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Maryland Wedding Photographers
Maryland Wedding Photographers
Our Maryland photographers also provide documentary-style coverage in: Annapolis, Baltimore, Columbia, Germantown, Silver Spring, Glen Burnie, Ellicott City, Frederick, Rockville, Bethesda, Gaithersburg, Waldorf
Maryland Wedding Photography, Engagement Photo Sessions + Elopements
Intimate Wedding Photography in Maryland - Capturing the Joy of Small Celebrations - Discover the best Maryland 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 Maryland 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, Maryland documentary wedding photographers available right now who understand that some weddings and elopements can’t wait. Find yours today!
Recent WPJA WedElope Story Awards
Maryland Photographers for Large or Small Weddings
Shooting an elopement or small Maryland 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 pop-up, justice of the peace, 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.
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27 Maryland Wedding Photographers...
Kenneth Clapp is an experienced US-based wedding photographer with an eye for visual arts and storytelling. Specializing in wedding photojournalism and bold photography, he has shot an average of 20 weddings per year, gaining experience from internships with recognized...
3000 (USD)
Morgan O'Neil is a skilled wedding and engagement photographer, specializing in vibrant coastal wedding photos. With 8 years of experience in capturing authentic and candid moments, Morgan also enjoys taking film photos in her free time and loves boating, skiing, and...
4800 (USD)
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...
3850 (USD)
With a documentary approach, Mary Kate McKenna, an experienced wedding photographer, competently tells the visual story of couples. Specializing in small weddings, courthouse weddings, and destination micro weddings, she captures and preserves the genuine moments that...
2500 (USD)
With a documentary approach and a passion for storytelling, Ryan Rayburn captures the moments and emotions of couples' weddings. Drawing on his nine years of experience as a photographer in newspapers, he applies his visual storytelling skills to create a comprehensive...
2200 (USD)
Baltimore wedding photographer Kimberly Dean has been capturing weddings and love stories since 2015, including engagements, elopements, vow renewals, and more. With a passion for creative story telling, she strives to be the best photojournalist she can be, shooting an...
3500 (USD)
Raised in a close-knit Italian-Irish household, Alexandra Nurthen's affinity for photography blossomed as she embraced her calling as a skilled documentary wedding photographer.
6000 (USD)
Aira Hickman, a Maryland family and wedding photographer, captures clients' essence with an organic approach. Passionate since picking up her first camera, she focuses on authenticity, aiming to make clients feel confident and deeply loved.
880 (USD)
Brittany Diliberto is an East Coast USA-based photographer capturing spectacular moments with creative, artistic, and inspirational angles. Drawing from a background in professional lighting design, Brittany imprints emotion in her work.
Brittany Diliberto
Arlington in Virginia, US *Now booking Maryland weddings.4250 (USD)
Scott Josuweit, a wedding photojournalist based in the USA, skillfully and artistically captures significant moments, providing a genuine and memorable experience for each couple.
Scott Josuweit
York in Pennsylvania, US *Now booking Maryland weddings.3500 (USD)
Matt Kolf is an international wedding photographer. Originally from Washington D.C., he was inspired to pursue art history and photography through the likes of Velaquez, Rembrandt, and Norman Rockwell. Specifically, Kolf specializes in Catholic weddings in Spain and on the...
Matt Kolf
Washington DC in District Of Columbia, US *Now booking Maryland weddings.3500 (USD)
USA-based wedding photographer Johnny Shryock has been documenting incredible moments since his own brother's wedding, ten years ago. He puts couples at ease, building a connection with them that allows him to capture the special moments of their wedding day.
Johnny Shryock
Arlington in Virginia, US *Now booking Maryland weddings.4250 (USD)
Natasha Lamalle is an honest story telling wedding photographer with fifteen years of experience as a journalist. Her keen ability to observe and capture the authentic and often fleeting moments of love, coupled with her trained eye and subtle approach to photography make...
Natasha Lamalle
Washington DC in District Of Columbia, US *Now booking Maryland weddings.4000 (USD)
Known for her expertise in capturing heartfelt moments, Megan Rei is a wedding photojournalist from the Washington metropolitan area. With a background in dog photography, she brings a unique perspective to every wedding.
Megan Rei
Bristow in Virginia, US *Now booking Maryland weddings.4000 (USD)
Erin Ninehouser is an Eastern USA-based wedding photographer with more than two decades of experience. She captures emotion-filled moments and emphasizes documentary photography in her work. Through her passion for community and non-profit work, she has photographed...
Erin Ninehouser
Ambridge in Pennsylvania, US *Now booking Maryland weddings.3600 (USD)
Anastasiia Polyakov's documentary style, paired with her artistic eye, enables her to beautifully capture the essence of existence through wedding photography, memorializing moments with compassion and expression.
