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Florida Wedding Photographers
Florida Wedding Photographers
Our Florida photographers also provide documentary-style coverage in: Jacksonville, Miami, Tampa, Orlando, St. Petersburg, Hialeah, Tallahassee, Fort Lauderdale, Cape Coral, Pembroke Pines
Florida Wedding Photography, Engagement Photo Sessions + Elopements
Intimate Wedding Photography in Florida - Capturing the Joy of Small Celebrations - Discover the best Florida 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 Florida 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, Florida documentary wedding photographers available right now who understand that some weddings and elopements can’t wait. Find yours today!
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Florida Photographers for Large or Small Weddings
Shooting an elopement or small Florida 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.
United States WPJA members are ready to document any themed, secret, DIY - do it yourself, 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.
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29 Florida Wedding Photographers...
As a documentary wedding photographer with more than 20 years of experience, Rosina DiBello is a master at capturing the raw emotions and beautiful moments of weddings.
3500 (USD)
Julie Ambos has been a Florida wedding photographer for 15 years. She is a self-made, award-winning artist, renowned for capturing candid moments and providing a stunning photojournalistic aesthetic.
3450 (USD)
Samantha Moore is a wedding photojournalist who loves connecting with people through photography. She has been documenting weddings since college and has had the pleasure of shooting in various locations worldwide. Samantha feels honored when chosen to capture couples...
2950 (USD)
Jess, a full-time wedding photographer since 2006, ranked 4th worldwide by WPJA in 2015. Skilled in candid photography, she captures love and laughter with responsibility. Photography is her passion and integral to her being.
3500 (USD)
In a journalistic style, Dan Harris, a wedding photojournalist, expertly captures the fleeting moments of love and joy that occur during weddings. His extensive portfolio showcases the unforgettable memories he has captured, and he has been recognized with numerous...
400/hour (USD)
Stephanie Sonju is an USA destination wedding photographer. Growing up, her parents' passion for photography inspired her own, and she has a particular adoration for printed work, making handcrafted albums to ensure her clients have physical memories for years to come.
3100 (USD)
Carolina Guzik is a wedding photographer based in Miami, Florida. With a love for capturing special moments, she dedicates her career to showcasing genuine emotions. When not working, Carolina enjoys yoga, watching popular TV shows, and indulging in ice cream.
3000 (USD)
Drawing from her background in professional lighting design, Brittany Diliberto, an East Coast USA-based photographer, applies a documentary approach to her visual storytelling. Through her artistic lens, she skillfully captures spectacular moments, creating a visual...
Brittany Diliberto
Arlington in Virginia, US *Now booking Florida weddings.4250 (USD)
Franck Petit is a passionate French wedding photographer with experience since 2012. He is inspired by moments of joy and love, which he has dedicated himself to capture since personal experience.
Franck Petit
Serignac sur Garonne, FR *Now booking Florida weddings.1900 (EUR)
In a journalistic style, Joshua Grasso is an East Coast USA-based wedding photographer who is known for his captivating wedding storytelling. As a visual storyteller, he captures the moments that leave a lasting impression.
Joshua Grasso
Buford in Georgia, US *Now booking Florida weddings.2800 (USD)
Xiaoqi Li is a destination wedding photographer who is dedicated to capturing the genuine and meaningful moments of couples' special days. With a deep appreciation for the importance of photographs in preserving memories, she aims to provide peace of mind to her...
Xiaoqi Li
Charlottesville in Virginia, US *Now booking Florida weddings.0 (USD)
Michael Freas is a photojournalistic wedding photographer. He puts the focus on your unique relationship, honoring all of those present. His commitment to stress-free joy, allowing couples to celebrate to the fullest, has made him one of the most reputable wedding...
Michael Freas
Asheville in North Carolina, US *Now booking Florida weddings.3800 (USD)
Lacey Butler, a visual storyteller with a strong background in traditional photography, studio lighting, and English literature, has documented over 400 weddings. She takes a journalistic style approach, valuing authentic, heartfelt moments over staged ones.
Lacey Butler
Asheville in North Carolina, US *Now booking Florida weddings.2000 (USD)
In a journalistic style, USA-based wedding photographer Johnny Shryock has been recognized as a visual storyteller, capturing incredible moments since his own brother's wedding a decade ago. Through his unique approach, he builds a connection with couples, putting them...
Johnny Shryock
Arlington in Virginia, US *Now booking Florida weddings.4250 (USD)
Ewerton Decastro, a documentary wedding photographer from New England USA, specializes in creating beautiful and timeless images. With formal training from the prestigious New England School of Photography, he brings a unique blend of artistic flair and technical expertise...
Ewerton Decastro
Marstons Mills in Massachusetts, US *Now booking Florida weddings.4000 (USD)
Ray Anthony Iavasile, a Michigan-based wedding photographer, is highly regarded for his journalistic style, capturing the essence of moments. Ranked as one of the Top 50 wedding photojournalists worldwide, he is the go-to choice for couples in Michigan.
Ray Iavasile
Birmingham in Michigan, US *Now booking Florida weddings.3000 (USD)
Taber Lacie, a self-proclaimed photography nerd and former EMT, is now a wedding photojournalist capturing authentic moments with her unique documentary style.
Taber Lacie
West Bend in Wisconsin, US *Now booking Florida weddings.3000 (USD)
Leah Moyers, a traveling wedding and elopement photographer with a documentary approach, brings a Fine Arts background to her storytelling. Through her inclusive and authentic style, she captures the moments of love with her camera, producing visually stunning and unique...
Leah Moyers
Sevierville in Tennessee, US *Now booking Florida weddings.450/hour (USD)
Denise Chastain, a seasoned wedding photojournalist with over 25 years of experience, utilizes a journalistic style to capture the authentic moments of couples' wedding day. Her unobtrusive approach allows her to document the genuine emotions and candid interactions...
