Wedding Photos of Nature

The following “Nature” 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 “Nature” 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.

A touching moment captured in this photo of a groom shedding tears during his vows in the serene outdoors of Upstate New York, earning it a well-deserved WPJA Spotlight award.

Emotional Vows: A Groom's Tearful Promise in Upstate New York

The WPJA Spotlight awarded photograph captured the elegant bride and groom embracing on a picturesque tree stump, with a backdrop of cut firewood at Spring Ranch in Mendocino, California.

Rustic Romance: Embrace Amidst Nature at Spring Ranch

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As the Yellowstone tourists snapped a quick selfie at the scenic viewpoint, the couple exchanged heartfelt vows surrounded by the breathtaking natural beauty.

Celebrating Love and Nature at Yellowstone | Couple's Vows and Surprise Photobombers

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A sleepy ring bearer rests in a field at Blackberry Cove in Weaverville, NC, after a long day of waiting for the wedding to begin.

Sleepy Ring Bearer Takes a Break in Beautiful Blackberry Cove, Weaverville | A Long Day of Waiting for the Wedding

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Surrounded by the beauty of Denver, Colorado, the bride happily embraces her groom after sharing their personal vows at their hotel.

Colorado Bride Happily Embraces Groom | Personal Vows at Denver Hotel

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A romantic image captured as the groom lifts his bride on a rustic path in the forest surrounded by lush greenery in Amsterdam.

Amsterdam Wedding Pic | Romantic Groom Lifts Bride on Rustic Forest Path Surrounded by Greenery

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Near the tall trees at Domaine Chloe du lac in Montferrat, France, a couple stands in a head to head pose, captured in a double exposure.

MONTFERRAT, FRANCE| Couple Stands in Double Exposure with Trees at Domaine Chloe du Lac

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Couple embraces and shares a kiss in a picturesque forest setting in Lanloup, Brittany.

LANLOUP, BRITTANY | Couple Embraces and Shares a Kiss in a Picturesque Forest Setting

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Bride's bouquet surrounded by eager hands, reaching against a backdrop of cloudy skies at Lac de Paladru in Isère, France.

LAC DE PALADRU | Beautiful Bridal Bouquet with Dramatic Cloudy Skies in Isère, France

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At Le Clos de Florie, in Savoie, France, this portrait captures the happy bride and groom as they stand side by side, surrounded by the beauty of a bamboo forest. The couple's love is evident as they hold hands on their special day.

LE CLOS DE FLORIE | Happy Bride and Groom in the Beauty of a Bamboo Forest

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Moselle wedding day detail shot of bride and groom's hand-in-hand with their wedding bands in front of a picturesque field at sunset.

MOSELLE WEDDING DAY DETAIL | Couple is Hand-In-Hand with Sunset Field Backdrop

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A romantic portrait of a couple at the scenic Arrecife de las Sirenas in Cabo de Gata, Almería, Spain, surrounded by rocky cliffs and a boat launch site.

ARRECIFE DE LAS SIRENAS in CABO DE GATA | Couple's Portrait at Boat Launch

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Romantic image from a bridge in naturepark De Biesbosch, Netherlands. Beautiful bride walking towards groom with dress caught by the wind. Drone captures stunning aerial shot.

NATUREPARK DE BIESBOSCH | Bride walking towards groom on bridge | Stunning aerial shot

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The wedding rings glistening in a puddle, adorned with delicate fallen blossoms in Essen Kettwig, Germany.

ESSEN KETTWIG | Wedding Rings Glistening in Puddle with Fallen Blossoms

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Pre-wedding portrait of engaged couple and dog walking in Mt. Falcon Park, Indian Hills, CO. Stunning nature backdrop and cloudy sky set the scene.

Engaged Couple, Canine Companion & Captivating Scenery at Mt. Falcon Park

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Wedding photo taken at sunset in Budapest, Hungary. Couple in nature with sunlight washing out the black and white frame, giving the image muted tones.

