Best Photographers in Boulder, CO — 2026 Rankings

We ranked 18 photographers in Boulder based on credentials, client reviews, press recognition, and portfolio quality.

Rankings last updated April 30, 2026

Top Photographers in Boulder

  1. #1 — Carmichael Productions 34/100

    Headshots by Bob Carmichael: Emmy

    Specialties: Portfolios, Portraits, Brands, PhotoGRAPHICvideo, Landscapes, Production Services, Reviews, Links, Studio Portraits, LinkedIn, Vimeo, Instagram, Behance. View full profile →

  2. #2 — 11:11 Productions Photography 32/100

    Boulder Wedding & Portrait Photographer

    Specialties: General photography. View full profile →

  3. #3 — Mike's Camera 31/100

    Welcome to Mike’s Camera

    Specialties: Products, Mike's Camera online Printing, Printing, Photo services, Classes, Used gear, Rentals, Repairs, Brand boutiques, Gov edu corp. View full profile →

  4. #4 — MEDIUM Films & VFX 30/100

    Medium Films

    Specialties: Our Work, Our Studio, Our Services, Virtual Production, Motion Control, Our Team, Join the Team, Connect, 3D Office Tour, Rent MEDIUM Studio1, Connect with Us, Info@mediumfilms.com, Jobs@mediumfilms.com. View full profile →

  5. #5 — Pixel Mill Studios 28/100

    Pixel Mill Studios | Professional Video Production Services in Boulder

    Specialties: General photography. View full profile →

  6. #6 — Victory Camera 28/100

    Victory Camera

    Specialties: Process Hi Res Scans: $22.50, Process Standard Scans: $19.95, WE DO NOT OFFER PRINTS, WE ACCEPT, FOLLOW US, Shop, Sell Your Gear, Film Processing, Resources, Returns/Warranty, Careers, Product, Search our inventory..., Refund policy, 1 Gal Dektol Paper Developer 146 4726 NOS [NEW], 10 Sheets Kodak Portra 400 4x5 Film Expired 2023 [MINT], Google Pay Mastercard PayPal Shop Pay Visa FOLLOW US. View full profile →

  7. #7 — Alive Photography 28/100

    Alive Studios - Boulder Colorado photographer for weddings and portraits

    Specialties: General photography. View full profile →

  8. #8 — Larsen Photo Co. 28/100

    Colorado Wedding & Elopement Photographer • Larsen Photo Co.

    Specialties: General photography. View full profile →

  9. #9 — Alton Richardson Weddings 25/100

    Alton Richardson Studios

    Specialties: General photography. View full profile →

  10. #10 — Rizzo Photographs 25/100

    Rizzo Photographs | Capturing Timeless Moments Through the Lens

    Specialties: General photography. View full profile →

  11. #11 — Athlete Health and Performance 25/100

    Palmer Wellness Clinic Primary Care

    Specialties: General photography. View full profile →

  12. #12 — By Elke 24/100

    Conveniently located at 1618 Spruce St in Boulder, By Elke is a photographer serving the greater CO region.

    Specialties: General photography. View full profile →

  13. #13 — Yellow Tent Nomads 22/100

    Yellow Tent Nomads

    Specialties: General photography. View full profile →

  14. #14 — Volkmann Arts 20/100

    Volkmann Arts is a photographer proudly serving Boulder, CO. Reach them at +13036684256 or email pen.v@volkmannarts.com. Visit their website to learn more about their work. Located at 5612 Pioneer Rd. Reach them at +13036684256 or email pen.v@volkmannarts.com.

    Specialties: General photography. View full profile →

  15. #15 — medkeepAi 20/100

    medkeepAI is a comprehensive online health management platform lead by our artificial intelligence assistant named Asha, the Health Advisor for the users. The mission of the medkeepAI community is to empower users with personalized health information, to promote community…

    Specialties: General photography. View full profile →

  16. #16 — Dot For Dot 20/100

    Looking for a photographer in Boulder? Dot For Dot serves the greater Boulder metropolitan area. Call (303) 938-8900 or visit their site for details.

    Specialties: General photography. View full profile →

  17. #17 — Broadway Market Studio 17/100

    Broadway Market Studio operates out of Boulder, CO, specializing in photography. Reach them at +17203141678 or email info@broadwaymarketstudio.com. Visit their website to learn more about their work. Located at 4550 Broadway St.

    Specialties: General photography. View full profile →

  18. #18 — Joan Simon Photography 13/100

    Joan Simon Photography serves clients throughout the Boulder, CO area with expert photography services. Reach them at (303) 545-2576. Visit their website to learn more about their work. Located at 2020 Grape Ave. Reach them at (303) 545-2576.

    Specialties: General photography. View full profile →

How We Rank Photographers

Our Guide Score (0–100) combines Google rating (35%), review volume (20%), web and portfolio presence (20%), profile completeness (15%), professional credentials like CPP/PPA/WPPI (5%), press recognition (3%), and years of experience (2%). Read our full methodology →

Frequently asked questions

Who is the #1 photographer in Boulder?

Carmichael Productions is currently the #1 ranked photographer in Boulder based on our Guide Score. See the full ranked list above.

How are photographers ranked in Boulder?

Our Guide Score (0–100) combines Google rating (35%), review volume (20%), web and portfolio presence (20%), profile completeness (15%), professional credentials like CPP/PPA/WPPI (5%), press recognition (3%), and years of experience (2%). There is no paid placement.

What do photographers typically cost in Boulder?

Pricing varies by specialty and budget tier. Economy photographers in Boulder often start around $200–$500 per session; standard-tier work commonly runs $500–$2,000; premium and luxury photographers regularly exceed $3,000 for full-day coverage. Individual profiles list each photographer's published budget tier.