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United States Wedding Photographers
United States Wedding Photographers
Our United States photographers also provide documentary-style coverage in: US, USA, America
United States Wedding Photography, Engagement Photo Sessions + Elopements
Intimate Wedding Photography in United States - Capturing the Joy of Small Celebrations - Discover the best United States photographers specializing in intimate marriages. Couples are embracing the trend of smaller, more meaningful celebrations. Let our talented photographers capture the joy and intimacy of your wedding day.
By planning a simple United States elopement, couples are able to stay present in the moment and fully absorb the impact of their wedding day. Given the fact that many couples feel more natural and at ease in intimate settings, it's no surprise that some of the most breathtaking wedding images come from elopements.
The WPJA has an abundance of top-ranked, United States documentary wedding photographers available right now who understand that some weddings and elopements can’t wait. Find yours today!
Recent WPJA WedElope Story Awards
United States Photographers for Large or Small Weddings
Shooting an elopement or small United States wedding event is a wedding photojournalist’s dream: a fairly open schedule with lots of breathing space for creativity – it’s just the photographer, the couple, the officiant, and perhaps a few select companions.
North America WPJA members are ready to document any small, secret, fast, or elopement wedding, even if it is a Monday-Thursday ceremony. Search for the “Can Shoot Weddings on Short Notice!” message on the listings below.
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272 United States Wedding Photographers...
California wedding photojournalist and creative engagement portrait photographer Annie Bang is a former journalist and Associated Press reporter. With a focus on capturing real moments and emotions, she uses documentary and photojournalistic photography to create timeless...
2500 (USD)
In a journalistic style, JD Land, a visual storyteller, focuses on capturing real wedding moments since 2012. With a keen eye for detail, he also delves into wildlife photography, searching for the ideal image to tell his visual tales.
4000 (USD)
Employing a documentary approach, Erica Dietz weaves her storytelling abilities with a keen eye for the visual. Specializing in capturing candid moments, she brings artistry and thoughtful composition to each wedding she photographs.
4000 (USD)
Simi Rabinowitz is an award-winning wedding photographer from New England, USA. He focuses on natural light and raw emotion, creating unique images that tell the special story of each event.
2700 (USD)
David Clumpner, a visual storyteller with a journalistic style, specializes in capturing authentic moments that tell the unique love story of couples. Based in the Pacific Northwest, he preserves raw emotions and memories through his photography.
5950 (USD)
Megan Hannah, a New England, USA wedding photographer, lives in Vermont with her husband, two cats, and backyard chickens. Since 2012, she has captured over 100 weddings, working alongside her husband in a documentary-style approach.
6500 (USD)
Brittany Diliberto is an East Coast USA-based photographer capturing spectacular moments with creative, artistic, and inspirational angles. Drawing from a background in professional lighting design, Brittany imprints emotion in her work.
4250 (USD)
Andy Madea, a New England documentary wedding photographer, merges his passion for adventure with his photography. Having explored mountains and fished in coastal waters, he now resides in Vermont with his wife and their furball pup.
8000 (USD)
As a wedding photojournalist and creative engagement portrait photographer, Liam Gordon pursued his passion for photography in 2017. Inspired by old photos of his younger self, he established his own photography business, specializing in capturing weddings and cherished...
3500 (USD)
Tanushree Vaidya is a talented wedding photojournalist and artistic portrait photographer. With a background in commerce, hair artistry, portrait photography, and graphic design, she brings a unique perspective to her work. Having experienced shooting across 14 countries,...
4000 (USD)
Justin Edmonds, with 14 years of experience as a photojournalist, has worked for notable clients such as Getty Images, The New York Times, and Sports Illustrated. Having shot over 130 weddings and elopements, his expertise and skill make him a sought-after wedding and...
4800 (USD)
Mark Creery is a Rocky Mountain-based photographer with 20 years of wedding experience. He loves capturing candid moments to tell his client's wedding day story with style and enjoys connecting with people through his easy-going personality.
