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Charlotte Wedding Photographers

Our Charlotte photographers also provide documentary-style coverage in: Piedmont, Mecklenburg County, Catawba River, Lake Norman, Lake Wylie, Mountain Island Lake

Charlotte Wedding Photography, Engagement Photo Sessions + Elopements

Intimate Wedding Photography in Charlotte - Capturing the Joy of Small Celebrations - Discover the best Charlotte 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 casual, outdoor, modern, or at-home wedding.

By planning a simple Charlotte 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, Charlotte documentary wedding photographers available right now who understand that some weddings can’t wait. Find yours today!
Recent WPJA WedElope Story Awards
The happy couple celebrated their small wedding by exiting the Town Hall with their arms raised after their civil ceremony
Ernie Savarese
The blushing bride and groom stand hand-in-hand outside in froResort Photography | bride and groom stand hand-in-hand outside in front of the officiantnt of their officiant, smiling lovingly as they exchange their wedding vows
Federica Ariemma
Outdoor wedding ceremony image from the woods | The bride and groom shared a laugh
Ambre Peyrotty

Charlotte Photographers for Large or Small Weddings

Shooting an elopement or small Charlotte 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 Carolina WPJA members are ready to document any city hall, civil ceremony, self solemnization, 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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6 Charlotte Wedding Photographers...

Song Johns wedding and elopement photography of Blooming Dreams Photo

Song Johns is an acclaimed documentary wedding photographer and the founder of Blooming Dreams Photo. With her unique artistic approach, she skillfully captures the genuine emotions and fleeting moments of each couple's wedding day.

Song Johns

Charlotte in North Carolina, US
13
23
2900 (USD)

In his role as a visual storyteller, James Nix brings his journalistic style and 15 years of experience as a photojournalist to his work as an NC wedding photographer. He excels at capturing unique moments that make each wedding day special.

James Nix

Charlotte in North Carolina, US
30
1
20
2500 (USD)
Michael Freas, a Wedding and Engagement Photographer

Michael Freas is a visual storyteller in the field of photography, specializing in wedding ceremonies. He excels at capturing the unique moments that define the love between two people, while also honoring the presence of all those who attend.

Michael Freas

Asheville in North Carolina, US *Now booking Charlotte weddings.
65
3
30
3800 (USD)

In journalistic style, Dan Harris, an experienced newspaper photojournalist, captures the intimate moments of love and joy that unfold during weddings. With over 20 years of experience and an impressive portfolio, he skillfully documents each event, preserving the essence...

Dan Harris

Jacksonville in Florida, US *Now booking Charlotte weddings.
8
400/hour (USD)
North Carolina wedding photography by Joe Payne

In his role as a visual storyteller, Joe Payne utilizes his background in fine art and his MBA to bring a journalistic style to his wedding photography. He excels at capturing authentic moments of love with a documentary approach and creates visually stunning portraits.

Joe Payne

Raleigh in North Carolina, US *Now booking Charlotte weddings.
2
2
3999 (USD)
BW wedding and elopement photography by Brian Mullins

Brian Mullins is a North Carolina wedding photographer based in Raleigh. With a background in photography, cinematography, and concert lighting, Brian's unique visual arts experience has shaped his photography style and vision. He creates beautiful imagery that...

Brian Mullins

Apex in North Carolina, US *Now booking Charlotte weddings.
3499 (USD)

