SODER 8 WEDDINGS
Documentary when it matters. Directed when you need it. Photographs with personality, atmosphere, and enough traditional coverage to keep everyone happy
The big moments. The strange ones. The ones in between.
You’ll spend a lot of time planning your wedding. On the day itself, you should be able to experience it.
I photograph weddings with a mix of documentary coverage and intentional portraiture. I’ll step in when direction helps. The rest of the time, I’m watching and capturing moments.
The nervous moments. The ridiculous ones. People you love behaving exactly like themselves. And the photographs you knew you needed even before you hired me.
"Karl shot both our tiny Covid wedding and our big reception a year later back in 2020 and 2021. He was incredibly flexible through several plan changes and was a joy to work with. He is very professional while simultaneously being laid back and easy to be around, which is great on a day that can sometimes bring some stress. In a field that is very saturated, Karl stands out for his exceptional artistry. The quality of his work is second to none, and his composition and eye for moments that would otherwise be missed captured details of our day that we will cherish forever. His extraordinary talent and care for his work shine through in each photo, and he truly told the full story of our wedding and all the people we love most. We can’t say enough good things about him!" -Bailey W.
The photographs you came for.
The portraits, the people, the moments you knew mattered.
The photographs you couldn’t plan
The reactions, interruptions, glances, and ridiculous
little things that happened anyway.
And the ones you didn’t know you needed.
Usually my favorite part.
Söder 8 takes on a limited number of weddings each year.
That keeps wedding photography something I care about rather than something I manufacture on repeat.
Coverage is built around smaller and full wedding days, with second-photographer coverage available or included depending on the package
Hi.
I'm Karl.
I’m a photographer, painter, musician, husband and dad. I’ve spent a long time paying attention to people, light, composition, and the little things happening just outside the obvious moment.
That’s how I photograph weddings too. I’ll give direction when it helps, but I’m mostly looking for photographs that feel lived-in rather than manufactured — the people you love, the energy of the day, and the odd little moments you’ll probably remember years from now.
"Two years later people are still talking about our wedding photos! If you want more than your ordinary posed photos, this is your guy. Karl has a unique talent for showcasing your special day and capturing moments the bride and groom are too busy to notice. We have used his photography services for other projects, have recommended him to family for senior photos, and highly recommend him for wedding photography!"
-Kelly A.
Real Wedding: Shellby + Holly at Diamond Oak Events
Outdoor ceremony, trolley ride, prairie portraits, and a reception with a lot of personality.
If this feels like how you want your wedding remembered, let's talk.
Tell me where you're getting married, when it's happening, and a little about the two of you.