3500 (USD)
CO adventure wedding photojournalist Stacy Gillespie is known for her unique style, capturing the beauty and personality of her subjects. With a background in marketing and a love for creativity, she brings a competitive spirit to her work.
6200 (USD)
Jacob Hannah is a Vermont-based wedding photojournalist with a knack for capturing beautiful moments. With a degree in photojournalism, his journalistic style and unobtrusive approach ensure authentic and heartfelt photographs.
6500 (USD)
Sean Lara is a wedding photojournalist with a unique approach, blending creativity and storytelling to capture wedding day moments. Based in the Rocky Mountains, he is highly skilled in engagement portrait photography and artistic wedding portraits.
2250 (USD)
With a documentary approach, Joshua Grasso is an East Coast USA-based wedding photographer known for his storytelling through visual imagery. Through his lens, he documents the beautiful moments, creating a visual narrative that engages and resonates with viewers.
2800 (USD)
Alex Gordeev is a renowned East Coast wedding photographer, experienced in New England and across the United States. He excels in making his clients feel comfortable while capturing heartfelt memories they will cherish forever.
3500 (USD)
USA-based wedding photojournalist and engagement portrait photographer, Shaun Baker, turned to photography after graduating college. With a background in video, he captured his first wedding in 2009, specializing in artistic wedding portraits.
2900 (USD)
Laura Segall is an award-winning Arizon wedding photographer who has experience at capturing the moments on wedding days. She holds a BFA from the Rochester Institute of Technology and has had her photography published in The New York Times, People Magazine, Phoenix...
2800 (USD)
Dennis Crider is a visual storyteller, specializing in journalistic-style wedding photography. He skillfully captures authentic moments of the big day, showcasing true personality and style.
3000 (USD)
Brett Butterstein is a wedding photographer based in Southern California. His background in photojournalism and experience from five years of newspaper photography makes him the perfect choice for capturing the true beauty and emotion of a wedding.
3500 (USD)
Xiaoqi Li is a destination wedding photographer who is dedicated to capturing the genuine and meaningful moments of couples' special days. With a deep appreciation for the importance of photographs in preserving memories, she aims to provide peace of mind to her...
0 (USD)
Lucy Schultz, an experienced documentary wedding photographer focused on elopements and engagement portraits, creates a relaxed and enjoyable environment for clients to showcase their true selves. Since 2013, she has perfected the art of capturing unforgettable moments.
5900 (USD)
Penny McCoy, a Minneapolis-based photographer, takes a documentary approach to her storytelling, using her camera to capture the authentic moments of love and create visually compelling narratives for wedding couples.
3700 (USD)
In his journalistic style, Alex Paul, a visual storyteller, has captured the intimate moments of over 250 destination weddings as a New England-based professional wedding photographer.
4500 (USD)
With a Bachelor's degree in Studio Photography, Gretchen Troop excels as a wedding photojournalist. Her talent lies in capturing natural and candid moments, creating memories that last a lifetime.
3000 (USD)
Andrea Bibeault, a wedding photojournalist, along with her husband Ed, adopt a low-key style to capture moments of love and individualism in their wedding photography.
2600 (USD)
Wedding photographer Michelle Arlotta brings 20 years of experience, creativity, and analytical skills. She is a "wedding ninja" who captures raw emotion and delivers beautiful, comprehensive results with a bit of humor. Over 400 weddings photographed and 700...
3650 (USD)
Ben Schaefer is a New England-based photographer known for his documentary approach to storytelling through visuals. From capturing love-filled moments to showcasing authenticity, he utilizes a Leica camera system to create stunning images that recount the essence of the...
4800 (USD)
Trent Gillespie, a Colorado wedding photojournalist with a journalism degree from the University of Northern Colorado, utilizes his photojournalism background to capture memorable moments on a couple's special day.
6200 (USD)
Drawing on her extensive experience in documentary photography, Kayla Rice is a skilled wedding photographer who artfully captures the authenticity and emotion of the moment.
3800 (USD)
Stephanie Secrest is a California-based photographer with a Master's in photojournalism from Ohio University, as well as awards from prestigious contests like the Pictures of the Year competition.
