Milwaukee Wedding Photographers

Milwaukee Wedding Photographers

Our Milwaukee photographers also provide documentary-style coverage in: Waukesha, West Allis, Mequon, Oak Creek, Racine, West Bend

Milwaukee Wedding Photography, Engagement Photo Sessions + Elopements

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

Recent WPJA WedElope Story Awards

Milwaukee Photographers for Large or Small Weddings

Shooting an elopement or small Milwaukee 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.

Wisconsin WPJA members are ready to document any civil ceremony, secret, 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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Documentary wedding photography by Taber Lacie

Taber Lacie is a traveling USA based wedding photographer, with a background as a former EMT and a self-proclaimed photography nerd. Her passion for photography began at a young age and she started in the wedding industry as an assistant photographer at the age of 16.

Taber Lacie

West Bend in Wisconsin, US *Now booking Milwaukee weddings.
3000 (USD)

Map of Wedding Photojournalists Serving Milwaukee Couples

Milwaukee Wedding, Elopement and Engagement Images by WPJA Photographers

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

In the Best Place at Pabst, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, a groom busts out energetic dance moves and playful facial expressions during the wedding celebration.
In Walker's Point, Milwaukee, WI, a bride and groom pose before a beautiful ivy-covered wall. The talented wedding photographer captures a truly captivating and artistic image at this stunning venue.
Engaged couple in formal attire share a warming embrace in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The Wisconsin wedding photographer captures the groom warming his bride with a sweet forehead kiss during a chilly, windswept session.
A loving couple cuddles on a picturesque bridge, surrounded by the stunning architectural beauty of Milwaukee, WI, forming a timeless black and white composition filled with symmetrical patterns and countless geometric shapes
A couple strolling hand in hand across a picturesque bridge in Milwaukee, WI, as the warm glow of the setting sun creates shadows
A romantic couple in Milwaukee, WI, gazes lovingly at each other during sunset, capturing their profiles in an enchanting silhouetted shot against a vibrant, electric-colored sky
A couple in casual attire happily stand in a fountain at the Milwaukee Art Museum, with the clear blue sky reflecting off the water, enhancing the romantic atmosphere of their engagement photo shoot
Wisconsin nontraditional lifestyle engagement portrait of a couple at the Milwaukee Art Museum capturing their interactions from different angles to get their reflection in the glass
Best documentary wedding photo from Jan Serr Studio in Milwaukee, Wisconsin capturing the groom and mother-son dance as the sun went down over the city
Scenic Milwaukee pre wedding portrait shoot at Lake Park as A couple dances to music during their WI session
Milwaukee, Wisconsin nuptial day award-winning image of Bride and Groom recessing down the aisle - from the world's best wedding photography competitions hosted by the WPJA
Milwaukee Wisconsin Maid of honor's son crying because he wanted to play with a frog near the pond at the outdoor Ceremony Location

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Who are the best Milwaukee wedding photographers for small elopements?
A: The WPJA is proud to have some of the top Milwaukee 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 reviews of Milwaukee 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 Milwaukee wedding photographers for their own wedding.
Q: How can couples find Milwaukee photographers for pre-wedding engagement portraits?
A: The WPJA issues Diamond Awards for Milwaukee 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.
WPJA Communiqué: Featured Wedding Photography Articles
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Clean background in this photo of the bride walking into her mountain ceremony.
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RAVES, REVIEWS, AND Milwaukee WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER RECOMMENDATIONS

The bride wipes a tear during an outdoor ceremony at Sapphire Point, Breckenridge, Colorado

Erika + Brandon

Photo by Taber Lacie

Taber, Thank you so much for taking the beautiful photographs and for traveling with us to Colorado! You captured the day perfectly and it was a pleasure to have you there as a part of it! We're so pleased with the results and look forward to reminiscing on these pictures for years to come!

Couple listens to a speech at their wedding reception at the Tinsmith in Madison, Wisconsin

Chelsea + Chris

Photo by Taber Lacie

Taber, Thank you so much for being such an integral part of our special day and leaving us with memories we'll hold on to forever. Your style and personality were such a perfect fit for us. We hope you were happy to be a part of it too. All the best to you and your family! With love, C+C

Stoney Creek, La Crosse, Wisconsin Wedding Photo of couple toasing in the woods

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!