Massachusetts Wedding Photographers

Massachusetts Wedding Photographers

Our Massachusetts photographers also provide documentary-style coverage in: Boston, Worcester, Berkshires, Springfield, Lowell, Cambridge, Quincy, Cape Cod, Martha's Vineyard, Nantucket, New England

Massachusetts Wedding Photography, Engagement Photo Sessions + Elopements

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

Recent WPJA WedElope Story Awards

Massachusetts Photographers for Large or Small Weddings

Shooting an elopement or small Massachusetts 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 justice of the peace, fast, pop-up, 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.

36 Massachusetts 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.

2700 (USD)
Engagement sessions and wedding photography by Alex Gordias 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.

3500 (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.

4500 (USD)
Ben Schaefer Engagement and Wedding Images

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...

4800 (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.

3800 (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.

3675 (USD)
Portrait of Ewerton Decastro, a wedding photographer of Decastro Photo Studio

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.

4000 (USD)
Massachusetts Couple Portraits by Wedding Photographer Katie Kaizer

In her work as a documentary wedding photographer based in Massachusetts and Rhode Island, Katie Kaizer combines her background in photojournalism with her talents as a visual storyteller. She is passionate about capturing the moments that make each couple's wedding...

8500 (USD)
Studio portrait of New England small wedding and elopement photographer Nicole Chan

New England-based wedding photographer, Nicole Chan, captures candid moments for couples, creates timeless portraits, provides timeline + family wrangling, and is excited about wedding cake!

6000 (USD)
Portrait of New England Wedding Photographer Connie Miller of studioatticus

Connie Adams, a New England-based wedding photographer, has gained recognition for her journalistic style. With over 250 weddings in her portfolio, she has been featured in notable publications such as O Magazine, Brides Boston Magazine, and The Knot Magazine.

6600 (USD)

Hugue Robert Marsan is an authentic visual storyteller with a documentary approach to his craft. As a wedding photographer hailing from Haiti, he utilizes his unobtrusive style to capture life's precious moments with his camera.

2550 (USD)
Lifestye portrait of Boston wedding photographer Channing Johnson, of the Massachusetts WPJA

Channing Johnson of Boston, MA, is an experienced wedding photographer with a photojournalism degree. His work has been published in TIME Magazine, The Wall Street Journal, and U.S. News and World Report. Drawing on storytelling skills, he captures the essence of every...

4300 (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 has been capturing authentic and sentimental moments ever since.

6000 (USD)
Lifestyle portrait of Cape Cod wedding photographer Lisa Elizabeth Gallagher of the Massachusetts WPJA

Lisa Gallagher, a highly experienced Cape Cod wedding photographer, has a strong belief in capturing moments as they happen, authentically and meaningfully, enabling couples to cherish their memories for years to come. Her unobtrusive style focuses on staying in the...

4000 (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...

3500 (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 Massachusetts weddings.
6500 (USD)
Engagement, Wedding and Elopement Photographer for New England, Andy Madea

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 Massachusetts weddings.
8000 (USD)
Portrait of Wedding Photographer Jacob Hannah

Jacob Hannah is a Vermont-based wedding photojournalist with a knack for capturing beautiful moments. With a degree in photojournalism, his journalistic style and unobtrusive approach ensure authentic and heartfelt photographs.

Jacob Hannah

Lincoln in Vermont, US *Now booking Massachusetts weddings.
6500 (USD)
Canada wedding and elopement photographer Esther Gibbons

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 Massachusetts weddings.
3600 (CAD)
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 Massachusetts weddings.
4000 (USD)
Lifestyle portrait of Wedding Photojournalist Siri Jones

Siri Jones, a seasoned wedding photographer based in Midcoast Maine, skillfully captures emotional moments. Inspired by diverse experiences, she freezes memories with a unique perspective. Specializing in documentary photography, Siri beautifully documents celebrations in...

Siri Jones

Camden in Maine, US *Now booking Massachusetts weddings.
4700 (USD)
Wenjie Han is an engagement and wedding photographer for NY

Will is a documentary wedding photographer is available for destinations throughout the Northeast and beyond. Will earned his Bachelor's degree in Photography at China Academe of Art and two Master's degrees in Fine Art.

Wenjie Han

Long Island City in New York, US *Now booking Massachusetts weddings.
3000 (USD)
Portland Maine wedding photography by Brittany Bugaj

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.

Brittany Bugaj

Old Orchard Beach in Maine, US *Now booking Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts weddings.
3500 (USD)
Rhode Island and Providence wedding and elopement photography by Kathryn Yeaton

Katie, the owner and principal wedding photographer of Brave Hearts Photography in East Greenwich, RI, has been in business for over 5 years, capturing around 100 weddings. Her photography journey began in high school and was rekindled while planning her own wedding.

Kathryn Wallace Yeaton

East Greenwich in Rhode Island, US *Now booking Massachusetts weddings.
3000 (USD)
Portsmouth Wedding Photography and Elopements by Eric McCallister, of New Hampshire

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 Massachusetts weddings.
3400 (USD)
New England engagement and wedding photography by Idena Beach

In her artistic pursuits, Idena Beach takes a journalistic approach, combining it with her creative vision to capture the authentic human experience. Through her photography, she aims to memorialize the essence of existence, not just visually, but also emotionally.

