Wedding Photos of Portugal

The following “Portugal” images were created by documentary wedding photographers from the WPJA, who regularly submit their best candid moments, artistic portraits, details, and scene setters for review by our WPJA competition judges.

WEDDINGS + ELOPEMENTS + ARTISTIC PORTRAITS & DETAILS + ENGAGEMENT SESSIONS

Some of the “Portugal” marriage photography samples below may have come from the getting ready events, the actual wedding ceremony, the reception after-party, an engagement session with the couple, or possibly be artistic portraits or detail shots.

FINE ART WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY: Our Artistic Guild award winners take a more creative approach to wedding day Portraits and use their innovative skills to capture the Details of each couple’s special day. The Artistic Guild’s Scene Setters are some of the most notable and breathtaking from within the artistic WPJA contest categories. Playing with light and shadow, special effects, and post-production editing, these images embrace the artistic component of wedding photography.

PRE-WEDDING ENGAGEMENT PHOTOGRAPHY: The story of every couple starts long before the wedding day, and the engagement marks one of the most important milestones in their story. Engaged couples often want to celebrate the occasion and announce their upcoming wedding with a photoshoot. Pre-wedding portraits of an engaged couple can be just as moving and compelling as the images taken on the wedding day. Engagement portraits can win a Diamond Award, an exclusive WPJA award whose winner is selected from the best engagement photography in the world.

Elegant black and white photograph of bride and bridesmaid entering the van outside Altis Avenida Hotel in Lisboa, Portugal on the wedding day, capturing a moment of anticipation and excitement as they make their way to the main venue.

Bride and Bridesmaid Entering Van in Lisbon: A Captivating Moment of Wedding Anticipation

A heartwarming wedding scene unfolds as the couple shares their first dance at Quinta do Roseiral in Ericeira, Portugal, with children watching in awe as they float on the fog.

Magical First Dance Unfolds at Quinta do Roseiral in Ericeira, Portugal with Awe-Struck Children

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A beautiful wedding moment at Quinta de Monfalim in Sobral de Monte Agraço, Portugal, as the couple cuts their cake surrounded by guests holding sparklers, culminating in a heartfelt embrace, captured at the venue amidst emotional connections.

Sparkling Sparklers Surrounded: Quinta De Monfalim Cake Cutting Embrace in Sobral De Monte Agraço

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Bride and groom exiting Lisbon church, shielded under veil from rain of petals and rice, captured by a WPJA wedding photographer.

Blooming Love: A Lisbon Church Exit

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During an Ishmaelite wedding ceremony at SANA Metropolitan venue in Lisboa, Portugal, the groom's brother and bride humorously wipe off sweat together on a hot day.

Bonding through Laughter: A Playful Moment at an Ishmaelite Wedding in Lisbon

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A joyful Baraat ceremony in Penha Longa, Sintra, Portugal, where the groom, unfamiliar with horse riding, is cheered on by his guests in a vibrant procession towards his bride.

The Joyful Baraat: A Groom's Ride to Love in Penha Longa

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Capturing the anticipation and joy of the bride, this award-winning image showcases a close-up of her hand and flowers she leaves the church in Lisbon, Portugal. The bouquet held tightly inside the car, accompanied by vibrant confetti on the ground.

Blooming Bliss: Bride's Hand and Bouquet amidst Lisbon Celebration

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Award-winning wedding photographer captures an intimate embrace for the newlyweds after their religious ceremony near the stunning Tejo's river view at SUD Lisboa, Portugal, as a passing kid on a bike adds a charming touch.

Tejo's river embrace: A captivating moment captured at SUD Lisboa

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Two guests sitting in fancy chairs by a small table on the grass at a wedding venue in Alenquer, Portugal, captured by a talented Portugal wedding photographer

Alenquer Bliss: A Captivating Moment at a Portugal Wedding

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Trofa, Portugal - Beautifully captured by a Portugal wedding photographer, this image shows a bride and groom holding hands in a frame adorned with multiple layers and reflections

Capturing Love's Reflections: A Documentary Wedding in Trofa, Portugal

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In Vila do Conde, Portugal, a wedding photographer expertly captures an indoor ceremony. The photo shows the bride and groom seated, with guests seated and reflected in the window glass

A Magical Moment in Vila do Conde: Masterful Wedding Photography Captures the Intimate Reflections

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At the VIP Santa Iria Hotel in Lisbon, Portugal, a wedding photographer captures a joyful moment. The groom is embraced by guests on the dance floor, creating a heartwarming image.

