Texas - Southern Wedding Photographers

Texas - Southern Wedding Photographers

Our Texas - Southern photographers also provide documentary-style coverage in: San Antonio, Houston, Corpus Christi, Laredo, Brownsville, McAllen

Texas - Southern Wedding Photography, Engagement Photo Sessions + Elopements

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

Recent WPJA WedElope Story Awards

Texas - Southern Photographers for Large or Small Weddings

Shooting an elopement or small Texas - Southern 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 small, secret, justice of the peace, 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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15 Texas - Southern Wedding Photographers...

Philip Thomas is a wedding photojournalist with over two decades of experience, known for his journalistic style and for capturing moments on a couple's big day. With a background in shooting local news, models, and actors, Philip's expertise shines through in his...

Philip Thomas

San Antonio in Texas, US *Now booking Texas - Southern weddings.
4500 (USD)
Houston wedding photographer Hy Le of the Texas WPJA

Hy Le

Houston in Texas, US *Now booking Texas - Southern weddings.
3000 (USD)
San Antonio wedding photography by Kelly Williams of the Texas WPJA

Kelly Williams, a documentary-style wedding photographer from San Antonio, is self-taught with a background in art history and Renaissance studies. Her photography journey began after leaving a career in screenwriting and the financial world. Kelly welcomes the chance to...

Kelly Williams

San Antonio in Texas, US *Now booking Texas - Southern weddings.
400/hour (USD)

Morgan Lynn Razi is an internationally acclaimed wedding photographer, renowned for her trendsetting style and warm, caring personality. Highly sought after worldwide, she travels the world, capturing wedding photos for clients of all types.

Morgan Lynn Razi

Houston in Texas, US *Now booking Texas - Southern weddings.
15500 (USD)
Texas wedding photography by Alexandre Grand

With a documentary style, Houston wedding photographer Alexandre Grand intricately weaves together the elements of nature, music, and movies to create an emotional story for each marriage he photographs.

Alexandre Grand

Houston in Texas, US *Now booking Texas - Southern weddings.
4000 (USD)
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.

Liam Gordon

Colorado Springs in Colorado, US *Now booking Texas - Southern weddings.
3500 (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.

Gretchen Troop

Boulder in Colorado, US *Now booking Texas - Southern weddings.
3000 (USD)
Wedding photography and elopements by Ray Iavasile of Michigan

Ray Anthony Iavasile is a Michigan based wedding photographer renowned for his documentary style and passion to capture the "decisive moment". He has ranked in the Top 50 wedding photojournalists worldwide and is the premier wedding photojournalist for Michigan.

Ray Iavasile

Birmingham in Michigan, US *Now booking Texas - Southern weddings.
3000 (USD)

Robert Walker, an accomplished wedding photographer residing in Dallas, is recognized for his documentary approach and storytelling skills. With over 17 years of experience in Texas and California, his visual work showcases the narratives behind each couple's wedding...

Robert Walker

Dallas in Texas, US *Now booking Texas - Southern weddings.
2400 (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 Texas - Southern weddings.
2100 (USD)
Bill McCullough Wedding Photography

Bill McCullough is an American wedding photographer. He is self-taught, with his work published in many esteemed publications. His wedding work has been purchased for museums and was chosen as a Fotofest discovery in 2012.

Bill McCullough

Austin in Texas, US *Now booking Texas - Southern weddings.
2550 (USD)
Weddings, engagements and elopement photography by Kevin Kienitz

Kevin Kienitz

Aurora in Illinois, US *Now booking Texas - Southern weddings.
3000 (USD)
Portrait of Katharine Green from Katie Corinne Wedding Photography Studio

Katharine Green, an experienced Colorado wedding photojournalist, has been expertly capturing love-filled moments for over a decade, specializing in wedding, engagement, and proposal photography alongside her associate, Jamie.

Katharine Green

Monument in Colorado, US *Now booking Texas - Southern weddings.
3000 (USD)
Louisiana wedding photography by Robin Lancon

As a respected documentary wedding photographer, Robin Lancon is experienced in capturing authentic and intimate moments. Available for weddings and events worldwide, based in Ponchatoula.

