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
Vermont Wedding Photographers
Vermont Wedding Photographers
Our Vermont photographers also provide documentary-style coverage in: Burlington, Rutland, Brattleboro, Stratton, Killington, Stowe, New England
Vermont Wedding Photography, Engagement Photo Sessions + Elopements
Intimate Wedding Photography in Vermont - Capturing the Joy of Small Celebrations - Discover the best Vermont 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 Vermont 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, Vermont documentary wedding photographers available right now who understand that some weddings and elopements can’t wait. Find yours today!
Recent WPJA WedElope Story Awards
Vermont Photographers for Large or Small Weddings
Shooting an elopement or small Vermont 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.
United States WPJA members are ready to document any justice of the peace, 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.
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22 Vermont Wedding Photographers...
Megan Hannah, a New England, USA wedding photographer, lives in Vermont with her husband, two cats, and backyard chickens. Since 2012, she has captured over 100 weddings, working alongside her husband in a documentary-style approach.
6500 (USD)
Andy Madea, a New England wedding photojournalist, combines his passion for the outdoors with his photography. A lover of mountains and coastal waters, he now resides in Vermont with his wife and furball pup.
8000 (USD)
Jacob Hannah, a New England wedding photographer based in Vermont. Influenced by a background in photojournalism. Expert in capturing real emotion, candid moments, unique personality & energy of the special day. Bachelors in Photojournalism from Rochester Institute of...
6500 (USD)
With over a decade of experience as a New England wedding photojournalist, Oliver Parini has an eye for capturing authentic and spontaneous moments that truly tell the story of each couple's wedding day.
4000 (USD)
Idena Beach, a photographer hailing from Ukraine, brings an artistic eye to her work, adopting a documentary style to capture the true essence of the human experience. She seeks to go beyond simply showing what it looks like, aiming to also convey what it feels like to be...
6700 (USD)
Sarah Priestap, a visual storyteller and photographer based in New England, USA, approaches her work in a journalistic style. With a degree in Photojournalism from Rochester Institute of Technology and years of experience alongside her partner, Sarah expertly captures...
3500 (USD)
Geoff Hansen, a wedding photojournalist with a unique style, has been capturing special moments since 1994. With a background in photojournalism and a degree from the University of Minnesota, Geoff's unobtrusive approach allows him to create candid wedding images.
1500 (USD)
Based in Vermont, Joanna Banks-Morgan is a highly skilled wedding photographer with a background in journalism and film. She studied at Cardiff University and gained valuable experience at Westcountry Television. Since 2008, Joanna has been dedicated to capturing couples...
6450 (USD)
Alex Gordeev is a renowned East Coast wedding photographer, experienced in New England and across the United States. He excels in making his clients feel comfortable while capturing heartfelt memories they will cherish forever.
Alex Gordias
Boston in Massachusetts, US *Now booking Vermont weddings.3500 (USD)
Taking a documentary approach to his storytelling, Alex Paul, a visual artist, documents life with a camera as a New England-based professional wedding photographer with over 250 destination weddings under his belt.
Alex Paul
Boston in Massachusetts, US *Now booking Vermont weddings.4500 (USD)
In his role as a visual storyteller, Ben Schaefer employs a journalistic style to capture authentic moments, particularly during weddings. Using a Leica camera system, he showcases his attention to detail and care in capturing the special day.
Ben Schaefer
Arlington in Massachusetts, US *Now booking Vermont weddings.4800 (USD)
Armed with a solid foundation in photojournalism, Kayla Rice is a talented wedding photojournalist who captures candid moments of love and joy.
Kayla Rice
West Roxbury in Massachusetts, US *Now booking Vermont weddings.3800 (USD)
Esther Gibbons is a visual storyteller who specializes in capturing real moments in a journalistic style. With her down-to-earth approach and impeccable timing, she puts couples at ease and tells their unique love stories through her photography.
Esther Gibbons
Montreal in Quebec, CA *Now booking Vermont weddings.3600 (CAD)
Christine Hochkeppel, a seasoned New England wedding photojournalist, has a decade of experience capturing weddings and has contributed to renowned publications like Worcester Telegram & Gazette, Cape Cod Times, and the Boston Globe.
Christine Hochkeppel
Osterville in Massachusetts, US *Now booking Vermont weddings.3675 (USD)
Corey Butler, a New England-based wedding photographer, takes a documentary approach in his storytelling. He believes in reflecting the reality of events, allowing couples to look back and say, "This is how things actually happened."
