Pennsylvania Wedding Photographers

Pennsylvania Wedding Photographers

Our Pennsylvania photographers also provide documentary-style coverage in: Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Allentown, Lancaster County, Erie, Reading, Scranton, Harrisburg

Pennsylvania Wedding Photography, Engagement Photo Sessions + Elopements

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

Recent WPJA WedElope Story Awards

Pennsylvania Photographers for Large or Small Weddings

Shooting an elopement or small Pennsylvania 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 courthouse, mini, secret, 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.

35 Pennsylvania Wedding Photographers...

Studio portrait of wedding and elopement photographer Erica Dietz

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)
Studio portrait of engagement, wedding and elopement photographer Scott Josuweit

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)
Rustbelt Mayberry Wedding Photographer, Erin Ninehouser

Erin Ninehouser is an Eastern USA-based wedding photographer with more than two decades of experience. She captures emotion-filled moments and emphasizes documentary photography in her work. Through her passion for community and non-profit work, she has photographed...

3600 (USD)
Studio portrait of John Ryan, wedding photographer of J&J Studios, LLC

John Ryan, owner of J&J Studios in Philadelphia, has been capturing breathtaking weddings worldwide since 2011 and offering photography, video, aerial, and live streaming services.

3800 (USD)
Colleen Stepanian - Documentary Wedding Photography

Colleen Stepanian, a USA wedding photographer, approaches her work with a documentary approach, combining storytelling and visual elements. She believes in capturing the essence of human connection, relationships, and vulnerability, with the responsibility to preserve...

4800 (USD)

In a journalistic style, Peter Doyle, an experienced US wedding photographer, has spent 20 years capturing moments for magazines, corporations, and documentary projects. His work has been exhibited in the US and Europe, and even included in the prestigious Philadelphia...

2300 (USD)

Michelle is a skilled photographer who approaches weddings with a documentary style, focusing on storytelling and visual authenticity. Drawing inspiration from her mentor, a pro photojournalist, Michelle refined her craft at Pennsylvania State University.

1350 (USD)
Lifestyle beach portrait of Pittsburgh wedding photographer Kitty Paul

Kitty Paul is a fine art wedding photojournalist from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Photography has been a passion since childhood, learning from her artist mother. She specializes in creating beautiful pictorial documentation of weddings for couples to cherish forever.

4000 (USD)
Wedding and Elopement Photography by Kate Hagerty

With a diverse background in photojournalism, acting, and fine art framing, Kate Hagerty captures the essence of weddings as a skilled wedding photojournalist.

3000 (USD)
Wedding Images by Sabrina Guyton-Wright of SGW Photography

With a passion for storytelling and an eye for detail, Sabrina Guyton-Wright is a documentary wedding photographer. Her unique approach captures the essence of each couple's love story, creating cherished memories that will last a lifetime.

3800 (USD)
Lifestyle Portrait of Kimberly Kunda Wedding Photographer During Fall

Kimberly Kunda is an Eastern USA wedding photographer, with a photography background that started with her parents. Growing up, she was taught that passion and desire are the secrets to success. The results have been hundreds of articles and prints that she has poured her...

3000 (USD)
Weddings by Ryan & Kate for elopements and marriage photography - Portrait of Ryan Howard Sigesmund

Ryan Howard Sig is a talented wedding photojournalist whose keen eye for storytelling brings an intimate and candid approach to every image he captures.

3000 (USD)
BW portrait of Pittsburgh wedding photographer Andrea Diaz of the Pennsylvania WPJA

Andrea Diaz of Novasoul Photography is a Pittsburgh-based, documentary wedding photographer with 5 years of experience in the industry. Her expertise, relaxed and journalistic approach, and eye for detail, enable her to capture extraordinary pictures.

2500 (USD)
Wedding and engagement portraits by Michelle Arlotta

Using her journalistic style, wedding photographer Michelle Arlotta has been a visual storyteller for 20 years. With her keen eye, she captures heartfelt moments of love and delivers authentic and comprehensive results.

Michelle Arlotta

Milford in New Jersey, US *Now booking Pennsylvania weddings.
3650 (USD)
At Work Image of Wedding Photographer Ted Felsberg

Ted Felsberg

Mays Landing in New Jersey, US *Now booking Pennsylvania weddings.
5000 (USD)
Wedding and Elopement Photographer - Jason Rhee

Having honed his skills for two decades, Jason Rhee has become known as a masterful wedding photojournalist. With a background in visual arts, he expertly captures the essence of the couple, creating a lighthearted atmosphere.

Jason Rhee

Northvale in New Jersey, US *Now booking Pennsylvania weddings.
2200 (USD)
Wedding, engagement and elopement photography by Anastasiia Polyakov, of So Tender Is Humanity

Anastasiia Polyakov's documentary style, paired with her artistic eye, enables her to beautifully capture the essence of existence through wedding photography, memorializing moments with compassion and expression.

Anastasiia Polyakov

Arlington in Virginia, US *Now booking Pennsylvania weddings.
3500 (USD)
Wedding Photographer Brad Resnick

As a documentary wedding photographer, Brad Resnick combines his 8+ years of experience in the wedding industry with a background in theater to artistically capture the most significant moments of your big day.

