Maine Wedding Photographers

Maine Wedding Photographers

Our Maine photographers also provide documentary-style coverage in: Portland, Bangor, New England, Bar Harbor, Mount Desert Island, Frenchman Bay, Acadia National Park, Cadillac Mountain, Cranberry Islands, Sand Beach, Shore Path, Atlantic Ocean and the Porcupine Islands

Maine Wedding Photography, Engagement Photo Sessions + Elopements

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

Recent WPJA WedElope Story Awards

Maine Photographers for Large or Small Weddings

Shooting an elopement or small Maine 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 small, courthouse, 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.

29 Maine Wedding Photographers...

Studio Portrait of Wedding Photographer Kate Crabtree

In a journalistic style, Kate Crabtree, a visual storyteller, captures the authentic and fleeting moments of love in bold and joyful documentary wedding photos set against stunning Maine landscapes.

5700 (USD)
Lifestyle portrait of Sarah Gagnon, a photographer for candid weddings in Midcoast Maine

Maine-based wedding photojournalist Sarah Gagnon captures candid and documentary-style photos, with a love for the romantic moments of weddings. With 7 years of experience, she shoots 45-60 weddings annually. Holding a BFA in photography from the University of Southern...

450 (USD)
Portrait of Corey Butler, a documentary wedding photographer

Corey Butler is a New England-based wedding photographer driven by nostalgia and his studies of photojournalism. He strives to authentically capture moments for couples, and to preserve them by looking back and saying 'this is how things actually happened.'

450/hour (USD)
Lifestyle portrait of Wedding Photojournalist Siri Jones

Siri Jones, a seasoned wedding photographer in Midcoast Maine with diverse experiences in Boston, Seattle, and Sydney, specializes in emotional documentary photography. Based in Camden, she effortlessly captures and documents celebrations in various locations with a keen...

4700 (USD)
Kim Chapman, a talented wedding photographer offering her services in the beautiful city of Portland, Maine, United States

Kim Chapman is an award-winning Portland, Maine-based wedding photojournalist. With over 14 years of professional experience and over 7 years specializing in wedding photography, Kim's work has been seen in multiple exhibitions and publications worldwide.

5200 (USD)
Bangor, Maine wedding photography by Hailey Crabtree

Hailey Crabtree is a passionate New England USA-based wedding photographer, combining storytelling with her passion for photography since 2010.

5400 (USD)
Portland Maine wedding photography by Brittany Bugaj

Brittany Bugaj and Dean, a talented wedding photojournalist duo, are the creative minds behind Two Adventurous Souls, an exceptional team that skillfully documents the genuine emotions and cherished moments of couples' most important day.

4900 (USD)

Jessica Weiser is an award-winning Portland, Maine-based wedding photographer. With a background in photojournalism and a passion for portraiture, she skillfully captures candid, emotional moments of couples' big day.

5200 (USD)
Elizabeth Prybylo, a Portland Maine Wedding & Portrait Photographer

With her background as a wedding photojournalist, Elizabeth Prybylo expertly captures the genuine emotions and cherished moments of couples on their wedding day. Embracing a simple and natural approach to life and photography, she brings joy to every celebration she...

2700 (USD)
Documentary Wedding Photographer Peter Greeno

Peter Greeno is a portrait and wedding photographer based in Maine and Boston. With a background in landscape photography and with a photojournalistic approach, he captures moments to tell the story of his client's special day. In his free time, Peter enjoys distance...

4900 (USD)
New England wedding event coverage, engagement portraits and elopement photography by Simi Rabinowitz

Simi Rabinowitz is an award-winning wedding photographer from New England, USA. He focuses on natural light and raw emotion, creating unique images that tell the special story of each event.

2700 (USD)
Portrait of Wedding and Elopement Photographer Megan Hannah

Megan Hannah, a New England, USA wedding photographer, lives in Vermont with her husband, two cats, and backyard chickens. Since 2012, she has captured over 100 weddings, working alongside her husband in a documentary-style approach.

Megan Hannah

Lincoln in Vermont, US *Now booking Maine weddings.
6500 (USD)
Engagement, Wedding and Elopement Photographer for New England, Andy Madea

Andy Madea, a New England wedding photographer, brings his love for adventure and the outdoors to his work. With a background in exploring mountains and fishing in the coastal waters of Maine and New Hampshire, he now calls the Mad River Valley of Vermont home, where he...

