Oregon Wedding Photographers

Oregon Wedding Photographers

Our Oregon photographers also provide documentary-style coverage in: Portland, Salem, Eugene, Gresham, Hillsboro, Beaverton, Bend, Medford, Corvallis

Oregon Wedding Photography, Engagement Photo Sessions + Elopements

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

Recent WPJA WedElope Story Awards

Oregon Photographers for Large or Small Weddings

Shooting an elopement or small Oregon 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 justice of the peace, quick, 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.

View Award-Winning Pictures from Oregon Wedding Venues

23 Oregon Wedding Photographers...

Maria Newman is a PNW wedding photojournalist with a background in photojournalism. She discovered her love for wedding photography when a friend asked her to photograph her wedding while she was in school.

2500 (USD)
Robert Knapp, Pacific Northwest weddings by Modern Art Photography Studio

A seasoned documentary wedding photographer, Robert Knapp brings his expertise in family portraiture and snowboard photography to capture the most authentic moments. With over 700 weddings in his portfolio, he is passionate about creating genuine photos for couples.

2200 (USD)
Portrait of Amber Depangher of Sightglass Photography Studio

Amber Depangher is a documentary wedding photographer with a vibrant portfolio spanning 20 years. With roots in high school and a leap of faith after college, Amber and her artistic husband form an eclectic duo, delighting clients with their distinct styles.

500/hour (USD)
Color wedding photography by Iris Hu

Iris Hu is a talented wedding photojournalist who travels all over the USA, capturing authentic and emotional moments with a journalistic and lifestyle style. She is inspired by light and creates artistic images that tell a story.

3500 (USD)
Studio portrait of wedding photographer Tanushree Vaidya

Tanushree Vaidya is a traveling destination wedding photographer with experiences across 14 countries, combining previous skills in commerce, hair artistry, portrait photography, and graphic design.

Tanushree Vaidya

Hayward in California, US *Now booking Oregon weddings.
4000 (USD)
Weddings by Chris Shum, Life Photographer

Chris Shum is a wedding, engagement, lifestyle, and family photographer with a lifelong passion for art. With his artistic eye and unobstructive approach, Chris captures the beauty and joy of weddings, creating elegant, storytelling photographs that couples can treasure...

Chris Shum

Sunnyvale in California, US *Now booking Oregon weddings.
4500 (USD)
USA hiking, rock climbing, Adventure Wedding Photographer Traci Edwards

Traci Edwards is a talented wedding photographer, with a background in the arts and extensive experience in wedding logistics. She loves creating an authentic experience for couples to start their marriage off.

Traci Edwards

Maple Falls in Washington, US *Now booking Oregon weddings.
6900 (USD)
Wedding photography of real moments by Leah Moyers

Traveling wedding & elopement photographer Leah Moyers; Fine Arts background; capturing clients authentically; unobtrusive, candid & inclusive style; beautiful, unique work.

Leah Moyers

Sevierville in Tennessee, US *Now booking Oregon weddings.
450/hour (USD)
Jerome Pollos Self Portrait, a wedding and elopement photographer of the WPJA

Jerome, a Navy photojournalist turned wedding photojournalist, takes a documentary approach to his work, using storytelling and visual techniques to capture authentic moments and create a compelling narrative.

Jerome Pollos

Coeur d'Alene in Idaho, US *Now booking Oregon weddings.
2500 (USD)
Pro documentary-style wedding photography by Bradley Hanson

With a background in documentary technique, Bradley Hanson brings a unique storytelling perspective to his photography. Through his keen eye for detail and artistic vision, he captures the essence of each wedding he documents. His work has been featured in magazines and has...

Bradley Hanson

St. Paul in Minnesota, US *Now booking Oregon weddings.
5000 (USD)

Using a documentary approach, Logan Westom brings a storytelling perspective to his work as a visual photographer, capturing the ephemeral moments of couples' special days, Taylor Swift concerts, and newspaper events throughout his extensive career in professional...

Logan Westom

Bremerton in Washington, US *Now booking Oregon weddings.
4000 (USD)
Portrait of Loren Haar, Engagement, Elopement and Wedding Photographer

Loren Haar is a skilled traveling wedding photographer known for capturing authentic and emotional moments. With a background in documenting significant life events, Loren's passion for photography truly blossomed after learning manual mode.

Loren Haar

Ventura in California, US *Now booking Oregon weddings.
2200 (USD)
Engagement, elopement and wedding photography by Samantha Moore of So Many Moments LLC

Samantha Moore is a wedding photojournalist who has a passion for capturing love stories. With years of experience shooting weddings all over the world, she considers it an honor to be chosen as a photographer. Samantha's goal is to create images that will become...

Samantha Moore

Sarasota in Florida, US *Now booking Oregon weddings.
2950 (USD)

Prior to his photography career, Ron Storer raced on the US Cycling Team earning a Gold Medal in the Pan-Am Games and a Silver Medal in the Olympic Trials. His passion for capturing and preserving wedding moments motivates him to provide couples with unique and special...

Ron Storer

Auburn in Washington, US *Now booking Oregon weddings.
2400 (USD)
Wedding and Elopement Photographer Jared Lindsay

In journalistic style, Jared Lindsay, a visual storyteller, has an addiction for capturing authentic and unique moments at small-ish, untraditional weddings worldwide.

Jared Lindsay

Fort Worth in Texas, US *Now booking Oregon weddings.
2100 (USD)
Studio portrait wedding photographer Mike Greener

Mike Greener is a talented photographer who takes a documentary approach to his work. With a background in photojournalism and a keen eye for storytelling, he captures the essence of weddings through his visual narratives. His unobtrusive style allows him to authentically...

