Ontario Wedding Photographers

Ontario Wedding Photographers

Our Ontario photographers also provide documentary-style coverage in: Toronto, Ottawa, Brampton, Hamilton, London, Markham, Vaughan, Kitchener, Windsor

Ontario Wedding Photography, Engagement Photo Sessions + Elopements

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

Recent WPJA WedElope Story Awards

Ontario Photographers for Large or Small Weddings

Shooting an elopement or small Ontario 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.

Canada WPJA members are ready to document any DIY - do it yourself, courthouse, themed, 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 Ontario Wedding Venues

15 Ontario Wedding Photographers...

Ottawa wedding photography by Kathi Robertson

In her role as a wedding photojournalist, Ottawa's own Kathi Robertson skillfully captures moments of the wedding day with a journalistic style. With a background in fashion and commercial photography, Kathi's unique approach ensures that details are captured,...

2500 (CAD)
Kitchener, Ontario wedding and elopement photography by Lori-Anne Crewe - Canada WPJA

Lori-Anne Crewe, a destination wedding photographer based in Canada, approaches photography with a documentary approach and storytelling craft. Through her lens, she beautifully captures the essence of love and happiness that fills weddings.

275/hour (CAD)

Ben Benvie, a Toronto-based wedding photojournalist, excels in his ability to capture the moments with stunning detail. With his journalistic style, he records the emotions and passion of each event, while remaining unobtrusive. Clients depend on his expertise for their...

2500 (CAD)
Canada engagement, wedding and elopement photographer Viara Mileva - Quirky Love Photography

Viara Mileva is a documentary-style wedding photographer based in Canada. With a strong academic foundation and skills in drawing, fiction writing, and music production, she finds joy in capturing genuine moments of emotion and interaction between couples and their families.

500/hour (CAD)
Ontario / Brampton wedding and elopement photography by Aniket Sananse of Canada

Aniket Sananse is an international traveling documentary wedding photographer, capturing the genuine emotions and unscripted moments of weddings and elopements.

2000 (CAD)
BW studio portrait of Toronto wedding photographer Thomas Campean, of Ontario Canada

In a journalistic style, Thomas Campean, a Toronto-based wedding photographer, uses his background in journalism and experience working for a news agency in London to creatively tell wedding stories.

3200 (CAD)

Shayne Bampton is a Toronto-based wedding photographer. With experience as a drummer and assistant/2nd shooter to award-winning photographers, Graduating college and traveling with bands sparked a passion for photography and the memories it preserves.

2500 (CAD)
Canada Wedding Reportage Photography by Colleen Johnson

Colleen Anne Johnson is an Ottawa-based wedding photographer who specializes in capturing the emotions and moments shared between couples and their loved ones. With a focus on reportage style photography, Colleen's photos beautifully capture the wedding day,...

2190 (CAD)
Kingston wedding photography by Josh Sauer of the Ontario WPJA

Josh Sauer, a Kingston wedding photographer, specializes in capturing the raw and creative vibe of weddings. With a background in street photography and a curiosity for people's lives, he approaches each wedding with great care and creativity.

2650 (CAD)
Canada wedding and elopement photographer Esther Gibbons

Esther Gibbons is a traveling wedding photographer specializing in capturing real moments and natural portraits. With a down-to-earth approach and impeccable timing, she puts couples at ease and tells their unique love stories. Since 2009, she has photographed weddings of...

Esther Gibbons

Montreal in Quebec, CA *Now booking Ontario weddings.
3600 (CAD)
BW studio portrait of adventure wedding photographer Eliza Slobodzian

Eliza Slobodzian, an experienced wedding photojournalist hailing from Canada, captures the true essence of love and emotion at weddings.

Eliza Slobodzian

Cochrane in Alberta, CA *Now booking Ontario weddings.
4000 (CAD)
Canada wedding and elopement photography by Lauren Hannah Garcia

Lauren Hannah Garcia is a traveling Canada wedding photographer passionate about capturing the connections between couples, family, and friends. She has been in the business for over a decade now, finding joy and inspiration in the frantic energy and emotion of weddings.

Lauren Hannah Garcia

Edmonton in Alberta, CA *Now booking Ontario weddings.
3300 (CAD)
Lifestyle portrait of wedding photographer Rick Collins of Love You Me Picture studio

Rick Collins has 20 years of photojournalism experience and specializes in documentary wedding photography. His work incorporates natural beauty and stunning portraits for couples to cherish, both at home and abroad.

Rick Collins

Victoria in British Columbia, CA *Now booking Ontario weddings.
3600 (CAD)

John Lee, a professional wedding photographer at Johnleegraphy, has a photojournalistic approach that captures genuine moments. With a start in 2009 in Hong Kong, his satisfied clients continue to praise his exceptional skills.

John Lee

Ma On Shan, HK *Now booking Ontario weddings.
19800 (HKD)

2 more photographers available for your wedding...

2300 Canadian Dollar

Ottawa, Ontario Wedding Photographer: W. Mike Lucy

Ottawa in Ontario, Canada

Passionate and personable photographer captures stunning moments

Mike has been working as a documentary photographer since his university days as the University Press Photo Editor, He has had a Leica in his hand since he first discovered...