Andy Madea

Waitsfield in Vermont, US *Now booking Maine weddings.
8000 (USD)
Engagement sessions and wedding photography by Alex Gordias of New England

Alex Gordeev is a renowned East Coast wedding photographer, experienced in New England and across the United States. He excels in making his clients feel comfortable while capturing heartfelt memories they will cherish forever.

Alex Gordias

Boston in Massachusetts, US *Now booking Maine weddings.
3500 (USD)
Portrait of Wedding Photographer Alex Paul

In his journalistic style, Alex Paul, a visual storyteller, has captured the intimate moments of over 250 destination weddings as a New England-based professional wedding photographer.

Alex Paul

Boston in Massachusetts, US *Now booking Maine weddings.
4500 (USD)
Ben Schaefer Engagement and Wedding Images

Ben Schaefer is a New England-based photographer known for his documentary approach to storytelling through visuals. From capturing love-filled moments to showcasing authenticity, he utilizes a Leica camera system to create stunning images that recount the essence of the...

Ben Schaefer

Arlington in Massachusetts, US *Now booking Maine weddings.
4800 (USD)
Canada wedding and elopement photographer Esther Gibbons

Esther Gibbons is a traveling wedding photographer specializing in capturing real moments and natural portraits. With a down-to-earth approach and impeccable timing, she puts couples at ease and tells their unique love stories. Since 2009, she has photographed weddings of...

Esther Gibbons

Montreal in Quebec, CA *Now booking Maine weddings.
3600 (CAD)
New England wedding and elopement photography by Christine Hochkeppel

Christine Hochkeppel, a seasoned New England wedding photojournalist, has a decade of experience capturing weddings and has contributed to renowned publications like Worcester Telegram & Gazette, Cape Cod Times, and the Boston Globe.

3675 (USD)
New England wedding photography by Oliver Parini

With over a decade of experience as a New England wedding photojournalist, Oliver Parini has an eye for capturing authentic and spontaneous moments that truly tell the story of each couple's wedding day.

Oliver Parini

Burlington in Vermont, US *Now booking Maine weddings.
4000 (USD)
At Work Image of Wedding Photographer Ted Felsberg

Ted Felsberg

Mays Landing in New Jersey, US *Now booking Maine weddings.
5000 (USD)
I AM SARAH V Photography - Wedding and Couple Engagement Images

Sarah V. Martinez, a visual storyteller with a journalistic style, draws from her vast life experiences gained while journeying across the US to capture authentic and meaningful moments at weddings.

Sarah V. Martinez

Dover in New Hampshire, US *Now booking Maine weddings.
5899 (USD)
Portrait of Ewerton Decastro, a wedding photographer of Decastro Photo Studio

In his work as a visual storyteller, Ewerton Decastro, a documentary wedding photographer from New England USA, combines his formal training from the prestigious New England School of Photography with a journalistic style, capturing beautiful and timeless moments.

4000 (USD)

Geoff Hansen, a wedding photojournalist with a unique style, has been capturing special moments since 1994. With a background in photojournalism and a degree from the University of Minnesota, Geoff's unobtrusive approach allows him to create candid wedding images.

Geoff Hansen

Tunbridge in Vermont, US *Now booking Maine weddings.
1500 (USD)

Mark Bolton, an experienced photojournalist with 32 years in the field, infuses his New England newspaper background into wedding photography. His goal is to authentically document couples' days, surpassing traditional shots with candid, naturally unfolding moments...

Mark Bolton

Rochester in New Hampshire, US *Now booking Maine weddings.
2500 (USD)
Lifestye portrait of Boston wedding photographer Channing Johnson, of the Massachusetts WPJA

Channing Johnson is a wedding photographer based in Boston, MA, with a photojournalism degree from a prestigious journalism school. His work has been featured in TIME Magazine, The Wall Street Journal, and U.S. News and World Report. With over 350 weddings captured, he...

Channing Johnson

Melrose in Massachusetts, US *Now booking Maine weddings.
4300 (USD)
Studio portrait of New England wedding photographer Blake Thomas

As a documentary wedding photographer, Blake Thomas brings a unique perspective to capturing love stories. With a background in firefighting, he has a keen eye for detail and an adventurous spirit, often finding inspiration in the skies as he photographs aircraft.

Blake Thomas

Saratoga Springs in New York, US *Now booking Maine weddings.
3200 (USD)
Matthew Cavanaugh, New England Wedding Photojournalist

Celebrated for his authentic storytelling approach, Matthew Cavanaugh is a documentary wedding photographer hailing from New England. Drawing from his experience as a White House photographer, he has skillfully captured significant events such as President Obama's...