Robin Lancon

Ponchatoula in Louisiana, US *Now booking Texas - Southern weddings.
700 (USD)
Lifestyle portrait of Evie Felts, a wedding and elopement photographer

Evie Felts transitioned from teaching Spanish to wedding photography, now capturing intimate moments worldwide for 5 years. Based in Mancos, Colorado, she enjoys outdoor activities and homesteading with her family.

Evie Felts

Mancos in Colorado, US *Now booking Texas - Southern weddings.
3000 (USD)

Map of Wedding Photojournalists Serving Texas - Southern Couples

Wedding Venue Pictures by Texas - Southern Wedding Photographers

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Texas - Southern Wedding, Elopement and Engagement Images by WPJA Photographers

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

Captured in Houston, Texas, this intimate engagement session showcases a couple's passionate embrace against a natural backdrop, just before sunset, beautifully photographed by a creative and artistic Houston wedding photographer.
Guests at a wedding reception in Houston, TX, were seen attempting to intoxicate the bride by pouring alcohol into her mouth during a lively celebration at the venue
The couple had an engagement session in Mercer Botanic Gardens, relishing in the tall grass and the beautiful flowers
The couple posed for their relaxed save-the-date engagement announcement portrait in the library of Hotel Valencia, San Antonio, Texas
An engaged couple posed for their save-the-date engagement announcement portrait in a starkly lit hallway at Hotel Valencia in San Antonio, Texas
At the Rice Hotel in Houston, the wedding ceremony is marked with a traditional pithi ritual where eggs, milk, and ketchup are thrown at the groom
The bride had a blast at the Southern Texas reception venue, taking shots straight from the bottle with her guests
In Houston Texas, at a Home Tea Ceremony, elder family members take part
At a Southern Texas tea ceremony, a couple walked under a red gauntlet of raised arms of their bridal party in celebration
San Antonio couple poses for fun portraits at the Riverwalk to announce their engagement with the girl looking at camera
BW San Antonio wedding image from Texas of Bride and bridesmaid boarding a limo bus showing bride in reflection
Houston wedding planning picture ideas - Texas photography showing a beautiful view from venues roof top with backlight

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How can couples find Texas - Southern photographers for pre-wedding engagement portraits?
A: The WPJA issues Diamond Awards for Texas - Southern 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: Can a wedding photojournalist create artistic portraits on my Texas - Southern wedding day?
A: While wedding photojournalists strive to capture candid moments on the wedding day, our photographers also are skilled artists who can compose powerful portraits. If you have a specific vision of what types of images you want from your wedding day, look at the top-ranked Texas - Southern wedding photographers who have earned Artistic Guild awards for portrait and detail images.
Q: How can couples find reviews of Texas - Southern 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 Texas - Southern wedding photographers for their own wedding.
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RAVES, REVIEWS, AND Texas - Southern WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER RECOMMENDATIONS

Kirsten & João

Photo by Kelly Williams

“We were sooo excited and happy with your beautiful photos! We were impressed with how well you captured us and our connection....And we had such a fun time during the photo shoot and you made us feel very comfortable. Thanks again for helping us capture these memories. We are excited about having you there with us at our wedding.”

Houston, Texas wedding couple image from a live video conference call

Bethany + Jake

Photo by Philip Thomas

Philip, Thank you so much for being part of our wedding day! I am so grateful for how comfortable and relaxed you made us all feel and for your commitment to making our day was captured authentically. Our wedding didn't look how we originally thought but you helped ensure that it was just a as special. We are forever grateful! Wishing you all the best. - Bethany and Jake

Julianne & Matt

Photo by Kelly Williams

“Thank you again for everything yesterday. So many people came up to us and commented that you were great to work with, and it was evident how much effort you were putting in to getting the perfect shots. We appreciated that you were not only ready for any photography situation, but also fully prepared for any potential wedding/bridal issues.”