Colorado Wedding Photographers

Colorado Wedding Photographers

Our Colorado photographers also provide documentary-style coverage in: Denver, Colorado Springs, Aurora, Fort Collins, Lakewood, Steamboat Springs, Breckenridge, Aspen, Keystone, Telluride, Grand Junction, Glenwood Springs, Manitou Springs, Winter Park, Frisco, Crested Butte, Leadville, Lake County, Arkansas River, Ouray, and all around the Rocky Mountains

Colorado Wedding Photography, Engagement Photo Sessions + Elopements

Intimate Wedding Photography in Colorado - Capturing the Joy of Small Celebrations - Discover the best Colorado 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 Colorado 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, Colorado documentary wedding photographers available right now who understand that some weddings and elopements can’t wait. Find yours today!

Recent WPJA WedElope Story Awards

Colorado Photographers for Large or Small Weddings

Shooting an elopement or small Colorado 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.

United States WPJA members are ready to document any DIY - do it yourself, courthouse, mini, 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.

39 Colorado Wedding Photographers...

At-work portrait of USA-based wedding photographer Liam Gordon

Liam Gordon became interested in photography when he discovered old photos of his younger self, inspiring him to start his own photography business in 2017, focusing on weddings and special moments.

3500 (USD)
Elopements by Top Wedding Photographer Justin Edmonds

Justin Edmonds has worked as a photojournalist for the past 14 years, having built his reputation with major clients like Getty Images, The New York Times, Sports Illustrated, Major League Baseball, Upper Deck, NASCAR and The Denver Post. His experience and skill have...

4800 (USD)
Wedding, engagement and elopement images by Mark Creery of Colorado

Rocky Mountain-based wedding photojournalist Mark Creery has 20 years of experience. He tells his clients' wedding day story with style, capturing candid moments while connecting with people through his easy-going personality.

3500 (USD)
Colorado wedding photography and intimate elopements by Stacy Gillespie

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)
Colorado engagements + wedding and elopement photography by Sean Lara

Based in the Rocky Mountains of CO, Sean Lara is a skilled wedding photojournalist renowned for his creative and storytelling approach to capturing wedding day moments. With expertise in engagement portrait photography and artistic wedding portraits, he brings a unique...

2250 (USD)
Engagements, Weddings and Elopement Photographer Lucy Schultz

Lucy Schultz, an artistic wedding photojournalist, creates a relaxed and joyful environment, empowering couples to express their true selves, capturing unforgettable moments with her expertise honed since 2013.

5900 (USD)
Gretchen Troop Photography Studio for Weddings, Elopements and Portraits

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)
Colorado Elopement and Wedding Photography by Trent Gillespie

Trent Gillespie is an artistic wedding photojournalist from Colorado, equipped with a journalism degree and years of experience, skillfully capturing memorable moments on couples' special days.

6200 (USD)
Lit Lifestyle Portrait of Sean Turner - Eight Weddings Photography

Armed with a BFA in Photographic Imaging and years of experience shooting weddings on the East Coast, Sean Turner is a talented documentary wedding photographer now located in the breathtaking Rockies of the USA.

3300 (USD)
Adventure weddings + mountain engagements and elopement photography by Bonnie Sizer

Bonnie Sizer is a professional wedding photographer in Colorado. She studied art at Colorado State University and has a passion for capturing genuine moments. With her skills and experience, she creates beautiful and meaningful photos at weddings and elopements.

3000 (USD)
Kevin Bergthold, adventurous wedding photographer of Berg Berg Photography Studio

Kevin Bergthold is a seasoned wedding photojournalist with a unique perspective honed through his love for skateboarding and punk rock. Together with his wife Michelle, they founded Berg Berg Photography in 2021.

3000 (USD)
Lexus Reynolds Wedding Photographer

Lexus Marquise Reynolds, a highly skilled and experienced photographer, specializes in boudoir, weddings, high school seniors, and family photography. With a background in teaching Fine Art Nude Photography and Wedding and Events Photography, Reynolds is known for...

2800 (USD)
Colorado adventure weddings, elopements and engagement photography by Matt Wilson

Matt Wilson is an award-winning adventure wedding photographer from Colorado. He has photographed hundreds of weddings in 9 states, combining his experience in street skating, fashion and product photography to capture special moments.

4000 (USD)
Wedding and elopement Photographer Carl Bower

Carl Bower, photojournalist and Pulitzer finalist, specializes in US destination weddings. He approaches them with a quiet presence to capture authentic moments. Carl looks to document natural interactions without direction, aiming to achieve personal and meaningful results...

3500 (USD)
Boulder wedding and elopement photography by Jason Johnson of the CO WPJA

Armed with an unparalleled eye for detail and a deep appreciation for genuine moments, Jason Johnson has become a sought-after documentary wedding photographer.

2500 (USD)
Adventure elopement and wedding photography by Mike Kory

Mike Kory is a traveling wedding photographer who combines Mechanical Engineering (his day-job) with making people feel comfortable, pointing, and making Bonnie laugh. He's Bonnie's husband and co-parent to their two strange dogs.

