5 Best Photographers in Winnipeg That Locals Secretly Book First
A friend of mine just wanted a decent family photo—something simple for the living room wall—so she and her family went to the nearest photographer.
Sadly, the results felt flat and rushed, nothing she’d really want to frame. Afterward, I helped her round up the best photographers in Winnipeg, and we chose one who suggested an outdoor golden hour shoot.
The photos? Absolutely stunning.
If you’re looking for photos that feel natural and warm, here are some of the top professional shutterbugs in the Peg!
How much do photographers charge in Winnipeg?
Photographers in Winnipeg typically charge anywhere from $150 to $500 per hour. Full-day packages for events like weddings can range from $1500 to over $4000, while portrait or mini sessions start around $200 to $350.
Prices may also vary based on extras like editing, prints, or travel time.
1. Sunny S-H Photography
Address: 690 Rue St Joseph
Phone: (204) 979-4532
Business hours:
- Mon – Sat: 10 AM – 5 PM
Who better to capture real family moments than someone who lives them every day? Sunny is a proud mom of three and a self-declared crazy dog lady, with a goal of documenting families through every wild, beautiful milestone.
Newborn sessions are her bread and butter. You can book anytime after the first trimester, with in-studio shoots happening when the baby is 7 to 14 days old.
She’s also a baby milestone pro—simply choose from 30-minute mini sessions, sitter stage portraits, one-year cake smash and splash, and in-home lifestyle shoots.
Her studio even has a full stash of props, wraps, backdrops, and baby goodies so that each session is customized to your style.
Just a heads up—she leans into natural beauty. If you’re looking for retouching, you might need to request it before receiving your final photos.
Just had the best experience with Sunny Photography!
“We are very happy with how our newborn photos turned out! Pictures were sent in a timely manner. Sunny went above and beyond to make us feel welcomed! She was very professional and great when handling our baby. We just had the best experience with Sunny Photography! 10/10 would recommend!”
— julia marie, Google Review
The photos turned out absolutely beautiful
“I had a wonderful experience working with Sunny! She was incredibly friendly and showed so much patience with my puppy, making the whole session relaxed and enjoyable. The photos turned out absolutely beautiful. She really captured my dog’s personality. I’m so happy with the results and definitely look forward to working with her again in the future!”
— Izabella Melendez, Google Review
2. George Photography
Address: 73 Wapta Cres
Phone: (204) 599-8367
Business hours:
- Mon – Sun: 9 AM – 9 PM
George Photography is known for capturing South Asian weddings in Manitoba. What’s cool is that they’ve had the privilege of documenting Muslim, Sikh, Hindu, Gujarati, Bengali, Pakistani, and Sri Lankan weddings.
Just note that they’re in high demand during wedding season, so you might want to book ahead.
They’re equally known for their maternity sessions. They include every moment that parents will cherish for decades, from the quiet anticipation to the soft smiles.
Complementary services include photography, videography, and cinematography. That means clients don’t have to juggle multiple vendors, and there would be a cohesive look and storytelling style across all media.
While high-quality wedding and milestone photography can be pricey, we like that they’re willing to customize packages to fit your budget.
The price was really good for the amazing quality
“We recently hired this team for our baby’s welcome party, and their work was truly outstanding! Their good work really impressed us — every moment was beautifully captured. The nice editing made all the photos and videos look stunning and professional. The photographer had such a friendly behaviour, making everyone feel comfortable throughout the event. The price was really good for the amazing quality we received, and the 4K video was absolutely crystal clear. Highly recommended!”
— Karan Joshi, Google Review
The final images turned out beautifully
“I recently had the pleasure of working with George Photography for a family photo shoot, and I couldn’t be happier with the results. George was professional, punctual, and easy to communicate with throughout the entire process. They had a great eye for detail and really captured the essence of what I was looking for in the photos. The final images turned out beautifully, and I would highly recommend George Photography to anyone looking for a talented and skilled photographer. Really, a reasonable price. He delivered the final edited photos in no time. Thank you for a wonderful experience! Really appreciate your hard work .”
— Weranga Perera, Google Review
3. LimeStar Photography
Address: 70 Arthur St, 7th floor, Studio 702
Phone: (204) 960-7707
Business hours:
- Mon – Sun: 9 AM – 6 PM
LimeStar Photography is owned by Kate, who has been a professional dancer since she was 16. In 2012, she transitioned from dance to photography full-time.
She’s famous for her newborn and milestone photography, offering everything from cake smash to maternity+newborn sessions. Her most popular package is the Newborn Premium Collection, which includes up to 3 hours of shooting time and 50 images.
For families, she offers personalized sessions at a location of your choice—your home, studio, or one of Winnipeg’s gorgeous outdoor spots. A 1-hour session comes with over 100 fully edited images, delivered via an online gallery.
