Washington Wedding Photographers

Washington Wedding Photographers

Our Washington photographers also provide documentary-style coverage in: Seattle, Spokane, Tacoma, Olympia, Vancouver, Bellevue, Kent, Everett, Renton, Mercer Island, Lake Washington, and all of the Pacific Northwest

Washington Wedding Photography, Engagement Photo Sessions + Elopements

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

Recent WPJA WedElope Story Awards

Washington Photographers for Large or Small Weddings

Shooting an elopement or small Washington 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 themed, mini, city hall, 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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27 Washington Wedding Photographers...

USA hiking, rock climbing, Adventure Wedding Photographer Traci Edwards

Traci Edwards, a skilled wedding photojournalist, combines her artistic background and expertise in wedding logistics, to capture the most authentic and memorable moments for couples starting their journey in marriage.

6900 (USD)
Seattle wedding photography by Benjamin Wagner of the Washington State WPJA in the Pacific Northwest

Washington State wedding photographer: Benjamin Wagner, a passionate candid style photographer, began his journey in high school with a digital camera. After over a decade of documenting his life, he turned professional in 2018.

1600 (USD)

Logan Westom is a documentary wedding photographer based in Seattle. With a career in professional photography spanning over a decade, Westom has shot for newspapers, couples’ special days, and Taylor Swift concerts...

4000 (USD)

In his photography career, Ron Storer has adopted a journalistic style, capturing and preserving wedding moments. Prior to this, he earned a Gold Medal in the Pan-Am Games and a Silver Medal in the Olympic Trials as a member of the US Cycling Team.

2400 (USD)
Marla Manes, a PNW ADVENTURE ELOPEMENT PHOTOGRAPHER in Seattle WA

Seattle-based Marla Manes, skilled in wedding photojournalism and portraiture, integrates values and sustainability. Creates comfort for exceptional photos.

5500 (USD)
Lifestyle Portrait of BreeAnna Lasher, a Seattle WA Wedding Photographer

BreeAnna Lasher is a wedding photographer based in Seattle, Washington. With a passion for adventure and travel, she specializes in elopements and capturing real, candid moments. Her goal is to empower couples to have the ceremony of their dreams and to capture all the...

5500 (USD)
JD Land Wedding Photographer

With a documentary approach in mind, JD Land embraces the art of storytelling through his photography. Specializing in wedding photojournalism, he has honed his skills of capturing real moments since 2012. Additionally, JD Land indulges in wildlife photography, using his...

JD Land

Phoenix in Arizona, US *Now booking Washington 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 Washington weddings.
5950 (USD)
Studio portrait of wedding photographer Tanushree Vaidya

Tanushree Vaidya, a skilled wedding photojournalist and artistic portrait photographer, has a background in commerce, hair artistry, portrait photography, and graphic design. Traveling across 14 countries, she specializes in capturing destination weddings and engagement...

Tanushree Vaidya

Hayward in California, US *Now booking Washington weddings.
4000 (USD)
Weddings by Chris Shum, Life Photographer

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...

Chris Shum

Sunnyvale in California, US *Now booking Washington weddings.
4500 (USD)
USA wedding photography by Lacey Butler

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.

Lacey Butler

Cary in North Carolina, US *Now booking Washington weddings.
2000 (USD)
BW studio portrait of adventure wedding photographer Eliza Slobodzian

Specializing in documentary wedding photography, Eliza Slobodzian expertly preserves heartfelt moments, infusing each image with genuine emotion.

Eliza Slobodzian

Cochrane in Alberta, CA *Now booking Washington weddings.
4000 (CAD)
Wedding photography of real moments by Leah Moyers

Leah Moyers, a traveling wedding and elopement photographer with a documentary approach, brings a Fine Arts background to her storytelling. Through her inclusive and authentic style, she captures the moments of love with her camera, producing visually stunning and unique...

Leah Moyers

Sevierville in Tennessee, US *Now booking Washington weddings.
450/hour (USD)
Jerome Pollos Self Portrait, a wedding and elopement photographer of the WPJA

Jerome Pollos is a traveling wedding photographer with a background as a photojournalist in the Navy. After capturing a powerful image of a young boy, he discovered his passion for photography and the impact it can have.

