WHAT EXACTLY DOES IT MEAN TO ELOPE? If you look up the definition of “elope” in the Merriam-Webster dictionary , you’ll find a plethora of meanings making it quite clear how polarizing the word has become, and how it has transformed and evolved with the passage of time and...Read more
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 courthouse, city hall, 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.
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30 Maine Wedding Photographers...
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)
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)
Corey Butler, a New England-based wedding photographer, takes a documentary approach in his storytelling. He believes in reflecting the reality of events, allowing couples to look back and say, "This is how things actually happened."
450/hour (USD)
Siri Jones, a seasoned wedding photographer based in Midcoast Maine, skillfully captures emotional moments. Inspired by diverse experiences, she freezes memories with a unique perspective. Specializing in documentary photography, Siri beautifully documents celebrations in...
4700 (USD)
Kim Chapman is a Portland, Maine-based photographer with a documentary approach, specializing in wedding photography. With a focus on storytelling and capturing the essence of the day, Kim's visual images have been recognized and featured in exhibitions and...
5200 (USD)
Hailey Crabtree is a passionate New England USA-based wedding photographer, combining storytelling with her passion for photography since 2010.
5400 (USD)
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)
With a documentary approach, Jessica Weiser, an award-winning Portland, Maine-based photographer, skillfully tells the visual story of couples' big day through unobtrusive storytelling techniques.
5200 (USD)
Elizabeth Prybylo, a documentary wedding photographer in Maine, possesses the skills and background to expertly craft visual stories of couples' wedding days. With a dedication to capturing unfiltered emotions and candid moments, Elizabeth's genuine images bring...
2700 (USD)
Peter Greeno is a portrait and wedding photographer with a photojournalistic approach. He began his photography journey in the darkroom near Kodak's old headquarters, experimenting with black and white and color film while working with the Forest Service across the US...
4900 (USD)
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.
Simi Rabinowitz
Somerville in Massachusetts, US *Now booking Maine weddings.2700 (USD)
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)
Andy Madea, a New England wedding photojournalist, combines his passion for the outdoors with his photography. A lover of mountains and coastal waters, he now resides in Vermont with his wife and furball pup.
Andy Madea
Waitsfield in Vermont, US *Now booking Maine weddings.8000 (USD)
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)
Alex Paul is a New England-based professional wedding photographer with over 250 destination weddings to his name, including locations such as Italy, Greece, Switzerland, Montenegro, Thailand, Hungary, Czech Republic and Iceland.
Alex Paul
Boston in Massachusetts, US *Now booking Maine weddings.4500 (USD)
Ben Schaefer is a New England-based photographer who excels in wedding photojournalism, candid portraiture, and rock climbing. He shoots the wedding day with care and attention to detail using a Leica camera system.
Ben Schaefer
Arlington in Massachusetts, US *Now booking Maine weddings.4800 (USD)
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)
Christine Hochkeppel, a New England documentary wedding photographer, brings a decade of experience in capturing weddings and has contributed to publications including Worcester Telegram & Gazette, Cape Cod Times, and the Boston Globe.
Christine Hochkeppel
Osterville in Massachusetts, US *Now booking Maine weddings.3675 (USD)
With a background in editorial and commercial photography for esteemed publications like The New York Times, The Washington Post, and The Boston Globe, Oliver Parini brings a unique documentary approach to his work as a New England wedding photographer.
Oliver Parini
Burlington in Vermont, US *Now booking Maine weddings.4000 (USD)
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.
Ewerton Decastro
Marstons Mills in Massachusetts, US *Now booking Maine weddings.4000 (USD)
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)
Eric McCallister, a New Hampshire wedding photographer, started his career documenting rock climbers. Obsessed with capturing emotions, he transitioned to wedding photography. With over 400 weddings since 2008, he creates images that convey the spectrum of emotions on...
Eric McCallister
Somersworth in New Hampshire, US *Now booking Maine weddings.3400 (USD)
Geoff Hansen, a New England based wedding photographer since 1994, has been documenting life since age 13 in South Dakota and holds journalism credentials from the University of Minnesota. His passion for photojournalism creates candid and timeless 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)
Channing Johnson of Boston, MA, is an experienced wedding photographer with a photojournalism degree. His work has been published in TIME Magazine, The Wall Street Journal, and U.S. News and World Report. Drawing on storytelling skills, he captures the essence of every...
Channing Johnson
Melrose in Massachusetts, US *Now booking Maine weddings.4300 (USD)
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)
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...
Matthew Cavanaugh
Greenfield in Massachusetts, US *Now booking Maine weddings.3500 (USD)
Joanna Banks-Morgan is a highly skilled wedding photographer based in Vermont, with a background in journalism and film. She studied Journalism, Film, and Television at Cardiff University in Wales, and gained experience working at Westcountry Television and HTV Wales...
Joanna Banks Morgan
Brandon in Vermont, US *Now booking Maine weddings.6450 (USD)
As a wedding photojournalist based in the Eastern U.S., Tom Waldenberg uses his keen eye and storytelling skills to capture raw and authentic moments for couples. When he's not behind the lens, you can find him strumming his guitar for local bands or nurturing his...
Tom Waldenberg
Raleigh in North Carolina, US *Now booking Maine weddings.3000 (USD)
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Autumn Bliss Photography of York County, Maine: Autumn Wells
Sanford in Maine, United StatesMaine Wedding + Lifestyle Photographer Captures Life's Most Memorable Moments
Map of Wedding Photojournalists Serving Maine Couples
Wedding Venue Pictures by Maine Wedding Photographers
Please select a venue below to view all associated contest-winning Maine wedding photos.
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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.
Q: How can couples find top-ranked Maine wedding photographers?
A: The WPJA created the original wedding photographer ranking systems. Our innovative system is based on contest winning points, meaning that the Maine 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: Can a wedding photojournalist create artistic portraits on my Maine 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 Maine wedding photographers who have earned Artistic Guild awards for portrait and detail images.
WPJA Communiqué: Featured Wedding Photography Articles
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So your wedding is just around the corner and you’ve decided to elope , either because you want to do this on a budget , avoid a large wedding party, or simply to enjoy the day together with minimal distractions and as little stress as possible . They say 'all you need is...Read more
RAVES, REVIEWS, AND Maine WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER RECOMMENDATIONS
Brandt & Elizabeth
Photo by Corey Butler
Corey, Hiring you as our photographer was absolutely the best decision we could have made for our wedding. We cannot thank you enough for truly bringing our day to life with your photos. We are in love with all of them and could not be happier! Thank you so much!
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
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.
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.
