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
Vermont Wedding Photographers
Vermont Wedding Photographers
Our Vermont photographers also provide documentary-style coverage in: Burlington, Rutland, Brattleboro, Stratton, Killington, Stowe, New England
Vermont Wedding Photography, Engagement Photo Sessions + Elopements
Intimate Wedding Photography in Vermont - Capturing the Joy of Small Celebrations - Discover the best Vermont 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 Vermont 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, Vermont documentary wedding photographers available right now who understand that some weddings and elopements can’t wait. Find yours today!
Recent WPJA WedElope Story Awards
Vermont Photographers for Large or Small Weddings
Shooting an elopement or small Vermont 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 pop-up, courthouse, 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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22 Vermont Wedding Photographers...
Megan Hannah, a visual storyteller and wedding photographer based in Vermont, USA, has been capturing the heartfelt moments of love since 2012. Working alongside her husband, she employs a journalistic style to document weddings.
6500 (USD)
Andy Madea, a New England wedding photojournalist, combines his passion for the outdoors with his photography. A lover of mountains and coastal waters, he now resides in Vermont with his wife and furball pup.
8000 (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)
Oliver Parini is a New England wedding photographer with over a decade of experience, also specializing in editorial and commercial photography for top publications such as The New York Times, The Washington Post, and The Boston Globe. When not capturing special moments,...
4000 (USD)
In her photographic practice, Idena Beach combines a journalistic approach with a creative vision to capture the authentic human experience. With a cultural inclination towards bluntness and assertiveness, Beach's work explores the depths of human emotion, showcasing...
6700 (USD)
Sarah Priestap is a wedding photographer in New England, USA. With second-generation experience, her degree in Photojournalism from the Rochester Institute of Technology, and years of practice with her partner, Jeff Porter, Sarah has been capturing weddings for a number of...
3500 (USD)
Geoff Hansen, with a documentary approach and a focus on storytelling through visual imagery, has been documenting life since age 13. Holding journalism credentials from the University of Minnesota, Geoff's passion for visual storytelling allows him to create...
1500 (USD)
Based in Vermont, Joanna Banks-Morgan is a highly skilled wedding photographer with a background in journalism and film. She studied at Cardiff University and gained valuable experience at Westcountry Television. Since 2008, Joanna has been dedicated to capturing couples...
6450 (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.
Alex Gordias
Boston in Massachusetts, US *Now booking Vermont weddings.3500 (USD)
Alex Paul is a New England-based professional wedding photographer with over 250 destination weddings to his name, including locations such as Italy, Greece, Switzerland, Montenegro, Thailand, Hungary, Czech Republic and Iceland.
Alex Paul
Boston in Massachusetts, US *Now booking Vermont weddings.4500 (USD)
In his role as a visual storyteller, Ben Schaefer employs a journalistic style to capture authentic moments, particularly during weddings. Using a Leica camera system, he showcases his attention to detail and care in capturing the special day.
Ben Schaefer
Arlington in Massachusetts, US *Now booking Vermont weddings.4800 (USD)
Armed with a solid foundation in photojournalism, Kayla Rice is a talented wedding photojournalist who captures candid moments of love and joy.
Kayla Rice
West Roxbury in Massachusetts, US *Now booking Vermont weddings.3800 (USD)
Esther Gibbons is a visual storyteller who specializes in capturing real moments in a journalistic style. With her down-to-earth approach and impeccable timing, she puts couples at ease and tells their unique love stories through her photography.
Esther Gibbons
Montreal in Quebec, CA *Now booking Vermont weddings.3600 (CAD)
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.
Christine Hochkeppel
Osterville in Massachusetts, US *Now booking Vermont weddings.3675 (USD)
Corey Butler is a New England-based wedding photographer driven by nostalgia and his studies of photojournalism. He strives to authentically capture moments for couples, and to preserve them by looking back and saying 'this is how things actually happened.'
Corey Butler
South Portland in Maine, US *Now booking Vermont weddings.450/hour (USD)
Sarah V. Martinez, a visual storyteller with a journalistic style, draws from her vast life experiences gained while journeying across the US to capture authentic and meaningful moments at weddings.
Sarah V. Martinez
Dover in New Hampshire, US *Now booking Vermont weddings.5899 (USD)
Siri Jones, a wedding photographer based in Midcoast ME, brings a unique perspective shaped by diverse experiences in Boston, Seattle, and Sydney. Specializing in emotional documentary wedding photography, Siri effortlessly navigates various locations, capturing timeless...
