Fredericksburg Wedding Photographers

Fredericksburg Wedding Photographers

Our Fredericksburg photographers also provide documentary-style coverage in: Montclair, Dale City, Woodbridge, Lake Ridge, Lorton, Manassas, Culpeper, Newington, West Springfield, Mount Vernon, Burke

Fredericksburg Wedding Photography, Engagement Photo Sessions + Elopements

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

Recent WPJA WedElope Story Awards

Fredericksburg Photographers for Large or Small Weddings

Shooting an elopement or small Fredericksburg 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.

Virginia WPJA members are ready to document any city hall, quick, civil ceremony, 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.

View Award-Winning Pictures from Fredericksburg Wedding Venues

3 Fredericksburg Wedding Photographers...

Engagement Portrait Pro, Wedding and Elopement Photographer Johnny Shryock of the WPJA

USA-based wedding photographer Johnny Shryock has been documenting incredible moments since his own brother's wedding, ten years ago. He puts couples at ease, building a connection with them that allows him to capture the special moments of their wedding day.

Johnny Shryock

Arlington in Virginia, US *Now booking Fredericksburg weddings.
4250 (USD)
Portrait of wedding and elopement photographer Sarah Sta. Ana of Santa Ana Photography

Sarah Sta Ana is a wedding photojournalist in the Washington Metropolitan Area. With a passion for storytelling, she captures raw, pure, and beautiful moments. Her background in non-profits has shaped her approach to photography, and she continually hones her skills in...

Sarah Sta Ana

Aldie in Virginia, US *Now booking Fredericksburg weddings.
1800 (USD)

Heather Hughes Ostermaier is a Virginia wedding photographer with over 8 years full-time experience. She and her husband Rob both have extensive backgrounds in photojournalism and have been published in various notable publications. They provide unobtrusive and creative...

Heather Hughes Ostermaier

Newport News in Virginia, US *Now booking Fredericksburg weddings.
2999 (USD)

Map of Wedding Photojournalists Serving Fredericksburg Couples

Fredericksburg Wedding, Elopement and Engagement Images by WPJA Photographers

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

Virginia wedding reportage photojournalist created this image during an outdoor Ceremony at home
Fredericksburg, MD wedding couple posed portrait session catching some breath through the rustic window after the ceremony.
 Picture of a groom painting brides nails by a top Fredericksburg, VA wedding photographer

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How can couples find Fredericksburg photographers for pre-wedding engagement portraits?
A: The WPJA issues Diamond Awards for Fredericksburg 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: Who are the best Fredericksburg wedding photographers for small elopements?
A: The WPJA is proud to have some of the top Fredericksburg 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.
Q: Can a wedding photojournalist create artistic portraits on my Fredericksburg 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 Fredericksburg wedding photographers who have earned Artistic Guild awards for portrait and detail images.
WPJA Communiqué: Featured Wedding Photography Articles
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RAVES, REVIEWS, AND Fredericksburg WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER RECOMMENDATIONS

Laura & Bryan

Photo by Heather Hughes Ostermaier

Hi Heather! Thank you!! We are so excited to see the pictures. Thanks you so much for being a part of our day and capturing all our special moments. We will treasure these forever. Feel free to share any photos you'd like. Thank you again so much! I hope that one day our paths might cross again. Until then, I wish you and your family all the best!