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Pennsylvania Wedding Photographers

Pennsylvania Wedding Photographers

Our Pennsylvania photographers also provide documentary-style coverage in: Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Allentown, Lancaster County, Erie, Reading, Scranton, Harrisburg

Pennsylvania Wedding Photography, Engagement Photo Sessions + Elopements

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

Recent WPJA WedElope Story Awards

Pennsylvania Photographers for Large or Small Weddings

Shooting an elopement or small Pennsylvania 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 quick, town hall, fast, 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.

34 Pennsylvania Wedding Photographers...

Studio portrait of wedding and elopement photographer Erica Dietz

In her journalistic style, Erica Dietz emerges as a skilled visual storyteller, adept at capturing candid moments with artful precision and thoughtful use of light. With a background as an intern at the Valley News Dispatch, she excels in guiding couples toward relaxed and...

4000 (USD)
Studio portrait of engagement, wedding and elopement photographer Scott Josuweit

USA-based wedding photographer Scott Josuweit focuses on authentically and creatively capturing important moments, uniquely treating each wedding and promoting a true experience.

3500 (USD)
Rustbelt Mayberry Wedding Photographer, Erin Ninehouser

Erin Ninehouser, a documentary wedding photographer hailing from the Eastern USA, boasts an impressive resume of over two decades of experience. Her photographs tell captivating stories, capturing the essence of each event she witnesses.

3600 (USD)
Colleen Stepanian - Documentary Wedding Photography

In her journalistic style, Colleen Stepanian, a visual storyteller and freelance photographer, captures poignant moments that preserve present reality for future nostalgia. She is driven by human connection, relationships, and vulnerability, embracing the responsibility to...

4800 (USD)

Peter Doyle, famous for his documentary approach, takes wedding photography to a whole new level. With years of experience in exhibiting his work worldwide and having his photographs featured in the Philadelphia Museum of Art Collections, Peter's talent for documentary...

2300 (USD)

Michelle is a skilled photographer who approaches weddings with a documentary style, focusing on storytelling and visual authenticity. Drawing inspiration from her mentor, a pro photojournalist, Michelle refined her craft at Pennsylvania State University.

1350 (USD)
Lifestyle beach portrait of Pittsburgh wedding photographer Kitty Paul

Kitty Paul is a fine art wedding photojournalist from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, with a lifelong passion for photography. Specializing in capturing weddings in a unique and artistic way, she creates beautiful pictorial documentation for couples to cherish.

4000 (USD)
Wedding and Elopement Photography by Kate Hagerty

Drawing from her experience in fine art framing, photojournalism, and acting, Kate Hagerty is a documentary wedding photographer who skillfully tells the story of couples on their wedding day.

3000 (USD)
Lifestyle Portrait of Kimberly Kunda Wedding Photographer During Fall

With a photography background rooted in her parents, Kimberly Kunda is an exceptional documentary wedding photographer in the Eastern USA. Her dedication and passion have shaped her career, producing countless captivating articles and prints.

3000 (USD)
BW portrait of Pittsburgh wedding photographer Andrea Diaz of the Pennsylvania WPJA

Armed with 5 years of experience as a documentary wedding photographer, Andrea Diaz of Novasoul Photography possesses a remarkable ability to create a visual narrative that tells the unique story of each couple's wedding day.

2500 (USD)
Weddings by Ryan & Kate for elopements and marriage photography - Portrait of Ryan Howard Sigesmund

Ryan Howard Sig is a talented wedding photojournalist whose keen eye for storytelling brings an intimate and candid approach to every image he captures.

3000 (USD)
Wedding Images by Sabrina Guyton-Wright of SGW Photography

Sabrina Guyton-Wright is an experienced wedding photographer, offering services in the tri-state area. With an extensive background in photography, she provides outstanding photography and experiences.

3800 (USD)
Wedding and engagement portraits by Michelle Arlotta

Wedding photographer Michelle Arlotta brings 20 years of experience, creativity, and analytical skills. She is a "wedding ninja" who captures raw emotion and delivers beautiful, comprehensive results with a bit of humor. Over 400 weddings photographed and 700...

