Not everyone has a lagoon or glacier next door, but there's no rule saying you can't have a small wedding in the great outdoors. Take advantage of natural sunshine and that open, airy feeling and give your guests some room to breathe! LESS IS MORE Instead of hemming your...Read more
Paris Wedding Photographers
Paris Wedding Photographers
Our Paris photographers also provide documentary-style coverage in: Montmartre, Aisne, Aube, Eure, Eure-et-Loir, Loiret, Marne, Oise, Seine-Maritime, Yonne, Saint-Ouen, Clichy, Vanves, Levallois-Perret
Paris Wedding Photography, Engagement Photo Sessions + Elopements
Intimate Wedding Photography in Paris - Capturing the Joy of Small Celebrations - Discover the best Paris 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 Paris 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, Paris documentary wedding photographers available right now who understand that some weddings and elopements can’t wait. Find yours today!
Recent WPJA WedElope Story Awards
Paris Photographers for Large or Small Weddings
Shooting an elopement or small Paris 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.
Île-de-France WPJA members are ready to document any secret, city hall, small, 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.
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33 Paris Wedding Photographers...
Luan Nguyen, a documentary wedding photographer from France, is dedicated to capturing authentic and unscripted emotions. With a background in automotive engineering, Luan turned his passion for photography into creating genuine and heartfelt images.
2400 (EUR)
Pierrick Roland is a destination wedding photojournalist and videographer. A few years ago, he became immediately captured by the joy of capturing images and creating everlasting moments. He then pursued his studies in cinema at the ENS Louis Lumière.
Pierrick Roland
Levallois-Perret in Hauts-de-Seine (92) , FR *Now booking Paris weddings.2200 (EUR)
Elodie Ruelleux Dagorne is a documentary wedding photographer who has traveled the world, drawing on her background in the music industry and her love for nature and wildlife photography to create stunning wedding images.
250/hour (EUR)
Samantha Pastoor is a talented documentary wedding photographer who discovered her love for capturing weddings at a young age. Inspired by her father's work, she experimented with film and darkroom techniques, perfecting her craft through a storytelling lens.
2000 (EUR)
With a keen eye for emotion and a talent for storytelling, Solène Lagant embraces her role as a wedding photojournalist, capturing authentic and intimate moments that immortalize the beauty of love.
Solène Lagant
Massy, FR *Now booking Paris weddings.300/hour (EUR)
Using a documentary approach, Ronan Jégaden is a visual storyteller who documents weddings with his camera, influenced by the worlds of film, music, literature, and art.
Ronan Jégaden
Athis-Mons, FR *Now booking Paris weddings.2000 (EUR)
Jean Baptiste Chauvin's photography business, founded in 2012, initially focused on photographing auction houses. However, driven by his artistic eye, he expanded into capturing various subjects, including weddings and corporate events.
2500 (EUR)
Benjamin Brette, a Paris wedding photographer with a documentary approach, uses his camera to tell captivating stories of love and joy. With a keen eye for visual storytelling, he captures authentic moments that embody the essence of weddings, captivating his audience with...
Benjamin Brette
St Ouen l'Aumone, FR *Now booking Paris weddings.1990 (EUR)
Maxime Desessard is an international destination wedding photographer with a fashion photographer background and a focus on photojournalism. He has a creative and natural style that results in unobtrusive and candid wedding photos.
1900 (EUR)
Vincent Montagne is a passionate wedding photographer with almost 15 years of experience. He loves capturing the joy and emotions of couples on their special day through vibrant and heartfelt images. Vincent also works in advertising, documentary, and fine art photography,...
2300 (EUR)
Candice Fouliard is a destination wedding photographer, whose journey of understanding and capturing life comes from many professional backgrounds. She seeks to create beautiful moments and preserve them in light.
195/hour (EUR)
Marie Carbonnier is a trained wedding photographer based in Paris, France. With a background in editorial journalism and a passion for pop culture, she brings a unique perspective to capturing moments of love. With a limit of 10 weddings per year to prioritize her family...
Marie Carbonnier
Maisons-Alfort, FR *Now booking Paris weddings.1700 (EUR)
With her extensive expertise as a destination wedding photojournalist, Aurelie combines her wanderlust and passion for storytelling to authentically capture the love stories of couples everywhere.
2000 (EUR)
Coralie Garavel, a wedding photographer with a journalistic approach, developed a passion for photography while capturing moments at a friend's wedding and has photographed approximately 80 weddings in France and Europe since 2015.
Coralie Garavel
Charentay in Rhone (69) , FR *Now booking Paris weddings.1900 (EUR)
Elise Julliard, a talented wedding photojournalist from France, is driven by her love for nature and adventure. With 8 years of experience, she expertly captures the raw essence of emotions and the ethereal play of light in her work.
Elise Julliard
Anse in Rhone (69) , FR *Now booking Paris weddings.2200 (EUR)
Sandy Manancourt is a documentary wedding photographer, passionate about capturing the raw emotions and authentic moments of couples on their wedding day. With her unique storytelling approach, she creates timeless imagery that reflects the true essence of love.
Sandy Manancourt
Pagny-sur-Moselle in Meurthe-et-Moselle (54) , FR *Now booking Paris weddings.1100 (EUR)
Castille Alma is a French wedding photographer based in Lyon. With a background in communication, she discovered her passion for photography through a collaboration with a photographer she had hired for a campaign. For two years, she learned the technical aspects of...
Castille Alma
Lyon, FR *Now booking Paris weddings.2300 (EUR)
With a passion for capturing the authenticity and emotions of weddings, Julien Michel is an experienced wedding photojournalist. From the age of 15, he developed a talent for reportage photography, ensuring that every shot tells a story.