Denise Chastain
Lynbrook in New York, US *Now booking Florida weddings.3500 (USD)
When Tim D. Yun encountered his first DSLR camera, he was so captivated he decided to make photography his profession. During his training with top photographers, he discovered the real meaning of being a wedding photographer: a storyteller whose images immortalize love,...
Tim D. Yun
New York in New York, US *Now booking Florida weddings.4000 (USD)
Marta Buso, an accomplished Italian wedding photographer born in 1978 in Venice, takes a documentary approach to her work. With a focus on authentic storytelling, she uses her camera to capture the essence of life's most beautiful moments, while maintaining an...
Marta Buso
Venezia in Venezia, IT *Now booking Florida weddings.1600 (EUR)
Gingi Freeman, a passionate traveling wedding photojournalist based in Visalia, CA, specializes in non-intrusive, documentary-style weddings. With a background in art and storytelling, she captures real moments and raw emotions in a way that allows couples to be fully...
Gingi Freeman
Visalia in California, US *Now booking Florida weddings.1400 (USD)
Sierra Dawn is a USA-based traveling wedding photographer. Her passion and knowledge is passed down from her father's 20+ years in the profession.
Sierra Dawn
Los Angeles in California, US *Now booking Florida weddings.5500 (USD)
Wes Shinn, a seasoned wedding photojournalist with a decade of experience as a military photojournalist, expertly captures the essence and emotions of your wedding day, creating unforgettable memories.
Wes Shinn
Chesapeake in Virginia, US *Now booking Florida weddings.3400 (USD)
Morgan Powell is a skilled wedding photographer from Savannah, Georgia. She holds a BFA in Photography from Savannah College of Art and Design, with a double minor in Fashion Photography and Advertising Photography. With eleven years of experience, Morgan has received...
Morgan Powell
Pooler in Georgia, US *Now booking Florida weddings.5090 (USD)
Katharine Green is a skilled Colorado documentary wedding photographer with over 10 years of experience. She and her associate, Jamie, have a passion for capturing the happiest moments in life, specializing in wedding, engagement, and proposal photography.
Katharine Green
Monument in Colorado, US *Now booking Florida weddings.3000 (USD)
Highly skilled wedding photographer Joanna Banks-Morgan is based in Vermont. With a background in journalism and film, she studied at Cardiff University and gained experience at Westcountry Television. Joanna founded Sixpence Studios in 2008 and has since been dedicated to...
Joanna Banks Morgan
Brandon in Vermont, US *Now booking Florida weddings.6450 (USD)
Map of Wedding Photojournalists Serving Florida Couples
Wedding Venue Pictures by Florida Wedding Photographers
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Florida Wedding, Elopement and Engagement Images by WPJA Photographers
Below are some Florida wedding photography samples from the world’s best wedding photographers of the WPJA. Some of these Florida marriage pictures might be artistic portraits, details, or documentary-style images that have come from getting ready sessions, wedding ceremonies, reception venues, or Florida engagement portrait sessions with couples.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How can couples find top-ranked Florida wedding photographers?
A: The WPJA created the original wedding photographer ranking systems. Our innovative system is based on contest winning points, meaning that the Florida photographers you see at the top of your search results page have recently won the most — and the most recent — contest awards. Our contests judge photographers based on their creativity, style, composure, and ability to capture the heart of any couple's story on their wedding day.
Q: How can couples find Florida photographers for pre-wedding engagement portraits?
A: The WPJA issues Diamond Awards for Florida 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.
Q: Can a wedding photojournalist create artistic portraits on my Florida 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 Florida wedding photographers who have earned Artistic Guild awards for portrait and detail images.
WPJA Communiqué: Featured Wedding Photography Articles
We all know that the economy can go through some hard times, and be somewhat reminiscent of past recessions. However, as people cut back on non-essential little luxuries here and there, one constant remains: weddings. People don’t tend to just stop getting married due to a...Read more
While some of us were fortunate enough to be born as extroverts, not everyone feels the same way. For a good chunk of the population, any number of the typical wedding day traditions can inspire anxiety and existential dread. This day is all about you, yes, but does that...Read more
RAVES, REVIEWS, AND Florida WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER RECOMMENDATIONS
Chelsea + Robert
Photo by Taber Lacie
I cannot thank you enough for capturing our wedding! The pictures are gorgeous - it's going to be SO difficult narrowing down which ones to print! (limited wall space, you know) You are amazing - keep it up!
Anna & Justin
Photo by Xiaoqi Li
Xiaoqi: We wanted to thank you for your exceptional service especially how challenging 2020 turned out to be. Your small trinkets (the unexpected cookies!) made getting married a delightful process. We were on the fence about having a wedding and now that we have done it, we are so glad we made the choice to proceed. You were an enormous part of our pleasant, beautiful, amazing experience. Thank you. Love, Anna & Justin
Angela + Ian
Photo by Taber Lacie
Taber! Wow! The photos are incredible!!!!! I’m crying looking at them! You captured so many precious moments, and I have no idea how you were everywhere at the same time! You are a ninja! I love them all so much! I can’t thank you enough for your gorgeous images and making our day one we will never forget! Thank you for saying I’d regret not getting photos because you’re absolutely right, especially after seeing these!!!! I will recommend you to everyone I know and would love to use you in the future! You’re wonderful to work with, super fun, you wear Rothy’s, and are a real artist! Thank you for everything!
WPJA contest judges have been recognized by their industry peers, winning top awards as staff picture editors, staff photojournalists, and newsroom mentors while working for these and other leading publications and journalism organizations.
