn't cooperated all day and it was going to be too cloudy. Wait for it, the storm photos were amazing too! I simply love them as a photography team and love how my wedding photos turned out. From the impromptu non-RSVP guests to the family that didn't want to smile; that was our day and they captured it all. Thank you Todd and Peggy Hugen for being part of our adventure!

andid pictures throughout the entire night. The photographer quality and lighting is better than any other photographer I have experienced. I have ask my friend to have the photographer print a photo for myself. This not usual for me to request. Todd Hugen Photography captured the beautiful day and fit into the day seamlessly. You never even knew they were there, but they catch all the memories!

now the day would have been all over the place & completely unorganized. I can't explain enough how comfortable they made us feel and made our day a complete breeze! The photos that were captured were just perfect! We highly recommend Todd Hugen Photography for anyone looking for simply just the greatest photographers around, because you get so much more! So thankful for them during our special day!

at taking the wedding day stress out of the equation and of course they are amazing at taking photos as well! We will not go to anyone else to capture our family photos!!!!

and of course our pictures! Thank you!!! <3

hey really went above and beyond the whole day, stayed later then they needed and even picked up a few odd jobs that we needed help with. Highly recommend!

on your wedding day. We could not have asked for a better couple to work with!!

asure to meet. They were very outgoing during our first meeting and made us feel right at home. They are completely professional, good-natured and are prepared for anything and everything on your special day. We were/are completely satisfied with the work that they did for our wedding. The photographs are absolutely beautiful! Also, we never once had to worry about what to do next during photos. It was all very relaxed and Todd made sure that everything kept running smoothly during the whole day. He made it fun, had lots of energy, and it was so relaxing to us to just go about our day while they kept the schedule going. All of our vendors were wonderful on our wedding day, but Todd really made everything just flow throughout the day. I can't even express how wonderful that was. Thank you to Todd and Peggy for working with all of our other wedding vendors so well and making our wedding day an absolute dream come true. We are so grateful!

ight, but did not get one, since we didn't do the "first look" prior to the ceremony. -We did not receive our photos until a year after the wedding, even though our photo books were done months before then. -At our "reveal party," it seemed like they were all about up-selling. -They were slow at returning emails, and never returned calls. -They did minimal touch-ups on our photos unless we purchased through them. -We requested a very short "fun, onsite photos" session (between the wedding and reception), but it took much longer than they said it would, thus we kept our guests waiting. -When the initial few photos were posted on social media, the mother-of-the-bride requested a change in "family" photo (to include only family), but the request was ignored. -We were not allowed to have any photos before Christmas to print cards to send out; the only option given was buying [expensive] Christmas cards through them. -The mother-of-the-bride purchased a Christmas ornament. When she proofed it, she asked if the clarity would be better, as it appeared blurry. THP assured her it would be clear, but it turned out as blurry as the proof.

d be in a magazine. So thankful we had them to share our special day with us!

way. They kept things moving and were incredibly efficient, especially with family formals. I purchased a canvas as a gift for the happy couple and they love it! Highly recommended.

hotographers - Peggy was super helpful with my bustle and hair throughout the day too. Fun to work with!

engagement photos and wedding photos! I knew from the very beginning of our consultation that I wanted to work with this couple who genuinely cared about my groom-to-be and I. They told us from the start what we could expect, and they shared so many pieces of advice with us to ensure our day went smoothly. Peggy worked with me to answer all of my questions, and kept me in the loop when she found out she was expecting her second child (he was born 2 days after our wedding). Although Peggy was unable to be with us on our wedding day, Todd and his crew made sure that everything went perfectly. The photos they took tell the beautiful story of our wedding day, and they will last a lifetime! The prices are very reasonable, and they do a wonderful job of mixing traditional poses with modern, fun ones! If you are considering anyone else for your wedding photography, make sure to schedule a consult with Todd and Peggy. You won’t regret it!

commend their services.

hly. They even created our wedding day schedule. Talk about going above and beyond!! I had a amazing and stress-free wedding and a lot of that was thanks to them!!

and and keep everything running on time and Todd is there to take pictures of the boys beforehand and then get all of the amazing shots after the wedding. I had a lot of little children in the family and Peggy had candy that she would give to them after they smiled or did a good job taking a picture. The kids loved it and all of the pictures turned out wonderful! They took a lot of pictures and there were none of them that I didn't like. The prices for the photos after were very reasonable and all of the prints we ordered, we are beyond pleased with. If you are looking for a great photographer for your special day, Todd Hugen Photography is the way to go!

and my groom-to-be and the rest is history. They were outstanding to work with and they were a big help in the planning/agenda of my wedding day. I honestly don't know what I would have done without them! They do think of everything! Lastly, the pictures are amazing! I really like how they worked in traditional poses but also modern/fun ones. They definitely know how to cater to your personalities and preferences. We had both engagement and wedding photos done and couldn't be happier. Thank you again for making my day so special!

