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
Maine Wedding Photographers
Maine Wedding Photographers
Our Maine photographers also provide documentary-style coverage in: Portland, Bangor, New England, Bar Harbor, Mount Desert Island, Frenchman Bay, Acadia National Park, Cadillac Mountain, Cranberry Islands, Sand Beach, Shore Path, Atlantic Ocean and the Porcupine Islands
Maine Wedding Photography, Engagement Photo Sessions + Elopements
Intimate Wedding Photography in Maine - Capturing the Joy of Small Celebrations - Discover the best Maine 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, outdoor, modern, or at-home wedding.
By planning a simple Maine 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, Maine documentary wedding photographers available right now who understand that some weddings can’t wait. Find yours today!
Recent WPJA WedElope Story Awards
Maine Photographers for Large or Small Weddings
Shooting an elopement or small Maine 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 courthouse, quick, micro, 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.
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26 Maine Wedding Photographers...
Using a documentary approach, Kate Crabtree embraces storytelling through visual imagery as she captures the heartfelt moments of love in her wedding photography. Based in Maine, Kate's bold and joyful documentary photos are set against stunning landscapes, creating a...
6200 (USD)
Maine-based wedding photojournalist Sarah Gagnon: BFA in photography, 7 years of experience, specializes in candid and documentary-style photos, loves capturing romantic wedding moments, and shoots 45-60 weddings per year.
450 (USD)
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.'
475/hour (USD)
Siri Jones, a wedding photographer based in Midcoast ME, brings a unique perspective shaped by diverse experiences in Boston, Seattle, and Sydney. Specializing in emotional documentary wedding photography, Siri effortlessly navigates various locations, capturing timeless...
4700 (USD)
Kim Chapman is an award-winning Portland, Maine-based wedding photojournalist. With over 14 years of professional experience and over 7 years specializing in wedding photography, Kim's work has been seen in multiple exhibitions and publications worldwide.
5200 (USD)
Hailey Crabtree is a talented wedding photojournalist based in New England, capturing the essence of love and life through her lens since 2010. Combining her passion for storytelling and photography, she weaves together enchanting tales of couples' special moments.
5400 (USD)
Two Adventurous Souls, led by Brittany Bugaj and Dean, a brilliant documentary wedding photographer duo, have mastered the art of capturing the authentic essence of couples, their loved ones, and the stunning landscapes that serve as their wedding canvas.
4900 (USD)
With a documentary approach, Jessica Weiser, an award-winning Portland, Maine-based photographer, skillfully tells the visual story of couples' big day through unobtrusive storytelling techniques.
5200 (USD)
Simi Rabinowitz, a wedding photojournalist from New England, USA, captures heartfelt moments with an inconspicuous, journalistic style, allowing couples to relive their unforgettable day through unique and natural images.
Simi Rabinowitz
Somerville in Massachusetts, US *Now booking Maine weddings.2700 (USD)
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 Maine weddings.6500 (USD)
Andy Madea, a New England wedding photojournalist, combines his passion for the outdoors with his photography. A lover of mountains and coastal waters, he now resides in Vermont with his wife and furball pup.
Andy Madea
Waitsfield in Vermont, US *Now booking Maine weddings.8000 (USD)
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 Maine weddings.4300 (USD)
Esther Gibbons is a visual storyteller who specializes in capturing real moments in a journalistic style. With her down-to-earth approach and impeccable timing, she puts couples at ease and tells their unique love stories through her photography.
Esther Gibbons
Montreal in Quebec, CA *Now booking Maine weddings.3600 (CAD)
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 Maine weddings.4000 (USD)
Ben Schaefer is a New England-based photographer known for his documentary approach to storytelling through visuals. From capturing love-filled moments to showcasing authenticity, he utilizes a Leica camera system to create stunning images that recount the essence of the...
Ben Schaefer
Arlington in Massachusetts, US *Now booking Maine weddings.4800 (USD)
Taking a documentary approach to his storytelling, Alex Paul, a visual artist, documents life with a camera as a New England-based professional wedding photographer with over 250 destination weddings under his belt.
Alex Paul
Boston in Massachusetts, US *Now booking Maine weddings.4500 (USD)
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 Maine weddings.3675 (USD)
With a documentary approach to his work, Ewerton Decastro, a wedding photographer from New England USA, combines his artistic flair and technical expertise to create visually stunning images that tell a compelling story.
Ewerton Decastro
Marstons Mills in Massachusetts, US *Now booking Maine weddings.4000 (USD)
Sarah V. Martinez, a visual storyteller with a journalistic style, draws from her vast life experiences gained while journeying across the US to capture authentic and meaningful moments at weddings.
