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South Africa Wedding Photographers

Our South Africa photographers also provide documentary-style coverage in: Gauteng, Cape Town, Durban, Johannesburg, Germiston-Ekurhuleni, Pretoria, Nelspruit-Ehlanzeni, Rustenburg, Port Elizabeth

South Africa Wedding Photography, Engagement Photo Sessions + Elopements

Intimate Wedding Photography in South Africa - Capturing the Joy of Small Celebrations - Discover the best South Africa 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 South Africa 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, South Africa 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 bride and groom held hands as they said their vows in a small wedding ceremony with stunning panoramic views of the mountains
Tyler Vu
Bride and groom wander hand in hand past a charming souvenir vendor, symbolizing the city's authentic charm and warm welcome
Samuele Ciaffoni
Friends of the newlyweds shower them with rose petals as they leave the bride's home
Fatih Cinar

South Africa Photographers for Large or Small Weddings

Shooting an elopement or small South Africa 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.

Africa WPJA members are ready to document any themed, justice of the peace, fast, 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 South Africa Wedding Venues

3 South Africa Wedding Photographers...

Self-Portrait of Nicolas Bastien, a Marriage Photographer

Nicolas Bastien, a documentary wedding photographer, is driven by his love for travel and salted butter. He believes that travel can make us richer and embodies values of sharing, tolerance, and humility. His passion for photography lies in capturing the authentic moments...

Nicolas Bastien

Quimper in Finistere (29) , FR *Now booking South Africa weddings.
4
3
950 (EUR)
Brazil wedding photography and couple engagement portraits by Eric Corbacho

Wedding photographer Eric Corbacho fuses emotions and high-volume photography to tell stories. With drawings and images influenced by Geraldo de Barros and Bruce Gilden, Eric captures moments from around the world from his base in Brazil.

Eric Corbacho

São Caetano do Sul in São Paulo, BR *Now booking South Africa weddings.
96
1
123
9 (BRL)
Color portrait of wedding photographer Lauren Barkume

Lauren Barkume is a Washington Metro Area wedding photographer with a passion for nature, travel and joy. She has a unique photographic style, creating beautiful images with soul and story. Lauren believes in helping people feel seen and empowering them to be their true...

Lauren Barkume

Alexandria in Virginia, US *Now booking South Africa weddings.
4
13
4990 (USD)

1 more photographers available for your wedding...

1500 US Dollar

Johannesburg Wedding Photo & Film: Adam Hilton

Johannesburg in Gauteng, South Africa

Timeless Imagery: Johannesburg Photographer Captures Authentic Love & Emotion

Map of Wedding Photojournalists Serving South Africa Couples

South Africa Wedding, Elopement and Engagement Images by WPJA Photographers

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

At a Cape Town couple portrait session, the pair were expertly captured with half of the frame in shadows and the other half bathed in sunlight, creating a striking and minimalistic image that perfectly showcased their love.
In Gauteng, South Africa, the couple laughs as they open a bottle of champagne
A Save the Date in Cape Town. South Africa portrait of the couple sitting and kissing on the streets as construction workers walk past them
Stellenbosch Forest Fine Art Engagement silhouette image taken in the forest makes for a moody engagement photo
Twelve Apostles Hotel, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa wedding image of The bride smiling through her tears as she says her vows during the outdoor wedding ceremony
wedding image of The daughter of the couple embracing them after they finally got married at Twelve Apostles Hotel, Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa
The Twelve Apostles Hotel, Cape Town, Western Cape intimate moment between the groom and his grandmother during their wedding day preparations
Western Cape wedding photographer: "This was taken at Gold Reef City theme park in Johannesburg, South Africa. The park was almost closed and we sneaked in a last photo with an empty merry-go-round and the late afternoon sun."
Johannesburg city centre - South Africa Wedding Photographer: "The couple opted for a 'night shoot in the city' theme. I used the vibrant colours and motion to make this image pop."
Wedding Photographer Adam Hilton of Gauteng, South Africa

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How can couples find reviews of South Africa 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 South Africa wedding photographers for their own wedding.
Q: Where can I find a photographer for a short-notice, small South Africa wedding?
A: There are many WPJA photographers who are able to help you out at a moment's notice. We understand that sometimes love happens and there's simply no time to lose. We can ensure that you can get married as quickly as possible — and have incredible photographs to remember your South Africa wedding day by.
Q: Who are the best South Africa wedding photographers for small elopements?
A: The WPJA is proud to have some of the top South Africa 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.
WPJA Communiqué: Featured Wedding Photography Articles
Small Weddings - How to Budget and Save
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
Essential Elopement Vendor - The Photographer
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
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

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

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