Massachusetts Wedding Photographers

Massachusetts Wedding Photographers

Our Massachusetts photographers also provide documentary-style coverage in: Boston, Worcester, Berkshires, Springfield, Lowell, Cambridge, Quincy, Cape Cod, Martha's Vineyard, Nantucket, New England

Massachusetts Wedding Photography, Engagement Photo Sessions + Elopements

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

Recent WPJA WedElope Story Awards

Massachusetts Photographers for Large or Small Weddings

Shooting an elopement or small Massachusetts 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 fast, justice of the peace, town 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.

36 Massachusetts Wedding Photographers...

New England wedding event coverage, engagement portraits and elopement photography by Simi Rabinowitz

Simi Rabinowitz, a wedding photojournalist from New England, USA, captures heartfelt moments with an inconspicuous, journalistic style, allowing couples to relive their unforgettable day through unique and natural images.

2700 (USD)
Engagement sessions and wedding photography by Alex Gordias of New England

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.

3500 (USD)
Portrait of Wedding Photographer Alex Paul

Taking a documentary approach to his storytelling, Alex Paul, a visual artist, documents life with a camera as a New England-based professional wedding photographer with over 250 destination weddings under his belt.

4500 (USD)
Ben Schaefer Engagement and Wedding Images

Ben Schaefer is a New England-based photographer known for his documentary approach to storytelling through visuals. From capturing love-filled moments to showcasing authenticity, he utilizes a Leica camera system to create stunning images that recount the essence of the...

4800 (USD)
Boston wedding and elopement photography by Kayla Rice of the Massachusetts FPJA

Armed with a solid foundation in photojournalism, Kayla Rice is a talented wedding photojournalist who captures candid moments of love and joy.

3800 (USD)
New England wedding and elopement photography by Christine Hochkeppel

Based in New England, Christine Hochkeppel is an experienced wedding photographer with a decade of experience shooting weddings and has worked for various publications such as the Worcester Telegram & Gazette, Cape Cod Times, and the Boston Globe.

3675 (USD)
Portrait of Ewerton Decastro, a wedding photographer of Decastro Photo Studio

With a documentary approach to his work, Ewerton Decastro, a wedding photographer from New England USA, combines his artistic flair and technical expertise to create visually stunning images that tell a compelling story.

4000 (USD)
Massachusetts Couple Portraits by Wedding Photographer Katie Kaizer

In her work as a documentary wedding photographer based in Massachusetts and Rhode Island, Katie Kaizer combines her background in photojournalism with her talents as a visual storyteller. She is passionate about capturing the moments that make each couple's wedding...

8500 (USD)
Studio portrait of New England small wedding and elopement photographer Nicole Chan

New England-based wedding photographer, Nicole Chan, takes a documentary approach in capturing life through her camera lens. With a focus on storytelling and creating visually stunning images, she captures authentic moments while providing timeline + family-wrangling...

6000 (USD)
Portrait of New England Wedding Photographer Connie Miller of studioatticus

Connie Adams, a New England-based wedding photographer, has gained recognition for her journalistic style. With over 250 weddings in her portfolio, she has been featured in notable publications such as O Magazine, Brides Boston Magazine, and The Knot Magazine.

6600 (USD)

Hugue Robert Marsan is a visual storyteller and journalistic-style photographer hailing from Haiti. Since 2003, he has been skillfully capturing the essence of his environment, breathing life into each moment he encounters through the lens of his camera.

2550 (USD)
Lifestye portrait of Boston wedding photographer Channing Johnson, of the Massachusetts WPJA

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...

4300 (USD)
Lifestyle portrait of Annalee Durland-Jones, a Boston, MA Wedding Photographer

Annalee Durland-Jones is a wedding photographer based in New England, specializing in authentic and sentimental moments. She discovered her passion for photography in high school and fell in love with capturing love stories. With a focus on storytelling, Annalee aims to...

6000 (USD)
Lifestyle portrait of Cape Cod wedding photographer Lisa Elizabeth Gallagher of the Massachusetts WPJA

Lisa Gallagher, a highly experienced Cape Cod wedding photographer, has a strong belief in capturing moments as they happen, authentically and meaningfully, enabling couples to cherish their memories for years to come. Her unobtrusive style focuses on staying in the...

4000 (USD)
Matthew Cavanaugh, New England Wedding Photojournalist

With a keen eye for storytelling, Matthew Cavanaugh is a wedding photojournalist based in New England. Having documented historic moments, including President Obama's election and inauguration, his work has graced the pages of influential publications like The New York...

3500 (USD)
Portrait of Wedding and Elopement Photographer Megan Hannah

Megan Hannah, a New England, USA wedding photographer, lives in Vermont with her husband, two cats, and backyard chickens. Since 2012, she has captured over 100 weddings, working alongside her husband in a documentary-style approach.

