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Our Portugal photographers also provide documentary-style coverage in: Lisbon, Porto, Amadora, Braga, Setúbal, Coimbra, Queluz, Funchal, Cacém, Matosinhos

Portugal Wedding Photography, Engagement Photo Sessions + Elopements

Intimate Wedding Photography in Portugal - Capturing the Joy of Small Celebrations - Discover the best Portugal 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 Portugal 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, Portugal documentary wedding photographers available right now who understand that some weddings and elopements can’t wait. Find yours today!
Recent WPJA WedElope Story Awards
The small wedding was perfect for the couple, family, and friends all gathered in an intimate setting at the restaurant, with a beautiful BW image of the moment captured to remember the day forever
Fabrizio Demasi
This young couple decided to tie the knot in a small, intimate ceremony, after a short taxi ride
Wenjie Han
The bride and groom decided to elope and take a romantic walk along the beach under an umbrella at their dream destination
Nick Despres

Portugal Photographers for Large or Small Weddings

Shooting an elopement or small Portugal 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.

Europe WPJA members are ready to document any justice of the peace, themed, 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.

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20 Portugal Wedding Photographers...

Wedding photographer, Daniel Monteiro

Using a documentary approach to storytelling, Daniel Monteiro, a visual artist, intertwines his passion for photography with his talent for capturing life's most precious moments, founding "menino conhece menina" to portray the love shared between couples.

Daniel Monteiro

Porto, PT
83
14
2850 (EUR)
Carlos Porfírio, documentary-style wedding and elopement photographer - Laranja Metade

Carlos Porfírio is a traveling wedding photographer with 12+ years experience. He has a background in design and web design, and studied the direction of photography and TV, fiction, and advertising. He is an experienced destination wedding photographer, specialising in...

Carlos Porfírio

Lisbon, PT
34
5
66
1650 (EUR)
Outdoor wedding photography and engagement sessions by Nuno Lima

Nuno Lima, a Portuguese wedding photographer from Portugal, has been capturing special moments for couples for the past 14 years. With a passion for detail, light, colors, and shapes, he brings a unique perspective to his photography.

Nuno Lima

Leiria, PT
2
14
1800 (EUR)
Lisbon wedding and elopement photography by Pedro Vilela of Portugal

Pedro Vilela, a wedding photographer based in Lisbon, Portugal, takes a documentary approach to capturing the wedding day. With a focus on storytelling and visual aesthetics, he uses his diverse skills to create authentic and professional images that showcase the unique...

Pedro Vilela

Lisbon, PT
19
1
1
2350 (EUR)
Porto wedding photography by Pedro Filipe of Portugal

Pedro Filipe is a Portugal-based wedding photographer known for his journalistic approach, blending artistry, photojournalism, and portraiture to create emotive images using natural light.

Pedro Filipe

Esmoriz, PT
1500 (EUR)
Wedding and elopement photos by Pierrick Roland

Pierrick Roland is a destination wedding photojournalist and videographer. A few years ago, he became immediately captured by the joy of capturing images and creating everlasting moments. He then pursued his studies in cinema at the ENS Louis Lumière.

Pierrick Roland

Levallois-Perret in Hauts-de-Seine (92) , FR *Now booking Portugal weddings.
100
2200 (EUR)
Weddings, engagement portrait shoots and elopement photography by Pedro Volana

Pedro Volana is a Europe-based destination wedding photographer with a background in books, movies, and the works of other documentary artists and painters. With years of professional experience, he is dedicated to capturing the most important moments in people's lives.

Pedro Volana

Jaen in Jaen, ES *Now booking Portugal weddings.
63
1
150
1500 (EUR)
United Kingdom wedding reportage photography by Andrew Heeley

Andrew Heeley is a UK-travelling wedding photographer who captures creative stories with dynamic light and contrast. With 4 years of professional experience and a love of film and black and white, he looks to add a unique touch to each wedding.

Andrew Heeley

Sheffield in South Yorkshire, GB *Now booking Portugal weddings.
16
2
1
36
2000 (GBP)
BW studio portrait of a French photographer for country weddings - William Desse

Based in Pyrénées-Atlantiques, William Desse is a skilled wedding photojournalist who combines his love for outdoor adventures with his passion for capturing organic and candid moments.

William Desse

Mouguerre in Pyrenees-Atlantiques (64) , FR *Now booking Portugal weddings.
8
14
1500 (EUR)

Liam Collard, an award-winning wedding photographer, takes a documentary approach to his storytelling, using visual elements to capture authentic and heartfelt moments of love. With his expertise in creative lighting, he is available for destination weddings worldwide.

Liam Collard

London, GB *Now booking Portugal weddings.
23
30
3000 (GBP)
Black and white studio portrait of documentary wedding and elopement photographer Lucio Zogno

As a skilled documentary wedding photographer, Lucio Zogno skillfully narrates the beautiful love stories he encounters. With his ability to capture raw emotions and genuine connections, he creates timeless images.

Lucio Zogno

Palazzolo sull'Oglio in Brescia, IT *Now booking Portugal weddings.
8
71
900 (EUR)
Wedding photographer Stam Chananakhon

In her work as a destination wedding photographer, Stam Chananakhon embraces a journalistic style, capturing real and compelling moments for her couples. As a visual storyteller, she uses her camera to immortalize the love and emotions shared on the wedding day.

Stam Chananakhon

London, GB *Now booking Portugal weddings.
29
19
3000 (GBP)
Portrait of Loren Haar, Engagement, Elopement and Wedding Photographer

Loren Haar is a skilled traveling wedding photographer known for capturing authentic and emotional moments. With a background in documenting significant life events, Loren's passion for photography truly blossomed after learning manual mode.

