Connecticut Wedding Photographers

Connecticut Wedding Photographers

Our Connecticut photographers also provide documentary-style coverage in: Hartford, New Haven, Bridgeport, Fairfield, Stamford, Waterbury, Norwalk, Middletown, Wethersfield, Danbury, Greenwich, Stratford, Southington, Putnam, New England

Connecticut Wedding Photography, Engagement Photo Sessions + Elopements

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

Recent WPJA WedElope Story Awards

Connecticut Photographers for Large or Small Weddings

Shooting an elopement or small Connecticut 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.

United States WPJA members are ready to document any fast, justice of the peace, small, 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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25 Connecticut Wedding Photographers...

Portrait of Wedding Photographer David Butler II

New England wedding photographer David Butler II has specialized in documentary style wedding photography for over a decade. His esteemed portfolio includes portraiture, news and sports photography, and his work has been featured in outlets such as Sports Illustrated, ESPN...

2800 (USD)
Connecticut wedding photography by Thaddeus Ladzinski

Thaddeus Ladzinski is a Connecticut wedding photographer and lively extrovert who loves photography and telling stories of people. He uses his skill to capture moments of celebration, so his clients hold onto their memories.

3600 (USD)
Studio portrait of Jeff Lundstrom, a Fine Art Wedding Photographer

Jeff Lundstrom is an experienced documentary wedding photographer from CT. He is passionate about creating art amidst chaos and has the necessary education of 35 years playing sports, a corporate career, and photography. He loves living in Litchfield and exploring its...

3000 (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 Connecticut weddings.
6500 (USD)
Portrait of Wedding Photographer Alex Paul

Alex Paul is a New England-based professional wedding photographer with over 250 destination weddings to his name, including locations such as Italy, Greece, Switzerland, Montenegro, Thailand, Hungary, Czech Republic and Iceland.

Alex Paul

Boston in Massachusetts, US *Now booking Connecticut weddings.
4500 (USD)
Engagement sessions and wedding photography by Alex Gordeev of New England

Alex Gordeev is a renowned East Coast wedding photographer, experienced in New England and across the United States. He excels in making his clients feel comfortable while capturing heartfelt memories they will cherish forever.

Alex Gordeev

Boston in Massachusetts, US *Now booking Connecticut weddings.
3500 (USD)
Portrait of Corey Butler, a documentary wedding photographer

Corey Butler is a New England-based wedding photographer driven by nostalgia and his studies of photojournalism. He strives to authentically capture moments for couples, and to preserve them by looking back and saying 'this is how things actually happened.'

Corey Butler

South Portland in Maine, US *Now booking Connecticut weddings.
355/hour (USD)
Portrait of Wedding and Elopement Photographer Megan Hannah

Megan Hannah, a New England, USA wedding photographer, lives in Vermont with her husband, two cats, and backyard chickens. Since 2012, she has captured over 100 weddings, working alongside her husband in a documentary-style approach.

Megan Hannah

Lincoln in Vermont, US *Now booking Connecticut weddings.
6500 (USD)
Boston wedding and elopement photography by Kayla Rice of the Massachusetts FPJA

Kayla Rice is a New England wedding photographer who began her career in professional photography at Syracuse University. With a background in photojournalism, she specializes in wedding and family lifestyle photojournalism.

Kayla Rice

West Roxbury in Massachusetts, US *Now booking Connecticut weddings.
3800 (USD)
New England wedding photography by Oliver Parini

Oliver Parini is a New England wedding photographer with over a decade of experience, also specializing in editorial and commercial photography for top publications such as The New York Times, The Washington Post, and The Boston Globe. When not capturing special moments,...

Oliver Parini

Burlington in Vermont, US *Now booking Connecticut weddings.
4000 (USD)
Portland Maine wedding photography by Brittany Bugaj

Brittany Bugaj and her partner Dean are the owners of Two Adventurous Souls, a US-based wedding photography team that specializes in capturing the meaningful connections between couples, their loved ones, and the breathtaking locations they choose as a backdrop on their...

Brittany Bugaj

Old Orchard Beach in Maine, US *Now booking Connecticut weddings.
4900 (USD)
Portrait of Wedding Photographer Denise Chastain

Denise Chastain is an east coast US based wedding photographer with over 25 years of experience. She has worked with celebrities, commercial companies, and magazines, and now turns her lens to wedding photography.

Denise Chastain

Lynbrook in New York, US *Now booking Connecticut weddings.
3500 (USD)
Urban wedding photography by Jenna Salvagin

Jenna Salvagin is a professional wedding and destination photographer based in the Hudson Valley and New York City. Jenna graduated from School of Visual Arts with a BFA in Photography in 2011, and has worked as a studio photographer, intern photographer at Brooklyn Museum...

