Maui Wedding Photographers

Maui Wedding Photographers

Our Maui photographers also provide documentary-style coverage in: Kahului, Kihei, Lahaina, Pāʻia, Kula, Wailuku, Hāna, Honolua Bay, Ho'okipa Beach, Molokai, Haleakala National Park

Maui Wedding Photography, Engagement Photo Sessions + Elopements

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

Recent WPJA WedElope Story Awards

Maui Photographers for Large or Small Weddings

Shooting an elopement or small Maui 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.

Hawaii WPJA members are ready to document any pop-up, fast, civil ceremony, 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 Maui Wedding Venues

3 Maui Wedding Photographers...

Destination weddings, engagement couple sessions and elopement photography by Angela Nelson

Angela Nelson is a destination wedding photographer based in Hawaii. She discovered her passion for photography while teaching high school in Maui and has been capturing real moments and the beauty of Hawaii ever since. When she's not behind the camera, Angela enjoys...

Angela Nelson

Makawao in Hawaii, US *Now booking Maui weddings.
3400 (USD)
Engagements, Weddings and Elopement Photographer Lucy Schultz

Lucy Schultz, an artistic wedding photojournalist, creates a relaxed and joyful environment, empowering couples to express their true selves, capturing unforgettable moments with her expertise honed since 2013.

Lucy Schultz

Lakewood in Colorado, US *Now booking Maui weddings.
5900 (USD)
Northern California wedding photography by Drew Bird - Creative Storytelling

Drew Bird, a Bay Area wedding photographer, uses his years of experience to capture authentic, unscripted expressions of beauty, love, and connection in his photographs. With a focus on storytelling through images, Drew is skilled in portraying the emotions and unique...

Drew Bird

Oakland in California, US *Now booking Maui weddings.
3500 (USD)

Map of Wedding Photojournalists Serving Maui Couples

Maui Wedding Elopement Photography - WedElope

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

Wedding Venue Pictures by Maui Wedding Photographers

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

Maui Wedding, Elopement and Engagement Images by WPJA Photographers

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

Engagement portrait taken by a Maui wedding photographer in Wailuku, Hawaii - couple embraced in the web of foreground trees, surrounded by romantic afternoon sunlight.
Fine art couple portrait by a Maui wedding photographer in Wailea, Hawaii, capturing a couple cuddling by lava rocks with a sun flare at sunset by the water.
Artistic couple portrait by a Wailea wedding photographer, Maui, Hawaii capturing a romantic sun setting in the water as the couple kneels in the surf.
A creative couple portrait captured by a Maui wedding photographer in the fine art style, as the couple walks hand in hand on the sandy beach in Paia, Hawaii at sunrise with water washing up on shore.
Wailea post proposal engagement session with a Maui wedding photographer showing a Couple kissing under an umbrella during a rare rainstorm in Maui
Napili post proposal portrait session with a Hawaii engagement photographer of a Maui Rainbow with a couple kissing
Kapalua post proposal portrait session with a Maui engagement photographer of a Hawaii couple snuggling during a small rainstorm
Paia post proposal portraits by a Maui wedding photographer of a happy Hawaii couple backlit during a red sunset on Maui
Baldwin Beach post proposal portrait photos of a happy Maui couple with waves splashing on Maui north shore
Paia post proposal portraits from a Maui couple engagement session with an Incredible sunset on the North Shore
Kahului post proposal photography showing a smiling Maui couple with a Silhouette and thunderhead in background
Hana, Maui Fine Art Pre Wedding Portrait in a sea rock cave with a sweet kiss

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How can couples find reviews of Maui 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 Maui wedding photographers for their own wedding.
Q: Where can I find a photographer for a short-notice, small Maui 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 Maui wedding day by.
Q: How can couples find top-ranked Maui wedding photographers?
A: The WPJA created the original wedding photographer ranking systems. Our innovative system is based on contest winning points, meaning that the Maui 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.
WPJA Communiqué: Featured Wedding Photography Articles
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RAVES, REVIEWS, AND Maui WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER RECOMMENDATIONS

Stephanie + Nick

Photo by Drew Bird

Hi Drew, The images are amazing!! Absolutely wonderful!! Your images really are a very special way to preserve our memories! The photos that you made around City Hall are gorgeous. It was nice to relax and laugh a little and enjoy the amazing architecture. We also love how you captured artistic candid details at the reception at Stable Cafe. There are so many wonderful moments: like so many conversations, the toasts, the food that was served, and the atmosphere. Thank you so much for your professionalism and good spirits on our wedding day. You were such a pleasure to work with, and are so amazing at your craft. We really enjoyed working with you throughout the day, and you put us at ease while making photos. We really love how you had a stress-free attitude. You really captured the feelings of the day! Thank you so much for all of your help creating lasting memories for us and our friends and family and for being such a significant part of our wedding day and story. We honestly can't thank you enough. Best, Stephanie + Nick

Emily + Zach

Photo by Drew Bird

Hi Drew - These photos are absolutely incredible!! We are speechless. We were looking through them this evening and it was like re-living the whole weekend in the sierra mountains. These are such treasured memories. We feel so lucky to have had you as our storyteller and that you were part of the weekend story, along with all our friends and family. Thank you!!!! -Emily + Zach

Sarah + Stephen

Photo by Drew Bird

Hey Drew - We went through all the pics last night and I just wanted to tell you again how awesome they are! You really captured some amazing moments and we're forever grateful! I was 3/4 through them and crying lol. It's as if we were replaying a story of the day. SO AMAZING! THANK YOU!!! We've shared the link with some of our guests and they are all raving about them as well! A thousand thanks, Sarah and Stephen