Michelle Arlotta

Milford in New Jersey, US *Now booking Pennsylvania weddings.
3650 (USD)
At Work Image of Wedding Photographer Ted Felsberg

Ted Felsberg

Mays Landing in New Jersey, US *Now booking Pennsylvania weddings.
5000 (USD)
Wedding and Elopement Photographer - Jason Rhee

With a strong foundation in visual arts and over 20 years of experience, Jason Rhee brings a unique perspective as a documentary wedding photographer. Through his captivating images, he skillfully captures the true essence of the couple.

Jason Rhee

Northvale in New Jersey, US *Now booking Pennsylvania weddings.
2200 (USD)
Wedding, engagement and elopement photography by Anastasiia Polyakov, of So Tender Is Humanity

Wedding photographer Anastasiia Polyakov is an experienced creative based in the US for 10 years. Using her upbringing, Anastasiia celebrates human spirit and emotion with her photography. Mixing compassion and expressions, Anastasiia aims to memorialize the essence of...

Anastasiia Polyakov

Arlington in Virginia, US *Now booking Pennsylvania weddings.
3500 (USD)
Wedding Photographer Brad Resnick

With a background in theater and more than 8 years as a wedding photojournalist, Brad Resnick brings his unique and natural approach to capturing the most meaningful moments on your wedding day.

Brad Resnick

Denville in New Jersey, US *Now booking Pennsylvania weddings.
2900 (USD)
Portrait of Wedding Photographer Denise Chastain

Denise Chastain is an east coast US-based wedding photographer with over 25 years of experience. Known for her journalistic style, she excels at capturing authentic moments without interrupting the flow of the day.

Denise Chastain

Lynbrook in New York, US *Now booking Pennsylvania weddings.
3500 (USD)
Baltimore engagement wedding and elopement photography by Breanna Shaw

Breanna Shaw is a world traveler and passionate wedding photographer. Being able to share moments of love and connection with her clients is her greatest honor, and the accident that has become her life's mission. When she is not taking photos, Breanna enjoys rock...

Breanna Shaw

Reisterstown in Maryland, US *Now booking Pennsylvania weddings.
3850 (USD)
Urban wedding photography by Jenna Salvagin

Jenna Salvagin is a documentary wedding photographer, with a passion for preserving the authenticity and emotion of a wedding day. With a degree in photography from the School of Visual Arts, she brings a creative and artistic eye to capturing memories.

Jenna Salvagin

Warwick in New York, US *Now booking Pennsylvania weddings.
2000 (USD)
Engagement, elopement, and wedding photography by Andrew Morrell

In his journalistic style, Andrew Morrell, a visual storyteller, captures unique moments that blend art and technology, inspired by his love of music and improvisation at the weddings and elopements he photographs.

Andrew Morrell

Cleveland in Ohio, US *Now booking Pennsylvania weddings.
3600 (USD)
Engagement Portraits, Elopements and Wedding Photography by Anji Martin Potok's - World Photography, LLC

With a documentary approach to storytelling, Anji Martin, a visual, has been documenting life with a camera since childhood. Specializing in wedding and elopement photography, she primarily serves couples in the Washington, DC, area but is available for destination weddings.

Anji Martin

Washington in District Of Columbia, US *Now booking Pennsylvania weddings.
4450 (USD)
Casey Fatchett Wedding Photography

Casey Fatchett is a wedding photographer based in the NYC metro area. With almost 20 years experience and having studied theater and music, his vision is heavily influenced in his wedding photography style.

Casey Fatchett

New York in New York, US *Now booking Pennsylvania weddings.
3300 (USD)

New Jersey-based wedding photographer Danette, formerly a biologist, has been documenting weddings since 2010. With an addiction to the adrenaline rush and challenges, she boldly switched careers and now wants to share her passion with you.

Danette Pascarella

Clinton in New Jersey, US *Now booking Pennsylvania weddings.
4590 (USD)

Kevin Quinlan is a skilled photographer with a documentary approach, specializing in storytelling through visuals. With his unobtrusive style, he captures authentic moments to create a narrative that truly reflects the essence of the event. Kevin's expertise has been...

