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Basque Country Wedding Photographers

Our Basque Country photographers also provide documentary-style coverage in: Bayonne, Biarritz, Anglet, Saint-Jean-de-Luz, Hendaye, Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port, Mauleón

Basque Country Wedding Photography, Engagement Photo Sessions + Elopements

Intimate Wedding Photography in Basque Country - Capturing the Joy of Small Celebrations - Discover the best Basque Country 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 Basque Country 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, Basque Country 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 breathtaking view of the outdoor wedding ceremony under a large tree, with blue skies and rolling hills in the background, made the small wedding a truly magical experience
Federico Pannacci
From their guests, a shower of confetti welcomed the bride and groom as they left the Register Office ceremony
Andrew Heeley
A small, family-only wedding overlooking a stunning view of lake was held for the couple
Kimmi Cranes

Basque Country Photographers for Large or Small Weddings

Shooting an elopement or small Basque Country 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.

Pyrénées-Atlantiques WPJA members are ready to document any city hall, adventure, town hall, 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 Basque Country Wedding Venues

5 Basque Country Wedding Photographers...

BW studio portrait of a French photographer for country weddings - William Desse

Based in Pyrénées-Atlantiques, William Desse is a skilled wedding photojournalist who combines his love for outdoor adventures with his passion for capturing organic and candid moments.

William Desse

Mouguerre in Pyrenees-Atlantiques (64) , FR *Now booking Basque Country weddings.
9
17
1500 (EUR)
Studio portrait of France wedding photographer Ariane Duplaceau

Ariane Duplaceau, based in France, started photography at 9. She hones her wedding craft with online courses and captures authentic moments discreetly.

Ariane Duplaceau

Saint Jean Pied de Port in Pyrenees-Atlantiques (64) , FR *Now booking Basque Country weddings.
1
13
1900 (EUR)
France wedding photography by Chrystel Echavidre

Chrystel, a documentary photographer with a storytelling approach, captures the essence of a wedding day through visually stunning images. Based in South Western France, she uses her diverse skills to create authentic and unobtrusive photos.

Chrystel Echavidre

Biarritz, FR *Now booking Basque Country weddings.
26
4
2
35
2000 (EUR)
Pyrénées-Atlantiques wedding photography by Florian Rayneau of the Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France WPJA

Nouvelle-Aquitaine photographer Florian Rayneau, 30, specializes in weddings and family portraits. With 6 years of experience and a passion for capturing unique moments, he values the connections he makes with clients. Based in an unmentioned location, he continues to...

Florian Rayneau

Bardos in Pyrenees-Atlantiques (64) , FR *Now booking Basque Country weddings.
1
2200 (EUR)
France wedding photography in a documentary style by Florian Maguin

Florian Maguin is an experienced France-based wedding photographer who has been in business since 2013. In that time, he has captured over 100 weddings, giving each couple special, custom-crafted photos that are both documentary style and creatively styled.

Florian Maguin

Chavanoz in Isere(38) , FR *Now booking Basque Country weddings.
36
123
2000 (EUR)

Map of Wedding Photojournalists Serving Basque Country Couples

Basque Country Wedding, Elopement and Engagement Images by WPJA Photographers

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

A pre-wedding portrait in Pays Basque Pyrénées Atlantiques, France, featuring a couple in front of a rustic stone house with the interplay of shadows and light.
A romantic pre-wedding photo taken in Pays Basque Pyrénées Atlantiques, France. The couple shares a tender embrace in the natural surroundings, with blurred foliage adding an artistic touch.
A romantic engagement portrait set against a home backdrop in the Pays Basque region of France, featuring a harmonious blend of colors in the couple's home.
In Pays Basque, France, a couple kisses in the village amid harsh sunlight for a pre-wedding engagement portrait. The charming building adds to the romantic setting
Engaged couple in Pays Basque, France. Blue sky, sunlight, and intimate emotions as they focus on each other during their pre-wedding session.
A romantic photo of a couple on the balcony of their new home in Pyrénées Atlantiques, Pays Basque, France. The woman leans against a wood railing while the man stands behind her.
An intimate pose captured in Pays Basque, France. This pre-wedding engagement portrait shows a couple sitting close together, smiling as they prepare to share a kiss.
A joyful bride exits a picturesque town hall in Basque Country, France, enveloped in her own personal bubble, symbolizing the couple's bliss.
Engagement portrait taken in Bidart, France. The couple is surprised by a large wave as they kiss standing in water at sunset time.
In a picture captured in Basque Country, France, the bride sits in the car, her face reflected in the rearview mirror as she eagerly awaits her future groom. He can be seen walking towards the car.
A black and white portrait captures tenderness when the newlyweds share a kiss against the breathtaking backdrop of the Basque mountains in France. Glass reflections add a unique touch to this romantic wedding picture.
In the Basque region in France, the bride's final preparations are captured in this wedding picture as her little daughter watches on lovingly.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Who are the best Basque Country wedding photographers for small elopements?
A: The WPJA is proud to have some of the top Basque Country 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 Basque Country 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 Basque Country wedding photographers who have earned Artistic Guild awards for portrait and detail images.
Q: How can couples find top-ranked Basque Country wedding photographers?
A: The WPJA created the original wedding photographer ranking systems. Our innovative system is based on contest winning points, meaning that the Basque Country 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.
WPJA Communiqué: Featured Wedding Photography Articles
What is a Modern Elopement?
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
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
Clean background in this photo of the bride walking into her mountain ceremony.
Adventure Wedding Elopements
Some couples, as they begin planning for their weddings, might think that they are limited to the classic locations: churches, gardens, beaches, or even Las Vegas. But in doing so they’re missing out on a multitude of unique options that might suit their personalities much...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 Basque Country WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER RECOMMENDATIONS

Wedding photo of the bride and groom at the reception party in Arcachon - France

Stephanie & Janko

Photo by Chrystel Echavidre

Chrystel you're perfect. Living abroad, you immediately put us in confidence with a skype call where we talked about our wishes and your way of working. You was very professional from start to finish. We talked about the timing and the agenda together to be sure to anticipate every key moment to capture. During the day you were very discreet and always smiling. I really trusted you and didn't need to worry about you at all, I knew you would take whatever it took. The photos we received were all very beautiful and we are delighted ! You knew how to capture a mix of details, overview and intimate moments. I would highly recommend your services ! Thank you again!

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Angresse, France wedding reportage image of the bride and groom waving in the garden

Elodie & Gérard

Photo by Chrystel Echavidre

A big THANK YOU to you, you have shown great professionalism, you know how to capture emotions while making you forget. The photos are magnificent and above all very moving. Great job !! Thanks again!!!

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