Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes Wedding Photographers

Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes Wedding Photographers

Our Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes photographers also provide documentary-style coverage in: Ain, Allier, Ardeche, Cantal, Drome, Haute-Loire, Haute-Savoie, Isere, Puy-de-Dome, Rhone, Savoie

Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes Wedding Photography, Engagement Photo Sessions + Elopements

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

Recent WPJA WedElope Story Awards

Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes Photographers for Large or Small Weddings

Shooting an elopement or small Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes 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.

France WPJA members are ready to document any justice of the peace, secret, mini, 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.

30 Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes Wedding Photographers...

Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes wedding photography by Coralie Garavel of the France WPJA

Coralie Garavel, a wedding photographer with a documentary-style, fell in love with photography while capturing moments at a friend's wedding, and has since photographed around 80 weddings in France and Europe since 2015.

Coralie Garavel

Charentay in Rhone (69) , FR *Now booking Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes weddings.
1900 (EUR)
France engagements + wedding photography by Jerome Villard

Jerome Villard is a talented France wedding photojournalist who expertly captures genuine moments for couples and families. He specializes in wedding reporting and also offers sessions for couples, families, and even dogs.

Jerome Villard

Gras, FR *Now booking Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes weddings.
1500 (EUR)
France wedding photography by Angelique Blaise

As a wedding photojournalist with a knack for capturing the essence of love stories, Angelique Blaise uses her engineering background to create timeless memories for couples in France.

Angelique Blaise

Saint Montan in Ardeche(07) , FR *Now booking Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes weddings.
1300 (EUR)
Engagement Portraits by top Wedding and Elopement Photographer Sylvain Bouzat

Sylvain Bouzat is an experienced destination wedding photographer who has been capturing real moments at weddings since 2010. With his artistic approach, he creates documentary-style photos and reportages, specializing in elopements and engagement portraits. Sylvain's...

Sylvain Bouzat

Lyon, FR *Now booking Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes weddings.
4200 (EUR)
Lyon Wedding Photography by Elise Julliard of Rhone, Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes, France

Elise Julliard, a talented wedding photojournalist from France, is driven by her love for nature and adventure. With 8 years of experience, she expertly captures the raw essence of emotions and the ethereal play of light in her work.

Elise Julliard

Anse in Rhone (69) , FR *Now booking Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes weddings.
2200 (EUR)
Lifestyle portrait of Grenoble, Isere wedding photographer Florian Fauvarque

Florian Fauvarque, a talented wedding photojournalist from Grenoble, discovered his passion for capturing moments at a young age. With a keen eye for details, Florian's reportage style beautifully documents every wedding story.

Florian Fauvarque

Grenoble in Isere(38) , FR *Now booking Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes weddings.
990 (EUR)
Lyon wedding photography by Mallory Davies of the Rhone Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes France

Mallory Davies, a wedding photojournalist from Lyon, seeks creative inspiration in the breathtaking allure and untamed allure of the natural world. Leaving her former life as a graphic designer, she now pursues her adventurous spirit by capturing the essence of weddings.

Mallory Davies

Décines-Charpieu in Rhone (69) , FR *Now booking Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes weddings.
1400 (EUR)
France wedding photography in a documentary style by Florian Maguin

With his extensive skill set as a wedding photojournalist, Florian Maguin has been immortalizing the moments of couples' wedding days since 2013. Through his expert lens, he creates custom-crafted photos that blend documentary style with a creative touch.

Florian Maguin

Chavanoz in Isere(38) , FR *Now booking Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes weddings.
2000 (EUR)
BW Lifestyle Portrait of Jessica Evrard, a Wedding and Elopement Photographer

Jessica Evrard is a France-based wedding photographer who has inherited a passion for photography from her father and has been behind a camera since the age of 15. She has taken great care to archive each photo, and is always amazed with the small details in the surrounding...

Jessica Evrard

Venissieux, FR *Now booking Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes weddings.
1700 (EUR)
BW wedding photography, elopement coverage and engagement portraits by Castille Alma

Castille Alma is a French wedding photographer based in Lyon. With a background in communication, she discovered her passion for photography through a collaboration with a photographer she had hired for a campaign. For two years, she learned the technical aspects of...

Castille Alma

Lyon, FR *Now booking Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes weddings.
2300 (EUR)
Studio portrait of French wedding reportage photographer David Blateyron

David Blateyron

Sallèdes in Puy-de-Dome (63) , FR *Now booking Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes weddings.
1500 (EUR)
France couple engagement photo sessions, elopements and wedding photography by Guillaume Tranquard

Guillaume Tranquard is a French professional wedding photographer based in France. He specializes in wedding reports with a documentary and journalistic approach, producing shots that are lifestyle-driven, spontaneous, dynamic, strong, graphic, and full of life.

