Manhattan Wedding Photographers

Manhattan Wedding Photographers

Our Manhattan photographers also provide documentary-style coverage in: NoHo, SoHo, DUMBO, Hudson Yards, TriBeCa, Upper East Side, Upper West Side, Central Park, Washington Heights, Midtown, Chelsea, West Village, East Village, Gramercy, Greenwich Village, Little Italy, Chinatown, Harlem, Battery Park, Nolita, Flatiron District, Murray Hill, Kips Bay, Hell’s Kitchen, Ellis Island, Governors Island, Liberty Island, Randalls and Wards Islands, Roosevelt Island

Manhattan Wedding Photography, Engagement Photo Sessions + Elopements

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

Recent WPJA WedElope Story Awards

Manhattan Photographers for Large or Small Weddings

Shooting an elopement or small Manhattan 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.

New York City - Metro WPJA members are ready to document any themed, city hall, pop-up, 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.

View Award-Winning Pictures from Manhattan Wedding Venues

9 Manhattan Wedding Photographers...

Wedding photography by Tim D. Yun

When Tim D. Yun encountered his first DSLR camera, he was so captivated he decided to make photography his profession. During his training with top photographers, he discovered the real meaning of being a wedding photographer: a storyteller whose images immortalize love,...

Tim D. Yun

New York in New York, US *Now booking Manhattan weddings.
4000 (USD)
Casey Fatchett Wedding Photography

Casey Fatchett, a wedding photojournalist in the NYC metro area, captures moments with his journalistic style. With a background in theater and music, his photography is filled with passion and emotions.

Casey Fatchett

New York in New York, US *Now booking Manhattan weddings.
3300 (USD)
Portrait of Maria Hunter, Wedding and Elopement Photographer

Maria Hunter is a wedding photographer for New York and Connecticut. She acquired a degree in art with an emphasis in photography and furthered her studies under portrait photographers. Since 2002, she has uniquely captured weddings and families with a blend of...

Maria Hunter

New York in New York, US *Now booking Manhattan weddings.
4195 (USD)
Wedding photography by Edward Dye

Edward Dye is a photographer specializing in multicultural weddings. With a documentary approach and a focus on storytelling through visual elements, Edward captures honest moments with his unobtrusive and diverse skills.

Edward Dye

New York City in New York, US *Now booking Manhattan weddings.
3990 (USD)
Xiaoqi Li - Artistic wedding and engagement photographer

Xiaoqi Li is a destination wedding photographer who is dedicated to capturing the genuine and meaningful moments of couples' special days. With a deep appreciation for the importance of photographs in preserving memories, she aims to provide peace of mind to her...

Xiaoqi Li

Charlottesville in Virginia, US *Now booking Manhattan weddings.
0 (USD)
Wenjie Han is an engagement and wedding photographer for NY

Will is a documentary wedding photographer is available for destinations throughout the Northeast and beyond. Will earned his Bachelor's degree in Photography at China Academe of Art and two Master's degrees in Fine Art.

Wenjie Han

Long Island City in New York, US *Now booking Manhattan weddings.
3000 (USD)

Marta Buso, an accomplished Italian wedding photographer born in 1978 in Venice, takes a documentary approach to her work. With a focus on authentic storytelling, she uses her camera to capture the essence of life's most beautiful moments, while maintaining an...

Marta Buso

Venezia in Venezia, IT *Now booking Manhattan weddings.
1600 (EUR)
Jason Kaczorowski, Destination Wedding Photography - USA

Jason Kaczorowski is an experienced destination wedding photographer with over 18 years in the field and over 650 weddings captured. He specializes in capturing powerful relationship moments and creating memories that will last a lifetime.

Jason Kaczorowski

Chicago in Illinois, US *Now booking Manhattan weddings.
3900 (USD)
Travel and destination wedding & elopement photography by Kathryn Cooper

Kathryn Cooper, a wedding photographer based in New York and California, specializes in adventurous and unique celebrations. With a background in travel photography and a love for outdoor activities, she captures personalized moments for diverse couples worldwide.

