County Down Wedding Photographers

County Down Wedding Photographers

Our County Down photographers also provide documentary-style coverage in: Belfast, Bangor, Dundonald, Lisburn, Newry, Newtownards, Banbridge, Downpatrick, Holywood, Carryduff

County Down Wedding Photography, Engagement Photo Sessions + Elopements

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

Recent WPJA WedElope Story Awards

County Down Photographers for Large or Small Weddings

Shooting an elopement or small County Down 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.

Northern Ireland WPJA members are ready to document any pop-up, justice of the peace, secret, 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 County Down Wedding Venues

2 County Down Wedding Photographers...

Wedding and elopement photography by Jonathan Ryder

Jonathan Ryder is a traveling full-time wedding photographer with 8 years of experience. He and his wife Róisín live in Belfast with two little kids, enjoying outdoor adventures and lots of coffee on weekends together.

Jonathan Ryder

Belfast in County Antrim, GB *Now booking County Down weddings.
1695 (GBP)
United Kingdom documentary wedding photography by Dominique Shaw of York Place Studios

Dominique Shaw, an England wedding photographer, takes a documentary approach to storytelling, capturing the authentic moments of a wedding. With her unobtrusive style and fine art influences, she brings a visual perspective that is both captivating and authentic.

Dominique Shaw

London, GB *Now booking County Down weddings.
3500 (GBP)

Map of Wedding Photojournalists Serving County Down Couples

County Down Wedding, Elopement and Engagement Images by WPJA Photographers

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

The bride and groom's friends complete an extraordinary performance on the dance floor to kick-off the evening party at the Clandeboye Lodge Hotel, Northern Ireland
Inside the Clandeboye Lodge Hotel, Northern Ireland, the groom finishes dressing his son just before the ceremony, who is reaching out to touch a piece of art on the wall
Documentary photography from Finnebrogue Woods wedding venue in County Down, Northern Ireland showing The youngest bridesmaid sitting alone above the lake during the evening reception, kept company by a small dog

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How can couples find reviews of County Down 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 County Down wedding photographers for their own wedding.
Q: Where can I find a photographer for a short-notice, small County Down 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 County Down wedding day by.
Q: Can a wedding photojournalist create artistic portraits on my County Down 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 County Down wedding photographers who have earned Artistic Guild awards for portrait and detail images.
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