Mike Greener

Helena in Montana, US *Now booking Oregon weddings.
4500 (USD)
Destination weddings and elopement photography by Dennis Mock

Dennis Mock, a talented documentary wedding photographer, brings his background in sports and architectural photography to create captivating compositions. Recognized and awarded by professional photography associations, he has also received prestigious honors from Kodak...

Dennis Mock

San Diego in California, US *Now booking Oregon weddings.
450/hour (USD)
Lifestyle Portrait of Wedding and Elopement Photographer James Juarez

James Juarez is a Mexican-American wedding photojournalist with a degree in Art History from UCLA. He has 8 years of experience documenting punk bands and in the fashion industry. Based in the Western USA.

James Juarez

Los Angeles in California, US *Now booking Oregon weddings.
2450 (USD)
Lifestyle portrait of Brittany Bender, a San Diego wedding photographer - Southern California WPJA

Brittany Bender is a San Diego-based wedding photographer known for her talent in capturing candid and emotional moments. With a passion for storytelling, Brittany aims to truthfully and artistically portray the unique experiences of each person she photographs.

Brittany Bender

San Diego in California, US *Now booking Oregon weddings.
3000 (USD)
Black and White Headshot of elopement, engagement and wedding photographer David Braun

David Braun is an experienced USA-based wedding photographer specializing in photojournalistic wedding photography and outdoor portrait art. With a wide range of freelance experience, David knows how to anticipate and capture the unique and natural moments of a wedding.

David Braun

South Lake Tahoe in California, US *Now booking Oregon weddings.
1250 (USD)
Marla Manes, a PNW ADVENTURE ELOPEMENT PHOTOGRAPHER in Seattle WA

Seattle-based Marla Manes, skilled in wedding photojournalism and portraiture, integrates values and sustainability. Creates comfort for exceptional photos.

Marla Manes

Seattle in Washington, US *Now booking Oregon weddings.
5500 (USD)
Documentary wedding photography by Rebecca Aranda

Rebecca Aranda, a West Coast North America wedding photojournalist, merges storytelling skills from her background in theater, film, and publishing to capture the joy of each moment through her decades of experience.

Rebecca Aranda

Los Angeles in California, US *Now booking Oregon weddings.
5000 (USD)
PNW Wedding and Elopement Photography by Brianna Parks

Brianna Parks, an elopement photographer based in the Pacific Northwest, has a knack for capturing unique and personalized elopement experiences. Her love for secret places and breathtaking landscapes led her to specialize in documenting elopements in the stunning...

Brianna Parks

Redding in California, US *Now booking Oregon weddings.
6500 (USD)

Map of Wedding Photojournalists Serving Oregon Couples

Oregon Wedding Elopement Photography - WedElope

View WedElope Image Galleries by Oregon Wedding Photographers from Small Events and Intimate Elopements.

Oregon Wedding, Elopement and Engagement Images by WPJA Photographers

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

The couple stood on a cliff beside their dog, taking in the breathtaking view of the ocean at Oswald West State Park
The engaged couple are walking along the beach of Oswald West State Park, looking into the water to see a reflected image of themselves
The couple enjoys a loving embrace while laughing in the beautiful outdoor scenery of Oswald West State Park
In their wedding portrait captured in Portland, Oregon, the groom is comfortably lounging on a low couch while the radiant bride stands gracefully by his side, creating a beautiful image
The engaged couple cozied up on their backyard hammock at their new home in Portland, Oregon for their save-the-date wedding announcement photo
The engaged couple posed for their save-the-date wedding announcement photo while laughing at the impromptu song he sang about her in Portland, Oregon
The engaged couple can be seen close up, enjoying each other's company in the grass of Sauvie Island, OR for their pre wedding portrait
Hoyt Arboretum, Portland, Oregon couple laughs together - you can see the joy on their faces during a pre-wed picture session
a Couple laughing on beach wrapped in a blanket during an engagement portrait shoot in Cape Kiwanda, Oregon
Couple share their loving engagement photo session with the background of Portland Oregon
Couple in love with the beautiful sunset in Portland Oregon - Engagement Photo Session at Dusk
A silhouette of a couple with background of Portland Oregon | engagement photography

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Who are the best Oregon wedding photographers for small elopements?
A: The WPJA is proud to have some of the top Oregon 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: Where can I find a photographer for a short-notice, small Oregon wedding?
A: There are many WPJA photographers who are able to help you out at a moment's notice. We understand that sometimes love happens and there's simply no time to lose. We can ensure that you can get married as quickly as possible — and have incredible photographs to remember your Oregon wedding day by.
Q: How can couples find top-ranked Oregon wedding photographers?
A: The WPJA created the original wedding photographer ranking systems. Our innovative system is based on contest winning points, meaning that the Oregon 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.
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RAVES, REVIEWS, AND Oregon WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER RECOMMENDATIONS

Couple celebrating wedding post-ceremony by the lake at Fallen Leaf Lake, South Lake Tahoe, CA

John & Claire

Photo by James Juarez

We've been distracted this weekend moving all of John's stuff into our new LES apartment but rest assured - we have been evenly splitting our time between moving and lovingly gazing at your photos. We love them! They're so beautiful and captured the vibe and energy so well. So exciting!

The Century Hall black and white wedding picture of the bride and groom

Caleb and Bayley

Photo by Jared Lindsay

JARED, these are amazing, I’ve been laughing and crying as I scroll through them all. You killed it!!! -Bayley

Kari and Glen

Photo by Ron Storer

Omigoodness!! Can I just say wow? You are such an amazing photographer! Glen and I have shared these photos with some of our family and friends, and all of them have been like, "I love these pictures! You rock!