3500 (USD)
New England wedding photojournalism and lifestyle portraits by Joanna Banks-Morgan

Based in Vermont, Joanna Banks-Morgan is a highly skilled wedding photographer with a background in journalism and film. She studied at Cardiff University and gained valuable experience at Westcountry Television. Since 2008, Joanna has been dedicated to capturing couples...

Joanna Banks Morgan

Brandon in Vermont, US *Now booking Maine weddings.
6450 (USD)
Lifestyle portrait of wedding photographer Tom Waldenberg

Tom Waldenberg is a wedding photographer based in the Eastern U.S., passionate about capturing beautiful, genuine moments for couples. Tom loves playing guitar for bands and tending to his garden.

Tom Waldenberg

Raleigh in North Carolina, US *Now booking Maine weddings.
3000 (USD)

1 more photographers available for your wedding...

3500 US Dollar

Autumn Bliss Photography of York County, Maine: Autumn Wells

Sanford in Maine, United States

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Maine Wedding Elopement Photography - WedElope

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

Maine Wedding, Elopement and Engagement Images by WPJA Photographers

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

Newly wed couple in Perkins Cove, Ogunquit Maine, celebrating their elopement with champagne popping after sailing on the ocean.
Newlyweds joyfully laughing together as they enjoy a petal toss ceremony outside Sweet Pea's Cafe in Bar Harbor, Maine, USA.
Portrait of a couple by a Maine wedding photographer at Beech Hill Preserve, Rockport, showcasing fine art style with an intimate embrace in front of a birch forest, capturing their emotions.
During the outdoor ceremony at Samoset Resort in Rockport, Maine, the bride's veil elegantly dances in the blue sky.
The newly married couple embraces in joy, hands raised in the air, following their first kiss at their wedding ceremony at New England Outdoor Center.
A joyful couple and their guests react with laughter and tears to heartfelt toasts during a wedding celebration at Nonesuch River Brewing in Scarborough, Maine.
A flower girl playfully leans upside down and peeks at her yellow dress during toasts at a wedding in Blue Hill, Maine.
An award-winning photographer captures a modern wedding couple at Highland Farms in Scarborough, ME. The image portrays the couple, holding drinks, sharing a romantic kiss at the end of the night.
Capturing the essence of modern love, this award-winning wedding day portrait features a couple sharing a kiss, surrounded by hanging potted flowers in the lush ambiance of Highland Farms' greenhouse.
A creative wedding day portrait captured at Sheepscot Harbour Resort Village, Maine. The couple strikes their signature pose, enveloped in a romantic atmosphere with white washed tones and a soft color palette.
Bride emotionally reads a heartfelt letter to her daughters during the ceremony at Asticou Azalea Garden, capturing an intimate and special wedding moment
At Cape Elizabeth, Maine, the bride patiently waits with her dress carefully tucked up to get into their car after a beautiful beach tour.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How can couples find Maine photographers for pre-wedding engagement portraits?
A: The WPJA issues Diamond Awards for Maine 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 Maine 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 Maine wedding day by.
Q: Who are the best Maine wedding photographers for small elopements?
A: The WPJA is proud to have some of the top Maine 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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RAVES, REVIEWS, AND Maine WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER RECOMMENDATIONS

Bride and groom kissing at their rooftop garden wedding ceremony in Montreal, Quebec - Santropol Roulant

Amy & Chris

Photo by Esther Gibbons

I just teared up watching this. The slideshow is perfect. The song, the mood... it’s all perfect. Thank you so much for everything. We adore the photo albums and all the wonderful photos. It means so much to us, and you’ll help us cherish those memories forever. Thanks again for everything. Yer the best! A gem, truly.

Lauren & Mike

Photo by Esther Gibbons

Mike and I finally got through all the pictures last night, and I can tell you that we had such a good time going over all of the happy moments (we had quite a few big laughs as well!). You did a fantastic job and we really cannot thank you enough. We were truly thrilled with the results and couldn't have asked for better people with whom to share our day.

Wedding picture of the bride on her way via a trolley to the Westin Portland Harborview Hotel in Portland, ME

Samantha + Ryan

Photo by Corey Butler

Corey, We can't thank you enough for the amazing work that you did at our wedding. You told a beautiful story through your photos and caught such special moments for us to cherish forever! Thank you for bringing humor, fun, and organization to the day! You were extremely professional, kind, and joyful. Everyone at the wedding party commented on how easy you were to work with, and you truly made our clay smooth, calm, and memorable. The best decision we made was hiring you! Wishing you and your family all the best! Love, Samantha + Ryan