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Dallas-Fort Worth Wedding Photographers

Our Dallas-Fort Worth photographers also provide documentary-style coverage in: DFW, Arlington, Plano, Garland, Irving, Denton, Richardson

Dallas-Fort Worth Wedding Photography, Engagement Photo Sessions + Elopements

Intimate Wedding Photography in Dallas-Fort Worth - Capturing the Joy of Small Celebrations - Discover the best Dallas-Fort Worth 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 Dallas-Fort Worth 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, Dallas-Fort Worth documentary wedding photographers available right now who understand that some weddings and elopements can’t wait. Find yours today!
Recent WPJA WedElope Story Awards
The bride and groom enjoyed the small wedding ceremony at the Town Hall, celebrating their civil union with laughs and joy throughout the day
Harry Richards
Elopement Photo from Beach Ceremony with the ferry making its unplanned and unforeseen entrance in the wedding ceremony
Andrea Bagnasco
Wedding Portrait Photographer for Rapolano Terme, Tuscany | posing for a portrait that felt secretive
Alessia Bruchi

Dallas-Fort Worth Photographers for Large or Small Weddings

Shooting an elopement or small Dallas-Fort Worth 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 - Northern WPJA members are ready to document any quick, town hall, secret, 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 Dallas-Fort Worth Wedding Photographers...

Dallas-Fort Worth wedding photography by Brandon Lai of Texas

With a background in business and a deep passion for photography, Brandon Lai is a documentary wedding photographer who skillfully crafts timeless narratives through his lens.

Brandon Lai

Garland in Texas, US *Now booking Dallas-Fort Worth weddings.
6
52
2500 (USD)

Robert Walker, a highly acclaimed wedding photojournalist, boasts 17 years of experience in Texas and California. Known for his unobtrusive and journalistic style, he skillfully captures precious moments. Currently residing in Dallas with his family, Robert's...

Robert Walker

Dallas in Texas, US *Now booking Dallas-Fort Worth weddings.
3
2400 (USD)
Wedding and Elopement Photographer Jared Lindsay

In journalistic style, Jared Lindsay, a visual storyteller, has an addiction for capturing authentic and unique moments at small-ish, untraditional weddings worldwide.

Jared Lindsay

Fort Worth in Texas, US *Now booking Dallas-Fort Worth weddings.
5
2
2100 (USD)
Chris Rusanowsky self portrait of a wedding photographer in black and white

With over fourteen years of experience, Chris Rusanowsky is a highly skilled wedding photojournalist. His photographs capture the raw emotions and tell the story of each client's special day, creating memories that last a lifetime.

Chris Rusanowsky

Northlake in Texas, US *Now booking Dallas-Fort Worth weddings.
3
2500 (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.

Lauren Lindley

South Lake Tahoe in California, US *Now booking Dallas-Fort Worth weddings.
73
7
35
4200 (USD)

Philip Thomas is a wedding photojournalist with over two decades of experience, known for his journalistic style and for capturing moments on a couple's big day. With a background in shooting local news, models, and actors, Philip's expertise shines through in his...

Philip Thomas

San Antonio in Texas, US *Now booking Dallas-Fort Worth weddings.
50
3
6
15
4500 (USD)
San Antonio wedding photography by Kelly Williams of the Texas WPJA

Kelly Williams, a San Antonio-based documentary-style wedding photographer, combines self-taught skills with an art history and Renaissance studies degree. Formerly in screenwriting and finance, Kelly now visually tells stories through her lens, eager to connect with the...

Kelly Williams

San Antonio in Texas, US *Now booking Dallas-Fort Worth weddings.
1
7
1
400/hour (USD)

Map of Wedding Photojournalists Serving Dallas-Fort Worth Couples

Dallas-Fort Worth Wedding, Elopement and Engagement Images by WPJA Photographers

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

In Dallas, Texas, a WPJA wedding photographer captures a stunning engagement picture of a couple enjoying the golden sunset by the water
This black and white engagement photo features a couple in an urban setting in Dallas, TX
In this Dallas, TX engagement photo shoot, a beautiful moment captures the love between the couple as he gently touches her cheek
In a stunning Dallas, TX sunset, a groom lovingly embraces his bride from behind during their engagement photo shoot
At a church in Dallas, TX, during the ring exchange of a wedding ceremony, a young girl was captured by a photographer as she covered her ears and focused on her book, possibly seeking solace from the noise
At Dallas, TX, the newly-weds shared a tender moment as the groom held a flower bouquet and reached out to help his bride off the limousine
The engaged couple, with their beautiful eyes, tenderly embrace in the city of Dallas, TX, for a pre-wedding portrait, facing the camera
A Dallas urban portrait shows a cool sun flare reflected by a building for this newly engaged couple announcing their Texas engagement with a picture together
Dallas couple poses for fun portraits during a light rain with a nice umbrella as they kiss under the rain during a session to announce their Northern Texas wedding engagement
A Dallas modern couple poses for an elegant announcement portrait of their Texas engagement created early in the morning with a beautiful sunrise
A Save the Date in Dallas. Texas portrait of a couple in the sunshine showing her Golden smile
She said yes, post marriage proposal picture session at the Dallas Baptist University illustrating Highlight vs Shadow in the afternoon sun by a brick wall

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How can couples find reviews of Dallas-Fort Worth 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 Dallas-Fort Worth wedding photographers for their own wedding.
Q: How can couples find top-ranked Dallas-Fort Worth wedding photographers?
A: The WPJA created the original wedding photographer ranking systems. Our innovative system is based on contest winning points, meaning that the Dallas-Fort Worth 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: Who are the best Dallas-Fort Worth wedding photographers for small elopements?
A: The WPJA is proud to have some of the top Dallas-Fort Worth 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.
WPJA Communiqué: Featured Wedding Photography Articles
Wedding Economy: The Ups and Downs
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
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
Jola Mulder, of Overijssel, is a wedding photographer for
Bringing it Home: The Joys of a Backyard Wedding
Oftentimes when people are considering a venue for their weddings, they search for a location away from home, whether that be ten minutes or ten hours, all just to find what they already have: a place that holds meaning for them, that feels comfortable, or that they find...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 Dallas-Fort Worth WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER RECOMMENDATIONS

Bride jumping in air about to step on glass during ceremony by San Antonio wedding photographer, Kelly Williams

Jiordan & Jerrod

Photo by Kelly Williams

Kelly, you dreamboat. THANK YOU FOR EVERYTHING! These highlights are absolutely glowing -- captured our essence completely... the colors, the feelings, the personality, the magic. Can't wait to see more and enjoy those high-res beauties in the weeks to come. I knew you'd capture us beautifully, but these are really special, really personal. We both appreciate all your work and support tremendously!

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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

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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.”

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