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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 happiness and closeness of your outdoor, casual, modern, or at-home wedding.

By planning a simple Telluride elopement, couples are able to stay present in the moment and fully absorb the impact of their wedding day. With many couples feeling more comfortable and relaxed in intimate settings, it is not surprising that some of the most sincere and touching wedding photos are captured at smaller celebrations.

The WPJA has an abundance of top-ranked, Telluride documentary wedding photographers available right now who understand that some weddings can’t wait. Find yours today!
Recent WPJA WedElope Story Awards
The bride and groom radiate joy as they embrace at their romantic elopement behind a waterfall at a secluded hotel
Vasilis Maneas
The bride and groom shared a beautiful moment of love and joy, sealed with a kiss at the city hall during their civil marriage ceremony
Myriam Ohayon
The ocean seemed to whisper 'forever' as the couple declared their love for one another on the edge of the cliffs
Michelle Arlotta

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 civil union, city hall, micro, or any other type of 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

Stacy Gillespie, an adventure wedding photographer based in Colorado, combines her background in marketing with her passion for photography. With a competitive spirit, she specializes in capturing the unique style, personality, and beauty of her subjects.

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 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 Telluride weddings.
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5900 (USD)
Colorado wedding photography and CO couple engagement portraits by Joe Pyle

A Colorado-based visual storyteller and photographer, Joe Pyle, utilizes his journalistic style to capture authentic moments of love and emotion.

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 top-ranked Telluride wedding photographers?
A: The WPJA created the original wedding photographer ranking systems. Our innovative system is based on contest winning points, meaning that the Telluride 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: 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.
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