Love and Laughter at VIP Santa Iria Hotel: Capturing a Joyful Moment on the Dance Floor

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At the Casa Sacoto venue in Torres Vedras, Portugal, a documentary wedding photographer captured this WPJA Honor Award-winning image. It shows the couple leaving the ceremony location, while the groom picks up a rose from the floor, with guests in the bac

Love in Motion: A WPJA Honor Award Documentary Photo at Casa Sacoto, Portugal

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In this image taken at Quinta de Sant'Ana in Gradil, Portugal, two sisters share a kiss while the groom engages in conversation with a guest during the wedding reception

Quinta de Sant'Ana: A Heartfelt Celebration in Gradil, Portugal - Two Sisters Unite in a Sweet Kiss as the Groom Charms the Crowd

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A documentary wedding photographer captured this WPJA Honor Award-winning image at Quinta de Sant'Ana in Portugal. The photo shows a bride showing her dress to her sisters in a mirror, while her daughter plays with a smartphone.

Mirror Reflection: A Captivating Moment Amidst Sisterhood and Modern Technology

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Engaged couple basks in the beautiful glow of the Lisbon garden sunset, captured by a renowned Portugal wedding photographer, showcasing their love against a dramatic dark backdrop.

Romantic Bliss: Delighting in Lisbon's Garden Sunset - Captured by a Celebrated Portugal Wedding Photographer, This Engaged Couple Radiates Love Against a Breathtaking Dark Backdrop

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Engagement portrait of a couple exploring the serene Blue Lagoon in Lisboa, Portugal, as they stroll by a stunning large fallen tree, captured by a talented Portugal wedding photographer.

Discovering Love in Lisbon: Serene Blue Lagoon Engagement Portrait Amidst Portugal's Majestic Fallen Tree

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Engaged couple gracefully dance inside the enchanting walls of Monserrate Palace's ruins chapel in Sintra, Portugal, captured by a renowned PT wedding photographer.

Love Tango Amidst Timeless Beauty: A Captivating Engagement at Sintra's Monserrate Palace

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Engaged couple blissfully embraces amidst the stunning sunset at Monserrate Palace in Sintra, Portugal, captured beautifully in BW by an artistic Portugal wedding photographer.

Romantic Serenade at Sunset: Mesmerizing Love Unveiled at Monserrate Palace, Sintra, Portugal

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Engagement portrait of a couple at Guincho beach, Cascais, Portugal. Against the stunning sunset, they lovingly embrace, surrounded by the vast sky and calm water. Captured by a top Portugal wedding photographer.

Love at Guincho: Embracing Romance Against a Breathtaking Sunset at Cascais, Portugal's Stunning Beach

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Engaged couple in Sintra, Lisbon, Portugal, stand in the midst of a scenic forest, embracing on a captivating curving road, captured by a talented Portugal wedding photographer.

Amidst the Enchanting Forest: A Captivating Engagement Portrait in Sintra, Lisbon

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Engagement portrait in Sintra, Portugal: An Indian couple, captured by a top wedding photographer in Portugal, poses tenderly near a dead tree, creating a romantic and timeless image in black and white.

Enchanting Love amidst Sintra's Beauty: Indian Couple Embrace by a Weathered Tree, Captured by Portugal's Finest Wedding Photographer

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Guests at a wedding reception in Porto, Portugal, raise their phones for pictures as they admire the beautifully decorated wedding cake and the couple raising their glasses

Porto Wedding Delights: A Captivating Toast to Joyful Moments

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An engagement portrait of a couple at Monserrate Palace in Sintra, Portugal, was framed beautifully under an arch

Captivating Engagement Portrait of a Couple at Monserrate Palace in Sintra, Portugal, Framed under a Stunning Arch

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At the bride's house in Lisbon, Portugal, a captivating image captures coconuts in the bride's hands during a Hindu ritual, showcasing the intricate details of the traditional wedding items.

Bride's Lisbon Wedding: Coconuts Expose Traditional Hindu Details

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An unforgettable wedding image was captured at Vila do Conde, Portugal featuring smiling faces and toasting glasses in hands

A wedding photo of toasting guests was taken at Vila do Conde, Portugal

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A couple in Lisbon, Portugal are looking forward to their upcoming nuptials as they enjoy the view

Lisbon, Portugal: A couple eagerly anticipates their wedding, admiring the scenery

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A couple is getting ready to tie the knot in Lisbon, Portugal, as they pose for a black and white portrait amidst the city's diagonal cable lines

Lisbon, Portugal: A couple, ready to tie the knot, pose for a black and white portrait on the boardwalk

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A passionate gaze between an engaged couple was captured in strong sunlight and shadows at Palácio da Pena, Sintra, Portugal during their lifestyle session

The happy couple embraced, their gaze illuminated by strong sunlight and shadows, as they prepared for their upcoming wedding

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A bride and groom to be are enjoying an engaged couple lifestyle session in Évora, Portugal

The bride and groom-to-be are beaming with joy as they walk through the streets, embracing each other tightly in anticipation of their wedding day

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