Loren Haar

Ventura in California, US *Now booking Portugal weddings.
3
1
2
2200 (USD)

Dennis Viera is an award-winning international wedding photographer. With a nearly decade-long background in photojournalism, Dennis's photography career began in high school. His passion for documenting life has taken him and his family around the world.

Dennis Viera

Rohnert Park in California, US *Now booking Portugal weddings.
29
1
4
4
5000 (USD)
BW Portrait of Wedding Photographer Ruth Blamire-Brown

Ruth Blamire Brown is a traveling wedding photographer. Her photographic journey started when she discovered she could create artistic imagery with a camera, and was further developed when she studied a BA hons in Photography at Blackpool and The Fylde College.

Ruth Blamire Brown

Alhaurín el Grande in Malaga, ES *Now booking Portugal weddings.
1
1500 (EUR)
Timmy Keane Wedding Photography of Timtim Media Weddings

Timmy Keane is a wedding photographer who loves to capture special moments in a fun and light-hearted way. He is an adventure seeker and music lover, and when not shooting weddings he enjoys playing sports and games.

Timmy Keane

in Dublin, IE *Now booking Portugal weddings.
1
1
1800 (EUR)
Lifestyle Portrait of Documentary Wedding Photographer Emily Fonseca, of Framed by Emily

Emily Fonseca is a family and wedding photographer from Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, based in The Netherlands. With a background in dancing and acting, she also holds a degree in pharmacy. However, she found her true passion in photography and enjoys breaking away from the...

Emily Fonseca

Amsterdam in Noord Holland, NL *Now booking Portugal weddings.
300 (EUR)
Landes wedding photography by Marina Contis of Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France

Maria Contis is a documentary wedding photographer with an innate ability to tell a couple's love story through her lens. Her passion for capturing honest and authentic moments is evident in every frame she captures.

Marina Contis

Bénesse-Maremne in Landes (40) , FR *Now booking Portugal weddings.
1750 (EUR)
Wedding photography by Aurelie Blanche of Vibrant Feelings Studio

Aurelie is an experienced destination wedding photographer. She has years of photojournalism and experience from her travels and encounters and creates authentic memories that capture the love story of couples.

Aurelie Blanche

Paris, FR *Now booking Portugal weddings.
2000 (EUR)

Ana Backhaus

Dubai, AE *Now booking Portugal weddings.
1800 (USD)

Map of Wedding Photojournalists Serving Portugal Couples

Portugal Wedding, Elopement and Engagement Images by WPJA Photographers

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

Elegant black and white photograph of bride and bridesmaid entering the van outside Altis Avenida Hotel in Lisboa, Portugal on the wedding day, capturing a moment of anticipation and excitement as they make their way to the main venue.
A heartwarming wedding scene unfolds as the couple shares their first dance at Quinta do Roseiral in Ericeira, Portugal, with children watching in awe as they float on the fog.
A beautiful wedding moment at Quinta de Monfalim in Sobral de Monte Agraço, Portugal, as the couple cuts their cake surrounded by guests holding sparklers, culminating in a heartfelt embrace, captured at the venue amidst emotional connections.
Bride and groom exiting Lisbon church, shielded under veil from rain of petals and rice, captured by a WPJA wedding photographer.
During an Ishmaelite wedding ceremony at SANA Metropolitan venue in Lisboa, Portugal, the groom's brother and bride humorously wipe off sweat together on a hot day.
A joyful Baraat ceremony in Penha Longa, Sintra, Portugal, where the groom, unfamiliar with horse riding, is cheered on by his guests in a vibrant procession towards his bride.
Capturing the anticipation and joy of the bride, this award-winning image showcases a close-up of her hand and flowers she leaves the church in Lisbon, Portugal. The bouquet held tightly inside the car, accompanied by vibrant confetti on the ground.
Award-winning wedding photographer captures an intimate embrace for the newlyweds after their religious ceremony near the stunning Tejo's river view at SUD Lisboa, Portugal, as a passing kid on a bike adds a charming touch.
Two guests sitting in fancy chairs by a small table on the grass at a wedding venue in Alenquer, Portugal, captured by a talented Portugal wedding photographer
Trofa, Portugal - Beautifully captured by a Portugal wedding photographer, this image shows a bride and groom holding hands in a frame adorned with multiple layers and reflections
In Vila do Conde, Portugal, a wedding photographer expertly captures an indoor ceremony. The photo shows the bride and groom seated, with guests seated and reflected in the window glass
At the VIP Santa Iria Hotel in Lisbon, Portugal, a wedding photographer captures a joyful moment. The groom is embraced by guests on the dance floor, creating a heartwarming image.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Who are the best Portugal wedding photographers for small elopements?
A: The WPJA is proud to have some of the top Portugal 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 Portugal photographers for pre-wedding engagement portraits?
A: The WPJA issues Diamond Awards for Portugal 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: How can couples find reviews of Portugal 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 Portugal wedding photographers for their own wedding.

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RAVES, REVIEWS, AND Portugal WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER RECOMMENDATIONS

Whitney & Terry

Photo by Dennis Viera

Using you guys was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding. From our first conversation, we could tell you were friendly, easygoing people who just like to take great pictures and make your clients happy. You took the time getting to know us and our relationship so you could give us exactly what we wanted. On our wedding day you were flexible, fun, and extremely easy to work with; not that we ever had any doubts, but the pictures came out ABSOLUTELY PERFECT. We were thrilled with all the pictures...and happy to have two new friends. We love you and recommend you wholeheartedly!!!

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