Sunset Romance: Budapest Wedding Couple Glows in Sun-Drenched Nature Setting With Muted Tones

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Wedding photo taken featuring a couple illuminated by sunlight between olive trees in Italy

Romantic Italian Olive Grove Wedding: Stunning Sunlight Captures Couple's Love Amidst Nature's Beauty

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Amidst the majestic pines of Mitchells Mountain Meadows in Truckee, California, a girl adds a touch of whimsy to the outdoor reception as she dances gracefully with her parasol. Against the backdrop of nature's beauty, her joyful movements are captured.

Dancing Under the Pines: A Whimsical Moment at Mitchells Mountain Meadows, Truckee

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In a serene moment at Lake Oak Meadows Weddings and Events in Temecula, CA, the newlyweds are caught wiping away tears of joy right after saying "I do" outdoors.

Newlyweds Embrace at Lake Oak Meadows Weddings and Events in Temecula

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A romantic wedding photo captured at Flag Hill Winery in New Hampshire, showing a couple sitting by an orchard with a campfire burning in the background during the tranquil blue hour after a rainy day.

Romantic Wedding Bliss at Flag Hill Winery: Couple by Orchard with Campfire at Blue Hour

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A newlywed couple stands beneath a canopy of lush trees at Stockton House during their outdoor wedding ceremony, with billowy clouds and a clear blue sky completing the picturesque scene.

Enchanting Outdoor Wedding at Stockton House: Newlyweds Amid Lush Trees, Billowy Clouds, Clear Sky

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A couple in formal attire enjoys a leisurely horseback ride at Fantasy Ranch in Crested Butte, Colorado, on their wedding day, showcasing the beauty of love and nature blending together in a breathtaking setting.

Love and Nature Unite: Wedding Couple on Horseback at Fantasy Ranch, Crested Butte, Colorado

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A couple enjoying the swing in the park. Shot by a Florianópolis wedding photographer at Parque Estadual do Rio Vermelho. This is a creative portrait with a touch of natural beauty and romance.

Brazil Sweethearts: Natural Beauty in Florianópolis Engagement Portrait

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A romantic couple on their wedding day in Cazorla, Jaén, Spain, sharing a kiss in a picturesque forest setting with a white smoke grenade creating a heavenly backdrop.

Romantic Couple's Dreamy Kiss: Cazorla, Jaén, Spain Wedding in Enchanted Forest with Smoke Grenade

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Bride walks into the ocean at French's Point in Maine during a serene wedding day portrait session at the outdoor venue under the sun.

Serene Ocean Stroll: Bride at French's Point Venue in Maine, Sunlit Wedding Portrait Session

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In Moselle, a couple lovingly gazes into each other's eyes amidst a bamboo forest on their wedding day portrait session in nature.

Romantic Moment: Couple in Love amidst Bamboo Forest, Moselle, Captured in Wedding Portrait Session

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Romantic engagement portrait captured amidst the lush greenery of Jardin des Plantes, Toulouse. This couple's love story unfolds as they sit embraced, surrounded by nature, symbolizing their union.

Romantic Embrace | Love Blossoms in Nature's Embrace: A Dreamy Portrait Session

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Engaged couple in Estes Park, Co, enjoy the serene mountain surroundings as they bond over music, creating a heartfelt scene through an impromptu nature jam session with a guitar.

Serene Mountain Serenade | Engaged Couple's Heartfelt Nature Jam Session in Estes Park, CO

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Winter Park, FL: A couple in love poses for a lifestyle portrait surrounded by nature. They share a passionate embrace by the water, beautifully captured and highlighted by the talented photographer.

Winter Park, FL: Nature's Amorous Canvass | Passionate Love Immortalized in Stunning Portrait

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Lifestyle couple portrait at Bevano River Mouth Sanctuary, Ravenna, Italy. Beautifully highlighted by the photographer, the image captures a sweet candid cuddle in the windy nature sanctuary. It features a tight shot of him hugging her from behind.

Stunning Photo Session: Italian Elegance in Ravenna | Bevano Romance

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