4400 (USD)
Colorado wedding photography and CO couple engagement portraits by Joe Pyle

Joe Pyle, a Colorado-based visual storyteller, takes a documentary approach to photography. His skillful storytelling and authentic captures of life through a camera display his technical mastery in the field.

2400 (USD)
Wedding and elopement photography by Amanda Lamb

Traveling wedding photographer Amanda Lamb has a passion for capturing moments as they happen. Began learning early in high school to support a school yearbook publication with film. Prior to photography was a high school social studies teacher who gained insight into crowd...

3000 (USD)
Lifestyle portrait of Colorado wedding and elopement photographer Nina Larsen Reed

Nina Larsen Reed is a documentary wedding photographer based in Colorado. She has a special affinity for the stunning Rocky Mountains and has photographed over 150 couples planning dream elopements and weddings.

5500 (USD)
Portrait of Katharine Green from Katie Corinne Wedding Photography Studio

Katharine Green is a skilled Colorado documentary wedding photographer with over 10 years of experience. She and her associate, Jamie, have a passion for capturing the happiest moments in life, specializing in wedding, engagement, and proposal photography.

3000 (USD)
Tamara Susa, Wedding Photographer, Studio: Be The Xperience

Meet Tamara Susa, the photographer hailing from the picturesque Snowmass Village, Colorado! This spirited photographer and filmmaker freezes epic moments in the most challenging and remote spots around the world. Hailing from Serbia, Tamara draws inspiration from her...

4000 (USD)
Denver adventure wedding elopement photos by Jennifer Garza of Colorado

Being a documentary wedding photographer, Jennifer Garza from Denver brings a unique approach to capturing the beauty of love. With her extensive experience since 2014, she uses her keen eye for detail and creative perspective to immortalize her clients' wedding day,...

3500 (USD)
Lifestyle portrait of Evie Felts, a wedding and elopement photographer

Evie Felts, a wedding photographer with 5 years of experience, left teaching to pursue art. She connects with clients worldwide and captures intimate moments. Evie lives in Mancos, Colorado, enjoying outdoor activities when not photographing.

3000 (USD)
JD Land Wedding Photographer

JD Land is a photographer specializing in storytelling and wedding photojournalism. He has been capturing real wedding moments since 2012 and also enjoys wildlife photography, searching for the perfect picture to tell a story.

JD Land

Phoenix in Arizona, US *Now booking Colorado weddings.
4000 (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.

David Clumpner

Missoula in Montana, US *Now booking Colorado weddings.
5950 (USD)
Andrea Bibeault is a photographer for marriage ceremonies and reception events

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.

Andrea Bibeault

Omaha in Nebraska, US *Now booking Colorado weddings.
2600 (USD)
Wedding photography by Michael Freas

Michael Freas is a photojournalistic wedding photographer. He puts the focus on your unique relationship, honoring all of those present. His commitment to stress-free joy, allowing couples to celebrate to the fullest, has made him one of the most reputable wedding...

Michael Freas

Asheville in North Carolina, US *Now booking Colorado weddings.
3800 (USD)
At Work Image of Wedding Photographer Ted Felsberg

Ted Felsberg

Mays Landing in New Jersey, US *Now booking Colorado weddings.
5000 (USD)
United States destination documentary wedding photography by Taber Lacie

Taber Lacie, a self-proclaimed photography nerd and former EMT, is now a wedding photojournalist capturing authentic moments with her unique documentary style.

Taber Lacie

West Bend in Wisconsin, US *Now booking Colorado weddings.
3000 (USD)
Chicago wedding and elopement photography by Milan Lazic of Illinois United States

Milan Lazic is a professional wedding photographer and the owner of WS photography. He developed a passionate interest for photography while in high school. With an analog camera, he shot his first wedding at age 18, igniting his love to explore and learn about lighting...

Milan Lazic

Chicago in Illinois, US *Now booking Colorado weddings.
3500 (USD)
Gloria Ruth - Wedding and elopement photography

Gloria Ruth

Plantation in Florida, US *Now booking Colorado weddings.
5500 (USD)

Orlando Suarez is an international traveling wedding photographer. Along with his wife, Lissette, they run Viridian Images Photography, specializing in candid moments and natural portraits. With ten years of experience, they have captured weddings all over the world, from...

Orlando Suarez

Kennesaw in Georgia, US *Now booking Colorado weddings.
3100 (USD)

Ron Storer's passion for capturing and preserving wedding moments is fueled by his success as a member of the US Cycling Team, where he earned a Gold Medal in the Pan-Am Games and a Silver Medal in the Olympic Trials. With a wedding photojournalist approach, he...

Ron Storer

Auburn in Washington, US *Now booking Colorado weddings.
2400 (USD)

In her distinctive journalistic style, Morgan Lynn Razi, a renowned wedding photojournalist, skillfully captures timeless moments with her camera. Traveling the world, she is highly sought after for her trendsetting approach and caring nature.

Morgan Lynn Razi

Houston in Texas, US *Now booking Colorado weddings.
15500 (USD)
Studio portrait of wedding photographer Sierra Dawn

Sierra Dawn is a USA-based traveling wedding photographer. Her passion and knowledge is passed down from her father's 20+ years in the profession.

