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Leinster Wedding Photographers

Our Leinster photographers also provide documentary-style coverage in: Carlow, Kildare, Kilkenny, Laois, Longford, Louth, Meath, Offaly, Westmeath, Wexford, Wicklow

Leinster Wedding Photography, Engagement Photo Sessions + Elopements

Intimate Wedding Photography in Leinster - Capturing the Joy of Small Celebrations - Discover the best Leinster 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 intimate, outdoor, casual, or at-home wedding.

By planning a simple Leinster 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, Leinster documentary wedding photographers available right now who understand that some weddings can’t wait. Find yours today!
Recent WPJA WedElope Story Awards
Romantic couple silhouetted against grand painting in pre-ceremony wedding day photoshoot
Furkan Akarsu
The newly-engaged couple posed for their pre-wedding shoot in their new apartment, creating a lasting memory to look back on before they said "I do."
Carl Bower
The bride and groom crossed the road hand in hand, on their way to their intimate destination wedding ceremony
Kate Hampson

Leinster Photographers for Large or Small Weddings

Shooting an elopement or small Leinster 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.

Ireland WPJA members are ready to document any self solemnization, quick, civil ceremony, 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.

10 Leinster Wedding Photographers...

Annie Kheffache wedding photography

Annie Kheffache is a documentary-style wedding photographer based in Ireland, capturing real, meaningful, and unscripted moments of her couples' special day.

Annie Kheffache

Dun Laoghaire in Dublin, IE *Now booking Leinster weddings.
143
1750 (EUR)
County Wicklow wedding photography by Katie Kavanagh of Leinster Ireland

Katie Kavanagh is a photographer based in County Wicklow, Leinster Ireland with a relaxed & laid back style. She will capture the real story of your wedding day.

Katie Kavanagh

Bray in Wicklow, IE *Now booking Leinster weddings.
15
2500 (EUR)
Dublin wedding reportage images by Aaron Daly of Leinster, Ireland

Aaron Daly is a Dublin-based wedding photographer and former roofer. With 20 years in Dublin, Aaron has experience capturing real moments of real people. When not shooting, Aaron can be found at the sea, surfing, paddleboarding or walking.

Aaron Daly

Dun Laoghaire in Dublin, IE *Now booking Leinster weddings.
2
1600 (EUR)
Wedding Photographer Roger Kenny, for Ireland - The Portrait Room

In his journalistic style, Roger Kenny, a talented and seasoned Leinster Ireland-based photographer, is a visual storyteller who expertly captures candid moments during weddings and other special events.

Roger Kenny

Greystones in Wicklow, IE *Now booking Leinster weddings.
14
2200 (EUR)
Wedding and elopement photography by Peter Rowen

Peter Rowen is a wedding photojournalist, with nearly two decades of expertise. His goal is to authentically depict the ambiance of your big day while also pursuing his passion for outdoor adventures like mountain biking, snowboarding, and motorcycling.

Peter Rowen

Ashbourne in Meath, IE *Now booking Leinster weddings.
2
2500 (EUR)
Leinster and County Kildare wedding and elopement photography by Tadhg Nathan of Ireland

Tadhg Nathan is a respected County Kildare wedding photojournalist, with a decade of experience immortalizing heartfelt moments, believing that authentic, candid shots are the epitome of true photography.

Tadhg Nathan

Clane in Kildare, IE *Now booking Leinster weddings.
1800 (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 Leinster weddings.
1
1
1800 (EUR)
Documentary wedding and elopement photography by Jamie Gillies

Jamie Gillies, an Ireland-based documentary wedding photographer specializing in candid moments, also shoots engagement portraits in Ireland, UK, and Europe.

Jamie Gillies

Carrigkerry in Limerick, IE *Now booking Leinster weddings.
25
4
1395 (EUR)
Stefano Ferrier wedding photographer and couple engagement portrait pro

Approaching his work with a documentary approach, Stefano Ferrier's photography is driven by storytelling and creating visually compelling images. As an experienced wedding photographer, he seeks to capture the essence of life, challenging himself to document moments...