Julien Michel
Suresnes in Hauts-de-Seine (92) , FR *Now booking Paris weddings.1000 (EUR)
Nicolas Bernard: 10-year reporter-photographer & journalist. Specializing in documentary-style wedding photography, capturing energy & emotion. Passionate about experiencing & preserving human relationships.
Nicolas Bernard
Kaysersberg, FR *Now booking Paris weddings.1490 (EUR)
Jeremie Sangare is a talented documentary wedding photographer based in France, who is dedicated to capturing the authentic and real moments of a wedding, showcasing the true essence of the day.
Jeremie Sangare
Les Sables d'Olonne in Vendee (85) , FR *Now booking Paris weddings.3000 (EUR)
Philip Salisbury is an artistic documentary wedding photographer, a passionate father and adventurer with a camera who captures unique moments to remember the important day. His works are described as elegant, stylish, artistic and filled with energy.
Philip Salisbury
Lancashire in Lancashire, GB *Now booking Paris weddings.2000 (GBP)
In his journalistic style, Kirill Brusilovsky, an award-winning photographer with a background in advertising, design, and photography, captures moments as a visual storyteller.
Kirill Brusilovsky
Hamburg in Hamburg, DE *Now booking Paris weddings.300/hour (EUR)
Damien Dollé has been a wedding photographer in France since 2012. He brings his passion for working with light to capture beautiful images.
Damien Dollé
Grand-Laviers in Somme (80) , FR *Now booking Paris weddings.1300 (EUR)
Thomas Vigliano is a wedding photographer based in Chambéry, Aix-les Bains, Annecy, and the Rhône-Alpes region. He is a nature lover, sports enthusiast, and avid traveler. With a passion for storytelling through powerful images, Thomas captures emotions and memories that...
Thomas Vigliano
Annecy in Haute-Savoie (74) , FR *Now booking Paris weddings.1700 (EUR)
Based in Vancouver, Oscar Leo has over 10 years of wedding photography expertise in Paris. Using journalistic and fashion photography, he creates unique and authentic love stories. Oscar ensures to capture the essence of each couple's tale on their special day.
Oscar Leo
Vancouver in British Columbia, CA *Now booking Paris weddings.3500 (CAD)
Elodie Micciche, a wedding photographer based in Grenoble, France, specializes in vibrant weddings. Fluent in English and Spanish, she holds a Master's degree in Language Sciences with a focus on deafness and pursued a CAP photographer diploma.
Elodie Micciche
Paladru in Isere(38) , FR *Now booking Paris weddings.1600 (EUR)
Guillaume Leduc is a seasoned wedding photographer, specializing in destination weddings and events throughout the Hauts-de-France region. He has been honing his skills for many years, blending his passion for learning, composition, and light.
Guillaume Leduc
Blécourt in Nord (59) , FR *Now booking Paris weddings.990 (EUR)
Wedding photographer Claire Wise, based in Nice, France, trained in photography at LCC-University of the Arts London. Raised in a family with an artistic background, she blends colors and cultures in her vibrant and natural light-focused photos. Passionate about capturing...
Claire Wise
Nice in Alpes-Maritimes (06) , FR *Now booking Paris weddings.1400 (EUR)
Skilled wedding photographer Ariane Duplaceau, based in France, started photography at 9. Self-taught with online courses from the US and France, she hones her craft. Capturing emotions discreetly, she aims for authentic and timeless images, building trust with clients.
Ariane Duplaceau
Saint Jean Pied de Port in Pyrenees-Atlantiques (64) , FR *Now booking Paris weddings.1900 (EUR)
Guillaume Planat is a wedding photographer from Aveyron, now based in Montpellier, Occitanie. He trained in a photographic studio during his time in Montreal. His passion lies in capturing unique and loving moments during weddings and studio sessions.
Guillaume Planat
Lattes in Herault (34) , FR *Now booking Paris weddings.1890 (EUR)
Map of Wedding Photojournalists Serving Paris Couples
Wedding Venue Pictures by Paris Wedding Photographers
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Paris Wedding, Elopement and Engagement Images by WPJA Photographers
Below are some Paris wedding photography samples from the world’s best wedding photographers of the WPJA. Some of these Paris marriage pictures might be artistic portraits, details, or documentary-style images that have come from getting ready sessions, wedding ceremonies, reception venues, or Paris engagement portrait sessions with couples.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How can couples find top-ranked Paris wedding photographers?
A: The WPJA created the original wedding photographer ranking systems. Our innovative system is based on contest winning points, meaning that the Paris 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.
Q: How can couples find Paris photographers for pre-wedding engagement portraits?
A: The WPJA issues Diamond Awards for Paris 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 Paris wedding photographers for small elopements?
A: The WPJA is proud to have some of the top Paris 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.
WPJA Communiqué: Featured Wedding Photography Articles
We all know that the economy can go through some hard times, and be somewhat reminiscent of past recessions. However, as people cut back on non-essential little luxuries here and there, one constant remains: weddings. People don’t tend to just stop getting married due to a...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
RAVES, REVIEWS, AND Paris WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER RECOMMENDATIONS
Palmyre & Geoffrey
Photo by Vincent Montagne
Cette expérience fut un vrai moment de plaisir. La découverte des photos du jour de notre mariage nous a permis de prendre conscience de toutes les émotions et petits moments de partage que nous ne pouvions pas voir, et a enrichi encore nos souvenirs. Il y a deux choses dont j’étais sûre pour le jour J: Le choix du mari…et le choix du photographe !
WPJA contest judges have been recognized by their industry peers, winning top awards as staff picture editors, staff photojournalists, and newsroom mentors while working for these and other leading publications and journalism organizations.
