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Paris Wedding Photographers

Paris Wedding Photographers

Our Paris photographers also provide documentary-style coverage in: Montmartre, Aisne, Aube, Eure, Eure-et-Loir, Loiret, Marne, Oise, Seine-Maritime, Yonne, Saint-Ouen, Clichy, Vanves, Levallois-Perret

Paris Wedding Photography, Engagement Photo Sessions + Elopements

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

Recent WPJA WedElope Story Awards

Paris Photographers for Large or Small Weddings

Shooting an elopement or small Paris 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.

Île-de-France WPJA members are ready to document any pop-up, fast, 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 Paris Wedding Venues

31 Paris Wedding Photographers...

Engagement shoots + wedding photography and elopements by Luan Nguyen of France

Luan Nguyen, a documentary wedding photographer from France, is dedicated to capturing authentic and unscripted emotions. With a background in automotive engineering, Luan turned his passion for photography into creating genuine and heartfelt images.

2400 (EUR)
Wedding and elopement photos by Pierrick Roland

Pierrick Roland is a traveling destination documentary wedding photographer and videographer. A few years ago, he purchased his first SLR and was instantly captivated by the art of composing images and capturing intimate moments.

2200 (EUR)
UK wedding reportage photography by Elodie Ruelleux-Dagorne

Elodie Ruelleux Dagorne is a wedding photojournalist who combines her experience in the music industry and passion for nature and wildlife photography to capture the magic of weddings around the world.

250/hour (EUR)
Samantha Pastoor wedding photography

Samantha Pastoor is a talented documentary wedding photographer who discovered her love for capturing weddings at a young age. Inspired by her father's work, she experimented with film and darkroom techniques, perfecting her craft through a storytelling lens.

2000 (EUR)
Portrait of French wedding photographer, Solène Lagant

Traveling destination wedding photographer Solène Lagant loves to live her dreams since 2017. She is ready to cross France and the world to capture one's love with warm, romantic, and sincere images.

Solène Lagant

Massy, FR *Now booking Paris weddings.
300/hour (EUR)
Ronan Jégaden - France Wedding Reportage and Couple Engagement Portraits

Using a documentary approach, Ronan Jégaden is a visual storyteller who documents weddings with his camera, influenced by the worlds of film, music, literature, and art.

Ronan Jégaden

Athis-Mons, FR *Now booking Paris weddings.
2000 (EUR)
Engagement, wedding and elopement photography by Jean-Baptiste Chauvin

Jean Baptiste Chauvin's photography business, founded in 2012, initially focused on photographing auction houses. However, driven by his artistic eye, he expanded into capturing various subjects, including weddings and corporate events.

2500 (EUR)

Benjamin Brette is a Paris wedding photographer based in France, but regularly works all around the world. Married with two young teenagers, he is not only a passionate photographer, his friends have even coined the word 'marigeophile' to describe his striking...

Benjamin Brette

St Ouen l'Aumone, FR *Now booking Paris weddings.
1990 (EUR)

As a wedding photojournalist, Maxime Desessard has a modern style that focuses on capturing honest moments. With his fashion photography background, he brings a creative and natural approach to his work, resulting in unobtrusive and candid wedding photos.

1900 (EUR)
Documentary and artistic wedding photography by Vincent Montagne

Vincent Montagne is a passionate wedding photographer who has been in the industry for almost 15 years. With a background in advertising, documentary, and artistic photography, Vincent captures the joy and emotion of weddings in a burst of color.

2300 (EUR)
Candice Fouliard, a wedding reportage photographer from Val-d'Oise, France

Candice Fouliard is an experienced wedding photojournalist with an innate ability to authentically capture the essence of each unique love story, creating lasting memories through her artistry.

195/hour (EUR)
BW portrait of Paris wedding photographer Marie Carbonnier of the Île-de-France WPJA

Marie Carbonnier, a trained photojournalist from France, specializes in wedding photography. With a background in editorial journalism, she brings a unique perspective to capturing moments of love and joy. She limits her wedding assignments to 10 per year to prioritize her...

Marie Carbonnier

Maisons-Alfort, FR *Now booking Paris weddings.
1700 (EUR)
Wedding photography by Aurelie Blanche of Vibrant Feelings Studio

With her extensive expertise as a destination wedding photojournalist, Aurelie combines her wanderlust and passion for storytelling to authentically capture the love stories of couples everywhere.