Brad Resnick

Denville in New Jersey, US *Now booking Pennsylvania weddings.
2900 (USD)
Portrait of Wedding Photographer Denise Chastain

Denise Chastain is an east coast US based wedding photographer with over 25 years of experience. She has worked with celebrities, commercial companies, and magazines, and now turns her lens to wedding photography.

Denise Chastain

Lynbrook in New York, US *Now booking Pennsylvania weddings.
3500 (USD)
Baltimore engagement wedding and elopement photography by Breanna Shaw

Breanna Shaw is a world traveler and passionate wedding photographer. Being able to share moments of love and connection with her clients is her greatest honor, and the accident that has become her life's mission. When she is not taking photos, Breanna enjoys rock...

Breanna Shaw

Reisterstown in Maryland, US *Now booking Pennsylvania weddings.
3850 (USD)
Urban wedding photography by Jenna Salvagin

Jenna Salvagin is a professional wedding and destination photographer based in the Hudson Valley and New York City. Jenna graduated from School of Visual Arts with a BFA in Photography in 2011, and has worked as a studio photographer, intern photographer at Brooklyn Museum...

Jenna Salvagin

Warwick in New York, US *Now booking Pennsylvania weddings.
2000 (USD)
Engagement, elopement, and wedding photography by Andrew Morrell

In his journalistic style, Andrew Morrell, a visual storyteller, captures unique moments that blend art and technology, inspired by his love of music and improvisation at the weddings and elopements he photographs.

Andrew Morrell

Cleveland in Ohio, US *Now booking Pennsylvania weddings.
3600 (USD)
Casey Fatchett Wedding Photography

With a documentary approach, Casey Fatchett tells stories through his visual skills. Unobtrusive and capturing honest moments, his photography is filled with emotions and brings out the true essence of each wedding.

Casey Fatchett

New York in New York, US *Now booking Pennsylvania weddings.
3300 (USD)
Engagement Portraits, Elopements and Wedding Photography by Anji Martin Potok's - World Photography, LLC

Traveling wedding photographer, Anji Martin, has been documenting special moments since childhood. With a passion for capturing moments for people, Anji now specializes in wedding and elopement photography, primarily serving couples in the Washington, DC, area but available...

Anji Martin

Washington in District Of Columbia, US *Now booking Pennsylvania weddings.
4450 (USD)

New Jersey-based wedding photographer Danette, formerly a biologist, has been documenting weddings since 2010. With an addiction to the adrenaline rush and challenges, she boldly switched careers and now wants to share her passion with you.

Danette Pascarella

Clinton in New Jersey, US *Now booking Pennsylvania weddings.
4590 (USD)

Kevin Quinlan is a wedding photojournalist with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Fine Art/Photography. He focuses on capturing real emotions and has commercial experience with clients like The University of Delaware.

Kevin Quinlan

Newark in Delaware, US *Now booking Pennsylvania weddings.
2250 (USD)

Rachel Philipson, a skilled wedding photojournalist, is known for her authentic and unobtrusive approach to capturing moments of a couple's big day. With over 25 years of experience and a degree in photography, she uses her journalistic style to create timeless images.

Rachel Philipson

Ithaca in New York, US *Now booking Pennsylvania weddings.
1000 (USD)
Portrait of Bill Tse, Wedding Photographer

Having shot weddings in the NY and New England area for over 20 years, Bill Tse is renowned for his exceptional blend of photojournalistic and traditional styles. He is a highly experienced, award-winning photographer who graduated from the New York Institute of Photography...

Bill Tse

Brooklyn in New York, US *Now booking Pennsylvania weddings.
2300 (USD)
Wedding photography by Edward Dye

Edward Dye has 12 years of professional photography experience, including a background in photojournalism, Edward has the skills to capture the best memories without disturbing the moments.

Edward Dye

New York City in New York, US *Now booking Pennsylvania weddings.
3990 (USD)
A black and white portrait of William West - A Documentary Wedding Photographer

With a documentary approach, William employs visual storytelling to create stunning and genuine wedding photographs. His professional and diverse skills, including business development, graphic design, and art, allow him to capture the essence of each unique love story in a...

William West

in New Jersey, US *Now booking Pennsylvania weddings.
3850 (USD)
Studio portrait of Columbus Ohio wedding photographer Monty Soungpradith

Monty Soungpradith, an Ohio-based wedding photographer, blends his love for storytelling and visuals with a documentary approach. He captures honest, meaningful moments while remaining unobtrusive.

Monty Soungpradith

Columbus in Ohio, US *Now booking Pennsylvania weddings.
4500 (USD)
Alexandra Nurthen, wedding photographer of ALN IMAGES

Having honed her skills as a wedding photojournalist, Alexandra Nurthen possesses a captivating ability to immortalize genuine human moments.

