A woman with blonde hair wearing a wedding dress and veil, holding a large bouquet of pink, white, and purple flowers outdoors on a grassy hill.

Refined wedding photography with an editorial edge.

Honest moments, captured with intention.

Woman in a white dress and sneakers standing on grass at night, smiling and holding the dress out to the sides.
Jordon Van Zante is a editorial photographer based in the Midwest but available for travel worldwide.

Hi - I’m Jordon (with an “o”)

My name is Jordon Van Zante, a Midwest-based wedding photographer available worldwide. I document weddings with an honest, editorial approach: effortless portraits, real emotion and the in-between moments that end up meaning the most. My work is natural and quietly refined - created for couples who want their day captured beautifully as it unfolds. I’ll step in when you need guidance and fade into the background when the moment speaks for itself, creating a gallery that not only documents the day, but brings you right back to how it felt.

I take on a limited number of weddings each year so I can be fully present for every one.

Close-up of a woman's hands with red nail polish, wearing a gold ring with an oval gemstone, resting on a white dress with floral embroidery.
A newlywed couple walking arm in arm down the aisle at their wedding ceremony outdoors, surrounded by happy guests clapping and smiling.
A couple dressed in wedding attire sharing a kiss indoors, with a woman wearing a white wedding gown and veil, and a man in a white tuxedo jacket, black bow tie, and black pants, holding a champagne glass.
Three women helping a bride lace up her wedding dress in a room with framed artwork on the wall.
A bride in a wedding dress and veil walking down a staircase, captured in black and white from a side angle.
A bride and groom standing outdoors, dressed in wedding attire, with the bride holding a bouquet of flowers and the couple smiling.
A couple kisses during a wedding ceremony outdoors, surrounded by bridesmaids holding bouquets.
Outdoor event setup with round tables covered in white tablecloths, decorated with white floral centerpieces, inside a white tent with draped curtains, on a wooden dance floor, with green trees and blue sky in the background.
A woman with long dark hair in a cream-colored dress with feather details, holding a drink, standing next to a man with dark hair and a light shirt, in a bar with a background of shelves filled with liquor bottles.
Bride holding a bouquet walking on grass at outdoor wedding with guests in the background.
A group of women in fashionable dresses attending an outdoor event, standing on a sidewalk surrounded by greenery.
A group of people in formal attire, sitting at a decorated banquet table, laughing and clapping at a wedding reception.
People holding bouquets of flowers at an outdoor event, with the focus on their upper bodies and the flowers.
A bride in a white wedding dress holding a bouquet walking on grass, accompanied by bridesmaids in pink dresses holding bouquets, in a park with trees and a walking path.
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Black and white photo of a bride and groom kneeling at an altar during a wedding ceremony inside a church. The bride is wearing a veil and a long wedding gown, and the groom is in a suit. An officiant stands in front of them, dressed in ceremonial ro
A group of people sitting outdoors on folding chairs at a wedding, holding facial tissue to their faces during a tearful moment, surrounded by floral arrangements and greenery.
A black-and-white photo of a couple sitting in grass, with the man kissing the woman's forehead while she smiles with closed eyes, wearing bracelets and an engagement ring.
A groom in a white tuxedo jacket with a black bowtie, smiling as he holds the hands of a bride in a white wedding dress and veil, standing outside near a modern building with glass windows.
Detail photo with direct flash of champagne glasses at a wedding reception
A couple dressed in wedding attire sharing a kiss outdoors with lush green trees in the background. The groom is in a dark suit and the bride in a white dress, holding a bouquet of pink flowers.
A group of four men dressed in tuxedos and suits, standing together at an indoor event. They are holding drinks, and one is smoking a cigarette.

FAQs

  • Full-day wedding coverage begins at $7,500. Full-day collections include a second photographer and an engagement session. Hourly coverage is also available for intimate weddings and elopements.

  • Modern, romantic, and fashion-aware. I love color, texture, shape and imperfect beauty. Think real moments, styled like a campaign: natural emotion + intentional framing, with a film-inspired finish that feels timeless and elevated with a slight edginess.

  • Yes and I love to travel! Travel is quoted based on location and the number of nights required, and I handle all travel arrangements on my end. No travel fees are applied for weddings in Chicago, Minneapolis–St. Paul, and Des Moines.

  • Once you inquire, I’ll respond within 24–48 hours with availability and next steps. We’ll schedule a quick call to hear more about your day and walk through coverage options.

    A signed contract and 50% retainer officially reserve your date.

  • You’ll receive a curated online gallery within 6 weeks. A small preview is delivered within 72 hours.

  • This totally depends on how your day unfolds as each wedding is unique. Generally speaking, you will receive a minimum of 400 photos for a full wedding day but there is no guaranteed amount.

  • I don’t deliver raw files, as they’re unfinished and don’t represent the final look of my work. Every image you receive is thoughtfully selected and edited in my signature style.

Reach out below!

Wedding photography begins at $7,500
for full-day coverage