3300 (USD)
Cindy Brown, an overeducated wedding photojournalist, specializes in capturing engagements, elopements, and weddings worldwide, with a keen eye for detail and a focus on capturing emotion and sensitivity.
3000 (USD)
With his documentary approach, Michael Freas weaves a visual narrative that tells the unique story of the wedding day. His dedication to capturing authentic moments and allowing couples to fully celebrate has established him as a highly respected wedding photographer.
3800 (USD)
Lauren Lindley - Traveling wedding photographer specializing in capturing unforgettable moments. Enjoys people and gets them to feel comfortable in front of the lens.
4200 (USD)
In a journalistic style, Kate Crabtree, a visual storyteller, captures the authentic and fleeting moments of love in bold and joyful documentary wedding photos set against stunning Maine landscapes.
5700 (USD)
USA-based wedding photographer Scott Josuweit focuses on authentically and creatively capturing important moments, uniquely treating each wedding and promoting a true experience.
3500 (USD)
Neil Thurston is a wedding photojournalist who specializes in capturing the raw, candid moments of a couple's big day. With a background in action sports photography and extensive international experience, Neil has honed his journalistic style to create unique and...
500/hour (USD)
Chris Shum is a wedding, engagement, lifestyle, and family photographer with a lifelong passion for art. With his artistic eye and unobstructive approach, Chris captures the beauty and joy of weddings, creating elegant, storytelling photographs that couples can treasure...
4500 (USD)
With over 25 years of professional experience, Chris Werner specializes in wedding photography, capturing the unique love and personalities of engaged couples. He began studying black and white film in 1994 and developed a fine art approach to photography over the years,...
3850 (USD)
Based in Lake Tahoe, California and Nevada, Kimmi Cranes is a wedding photojournalist and portrait photographer, specializing in elopements. With a decade of professional experience and a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from UC Santa Cruz, she expertly captures the emotions...
2000 (USD)
Sean Turner is a wedding photographer based in the Rockies of the USA. With a BFA in Photographic Imaging, experience shooting weddings on the East Coast, and having relocated to Denver in 2012, he has a vast range of skills.
3300 (USD)
With an expert eye for capturing raw emotion and a background in fine arts, Deanna Johnson is a wedding photojournalist. She finds inspiration in intimate concert settings and treasures found in vintage artwork.
6000 (USD)
Christine Hochkeppel, a seasoned New England wedding photojournalist, has a decade of experience capturing weddings and has contributed to renowned publications like Worcester Telegram & Gazette, Cape Cod Times, and the Boston Globe.
3675 (USD)
With a documentary approach, Ilana Bar av embraces the art of storytelling through her visual wedding photography. Inspired by her father and brother, both photographers, Barav defied skepticism to pursue her passion and now celebrates six thriving years in the industry.
4800 (USD)
Kenneth Clapp is an experienced US-based wedding photographer with an eye for visual arts and storytelling. Specializing in wedding photojournalism and bold photography, he has shot an average of 20 weddings per year, gaining experience from internships with recognized...
3000 (USD)
With a background in editorial and commercial photography for esteemed publications like The New York Times, The Washington Post, and The Boston Globe, Oliver Parini brings a unique documentary approach to his work as a New England wedding photographer.
4000 (USD)
As a skilled wedding photojournalist, Song Johns, the creative genius behind Blooming Dreams Photo, specializes in capturing the intimate and authentic moments of couples and families.
2900 (USD)
Lacey Butler, a visual storyteller with a strong background in traditional photography, studio lighting, and English literature, has documented over 400 weddings. She takes a journalistic style approach, valuing authentic, heartfelt moments over staged ones.
2000 (USD)
Sarah Gagnon is a Maine-based wedding photojournalist with a BFA in photography. With 7 years of experience, she specializes in candid and documentary-style photos, capturing the romantic moments of weddings. She shoots 45-60 weddings annually.
450 (USD)
With a background in business and a deep passion for photography, Brandon Lai is a documentary wedding photographer who skillfully crafts timeless narratives through his lens.