Siri Jones
Camden in Maine, US *Now booking Vermont weddings.4700 (USD)
Eric McCallister, a New Hampshire wedding photographer, began by capturing rock climbers and transitions to emotion-filled weddings. With over 400 weddings since 2008, he focuses on creating images that convey a range of emotions on couples' special days.
Eric McCallister
Somersworth in New Hampshire, US *Now booking Vermont weddings.3400 (USD)
Mark Bolton, an experienced photojournalist with 32 years in the field, infuses his New England newspaper background into wedding photography. His goal is to authentically document couples' days, surpassing traditional shots with candid, naturally unfolding moments...
Mark Bolton
Rochester in New Hampshire, US *Now booking Vermont weddings.2500 (USD)
Channing Johnson is a wedding photographer based in Boston, MA, with a photojournalism degree from a prestigious journalism school. His work has been featured in TIME Magazine, The Wall Street Journal, and U.S. News and World Report. With over 350 weddings captured, he...
Channing Johnson
Melrose in Massachusetts, US *Now booking Vermont weddings.4300 (USD)
As a documentary wedding photographer, Blake Thomas brings a unique perspective to capturing love stories. With a background in firefighting, he has a keen eye for detail and an adventurous spirit, often finding inspiration in the skies as he photographs aircraft.
Blake Thomas
Saratoga Springs in New York, US *Now booking Vermont weddings.3200 (USD)
Celebrated for his authentic storytelling approach, Matthew Cavanaugh is a documentary wedding photographer hailing from New England. Drawing from his experience as a White House photographer, he has skillfully captured significant events such as President Obama's...
Matthew Cavanaugh
Greenfield in Massachusetts, US *Now booking Vermont weddings.3500 (USD)
Map of Wedding Photojournalists Serving Vermont Couples
Wedding Venue Pictures by Vermont Wedding Photographers
Please select a venue below to view all associated contest-winning Vermont wedding photos.
Vermont Wedding, Elopement and Engagement Images by WPJA Photographers
Below are some Vermont wedding photography samples from the world’s best wedding photographers of the WPJA. Some of these Vermont marriage pictures might be artistic portraits, details, or documentary-style images that have come from getting ready sessions, wedding ceremonies, reception venues, or Vermont engagement portrait sessions with couples.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How can couples find top-ranked Vermont wedding photographers?
A: The WPJA created the original wedding photographer ranking systems. Our innovative system is based on contest winning points, meaning that the Vermont 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: How can couples find Vermont photographers for pre-wedding engagement portraits?
A: The WPJA issues Diamond Awards for Vermont 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.
Q: Who are the best Vermont wedding photographers for small elopements?
A: The WPJA is proud to have some of the top Vermont 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
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
Not everyone has a lagoon or glacier next door, but there's no rule saying you can't have a small wedding in the great outdoors. Take advantage of natural sunshine and that open, airy feeling and give your guests some room to breathe! LESS IS MORE Instead of hemming your...Read more
RAVES, REVIEWS, AND Vermont WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER RECOMMENDATIONS
Amy & Chris
Photo by Esther Gibbons
I just teared up watching this. The slideshow is perfect. The song, the mood... it’s all perfect. Thank you so much for everything. We adore the photo albums and all the wonderful photos. It means so much to us, and you’ll help us cherish those memories forever. Thanks again for everything. Yer the best! A gem, truly.
Samantha + Ryan
Photo by Corey Butler
Corey, We can't thank you enough for the amazing work that you did at our wedding. You told a beautiful story through your photos and caught such special moments for us to cherish forever! Thank you for bringing humor, fun, and organization to the day! You were extremely professional, kind, and joyful. Everyone at the wedding party commented on how easy you were to work with, and you truly made our clay smooth, calm, and memorable. The best decision we made was hiring you! Wishing you and your family all the best! Love, Samantha + Ryan
Brandt & Elizabeth
Photo by Corey Butler
Corey, Hiring you as our photographer was absolutely the best decision we could have made for our wedding. We cannot thank you enough for truly bringing our day to life with your photos. We are in love with all of them and could not be happier! Thank you so much!
WPJA contest judges have been recognized by their industry peers, winning top awards as staff picture editors, staff photojournalists, and newsroom mentors while working for these and other leading publications and journalism organizations.