Map of Wedding Photojournalists Serving Charlotte Couples

Charlotte Wedding, Elopement and Engagement Images by WPJA Photographers

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

At the Mint Museum Uptown in Charlotte, NC, the groom is joyfully thrown into the air above the reception venue dance floor after winning a game.
At 658 Events in Charlotte, NC, the vibrant LOVE graffiti creates the perfect backdrop to celebrate the couple's special day in style.
A Charlotte, NC bride and groom were greeted with a shower of flowers as they exited a small chapel after their wedding ceremony.
In this black and white photo from the Big Chill wedding in Charlotte, North Carolina, the bride embraces her bridesmaid following a heartfelt toast.
A candid moment is captured at North Stone Country Club as the bride embraces her joyous bridesmaid after catching the bouquet. This black and white image captures the genuine happiness and friendship shared between the two on a special day.
At Palisades Country Club in Charlotte, NC, three adorable ring security boys stand proudly, giving a thumbs up as they fulfill their duties at a wedding.
An award-winning wedding day portrait captured by a professional photographer at The Terrace at Cedar Hill. The image showcases the bride's captivating eyes as she gazes through her elegant white veil.
Capturing the whimsical spirit of the couple's wedding day, the artistically skilled photographer captured a stunning image as the couple playfully tossed their rings into the air, only for them to land back in their hands.
A wedding photographer captured this award-winning image at The Terrace at Cedar Hill. The bride and groom are being lifted above their wedding party and guests on the dance floor.
The couples' last dance at the reception, held at 658 Center in Charlotte, North Carolina, was captured in a documentary-style wedding photograph
At the beautiful Ballantyne Country Club in North Carolina, the wedding guests laughed as the officiant shared a funny story of the bride and groom, surrounded by an arbor of yellow sunflowers
World-class documentary wedding image of Flower girls making their way down the aisle at Big Chill in Charlotte, North Carolina

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Where can I find a photographer for a short-notice, small Charlotte 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 Charlotte wedding day by.
Q: How can couples find top-ranked Charlotte wedding photographers?
A: The WPJA created the original wedding photographer ranking systems. Our innovative system is based on contest winning points, meaning that the Charlotte 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: Can a wedding photojournalist create artistic portraits on my Charlotte 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 Charlotte wedding photographers who have earned Artistic Guild awards for portrait and detail images.
WPJA Communiqué: Featured Wedding Photography Articles
Essential Elopement Vendor - The Photographer
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
Smaller Weddings in a Time of Social Distancing
It’s no secret that these are strange times we’re going through right now, and there are many couples out there with weddings set in the near future who are left feeling uncertain and concerned about their futures. While that’s understandable, it’s also important to...Read more
jperlman elk cove inn ceremony
Top 4 Types of Small Weddings to Make Your Day Truly Yours
Everyone always says that your wedding day is all about you. But let’s face it; that’s not always actually the case. Many couples stress over guest lists, planning, expenses, and all the frills and traditions of your standard large wedding that they may or may not even be...Read more

WPJA Communiqué: Viewpoints
Elopements: Traditional and Modern
The oldsters among the WPJA ranks no doubt remember when 'to elope' meant, in Merriam-Webster’s definition, “to run away secretly with the intention of getting married, usually without parental consent.” Many wedding photographers have gone on the lam with couples who did just that. However, even Merriam-Webster now acknowledges that “elope appears to have become shorthand for ‘ small destination weddings ,’ a ‘ wedding that is not financially insane ,’ or a ‘ wedding that allows us to not invite all the people we would rather not invite .’” Smaller Weddings are... Read more
What is Reportage?
On Instagram and elsewhere, one can see images labeled as #photojournalism or #reportage when they are, in fact, merely photos. I say "merely," even though photography has been my career's great passion. But it's because of that passion and my respect for the work of actual photojournalists that I am particularly bothered to see wedding photographers call their work "reportage." That word properly used actually means something important beyond just a stylistic conceit. By contrast, however, I'm the lead cheerleader for those practitioners of #weddingphotojournalism ... Read more

RAVES, REVIEWS, AND Charlotte WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER RECOMMENDATIONS

Kaleigh & Brent

Photo by James Nix

Brent and I, as well as our entire family and friends, are absolutely in love with all of our pictures... People have told us our pictures look like they are out of a magazine. All of our pictures truly document our wedding day from start to finish even including all of the small details. We couldn't be more pleased... Thank you so much James!

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