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Our Boston photographers also provide documentary-style coverage in: Amesbury, Andover, Boxford, Danvers, Essex, Georgetown, Gloucester, Groveland, Hamilton, Haverhill, Ipswich, Lawrence, Lynn, Lynnfield, Manchester-by-the-Sea, Malden, Marblehead, Melrose, Merrimac, Methuen, Middleton, Nahant, Newbury, Newburyport, North Andover, Peabody, Rockport, Rowley, Salem, Salisbury, Saugus, Swampscott, Topsfield, Wenham, West Newbury

Boston Wedding Photography, Engagement Photo Sessions + Elopements

Intimate Wedding Photography in Boston - Capturing the Joy of Small Celebrations - Discover the best Boston photographers specializing in intimate marriages. Couples are embracing the trend of smaller, more meaningful celebrations. Let our talented photographers capture the happiness and closeness of your symbolic, boutique, unique, or at-home wedding.

By planning a simple Boston elopement, couples are able to stay present in the moment and fully absorb the impact of their wedding day. With many couples feeling more comfortable and relaxed in intimate settings, it is not surprising that some of the most sincere and touching wedding photos are captured at smaller celebrations.

The WPJA has an abundance of top-ranked, Boston documentary wedding photographers available right now who understand that some weddings can’t wait. Find yours today!
Recent WPJA WedElope Story Awards
The couple, surrounded by candles resembling airport runway lights at night, posed for a beautiful portrait on the beach together, celebrating their intimate small wedding
Juan Carlos Calderon
An indoor couple portrait featuring window frame shadows cast onto them and reflections in glass
Detelina Krasteva
Wedding Portrait Photographer for Rapolano Terme, Tuscany | posing for a portrait that felt secretive
Alessia Bruchi

Boston Photographers for Large or Small Weddings

Shooting an elopement or small Boston 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.

Massachusetts WPJA members are ready to document any civil union, self solemnization, town hall, or any other type of elopement wedding, even if it is a Monday-Thursday ceremony. Search for the “Can Shoot Weddings on Short Notice!” message on the listings below.

17 Boston Wedding Photographers...

New England wedding event coverage, engagement portraits and elopement photography by Simi Rabinowitz

Simi Rabinowitz is an award-winning wedding photographer from New England, USA. He focuses on natural light and raw emotion, creating unique images that tell the special story of each event.

Simi Rabinowitz

Somerville in Massachusetts, US *Now booking Boston weddings.
72
2
54
2700 (USD)
Boston wedding and elopement photography by Kayla Rice of the Massachusetts FPJA

Armed with a solid foundation in photojournalism, Kayla Rice is a talented wedding photojournalist who captures candid moments of love and joy.

Kayla Rice

West Roxbury in Massachusetts, US *Now booking Boston weddings.
15
3
36
3800 (USD)
Lifestye portrait of Boston wedding photographer Channing Johnson, of the Massachusetts WPJA

Channing Johnson, a Boston-based wedding photographer, holds a degree in photojournalism. His work has appeared in TIME Magazine, The Wall Street Journal, and U.S. News and World Report. With over 350 weddings documented, his storytelling approach ensures authentic and...

Channing Johnson

Melrose in Massachusetts, US *Now booking Boston weddings.
7
4300 (USD)
Ben Schaefer Engagement and Wedding Images

Ben Schaefer is a New England-based photographer who excels in wedding photojournalism, candid portraiture, and rock climbing. He shoots the wedding day with care and attention to detail using a Leica camera system.

Ben Schaefer

Arlington in Massachusetts, US *Now booking Boston weddings.
46
10
4800 (USD)
Portrait of Wedding Photographer Alex Paul

In his journalistic style, Alex Paul, a visual storyteller, has captured the intimate moments of over 250 destination weddings as a New England-based professional wedding photographer.

Alex Paul

Boston in Massachusetts, US
83
18
4500 (USD)
Studio portrait of New England small wedding and elopement photographer Nicole Chan

New England-based wedding photographer, Nicole Chan, is a visual storyteller who expertly captures candid moments and creates timeless portraits using a journalistic style. With an unobtrusive approach, she ensures an authentic representation of each couple's special...

Nicole Chan

Quincy in Massachusetts, US *Now booking Boston weddings.
20
4
50
6000 (USD)
Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Rhode Island wedding photography by Connie Miller

Connie Adams, a renowned photographer, employs a documentary approach that emphasizes visual storytelling. As a result, she has been recognized by various publications, including O Magazine, Brides Boston Magazine, and The Knot Magazine.

Connie Miller

West Newton in Massachusetts, US *Now booking Boston weddings.
6
6600 (USD)

Hugue Robert Marsan is a visual storyteller and journalistic-style photographer hailing from Haiti. Since 2003, he has been skillfully capturing the essence of his environment, breathing life into each moment he encounters through the lens of his camera.

