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
Central Coast Wedding Photographers
Central Coast Wedding Photographers
Our Central Coast photographers also provide documentary-style coverage in: Ventura, Santa Barbara, Salinas, Santa Cruz, Hollister, Monterey, San Luis Obispo, Oxnard, Big Sur, Capitola, Santa Cruz County, Monterey Bay, and all of Central California
Central Coast Wedding Photography, Engagement Photo Sessions + Elopements
Intimate Wedding Photography in Central Coast - Capturing the Joy of Small Celebrations - Discover the best Central Coast 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 Central Coast 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, Central Coast documentary wedding photographers available right now who understand that some weddings and elopements can’t wait. Find yours today!
Recent WPJA WedElope Story Awards
Central Coast Photographers for Large or Small Weddings
Shooting an elopement or small Central Coast 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.
California - Central WPJA members are ready to document any DIY - do it yourself, secret, 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.
View Award-Winning Pictures from Central Coast Wedding Venues
9 Central Coast Wedding Photographers...
Stephanie Secrest is a wedding and engagement portrait photographer based in Central Coast CA. With a Master's in photojournalism, she has garnered recognition from renowned competitions such as Pictures of the Year.
Stephanie Secrest
Arroyo Grande in California, US *Now booking Central Coast weddings.3300 (USD)
As a wedding photojournalist and creative engagement portrait photographer in California, Annie Bang brings a background as a former journalist and Associated Press reporter. With a focus on documenting real moments and emotions, she uses documentary and photojournalistic...
Annie Bang
Los Angeles in California, US *Now booking Central Coast weddings.2500 (USD)
Southern California-based wedding photojournalist Brett Butterstein combines his background in photojournalism and five years of newspaper photography experience to expertly capture the genuine beauty and emotion of weddings.
Brett Butterstein
Encinitas in California, US *Now booking Central Coast weddings.3500 (USD)
Will Tee is a co-founder of SW Photo Studio and an outstanding wedding photographer. He has traveled extensively, experiencing diverse cultures that have enriched his open-mindedness and creativity. His engagement portrait sessions are known for their fun and creative...
Will Tee
Taipei City, TW *Now booking Central Coast weddings.2000 (USD)
Joyce Perlman, an elopement photographer, is a N. CA based wedding photojournalist and engagement portrait photographer. With a background in fine art and visual design, she is known for her sophisticated blend of contemporary portraiture and documentary-style images.
Joyce Perlman
San Francisco in California, US *Now booking Central Coast weddings.4500 (USD)
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 Central Coast weddings.2200 (USD)
Edeelin Labra is an experienced wedding photojournalist based in Northern California. With a deep passion for photography and years of dedicated pursuit, her hobby has transformed into a lifelong skill. Labra's artistry goes beyond capturing moments; it preserves...
Edeelin Labra
Vallejo in California, US *Now booking Central Coast weddings.2000 (USD)
Gina Clyne, CA wedding photographer, specializes in photojournalistic style imagery. She uses a gentle eye to capture formal portraits that reflect the personalities of couples while also documenting the subtle and profound moments of the day.
Gina Clyne
Los Angeles in California, US *Now booking Central Coast weddings.2100 (USD)
Jonathan Young is a California coast wedding photographer, with 20 years of experience, a photojournalist background, and an eye for detail. He captures the joy and emotion of each unique wedding day.
Jonathan Young
Palos Verdes Estates in California, US *Now booking Central Coast weddings.5500 (USD)
Map of Wedding Photojournalists Serving Central Coast Couples
Wedding Venue Pictures by Central Coast Wedding Photographers
Please select a venue below to view all associated contest-winning Central Coast wedding photos.
Central Coast Wedding, Elopement and Engagement Images by WPJA Photographers
Below are some Central Coast wedding photography samples from the world’s best wedding photographers of the WPJA. Some of these Central Coast marriage pictures might be artistic portraits, details, or documentary-style images that have come from getting ready sessions, wedding ceremonies, reception venues, or Central Coast engagement portrait sessions with couples.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How can couples find reviews of Central Coast 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 Central Coast wedding photographers for their own wedding.
Q: How can couples find Central Coast photographers for pre-wedding engagement portraits?
A: The WPJA issues Diamond Awards for Central Coast 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 Central Coast wedding photographers for small elopements?
A: The WPJA is proud to have some of the top Central Coast 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
We all know that the economy can go through some hard times, and be somewhat reminiscent of past recessions. However, as people cut back on non-essential little luxuries here and there, one constant remains: weddings. People don’t tend to just stop getting married due to a...Read more
While some people live for the hustle and bustle of a big wedding with extravagant décor and an impossibly long guest list, others find these kinds of weddings to be too much hoopla, preferring instead something simpler and quieter, allowing for more intimacy between them...Read more
RAVES, REVIEWS, AND Central Coast WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER RECOMMENDATIONS
Christy & Stuart
Photo by Gina Clyne
We wanted to drop a quick note and tell you how awesome you are. You got in the spirit and came prepared, and brought so much happiness from behind the camera to whoever was in front of it. We're so grateful to have had you as part of our day, and can't wait to recommend you to everyone we know. (And everyone we don't -- so please let us know any and all sites where we can leave you reviews!) Much love, Christy + Stuart
Lauren & Jason
Photo by Gina Clyne
Gina these are so great!!! It's so fun seeing them after time has gone by and the weather is cooling off. Such an awesome summer day that you captured SO well. We love these, I cant wait to comb through all of them. Thank you for your amazing craft. The family pictures are so special!
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