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Connecticut Wedding Photographers
Connecticut Wedding Photographers
Our Connecticut photographers also provide documentary-style coverage in: Hartford, New Haven, Bridgeport, Fairfield, Stamford, Waterbury, Norwalk, Middletown, Wethersfield, Danbury, Greenwich, Stratford, Southington, Putnam, New England
Connecticut Wedding Photography, Engagement Photo Sessions + Elopements
Intimate Wedding Photography in Connecticut - Capturing the Joy of Small Celebrations - Discover the best Connecticut 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 Connecticut 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, Connecticut documentary wedding photographers available right now who understand that some weddings and elopements can’t wait. Find yours today!
Recent WPJA WedElope Story Awards
Connecticut Photographers for Large or Small Weddings
Shooting an elopement or small Connecticut 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, city hall, civil ceremony, 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.
25 Connecticut Wedding Photographers...
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...
2800 (USD)
Thaddeus Ladzinski, a vibrant and outgoing wedding photojournalist from Connecticut, uses his talents to artistically document the joyous moments of celebration for his clients, creating cherished memories.
4700 (USD)
Megan Hannah, a New England wedding photographer, lives in Vermont with her husband, two cats, and backyard chickens. Since 2012, she has been capturing the heartfelt moments of love with a camera, using a documentary approach to storytelling.
Megan Hannah
Lincoln in Vermont, US *Now booking Connecticut weddings.6500 (USD)
Jacob Hannah, a Vermont-based wedding photographer, takes a documentary approach to his work. Influenced by storytelling and visual narratives, he captures authentic moments that tell a unique and compelling story.
Jacob Hannah
Lincoln in Vermont, US *Now booking Connecticut weddings.6500 (USD)
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.
Alex Gordias
Boston in Massachusetts, US *Now booking Connecticut weddings.3500 (USD)
Alex Paul is a New England-based professional wedding photographer with over 250 destination weddings to his name, including locations such as Italy, Greece, Switzerland, Montenegro, Thailand, Hungary, Czech Republic and Iceland.
Alex Paul
Boston in Massachusetts, US *Now booking Connecticut weddings.4500 (USD)
Kayla Rice is a New England wedding photographer who began her career in professional photography at Syracuse University. With a background in photojournalism, she specializes in wedding and family lifestyle photojournalism.
Kayla Rice
West Roxbury in Massachusetts, US *Now booking Connecticut weddings.3800 (USD)
With a background in editorial and commercial photography for esteemed publications like The New York Times, The Washington Post, and The Boston Globe, Oliver Parini brings a unique documentary approach to his work as a New England wedding photographer.
Oliver Parini
Burlington in Vermont, US *Now booking Connecticut weddings.4000 (USD)
In his work as a visual storyteller, Corey Butler, a New England-based wedding photographer, adopts a journalistic style. Driven by nostalgia and his studies of photojournalism, he strives to authentically capture moments for couples, preserving them for posterity, allowing...
Corey Butler
South Portland in Maine, US *Now booking Connecticut weddings.450/hour (USD)
Having honed his skills for two decades, Jason Rhee has become known as a masterful wedding photojournalist. With a background in visual arts, he expertly captures the essence of the couple, creating a lighthearted atmosphere.
Jason Rhee
Northvale in New Jersey, US *Now booking Connecticut weddings.2200 (USD)
Brittany Bugaj and Dean, a talented wedding photojournalist duo, are the creative minds behind Two Adventurous Souls, an exceptional team that skillfully documents the genuine emotions and cherished moments of couples' most important day.
Brittany Bugaj
Old Orchard Beach in Maine, US *Now booking Connecticut weddings.4900 (USD)
Denise Chastain, a seasoned wedding photojournalist with over 25 years of experience, utilizes a journalistic style to capture the authentic moments of couples' wedding day. Her unobtrusive approach allows her to document the genuine emotions and candid interactions...
Denise Chastain
Lynbrook in New York, US *Now booking Connecticut weddings.3500 (USD)
Jenna Salvagin is a skilled wedding photojournalist, specializing in capturing the real and raw moments of a wedding day. With a background in fine art photography, she brings a unique and artistic perspective to each wedding she shoots.
Jenna Salvagin
Warwick in New York, US *Now booking Connecticut weddings.2000 (USD)
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 Connecticut weddings.3000 (USD)
Sarah Priestap is a wedding photographer in New England, USA. With second-generation experience, her degree in Photojournalism from the Rochester Institute of Technology, and years of practice with her partner, Jeff Porter, Sarah has been capturing weddings for a number of...
Sarah Priestap
Tunbridge in Vermont, US *Now booking Connecticut weddings.3500 (USD)
Maria Hunter is a wedding photographer for New York and Connecticut. She acquired a degree in art with an emphasis in photography and furthered her studies under portrait photographers. Since 2002, she has uniquely captured weddings and families with a blend of...
