Rochester, MN
Creative Wills Photography
Rochester, MN's Portrait Photographer for Life's Big Moments
Editorial portrait photography rooted in Rochester, Minnesota. Sessions, weddings, and events crafted to be printed, framed, and passed down.
Lens
Every great story starts with perspective.
We shoot for seniors, families, engagements, weddings, and the brands that need a real face attached to their work.
Senior Photography · Family Sessions · Engagements · Weddings · Branding
Sensor
Capturing what others miss.
Light, composition, emotion, timing, story. The fundamentals — but done with the patience to wait for the real moment.
Lighting · Composition · Emotion · Timing · Storytelling
Shutter
One click. A lifetime memory.
A frame you'll print, hang, gift, and pass down. That's the standard for every session we deliver.
Editorial color · Heirloom prints · Album design · Print-ready files
The Work
Cinematic, considered, printed.
A magazine-style spread of recent client work — portraits, studio sessions, engagements, and wedding days.
Region
Southeast Minnesota's premium portrait experience.
Based in Rochester, traveling across the river valleys, bluff towns, and historic main streets that make this corner of Minnesota worth photographing.
Service area · Rochester, MN & surrounding region
Session Collections
An experience for every story.
Photography isn't just an expense — it's an investment in the moments you'll never get back. Packages designed to meet different needs while ensuring timeless quality.
Polished & professional
Quality Headshots
$100 per person
For individuals who need a sharp, modern headshot — fast.
- —2 fully retouched digital images
- —Add-on images available
- —Simple backdrop or natural setup
- —2–3 business day turnaround
- —Great for LinkedIn, resumes, business cards
For a moment
The Essential Collection
$300
Perfect for fast milestones, senior mini-sessions, or simple updates.
- —15 professionally edited high-res images
- —Creative pre-shoot guidance
- —Online private gallery
- —Personal print release
- —Standard delivery (5–7 business days)
Featured
The Signature Collection
$500
The sweet spot — generous time, multiple looks, a complete story.
- —30 professionally edited high-res images
- —Wardrobe & location consultation
- —Online private gallery
- —Personal print release
- —Priority delivery (3–5 business days)
The full story
The Ultimate Experience
$800
The ultimate storytelling session. No rushing — just perfect moments.
- —60+ professionally edited high-res images
- —Advanced retouching (skin smoothing & blemish removal)
- —VIP rush delivery (48 hours)
- —$50 print credit toward professional prints
- —Online private gallery & print release
Wedding day coverage
The Essential Wedding
$1,500
Full ceremony and reception coverage for couples who want the day documented beautifully, without the extras.
- —Ceremony + reception coverage
- —100 professionally edited images
- —Online private gallery
- —Personal print release
- —Standard delivery (5–14 business days)
- —All unedited images included
The full wedding story
Signature Wedding
$2,000
Getting ready through reception, multiple locations, and a complete gallery to show for it.
- —Ceremony + reception + getting ready coverage
- —Up to 2 locations
- —125 professionally edited images
- —Detailed pre-wedding style & shot consultation
- —Online private gallery
- —Personal print release
- —All unedited images included
Built for you
Special Request
Custom
Something specific in mind? Events, branding, families, surprise proposals, or a vision that doesn't fit a package — let's build it together.
- —Fully custom scope & pricing
- —Travel beyond the standard region
- —Multi-shoot or ongoing brand work
- —Print, album, and wall-art design
Build Your Session
Pricing calculator.
Choose a package, add what you want, and we'll attach the full list to your inquiry. All prices below are estimates — final quotes are confirmed after a short discovery call.
Why Creative Wills
Your vision.
Our mission.
Hundreds
of sessions delivered
SE MN
based and traveling
7–10 days
average turnaround
Personal
every session, every time
Editorial
color & retouching
Print-ready
high-resolution files
Location
scouting guidance
Outfit
styling consultation
Client Stories
What clients are saying.
“We had an amazing experience with William Sey! He went above and beyond the entire time, helped with setup, stayed patient, and gave us great ideas to make everything come together perfectly. His prices are very reasonable, and his photo editing prices are affordable too.”
“We booked Will very last minute for our city hall wedding, and we are so glad we did! He was sharp on time, professional, and made us feel completely at ease. The photos turned out absolutely beautiful.”
“Creative Wills Photography did an amazing job. They were prompt, communicated clearly throughout the entire process, and came prepared with professional-grade equipment that made the whole experience feel polished and effortless.”
“William did an outstanding job capturing the essence of my business through his photography. He skillfully showcased my brand's personality with vibrant, professional images, and his pricing was very reasonable for the quality delivered.”
“I met with Willy to get some night time photos done of my motorcycle and myself. He gives good direction, has a professional demeanor, and the photos were delivered on time. The quality of the photos were stellar.”
“Will is amazing, he was super kind throughout the shoot and I ended up loving my headshots. He is very detail oriented and I got my pictures back super fast (next day).”
“Very professional photographer. A military friendly business who went above and beyond for our unit to ensure we had quality photos. Easy to work with and very fast turnaround on the photographs.”
“Creative Wills Photography shot my son's 6th grade basketball team and I couldn't be happier with the results. He is professional and great to work with.”
Questions
Frequently asked questions.
How much does a photographer in Rochester, MN cost?
Portrait sessions start at $100 for headshots and range up to $800 for the Ultimate Experience, with everything in between (Essential at $300, Signature at $500). Wedding packages start at $1,500 for the Essential Wedding (6 hours) and $2,000 for the Signature Wedding (8 hours). Custom pricing is available for branding and special requests. Final quotes are confirmed after a short discovery call.
What areas does Creative Wills Photography serve?
We’re based in Rochester, MN and serve all of Southeast Minnesota, including Olmsted, Dodge, Goodhue, Wabasha, Winona, and Fillmore counties and the Mississippi River bluff towns. We travel further for weddings and special requests; travel fees may apply.
How far in advance should I book my session?
Sessions typically book a few weeks in advance, especially during senior and wedding season. Reach out early to lock in your preferred date, though last-minute inquiries are always welcome.
How long does it take to get my photos back?
Turnaround depends on the collection: 2–3 business days for headshots, 5–7 business days for the Essential Collection, 3–5 business days for the Signature Collection, and 48-hour VIP rush delivery with the Ultimate Experience. Flash (24 hr) and Speedy (48 hr) rush editing add-ons are available on any package.
What’s included in a photography session?
Every collection includes professionally edited, high-resolution digital images delivered through a private online gallery, plus a personal print release. Larger collections add wardrobe and location consultation, multiple outfit changes, and advanced retouching.
Do you photograph weddings, engagements, and families — not just seniors?
Yes. Creative Wills Photography shoots senior portraits, weddings, engagements, family sessions, professional headshots, and graduation photos across Southeast Minnesota, plus custom branding and event work.
The Final Frame
Your story deserves more than a smartphone.
Sessions book a few weeks in advance. Reserve your date now or reach out and we'll send locations and the full collection brochure.
Rochester, MN 55901 · @creative.wills