Stefano Ferrier

Paderno Dugnano in Milano, IT *Now booking Leinster weddings.
14
1
1
5
1900 (EUR)
Portrait of Munster-based wedding photographer Marie O'Mahony of the Ireland WPJA

With a background in teaching and history, Marie O'Mahony seamlessly combines her expertise as a wedding photojournalist in Ireland. She tells her clients' stories through genuine and candid moments, portraying their unique love and joy.

Marie O'Mahony

Sixmilebridge in Clare, IE *Now booking Leinster weddings.
3
1
1200 (EUR)

Map of Wedding Photojournalists Serving Leinster Couples

Leinster Wedding, Elopement and Engagement Images by WPJA Photographers

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

A bride surrounded by the stunning architecture of Trinity College, Dublin, the bride's veil blowing in the wind as she exits a vintage limousine.
A stunning wedding reception at Medley, captured by the talented wedding photographer. Guests can be seen receiving drinks from an aerial acrobat suspended in a hoop from the ceiling.
In Ireland's Tyrrellspass, before her ceremony at The Village Barn, the bride takes a last swig of beer in the camper van, as her father and brother-in-law look on.
A groomsman multitasks by ironing his tie while wearing it, during the groom's morning preparations at Barberstown Castle
At the Mount Druid reception venue, the groom finds the best man's speech hilarious, causing him to burst into laughter. Meanwhile, the bride is startled by the speech and covers her face with her hands.
The outdoor wedding image of the couple's first kiss, surrounded by cheering guests seated in rows of chairs beneath tall trees, was created at BrookLodge, Ireland
This wedding image at BrookLodge, Ireland captured a tired flower-girl seeking quiet respite while the bride and groom are seated in chairs
A memorable wedding image was captured at The Barn, Tyrellspass, Ireland of the groom serving coffee in his red coffee van alongside his excited canine companion
During an outdoor wedding reception at The Barn in Tyrellspass, Ireland, an intense game of Connect 4 between the adults
The newlyweds can be seen reacting to the best man’s speech at their wedding, held at The Barn in Tyrellspass, Ireland, with the groom covering his face in laughter
At Borris House Wedding Venue, the bride is seen struggling to get into her dress with assistance from two attendants
A conga line of guests during dancing at the County Wicklow Leinster Wedding reception party

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How can couples find top-ranked Leinster wedding photographers?
A: The WPJA created the original wedding photographer ranking systems. Our innovative system is based on contest winning points, meaning that the Leinster 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: Can a wedding photojournalist create artistic portraits on my Leinster 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 Leinster wedding photographers who have earned Artistic Guild awards for portrait and detail images.
Q: Who are the best Leinster wedding photographers for small elopements?
A: The WPJA is proud to have some of the top Leinster 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.
WPJA Communiqué: Featured Wedding Photography Articles
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
An Unforgettable Romance: The Intimacy of an Elopement
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

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 Leinster WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER RECOMMENDATIONS

wedding couple click champagne flutes after wedding ceremony in Co Cavan, Ireland

Jeni & Ger

Photo by Marie O'Mahony

OMG we absolutely love the slideshow we have watched it so many times, and all our photos. We just wanted to say we are so thankful that you were our photographer on our wedding day. We felt like we knew you years and felt so comfortable around you. All our family and friends said the same. You fitted right in with us from the get go. Thank you so much Marie , we are forever grateful for all these memories. You are an amazing person and an amazing photographer.

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Alessandro e Viviana

Photo by Stefano Ferrier

Dear Stefano, you were exactly what we were looking for... Poetic look images, fun and full of feeling... You has been really capable , professional and flexible, you really took our vision. You wished for us a wonderful and memorable experience during our Wedding shoots. Now, because of your work, we have memories that will last a lifetime. Thank you Alessandro e Viviana

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