Sierra Dawn

Los Angeles in California, US *Now booking Colorado weddings.
5500 (USD)
Black and White Headshot of elopement, engagement and wedding photographer David Braun

David Braun is an artistic wedding photographer with a background in portrait art. With an artistic approach and extensive freelance experience, he excels in capturing the natural and unforgettable moments of wedding ceremonies. His expertise lies in anticipating and...

David Braun

South Lake Tahoe in California, US *Now booking Colorado weddings.
1250 (USD)
Destination wedding photography by Ferdy Martinus

Ferdy Martinus is a wedding photojournalist with 25 years of experience, specializing in capturing stories through pictures and videos. Trained at the New York Institute of Photography, he has photographed over 400 weddings in the US Midwest, focusing on areas like...

Ferdy Martinus

Minneapolis in Minnesota, US *Now booking Colorado weddings.
1750 (USD)
Artistic wedding photography by Stephanie Sonju

Stephanie Sonju, a skilled documentary wedding photographer, is inspired by the art of capturing authentic moments. Her handcrafted albums provide clients with lasting memories.

Stephanie Sonju

Boynton Beach in Florida, US *Now booking Colorado weddings.
3100 (USD)

Map of Wedding Photojournalists Serving Colorado Couples

Wedding Venue Pictures by Colorado Wedding Photographers

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Colorado Wedding, Elopement and Engagement Images by WPJA Photographers

Below are some Colorado wedding photography samples from the world’s best wedding photographers of the WPJA. Some of these Colorado marriage pictures might be artistic portraits, details, or documentary-style images that have come from getting ready sessions, wedding ceremonies, reception venues, or Colorado engagement portrait sessions with couples.

In Red Feather Lakes, Colorado, a couple in love takes a break during their engagement photo session, sitting on a stone by an old burned juniper bush, creating memories before their wedding.
A couple in love goes to Rocky Mountain National Park in Colorado for pictures, where they stand in a creek, share a kiss, and pose together under the sunshine, surrounded by nature.
In Alice, CO, the couple posed in the rain at night at St. Mary's church: she sat down while he stood up, their heads close together in a loving pose.
A couple in love went to the Rocky Mountain National Park for their photo session, where she hugged him from behind, kissed him, and he smiled and looked upwards to the cloudy sky.
In Fort Collins, CO, USA, a couple getting married got their picture taken with sunglasses on, standing in front of a colorful geometric mural on a block wall.
In Colorado, near Johnstown, a couple on horses posed on a stormy day, riding through the grass fields, creating a symmetrical and beautiful portrait before their wedding.
At the Denver Botanic Gardens in Colorado, the couple posed on the pyramid building, capturing their love and excitement before their upcoming wedding day.
In Arvada, CO, USA, the soon-to-be-married couple sat on the grass in the park at sunset, gazing at each other with their silhouettes captured in a romantic photo.
In Boulder, Colorado, a couple stands in front of snow-covered mountains at sunrise, wrapping each other in a warm embrace during their engagement portrait session.
In Breckenridge, Colorado, a couple in love posed for pictures before their wedding day, smiling warmly and playfully while he carried her on his back.
At a beautiful lake in Boulder, Colorado, a couple getting married pose for pictures, standing and hugging by the water as he leans in for a kiss and she smiles.
In the charming setting of Old Town, Fort Collins, Colorado, a couple shares a sweet embrace in an alleyway - he lovingly hugs her from behind. A relaxed and romantic portrait session captures their love.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Where can I find a photographer for a short-notice, small Colorado 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 Colorado wedding day by.
Q: Who are the best Colorado wedding photographers for small elopements?
A: The WPJA is proud to have some of the top Colorado 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 Colorado photographers for pre-wedding engagement portraits?
A: The WPJA issues Diamond Awards for Colorado wedding photographers to showcase their best engagement photography work. These awards are given to photographers who prove that they have an ability to be creative, artistic, and intuitive while working on-location with couples who are newly engaged.
WPJA Communiqué: Featured Wedding Photography Articles
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RAVES, REVIEWS, AND Colorado WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER RECOMMENDATIONS

Stoney Creek, La Crosse, Wisconsin Wedding Photo of couple toasing in the woods

Chelsea + Robert

Photo by Taber Lacie

I cannot thank you enough for capturing our wedding! The pictures are gorgeous - it's going to be SO difficult narrowing down which ones to print! (limited wall space, you know) You are amazing - keep it up!

Kathy & John

Photo by Carl Bower

What a happy surprise!  We didn't expect to see these for several days yet.  They look awesome!  John and I will review them together and get back to you.   Thanks so much for photographing our wedding.  It was so wonderful not only have you do it from a professional standpoint but it was great to have you there.  You get us.   We'll talk to you soon and thanks for the fast turn around!

Edgewood at Tahoe wedding ceremony photography

LAURA AND SID

Photo by David Braun

Hi David, You were so great to work with and the pictures are really stunning. We will leave you a review ASAP, hoping to get to it this weekend! Thank you for everything!