Traditionally speaking, often times it is the couple’s families who help pay for their wedding. However, unfortunately that’s just not possible for everyone, especially these days when the cost of weddings can quickly and easily get out of control. Some couples find...Read more
Orange County Wedding Photographers
Orange County Wedding Photographers
Our Orange County photographers also provide documentary-style coverage in: Anaheim, Fullerton, Huntington Beach, Newport Beach, Garden Grove, Orange, Costa Mesa, Buena Park, Yorba Linda, San Clemente, Laguna Hills, SoCal
Orange County Wedding Photography, Engagement Photo Sessions + Elopements
Intimate Wedding Photography in Orange County - Capturing the Joy of Small Celebrations - Discover the best Orange County 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 Orange County 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, Orange County documentary wedding photographers available right now who understand that some weddings and elopements can’t wait. Find yours today!
Recent WPJA WedElope Story Awards
Orange County Photographers for Large or Small Weddings
Shooting an elopement or small Orange County 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.
California - Southern WPJA members are ready to document any quick, fast, themed, 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 Orange County Wedding Venues
9 Orange County Wedding Photographers...
Thinh Phan is a wedding photojournalist and creative engagement portrait photographer. With a background in design and a passion for vibrant colors, Thinh captures couples' fun-loving personalities in bold outdoor portraits.
Thinh Phan
in California, US *Now booking Orange County weddings.2500 (USD)
As a wedding photojournalist and creative engagement portrait photographer in California, Annie Bang brings a background as a former journalist and Associated Press reporter. With a focus on documenting real moments and emotions, she uses documentary and photojournalistic...
Annie Bang
Los Angeles in California, US *Now booking Orange County weddings.2500 (USD)
USA-based wedding photojournalist and engagement portrait photographer, Shaun Baker, turned to photography after graduating college. With a background in video, he captured his first wedding in 2009, specializing in artistic wedding portraits.
Shaun Baker
San Diego in California, US *Now booking Orange County weddings.2900 (USD)
Brett Butterstein is a wedding photographer based in Southern California. His background in photojournalism and experience from five years of newspaper photography makes him the perfect choice for capturing the true beauty and emotion of a wedding.
Brett Butterstein
Encinitas in California, US *Now booking Orange County weddings.3500 (USD)
Darren Hendry, a non-traditional and offbeat wedding photographer, specializes in natural, emotive, creative, and honest storytelling. With a background in architecture and a passion for photography, he has been capturing unique wedding stories for almost 7 years.
Darren Hendry
Pasadena in California, US *Now booking Orange County weddings.2500 (USD)
Gina Clyne, a California wedding photographer, specializes in capturing formal portraits that reflect couples' personalities and documenting subtle and profound moments of the day with her gentle eye.
Gina Clyne
Los Angeles in California, US *Now booking Orange County weddings.2100 (USD)
Jonathan Young is a wedding photojournalist with 20 years of experience, a background in photojournalism, and a talent for capturing the unique emotion and joy of each wedding day. Based in California, he specializes in photographing beautiful moments along the coast.
Jonathan Young
Palos Verdes Estates in California, US *Now booking Orange County weddings.5500 (USD)
Sierra Dawn is an experienced wedding photojournalist and creative engagement portrait photographer based in the USA. With a background influenced by her father's 20+ years in the field, she possesses a wealth of passion and expertise in capturing beautiful moments.
Sierra Dawn
Los Angeles in California, US *Now booking Orange County weddings.5500 (USD)
Attila Iuhasz is a S. CA wedding photojournalist and engagement portrait photographer. He specializes in capturing candid moments with an artistic touch. With a background in Management and Marketing, Attila is a well-rounded professional, continuously improving his skills.
Attila Iuhasz
Los Angeles in California, US *Now booking Orange County weddings.2400 (USD)
Map of Wedding Photojournalists Serving Orange County Couples
Wedding Venue Pictures by Orange County Wedding Photographers
Please select a venue below to view all associated contest-winning Orange County wedding photos.
Orange County Wedding, Elopement and Engagement Images by WPJA Photographers
Below are some Orange County wedding photography samples from the world’s best wedding photographers of the WPJA. Some of these Orange County marriage pictures might be artistic portraits, details, or documentary-style images that have come from getting ready sessions, wedding ceremonies, reception venues, or Orange County engagement portrait sessions with couples.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How can couples find reviews of Orange County 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 Orange County wedding photographers for their own wedding.
Q: Can a wedding photojournalist create artistic portraits on my Orange County 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 Orange County wedding photographers who have earned Artistic Guild awards for portrait and detail images.
Q: Where can I find a photographer for a short-notice, small Orange County 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 Orange County wedding day by.
WPJA Communiqué: Featured Wedding Photography Articles
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
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
RAVES, REVIEWS, AND Orange County WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER RECOMMENDATIONS
Lauren & Jason
Photo by Gina Clyne
Gina these are so great!!! It's so fun seeing them after time has gone by and the weather is cooling off. Such an awesome summer day that you captured SO well. We love these, I cant wait to comb through all of them. Thank you for your amazing craft. The family pictures are so special!
Christy & Stuart
Photo by Gina Clyne
We wanted to drop a quick note and tell you how awesome you are. You got in the spirit and came prepared, and brought so much happiness from behind the camera to whoever was in front of it. We're so grateful to have had you as part of our day, and can't wait to recommend you to everyone we know. (And everyone we don't -- so please let us know any and all sites where we can leave you reviews!) Much love, Christy + Stuart
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