Megan Hannah

Lincoln in Vermont, US *Now booking Massachusetts weddings.
6500 (USD)
Engagement, Wedding and Elopement Photographer for New England, Andy Madea

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.

Andy Madea

Waitsfield in Vermont, US *Now booking Massachusetts weddings.
8000 (USD)
Portrait of Wedding Photographer Jacob Hannah

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.

Jacob Hannah

Lincoln in Vermont, US *Now booking Massachusetts weddings.
6500 (USD)
Canada wedding and elopement photographer Esther Gibbons

Esther Gibbons takes a documentary approach to wedding day storytelling through her visual captures of authentic moments. With a camera in hand, she immerses herself in the emotions and experiences of her subjects, capturing their love and genuine moments.

Esther Gibbons

Montreal in Quebec, CA *Now booking Massachusetts weddings.
3600 (CAD)
New England wedding photography by Oliver Parini

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,...

Oliver Parini

Burlington in Vermont, US *Now booking Massachusetts weddings.
4000 (USD)
Lifestyle portrait of Wedding Photojournalist Siri Jones

Siri Jones, a seasoned wedding photographer based in Midcoast Maine, skillfully captures emotional moments. Inspired by diverse experiences, she freezes memories with a unique perspective. Specializing in documentary photography, Siri beautifully documents celebrations in...

Siri Jones

Camden in Maine, US *Now booking Massachusetts weddings.
4700 (USD)
Wenjie Han is an engagement and wedding photographer for NY

With a documentary approach and a passion for visual storytelling, Will Han captures life's genuine moments of love. As a wedding photographer, he uses his camera to authentically document the emotions and experiences of couples.

Wenjie Han

Long Island City in New York, US *Now booking Massachusetts weddings.
3000 (USD)
Portland Maine wedding photography by Brittany Bugaj

Two Adventurous Souls, led by Brittany Bugaj and Dean, a brilliant documentary wedding photographer duo, have mastered the art of capturing the authentic essence of couples, their loved ones, and the stunning landscapes that serve as their wedding canvas.

Brittany Bugaj

Old Orchard Beach in Maine, US *Now booking Massachusetts weddings.
4900 (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 Massachusetts weddings.
3500 (USD)
Rhode Island and Providence wedding and elopement photography by Kathryn Yeaton

Katie of East Greenwich, RI is the owner and principal wedding photographer of Brave Hearts Photography. With over 5 years of experience and around 100 weddings in her portfolio, Katie's passion for photography began in high school and was rekindled while planning her...

Kathryn Wallace Yeaton

East Greenwich in Rhode Island, US *Now booking Massachusetts weddings.
3000 (USD)
Portsmouth Wedding Photography and Elopements by Eric McCallister, of New Hampshire

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 Massachusetts weddings.
3400 (USD)
New England engagement and wedding photography by Idena Beach

Idena Beach, a photographer hailing from Ukraine, brings an artistic eye to her work, adopting a documentary style to capture the true essence of the human experience. She seeks to go beyond simply showing what it looks like, aiming to also convey what it feels like to be...

Idena Beach

Bennington in Vermont, US *Now booking Massachusetts weddings.
6700 (USD)
Portrait of Wedding Photographer Sarah Priestap

Sarah Priestap, a visual storyteller and photographer based in New England, USA, approaches her work in a journalistic style. With a degree in Photojournalism from Rochester Institute of Technology and years of experience alongside her partner, Sarah expertly captures...

Sarah Priestap

Tunbridge in Vermont, US *Now booking Massachusetts weddings.
3500 (USD)
Portrait of Wedding Photographer David Butler II

New England wedding photographer David Butler II has specialized in documentary style wedding photography for over a decade. His esteemed portfolio includes portraiture, news and sports photography, and his work has been featured in outlets such as Sports Illustrated, ESPN...

David Butler II

Somers in Connecticut, US *Now booking Massachusetts weddings.
2800 (USD)

Geoff Hansen, a New England based wedding photographer since 1994, has been documenting life since age 13 in South Dakota and holds journalism credentials from the University of Minnesota. His passion for photojournalism creates candid and timeless wedding images.

Geoff Hansen

Tunbridge in Vermont, US *Now booking Massachusetts weddings.
1500 (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 Massachusetts weddings.
2500 (USD)
Studio portrait of New England wedding photographer Blake Thomas

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 Massachusetts weddings.
3200 (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 Massachusetts weddings.
6000 (USD)
New England wedding photojournalism and lifestyle portraits by Joanna Banks-Morgan

Joanna Banks-Morgan is a highly skilled wedding photographer based in Vermont, with a background in journalism and film. She studied Journalism, Film, and Television at Cardiff University in Wales, and gained experience working at Westcountry Television and HTV Wales...

