Raleigh Wedding Photographers

Raleigh Wedding Photographers

Our Raleigh photographers also provide documentary-style coverage in: Cary, Wake County, Research Triangle, City of Oaks, Walter Raleigh, Roanoke Colony, Dare County, North Carolina State University, NC State, Chapel Hill

Raleigh Wedding Photography, Engagement Photo Sessions + Elopements

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

Recent WPJA WedElope Story Awards

Raleigh Photographers for Large or Small Weddings

Shooting an elopement or small Raleigh 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.

North Carolina WPJA members are ready to document any town hall, mini, city 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 Raleigh Wedding Venues

4 Raleigh Wedding Photographers...

USA wedding photography by Lacey Butler

Lacey Butler, an experienced wedding photographer with a strong background in traditional photography, studio lighting, and English literature, has documented over 400 weddings. She takes a documentary approach to storytelling, aiming to capture authentic, heartfelt moments...

Lacey Butler

Cary in North Carolina, US *Now booking Raleigh weddings.
2000 (USD)
North Carolina wedding photography by Joe Payne

Joe Payne, a North Carolina wedding photographer, is known for his captivating documentary approach to capturing life through the lens of his camera. With a background in fine art and an MBA degree from Butler University, he brings a unique storytelling perspective to his...

3999 (USD)
BW wedding and elopement photography by Brian Mullins

Brian Mullins, a highly regarded Raleigh documentary wedding photographer, brings his diverse background in photography, cinematography, and concert lighting to create stunning imagery that captures the true essence of wedding moments.

Brian Mullins

Apex in North Carolina, US *Now booking Raleigh weddings.
3499 (USD)
Lifestyle portrait of wedding photographer Tom Waldenberg

As a wedding photojournalist based in the Eastern U.S., Tom Waldenberg uses his keen eye and storytelling skills to capture raw and authentic moments for couples. When he's not behind the lens, you can find him strumming his guitar for local bands or nurturing his...

3000 (USD)

Map of Wedding Photojournalists Serving Raleigh Couples

Raleigh Wedding, Elopement and Engagement Images by WPJA Photographers

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

A couple portrait by a Raleigh wedding photographer, in which they share a snack at the NC state fair with a carousel behind them in a symmetrical frame, showcasing an artistic composition.
Fine art portrait of a couple captured by a Raleigh wedding photographer, as they kiss under the Raleigh sign with red circle flares adding to their passion.
Engagement portrait by a Raleigh wedding photographer in a lush green tropical setting with giant banana leaves, showcasing an artistic composition.
 The soon-to-be-married couple in Raleigh, NC had an unforgettable engagement photo shoot when they posed for their portrait session at a local Cookout fast food restaurant
Shelley Lake in Raleigh, NC provides a beautiful backdrop for a unique lifestyle portrait session of a couple about to get married, with silhouetted shots of them being playful and in love
The beautiful Shelley Lake in Raleigh, NC provides a romantic backdrop for the engaged couple's pre-wedding portrait, with the twilight water framing their love
Wake Forest, North Carolina marriage reception party award-winning photo that has recorded The bride makes angels in confetti after their special exit - from the world's best wedding photography competitions offered by the WPJA
North Carolina wedding portrait of bride and groom outside Duke Chapel, lit by strobe for silhouette of church
Raleigh wedding photographer captured this artistic image of a DJ performing at a wedding reception
Black and white photo of the bride and bridesmaids holding their hair in place in the wind by a Raleigh, NC wedding photographer.
Photo of a man standing over a fan to cool off during the reception by a Raleigh, NC wedding photographer.
Black and white photo of the bride and guests standing outdoors in the rain with umbrellas by a Raleigh, NC wedding photographer.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Who are the best Raleigh wedding photographers for small elopements?
A: The WPJA is proud to have some of the top Raleigh 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: How can couples find reviews of Raleigh 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 Raleigh wedding photographers for their own wedding.
Q: How can couples find top-ranked Raleigh wedding photographers?
A: The WPJA created the original wedding photographer ranking systems. Our innovative system is based on contest winning points, meaning that the Raleigh 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.
WPJA Communiqué: Featured Wedding Photography Articles
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