Lyon Wedding Photographers

Lyon Wedding Photographers

Our Lyon photographers also provide documentary-style coverage in: Rhône, Saône, Presqu'île, Place Bellecour, Rue de la République, Place Bellecour, La Croix-Rousse, Fourvière, La Croix-Rousse, La Part-Dieu, Tour Incity, Tour Part-Dieu, Tour Oxygène, Tour Swiss Life, Gare de Lyon-Part-Dieu, Parc de la Tête d'or, Lycée du Parc, and Beaujolais

Lyon Wedding Photography, Engagement Photo Sessions + Elopements

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

Recent WPJA WedElope Story Awards

Lyon Photographers for Large or Small Weddings

Shooting an elopement or small Lyon 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.

Rhône WPJA members are ready to document any justice of the peace, DIY - do it yourself, themed, 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 Lyon Wedding Venues

12 Lyon Wedding Photographers...

Engagement Portraits by top Wedding and Elopement Photographer Sylvain Bouzat

Sylvain Bouzat is an experienced, traveling destination wedding photographer. Since 2010, he has been creating documentary visions and reportages at weddings. He has visited numerous countries with his medium format film camera. His passionate and humanistic approach is...

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 Lyon weddings.
2200 (EUR)
Lyon wedding photography by Mallory Davies of the Rhone Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes France

Mallory Davies, a documentary wedding photographer based in Lyon, draws upon the captivating allure and untamed grandeur of nature for inspiration. Abandoning her role as a graphic designer, she now embarks on an exhilarating journey, fulfilling her lifelong dream of...

1400 (EUR)
BW Lifestyle Portrait of Jessica Evrard, a Wedding and Elopement Photographer

As a documentary wedding photographer, Jessica Evrard's passion for photography was instilled by her father when she was 15. With an acute eye for detail, she masterfully captures the intimate beauty within the surrounding environment.

Jessica Evrard

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

With a documentary approach, Castille Alma utilizes her expertise in storytelling and visual aesthetics to create stunning wedding, elopement, and family photographs, drawing on her background in communication.

2300 (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 Lyon weddings.
1450 (EUR)
Open market photo of France wedding reportage photographer David Pommier

David Pommier, a visual storyteller and wedding photographer based in France, has been capturing beautiful wedding moments since 2012. With a journalistic style, he skillfully tells the story of the couple's wedding day, capturing not only their emotions but also the...

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 Lyon weddings.
2000 (EUR)
Alienor Perrard, your wedding photographer in Lyon, France

Alienor Perrard is a Lyon wedding photographer, an experienced French teacher and a long-time amateur photographer. She takes pride in creating powerful images on special days.

1550 (EUR)
France wedding photography by Angelique Blaise

A documentary wedding photographer based in France, Angelique Blaise combines her engineering background with a passion for photography to create authentic and timeless memories for couples.

1300 (EUR)
France wedding photography in a documentary style by Florian Maguin

A documentary wedding photographer with a wealth of experience, Florian Maguin has been capturing the essence of love on couples' big days since 2013. Balancing the spontaneity of candid moments with his creative expertise, he crafts unique, personalized photos.

Florian Maguin

Chavanoz in Isere(38) , FR *Now booking Lyon weddings.
2000 (EUR)
France couple engagement photo sessions, elopements and wedding photography by Guillaume Tranquard

Guillaume Tranquard is a French visual storyteller and professional wedding photographer, known for his journalistic style that captures authentic and intimate moments of love and life.

Guillaume Tranquard

Salagnon, FR *Now booking Lyon weddings.
2390 (EUR)

Map of Wedding Photojournalists Serving Lyon Couples

Lyon Wedding Elopement Photography - WedElope

View WedElope Image Galleries by Lyon Wedding Photographers from Small Events and Intimate Elopements.

Wedding Venue Pictures by Lyon Wedding Photographers

Please select a venue below to view all associated contest-winning Lyon wedding photos.

Lyon Wedding, Elopement and Engagement Images by WPJA Photographers

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

Fine art couple engagement portrait by a Lyon wedding photographer in Jardin des Curiosités, France capturing an intimate backlit embrace and a romantic sunset kiss.
Engagement portrait of a couple kissing in front of Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourvière captured by a Lyon wedding photographer - fine art image with soft afternoon light and all-white sky above them.
Portrait of a couple captured by a French wedding photographer in Lyon, France, depicting a serene scene of them embracing and holding hands at home.
Bride's veil caught by the wind as she exits the church in Lyon.
Portrait of a Lyon couple during a session at the bride and groom's new residence,, they are on their backs on the carpet, high angle shot looking down on them.
Indoor couple portrait captured during a romantic window session at the future bride and groom's home in Lyon.
Portrait of a couple captured by a Lyon wedding photographer in an intimate and artistic shot from above, showing their romantic kissing at home with tight focus on their emotions.
Creative couple portrait by a Lyon wedding photographer in France, capturing the couple in a botanic garden surrounded by a lush tropical setting.
Couple portrait by a Lyon wedding photographer, France showing an artistic scene of the couple surrounded by love and lush foliage in a botanic garden.
A creative pre-wedding engagement portrait in Lyon, France, featuring a face to face silhouetted couple hugging indoors. The intimate pose beautifully captured by the photographer in their Lyon flat.
Religious ceremony at Lacenas Church in Beaujolais. The bride's brother performs a song while his son watches adoringly. A heartwarming moment captured on the wedding day.
In this heartfelt moment at Lyon Rhône Church, the groom delivers an emotionally charged word to his wife. Her tearful reaction leaves the bridesmaids visibly moved, capturing the raw emotions of the wedding day.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How can couples find Lyon photographers for pre-wedding engagement portraits?
A: The WPJA issues Diamond Awards for Lyon 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: Where can I find a photographer for a short-notice, small Lyon 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 Lyon wedding day by.
Q: Who are the best Lyon wedding photographers for small elopements?
A: The WPJA is proud to have some of the top Lyon documentary wedding photographers for elopements. Our members are able to submit WedElope Stories that take you step-by-step, via a 9 image picture story, through the unique and moving elopements that take place around the world.
WPJA Communiqué: Featured Wedding Photography Articles
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