Alexandra Nurthen

Annapolis in Maryland, US *Now booking Pennsylvania weddings.
6000 (USD)
Emie McGee wedding photography studio - Emie's Photo LLC

Emie McGee is a Lynchburg, USA-based wedding photographer, specializing in creating timeless photos and developing a unique editing style inspired by film photography. With photo experience since 2018, she is here to make your wedding day stress-free.

Emie McGee

Lynchburg in Virginia, US *Now booking Pennsylvania weddings.
3200 (USD)
Chris Rusanowsky self portrait of a wedding photographer in black and white

Chris Rusanowsky, a seasoned documentary wedding photographer, travels across the US to capture the unscripted moments that unfold during weddings. His images artfully document the love, joy, and connection between couples.

Chris Rusanowsky

Northlake in Texas, US *Now booking Pennsylvania weddings.
2500 (USD)
Rylan Lott Wedding Photographer: Expertly documenting the romance, laughter, and tears of your special day with skill and artistry.

Rylan Earle-Lott is a skilled wedding photographer based in the Greater Philadelphia area. Specializing in a photojournalistic style, Rylan's work captures authentic connections and candid moments. With a background in fine arts and a keen eye for detail, Rylan excels...

Rylan Earle-Lott

Westampton in New Jersey, US *Now booking Pennsylvania weddings.
3650 (USD)

1 more photographers available for your wedding...

999 US Dollar

PA Documentary Wedding Photos | Editorial, Corporate, News, Fashion: William Thomas Cain

Jamison in Pennsylvania, United States

CAPTURING 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...

Map of Wedding Photojournalists Serving Pennsylvania Couples

Pennsylvania Wedding, Elopement and Engagement Images by WPJA Photographers

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

Bride and groom share a sweet moment as they cut into their wedding cake at The Woods At Eisler Farms in Butler, PA, showcasing a blend of anticipation and joy on their special day as they carefully slice into their decadent treat.
A romantic image taken on a wedding day at Hi-Level Golf Course in Kossuth, PA, where a couple is sharing a tender kiss amidst lush green foliage before heading back to their reception.
A romantic silhouette image as the bride and groom dance together at the historic Summit Inn Resort in Farmington, PA, captured during a lively wedding evening in the setting sun.
Engagement portrait of a couple by a Pittsburgh wedding photographer on Panther Hollow Bridge, PA at sunset, showcasing their love in an artistic embrace as the sun sets behind them.
A creative silhouette portrait of a couple at their engagement session in Longwood Gardens, with a decorated archway and fountains in the background.
A black and white indoor shot captures the anticipation as the bride waits for the signal to join the wedding ceremony at Abington Art Center in Jenkintown, Pennsylvania.
In a picturesque setting at Hi-Level Golf Course, Kossuth, PA, a wedding unfolds amidst a moody atmosphere, with soft lighting and a layer of fog creating a captivating scene.
Award-winning wedding portrait captures the romance as the bride and groom joyfully pose amidst a picturesque snowfall. The grandeur of Mellon Institute adds a timeless charm to the captivating black and white scene.
The bride gracefully walks herself down the aisle at Heinz Chapel in Pittsburgh, PA. The historic church serves as a grand backdrop for this beautiful wedding ceremony.
Wedding guests become part of the stunning barn backdrop at Irons Mill Farmstead in New Wilmington, PA. The sun shines on their faces during the ceremony, captured in beautiful black and white.
Dormont Rec Center in PA sets the stage for a unique wedding ceremony. The bride, groom, and their daughter exchange vows, with the Elvis impersonator's famous jacket stealing the spotlight in this award-winning artistic photograph.
A couple celebrates their marriage in a peaceful field at the Avenue in Sarver, PA. The groom joyfully lifts his bride, enveloped in the warm glow of sunlight, creating a romantic wedding day portrait.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How can couples find reviews of Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania wedding photographers for their own wedding.
Q: Who are the best Pennsylvania wedding photographers for small elopements?
A: The WPJA is proud to have some of the top Pennsylvania 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 top-ranked Pennsylvania wedding photographers?
A: The WPJA created the original wedding photographer ranking systems. Our innovative system is based on contest winning points, meaning that the Pennsylvania 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.
WPJA Communiqué: Featured Wedding Photography Articles
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RAVES, REVIEWS, AND Pennsylvania WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER RECOMMENDATIONS

Meg and Matt

Photo by Kevin Quinlan

You really outdid yourself, I've gotten so many compliments. They really are fantastic!,

Eve & Daniel

Photo by Edward Dye

Hi Edward, You are great to work with. You captured really amazing moments throughout the wedding, and one of the best qualities of your work was your ability to use natural light to make everything look romantic and outstandingly beautiful. You always responded promptly to all emails and arrived early to the wedding; overall, very reliable, reasonable, and extremely talented!

Grounds for Sculpture, Princeton, NJ wedding image in black and white of the couple cutting their cake

Tanya & Pete

Photo by William West

Thank you so much William! I just took a quick spin through and they are beautiful! Again, super big thank you. Pete and I know how early you came and how late you worked and we REALLY appreciate it. The pictures are beautiful and it's so wonderful having these moments captured forever. You were a pleasure to work with and I plan to recommend you to anyone who asks.