Investment
Intimate wedding photography
for refined Dallas celebrations.
Four curated collections for micro weddings, elopements, backyard celebrations, private estates, and intimate ceremonies across Dallas/DFW. Photos only, clear scope before booking, and every gallery delivered within 10 business days.
Dallas pricing, answered
How much does wedding photography cost in Dallas with Small Hour?
Small Hour's Dallas-Fort Worth wedding photography costs $1,200 to $2,750, priced by hours of coverage rather than guest count: The Vow (3 hours, $1,200), The Affair (4 hours, $1,650), The Soirée (5 hours, $2,200), and The Grand (6 hours, $2,750). Additional hours are $450 each. Every collection is photography only, and complete galleries arrive in 5 business days for The Vow and 10 business days for The Affair, The Soirée, and The Grand.
Which collection fits a courthouse wedding, elopement, or micro wedding?
Courthouse ceremonies and elopements usually fit The Vow: 3 hours for $1,200, with the complete gallery in 5 business days. Micro weddings of 10 to 50 guests fit in three to six hours. 3 hours covers a ceremony, family photos, portraits, and a short celebration; The Affair (4 hours, $1,650), The Soirée (5 hours, $2,200), or The Grand (6 hours, $2,750) adds getting ready, a first look, dinner, and toasts.
Are there costs beyond the collection price?
Travel within DFW is included. Everything else is an optional add-on with a published price: Additional Hour ($450), Engagement Session ($400), Bridal Portraits ($400), Travel Beyond DFW (From $200), Expedited Delivery ($300), and Second Location ($150). A 30% retainer secures your date, and the balance is due 14 days before the wedding.
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Clear Scope
Defined before booking
10-Day Delivery
Guaranteed turnaround
Photos Only
Singular focus
Full Rights
Print anywhere, forever
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The fastest path from pricing to a booked date.
Couples who are close to booking usually do three things here: confirm the coverage range, scan the work, then ask whether the date is open. That is the cleanest path.
01 / Date First
If your date is fixed, check availability before over-comparing collections.
02 / Small Wedding Fit
Most intimate Dallas weddings fit cleanly into 3-6 hours of photo-only coverage.
03 / Proof Before Booking
Compare the portfolio with pricing, then inquire with the collection that feels closest.
Market Context
Investment context for
intimate Dallas weddings.
Clear pricing is part of a calm process. This is how Small Hour sits within the broader DFW photography market, with citations to public industry data.
Short Coverage
$1,200+
Small ceremonies
Small Hour
$1,200 – $2,750
Editorial, photos-only
DFW Full-Day
$2,500 – $3,500
Traditional coverage
DFW Editorial
$4,500 – $7,000
Full-service studios
Destination
$10,000+
Large commissions
Sources
Where these numbers come from
- The Knot Real Weddings Study
- National average cost of a wedding photographer, 2024 report
- WeddingWire Cost Guide
- Dallas–Fort Worth photographer cost range
- Zola Wedding Report
- Median wedding photographer spend
- Brides Magazine
- State-level reported wedding photographer pricing
US average: $2,100 – $2,600
DFW median: $2,500 – $3,500
National 50th percentile: ~$2,800
Texas range: $1,500 – $5,000+
Figures reflect publicly reported industry data. Verify current numbers directly at each source.
Focused Scope
The investment follows the way we work.
Photos only, no video. Small Hour is built around photography, not a stack of add-on product lines. That keeps the process focused, the communication clean, and the finished gallery at the center of the experience.
10-day delivery instead of 8 weeks. Couples receive their gallery while the day is still recent. We keep the calendar intentional so each wedding can be finished cleanly before the next one demands our attention.
Direct-to-couple, no middle layer. You inquire through the site, we reply, and we shape the coverage around the actual day. There is no agency handoff and no sales team between you and the photographer.
DFW-based, locally fluent. Dallas, Fort Worth, Highland Park, Preston Hollow, Turtle Creek, Southlake, Westlake, Frisco, Prosper, and McKinney are part of the normal rhythm of the studio, not treated like special cases.
3 Hours
The Vow
For the ones who just need each other.
Three focused hours for courthouse ceremonies, elopements, and intimate celebrations — with a next-day preview and your complete gallery while the day still feels close.