Jerome Pollos

Coeur d'Alene in Idaho, US *Now booking Washington weddings.
2500 (USD)
Pro documentary-style wedding photography by Bradley Hanson

With a background in documentary technique, Bradley Hanson brings a unique storytelling perspective to his photography. Through his keen eye for detail and artistic vision, he captures the essence of each wedding he documents. His work has been featured in magazines and has...

Bradley Hanson

St. Paul in Minnesota, US *Now booking Washington weddings.
5000 (USD)
Ontario / Brampton wedding and elopement photography by Aniket Sananse of Canada

Aniket Sananse is an international traveling wedding photojournalist, specializing in capturing the raw emotions and candid moments of weddings and elopements.

Aniket Sananse

Brampton in Ontario, CA *Now booking Washington weddings.
2000 (CAD)
Portrait of Loren Haar, Engagement, Elopement and Wedding Photographer

Loren Haar is a skilled and well-traveled wedding photojournalist, engagement portrait photographer, and artistic wedding portrait photographer. With a background in documenting significant life events and a passion for photography that flourished through learning manual...

Loren Haar

Ventura in California, US *Now booking Washington weddings.
2200 (USD)
Wedding and Elopement Photographer Jared Lindsay

Jared Lindsay is a traveling wedding photographer addicted to shooting small-ish, untraditional weddings worldwide. With a background in freelance photography since 2002, Jared has honed his skills in capturing authentic and unique moments.

Jared Lindsay

Fort Worth in Texas, US *Now booking Washington weddings.
2100 (USD)

Maria Newman is a PNW wedding photojournalist with a background in photojournalism. She discovered her love for wedding photography when a friend asked her to photograph her wedding while she was in school.

Maria Newman

Portland in Oregon, US *Now booking Washington weddings.
2500 (USD)
Studio portrait wedding photographer Mike Greener

Mike Greener is a seasoned wedding photojournalist with over 23 years of experience. Combining his love of the outdoors, human experience, and storytelling, he captures honest moments in a journalistic style, creating visual narratives that truly reflect the essence of each...

Mike Greener

Helena in Montana, US *Now booking Washington weddings.
4500 (USD)
Robert Knapp, Pacific Northwest weddings by Modern Art Photography Studio

With his extensive background in family portraiture and snowboard photography, Robert Knapp is a skilled wedding photojournalist. With over 700 weddings under his belt, he aims to capture the most beautiful and unique moments for couples.

Robert Knapp

Portland in Oregon, US *Now booking Washington weddings.
2200 (USD)
Lifestyle Portrait of Wedding and Elopement Photographer James Juarez

James Juarez is a Mexican-American wedding photographer based in the Western USA. He has a degree in Art History from UCLA and 8 years of experience documenting punk bands and in the fashion industry.

James Juarez

Los Angeles in California, US *Now booking Washington weddings.
2450 (USD)
Portrait of Amber Depangher of Sightglass Photography Studio

Amber Depangher is a documentary wedding photographer with a vibrant portfolio spanning 20 years. With roots in high school and a leap of faith after college, Amber and her artistic husband form an eclectic duo, delighting clients with their distinct styles.

Amber Depangher

Portland in Oregon, US *Now booking Washington weddings.
500/hour (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 Washington weddings.
1250 (USD)
Lifestyle portrait of Brittany Bender, a San Diego wedding photographer - Southern California WPJA

San Diego wedding photojournalist, Brittany Bender, skillfully captures candid and emotional moments with her talent for storytelling and artistic portrayal.

Brittany Bender

San Diego in California, US *Now booking Washington weddings.
3000 (USD)
PNW Wedding and Elopement Photography by Brianna Parks

Brianna Parks, an elopement photographer based in the Pacific Northwest, has a knack for capturing unique and personalized elopement experiences. Her love for secret places and breathtaking landscapes led her to specialize in documenting elopements in the stunning...

Brianna Parks

Redding in California, US *Now booking Washington weddings.
6500 (USD)
Studio Portrait of Andrew Wickstrom of Mountain Wedding Photography

Daniela Sanchez is a documentary wedding photographer who expertly captures the authentic and unstaged moments that unfold throughout a couple's wedding day, ensuring their memories are preserved in a truly timeless manner.

