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

LOVE WON'T WAIT! - Couples are quickly moving forward with smaller weddings. Our Rochester photographers are ready to accommodate.

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 town hall, pop-up, 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 Rochester Wedding Venues

4 Rochester Wedding Photographers...

Rochester wedding photography by Bob Kniley of Upstate New York

Bob Kniley

Lima in New York, US *Now booking Rochester weddings.
3300 (USD)
Engagement, Wedding and Elopement Photographer Dennis Crider

Dennis Crider

Loudonville in Ohio, US *Now booking Rochester weddings.
3000 (USD)

Rachel Philipson

Ithaca in New York, US *Now booking Rochester weddings.
1000 (USD)
Creative portrait of: Hayley Anne Photography LLC

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.

Rochester, NY	Flowers & Sun = Sunflowers in this colorful engagement couple photo portrait session

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Who are the best Rochester wedding photographers for small elopements?
A: The WPJA is proud to have some of the top Rochester 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: 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.
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.
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