Austin Wedding Photographers

Austin Wedding Photographers

Our Austin photographers also provide documentary-style coverage in: Round Rock, Cedar Park, San Marcos, Georgetown, Pflugerville

Austin Wedding Photography, Engagement Photo Sessions + Elopements

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

Recent WPJA WedElope Story Awards

Austin Photographers for Large or Small Weddings

Shooting an elopement or small Austin 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.

Texas - Central WPJA members are ready to document any pop-up, mini, justice of the peace, 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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7 Austin Wedding Photographers...

Bill McCullough Wedding Photography

Bill McCullough is an American wedding photographer. He is self-taught, with his work published in many esteemed publications. His wedding work has been purchased for museums and was chosen as a Fotofest discovery in 2012.

2550 (USD)
Adventure weddings and elopement photography by Lauren Lindley

Lauren Lindley specializes in elopement photography, making clients feel comfortable in front of her lens. She is a talented wedding photojournalist and artistic portrait photographer, capturing unforgettable moments with her skill and creativity.

4200 (USD)

Philip Thomas is a skilled wedding photographer with over two decades of experience, known for his documentary approach and storytelling visual style. Originally from England, he honed his skills in the US, photographing local news, models, and actors.

Philip Thomas

San Antonio in Texas, US *Now booking Austin weddings.
4000 (USD)
San Antonio wedding photography by Kelly Williams of the Texas WPJA

Kelly Williams, a documentary-style wedding photographer from San Antonio, is self-taught with a background in art history and Renaissance studies. Her photography journey began after leaving a career in screenwriting and the financial world. Kelly welcomes the chance to...

Kelly Williams

San Antonio in Texas, US *Now booking Austin weddings.
400/hour (USD)
Wedding and Elopement Photographer Jared Lindsay

Taking a documentary approach, Jared Lindsay, a wedding storyteller, captures the heartfelt moments of love in an authentic and unique way through his photography.

Jared Lindsay

Fort Worth in Texas, US *Now booking Austin weddings.
2100 (USD)

Maria Newman is a PNW wedding photojournalist with a background in photojournalism. She discovered her love for wedding photography when a friend asked her to photograph her wedding while she was in school.

Maria Newman

Portland in Oregon, US *Now booking Austin weddings.
2500 (USD)
Wedding and elopement photography by Amanda Lamb

In her career as a visual storyteller, Amanda Lamb employs a journalistic style to capture authentic moments. With her unobtrusive approach, she expertly documents life through her camera lens, using her background as a high school social studies teacher to effectively...

Amanda Lamb

Colorado Springs in Colorado, US *Now booking Austin weddings.
3000 (USD)

Map of Wedding Photojournalists Serving Austin Couples

Austin Wedding, Elopement and Engagement Images by WPJA Photographers

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

A documentary wedding photographer captured this award-winning image at Thompson Hotel in Austin, Texas. Guests lift the bride, a former cheerleader, during the reception. She stands above everyone under dazzling DJ lights.
In Austin, Texas, kids enjoy the wedding celebration as they play around during the cake cutting ceremony. This black and white photo captures the lively atmosphere and nighttime ambiance created by the beautiful strings of lights.
An engaged couple bow heads to each other along Auditorium Shores, Austin, Texas
Couple drink a beer in a bathtub during portrait session at Sekrit Theater, Austin, Texas
Guests at the outdoor wedding reception in Austin, TX had an unforgettable night as the bride showed off her skills on the mechanical bull while wearing a cowboy hat
At the Commodore Perry Estate, the bride and bridesmaid hold hands in excitement during the day preps in Austin, TX
Austin post proposal portrait photos of a happy Texas couple covered in color chalk
Texas post proposal photography showing a smiling Austin couple in a colored water fountain and lit at night
This authentic and emotional wedding day moment from the Allan House in Austin, Texas was recorded by a documentary wedding photographer showing Wedding guests crying after speech at the outdoor reception venue
South Congress, Austin mini urban pic shoot before the wedding day with an urban/street vibe
South Congress, Austin mini urban/street photo session with a sweet kiss and a glass reflection
Austin TX engagement portrait of a couple holding each other in front of a mural

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can a wedding photojournalist create artistic portraits on my Austin 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 Austin wedding photographers who have earned Artistic Guild awards for portrait and detail images.
Q: How can couples find top-ranked Austin wedding photographers?
A: The WPJA created the original wedding photographer ranking systems. Our innovative system is based on contest winning points, meaning that the Austin 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: How can couples find reviews of Austin 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 Austin wedding photographers for their own wedding.
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
WHAT EXACTLY DOES IT MEAN TO ELOPE? If you look up the definition of “elope” in the Merriam-Webster dictionary , you’ll find a plethora of meanings making it quite clear how polarizing the word has become, and how it has transformed and evolved with the passage of time and...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 Austin WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER RECOMMENDATIONS

The Century Hall black and white wedding picture of the bride and groom

Caleb and Bayley

Photo by Jared Lindsay

JARED, these are amazing, I’ve been laughing and crying as I scroll through them all. You killed it!!! -Bayley

Houston, Texas wedding couple image from a live video conference call

Bethany + Jake

Photo by Philip Thomas

Philip, Thank you so much for being part of our wedding day! I am so grateful for how comfortable and relaxed you made us all feel and for your commitment to making our day was captured authentically. Our wedding didn't look how we originally thought but you helped ensure that it was just a as special. We are forever grateful! Wishing you all the best. - Bethany and Jake

Kirsten & João

Photo by Kelly Williams

“We were sooo excited and happy with your beautiful photos! We were impressed with how well you captured us and our connection....And we had such a fun time during the photo shoot and you made us feel very comfortable. Thanks again for helping us capture these memories. We are excited about having you there with us at our wedding.”