l and Peggy was a lifesaver, she is prepared for all kinds of things that may go wrong on the wedding day! Even created extra boutineers! The photos are beautiful and the lighting was fantastic, it was also one of those humid/muggy/rainy July days in Iowa but you couldn't tell by the photos. They also were efficient in getting all of the photos done after the ceremony so we could get to the reception. Peggy and Todd stayed the extra few minutes to capture some amazing sunset photos of my husband and I. We were extremely happy with how everything turned out, PLUS we even did our consult and reveal through Skype!!! We received all of our pictures in a timely fashion and when we had a problem with the binding of the bridal album they sent us a new one with in a week. Excellent customer service. We would highly recommend them for your wedding! You won't be disappointed!!

a ton of pictures into a short amount of time. I hired them after seeing them at another wedding. They went above and beyond making sure the day went smoothly and did way more than just take pictures. Peggy comes prepared with anything you may need if something goes wrong. All the pictures turned out wonderfully.

use they came prepared for everything and kept the ball rolling the entire night. From the very beginning, they were way ahead of the game. I liked that from the beginning they told us exactly what to expect, shared words of wisdom, and reassured us that everything would go smoothly. One of the biggest reasons I chose to go with Todd and Peggy was because they made me feel so comfortable from the get go. From the very first meeting I was told of all the different precautions they take to ensure nothing happens to my wedding photos. I knew from that first meeting that these were photographers who wouldn’t let the slightest hiccup stand in their way and they would do everything in their power to make my day special and memorable. Todd and Peggy were great to work with and the day of my wedding couldn’t have gone any smoother. Every time I turned around Peggy was there to see what I needed. She did everything from fixing a bridesmaid's necklace to sewing on a bow to our flower girl's ballet slipper. They truly went above and beyond. Not only were they well prepared, but they were so personable. They were great with both the adults and children. Afterwards, I had numerous compliments on how quick and efficient our photographers were. Todd was full of humor and didn’t mess around when it came to getting the perfect shot. My father-in-law absolutely hates getting pictures taken and afterwards he said he didn’t even mind getting pictures done that day because our photographers didn’t take 5 minutes on every shot. In my opinion, this was the reason that we didn’t end up with many photographs with those fake smiles that look like they have been posing for hours. Furthermore, the wedding party absolutely loved working with Todd and Peggy and had fun taking some crazy shots after the ceremony. Most importantly, Todd and Peggy were full of great ideas and in turn we ended up with some truly unique shots. In the end, we had more than enough pictures to choose from and the quality was fantastic. In fact, there were soooo many it made it hard to choose which ones we actually wanted to print off, frame or put on a canvas. They truly did an awesome job of telling a story about our wedding day through pictures and every time I look at them I can relive those moments. Even now, they are still working diligently with us to perfect the various products we chose to purchase to capture our favorite shots. All in all, I couldn’t have asked for a better set of photographers to share my special day with. I would recommend these guys to anyone, in fact, I already have to numerous newly engaged couples. I hope you take the time to check them out and see what they have to offer.

aditional with a flair for fun. I knew my daughter would want the photos to look natural. Todd and Peggy provided all of the above. I felt like they really cared about my daughter, her new husband and our family as a whole. They listened when I had suggestions and used props that I provided with a smile. They also photographed the breakfast with the bride and took some great shots. It's amazing to have both of them shooting, as then you get those special shots from two angles. One of my favorite photos is the back of my husband and daughter going down a staircase as he was about to give her away. Without two people shooting, we would not have gotten this breathtaking shot! I would most definitely recommend Todd and Peggy. They are professional yet warm, efficient and i felt their prices were reasonable. I will use them again for future weddings, family portraits etc. Love them!

tyle and value for what was included in the contract. (For example, we had already done an engagement session, which was included in the contract, so we asked for a second parent album instead and that was no problem.) We also found the husband/wife team very appealing -- both shoot images and an intern shot as well, so we were extremely well covered. I gravitate toward images that are traditional with some artistic/creative flair to keep things interesting -- I wanted the classic wedding party and bride/groom photos with fun, not super-staged posing. I did not want heavily airbrushed photos or offbeat/esoteric/"out there" composition. Todd and Peggy captured beautiful, genuine, timeless, and fun images that really embodied the joy and excitement of the day. We look like the best, happiest versions of ourselves and that is exactly what I wanted. Todd and Peggy as a couple are some of the most lovely people you will ever meet. They are kind and really care about their wedding couples. I don't live in Des Moines anymore, so my mom did a lot of the local planning, but Todd and Peggy found time to meet with me when I was in town for a weekend to get acquainted a few months before the big day. They are also extraordinarily professional -- they come on time, smiling and with boundless energy, and they are so prepared (amazing vests with dozens of pockets stocked with every wedding day survival item a bride could ask for!). They really do so much more than just take photos -- they herded the wedding party/bride & groom's families all day, managed the timeline of events, and got people where they needed to be when they needed to be there. They somehow capture all the little (and big!) moments but they are never "in the way." The images are amazing and I couldn't be happier with our choice. I cannot wait to receive the bridal album to ooh and ahh over everything! Related: the albums are totally customizable with custom backgrounds created from our own scenic/floral images from the wedding day, and they are such amazing quality -- don't fool yourself with that cheap crap on Shutterfly. They also offer a really comprehensive suite of printed photo products for purchase a la carte (Christmas ornaments, keepsake boxes, framed prints/wall art, etc.) and there was no pressure to buy anything, even though we did. When it's all said and done, Todd & Peggy 1) took amazing images and 2) helped the day progress smoothly. What more can you ask for? Thanks for everything -- this bride couldn't be happier!