Idena Beach

Bennington in Vermont, US *Now booking Massachusetts weddings.
6700 (USD)
Portrait of Wedding Photographer Sarah Priestap

Sarah Priestap, a documentary photographer based in New England, specializes in visual storytelling at weddings. With a degree in Photojournalism from the Rochester Institute of Technology, Sarah authentically captures the moments of love that unfold during weddings.

Sarah Priestap

Tunbridge in Vermont, US *Now booking Massachusetts weddings.
3500 (USD)
Portrait of Wedding Photographer David Butler II

David Butler II is a renowned wedding photojournalist who specializes in capturing moments with a journalistic style. With a portfolio that includes portraiture, news, and sports photography, his work has been featured in various esteemed outlets such as Sports Illustrated...

David Butler II

Somers in Connecticut, US *Now booking Massachusetts weddings.
2800 (USD)

Geoff Hansen, a wedding photojournalist with a unique style, has been capturing special moments since 1994. With a background in photojournalism and a degree from the University of Minnesota, Geoff's unobtrusive approach allows him to create candid wedding images.

Geoff Hansen

Tunbridge in Vermont, US *Now booking Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts weddings.
2500 (USD)
Alexandra Nurthen, wedding photographer of ALN IMAGES

Raised in a close-knit Italian-Irish household, Alexandra Nurthen's affinity for photography blossomed as she embraced her calling as a skilled documentary wedding photographer.

Alexandra Nurthen

Annapolis in Maryland, US *Now booking Massachusetts weddings.
6000 (USD)
Studio portrait of New England wedding photographer Blake Thomas

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 Massachusetts weddings.
3200 (USD)
New England wedding photojournalism and lifestyle portraits by Joanna Banks-Morgan

Joanna Banks-Morgan is a highly skilled wedding photographer based in Vermont, with a background in journalism and film. She studied Journalism, Film, and Television at Cardiff University in Wales, and gained experience working at Westcountry Television and HTV Wales...

Joanna Banks Morgan

Brandon in Vermont, US *Now booking Massachusetts weddings.
6450 (USD)
Lifestyle portrait of wedding photographer Tom Waldenberg

Tom Waldenberg, a documentary wedding photographer hailing from the Eastern U.S., combines his artistic flair and passion for storytelling to immortalize the genuine emotions of wedding couples.

Tom Waldenberg

Raleigh in North Carolina, US *Now booking Massachusetts weddings.
3000 (USD)
Documentary Wedding Photographer Peter Greeno

Peter Greeno is a portrait and wedding photographer based in Maine and Boston. With a background in landscape photography and with a photojournalistic approach, he captures moments to tell the story of his client's special day. In his free time, Peter enjoys distance...

Peter Greeno

Biddeford in Maine, US *Now booking Massachusetts weddings.
4900 (USD)

1 more photographers available for your wedding...

3500 US Dollar

Autumn Bliss Photography of York County, Maine: Autumn Wells

Sanford in Maine, United States

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Map of Wedding Photojournalists Serving Massachusetts Couples

Massachusetts Wedding, Elopement and Engagement Images by WPJA Photographers

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

In a private residence in Brookline, MA, this engagement portrait captures a couple sharing a kiss on their patio, overlooking the city from a tower.
At their Brookline, MA home, a couple and their dog pose on the couch for a cozy engagement portrait capturing the essence of their love and companionship.
In Olmsted Park, Brookline, MA, a happy couple shares a minute of joy on a park bench near their home, captured in a sweet engagement portrait.
A heartwarming moment captured at a backyard wedding in Watertown, Massachusetts as the bride's brother joyfully photobombs the couple's romantic kiss, adding a touch of fun to the wedding image.
Wedding day captured at Swampscott, MA venue: Newlyweds share a sweet minute inside a classic car following Greek Orthodox ceremony.
Captured in Bourne, Massachusetts, this engagement portrait showcases a couple in a joyful mid-air jump in their backyard, with nature enhancing their energy.
At Grays' Beach in Yarmouth Port, Massachusetts, this portrait captures the engaged couple's joyful connection as they embrace tenderly on a tranquil boardwalk at sunset.
A picturesque wedding ceremony at Willowdale Estate in Topsfield, Massachusetts, in warm sunlight against a beautiful blue sky, with guests seated and watching the enchanting scene unfold.
A heartwarming black and white photo from a Hyannis, MA wedding captures a touching moment between a bride and her father, showcasing the emotional bond and connection shared on this special day.
An enchanting moment at Overbook House in Bourne, Massachusetts: the bride's infectious laughter echoes through the forested path, her bouquet catching the eye, as her partner emerges in the background, setting the tone for their romantic journey.
Golden hour union captured at Independence Harbor in Freetown, MA – A couple exchanging vows against the radiant sun, their silhouettes etched against the sky in a serene wedding ceremony.
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.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How can couples find reviews of Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts wedding photographers for their own wedding.
Q: Can a wedding photojournalist create artistic portraits on my Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts wedding photographers who have earned Artistic Guild awards for portrait and detail images.
Q: How can couples find Massachusetts photographers for pre-wedding engagement portraits?
A: The WPJA issues Diamond Awards for Massachusetts 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
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RAVES, REVIEWS, AND Massachusetts WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER RECOMMENDATIONS

Bride and groom kissing at their rooftop garden wedding ceremony in Montreal, Quebec - Santropol Roulant

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.

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