Hugue Robert Marsan

Dorchester in Massachusetts, US *Now booking Boston weddings.
3
2550 (USD)
Portrait of Mark Davidson, a Boston wedding photographer

Mark Davidson is an accomplished wedding photographer with a BA in Commercial Photography from Brooks Institute in Santa Barbara, CA. His style combines photojournalism with relaxed portrait sessions and his work has been featured in highly regarded publications such as...

Mark Davidson

Somerville in Massachusetts, US *Now booking Boston weddings.
4
2850 (USD)
Lifestyle portrait of Annalee Durland-Jones, a Boston, MA Wedding Photographer

Annalee Durland-Jones is a wedding, travel, and adventure photographer based in New England. She discovered her passion for photography in high school and photographed her first wedding at eighteen. Annalee focuses on capturing authentic, sentimental moments rather than...

Annalee Durland-Jones

Boston in Massachusetts, US
6000 (USD)
Portrait of Wedding Photographer Jacob Hannah

Jacob Hannah, a New England wedding photographer based in Vermont. Influenced by a background in photojournalism. Expert in capturing real emotion, candid moments, unique personality & energy of the special day. Bachelors in Photojournalism from Rochester Institute of...

Jacob Hannah

Lincoln in Vermont, US *Now booking Boston weddings.
166
8
6500 (USD)
Portrait of Wedding and Elopement Photographer Megan Hannah

Megan Hannah, a New England wedding photographer, lives in Vermont with her husband, two cats, and backyard chickens. Since 2012, she has been capturing the heartfelt moments of love with a camera, using a documentary approach to storytelling.

Megan Hannah

Lincoln in Vermont, US *Now booking Boston weddings.
85
6500 (USD)
Engagement, Wedding and Elopement Photographer for New England, Andy Madea

Andy Madea, a New England documentary wedding photographer, merges his passion for adventure with his photography. Having explored mountains and fished in coastal waters, he now resides in Vermont with his wife and their furball pup.

Andy Madea

Waitsfield in Vermont, US *Now booking Boston weddings.
43
14
8000 (USD)
New England wedding and elopement photography by Christine Hochkeppel

Christine Hochkeppel, a seasoned New England wedding photojournalist, has a decade of experience capturing weddings and has contributed to renowned publications like Worcester Telegram & Gazette, Cape Cod Times, and the Boston Globe.

Christine Hochkeppel

Osterville in Massachusetts, US *Now booking Boston weddings.
7
3675 (USD)
Massachusetts Couple Portraits by Wedding Photographer Katie Kaizer

Katie Kaizer is a documentary wedding photographer based in Massachusetts and Rhode Island. With a background in photojournalism and a passion for storytelling, Katie is dedicated to capturing the moments and experiences that couples will cherish forever.

Katie Kaizer

Nantucket in Massachusetts, US *Now booking Boston weddings.
16
4
6
31
8500 (USD)
Wenjie Han is an engagement and wedding photographer for NY

With a documentary approach and a passion for visual storytelling, Will Han captures life's genuine moments of love. As a wedding photographer, he uses his camera to authentically document the emotions and experiences of couples.

Wenjie Han

Long Island City in New York, US *Now booking Boston weddings.
48
6
114
3000 (USD)
Portrait of Jennifer Lamy, a USA destination wedding photographer

Based in Newport, Rhode Island, Jennifer Lamy is an experienced wedding photographer who brings a passion for love and a deep understanding of luxury weddings to her craft. With 18 years of experience and a wanderlust spirit, she creates timeless photographs that...

Jennifer Lamy

Newport in Rhode Island, US *Now booking Boston weddings.
5600 (USD)