Jenna Salvagin

Warwick in New York, US *Now booking Connecticut weddings.
2000 (USD)
Portrait of Wedding Photographer Sarah Priestap

arah Priestap is a wedding photographer New England, USA. With second-generation experience, her degree in Photojournalism from Rochester Institute of Technology and years of practice with her partner, Jeff Porter, Sarah has been capturing wedlock for a number of years.

Sarah Priestap

Tunbridge in Vermont, US *Now booking Connecticut weddings.
3500 (USD)
Portrait of Maria Hunter, Wedding and Elopement Photographer

Maria Hunter is a wedding photographer for New York and Connecticut. She acquired a degree in art with an emphasis in photography and furthered her studies under portrait photographers. Since 2002, she has uniquely captured weddings and families with a blend of...

Maria Hunter

New York in New York, US *Now booking Connecticut weddings.
4195 (USD)
Portrait of Bill Tse, Wedding Photographer

Having shot weddings in the NY and New England area for over 20 years, Bill Tse is renowned for his exceptional blend of photojournalistic and traditional styles. He is a highly experienced, award-winning photographer who graduated from the New York Institute of Photography...

Bill Tse

Brooklyn in New York, US *Now booking Connecticut weddings.
3500 (USD)
Wedding photography by Edward Dye

Edward Dye has 12 years of professional photography experience, including a background in photojournalism, Edward has the skills to capture the best memories without disturbing the moments.

Edward Dye

New York City in New York, US *Now booking Connecticut weddings.
4500 (USD)
Portrait of New England Wedding Photographer Connie Miller of studioatticus

Connie Adams is a New England based wedding photographer. With over 250 weddings photographed, she has gained recognition with books and magazines such as O Magazine, Brides Boston Magazine, The Knot Magazine, and others.

Connie Miller

West Newton in Massachusetts, US *Now booking Connecticut weddings.
6600 (USD)
Image of William West, Documentary Wedding Photographer

In 2006, William West began his career as a professional photographer, branching out to documentary wedding photography. He has photographed over 650 weddings around the world, making use of his diverse skills in business development, graphic design, and art.

William West

in New Jersey, US *Now booking Connecticut weddings.
2350 (USD)
New England wedding, engagement and elopement photography by Kevin Wright of Atlas & Stone Photography

New England based wedding photographer Kevin Wright, with a film school background, has a passion for candid storytelling. After transitioning from the restaurant industry, Kevin and his wife built a successful family and event photography company before specializing in...

Kevin Wright

Attleboro in Massachusetts, US *Now booking Connecticut weddings.
3150 (USD)
Wedding and Elopement Photographer - Jason Rhee

Jason Rhee, 20-year documentary wedding photographer: School of Visual Arts grad in late '90s; captures couple's essence during photoshoot by encouraging lighthearted atmosphere.

Jason Rhee

Northvale in New Jersey, US *Now booking Connecticut weddings.
2200 (USD)
Studio portrait of New England wedding photographer Blake Thomas

Blake Thomas is a NY-based and New England wedding photographer with a background in firefighting. He also has a talent for making delicious BBQ ribs and loves backpacking through mountains. Additionally, Blake has a passion for aviation and enjoys taking pictures of...

Blake Thomas

Saratoga Springs in New York, US *Now booking Connecticut weddings.
3200 (USD)
New England engagement, wedding and elopement photography by Casey Durgin

Casey Durgin is a New England documentary wedding photographer with 13 years of experience. Her natural and timeless style captures the beauty and joy of life's special moments. Her work has been featured in various print publications and wedding blogs.

Casey Durgin

Kittery in Maine, US *Now booking Connecticut weddings.
3900 (USD)
BW Studio Portrait of wedding photographer Joey Curry of the USA WPJA

At 13, Joey Curry dreamed of animating but was better at taking photographs. Fascinated by his mother's camera, he developed an addiction to photography. His travels provided influence for his unique style. When he met his wife, she encouraged him to apply his style to...

Joey Curry

New Providence in New Jersey, US *Now booking Connecticut weddings.
2000 (USD)
Matthew Cavanaugh, New England Wedding Photojournalist

Matthew Cavanaugh is a New England-based freelance photographer with a strong background in capturing wedding moments. He is a veteran White House photographer who has covered historic events, including the election and inauguration of President Obama. His work has been...

Matthew Cavanaugh

Greenfield in Massachusetts, US *Now booking Connecticut weddings.
3500 (USD)

1 more photographers available for your wedding...

3000 US Dollar

Murget Royd Photo Inc. | NYC/NJ Weddings, Events, Corporate: Geraldine Petrovic Pritchard

Leonardo in New Jersey, United States

Photographer With Unique Style Melds Wedding Photojournalism and Fashion

My main interest in photography is capturing spontaneous and heartfelt images. Although posing is part of an event, I privilege candid portraiture. I've worked for...

Map of Wedding Photojournalists Serving Connecticut Couples

Connecticut Wedding Elopement Photography - WedElope

View WedElope Image Galleries by Connecticut Wedding Photographers from Small Events and Intimate Elopements.