Anastasiia Polyakov
Arlington in Virginia, US *Now booking Maryland weddings.3500 (USD)
As a documentary wedding photographer, Lauren Barkume possesses a deep love for nature and travel, which seamlessly blend into her photographs. She believes in capturing the authentic narrative of couples, empowering them to embrace their true selves.
Lauren Barkume
Alexandria in Virginia, US *Now booking Maryland weddings.4990 (USD)
Ken Pak, a wedding storyteller known for his documentary approach, captures the authentic moments of love with his camera, creating stunning visuals that tell a compelling story.
Ken Pak
Washington DC in District Of Columbia, US *Now booking Maryland weddings.3900 (USD)
John Ryan, owner of J&J Studios in Philadelphia, has been capturing breathtaking weddings worldwide since 2011 and offering photography, video, aerial, and live streaming services.
John Ryan
Lafayette Hill in Pennsylvania, US *Now booking Maryland weddings.3800 (USD)
Sarah Sta Ana is a wedding photojournalist in the Washington Metropolitan Area. With a passion for storytelling, she captures raw, pure, and beautiful moments. Her background in non-profits has shaped her approach to photography, and she continually hones her skills in...
Sarah Sta Ana
Aldie in Virginia, US *Now booking Maryland weddings.1800 (USD)
Andrew Morrell is a professional wedding photographer with a unique perspective. He has his own style, blending art and technology with his abiding love of music, and bringing an element of improvisation to the weddings and elopements he shoots.
Andrew Morrell
Cleveland in Ohio, US *Now booking Maryland weddings.3600 (USD)
USA wedding photographer Colleen Stepanian is a freelance photographer available for travel. With a few driving forces; human connection, relationships, and vulnerability, she has a responsibility to photograph present reality for the sake of human history and future...
Colleen Stepanian
Philadelphia in Pennsylvania, US *Now booking Maryland weddings.4800 (USD)
Traveling wedding photographer, Anji Martin, has been documenting special moments since childhood. With a passion for capturing moments for people, Anji now specializes in wedding and elopement photography, primarily serving couples in the Washington, DC, area but available...
Anji Martin
Washington in District Of Columbia, US *Now booking Maryland weddings.4450 (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 Maryland weddings.2250 (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.
Michelle M. Peters
Beech Creek in Pennsylvania, US *Now booking Maryland weddings.1350 (USD)
Emie McGee, a talented documentary wedding photographer from Lynchburg, VA, brings her expertise and passion for film photography to capture your special day in a unique and unforgettable way.
Emie McGee
Lynchburg in Virginia, US *Now booking Maryland weddings.3200 (USD)
Washington, D.C. native Susannah Stevens, an MA graduate in multimedia journalism from the Corcoran College of Art & Design, specializes in intimate weddings, micro-weddings, and elopements. Offering short-notice availability, she prioritizes meaningful moments. With an...
Susannah Stevens
Washington DC in District Of Columbia, US *Now booking Maryland weddings.1100 (USD)
Map of Wedding Photojournalists Serving Maryland Couples
Wedding Venue Pictures by Maryland Wedding Photographers
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Maryland Wedding, Elopement and Engagement Images by WPJA Photographers
Below are some Maryland wedding photography samples from the world’s best wedding photographers of the WPJA. Some of these Maryland marriage pictures might be artistic portraits, details, or documentary-style images that have come from getting ready sessions, wedding ceremonies, reception venues, or Maryland engagement portrait sessions with couples.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How can couples find reviews of Maryland 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 Maryland wedding photographers for their own wedding.
Q: Can a wedding photojournalist create artistic portraits on my Maryland 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 Maryland wedding photographers who have earned Artistic Guild awards for portrait and detail images.
Q: How can couples find top-ranked Maryland wedding photographers?
A: The WPJA created the original wedding photographer ranking systems. Our innovative system is based on contest winning points, meaning that the Maryland 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
Traditionally speaking, often times it is the couple’s families who help pay for their wedding. However, unfortunately that’s just not possible for everyone, especially these days when the cost of weddings can quickly and easily get out of control. Some couples find...Read more
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
RAVES, REVIEWS, AND Maryland WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER RECOMMENDATIONS
Samantha and Marc
Photo by Kevin Quinlan
We all love the photos! You worked your magic and caught some really great moments. -From the Mother of The Bride,
Meg and Matt
Photo by Kevin Quinlan
You really outdid yourself, I've gotten so many compliments. They really are fantastic!,
WPJA contest judges have been recognized by their industry peers, winning top awards as staff picture editors, staff photojournalists, and newsroom mentors while working for these and other leading publications and journalism organizations.
