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About Steffen Studios
Couples planning a Minneapolis wedding will find Steffen Studios among the Excelsior area's wedding photographers. Beyond wedding photographers, the business also offers wedding videographers — a range that can simplify vendor coordination. This profile is free to claim; verified couple reviews — never payments — determine how it ranks.
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Frequently asked questions
Planning a wedding videographer in Minneapolis
How much does a wedding videographer cost in Minneapolis?
Wedding films in Minneapolis typically run $1,200 to $2,500 for core coverage — usually a highlight film plus ceremony coverage — with premium packages adding full features, drone work, and same-day edits. Confirm film length, delivery time, and music licensing in writing.
Do we really need both a photographer and videographer?
They capture different things: photos are how you'll display the day; film is how you'll relive it — voices, vows, toasts, movement. Many couples who skip video name it their biggest regret; if budget forces a choice, consider a shorter film package over none.
How does Lazo rank wedding videographers in Minneapolis?
Rankings come from the Lazo Score — verified reviews weighted for recency — and are never sold. Vendors without verified reviews yet start at the community baseline of 65 and earn their score as verified reviews arrive.
Wedding venues near Steffen Studios
| Venue | Distance |
|---|---|
| Minneapolis Event Space - Pique Travel Design's charming event venue, Excelsior, MN | 1.9 mi |
| The Guest House | 1.9 mi |
| Historic DeGroodt House | 1.9 mi |
Straight-line distance from Steffen Studios to each venue listed on Lazo.
Minneapolis weddings, month by month
Days typically top out between 65° and 85° in May, June, July, August, September. The driest months are January, February, December.
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Golden hour | Sunset |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 24° | 9° | 10% | 4:11 PM | 4:57 PM |
| Feb | 28° | 13° | 9% | 4:59 PM | 5:41 PM |
| Mar | 42° | 25° | 15% | 6:40 PM | 7:19 PM |
| Apr | 57° | 38° | 21% | 7:19 PM | 7:58 PM |
| May | 69° | 50° | 26% | 7:53 PM | 8:35 PM |
| Jun | 79° | 60° | 25% | 8:16 PM | 9:01 PM |
| Jul | 83° | 65° | 21% | 8:12 PM | 8:56 PM |
| Aug | 81° | 63° | 20% | 7:38 PM | 8:19 PM |
| Sep | 73° | 54° | 18% | 6:45 PM | 7:23 PM |
| Oct | 58° | 41° | 16% | 5:47 PM | 6:27 PM |
| Nov | 42° | 28° | 12% | 3:59 PM | 4:44 PM |
| Dec | 29° | 15° | 11% | 3:43 PM | 4:32 PM |
Average highs, lows and the share of days with 0.1″ of rain or more, from NOAA’s 1991–2020 climate normals at Minneapolis/St Paul Airport (6.8 mi from Minneapolis). Golden hour begins when the sun is 6° above the horizon; both times are for the 15th of each month in Minneapolis.
Photo spots around Minneapolis
| Place | Area | From downtown |
|---|---|---|
| Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden and Bird Sanctuarybotanical garden | Minneapolis | 2.8 mi |
| Peace (Rock) Gardengarden | Minneapolis | 3.7 mi |
| Lyndale Parkpark | Minneapolis | 3.8 mi |
| Lyndale Park Rose Gardengarden | Minneapolis | 3.8 mi |
| Longfellow Gardensgarden | Minneapolis | 5.0 mi |
| Minnehaha Falls Pergola Gardengarden | Minneapolis | 5.1 mi |
| Hidden Falls Regional Parkpark | St Paul | 6.1 mi |
| Millennium Gardenpark | Plymouth | 10.4 mi |
Parks, gardens and landmarks that photograph well, nearest to central Minneapolis first. Check each place’s rules for permits and session fees. Places from Google Maps, October 2026.
Getting to Minneapolis
| Airport | Distance | Est. drive |
|---|---|---|
| MSP Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field | 7 mi | 10 min |
| STC Saint Cloud Regional Airport | 55 mi | 1 hr 20 min |
| RST Rochester International Airport | 83 mi | 2 hr |
| City | Distance | Est. drive |
|---|---|---|
| Milwaukee | 298 mi | 6 hr 10 min |
Straight-line distance from central Minneapolis; drive times are estimates, not routes. Airports with scheduled passenger service, from OurAirports.
Details
- Based in
- 19905 MN-7, Excelsior, MN 55331, USA
- Where
- Excelsior · 14 miles west of central Minneapolis
- Listed under
- Wedding Videographers · Wedding Videographers
- In Minneapolis
- One of 66 wedding videographers we list · 2 within 3 miles
- Phone
- (952) 248-8230
- Website
- Visit site
From Steffen Studios's website
“Steffen Studios creates commercial photography, video, headshots and brand content for Twin Cities businesses. Studio in Excelsior, MN. 200+ five star reviews.”steffensharikov.com
- Services they list
- Drone footage
- Style, in their words
- Editorial, Cinematic
- Experience
- 13+ years
- Travel
- Takes weddings outside the area
Read from steffensharikov.com in October 2026. Prices and services change; confirm with Steffen Studios before you book. Is this your business? Claim the page to write your own.
Around Excelsior
- Nearest venue
- Minneapolis Event Space - Pique Travel Design's charming event venue, Excelsior, MN, 1.9 mi
- Venues within 10 mi
- 25 wedding venues
- Wedding Photographers nearby
- 2 within 3 mi, 10 within 10
- Guest hotels
- 7 within 5 mi
- Communities served
- Eden Prairie, Minnetonka, Wayzata, Chanhassen
Distances are straight-line from Steffen Studios; counts come from the businesses and venues Lazo lists around Minneapolis.
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