Boulder Wedding Photographers

Boulder Wedding Photographers

Our Boulder photographers also provide documentary-style coverage in: Superior, Louisville, Lafayette, Broomfield, Erie, Longmont, Federal Heights, Northglenn, Westminster, Arvada, Golden, Thornton, Sherrelwood, Applewood, Wheat Ridge

Boulder Wedding Photography, Engagement Photo Sessions + Elopements

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

Recent WPJA WedElope Story Awards

Boulder Photographers for Large or Small Weddings

Shooting an elopement or small Boulder 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.

Colorado WPJA members are ready to document any DIY - do it yourself, quick, fast, 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 Boulder Wedding Venues

12 Boulder Wedding Photographers...

Gretchen Troop Photography Studio for Weddings, Elopements and Portraits

As a documentary wedding photographer, Gretchen Troop skillfully captures the essence of every couple's special day. With a background in Studio Photography, she has an eye for framing unique moments in picturesque locations.

3000 (USD)
Adventure weddings + mountain engagements and elopement photography by Bonnie Sizer

Bonnie Sizer is a traveling CO wedding photographer, specializing in outdoor portraits using natural and staged lighting. With a background in art and a love for creating and viewing art instilled by her parents from a young age, Bonnie pursued an art degree at Colorado...

Bonnie Sizer

Erie in Colorado, US *Now booking Boulder weddings.
3000 (USD)
Boulder wedding and elopement photography by Jason Johnson of the CO WPJA

With a passion for capturing authentic emotions and candid moments, Jason Johnson has established himself as a wedding photojournalist. His adventures have broadened his perspective, enabling him to tell captivating stories through his lens.

Jason Johnson

Lafayette in Colorado, US *Now booking Boulder weddings.
2500 (USD)
Adventure elopement and wedding photography by Mike Kory

Mike Kory is a mechanical engineer who also works as a destination wedding photographer. He excels at capturing real moments and making people feel comfortable. He's Bonnie's husband and helps take care of their two unique dogs.

Mike Kory

Erie in Colorado, US *Now booking Boulder weddings.
4400 (USD)
Lifestyle portrait of Colorado wedding and elopement photographer Nina Larsen Reed

Nina Larsen Reed is a Colorado-based wedding photographer with a deep love for the Rocky Mountains. With over 150 couples photographed, she not only captures stunning images but also assists in planning dream elopements and weddings.

5500 (USD)
At-work portrait of USA-based wedding photographer Liam Gordon

Liam Gordon, a wedding photojournalist and creative engagement portrait photographer, launched his own photography business in 2017. With a passion sparked by discovering old photos of himself, he captures special moments with expertise and creativity.

Liam Gordon

Colorado Springs in Colorado, US *Now booking Boulder weddings.
3500 (USD)
Elopements by Top Wedding Photographer Justin Edmonds

Justin Edmonds has worked as a photojournalist for the past 14 years, having built his reputation with major clients like Getty Images, The New York Times, Sports Illustrated, Major League Baseball, Upper Deck, NASCAR and The Denver Post. His experience and skill have...

Justin Edmonds

Denver in Colorado, US *Now booking Boulder weddings.
4800 (USD)
Engagements, Weddings and Elopement Photographer Lucy Schultz

Lucy Schultz, a wedding photographer specializing in elopements, brings a fun and comfortable atmosphere to her shoots, allowing clients to be their authentic selves. With experience since 2013, Lucy is a professional with a knack for capturing memorable moments.

Lucy Schultz

Lakewood in Colorado, US *Now booking Boulder weddings.
5900 (USD)
Colorado Elopement and Wedding Photography by Trent Gillespie

Trent Gillespie is an artistic wedding photojournalist from Colorado, equipped with a journalism degree and years of experience, skillfully capturing memorable moments on couples' special days.

Trent Gillespie

Silverthorne in Colorado, US *Now booking Boulder weddings.
6200 (USD)
Lexus Reynolds Wedding Photographer

Lexus Marquise Reynolds is an experienced and highly skilled professional photographer specializing in boudoir, weddings, high school seniors, and family photography. Additionally, she is a college professor teaching Fine Art Nude Photography and Wedding and Events...

Lexus Reynolds

Greeley in Colorado, US *Now booking Boulder weddings.
2800 (USD)
Colorado adventure weddings, elopements and engagement photography by Matt Wilson

Matt Wilson, an acclaimed artistic wedding photojournalist, hails from Colorado. With an impressive portfolio spanning nine states, he seamlessly blends his expertise in street skating, fashion, and product photography, capturing heartfelt moments with a unique artistic...