Kevin Quinlan

Newark in Delaware, US *Now booking Pennsylvania weddings.
2250 (USD)

Rachel Philipson, a skilled wedding photojournalist, is known for her authentic and unobtrusive approach to capturing moments of a couple's big day. With over 25 years of experience and a degree in photography, she uses her journalistic style to create timeless images.

Rachel Philipson

Ithaca in New York, US *Now booking Pennsylvania weddings.
1000 (USD)
Portrait of Bill Tse, Wedding Photographer

In his journalistic style, NY wedding photographer Bill Tse captures beautiful moments of love and joy. With over 20 years of experience in the New York and New England area, he combines traditional and modern techniques to create stunning images.

Bill Tse

Brooklyn in New York, US *Now booking Pennsylvania weddings.
2300 (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 Pennsylvania weddings.
3990 (USD)
A black and white portrait of William West - A Documentary Wedding Photographer

In 2006, William embarked on his journey as a wedding photojournalist, adopting a journalistic style to capture beautiful and authentic moments. With an unobtrusive approach, he skillfully documents the intimate relationships and stories that unfold on a couple's...

William West

in New Jersey, US *Now booking Pennsylvania weddings.
3850 (USD)
Studio portrait of Columbus Ohio wedding photographer Monty Soungpradith

With a journalistic style, Monty Soungpradith captures honest, meaningful moments as an Ohio wedding photojournalist. He is an unobtrusive observer who passionately tells visual stories through his documentary approach.

Monty Soungpradith

Columbus in Ohio, US *Now booking Pennsylvania weddings.
4500 (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 Pennsylvania weddings.
6000 (USD)
Emie McGee wedding photography studio - Emie's Photo LLC

Emie McGee is a Lynchburg, USA-based wedding photographer, specializing in creating timeless photos and developing a unique editing style inspired by film photography. With photo experience since 2018, she is here to make your wedding day stress-free.

Emie McGee

Lynchburg in Virginia, US *Now booking Pennsylvania weddings.
3200 (USD)
Chris Rusanowsky self portrait of a wedding photographer in black and white

With over fourteen years of experience, Chris Rusanowsky is a highly skilled wedding photojournalist. His photographs capture the raw emotions and tell the story of each client's special day, creating memories that last a lifetime.

Chris Rusanowsky

Northlake in Texas, US *Now booking Pennsylvania weddings.
2500 (USD)
Rylan Lott Wedding Photographer: Expertly documenting the romance, laughter, and tears of your special day with skill and artistry.

Wedding photographer Rylan Earle-Lott specializes in photojournalistic style captures in the Greater Philadelphia region. With a focus on authentic connections and candid moments, Rylan excels in documenting unique and unconventional celebrations that showcase the...

Rylan Earle-Lott

Westampton in New Jersey, US *Now booking Pennsylvania weddings.
3650 (USD)

1 more photographers available for your wedding...

999 US Dollar

PA Documentary Wedding Photos | Editorial, Corporate, News, Fashion: William Thomas Cain

Jamison in Pennsylvania, United States

CAPTURING LIFE'S FLEETING MOMENTS, FRAMING THE HUMAN ESSENCE

William Thomas Cain is a professional photojournalist whose body of work spans from editorial to commercial in his 35 years of experience. He accredits his diverse background...

