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Kate Crabtree

Maine Wedding Photographer | Acadia, Bar Harbor, Coastal Maine

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Capturing Real, One-of-a-Kind Wedding Moments with Creativity

Hi! I'm Kate Crabtree, a wedding photographer who makes joyful and bold documentary wedding photos set against a variety of stunning ME landscapes. By candidly photographing your wedding day, I seek to capture authentic, fleeting moments that will help encapsulate the love you feel for your friends, your family, and of course your fiance. I have been published in Real Maine Weddings, Maine Magazine, Seacoast Weddings, Style Me Pretty, and Junebug Weddings, amongst others. No matter whether your wedding is taking place on the coast, in the mountains, at a private estate or at a quaint seaside inn, I'm excited to capture the moments and the love that will define your wedding forever.

 

Kate is a Maine wedding photographer and an Acadia elopement photographer who captures weddings and elopements all along the Maine coast, and specializes in candid photos and scenic portraits. Her elopement services are tailored to create an experience as unique as your relationship, whether it’s exchanging vows on a mountain at sunset or exploring the Maine coast by boat. To view more of her favorite moments, make sure to visit her blog. Ultimately, Kate's photography captures the essence of each couple as they participate in their wedding day.
 
 
 
 

27 WPJA Spotlight

A tearful mother gazes at her fully dressed daughter on her wedding day in Bar Harbor, Maine. The intimate moment is captured in black and white from behind the bride's shoulder.
2024 Spotlight Round 4
In Blue Hill, Maine, a group of bridesmaids joyfully dance alongside the beaming bride on her special day. Happiness radiates from their beaming smiles as they celebrate love and unity.
2024 Spotlight Round 4
A young guest's gaze is captured by the elegant wedding cake on display at a Bradley Inn wedding in New Harbor, Maine.
2024 Spotlight Round 4
At La Rochelle, Bar Harbor, Maine, an adult assists the flower girls in donning their crowns as they admire themselves in the mirror, adding a touch of innocence and charm to the elegant wedding.
2024 Spotlight Round 4
At a Blue Hill, Maine wedding, tears escape the bride's eyes as the newlyweds listen to a heartfelt toast. The stunning scenery serves as a dark and rich backdrop for this emotional moment.
2024 Spotlight Round 4
At the idyllic Bar Harbor Club in Maine, emotions run high as the bride takes her first steps towards marriage, accompanied by her father outdoors with a low sun.
2024 Spotlight Round 4
On the shores of Lamoine, Maine, a bride is seen alongside her bridesmaid as they reach up to retrieve the wedding dress from a window at the scenic Lamoine Beach.
2024 Spotlight Round 4
A bride shares an emotional moment with her friends at her Bar Harbor wedding, surrounded by the soft elegance of delicate pastel bridesmaid dresses.
2024 Spotlight Round 4
Professional photographer capturing a special scene at a wedding in Bar Harbor, Maine. A dog looks on as the bride gets ready for her elopement in Acadia National Park.
2024 Spotlight Round 3
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107 Awards for Documentary Wedding Photography

At a wedding in Seal Cove, Maine, on Mount Desert Island, the flower girls engage in playful fun. They toss their bouquets to each other.
2024 v04 Photography Competition
At a wedding in Seal Cove, Maine, on Mount Desert Island, a child joyfully sits on the shoulders of another kid while they dance together, surrounded by guests who are celebrating a lively and fun-filled event.
2024 v04 Photography Competition
At Acadia National Park in Maine, during an elopement ceremony, the couple stands on the rocks by the ocean. It's a sunny day, and the ocean nearby, adding to the beauty of their day.
2024 v04 Photography Competition
At Broadturn Farm in Scarborough, Maine, the groom and his mother share a delightful moment. They make similar expressions while eating and drinking, adding a touch of humor to the wedding celebration.
2024 v04 Photography Competition
At the Bar Harbor Inn, during an intimate elopement, a flower girl lays in the grass, laughing joyfully. The high angle shot captures her carefree spirit and the charm of the moment.
2024 v04 Photography Competition
Amidst the bustling preparations, the groom's children bring a playful and carefree energy to this loving and intimate wedding day captured by a skilled WPJA photographer at Bar Harbor Inn in Maine.
2024 v03 Photography Competition
Love knows no limits as the groom pulled off a spontaneous deep dip with his new bride during their wedding ceremony at Bar Harbor Inn, Maine.
2024 v03 Photography Competition
Filled with excitement and love, the bride's children eagerly await the start of their mother's special day on beautiful Mount Desert Island, Maine.
2024 v03 Photography Competition
Amidst the rain, the wedding guests prepare under white umbrellas, creating a picture of anticipation and togetherness at this Bar Harbor, Maine ceremony.
2024 v03 Photography Competition
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4 Diamond Awards for Engagement Portraits

A photographer captures a romantic picture of a couple in Winterport, Maine, peering through vibrant fall foliage
Diamond Awards 2023 v68
A couple poses on top of two tall cliffs in Ogunquit, Maine, with the photographer capturing them from above and the breathtaking scenery of blue water below and blue sky above
Diamond Awards 2023 v68
During an engagement photo session in Ogunquit, Maine, a couple is seen holding hands and walking towards the sea while scaling a cliff
Diamond Awards 2023 v68
Maine USA provides many opportunities for waterside, foggy engagement portraits such as this
Diamond Awards 2018 v03
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37 Awards from the Artistic Guild of Wedding Photojournalists

In Acadia National Park, Maine, a bride and groom lean in for a kiss atop the cliffs, beautifully framed by clouds that add drama to the picturesque scene.
2024 v04 Artistic Guild
In Acadia National Park, Maine, a wedding couple holds hands during the sunset, with the sun positioned directly behind their intertwined hands.
2024 v04 Artistic Guild
Bride and groom embrace on Acadia National Park cliffs, Maine, overlooking scenic landscape
2024 v04 Artistic Guild
In Acadia National Park, Maine, a bride gracefully twirls atop a solitary rock by a pond, in a serene and enchanting scene in the natural landscape.
2024 v04 Artistic Guild
In Acadia National Park, Maine, a bride and groom share a kiss in front of a stunning reflection on the water, capturing a scene of romance and natural beauty within the serene park landscape.
2024 v04 Artistic Guild
In Acadia National Park, Maine, a bride and groom twirl joyfully near an evergreen forest, close to the water, surrounded by the park's breathtaking natural landscape.
2024 v04 Artistic Guild
In Acadia National Park, Maine, the bride and groom share joyful smiles at each other while aboard a boat, surrounded by the park's stunning natural beauty.
2024 v03 Artistic Guild
In Acadia National Park, Maine, the bride and groom enjoy a serene boat ride, taking in the breathtaking landscapes and waters that surround them.
2024 v03 Artistic Guild
In Acadia National Park, Maine, the bride and groom cuddle lovingly in front of the iconic Bubbles, surrounded by the park's stunning natural beauty and tranquil atmosphere.
2024 v03 Artistic Guild
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10 TOP Wedding Photographer Titles

The WPJA proudly recognizes Kate Crabtree as a TOP International Wedding Photographer. Members holding the most contest points at the end of each year are ranked as TOP Wedding Photographers or, in some cases POY - Photographer of the Year.

WPJA contest judges have been recognized by their industry peers, winning top awards as staff picture editors, staff photojournalists, and newsroom mentors while working for these and other leading publications and journalism organizations.