Corey Butler
South Portland in Maine, US *Now booking Vermont weddings.450/hour (USD)
Sarah V. Martinez, a visual storyteller with a journalistic style, draws from her vast life experiences gained while journeying across the US to capture authentic and meaningful moments at weddings.
Sarah V. Martinez
Dover in New Hampshire, US *Now booking Vermont weddings.5899 (USD)
Siri Jones, a seasoned wedding photographer based in Midcoast Maine, skillfully captures emotional moments. Inspired by diverse experiences, she freezes memories with a unique perspective. Specializing in documentary photography, Siri beautifully documents celebrations in...
Siri Jones
Camden in Maine, US *Now booking Vermont weddings.4700 (USD)
Eric McCallister, a New Hampshire wedding photographer, started his career documenting rock climbers. Obsessed with capturing emotions, he transitioned to wedding photography. With over 400 weddings since 2008, he creates images that convey the spectrum of emotions on...
Eric McCallister
Somersworth in New Hampshire, US *Now booking Vermont weddings.3400 (USD)
Mark Bolton, an experienced photojournalist with 32 years in the field, infuses his New England newspaper background into wedding photography. His goal is to authentically document couples' days, surpassing traditional shots with candid, naturally unfolding moments...
Mark Bolton
Rochester in New Hampshire, US *Now booking Vermont weddings.2500 (USD)
Channing Johnson, a Boston-based wedding photographer, holds a degree in photojournalism. His work has appeared in TIME Magazine, The Wall Street Journal, and U.S. News and World Report. With over 350 weddings documented, his storytelling approach ensures authentic and...
Channing Johnson
Melrose in Massachusetts, US *Now booking Vermont weddings.4300 (USD)
A talented wedding photojournalist and former firefighter, Blake Thomas captures the most heartfelt moments of couples' special days. When he's not behind the camera, he can be found perfecting his mouth-watering BBQ ribs or exploring majestic mountain ranges.
Blake Thomas
Saratoga Springs in New York, US *Now booking Vermont weddings.3200 (USD)
Matthew Cavanaugh is a New England-based freelance photographer with a strong background in capturing wedding moments. He is a veteran White House photographer who has covered historic events, including the election and inauguration of President Obama. His work has been...
Matthew Cavanaugh
Greenfield in Massachusetts, US *Now booking Vermont weddings.3500 (USD)
Map of Wedding Photojournalists Serving Vermont Couples
Wedding Venue Pictures by Vermont Wedding Photographers
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Vermont Wedding, Elopement and Engagement Images by WPJA Photographers
Below are some Vermont wedding photography samples from the world’s best wedding photographers of the WPJA. Some of these Vermont marriage pictures might be artistic portraits, details, or documentary-style images that have come from getting ready sessions, wedding ceremonies, reception venues, or Vermont engagement portrait sessions with couples.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can a wedding photojournalist create artistic portraits on my Vermont 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 Vermont wedding photographers who have earned Artistic Guild awards for portrait and detail images.
Q: How can couples find Vermont photographers for pre-wedding engagement portraits?
A: The WPJA issues Diamond Awards for Vermont 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 Vermont wedding photographers for small elopements?
A: The WPJA is proud to have some of the top Vermont 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
It’s no secret that these are strange times we’re going through right now, and there are many couples out there with weddings set in the near future who are left feeling uncertain and concerned about their futures. While that’s understandable, it’s also important to...Read more
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
RAVES, REVIEWS, AND Vermont WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER RECOMMENDATIONS
Samantha + Ryan
Photo by Corey Butler
Corey, We can't thank you enough for the amazing work that you did at our wedding. You told a beautiful story through your photos and caught such special moments for us to cherish forever! Thank you for bringing humor, fun, and organization to the day! You were extremely professional, kind, and joyful. Everyone at the wedding party commented on how easy you were to work with, and you truly made our clay smooth, calm, and memorable. The best decision we made was hiring you! Wishing you and your family all the best! Love, Samantha + Ryan
Brandt & Elizabeth
Photo by Corey Butler
Corey, Hiring you as our photographer was absolutely the best decision we could have made for our wedding. We cannot thank you enough for truly bringing our day to life with your photos. We are in love with all of them and could not be happier! Thank you so much!
Amy & Chris
Photo by Esther Gibbons
I just teared up watching this. The slideshow is perfect. The song, the mood... it’s all perfect. Thank you so much for everything. We adore the photo albums and all the wonderful photos. It means so much to us, and you’ll help us cherish those memories forever. Thanks again for everything. Yer the best! A gem, truly.
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.