Kathryn Cooper

Pleasant Valley in New York, US *Now booking Manhattan weddings.
3600 (USD)

Map of Wedding Photojournalists Serving Manhattan Couples

Manhattan Wedding, Elopement and Engagement Images by WPJA Photographers

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

A  documentary-style wedding detail photograph taken at the Battery in Manhattan, New York, showcasing the vibrant colors and intricate details of a Hindu wedding ceremony.
Bride and groom joyfully seated on chairs while guests perform the horah dance during the reception at Capitale in Manhattan, New York.
Bride in wedding gown living her dream, dancing with hands overhead on a crowded dance floor at The Pierre Hotel in Manhattan, New York. Time to party!
West Village engagement announcement photo idea in Manhattan, NYC with the groom Drawing something on her cheek with his nose
SoHo post proposal photography showing a smiling New York couple taking a walk on the streets in the sunlight
A top NYC wedding photojournalism example from a beautiful Manhattan event venue as guests and the bridal party are Dancing the night away
Manhattan Kansas Univerity Campus garden engagement image of a couple in a greenhouse
Central Park Pre-wedding of a NYC couple portrait-session in Manhattan having an Intimate minute together in the garden
SoHo, Manhattan, New York City environmental engagement e-session of a couple surrounded with graffiti
Manhattan, NY Artful Engagement Picture right after a surprise proposal
Engagement Photo Sessions | Manhattan, New York City - Let's go ride a bike!
New York City engagement photographer: Hide in Manhattan is not easy. If you want to kiss her find a hiding spot. The artwork behind says "The city of dreams"

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How can couples find top-ranked Manhattan wedding photographers?
A: The WPJA created the original wedding photographer ranking systems. Our innovative system is based on contest winning points, meaning that the Manhattan 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: Can a wedding photojournalist create artistic portraits on my Manhattan 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 Manhattan wedding photographers who have earned Artistic Guild awards for portrait and detail images.
Q: How can couples find Manhattan photographers for pre-wedding engagement portraits?
A: The WPJA issues Diamond Awards for Manhattan 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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Everyone always says that your wedding day is all about you. But let’s face it; that’s not always actually the case. Many couples stress over guest lists, planning, expenses, and all the frills and traditions of your standard large wedding that they may or may not even be...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
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 Manhattan WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER RECOMMENDATIONS

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!

Alina & William

Photo by Edward Dye

Hi Ed, From start to finish, our experience with you for our wedding photography was incredibly pleasant and easy! You are so great to work; you have great professionalism and skills. We are so pleased we chose you as the photographer for our big day–we’ve heard nothing but rave reviews of our photos since. You captured our magical weekend beautifully and our only regret is that we didn’t hire you for our rehearsal dinner as well! We want to thank you for capturing our wedding day and night so beautifully and allowing us to relive it over & over again through photos!

Stephanie & Shawn

Photo by Edward Dye

Hi Edward, Having you as our wedding photographer was one of the best choices we made for our wedding day! You are not only professional, reliable, and prompt in your correspondence, you creates absolutely stunning photographic compositions. You captured the natural beauty of the moments on our special day. You artistically crafted the lighting and contrast to make each photo exude magic, in your unique style. You captured each shot that we desired. You will get the right angle AT ALL COSTS! And this means that he will jump, step, climb- even dash into the street… whatever you needs to do to get the right shot! All my wedding guests were captured in the shots, and this was quite a feat, considering how many people attended! Also, trust in your artistic vision, as you can make the most cluttered of backgrounds into something absolutely spectacular! You are so talented with your craft, and knowledgeable about your equipment and matches the photographic environment with the required lens and lighting. We were given quite a few preview photos a day or two after the wedding, and the rest of the shots came in a few weeks later. Overall, we were beyond satisfied to have you to photograph our wedding!