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

Planning an intimate wedding, elopement, or engagement portrait session in Charlotte?

Discover the best photographers! - We can capture the happiness and closeness of your religious, casual, intimate, or at-home wedding. 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!

Capture Your Dream Charlotte Elopement: Photographers Available

Imagine your intimate Charlotte wedding: just you, your partner, your officiant, perhaps a few select companions, and a photographer capturing the moments. Find the perfect photographer near you to create lasting memories.

North Carolina WPJA members are ready to document any civil ceremony, self solemnization, small, 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.

5 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
14
29
2900 (USD)
Michael Freas, a Wedding and Engagement Photographer

With his documentary approach, Michael Freas weaves a visual narrative that tells the unique story of the wedding day. His dedication to capturing authentic moments and allowing couples to fully celebrate has established him as a highly respected wedding photographer.

Michael Freas

Asheville in North Carolina, US
73
3
30
3800 (USD)

In a journalistic style, Dan Harris, a wedding photojournalist, expertly captures the fleeting moments of love and joy that occur during weddings. His extensive portfolio showcases the unforgettable memories he has captured, and he has been recognized with numerous...

Dan Harris

Jacksonville in Florida, US
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
2
2
3999 (USD)
Carolinas Wedding Photography by Hannah Lockaby

Hannah Lockaby, owner of Hannah Lockaby Photo, a skilled wedding photographer in Inman, SC, combines storytelling passion with a talent for capturing genuine moments.

Hannah Lockaby

Inman in South Carolina, US
800 (USD)
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The wedding couple officially become husband and wife with big smiles after signing the marriage register with their details
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A Countryside Intimate Ceremony Picture | Bride and groom underneath the shade of oak trees
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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.
At the Ballantyne Hotel in Charlotte, N.C., the bride and her mother look up at the groom's mother during an Indian wedding ceremony.
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

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Frequently Asked Questions

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.
Q: How can couples find Charlotte photographers for pre-wedding engagement portraits?
A: The WPJA issues Diamond Awards for Charlotte 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 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.

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