Map of Wedding Photojournalists Serving Pennsylvania Couples

Pennsylvania Wedding, Elopement and Engagement Images by WPJA Photographers

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

In Philadelphia, PA, a silhouette photo of a couple stands out against a beautiful mosaic wall, capturing their excitement before their upcoming wedding.
Bride and groom share a sweet moment as they cut into their wedding cake at The Woods At Eisler Farms in Butler, PA, showcasing a blend of anticipation and joy on their special day as they carefully slice into their decadent treat.
A romantic image taken on a wedding day at Hi-Level Golf Course in Kossuth, PA, where a couple is sharing a tender kiss amidst lush green foliage before heading back to their reception.
A romantic silhouette image as the bride and groom dance together at the historic Summit Inn Resort in Farmington, PA, captured during a lively wedding evening in the setting sun.
Engagement portrait of a couple by a Pittsburgh wedding photographer on Panther Hollow Bridge, PA at sunset, showcasing their love in an artistic embrace as the sun sets behind them.
A creative silhouette portrait of a couple at their engagement session in Longwood Gardens, with a decorated archway and fountains in the background.
A black and white indoor shot captures the anticipation as the bride waits for the signal to join the wedding ceremony at Abington Art Center in Jenkintown, Pennsylvania.
In a picturesque setting at Hi-Level Golf Course, Kossuth, PA, a wedding unfolds amidst a moody atmosphere, with soft lighting and a layer of fog creating a captivating scene.
Award-winning wedding portrait captures the romance as the bride and groom joyfully pose amidst a picturesque snowfall. The grandeur of Mellon Institute adds a timeless charm to the captivating black and white scene.
The bride gracefully walks herself down the aisle at Heinz Chapel in Pittsburgh, PA. The historic church serves as a grand backdrop for this beautiful wedding ceremony.
Wedding guests become part of the stunning barn backdrop at Irons Mill Farmstead in New Wilmington, PA. The sun shines on their faces during the ceremony, captured in beautiful black and white.
Dormont Rec Center in PA sets the stage for a unique wedding ceremony. The bride, groom, and their daughter exchange vows, with the Elvis impersonator's famous jacket stealing the spotlight in this award-winning artistic photograph.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How can couples find Pennsylvania photographers for pre-wedding engagement portraits?
A: The WPJA issues Diamond Awards for Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania wedding photographers for small elopements?
A: The WPJA is proud to have some of the top Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania wedding day by.
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RAVES, REVIEWS, AND Pennsylvania WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER RECOMMENDATIONS

Arianne & Leon

Photo by Edward Dye

Thank You from the bottom of our hearts Edward! You knew exactly what to do and where to go to capture background pictures of the Brooklyn bridge and the Brooklyn Bridge park. You captured our romance and all excitement of the day easily! You are a true professional with true Artistic talent. you were wonderful to work with. What we loved the most, the very next day you posted a 50 picture sneak peak of our day on Facebook. every bride wants to relive the day and to see those pictures ,the very next day, was a perfect gift to me, the bride. i have to say if i only had those 50 pictures I'd be completely happy and content, truly! But you then sent us a custom made cd and case with our photos on the cover. Very nice surprise! All the pictures from the day, start to finish and fabulous! we both feel very blessed to have found you and were able to get a booking with you! Thank you Edward!!! Love, Leon and Ari P.

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!

Anjali & Neal

Photo by Edward Dye

Hi Ed, Choosing you as our photographer was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding. The level of dedication and precision you exhibits when taking pictures is unparalleled. During our engagement shoot, you were upbeat and excited the whole day, even when we became tired (it's a long day!). You knew the best places to take pictures and exactly how to catch the light to make each shot perfect. As we were walking through Central Park, you would stop us randomly because you were ALWAYS looking for a great picture. You brings a lot of joy to your work, which is inspiring. Leading up to the wedding, You were incredibly professional and always made yourself available, whether for a venue walk-through or just a call to figure out details. We had two days of wedding events and you was so excited to be part of both - you was literally everywhere taking pictures and documenting our wedding weekend, but without us even noticing you being there. You were also full of great ideas for where to stand to get the best view of our venues. You also gives a lot - you doesn't care how long the day takes, you are there the entire time. Our wedding day was incredibly long, but you was happy and energetic all day long - you made our families smile and worked to get the best out of each of our family members. And when we received the pictures, we were blown away. They are all so incredibly beautiful. You really captured the best moments of our day without us looking posed. You took so many great shots, it's hard to choose which ones we want to include in our album. We are so grateful for your amazing services and will highly recommend you for any event. Your energy and sheer passion for your work was evident throughout our wedding. Thank you, Edward!!