Joanna Banks Morgan

Brandon in Vermont, US *Now booking Massachusetts weddings.
6450 (USD)
Lifestyle portrait of wedding photographer Tom Waldenberg

Tom Waldenberg is a wedding photographer based in the Eastern U.S., passionate about capturing beautiful, genuine moments for couples. Tom loves playing guitar for bands and tending to his garden.

Tom Waldenberg

Raleigh in North Carolina, US *Now booking Massachusetts weddings.
3000 (USD)
Documentary Wedding Photographer Peter Greeno

Peter Greeno is a portrait and wedding photographer with a photojournalistic approach. He began his photography journey in the darkroom near Kodak's old headquarters, experimenting with black and white and color film while working with the Forest Service across the US...

Peter Greeno

Biddeford in Maine, US *Now booking Massachusetts weddings.
4900 (USD)

1 more photographers available for your wedding...

3500 US Dollar

Autumn Bliss Photography of York County, Maine: Autumn Wells

Sanford in Maine, United States

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Map of Wedding Photojournalists Serving Massachusetts Couples

Massachusetts Wedding, Elopement and Engagement Images by WPJA Photographers

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

A beautiful moment of a bride bravely walking down the aisle during a stormy day, with loved ones sheltering her under umbrellas at a private residence wedding in Nantucket, MA.
In a private residence in Brookline, MA, this engagement portrait captures a couple sharing a kiss on their patio, overlooking the city from a tower.
At their Brookline, MA home, a couple and their dog pose on the couch for a cozy engagement portrait capturing the essence of their love and companionship.
In Olmsted Park, Brookline, MA, a happy couple shares a minute of joy on a park bench near their home, captured in a sweet engagement portrait.
A heartwarming moment captured at a backyard wedding in Watertown, Massachusetts as the bride's brother joyfully photobombs the couple's romantic kiss, adding a touch of fun to the wedding image.
Wedding day captured at Swampscott, MA venue: Newlyweds share a sweet minute inside a classic car following Greek Orthodox ceremony.
Captured in Bourne, Massachusetts, this engagement portrait showcases a couple in a joyful mid-air jump in their backyard, with nature enhancing their energy.
At Grays' Beach in Yarmouth Port, Massachusetts, this portrait captures the engaged couple's joyful connection as they embrace tenderly on a tranquil boardwalk at sunset.
A picturesque wedding ceremony at Willowdale Estate in Topsfield, Massachusetts, in warm sunlight against a beautiful blue sky, with guests seated and watching the enchanting scene unfold.
A heartwarming black and white photo from a Hyannis, MA wedding captures a touching moment between a bride and her father, showcasing the emotional bond and connection shared on this special day.
An enchanting moment at Overbook House in Bourne, Massachusetts: the bride's infectious laughter echoes through the forested path, her bouquet catching the eye, as her partner emerges in the background, setting the tone for their romantic journey.
Golden hour union captured at Independence Harbor in Freetown, MA – A couple exchanging vows against the radiant sun, their silhouettes etched against the sky in a serene wedding ceremony.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How can couples find reviews of Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts wedding photographers for their own wedding.
Q: Who are the best Massachusetts wedding photographers for small elopements?
A: The WPJA is proud to have some of the top Massachusetts 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: Can a wedding photojournalist create artistic portraits on my Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts wedding photographers who have earned Artistic Guild awards for portrait and detail images.
WPJA Communiqué: Featured Wedding Photography Articles
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RAVES, REVIEWS, AND Massachusetts WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER RECOMMENDATIONS

Wedding photography of the Ceremony at the Groom's home in Madaket on Nantucket Island

Rochelle and Ryan

Photo by Katie Kaizer

Katie, First card for you! Many thanks for your professionalism. The formals are perfect...grasses made a great backdrop. Everyone loves the photo of Ry and Ro in the Madaket grasses and the release of the petals...even more special are the candids, me with my precious Chris and Nolan. "Scotty the body" dancing with everyone and the tender moments...the hugs, kisses and love. Thank you for memorializing these. Love, Carol Mother of the Groom

Bride and groom kissing at their rooftop garden wedding ceremony in Montreal, Quebec - Santropol Roulant

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.

Wedding Ceremony Photography at the First Congregational Church - Nantucket, MA

Jenna and Brandon

Photo by Katie Kaizer

Dear Katie, It is difficult to put down on paper how much gratitude we feel about the entire experience. This has been one truly amazing year! It is not lost son us how incredibly fortunate we are to have had our love story captured so beautifully by someone who started as a photographer and ended up being an amazing friend! Brandon and I are so grateful for your kindness, caring and genuine heart. You have truly made this entire experience magical. Your talent truly shines through the lens and each photo is more beautiful than the next. Your ability to capture feelings and emotions puts you above the rest. Everything from our weekend was perfect. Thank you for taking this journey with us. Thank you for your support and love. We are so honored to know you Katie. You're simply the best. Thank you for absolutely everything! All our love, Jenna and Brandon