2500 (USD)
Matt Kolf, a seasoned wedding photojournalist with a keen eye for capturing intimate moments, has made a name for himself in the world of Catholic weddings in Spain and the East Coast.
3500 (USD)
Charles Moll is a Bozeman, MT wedding photographer who found his passion after graduating college. Armed with a degree in photography and determination to serve others, Charles experienced an epiphany at his second wedding photography event.
4000 (USD)
Madi Ellis, a wedding photojournalist based in the USA, is dedicated to capturing love stories with genuine emotion, texture, and connection. Her background in acting helps her create honest and unique images that truly represent couples.
4450 (USD)
Bonnie Sizer is a traveling CO wedding photographer, specializing in outdoor portraits using natural and staged lighting. With a background in art and a love for creating and viewing art instilled by her parents from a young age, Bonnie pursued an art degree at Colorado...
3000 (USD)
Paolo Blocar, an accomplished documentary wedding photographer, comes from a lineage of photographers. Residing in the city, he has a strong affinity for technology, cinema, and capturing the essence of couples' life-stories through his photographs.
Paolo Blocar
Venice, IT *Now booking United States weddings.2200 (EUR)
Freek Nagtzaam is a pro wedding photographer determined to capture special moments that will last a lifetime. His portfolio serves as a testament to the deep and personal connection he strives to make with every couple, and the unabated energy he finds in celebrating their...
Freek Nagtzaam
's-Hertogenbosch in Noord Brabant, NL *Now booking United States weddings.1695 (EUR)
Nikhol Esteras is a destination wedding photographer based in Oaxaca and California. With a background in psychology and holistic health, she combines her interests to capture authentic and unique wedding imagery. Nikhol has photographed over 100 weddings since 2014 and...
Nikhol Esteras
Oaxaca de Juárez in Oaxaca, MX *Now booking United States weddings.3000 (USD)
Isabelle Bazin, an internationally renowned wedding photographer with 25 years of experience, brings her creative vision and journalistic style to capture beautiful moments.
Isabelle Bazin
Goutz in Haute-Garonne (31) , FR *Now booking United States weddings.250/hour (EUR)
With his documentary approach and expertise as a visual storyteller, Franck Petit, a dedicated French wedding photographer since 2012, captures moments of joy and love, inspired by his own personal experiences.
Franck Petit
Serignac sur Garonne, FR *Now booking United States weddings.1900 (EUR)
Will Tee is a co-founder of SW Photo Studio and an outstanding wedding photographer. He has traveled extensively, experiencing diverse cultures that have enriched his open-mindedness and creativity. His engagement portrait sessions are known for their fun and creative...
Will Tee
Taipei City, TW *Now booking United States weddings.2000 (USD)
Nicolas Bastien, a wedding photojournalist, has a deep love for travel and believes it is the key to enriching one's life. His passion for photography was born from this belief and he now specializes in capturing unique moments in weddings.
Nicolas Bastien
Quimper in Finistere (29) , FR *Now booking United States weddings.950 (EUR)
Loic Nicoloso is a destination wedding photographer with 15 years of experience. Growing up surrounded by photography, he specializes in capturing beautiful moments with a minimalistic and unobtrusive approach.
Loic Nicoloso
Paray le Monial in Saone-et-Loire (71) , FR *Now booking United States weddings.1590 (EUR)
Esther Gibbons is a traveling wedding photographer specializing in capturing real moments and natural portraits. With a down-to-earth approach and impeccable timing, she puts couples at ease and tells their unique love stories. Since 2009, she has photographed weddings of...
Esther Gibbons
Montreal in Quebec, CA *Now booking United States weddings.3600 (CAD)
Samantha Pastoor is a talented documentary wedding photographer who discovered her love for capturing weddings at a young age. Inspired by her father's work, she experimented with film and darkroom techniques, perfecting her craft through a storytelling lens.
