San Antonio Wedding Photographers

San Antonio Wedding Photographers

Our San Antonio photographers also provide documentary-style coverage in: Kirby, Leon Valley, Converse, Live Oak, Universal City, Schertz, New Braunfels, Pleasanton, Seguin, Canyon Lake, Hondo, San Marcos, Kyle, Kerrville, Lockhart

San Antonio Wedding Photography, Engagement Photo Sessions + Elopements

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

Recent WPJA WedElope Story Awards

San Antonio Photographers for Large or Small Weddings

Shooting an elopement or small San Antonio 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.

Texas - Southern WPJA members are ready to document any town hall, justice of the peace, city 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 San Antonio Wedding Venues

4 San Antonio Wedding Photographers...

Philip Thomas is a wedding photojournalist with over two decades of experience, known for his journalistic style and for capturing moments on a couple's big day. With a background in shooting local news, models, and actors, Philip's expertise shines through in his...

4500 (USD)
San Antonio wedding photography by Kelly Williams of the Texas WPJA

Kelly Williams, a San Antonio-based documentary-style wedding photographer, combines self-taught skills with an art history and Renaissance studies degree. Formerly in screenwriting and finance, Kelly now visually tells stories through her lens, eager to connect with the...

400/hour (USD)
Wedding photography and elopements by Ray Iavasile of Michigan

Ray Anthony Iavasile, a wedding photojournalist based in Michigan, is celebrated for his journalistic style and ability to capture authentic moments. He is recognized as one of the Top 50 wedding photojournalists worldwide and is the go-to choice for couples in Michigan.

Ray Iavasile

Birmingham in Michigan, US *Now booking San Antonio weddings.
3000 (USD)

Morgan Lynn Razi is a world-celebrated wedding photographer who uses a documentary approach to tell captivating stories through her visual artistry. With an unobtrusive style, she travels the world, capturing the essence of each client's unique wedding journey.

Morgan Lynn Razi

Houston in Texas, US *Now booking San Antonio weddings.
15500 (USD)

Map of Wedding Photojournalists Serving San Antonio Couples

San Antonio Wedding, Elopement and Engagement Images by WPJA Photographers

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

The couple posed for their relaxed save-the-date engagement announcement portrait in the library of Hotel Valencia, San Antonio, Texas
An engaged couple posed for their save-the-date engagement announcement portrait in a starkly lit hallway at Hotel Valencia in San Antonio, Texas
A lifestyle portrait session of a couple was captured through a barn window, featuring a profile of both of their faces facing each other
San Antonio couple poses for fun portraits at the Riverwalk to announce their engagement with the girl looking at camera
BW San Antonio wedding image from Texas of Bride and bridesmaid boarding a limo bus showing bride in reflection
Davis Mountain State Park post proposal engagement session with a San Antonio wedding photographer showing the start of a new Adventure together
Fort Davis post proposal portrait session with a Southern Texas engagement photographer of a San Antonio couple having a kiss at the Davis Mountain State Park
Davis Mountain State Park post proposal portraits by a San Antonio wedding photographer of a happy Texas couple holding hands in the desert hills while dressed in formal clothes
Davis Mountain State Park post proposal portraits from a San Antonio couple Adventure Engagement shoot with his cowboy hat
Best San Antonio documentary wedding photojournalism image from Club Giraud in Texas showing a Couple having a fun dance together and photographed through window of reception window
An extraordinary Bergheim Ranch event venue wedding image by a professional Texas photographer showing Guests dancing at the reception venue
A San Antonio Wedding, Elopement, and Engagement Photographer created this artistic, sexy portrait of this TX couple at The White Sands National Monument dipping at sunset

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can a wedding photojournalist create artistic portraits on my San Antonio 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 San Antonio wedding photographers who have earned Artistic Guild awards for portrait and detail images.
Q: Where can I find a photographer for a short-notice, small San Antonio 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 San Antonio wedding day by.
Q: How can couples find top-ranked San Antonio wedding photographers?
A: The WPJA created the original wedding photographer ranking systems. Our innovative system is based on contest winning points, meaning that the San Antonio 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.
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RAVES, REVIEWS, AND San Antonio WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER RECOMMENDATIONS

Bride jumping in air about to step on glass during ceremony by San Antonio wedding photographer, Kelly Williams

Jiordan & Jerrod

Photo by Kelly Williams

Kelly, you dreamboat. THANK YOU FOR EVERYTHING! These highlights are absolutely glowing -- captured our essence completely... the colors, the feelings, the personality, the magic. Can't wait to see more and enjoy those high-res beauties in the weeks to come. I knew you'd capture us beautifully, but these are really special, really personal. We both appreciate all your work and support tremendously!

Kirsten & João

Photo by Kelly Williams

“We were sooo excited and happy with your beautiful photos! We were impressed with how well you captured us and our connection....And we had such a fun time during the photo shoot and you made us feel very comfortable. Thanks again for helping us capture these memories. We are excited about having you there with us at our wedding.”

Julianne & Matt

Photo by Kelly Williams

“Thank you again for everything yesterday. So many people came up to us and commented that you were great to work with, and it was evident how much effort you were putting in to getting the perfect shots. We appreciated that you were not only ready for any photography situation, but also fully prepared for any potential wedding/bridal issues.”