Wedding Venue Pictures by Connecticut Wedding Photographers

Please select a venue below to view all associated contest-winning Connecticut wedding photos.

Connecticut Wedding, Elopement and Engagement Images by WPJA Photographers

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

The wedding photo taken at West Haven, Connecticut captured a touching moment of a groom shedding tears as his mother lovingly does his hair for the big day
Best Fairfield, Connecticut documentary wedding photography showing the bride and groom try to control their eager dog from escaping to the water
A top Hebron, Connecticut wedding photographer captured this picture at Easterseals of Oak Hill Camp Hemlocks as the groom and a flower girl smile and embrace others in celebration just following the wedding ceremony
The Connecticut WPJA is proud to award this non traditional Fairfield wedding image at Jacky Durrell Pavillion of a New England bride pouring a bottle of tequila while partying with her friends at the wedding reception
A couple stands together in the distance by the ocean with rocky formation and sand around them in Lighthouse Point Park, New Haven, Connecticut for pre-wed images
West Hartford, Connecticut portrait session with an engaged Couple sitting with geese
Private Home wedding photography in Connecticut - The bride and groom happy after popping champagne
Private Home Connecticut Wedding Photo from the Backyard: Ceremony blessing by a wooden sword
Bride's Home in Weston CT | Wedding Photography | Bride listening to her 'gift' from groom - a song he wrote, played and recorded for her
Backyard wedding photography in Weston CT - Bride and Groom on dance floor
Connecticut Couple sitting in grass during their engagement portrait session
Connecticut pre-wedding portrait | Couple walking in park

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How can couples find Connecticut photographers for pre-wedding engagement portraits?
A: The WPJA issues Diamond Awards for Connecticut 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: Where can I find a photographer for a short-notice, small Connecticut 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 Connecticut wedding day by.
Q: How can couples find top-ranked Connecticut wedding photographers?
A: The WPJA created the original wedding photographer ranking systems. Our innovative system is based on contest winning points, meaning that the Connecticut 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.

Getting Married in Connecticut - Planning for the Best Wedding Photography

Connecticut, along the Long Island Sound, offers many scenic locations for the Connecticut bride and groom to choose from for their ceremony and reception photography needs. The restored whaling village and living museum in Mystic Seaport provide quaint New England style backdrops for your Connecticut photos. Your photographer will have opportunities to capture images in New England historic villages surrounded by beautiful buildings. If your Connecticut nuptials fall during the months of September and October, foliage season aids in creating colorful picture backdrops. Your special day can only be complemented by Connecticut's parks and forests which offer something for everyone...wedding guests or members of your party may enjoy a walk on one of the many CT hiking trails or they may enjoy a day at the beach. Whether you choose a Connecticut beach ceremony, New England style, or a fall foliage wedding, your CT wedding photojournalist is sure to enjoy shooting photos amidst the beautiful backdrop of your Connecticut event location.

WPJA Communiqué: Featured Wedding Photography Articles
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
While some people live for the hustle and bustle of a big wedding with extravagant décor and an impossibly long guest list, others find these kinds of weddings to be too much hoopla, preferring instead something simpler and quieter, allowing for more intimacy between them...Read more
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

RAVES, REVIEWS, AND Connecticut WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER RECOMMENDATIONS

Eve & Daniel

Photo by Edward Dye

Hi Edward, You are great to work with. You captured really amazing moments throughout the wedding, and one of the best qualities of your work was your ability to use natural light to make everything look romantic and outstandingly beautiful. You always responded promptly to all emails and arrived early to the wedding; overall, very reliable, reasonable, and extremely talented!

Arianne & Leon

Photo by Edward Dye

Thank You from the bottom of our hearts Edward! You knew exactly what to do and where to go to capture background pictures of the Brooklyn bridge and the Brooklyn Bridge park. You captured our romance and all excitement of the day easily! You are a true professional with true Artistic talent. you were wonderful to work with. What we loved the most, the very next day you posted a 50 picture sneak peak of our day on Facebook. every bride wants to relive the day and to see those pictures ,the very next day, was a perfect gift to me, the bride. i have to say if i only had those 50 pictures I'd be completely happy and content, truly! But you then sent us a custom made cd and case with our photos on the cover. Very nice surprise! All the pictures from the day, start to finish and fabulous! we both feel very blessed to have found you and were able to get a booking with you! Thank you Edward!!! Love, Leon and Ari P.

Arati & Adam

Photo by Edward Dye

Hi Edward, You and your assistant did a fantastic job with our wedding photography! We did not want conventional ”posed” photos and you completely understood our vision. You really captured the moment and we can feel the energy of the day when looking through the photos. You have a great photo journalistic approach and were so professional. We're really pleased with the photos and can't recommend you enough! Thank you again for capturing our day and understanding our vision!