uch better chance you will get all the shots/angles you want from the day. In planning sessions T&P made the claim that they are more than just photographers for the day, they are coordinators. And they 100% stood up to that statement. From detail planning out the schedule of our big day, to keeping the bridal party on track and on time, to wearing vests FULL of all the essentials we could possibly need! (i.e. mints, safety pins, bobby pins, tissues, ibuprofen: which was immediately supplied when I began complaining about my poor shoe choice. ha! ...etc). AWESOME. Plus Peggy even stepped in and kept my ceremony on track, reminding the moms to light the unity candles when they had forgotten. Whoops! T&P are always on top of it! These two are so easy to get along with which makes it incredibly more comfortable throughout the day. And to top it off I was very impressed with their overall cost considering some of the other photographers we had looked into. No questions asked, I would definitely use them again if I had to do it all over...and that's really saying something!

time MOB, Todd and Peggy had several great suggestions that helped us prepare for the schedule of the wedding day. I have already recommended them to several friends who have upcoming events.

less seen, but most prized pictures that we had not thought about. I have referred 2 other family to them and both were very pleased. Love them!!!

so we werent rushed on our special day, as well as being there to help us with any questions we had. Their work is beautiful and I was very pleased with my photo's. Deffinently going to keep having this amazing couple do my future photo's. :)

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to check out our venue and familiarize themselves with the best places to take photos around the golf course. On the wedding day, they arrived early when the girls were getting ready, and stayed late until the most important dances of the evening were over! Peggy is more than just a photographer...she is prepared for anything that may go wrong on your big day! She helped my mom latch the intricate buttons all the way up the back of my dress, she did my bustle (a couple times), she calmed my nerves when I was freaking out with my dad right before walking down the aisle, and she helped coordinate the chaos before our ceremony when our bridal party wasn't sure where they were supposed to go! And that's just a handful of the things she did that went above and beyond her role as a photographer. Todd was excellent at organizing our large family shots and getting everyone in a position where their faces could be seen, a very difficult thing to do when I have an extended family of 30+ people! Todd uses 2 cameras with each photo he takes, and it seemed to me he snapped at least 3 photos of each pose to ensure he gets at least one good one of everyone. Todd and Peggy really work well together as a husband/wife photography team and I would definitely recommend them to anyone looking for a wedding photographer. We just got our photos back last week and I cannot stop looking at them! They really captured the magic and beauty of that day and I am able to relive the memories forever now thanks to their amazing work. Thanks Todd and Peggy!

at the perfect time. They also did extra 'chores' for me- like hanging up my bridesmaid gifts when the wedding planner wasn't around. They went above and beyond everyone's expectations. We had guests commenting how amazing the photography team was. Thank you so much!!!!! We can't WAIT to see our pictures. I know they will be perfect! If I had to make a criticism- it does take a long time to get your pictures. Like 3-4 weeks when they are busy. I wish we could get a sneak peak or one good shot, but overall totally fantastic.

ent we sat down for our original consultation, we were completely at ease with Todd and Peggy. They are very professional and the quality of the photos is amazing. They did so much more than take pictures. Todd and Peggy set up a timeline for our day and helped keep things moving smoothly and efficiently. Peggy even went above and beyond after a tuxedo malfunction and helped make our medium sized groomsman look good in his 3XL shirt. I would recommend Todd Hugen Photography to anyone.

ed our wedding day countless times! They work great as a team, and somehow managed to pull off things our other vendors didn't--for example our caterer refused to set out a bowl full of salad for my vegan parents, and Peggy ran into the back and found some random bowls and tongs to put it together herself. They're amazing at coming up with photos that WE would love and wrangling two hectic families into photo line-ups. They even came early on our wedding day and took some extra photos without charging us. They're so knowledgeable about every aspect of wedding planning, and were really able to help us with things we never would have thought of. We would highly recommend them to anyone and everyone!