Samantha Pastoor
Le Plessis-Trevise in Paris (75) , FR *Now booking United States weddings.2000 (EUR)
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PA Documentary Wedding Photos | Editorial, Corporate, News, Fashion: William Thomas Cain
Jamison in Pennsylvania, United StatesCAPTURING LIFE'S FLEETING MOMENTS, FRAMING THE HUMAN ESSENCE
William Thomas Cain is a professional photojournalist whose body of work spans from editorial to commercial in his 35 years of experience. He accredits his diverse background...
3500
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Autumn Bliss Photography of York County, Maine: Autumn Wells
Sanford in Maine, United StatesMaine Wedding + Lifestyle Photographer Captures Life's Most Memorable Moments
350/hour
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Wedding Photojournalist based in Germany and available in EU & US: Stephan Maloman
Dreieich in Hessen, GermanyMap of Wedding Photojournalists Serving United States Couples
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Below are some United States wedding photography samples from the world’s best wedding photographers of the WPJA. Some of these United States marriage pictures might be artistic portraits, details, or documentary-style images that have come from getting ready sessions, wedding ceremonies, reception venues, or United States engagement portrait sessions with couples.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Where can I find a photographer for a short-notice, small United States wedding?
A: There are many WPJA photographers who are able to help you out at a moment's notice. We understand that sometimes love happens and there's simply no time to lose. We can ensure that you can get married as quickly as possible — and have incredible photographs to remember your United States wedding day by.
Q: Who are the best United States wedding photographers for small elopements?
A: The WPJA is proud to have some of the top United States documentary wedding photographers for elopements. Our members are able to submit WedElope Stories that take you step-by-step, via a 9 image picture story, through the unique and moving elopements that take place around the world.
Q: How can couples find reviews of United States wedding photographers?
A: We call them Client Letters. At the WPJA, we decided more than 20 years ago to avoid incorporating those third-person testimonials and endorsements that are found all too often in advertisements. Instead, we elevated our listings with the use of Client Letters, which represent the actual words and feelings of the clients who booked those United States wedding photographers for their own wedding.
WPJA Communiqué: Featured Wedding Photography Articles
It’s no secret that these are strange times we’re going through right now, and there are many couples out there with weddings set in the near future who are left feeling uncertain and concerned about their futures. While that’s understandable, it’s also important to...Read more
Traditionally speaking, often times it is the couple’s families who help pay for their wedding. However, unfortunately that’s just not possible for everyone, especially these days when the cost of weddings can quickly and easily get out of control. Some couples find...Read more
RAVES, REVIEWS, AND United States WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER RECOMMENDATIONS
Kae and Reid
Photo by Bonnie Sizer
Bonnie & Mike, We can't thank you enough for making our wedding weekend so incredibly special. Besides being kick-ass photographers :), you both are the most fun, thoughtful, and generally awesome people, and we've had such a great time getting to know you. Thank you for our amazing pre-wedding surprise box... that was such a perfect way to spend our evening, and we really appreciate you sneaking that over to us :) And thank you for all the million little ways you helped our day go smoothly, and of course, for capturing it all for us. I hope we can stay in touch moving forward! :)
Jessica & Christiaan
Photo by Steve Koo
You were absolutely wonderful! You were everything we were looking for in photgrapher- professional, creative, talented, hard worker etc. You really captured both the beautiful natural backdrop as well as everyones personalities so perfectly! Everyone I send the pictures to has the same response- WOW!!,
Tyler + Karim
Photo by Drew Bird
Hi Drew, These photos are AMAZING! We haven't been able to stop looking through them since Thursday night. All work productivity has been shot! We love reliving every moment of the day through the beautiful storybook you've created for us. There are so many moments that we weren't even aware of-- and we're so thankful that you were able to show those to us. It's absolutely beautiful. We especially appreciative of the creative shots you were able to capture within live shots-- the lines, colors and images from the churches and venues are incredible. We are so happy and thankful for your attention to detail. We had a lot of family and friends also comment on how professional you were and inquire about your website. Let us know where we can leave our public reviews to help let other folks know about your amazing work. Best, Tyler & Karim
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