United States Wedding Photographers

United States Wedding Photographers

Our United States photographers also provide documentary-style coverage in: US, USA, America

United States Wedding Photography, Engagement Photo Sessions + Elopements

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

Recent WPJA WedElope Story Awards

United States Photographers for Large or Small Weddings

Shooting an elopement or small United States 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.

North America WPJA members are ready to document any small, secret, courthouse, 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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United States Wedding, Elopement and Engagement Images by WPJA Photographers

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

A bride gets dressed for her wedding at Flagstaff Ranch Golf Club in Arizona, United States, surrounded by elegant bridal attire and soft natural light.
Baltimore, Maryland Wedding Reception: A heartwarming moment captured as the bride offers comfort to a speaker during an emotional speech. Surrounded by beautiful red roses and vibrant decorations, love fills the room.
Wedding photo taken at Dreams and Dragonflies in Windsor, CO, USA. The bride and groom pose with an old barn illuminated by the photographer's lighting.
A skilled wedding photographer captures a memorable moment at the Adams County Fairgrounds in Colorado, as a groomsman takes a tumble off a mechanical bull. The image is recognized by the WPJA.
A wedding photo taken at Cork Factory Hotel in Lancaster, PA. The couple is elegantly posed in the ballroom, beautifully lit by the photographer.
Flower girl reluctant to join alter fun, clings to bridesmaid during wedding ceremony. Captured by a WPJA Honor Award-winning wedding photojournalist in New Jersey, United States.
The couple can be seen embracing and laughing amidst a winter snowstorm at Zephyr Cove Resort, Nevada during their engagement photo session
Artistic wedding photo captures the traditionally-dressed bride in the midst of her bridesmaids, taken in New Jersey
The couple is showcased in a creative portrait in the wine cellar of St Vincent Wine in Washington DC; the illuminated bottle collection creates an enchanting background for their silhouettes
The engaged couple enjoyed a beautiful night portrait in Miami, Florida, USA with colorful city lights reflecting off the water
This is an intimate engagement portrait taken in the fall with fall colors in full bloom with the woman caressing man's face at Kenosha Pass, Colorado, United States
The fall colors on the trees are showing off inside Franconia Notch State Park of New Hampshire, USA

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How can couples find United States photographers for pre-wedding engagement portraits?
A: The WPJA issues Diamond Awards for United States 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 United States 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 United States wedding day by.
Q: Who are the best United States wedding photographers for small elopements?
A: The WPJA is proud to have some of the top United States 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.
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RAVES, REVIEWS, AND United States WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER RECOMMENDATIONS

Groom reaches for a pen during wedding license signing at Olympic Peninsula

Elizabeth and Don

Photo by Benjamin Wagner

I'm forever grateful for the pictures we got (which was a lot) and I had a hard time picking my favorites. Thank you again so much Ben!!

Arianne & Leon

Photo by Edward Dye

Thank You from the bottom of our hearts Edward! You knew exactly what to do and where to go to capture background pictures of the Brooklyn bridge and the Brooklyn Bridge park. You captured our romance and all excitement of the day easily! You are a true professional with true Artistic talent. you were wonderful to work with. What we loved the most, the very next day you posted a 50 picture sneak peak of our day on Facebook. every bride wants to relive the day and to see those pictures ,the very next day, was a perfect gift to me, the bride. i have to say if i only had those 50 pictures I'd be completely happy and content, truly! But you then sent us a custom made cd and case with our photos on the cover. Very nice surprise! All the pictures from the day, start to finish and fabulous! we both feel very blessed to have found you and were able to get a booking with you! Thank you Edward!!! Love, Leon and Ari P.

Stephanie & Shawn

Photo by Edward Dye

Hi Edward, Having you as our wedding photographer was one of the best choices we made for our wedding day! You are not only professional, reliable, and prompt in your correspondence, you creates absolutely stunning photographic compositions. You captured the natural beauty of the moments on our special day. You artistically crafted the lighting and contrast to make each photo exude magic, in your unique style. You captured each shot that we desired. You will get the right angle AT ALL COSTS! And this means that he will jump, step, climb- even dash into the street… whatever you needs to do to get the right shot! All my wedding guests were captured in the shots, and this was quite a feat, considering how many people attended! Also, trust in your artistic vision, as you can make the most cluttered of backgrounds into something absolutely spectacular! You are so talented with your craft, and knowledgeable about your equipment and matches the photographic environment with the required lens and lighting. We were given quite a few preview photos a day or two after the wedding, and the rest of the shots came in a few weeks later. Overall, we were beyond satisfied to have you to photograph our wedding!