Portland-ME Wedding Photographers

Portland-ME Wedding Photographers

Our Portland-ME photographers also provide documentary-style coverage in: Cumberland County, York County, Sagadahoc County, Androscoggin County, Auburn, Lewiston, Biddeford, Bath, Saco, Sanford, Westbrook

Portland-ME Wedding Photography, Engagement Photo Sessions + Elopements

Intimate Wedding Photography in Portland-ME - Capturing the Joy of Small Celebrations - Discover the best Portland-ME 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 Portland-ME 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, Portland-ME documentary wedding photographers available right now who understand that some weddings and elopements can’t wait. Find yours today!

Recent WPJA WedElope Story Awards

Portland-ME Photographers for Large or Small Weddings

Shooting an elopement or small Portland-ME 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.

Maine WPJA members are ready to document any city hall, small, secret, 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 Portland-ME Wedding Venues

8 Portland-ME Wedding Photographers...

Portrait of Corey Butler, a documentary wedding photographer

Corey Butler is a New England-based wedding photographer driven by nostalgia and his studies of photojournalism. He strives to authentically capture moments for couples, and to preserve them by looking back and saying 'this is how things actually happened.'

Corey Butler

South Portland in Maine, US *Now booking Portland-ME weddings.
450/hour (USD)
Kim Chapman, a talented wedding photographer offering her services in the beautiful city of Portland, Maine, United States

Kim Chapman is a Portland, Maine-based photographer with a documentary approach, specializing in wedding photography. With a focus on storytelling and capturing the essence of the day, Kim's visual images have been recognized and featured in exhibitions and...

Kim Chapman

Portland in Maine, US *Now booking Portland-ME weddings.
5200 (USD)
Portland Maine wedding photography by Brittany Bugaj

Brittany Bugaj and her partner Dean are the owners of Two Adventurous Souls, a US-based wedding photography team that specializes in capturing the meaningful connections between couples, their loved ones, and the breathtaking locations they choose as a backdrop on their...

Brittany Bugaj

Old Orchard Beach in Maine, US *Now booking Portland-ME weddings.
4900 (USD)

In a journalistic style, Jessica Weiser, an award-winning Portland, Maine-based wedding photojournalist, skillfully captures candid and emotional moments of couples' big day.

Jessica Weiser

Portland in Maine, US *Now booking Portland-ME weddings.
5200 (USD)
Elizabeth Prybylo, a Portland Maine Wedding & Portrait Photographer

With her background as a wedding photojournalist, Elizabeth Prybylo expertly captures the genuine emotions and cherished moments of couples on their wedding day. Embracing a simple and natural approach to life and photography, she brings joy to every celebration she...

Elizabeth Prybylo

Wells in Maine, US *Now booking Portland-ME weddings.
2700 (USD)
Documentary Wedding Photographer Peter Greeno

Peter Greeno is a portrait and wedding photographer based in Maine and Boston. With a background in landscape photography and with a photojournalistic approach, he captures moments to tell the story of his client's special day. In his free time, Peter enjoys distance...

Peter Greeno

Biddeford in Maine, US *Now booking Portland-ME weddings.
4900 (USD)
Lifestyle portrait of Sarah Gagnon, a photographer for candid weddings in Midcoast Maine

Maine-based wedding photojournalist Sarah Gagnon: BFA in photography, 7 years of experience, specializes in candid and documentary-style photos, loves capturing romantic wedding moments, and shoots 45-60 weddings per year.

Sarah Gagnon

Bowdoinham in Maine, US *Now booking Portland-ME weddings.
450 (USD)
Bangor, Maine wedding photography by Hailey Crabtree

Hailey Crabtree, a documentary wedding photographer based in New England, has been capturing the raw emotions and candid moments of couples' special days since 2010. With a background in English and creative writing, her photographs tell compelling stories that will be...

Hailey Crabtree

Orrington in Maine, US *Now booking Portland-ME weddings.
5400 (USD)

1 more photographers available for your wedding...

3500 US Dollar

Autumn Bliss Photography of York County, Maine: Autumn Wells

Sanford in Maine, United States

Maine Wedding + Lifestyle Photographer Captures Life's Most Memorable Moments

Map of Wedding Photojournalists Serving Portland-ME Couples

Portland-ME Wedding, Elopement and Engagement Images by WPJA Photographers

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

In a picturesque spot in Portland, Maine, a couple lovingly clasps hands as they sit on the sidewalk, with beautiful ironworks serving as an artistic backdrop
A couple takes a walk along the waterfront in Portland, Maine, with a floating wooden boat dock as the backdrop for their engagement picture, captured by a professional WPJA wedding photographer
A couple wearing matching sweaters with American flags on them is captured running along the fishing wharf boardwalk in Portland, Maine, in an engagement picture taken by a WPJA wedding photographer
A couple in Portland, Maine, is photographed by a wedding photographer from WPJA while sitting on a staircase next to a brick storefront, captured in a black and white image, depicting an intimate pose as they face each other
The engaged couple stands in warm light on their faces, at the blue hour sunset of Portland, Maine for their pre wedding portrait
View this tasteful York Beach wedding showing The bridal party goes out to the beach to do their group photos, despite the remnants of a hurricane outside, which was a featured picture among the best wedding photography in Maine from the WPJA
Portland, Maine Wedding Photographer: A guest pokes the flower girl playfully at a Maine wedding.
Saco, ME Engagement Portraits on a Trail in the Trees - Photo with a Flare in the Fall
South Portland, ME Beach Engagement - Relaxed and Natural Looking Couple
Sunset Saco, ME Beer Engagement - Boardwalk hiking and biking trail portrait session
Rainy Portland, ME Engagement - On the rocks at the beach
Cape Elizabeth, ME Engagement Photography in Nature

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How can couples find Portland-ME photographers for pre-wedding engagement portraits?
A: The WPJA issues Diamond Awards for Portland-ME 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 Portland-ME 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 Portland-ME wedding day by.
Q: Who are the best Portland-ME wedding photographers for small elopements?
A: The WPJA is proud to have some of the top Portland-ME 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
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RAVES, REVIEWS, AND Portland-ME WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER RECOMMENDATIONS

Woodstock Inn Station & Brewery Wedding Photography - Bride and Groom Perform for their Wedding Guests

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!

Wedding picture of the bride on her way via a trolley to the Westin Portland Harborview Hotel in Portland, ME

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