Sarah V. Martinez
Dover in New Hampshire, US *Now booking Maine weddings.5899 (USD)
Eric McCallister, a New Hampshire wedding photographer with a photojournalistic style, began his career documenting rock climbers. With a passion for creating emotional images, he has captured over 400 weddings since 2008 in New England and beyond.
Eric McCallister
Somersworth in New Hampshire, US *Now booking Maine weddings.3400 (USD)
Geoff Hansen, a New England based wedding photographer since 1994, has been documenting life since age 13 in South Dakota and holds journalism credentials from the University of Minnesota. His passion for photojournalism creates candid and timeless wedding images.
Geoff Hansen
Tunbridge in Vermont, US *Now booking Maine weddings.1500 (USD)
Mark Bolton, an award-winning photojournalist with 32 years of experience, brings his newspaper background to every wedding. His goal is to document the real visual story, going beyond traditional shots, and capturing candid moments naturally. His work spans national...
Mark Bolton
Rochester in New Hampshire, US *Now booking Maine weddings.2500 (USD)
Based in Vermont, Joanna Banks-Morgan is a highly skilled wedding photographer with a background in journalism and film. She studied at Cardiff University and gained valuable experience at Westcountry Television. Since 2008, Joanna has been dedicated to capturing couples...
Joanna Banks Morgan
Middlebury in Vermont, US *Now booking Maine weddings.6450 (USD)
At 13, Joey Curry aspired to be a gifted animator, but his talent for photography proved greater. Intrigued by his mother's camera, he soon became addicted to capturing moments. Inspired by his extensive travels, his unique style emerged.
Joey Curry
New Providence in New Jersey, US *Now booking Maine weddings.2000 (USD)
As a documentary wedding photographer, Blake Thomas brings a unique perspective to capturing love stories. With a background in firefighting, he has a keen eye for detail and an adventurous spirit, often finding inspiration in the skies as he photographs aircraft.
Blake Thomas
Saratoga Springs in New York, US *Now booking Maine weddings.3200 (USD)
Tom Waldenberg is a wedding photographer based in the Eastern U.S., passionate about capturing beautiful, genuine moments for couples. Tom loves playing guitar for bands and tending to his garden.
Tom Waldenberg
Raleigh in North Carolina, US *Now booking Maine weddings.3000 (USD)
Map of Wedding Photojournalists Serving Maine Couples
Wedding Venue Pictures by Maine Wedding Photographers
Please select a venue below to view all associated contest-winning Maine wedding photos.
Maine Wedding, Elopement and Engagement Images by WPJA Photographers
Below are some Maine wedding photography samples from the world’s best wedding photographers of the WPJA. Some of these Maine marriage pictures might be artistic portraits, details, or documentary-style images that have come from getting ready sessions, wedding ceremonies, reception venues, or Maine engagement portrait sessions with couples.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How can couples find reviews of Maine 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 Maine wedding photographers for their own wedding.
Q: How can couples find top-ranked Maine wedding photographers?
A: The WPJA created the original wedding photographer ranking systems. Our innovative system is based on contest winning points, meaning that the Maine 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 Maine 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 Maine wedding photographers who have earned Artistic Guild awards for portrait and detail images.
WPJA Communiqué: Featured Wedding Photography Articles
Everyone always says that your wedding day is all about you. But let’s face it; that’s not always actually the case. Many couples stress over guest lists, planning, expenses, and all the frills and traditions of your standard large wedding that they may or may not even be...Read more
Not everyone has a lagoon or glacier next door, but there's no rule saying you can't have a small wedding in the great outdoors. Take advantage of natural sunshine and that open, airy feeling and give your guests some room to breathe! LESS IS MORE Instead of hemming your...Read more
RAVES, REVIEWS, AND Maine WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER RECOMMENDATIONS
Brandt & Elizabeth
Photo by Corey Butler
Corey, Hiring you as our photographer was absolutely the best decision we could have made for our wedding. We cannot thank you enough for truly bringing our day to life with your photos. We are in love with all of them and could not be happier! Thank you so much!
Amy & Chris
Photo by Esther Gibbons
I just teared up watching this. The slideshow is perfect. The song, the mood... it’s all perfect. Thank you so much for everything. We adore the photo albums and all the wonderful photos. It means so much to us, and you’ll help us cherish those memories forever. Thanks again for everything. Yer the best! A gem, truly.
Lauren & Mike
Photo by Esther Gibbons
Mike and I finally got through all the pictures last night, and I can tell you that we had such a good time going over all of the happy moments (we had quite a few big laughs as well!). You did a fantastic job and we really cannot thank you enough. We were truly thrilled with the results and couldn't have asked for better people with whom to share our day.
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.
