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About

We are Joel and Kara Carter, and we're are a husband and wife team that specializes in modern photography that is fashion inspired, yet obviously emotionally rich and genuine. We take your relationships and your life and capture them as timeless works of art.

A simple image has the ability to make you laugh, to make you cry, to take your breath away, to help you remember and mark life's special occasions. Photographs have a power that few other things in the world have, and we're passionate about giving our friends (we call our clients friends) the very best. We'll work with you to create documentary photos that you'll be proud to display throughout your home. We like to think of our work as delicious for the eyes, but that's mainly because we like the word delicious.

We'd love to work with you, so visit our website and get in touch today! You can also like us on Facebook to get the very latest on our work.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the starting price for your wedding photography services?

2,750.00

Which of the following are included in the starting price?

2nd Shooter
High-Res Images
Multi. Locations
One Event / Day
Digital Files
Proofs

What is the price of your most popular wedding package?

$4,300

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

2nd Shooter
Add'l Hours
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
Multi. Locations
One Event / Day
Albums
Canvas
Digital Files
Flush Mount
Prints

What primary photographic style do you identify with?

Contemporary
Photojournalism

What photography services do you offer?

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

What photography items do you offer?

Albums
Canvas
Digital Files
Flush Mount
Matted Prints
Prints
Proofs
Save the Date
Thank You Cards

Reviews of Carter Photography

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100% recommend it
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Kelli L. Sent on 12/27/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Excellent service and product!

Joel and Kara are absolutely the best! From the very beginning, the communication was excellent. Joel made sure to ask us details about the wedding day, and used them to make a wedding day schedule that helped us put all the pieces of the puzzle together. We gave a few ideas of the shots we were looking for and left the rest to Joel. You will not be disappointed with his artistry! The photos are phenomenal, as is the wedding album that was produced.
Amy Larque
Amy L. Sent on 08/06/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Incredible

Joel and Kara do BEAUTIFUL work! We could not be happier with the sneak peek we have seen so far. And not only are they incredibly talented, but so sweet and kind! Joel is very flexible and made our hope to do a first look on campus (a third location) he rolled with it and produced the most gorgeous shots. Absolutely recommend Carter Photography (even if they are Cyclone fans 😉)
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Morgan B. Sent on 12/29/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing photos

Joel did a great job capturing our wedding day! He was fun to work with and was open to capturing whatever photo I wanted. His pictures were stunning!! I'm extremely happy with the results. I would absolutely recommend Carter Photography for any photo needs!!

Professional Network & Endorsements

2 Endorsements
Mandy McKenna Mandy McKenna Wedding Hair & Makeup

I have worked with Joel MANY times...not only is he a breathtaking photographer, but he's an amazing person as well. He will definitely not disappoint!

Erin Volante Floral Erin Volante Floral Wedding Florists

Now HERE is a talented photography team within the huge sea of talent in KC. Clear, vibrant images with a dramatic use of light, these are photographs that you will want hanging on your walls after the big day. They are doing some beautiful work, check them out and book them quick before you miss your date! :)

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Carter Photography frequently asked questions

Carter Photography includes the following photography services in the starting price:
  • 2nd Shooter
  • High-Res Images
  • Multi. Locations
  • One Event / Day
  • Digital Files
  • Proofs
Carter Photography includes the following photography services in their most popular wedding package:
  • 2nd Shooter
  • Add'l Hours
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • Multi. Locations
  • One Event / Day
  • Albums
  • Canvas
  • Digital Files
  • Flush Mount
  • Prints
Carter Photography offers the following photography styles:
  • Contemporary
  • Photojournalism
Carter Photography offers the following photography services for weddings:
  • Additional Hours
  • Destination / Travel
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • One Event / Day
  • Second Shooter
  • Wedding Portraits
Carter Photography offers the following photography materials for weddings:
  • Albums
  • Canvas
  • Digital Files
  • Flush Mount
  • Matted Prints
  • Prints
  • Proofs
  • Save the Date
  • Thank You Cards
Carter Photography is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.

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