Guillaume Tranquard

Salagnon, FR *Now booking Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes weddings.
2390 (EUR)
BW Studio Portrait of Lyon Wedding Photographer Emilie Roy of Rhône, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France

Emilie Roy, born in Croix-Rousse, blends Savoyard roots with photography skills. From film to digital, she captures memories, based in Croix-Rousse.

Emilie Roy

Messimy in Rhone (69) , FR *Now booking Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes weddings.
1450 (EUR)
Open market photo of France wedding reportage photographer David Pommier

David Pommier, a visual and documentary approach wedding photographer from France, has been capturing authentic and unobtrusive moments since 2012. Through his storytelling and visual style, he captures the essence of the couple's wedding day, preserving the genuine...

David Pommier

Lyon, FR *Now booking Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes weddings.
2000 (EUR)
Engagement, wedding photography by Coralie Castillo

In a journalistic style, Coralie Castillo, a visual storyteller, has been capturing unforgettable moments at weddings for over 10 years in France. She has documented almost 200 weddings, from intimate gatherings to extravagant celebrations.

Coralie Castillo

Vernaison, FR *Now booking Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes weddings.
2000 (EUR)
Ambre Peyrotty, a Wedding Photographer of studio Zephyr & Luna

Ambre Peyrotty is an award-winning, France-based wedding photographer specializing in intimate weddings and elopements. With a discreet and detail-oriented approach, Ambre captures every moment with precision. With a Bachelor's degree in photography from the Ecole de...

Ambre Peyrotty

Les Sarraix in Puy-de-Dome (63) , FR *Now booking Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes weddings.
4000 (EUR)
Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes wedding photography by Puy-de-Dome-based Matthieu Muratet

In his role as a wedding photographer based in Puy-de-Dôme, Matthieu Muratet utilizes his journalistic style to capture moments and tell visual stories. With a background in war documentaries, he has honed his ability to document without being noticed.

Matthieu Muratet

Issoire in Puy-de-Dome (63) , FR *Now booking Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes weddings.
2500 (EUR)
Lifestyle Portrait of Tommy Loska, a Destination Wedding Photographer

Tommy Loska is a wedding photographer from Beaujolais, France, specializing in portrait photography for 10+ years. With a degree in Multimedia from Puy en Velay, he has covered 60+ weddings across Auvergne Rhône-Alpes, France, Europe, and Quebec. Inspired by nature,...

Tommy Loska

Ecoche in Loire (42) , FR *Now booking Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes weddings.
2400 (EUR)
Grenoble wedding photography by Chloe Perez of the Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes WPJA

Chloe Perez, the wedding photographer, was born in Montreal and currently resides in Grenoble, Isère. With an eco-conscious lifestyle, she prefers colorful and authentic photography to capture real moments that tell her clients' unique stories.

Chloe Perez

Grenoble in Isere(38) , FR *Now booking Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes weddings.
1900 (EUR)
BW studio portrait of French wedding photographer Thomas Vigliano

Thomas Vigliano, a photographer in Chambéry, Aix-les Bains, Annecy, and the Rhône-Alpes region, is a nature lover and sports enthusiast. He creates images with strong visual impact and storytelling elements. Thomas excels in capturing emotions and memories in wedding...

Thomas Vigliano

Annecy in Haute-Savoie (74) , FR *Now booking Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes weddings.
1700 (EUR)
Lifestyle Portrait of Camille Ravel, a French Wedding Photographer

Camille Ravel, based in Ardeche, France, is a wedding photographer with personal development coaching experience. A mother of two, she brings a unique perspective and sensitivity to emotional moments, capturing the beauty and love between couples on their special day.

Camille Ravel

Bourg-Saint-Andéol in Ardeche(07) , FR *Now booking Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes weddings.
3000 (EUR)
Lifestyle portrait of French wedding photographer Elodie Micciche

Elodie Micciche, a wedding photographer in Grenoble, France, fluent in English and Spanish with a Master's in Language Sciences, specializes in vibrant weddings. Starting with a CAP photographer diploma, Elodie's perfectionist approach captures authentic...

Elodie Micciche

Paladru in Isere(38) , FR *Now booking Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes weddings.
1600 (EUR)
Alienor Perrard, your wedding photographer in Lyon, France

After immersing herself in the study of human sciences and pursuing various career paths, Alienor Perrard found her passion for photography as a wedding photojournalist in Lyon.