300/hour Canadian Dollar

Toronto, Ontario Wedding Photography Studio: Percy Tong

Toronto in Ontario, Canada

Experienced Photographer Capturing Wedding Moments in Toronto

Canada-based wedding photojournalist offering specialized wedding, corporate and private photography services to our clients worldwide. I focus on capturing the important,...

Map of Wedding Photojournalists Serving Ontario Couples

Ontario Wedding, Elopement and Engagement Images by WPJA Photographers

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

In this heartfelt image captured by an Ottawa wedding photographer, the scene takes place at a church in Ottawa, Ontario. The bride is seen wiping a tear under her veil, while her bridesmaids stand in a line behind her.
A couple in love stands close together under the Guelph Covered Bridge in Ontario, one of their cherished spots
In a private backyard in Elginburg, Ontario, a chicken curiously gazes at the beautiful bridal bouquet, adding a touch of whimsy to the wedding photo.
WPJA Honor Award-winning image captures a heartfelt moment as the bride prepares for her big day with the loving support of her mother and sister at a private home in Kingston, Ontario.
A wedding photojournalist captures a moment as a bridesmaid helps the bride adjust her wedding garter near the venue in Muskoka, Canada. Their location adds a special touch to this WPJA Honor Award-winning image.
The bride and groom stand together, smiling for a photo, taken by the groom's uncle, against a backdrop of a backyard ceremony in Ontario, Canada
At a movie theatre in Kitchener, Ontario, the bride's step-mother takes a break before the family portraits to enjoy an ice cream
A couple posed for an engagement shoot on a private yacht at Simcoe Lake, Ontario, which resulted in an image with a light pastel tonal palette
After the ceremony, the newlyweds enjoyed a romantic picnic in Kitchener, Ontario, their hands intertwined as they sat on a blanket, captured in a high angle detail shot
The newlyweds in Kitchener, Ontario, took a romantic portrait walk on a wooden plank path through the woods at their backyard wedding reception
In this black and white detail shot at the Toronto, Ontario wedding ceremony, the heart-shaped design on the shirt complements the envelope in his hand
At a ceremony in Toronto, Ontario, there was a solo candle and extreme low lighting in the room

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How can couples find reviews of Ontario 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 Ontario wedding photographers for their own wedding.
Q: How can couples find Ontario photographers for pre-wedding engagement portraits?
A: The WPJA issues Diamond Awards for Ontario 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: How can couples find top-ranked Ontario wedding photographers?
A: The WPJA created the original wedding photographer ranking systems. Our innovative system is based on contest winning points, meaning that the Ontario 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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RAVES, REVIEWS, AND Ontario WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER RECOMMENDATIONS

Jenny & Owen

Photo by Shayne Bampton

Thank you soooooooo much!!! For the record, I hate having my photo taken, but you made me (and all of our wedding guests) feel very comfortable. As we share photos with friends and family, the positive feedback from how FANTASTIC the images are is overwhelming. Everyone agreed that we hired a personable, professional photographer - our only regret was that you couldn't stay and party with us! Your passion for your work is obvious in the quality. I will, and have, recommend you to anyone in need of a photographer.

Melissa and Dick

Photo by Rick Collins

Rick you are unbelievably great. Your images are stunning, and you caught them all without interrupting the wedding at all. All of our images are beautifully composed. These are all artbook shots, without a hint of cheese anywhere! I have many loves about the entire experience with you. Here are but a few: I love how you are a true photojournalist, not interrupting anything, ever! Many photogs claim to be photojournalists but then make you re-do the ring exchange after the ceremony. Our shots are all true and very special moments captured as they actually happened. And I love how flexible you are in working out options for us that we could afford. Thank you for that! And finally, I love the fact that you love shooting. You stayed through the whole party and dare I say looked like you were having fun. Please let me know if you need a reference as I would highly recommend you to anyone.

Dawn & Man

Photo by John Lee

Thank you for creating such a precious memory for our wedding. It was when I searched on the internet for just the perfect photographer for our wedding that I came upon your website. Your work is truly inspiring, your pictures are full of warmth and you are able to capture all those touching and meaningful moments. With you, we were certain that our wedding pictures are in good hands and we looked forward to a warm and God-loving wedding. Recalling the discussions before the wedding, your replies were always quick and passionate. You asked for our wedding details and our input on ideas gave us confident that you were serious in your work. Meanwhile we expressed to you that we hope to capture a lot of happy and cheerful moments, not necessary of ourselves but also of our guests. Now with the photos in our hands, we cannot help but laugh out loud as we go through the pictures in delight. We were wondering what was exactly happening during the time you caught the picture of people laughing so hard. We are sharing all these lovely pictures with our family and friends and everyone is so touched and pleased with them. Of course, you made us look so beautiful in these photos as we never thought we could be so photogenic! Our parents are also praising with laughter, "They are so stunning!". We really want to give a big thank you for the work you have done on our special day. Thank you Lord we met such an upbeat and passionate photographer who is able to grasp precious moments and is thoughtful of the bride and groom. We also appreciate your two assistants for their help. Wish you all the best and hope you can continue taking more sweet photos for the newly weds.