Matt Wilson

Arvada in Colorado, US *Now booking Boulder weddings.
4000 (USD)
Colorado wedding photography by Kate Merrill

Kate Merrill

Denver in Colorado, US *Now booking Boulder weddings.
1800 (USD)

Map of Wedding Photojournalists Serving Boulder Couples

Boulder Wedding, Elopement and Engagement Images by WPJA Photographers

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

In this engagement portrait, a couple embraces in front of a majestic red rock formation in Boulder, CO, symbolizing their love and commitment against a breathtaking natural backdrop.
Artistic portrait of a couple walking and holding hands along a rocky trail at sunrise captured by a Boulder wedding photographer in Colorado.
Sand Harbor State Park in Nevada provides a stunning backdrop as a couple embraces on the boulders of the shore of Lake Tahoe. Captured by a Nevada wedding photographer, this image showcases the beauty and romance of the couple in a natural setting.
A captivating lifestyle couple portrait at Flagstaff Mountain, Boulder, CO. The couple faces each other with laughter, surrounded by floating bubbles at dusk. The photographer expertly highlights the scene with strategically placed lighting.
Lifestyle couple portrait at Flagstaff Mountain, Boulder, CO. Couple poses against the picturesque Colorado Mountain backdrop at dusk, illuminated by a photographer's light creating striking silhouettes.
Lifestyle couple portrait at Flagstaff Mountain, Boulder, CO. Couple poses against the picturesque Colorado Mountain backdrop at dusk, illuminated by a photographer's light creating striking silhouettes.
Lifestyle couple portrait captured in Boulder, CO featuring a romantic stroll down a snow-coated trail against the backdrop of the majestic Flatirons, with hints of tall dry grass adding to the picturesque scene.
At The Greenbriar Inn, Boulder, CO: A creative wedding photo showcases the couple's rings, illuminated by two lights and complemented by a water spray mister.
Bride tenderly fixes groom's hair at the Sunrise Amphitheater in Boulder, CO, USA, on their special day. The couple shares a heartwarming moment during the outdoor ceremony, set against a serene, overcast backdrop.
Engaged couple in Boulder, Colorado honors groom's Mexican heritage with a vibrant Dia De Los Muertos inspired engagement session, captured beautifully by a top CO wedding photographer.
Engaged couple in CO embrace their love with Dia De Los Muertos makeup, as captured by a top Boulder wedding photographer. The couple's connection shines through their artistic transformation.
In Denver, Colorado, a couple stands in front of a building, set off by the glow of a backlight, as the grand arching doors create a stunning backdrop

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Who are the best Boulder wedding photographers for small elopements?
A: The WPJA is proud to have some of the top Boulder 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 Boulder photographers for pre-wedding engagement portraits?
A: The WPJA issues Diamond Awards for Boulder 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: Can a wedding photojournalist create artistic portraits on my Boulder 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 Boulder wedding photographers who have earned Artistic Guild awards for portrait and detail images.
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
Clean background in this photo of the bride walking into her mountain ceremony.
Some couples, as they begin planning for their weddings, might think that they are limited to the classic locations: churches, gardens, beaches, or even Las Vegas. But in doing so they’re missing out on a multitude of unique options that might suit their personalities much...Read more
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

RAVES, REVIEWS, AND Boulder WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER RECOMMENDATIONS

Heather and Matt

Photo by Justin Edmonds

Holy smokes, you are ridiculously talented. Which I already knew, but, DAMN these photos are incredible! Thank you for sharing and posting about our day! We’re so grateful we trusted you with capturing it.

Longmont, Colorado rural mountain wedding image with a couple and horses

Vanessa & Matt

Photo by Bonnie Sizer

Bonnie, Thank you so much for capturing all the love, beauty, and fun that took place on our special day! We LOVE our photos and have had fun showing off your work to our family and friends. We hope you had just as much fun as we did, and thanks to you, we are able to relive our special day. With love, Vanessa + Matthew

Freight wedding image from a Leadville, CO outdoor event

Kae and Reid

Photo by Bonnie Sizer

Bonnie & Mike, We can't thank you enough for making our wedding weekend so incredibly special. Besides being kick-ass photographers :), you both are the most fun, thoughtful, and generally awesome people, and we've had such a great time getting to know you. Thank you for our amazing pre-wedding surprise box... that was such a perfect way to spend our evening, and we really appreciate you sneaking that over to us :) And thank you for all the million little ways you helped our day go smoothly, and of course, for capturing it all for us. I hope we can stay in touch moving forward! :)