- 3 continuous hours of coverage
- 150-300 individually edited images
- 20-minute planning and timeline call
- 10-20 sneak peeks within 24 hours
- Complete gallery in 5 business days
- Private online gallery
4 Hours
The Affair
Small guest list. Big feeling.
A quiet, focused collection for private dinners, home weddings, and intimate gatherings that feel considered rather than crowded.
- 4 hours of coverage
- 250-450 edited images
- Private online gallery
- 10-day delivery
- Pre-wedding planning call
5 Hours
The Soirée
Where intimacy meets intention.
A complete arc for garden estates, country venues, styled tables, and celebrations with room to breathe.
- 5 hours of coverage
- 350-600 edited images
- Private online gallery
- 10-day delivery
- Pre-wedding planning call
6 Hours
The Grand
The full story. Nothing missed.
Six unhurried hours for micro weddings, private estates, country clubs, and intimate celebrations that deserve the full treatment.
- 6 hours of coverage
- 500-800 edited images
- Private online gallery
- 10-day delivery
- Pre-wedding planning call
- Engagement or bridal session
The Approach
Why we only
shoot photos.
Most photographers split their attention between photos and video, albums and add-ons. We chose a different path. By specializing in photography alone, every frame gets the attention it deserves — and your gallery arrives in 10 days instead of 10 weeks.
No second-guessing, no decision fatigue. Just beautifully edited images that tell the complete story of your day.
Standard
Every Collection Includes
No matter which collection you choose, these are always included at no extra cost.
High-Resolution Edited Images
Every image individually edited — no batch filters. Full resolution, ready to print at any size.
Full Reproduction Rights
Your images, your rules. Print, share, and post anywhere. No watermarks, no restrictions, no extra fees.
10-Business-Day Delivery
Your complete gallery delivered while the memories are still fresh. Not months — days.
Private Online Gallery
A beautifully designed gallery to view, download, share, and relive your day. Active for 12 months.
Customize
Add-Ons
Every collection can be tailored. These are the most requested additions.
Additional Hour
Extend any collection
$450
Engagement Session
1 hour, 1 location
$400
Bridal Portraits
1 hour, styled session
$400
Travel Beyond DFW
Destination elopements welcome
From $200
Expedited Delivery
5 business days · included with The Vow
$300
Second Location
Within DFW metro
$150
Process
How Booking Works
From inquiry to gallery — four simple steps. No pressure, no obligations.
Inquire
Tell us about your day through our contact form. We respond within 24 hours.
Connect
A quick 15-minute call to understand your vision, answer questions, and see if we are a good fit.
Book
A 30% retainer and a simple contract lock in your date. The balance is due 14 days before the wedding.
Celebrate
We photograph your wedding. Your complete gallery is delivered in 10 business days.
Questions
Common Questions About Pricing
Do I need to pay in full upfront?+
No. A 30% retainer secures your date, and the balance is due 14 days before the wedding.
What payment methods do you accept?+
We accept bank transfers, Zelle, Venmo, and checks. Online payment options coming soon.
Can I upgrade my collection later?+
Yes. You can upgrade to a higher collection or add individual add-ons anytime before your wedding day.
What if I need to cancel or reschedule?+
Life happens. Rescheduling is free with 30 days notice. Cancellation terms are outlined in the contract — we keep it fair and straightforward.
Is there a travel fee?+
Coverage within DFW is included at no extra charge. For destinations outside DFW, travel starts at $200 depending on location.
How many photos will I receive?+
It depends on the collection and the day. Expect 50–130 edited images per hour of coverage. Every image is individually edited — no batch filters.
Do you offer video or albums?+
No. We specialize in photography only. This singular focus is what allows us to deliver exceptional quality and a fast 10-day turnaround.
Still deciding? The full FAQ covers everything else, and the reviews are in our couples' own words.
Perfect For
Made for Intimate Celebrations
Our collections are designed for couples who value depth over scale. If your wedding has fewer than 80 guests, you are exactly who we photograph.
Not sure which
collection fits?
Tell us about your wedding day — the vibe, the guest count, the venue — and we'll recommend the right collection. No pressure, no upsells. Just an honest conversation.