While some people live for the hustle and bustle of a big wedding with extravagant décor and an impossibly long guest list, others find these kinds of weddings to be too much hoopla, preferring instead something simpler and quieter, allowing for more intimacy between them...Read more
Rochester Wedding Photographers
Rochester Wedding Photographers
Our Rochester photographers also provide documentary-style coverage in: Canandaigua, Brockport, Brighton, Chili, Churchville, Clarkson, Fairport, Hamlin, Henrietta, Honeoye Falls, Irondequoit, Mendon, Ogden, Parma, Penfield, Perinton, Pittsford, Riga, Rush, Scottsville, Spencerport, Webster, Wheatland
Rochester Wedding Photography, Engagement Photo Sessions + Elopements
Intimate Wedding Photography in Rochester - Capturing the Joy of Small Celebrations - Discover the best Rochester 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 Rochester 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, Rochester documentary wedding photographers available right now who understand that some weddings and elopements can’t wait. Find yours today!
Recent WPJA WedElope Story Awards
Rochester Photographers for Large or Small Weddings
Shooting an elopement or small Rochester 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.
New York - Upstate WPJA members are ready to document any city hall, DIY - do it yourself, 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.
5 Rochester Wedding Photographers...
Dennis Crider is a Northern United States-based wedding photographer offering documentary-style photos with tailored touches to showcase your personality and style. He will work hard to capture the best non-fake, unscripted and organic moments of your wedding day.
Dennis Crider
Loudonville in Ohio, US *Now booking Rochester weddings.3000 (USD)
Rachel Philipson is a highly respected New York wedding photographer who approaches her craft with a documentary style. By utilizing storytelling and visual elements, she captures the essence of each wedding, creating authentic and captivating images that narrate the couple...
Rachel Philipson
Ithaca in New York, US *Now booking Rochester weddings.1000 (USD)
Amelia Beamish, a wedding photojournalist known for her journalistic style, captures honest moments in an unobtrusive and professional manner. Her work has been featured in prestigious publications like National Geographic Kids, showcasing her ability to tell a visual story...
Amelia Beamish
Syracuse in New York, US *Now booking Rochester weddings.1250 (USD)
Hayley Anne, a renowned documentary wedding photographer from Ithaca, NY, brings her seasoned expertise to capture the essence of weddings around the world. With an artistic approach, she accentuates the natural beauty found within each celebration.
Hayley Anne
Ithaca in New York, US *Now booking Rochester weddings.1000 (USD)
Map of Wedding Photojournalists Serving Rochester Couples
Rochester Wedding, Elopement and Engagement Images by WPJA Photographers
Below are some Rochester wedding photography samples from the world’s best wedding photographers of the WPJA. Some of these Rochester marriage pictures might be artistic portraits, details, or documentary-style images that have come from getting ready sessions, wedding ceremonies, reception venues, or Rochester engagement portrait sessions with couples.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can a wedding photojournalist create artistic portraits on my Rochester 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 Rochester 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 Rochester 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 Rochester wedding day by.
Q: How can couples find Rochester photographers for pre-wedding engagement portraits?
A: The WPJA issues Diamond Awards for Rochester 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.
WPJA Communiqué: Featured Wedding Photography Articles
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
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
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