Just keep in mind that her services are a bit pricey compared to other photographers.
With that said, watch out for the various seasonal promos she runs, like her Fall Minis—perfect for holiday cards, keepsakes, or family updates.
We have found our family photographer
“I have had 2 photoshoots with Kate so far. The first one was our newborn photoshoot for my son, and just recently, a Spring/Mother’s Day shoot. Both sessions were amazing! Kate was so good with our son. The photos came out so beautifully! We have found our family photographer. ❤️ Thank you, Kate, for documenting my son’s milestones for us. We can’t wait until the next photoshoot!”
— wendysitu, Google Review
Every single time, she delivers amazing photos
“Kate is an amazing photographer! I first went to her for my maternity shoot, and my photos turned out so gorgeous. Since then, she has become our family photographer. We’ve done newborn shoots, Christmas minis, and my baby’s first birthday shoot, and we have nothing but incredible things to say about her. Every single time she delivers amazing photos, I will cherish them forever. She’s so incredibly fun to work with, very easy-going, makes us comfortable, and above all, a baby whisperer. She has a great selection of maternity gowns, baby dresses, and wraps. Every time we walk into her studio, it has multiple beautiful setups, which makes every shoot so versatile. Highly recommend!!”
— Mithila Lamoureux, Google Review
4. Vintage and Vogue Photography
Address: 290 McDermot Ave #3
Phone: (204) 296-6647
Business hours:
- Mon – Sat: 9 AM – 7 PM
- Sat – Sun: 9 AM – 6 PM
Vintage and Vogue Photography is owned by Mark. His love for photography began at five years old when he received his first camera—a plastic “Diana”—back in the 60s.
That passion seems to have served him well, having earned a Master Photographer Designation in 2022. His works have also been internationally published in over 80 magazines (with 12 covers)!
He has a love for vintage styles, especially from the 20s to the 60s, and he’s known for offering authentic retro genre sessions. His specialty is 1950s pinups, but he also offers Old Hollywood and Film Noir styles.
You can also book him for portrait sessions in-studio, outdoors, or on-location.
Keep in mind that his distinct vintage style isn’t for everyone. You might need to go elsewhere if you’re looking for a clean, modern vibe.
Perfectly captured the aesthetic I was looking for!
“We had a great family portrait session with Mark, who perfectly captured the aesthetic I was looking for! His professionalism, warmth, and eye for detail made the session feel effortless and enjoyable. Highly recommend!”
— Christina Bruce, Google Review
Incredibly talented, knowledgeable, and amazing
“Just did my first Pinup shoot ever this Saturday. I cannot say enough good things about Mark! He is incredibly talented, knowledgeable, and amazing to work with. I have done many editorial/boudoir shoots, but this was the first pinup I had done. He effortlessly guided me through the entire day. I left feeling so jazzed and empowered. It is no surprise that he is an accredited photographer. Do yourself a favor and book a shoot with him. It is such an amazing experience!!”
— Danica Zelenitsky, Google Review
5. White Willow Photography
Address: 2303 Hallama Dr
Phone: (204) 292-2388
Business hours:
- Mon – Sun: Open 24 hours
White Willow Photography’s Carlton has been behind the camera since Grade 11, starting out by balancing editing assignments between high school classes. Fast forward a few years, and he has now shot over 100 weddings all over the world!
His wedding portfolio is extensive, covering local Manitoba celebrations and far-flung destination weddings in places like Italy, Greece, Iceland, and Quebec.
We like that all his packages are adjustable depending on your date, desired coverage, needs, and budget.
And for nature lovers, he might be a good fit since he loves weaving Winnipeg’s beauty into his photography. Imagine strolling during the golden hour through Assiniboine Park.
Note that high demand means he may be hard to book (especially during wedding season, from late May to early October).
Carlton is one of the most amazing photographers
“Carlton is one of the most amazing photographers and humans you will ever meet. We asked Carlton to travel with us to Iceland for our wedding, and he didn’t hesitate to say yes! He went above and beyond planning, researching, and making sure these were the most amazing wedding photos ever. Carlton will do anything for a photo, and we couldn’t be happier that we chose him for our special day.”
— Abbey Sawatsky, Google Review
Carlton is the best photographer we know
“Carlton is the best photographer we know. My husband and I have experienced many different photographers, and no one else compares! He makes you feel comfortable, and you can see that he loves his job! He has always been so fast with giving us sneak peeks! Last week he shot our wedding. I didn’t know how I would feel about winter photos, but they have turned out so magical! I can’t wait to see the rest! We were also involved in several more shoots with Carlton, and his expertise and talent are evident every time. Book with Carlton!!!”
— Sadie Unger, Google Review