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Telluride Wedding Photographers

Our Telluride photographers also provide documentary-style coverage in: San Miguel County, Montrose, Ouray, Placerville, Rico, Ridgway, Silverton, San Juan Mountains, Bridal Veil Falls, Mountain Village, Telluride Ski Resort, Ajax Peak

Telluride Wedding Photography, Engagement Photo Sessions + Elopements

Intimate Wedding Photography in Telluride - Capturing the Joy of Small Celebrations - Discover the best Telluride 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 Telluride 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, Telluride documentary wedding photographers available right now who understand that some weddings and elopements can’t wait. Find yours today!
Recent WPJA WedElope Story Awards
The bride was still in the limo, anxiously looking out the window at the quaint Church, while the groom was ready to open her door and start the small but special wedding ceremony
Liz Robson
The newlyweds explored the misty grounds of the castle
Nino Lombardo
The bride sends a sweet kiss to her husband while he skillfully rows them across the stunning mountain lake
Lucy Schultz

Telluride Photographers for Large or Small Weddings

Shooting an elopement or small Telluride 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.

Colorado WPJA members are ready to document any small, mini, town hall, 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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3 Telluride Wedding Photographers...

Colorado wedding photography and intimate elopements by Stacy Gillespie

Colorado adventure wedding photographer Stacy Gillespie fell in love with photography and the creative aspect while studying marketing in college. With a competitive spirit, she enjoys capturing the unique style, personality, and beauty of each person she photographs.

Stacy Gillespie

Silverthorne in Colorado, US *Now booking Telluride weddings.
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6200 (USD)
Engagements, Weddings and Elopement Photographer Lucy Schultz

Lucy Schultz, an experienced documentary wedding photographer focused on elopements and engagement portraits, creates a relaxed and enjoyable environment for clients to showcase their true selves. Since 2013, she has perfected the art of capturing unforgettable moments.

Lucy Schultz

Lakewood in Colorado, US *Now booking Telluride weddings.
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5900 (USD)
Colorado wedding photography and CO couple engagement portraits by Joe Pyle

Joe Pyle, a Colorado-based visual storyteller, takes a documentary approach to photography. His skillful storytelling and authentic captures of life through a camera display his technical mastery in the field.

Joe Pyle

Estes Park in Colorado, US *Now booking Telluride weddings.
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2400 (USD)

Map of Wedding Photojournalists Serving Telluride Couples

Telluride Wedding Elopement Photography - WedElope

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

Wedding Venue Pictures by Telluride Wedding Photographers

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

Telluride Wedding, Elopement and Engagement Images by WPJA Photographers

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

In Telluride, CO, a black and white photo captures an engaged couple, both smiling and holding hands. They stand under the shade of trees, wearing hats that add a touch of casual charm to the scene. - Hats and Hearts: Telluride Serenity
In Telluride, CO, an engaged couple dances together in an alpine meadow, surrounded by the beauty of nature. Both wearing hats, they share smiles. - Dance of Love
In Telluride, CO, a couple sits and snuggles together in a picturesque alpine wildflower meadow. Surrounded by vibrant blooms and the breathtaking beauty of nature, they share an intimate pose, creating a scene filled with love and tranquility.
In Telluride, Colorado, a documentary wedding photographer captures a heartfelt moment during the ceremony as the bride's daughters perform music together: one holds the sheet music while the other plays the violin.
In this documentary wedding image from Telluride, Colorado, the adorable ringbearer savors a sophisticated moment by sipping apple cider from a champagne glass
The bride and groom are embracing under the stars at Telluride Ski Resort in Colorado, lit up from behind by the photographer
At the Telluride Ski Resort of CO, the bride and groom pose under the stars
View this pictorial Telluride wedding photo showing The couple walks among the wildflowers shortly after their wedding in Telluride on the San Sophia Overlook, which was a featured picture among the best wedding photography in Colorado from the WPJA
View this aesthetic San Sophia Overlook wedding image of The couple standing in a beam of light with Mt. Wilson covered in snow in the background, which was a featured picture among the best wedding photography in Telluride from the WPJA
Colorado wedding couple artistic image session at sunset in Telluride
True Love Engagement Posed Portrait in Telluride capturing a couple who didn't mind getting soaked as the powerful waterfall sprayed them with water
Colorado True Love Pre-Wedding Portrait Session in Telluride showing a couple taking a stroll under the Telluride Gondola

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can a wedding photojournalist create artistic portraits on my Telluride 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 Telluride wedding photographers who have earned Artistic Guild awards for portrait and detail images.
Q: How can couples find Telluride photographers for pre-wedding engagement portraits?
A: The WPJA issues Diamond Awards for Telluride 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 Telluride 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 Telluride wedding day by.
WPJA Communiqué: Featured Wedding Photography Articles
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While some of us were fortunate enough to be born as extroverts, not everyone feels the same way. For a good chunk of the population, any number of the typical wedding day traditions can inspire anxiety and existential dread. This day is all about you, yes, but does that...Read more
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What is a Modern Elopement?
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WPJA Communiqué: Viewpoints
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What is Reportage?
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