Maria Hunter
New York in New York, US *Now booking Connecticut weddings.4195 (USD)
Having shot weddings in the NY and New England area for over 20 years, Bill Tse is renowned for his exceptional blend of photojournalistic and traditional styles. He is a highly experienced, award-winning photographer who graduated from the New York Institute of Photography...
Bill Tse
Brooklyn in New York, US *Now booking Connecticut weddings.2300 (USD)
Edward Dye has 12 years of professional photography experience, including a background in photojournalism, Edward has the skills to capture the best memories without disturbing the moments.
Edward Dye
New York City in New York, US *Now booking Connecticut weddings.3990 (USD)
Connie Adams, a renowned photographer, employs a documentary approach that emphasizes visual storytelling. As a result, she has been recognized by various publications, including O Magazine, Brides Boston Magazine, and The Knot Magazine.
Connie Miller
West Newton in Massachusetts, US *Now booking Connecticut weddings.6600 (USD)
Mark Bolton, an award-winning photojournalist with 32 years of experience, brings his newspaper background to every wedding. His goal is to document the real visual story, going beyond traditional shots, and capturing candid moments naturally. His work spans national...
Mark Bolton
Rochester in New Hampshire, US *Now booking Connecticut weddings.2500 (USD)
With a documentary approach, William employs visual storytelling to create stunning and genuine wedding photographs. His professional and diverse skills, including business development, graphic design, and art, allow him to capture the essence of each unique love story in a...
William West
in New Jersey, US *Now booking Connecticut weddings.3850 (USD)
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 Connecticut weddings.3200 (USD)
Based in New York and California, Kathryn Cooper is an unconventional wedding photographer, specializing in unique, creative, and joyful celebrations. With a background in travel and humanitarian photography, she thrives on adventure, welcoming diverse couples and...
Kathryn Cooper
Pleasant Valley in New York, US *Now booking Connecticut weddings.3600 (USD)
Matthew Cavanaugh is a New England-based freelance photographer with a strong background in capturing wedding moments. He is a veteran White House photographer who has covered historic events, including the election and inauguration of President Obama. His work has been...
Matthew Cavanaugh
Greenfield in Massachusetts, US *Now booking Connecticut weddings.3500 (USD)
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 Connecticut weddings.6450 (USD)
Map of Wedding Photojournalists Serving Connecticut Couples
Wedding Venue Pictures by Connecticut Wedding Photographers
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Connecticut Wedding, Elopement and Engagement Images by WPJA Photographers
Below are some Connecticut wedding photography samples from the world’s best wedding photographers of the WPJA. Some of these Connecticut marriage pictures might be artistic portraits, details, or documentary-style images that have come from getting ready sessions, wedding ceremonies, reception venues, or Connecticut engagement portrait sessions with couples.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How can couples find top-ranked Connecticut wedding photographers?
A: The WPJA created the original wedding photographer ranking systems. Our innovative system is based on contest winning points, meaning that the Connecticut 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.
Q: Can a wedding photojournalist create artistic portraits on my Connecticut 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 Connecticut wedding photographers who have earned Artistic Guild awards for portrait and detail images.
Q: How can couples find Connecticut photographers for pre-wedding engagement portraits?
A: The WPJA issues Diamond Awards for Connecticut 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.
Getting Married in Connecticut - Planning for the Best Wedding Photography
Connecticut, along the Long Island Sound, offers many scenic locations for the Connecticut bride and groom to choose from for their ceremony and reception photography needs. The restored whaling village and living museum in Mystic Seaport provide quaint New England style backdrops for your Connecticut photos. Your photographer will have opportunities to capture images in New England historic villages surrounded by beautiful buildings. If your Connecticut nuptials fall during the months of September and October, foliage season aids in creating colorful picture backdrops. Your special day can only be complemented by Connecticut's parks and forests which offer something for everyone...wedding guests or members of your party may enjoy a walk on one of the many CT hiking trails or they may enjoy a day at the beach. Whether you choose a Connecticut beach ceremony, New England style, or a fall foliage wedding, your CT wedding photojournalist is sure to enjoy shooting photos amidst the beautiful backdrop of your Connecticut event location.
WPJA Communiqué: Featured Wedding Photography Articles
Oftentimes when people are considering a venue for their weddings, they search for a location away from home, whether that be ten minutes or ten hours, all just to find what they already have: a place that holds meaning for them, that feels comfortable, or that they find...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 Connecticut WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER RECOMMENDATIONS
Yana & Aleksey
Photo by Edward Dye
Dear Ed, Your photos are incredible!! Thank You so much for turning our special day into a beautiful memory! As we are looking at your shots, we are reliving all the nuances of our Wedding Day as if we are still present at last Saturday's celebration. Your pictures are that good! We shared these photos with our friends and family and they all love them so much! Please thank Larry, your 2nd photographer, as well as your assistant for helping you capture our Wedding Day in such an unforgettable way!
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!!
Elizabeth & Tillman
Photo by William West
Oh man, these are SO great!! Wow! Thank you for passing these on. Thank you again for helping make our day so special!
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