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Longmont Wedding Photographers

Our Longmont photographers also provide documentary-style coverage in: Berthoud, Gunbarrel

Longmont Wedding Photography, Engagement Photo Sessions + Elopements

Intimate Wedding Photography in Longmont - Capturing the Joy of Small Celebrations - Discover the best Longmont 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 Longmont 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, Longmont documentary wedding photographers available right now who understand that some weddings and elopements can’t wait. Find yours today!
Recent WPJA WedElope Story Awards
The couple enjoyed a leisurely stroll around the ranch with a team of beautiful horses for their elopement portrait
Chris Shum
They got married at City Hall with a very humorous officiant, making the atmosphere light and joyful
Chris Shum
The couple chose to have a small, intimate wedding by exchanging vows during a City Hall civil ceremony, with their officiant standing with them. Smiling, they held each other's hands and made promises to one another in a brief but meaningful ceremony
Wenjie Han

Longmont Photographers for Large or Small Weddings

Shooting an elopement or small Longmont 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.

Colorado WPJA members are ready to document any adventure, DIY - do it yourself, small, 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.

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5 Longmont Wedding Photographers...

At-work portrait of USA-based wedding photographer Liam Gordon

Liam Gordon became interested in photography when he discovered old photos of his younger self, inspiring him to start his own photography business in 2017, focusing on weddings and special moments.

Liam Gordon

Colorado Springs in Colorado, US *Now booking Longmont weddings.
20
39
3500 (USD)
Engagements, Weddings and Elopement Photographer Lucy Schultz

Lucy Schultz, an artistic wedding photojournalist, creates a relaxed and joyful environment, empowering couples to express their true selves, capturing unforgettable moments with her expertise honed since 2013.

Lucy Schultz

Lakewood in Colorado, US *Now booking Longmont weddings.
99
28
6
94
5900 (USD)
Colorado adventure weddings, elopements and engagement photography by Matt Wilson

Matt Wilson is an award-winning adventure wedding photographer from Colorado. He has photographed hundreds of weddings in 9 states, combining his experience in street skating, fashion and product photography to capture special moments.

Matt Wilson

Arvada in Colorado, US *Now booking Longmont weddings.
42
2
69
4000 (USD)
Wedding and elopement Photographer Carl Bower

Carl Bower, an acclaimed photojournalist, and Pulitzer Prize nominee, focuses on capturing the essence of US destination weddings. His unobtrusive approach allows him to preserve poignant and genuine moments, resulting in personal and profound imagery.

Carl Bower

Denver in Colorado, US *Now booking Longmont weddings.
41
2
21
3500 (USD)
Adventure elopement and wedding photography by Mike Kory

Mike Kory is a mechanical engineer who also works as a destination wedding photographer. He excels at capturing real moments and making people feel comfortable. He's Bonnie's husband and helps take care of their two unique dogs.

Mike Kory

Erie in Colorado, US *Now booking Longmont weddings.
12
1
5
4400 (USD)

Map of Wedding Photojournalists Serving Longmont Couples

Wedding Venue Pictures by Longmont Wedding Photographers

Please select a venue below to view all associated contest-winning Longmont wedding photos.

