Reno Wedding Photographers

Reno Wedding Photographers

Our Reno photographers also provide documentary-style coverage in: Lake Tahoe, Washoe County, High Eastern Sierra Foothills, Truckee River valley, Sparks, Minden, Truckee Meadows, and the eastern side of the Sierra Nevada

Reno Wedding Photography, Engagement Photo Sessions + Elopements

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

Recent WPJA WedElope Story Awards

Reno Photographers for Large or Small Weddings

Shooting an elopement or small Reno 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.

Nevada WPJA members are ready to document any DIY - do it yourself, town hall, mini, 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 Reno Wedding Venues

5 Reno Wedding Photographers...

Lifestyle street portrait of Danette Chappell, a Nevada & California wedding photographer

From her humble beginnings as an intern in the vibrant city of Chicago to her current role as a documentary wedding photographer, Danette Chappell has perfected her craft, creating captivating visuals that immortalize love stories in NV and CA.

1225 (USD)
Reno Nevada & Lake Tahoe California Wedding Photography by Rachel Gazes

Rachel Gazes, Reno/Tahoe-based wedding photographer and officiant at GOT Photography, brings almost a decade of experience capturing weddings. Skilled photographer and legal officiant across Northern Nevada and California, Rachel is also a mother of three, runs a dog rescue...

2600 (USD)
Adventure weddings and elopement photography by Lauren Lindley

Lauren Lindley - Traveling wedding photographer specializing in capturing unforgettable moments. Enjoys people and gets them to feel comfortable in front of the lens.

4200 (USD)
Adventure wedding and elopement photography by Kimmi Cranes

Kimmi Cranes is a California and Nevada wedding photojournalist and portrait photographer with a Bachelor of Fine Art degree from UC Santa Cruz, specializing in elopements. With over 10 years of professional experience, she is skilled at capturing the essence and emotions...

2000 (USD)
Kevin Sawyer for Elopements and Weddings and Engagement Photography

Kevin Sawyer is an award-winning, destination wedding and elopement photographer. With a passion for capturing unforgettable moments, he specializes in creating artful and photojournalistic images of weddings.

Kevin Sawyer

Lake Tahoe in California, US *Now booking Reno weddings.
3000 (USD)

Map of Wedding Photojournalists Serving Reno Couples

Wedding Venue Pictures by Reno Wedding Photographers

Please select a venue below to view all associated contest-winning Reno wedding photos.

Reno Wedding, Elopement and Engagement Images by WPJA Photographers

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

Bride and groom framed by the venue window, while kissing, with the other window behind them showing the valley below at the Mt Rose Ski Resort
Best wedding venue photography at Winters Creek Lodge at Mt Rose Ski Resort showing the Couple in the middle of wide dynamic windows and silhouetted with clouds
Top wedding photography from Reno, Nevada at Bartley Ranch during a portrait session - the bride and groom walking along a bridge
This Reno, NV wedding photojournalism picture is a first rate example of what candid, nontraditional Lavendar Ridge wedding photography looks like, as the brides Father is emotional while walking his daughter down the aisle
Reno, NV Couple backlit in the trees during a pre-wed photoshoot
Reno, NV Couple snuggling during a pre-wed photoshoot with dark woods behind them
Nevada Museum of Art, Reno NV Bride in the wind during portrait shoot
Reno, NV Photography | Wedding rings with light and reflection.
Reno Pre Wedding Engagement Photography - Nevada Photographers
The bride hugs her father during the ceremony at this outdoor wedding in Reno, Nevada USA
reno, ca wedding photo from outdoor rituals
reno, ca wedding photograph of the groom at the motel.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Where can I find a photographer for a short-notice, small Reno 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 Reno wedding day by.
Q: Who are the best Reno wedding photographers for small elopements?
A: The WPJA is proud to have some of the top Reno 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 reviews of Reno wedding photographers?
A: We call them Client Letters. At the WPJA, we decided more than 20 years ago to avoid incorporating those third-person testimonials and endorsements that are found all too often in advertisements. Instead, we elevated our listings with the use of Client Letters, which represent the actual words and feelings of the clients who booked those Reno wedding photographers for their own wedding.
WPJA Communiqué: Featured Wedding Photography Articles
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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
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

RAVES, REVIEWS, AND Reno WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER RECOMMENDATIONS

Tahoe Bleu Wave Boat wedding image captured out on the water.

Sara and Ted

Photo by Kimmi Cranes

The photos are stunning! You definitely made it so much fun and found the love and joy in all of us! We all had such an amazing time. You are an incredibly special person and your light shines through you. We are lucky to have had you as our photographer.

The bride and groom, joyfully celebrated their wedding with vows outdoors in Hope Valley California

Lara & Dillon

Photo by Rachel Gazes

Rachel, thank you SO MUCH! These are STUNNING! I was so nervous about pictures being plus-sized and you have made me feel gorgeous. You are such an artist, and I truly cannot thank you enough for all you have done! Again, THANK YOU for making our day absolutely perfect. We'll be booking any future photography with you!