2000 (EUR)
Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes wedding photography by Coralie Garavel of the France WPJA

Coralie Garavel, a wedding photographer with a journalistic approach, developed a passion for photography while capturing moments at a friend's wedding and has photographed approximately 80 weddings in France and Europe since 2015.

Coralie Garavel

Charentay in Rhone (69) , FR *Now booking Paris weddings.
1900 (EUR)
Lyon Wedding Photography by Elise Julliard of Rhone, Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes, France

Elise Julliard, an accomplished documentary wedding photographer hailing from France, has an insatiable curiosity for nature and discovery. With 8 years of experience, she skillfully documents the genuine connections between individuals and the captivating interplay of...

Elise Julliard

Anse in Rhone (69) , FR *Now booking Paris weddings.
2200 (EUR)
Portrait of Sandy Manancourt, a documentary wedding photographer

Sandy Manancourt is a documentary wedding photographer, passionate about capturing the raw emotions and authentic moments of couples on their wedding day. With her unique storytelling approach, she creates timeless imagery that reflects the true essence of love.

1100 (EUR)
France wedding photography by Patrick Moindjie of Paris
1400 (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.

Castille Alma

Lyon, FR *Now booking Paris weddings.
2300 (EUR)
Île-de-France wedding photography by Julien Michel of the France WPJA

Julien Michel is an experienced destination wedding reportage photographer, having started at 15. He enjoys spending time cooking, playing music and collecting items and loves Truffaut, Sautet, Margerin and Franquin. Equipped with a creative eye, Julien excels at capturing...

1000 (EUR)
Engagement, Elopement and Wedding Photography by Nicolas Bernard

Nicolas Bernard: 10-year reporter-photographer & journalist. Specializing in documentary-style wedding photography, capturing energy & emotion. Passionate about experiencing & preserving human relationships.

Nicolas Bernard

Kaysersberg, FR *Now booking Paris weddings.
1490 (EUR)
Engagements + wedding and elopement photography by Jeremie Sangare

Jeremie Sangare is a talented documentary wedding photographer based in France, who is dedicated to capturing the authentic and real moments of a wedding, showcasing the true essence of the day.

3000 (EUR)
France engagement, elopement, and wedding photography by Mehdi Djafer

Mehdi Djafer

Lille in Nord (59) , FR *Now booking Paris weddings.
1500 (EUR)
Manchester wedding photography by Philip Salisbury of England United Kingdom

Philip Salisbury is a talented wedding photojournalist who expertly captures the authentic moments and emotions of the wedding day, creating beautiful, artistic memories.

Philip Salisbury

Lancashire in Lancashire, GB *Now booking Paris weddings.
2000 (GBP)
French Wedding Photographer, Claire Wise

Wedding photographer Claire Wise, based in Nice, France, trained in photography at LCC-University of the Arts London. Raised in a family with an artistic background, she blends colors and cultures in her vibrant and natural light-focused photos. Passionate about capturing...

Claire Wise

Nice in Alpes-Maritimes (06) , FR *Now booking Paris weddings.
1400 (EUR)
Nord wedding photography by Guillaume Leduc, a Hauts-de-France based member of the WPJA

Guillaume Leduc is a photographer based in Cambrai near Douai, available to accompany clients throughout the Hauts-de-France region. He initially started photography to capture memories of his travels and later became passionate about the technique, composition, and light.

Guillaume Leduc

Blécourt in Nord (59) , FR *Now booking Paris weddings.
990 (EUR)
Studio portrait of France wedding photographer Ariane Duplaceau

Skilled wedding photographer Ariane Duplaceau, based in France, started photography at 9. Self-taught with online courses from the US and France, she hones her craft. Capturing emotions discreetly, she aims for authentic and timeless images, building trust with clients.

1900 (EUR)
BW studio portrait of French wedding photographer Thomas Vigliano

Thomas Vigliano is a wedding photographer based in Chambéry, Aix-les Bains, Annecy, and the Rhône-Alpes region. He is a nature lover, sports enthusiast, and avid traveler. With a passion for storytelling through powerful images, Thomas captures emotions and memories that...

1700 (EUR)
BW studio portrait of Vancouver wedding photographer Oscar Leo of the British Columbia, Canada WPJA

Vancouver-based wedding photographer Oscar Leo, with over 10 years of experience shooting in Paris. Specializes in journalistic and fashion photography to authentically capture the love and emotion of each couple's unique story.