Alienor Perrard

Francheville in Rhone (69) , FR *Now booking Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes weddings.
1550 (EUR)
WPJA POY Trophy-Winner William Lambelet - Wedding and Elopement Photographer

William Lambelet began his career as a wedding photographer in 2009. He has a special talent for capturing real moments at weddings using a photojournalistic approach. With his unique perspective, he documents every detail of the special day, no matter how big or small.

William Lambelet

Montpellier in Herault (34) , FR *Now booking Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes weddings.
2100 (EUR)
Isabelle Bazin Wedding and Elopement Photographer - isasouri photo

Combining her skillful storytelling craft with a documentary approach, Isabelle Bazin, an award-winning photographer with 25 years of experience, preserves the unique story of each wedding she photographs.

Isabelle Bazin

Goutz in Haute-Garonne (31) , FR *Now booking Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes weddings.
250/hour (EUR)
Var wedding photography by Marion Deletraz of PACA France

Marion Deletraz is an international wedding photographer, combining her specialized background in image reporting, speech therapy and animal mediation with a passion for creating ageless memories. Using her extensive skill set, she produces emotive lifestyle photojournalism...

Marion Deletraz

Cuers in Var (83) , FR *Now booking Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes weddings.
1300 (EUR)
Poitiers wedding photography by Corentin Azamoun of the Vienne, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France WPJA

Corentin Azamoun is a passionate documentary wedding photographer based in France. With a love for creativity, travel, and capturing emotions through photography, he is dedicated to creating stunning wedding memories.

Corentin Azamoun

Poitiers in Vienne (86) , FR *Now booking Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes weddings.
1600 (EUR)
Engagement, Elopement and Wedding Photography by Nicolas Bernard

Nicolas Bernard is a talented visual storyteller and journalist, with over ten years of experience in capturing life's memorable moments through his journalistic style. As a reporter-photographer, he specializes in documentary-style wedding photography.

Nicolas Bernard

Kaysersberg, FR *Now booking Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes weddings.
1490 (EUR)
Portrait of Florent Fauqueux, Photographer for marriage ceremonies and engagement sessions

French wedding photographer Florent Fauqueux uses images to touch people's hearts. His passion for photography grew when his son was born in 2010 and with the birth of his daughter, he found the intention and emotion behind a photograph. He finds joy in capturing small...

Florent Fauqueux

La Rochelle, FR *Now booking Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes weddings.
1850 (EUR)
Damien Lorek is a wedding and elopement WPJA photographer

With his expertise as a wedding photojournalist, Damien Lorek's intuitive eye captures candid moments that unfold naturally, preserving the essence of love and emotion.

Damien Lorek

Champey, FR *Now booking Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes weddings.
1500 (EUR)

Map of Wedding Photojournalists Serving Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes Couples

Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes Wedding, Elopement and Engagement Images by WPJA Photographers

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

At Peufeilhoux's Castle in France, a touching detail is frozen in time as the groom gallantly helps the bride free her shoe caught in the wooden planks of a quaint bridge on their wedding day, symbolizing care and support in marriage.
A heartwarming moment at Beaulon City Hall in France: A bride embraces her groom tenderly while their young daughter cuddles against his leg, illustrating familial love on their special day.
Groom getting his boutonnière pinned at Les Fermes de Marie hotel in Megève, trying to stay focused while friends tell jokes during wedding preparations.
Playful 'he and she' game during the wine reception at an Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes wedding, capturing their joy and love.
In the region of Isere, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, the emotional moment when the bride's brother sees her in her wedding dress for the first time at their parent's home.
In Isere, a playful moment captured in a church as the couple’s son hides under the altar, trying to escape quietly during the priest’s speech at the wedding.
A beautiful moment captured as the bride dresses up in her home in Rhône, raising her arm to slip into her wedding dress.
Amidst the groom's preparations at a charming Rhône reception venue, his son arrives in tears, prompting the bride and groom's guests to reunite father and son before the wedding.
In a picturesque reception venue in Ardeche, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, the newlyweds share a tender post ceremony wedding kiss under the veil.
At the city hall in Isere, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, the couple's love is immortalized as they passionately kiss beside a striking modern statue - a memorable wedding portrait.
Guest at the reception venue in Ardeche, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, attempts to shatter the pinata with flair by kicking it overhead
Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes bride bursts into laughter next to the groom during outdoor ceremony

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Where can I find a photographer for a short-notice, small Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes 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 Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes wedding day by.
Q: Can a wedding photojournalist create artistic portraits on my Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes 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 Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes wedding photographers who have earned Artistic Guild awards for portrait and detail images.
Q: How can couples find Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes photographers for pre-wedding engagement portraits?
A: The WPJA issues Diamond Awards for Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes 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.

Getting Married in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes - Planning for the Best Wedding Photography

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