Map of Wedding Photojournalists Serving Boston Couples

Boston Wedding, Elopement and Engagement Images by WPJA Photographers

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

Two groomsmen show off their limbo skills on the dance floor at the Museum of Science in Boston, Massachusetts during a wedding reception.
BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS - Newlyweds exchange vows during a ceremony in the electricity theater of the Museum of Science, surrounded by vibrant exhibits and artifacts.
Boston, Massachusetts - A young couple poses for a romantic engagement photo at Southwest Corridor Park, surrounded by vibrant purple flowers and beautiful natural scenery.
Boston, Massachusetts - A happy couple practices dance moves with big smiles at the Mass Ave T Station, dressed in formal attire.
Boston, MA - A loving embrace in the heart of downtown Boston as a couple shares a tender embrace in their engagement portrait. The man kisses his fiancée's temple as they stand in the urban alley.
Romantic black and white photo of newlyweds starting their journey to the ceremony at the beautiful Commonwealth Hotel in Massachusetts.
A touching moment captured at a Boston Public Library wedding, as the bride wipes away a tear while the groom reads his vows. Emotional and intimate, this picture captures the essence of their special day.
In Boston, a couple had their portraits taken while standing in the afternoon light, casting shadows on the red brick wall behind them.
A fine art portrait captured by a Boston wedding photographer, at Seaport area in MA, of a couple walking and holding hands with glass reflections for an engagement session.
Creative portrait of a couple by a Boston wedding photographer, in an engagement session photo on Commonwealth Avenue in, MA, where she shows off her ring on ring finger, their kiss is out of focus.
A black and white wedding photograph capturing a humorous moment at the ceremony in Boston, MA, where the priest appears to have the arms of a painting behind him.
Award-winning portrait capturing the modern couple against a backdrop of colors. Backlit with a red and orange spotlight, this contemporary image showcases their love in the heart of Boston, Mass.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How can couples find top-ranked Boston wedding photographers?
A: The WPJA created the original wedding photographer ranking systems. Our innovative system is based on contest winning points, meaning that the Boston 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.
Q: Who are the best Boston wedding photographers for small elopements?
A: The WPJA is proud to have some of the top Boston 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 Boston photographers for pre-wedding engagement portraits?
A: The WPJA issues Diamond Awards for Boston 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.
WPJA Communiqué: Featured Wedding Photography Articles
Wedding Economy: The Ups and Downs
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
Vows, Crowds, and Nerves: Avoid Stress with a Small Wedding
While some of us were fortunate enough to be born as extroverts, not everyone feels the same way. For a good chunk of the population, any number of the typical wedding day traditions can inspire anxiety and existential dread. This day is all about you, yes, but does that...Read more
What is a Modern Elopement?
WHAT EXACTLY DOES IT MEAN TO ELOPE? If you look up the definition of “elope” in the Merriam-Webster dictionary , you’ll find a plethora of meanings making it quite clear how polarizing the word has become, and how it has transformed and evolved with the passage of time and...Read more

WPJA Communiqué: Viewpoints
Elopements: Traditional and Modern
The oldsters among the WPJA ranks no doubt remember when 'to elope' meant, in Merriam-Webster’s definition, “to run away secretly with the intention of getting married, usually without parental consent.” Many wedding photographers have gone on the lam with couples who did just that. However, even Merriam-Webster now acknowledges that “elope appears to have become shorthand for ‘ small destination weddings ,’ a ‘ wedding that is not financially insane ,’ or a ‘ wedding that allows us to not invite all the people we would rather not invite .’” Smaller Weddings are... Read more
What is Reportage?
On Instagram and elsewhere, one can see images labeled as #photojournalism or #reportage when they are, in fact, merely photos. I say "merely," even though photography has been my career's great passion. But it's because of that passion and my respect for the work of actual photojournalists that I am particularly bothered to see wedding photographers call their work "reportage." That word properly used actually means something important beyond just a stylistic conceit. By contrast, however, I'm the lead cheerleader for those practitioners of #weddingphotojournalism ... Read more

RAVES, REVIEWS, AND Boston WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER RECOMMENDATIONS

Wedding Ceremony Photography at the First Congregational Church - Nantucket, MA

Jenna and Brandon

Photo by Katie Kaizer

Dear Katie, It is difficult to put down on paper how much gratitude we feel about the entire experience. This has been one truly amazing year! It is not lost son us how incredibly fortunate we are to have had our love story captured so beautifully by someone who started as a photographer and ended up being an amazing friend! Brandon and I are so grateful for your kindness, caring and genuine heart. You have truly made this entire experience magical. Your talent truly shines through the lens and each photo is more beautiful than the next. Your ability to capture feelings and emotions puts you above the rest. Everything from our weekend was perfect. Thank you for taking this journey with us. Thank you for your support and love. We are so honored to know you Katie. You're simply the best. Thank you for absolutely everything! All our love, Jenna and Brandon

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Wedding photography of the Ceremony at the Groom's home in Madaket on Nantucket Island

Rochelle and Ryan

Photo by Katie Kaizer

Katie, First card for you! Many thanks for your professionalism. The formals are perfect...grasses made a great backdrop. Everyone loves the photo of Ry and Ro in the Madaket grasses and the release of the petals...even more special are the candids, me with my precious Chris and Nolan. "Scotty the body" dancing with everyone and the tender moments...the hugs, kisses and love. Thank you for memorializing these. Love, Carol Mother of the Groom

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Madaket Beach, Nantucket wedding photography from a seaside, shore elopement

Heather and Mitch

Photo by Katie Kaizer

Katie, We want to thank you for everything you did for us this past summer. Canceling our original wedding plans because of covid was difficult but we felt so lucky to get the chance to replan with you! Our photos were more than we could have dreamed of and they have brought us so much joy over the last several months. Thank you for the prints too! It's so nice enjoying them framed! Love, Heather, Mitch, and Kira

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