Oscar Leo

Vancouver in British Columbia, CA *Now booking Paris weddings.
3500 (CAD)
Kirill Brusilovsky wedding photography for creative couples

In his journalistic style, Kirill Brusilovsky, an award-winning photographer with a background in advertising, design, and photography, captures moments as a visual storyteller.

Kirill Brusilovsky

Hamburg in Hamburg, DE *Now booking Paris weddings.
300/hour (EUR)
Lifestyle portrait of French wedding photographer Elodie Micciche

Elodie Micciche, a wedding photographer in Grenoble, France, fluent in English and Spanish with a Master's in Language Sciences, specializes in vibrant weddings. Starting with a CAP photographer diploma, Elodie's perfectionist approach captures authentic...

Elodie Micciche

Paladru in Isere(38) , FR *Now booking Paris weddings.
1600 (EUR)
Black and white studio portrait of France wedding photographer Guillaume Planat

Guillaume Planat, a wedding photographer from Aveyron, now based in Montpellier, Occitanie, trained in a Montreal photographic studio. He is skilled in freezing moments during weddings and studio sessions.

Guillaume Planat

Lattes in Herault (34) , FR *Now booking Paris weddings.
1890 (EUR)

Map of Wedding Photojournalists Serving Paris Couples

Wedding Venue Pictures by Paris Wedding Photographers

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

Paris Wedding, Elopement and Engagement Images by WPJA Photographers

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

During their engagement session in the romantic neighborhood of Paris, the couple shared a tender and warm embrace as he kissed her hand, in a beautiful and heartfelt image.
In the golden sunlight filtering through the trees of Forêt de Fontainebleau, a soon-to-be-married couple shares a tender and warm embrace during their engagement portrait session.
At La Ferme d'Armenon in Paris, France, the gentle wind delicately caresses the bride's veil, creating a captivating dance of fabric moments before the ceremony, adding a touch of ethereal beauty to the enchanting scene.
In the romantic ambiance of Paris, France, amidst a backdrop of the city, the groom joyfully leaps into the air, his spirit lifted in jubilation, while the bride, just a few steps below, watches with affectionate amusement.
Quartier Latin engagement session in the lovers' district captures the couple's love amidst the charming streets and historic architecture of Paris.
Paris, Latin Quarter. A romantic session capturing the love of a couple as they await the arrival of their baby before their wedding.
Paris - Bagatelle gardens. A pre-wedding engagement session capturing a tender embrace between the couple in love amidst the beauty of nature.
A candid moment at a family home wedding captured in Maisons-Alfort, France, shows a young girl playing under the dinner table, surrounded by elegant women's legs, revealing a charming and heartwarming scene of hidden joy and innocence.
A whimsical engagement portrait captured at Paris-Orsay Museum, with a vintage aesthetic. Their premonitory photo taken before their wedding ceremony adds a charming twist to their love story.
Engagement portrait captured in Le Marais, featuring the groom-to-be about to kiss his future bride against a big red wall in soft afternoon light by a French wedding photographer.
Wedding day portrait captured at the American Church in Paris, as the couple steals a private session post-ceremony, depicted in a vintage black and white image evoking timeless romance and intimacy.
Outside Paris City Hall, covered in lavender toss remnants, town hall staff cleans with a large blower after the wedding ceremony.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Who are the best Paris wedding photographers for small elopements?
A: The WPJA is proud to have some of the top Paris 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 Paris 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 Paris wedding photographers for their own wedding.
Q: How can couples find Paris photographers for pre-wedding engagement portraits?
A: The WPJA issues Diamond Awards for Paris 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
We all know that the economy can go through some hard times, and be somewhat reminiscent of past recessions. However, as people cut back on non-essential little luxuries here and there, one constant remains: weddings. People don’t tend to just stop getting married due to a...Read more
Not everyone has a lagoon or glacier next door, but there's no rule saying you can't have a small wedding in the great outdoors. Take advantage of natural sunshine and that open, airy feeling and give your guests some room to breathe! LESS IS MORE Instead of hemming your...Read more
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 Paris WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER RECOMMENDATIONS

Palmyre & Geoffrey

Photo by Vincent Montagne

Cette expérience fut un vrai moment de plaisir. La découverte des photos du jour de notre mariage nous a permis de prendre conscience de toutes les émotions et petits moments de partage que nous ne pouvions pas voir, et a enrichi encore nos souvenirs. Il y a deux choses dont j’étais sûre pour le jour J: Le choix du mari…et le choix du photographe !