Andrew Wickstrom

Asheville in North Carolina, US *Now booking Washington weddings.
2800 (USD)

1 more photographers available for your wedding...

2800 US Dollar

MountainWed Photography of Asheville, NC: Andrew Wickstrom

Asheville in North Carolina, United States

Map of Wedding Photojournalists Serving Washington Couples

Washington Wedding Elopement Photography - WedElope

View WedElope Image Galleries by Washington Wedding Photographers from Small Events and Intimate Elopements.

Washington Wedding, Elopement and Engagement Images by WPJA Photographers

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

A modern wedding scene captured as the bride and groom sign their marriage license on a Washington state ferry, with their officiant by their side, contemplating their new journey together.
A bride and groom hold hands while walking along a trail on their wedding day. The photo captures Mt. Rainier in the background, adding a stunning touch to this wedding image.
Maid of Honor captures a candid image with the bride and groom in a fun selfie at Maple Leaf Events in Stevenson, Washington, USA, showcasing their joy on their wedding day.
At Maple Leaf Events in Stevenson, Washington, USA, the mother of the bride shares a poignant moment with her daughter, gently wiping away a tear as they make their way up the aisle. A touching display of love and emotion on this special wedding day.
At Beau Lodge in Bow, Washington, the emotional mother of the groom sheds a tear during the mother/son dance. This image won an award from WPJA, showcasing the photographer's expertise in capturing touching moments.
A couple in a canoe at sunrise on Mineral Lake, WA, gazes towards the horizon as the sun crests, symbolizing the start of their wedding day
In Deming, WA, a close-up of the bride's hat with a delicate flower. The couple rode horseback on their wedding day in the stunning mountains.
A breathtaking wedding photo taken at Olympic National Park. The newlyweds stand on a rocky shoreline, against a stunning sunset backdrop.
The engaged couple embraced for a creative portrait at their neighborhood park in Seattle, WA, for their save-the-date wedding announcement
At the Broadway Hall, Bellingham, WA, an emotional bride reads special vows written for her new stepchildren
Washington documentary-style wedding image from a Lake Tapps private home showing The mother of the groom, who's battling brain cancer, insists on making the traditional mother and son dance happen
Lake Tapps, WA winning image from the best documentary style wedding photography contest in the world showing The bride gets a sunscreen touch-up during a hot July wedding

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Where can I find a photographer for a short-notice, small Washington 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 Washington wedding day by.
Q: How can couples find top-ranked Washington wedding photographers?
A: The WPJA created the original wedding photographer ranking systems. Our innovative system is based on contest winning points, meaning that the Washington photographers you see at the top of your search results page have recently won the most — and the most recent — contest awards. Our contests judge photographers based on their creativity, style, composure, and ability to capture the heart of any couple's story on their wedding day.
Q: Who are the best Washington wedding photographers for small elopements?
A: The WPJA is proud to have some of the top Washington 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.
WPJA Communiqué: Featured Wedding Photography Articles
WHAT EXACTLY DOES IT MEAN TO ELOPE? If you look up the definition of “elope” in the Merriam-Webster dictionary , you’ll find a plethora of meanings making it quite clear how polarizing the word has become, and how it has transformed and evolved with the passage of time and...Read more
So your wedding is just around the corner and you’ve decided to elope , either because you want to do this on a budget , avoid a large wedding party, or simply to enjoy the day together with minimal distractions and as little stress as possible . They say 'all you need is...Read more
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RAVES, REVIEWS, AND Washington WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER RECOMMENDATIONS

Tim + Kristin

Photo by Jared Lindsay

“Holy cow Jared! I want to cry I love them so much! Our trust was very well founded. Thank you. You captured our moments and more. I’m so happy”. – Kristin.

The Century Hall black and white wedding picture of the bride and groom

Caleb and Bayley

Photo by Jared Lindsay

JARED, these are amazing, I’ve been laughing and crying as I scroll through them all. You killed it!!! -Bayley

Wedding Ceremony photography in South Lake Tahoe, California

Allie and Cody

Photo by David Braun

Hi David, Just letting you know I received the memory stick! I love all the extra touches you did, that is really cool and cute! We couldn’t believe it when we opened the package. Thank you again, I really appreciate everything you have done for our engagement and wedding photos. Mahalo- Allie