Longmont Wedding, Elopement and Engagement Images by WPJA Photographers

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

A picturesque photo captured at Shupe Homestead, Longmont, Colorado, where a couple embraces in a lush field, contrasting against the dramatic backdrop of an approaching thunderstorm
At the Shupe Homestead in Longmont, Colorado, a couple is captured in a portrait shot as they sit in a lounge chair underneath a sign that reads 'love'.
A couple walks alongside a fence in the lush surroundings of Shupe Homestead, located in Longmont, Colorado
The love between the couple at The St Vrain in Longmont, CO was so strong that even the winter snow couldn't break their embrace
In Colorado, at a Longmont private residence, a colorful nighttime silhouette photo of bride and groom
Silhouettes of bride and groom in Colorado with water reflection at a Longmont private residence
Colorado bride and groom kissing in mountain meadow of Longmont at a private residence
Wedding guests playing toy instruments on the dance floor at a private residence reception party in Longmont, CO
View this exquisite wedding image from The St. Vrain showing a bride reclines on a green sofa which was a featured picture among the best wedding photography in Longmont, Colorado from the WPJA
Longmont, Colorado couple e-session of a gentleman giving his fiance' a romantic kiss on her hand
Wedding photography from Shoes & Brews, Longmont, CO of the bride and groom just before their grand entrance
The St. Vrain (Longmont, CO) - Wedding photo of the Bride dancing with wedding guests.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How can couples find top-ranked Longmont wedding photographers?
A: The WPJA created the original wedding photographer ranking systems. Our innovative system is based on contest winning points, meaning that the Longmont 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: How can couples find Longmont photographers for pre-wedding engagement portraits?
A: The WPJA issues Diamond Awards for Longmont 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: Can a wedding photojournalist create artistic portraits on my Longmont 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 Longmont wedding photographers who have earned Artistic Guild awards for portrait and detail images.
WPJA Communiqué: Featured Wedding Photography Articles
Jola Mulder, of Overijssel, is a wedding photographer for
Bringing it Home: The Joys of a Backyard Wedding
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
A Sunshine Solemnization - Outdoor Weddings in Nature
Not everyone has a lagoon or glacier next door, but there's no rule saying you can't have a small wedding in the great outdoors. Take advantage of natural sunshine and that open, airy feeling and give your guests some room to breathe! LESS IS MORE Instead of hemming your...Read more
Wedding Economy: The Ups and Downs
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

WPJA Communiqué: Viewpoints
Elopements: Traditional and Modern
The oldsters among the WPJA ranks no doubt remember when 'to elope' meant, in Merriam-Webster’s definition, “to run away secretly with the intention of getting married, usually without parental consent.” Many wedding photographers have gone on the lam with couples who did just that. However, even Merriam-Webster now acknowledges that “elope appears to have become shorthand for ‘ small destination weddings ,’ a ‘ wedding that is not financially insane ,’ or a ‘ wedding that allows us to not invite all the people we would rather not invite .’” Smaller Weddings are... Read more
What is Reportage?
On Instagram and elsewhere, one can see images labeled as #photojournalism or #reportage when they are, in fact, merely photos. I say "merely," even though photography has been my career's great passion. But it's because of that passion and my respect for the work of actual photojournalists that I am particularly bothered to see wedding photographers call their work "reportage." That word properly used actually means something important beyond just a stylistic conceit. By contrast, however, I'm the lead cheerleader for those practitioners of #weddingphotojournalism ... Read more

RAVES, REVIEWS, AND Longmont WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER RECOMMENDATIONS

Kathy & John

Photo by Carl Bower

What a happy surprise!  We didn't expect to see these for several days yet.  They look awesome!  John and I will review them together and get back to you.   Thanks so much for photographing our wedding.  It was so wonderful not only have you do it from a professional standpoint but it was great to have you there.  You get us.   We'll talk to you soon and thanks for the fast turn around!

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Couple kissing while leaving ceremony at Villa Parker wedding by Denver wedding photojournalist.

Julia and David

Photo by Carl Bower

Thank you so much for being as fantastic on the wedding day as you have been leading up to the day…In all seriousness you just gave me all the feels. Thanks for the laughs.

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The bride and groom alone together following their temple wedding and music hall reception party

Yasaswi and Dima

Photo by Carl Bower

We are so tremendously grateful for your coming all the way out to Pittsburgh and lending your artistic vision to the day. The pictures are stunning. You caught incredible moments. Thank you for capturing it so beautifully. We shared the photos this weekend and have heard incredibly positive feedback on the moments you captured. Thank you so much for being there to celebrate with us.

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