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
New Jersey Wedding Photographers
New Jersey Wedding Photographers
Our New Jersey photographers also provide documentary-style coverage in: Newark, Jersey City, Paterson, Elizabeth, Edison, Toms River, Clifton, Trenton, Camden, New Brunswick
New Jersey Wedding Photography, Engagement Photo Sessions + Elopements
Intimate Wedding Photography in New Jersey - Capturing the Joy of Small Celebrations - Discover the best New Jersey 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 New Jersey 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, New Jersey documentary wedding photographers available right now who understand that some weddings and elopements can’t wait. Find yours today!
Recent WPJA WedElope Story Awards
New Jersey Photographers for Large or Small Weddings
Shooting an elopement or small New Jersey 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 civil ceremony, quick, secret, 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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24 New Jersey Wedding Photographers...
Using her journalistic style, wedding photographer Michelle Arlotta has been a visual storyteller for 20 years. With her keen eye, she captures heartfelt moments of love and delivers authentic and comprehensive results.
3650 (USD)
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.
2200 (USD)
As a documentary wedding photographer, Brad Resnick combines his 8+ years of experience in the wedding industry with a background in theater to artistically capture the most significant moments of your big day.
2900 (USD)
Eric Sucar, an acclaimed wedding photographer, employs a documentary approach in his storytelling visual style. With a keen eye for details, he captures authentic moments that bring the couple's love story to life. His work is a testament to his talent and has garnered...
2900 (USD)
Wedding photographer Danette, with a background in biology, has been capturing moments in New Jersey since 2010. Enamored by the thrill and challenges, her switch of careers was a bold move she hasn't regretted. Eager to share her passion, Danette finds her utmost...
4590 (USD)
In 2006, William embarked on his journey as a wedding photojournalist, adopting a journalistic style to capture beautiful and authentic moments. With an unobtrusive approach, he skillfully documents the intimate relationships and stories that unfold on a couple's...
3850 (USD)
Rylan Earle-Lott is a skilled wedding photographer based in the Greater Philadelphia area. Specializing in a photojournalistic style, Rylan's work captures authentic connections and candid moments. With a background in fine arts and a keen eye for detail, Rylan excels...
3650 (USD)
Scott Josuweit, a wedding photojournalist based in the USA, skillfully and artistically captures significant moments, providing a genuine and memorable experience for each couple.
Scott Josuweit
York in Pennsylvania, US *Now booking New Jersey weddings.3500 (USD)
With a background in documentary photography, John Ryan of J&J Studios is an exceptional wedding photographer who has been immersed in the art of capturing love stories since 2011.
John Ryan
Lafayette Hill in Pennsylvania, US *Now booking New Jersey weddings.3800 (USD)
Denise Chastain, a seasoned wedding photojournalist with over 25 years of experience, utilizes a journalistic style to capture the authentic moments of couples' wedding day. Her unobtrusive approach allows her to document the genuine emotions and candid interactions...
Denise Chastain
Lynbrook in New York, US *Now booking New Jersey weddings.3500 (USD)
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 New Jersey weddings.2000 (USD)
In her journalistic style, Colleen Stepanian, a visual storyteller and freelance photographer, captures poignant moments that preserve present reality for future nostalgia. She is driven by human connection, relationships, and vulnerability, embracing the responsibility to...
Colleen Stepanian
Philadelphia in Pennsylvania, US *Now booking New Jersey weddings.4800 (USD)
When Tim D. Yun encountered his first DSLR camera, he was so captivated he decided to make photography his profession. During his training with top photographers, he discovered the real meaning of being a wedding photographer: a storyteller whose images immortalize love,...
Tim D. Yun
New York in New York, US *Now booking New Jersey weddings.4000 (USD)
With a documentary approach, Casey Fatchett tells stories through his visual skills. Unobtrusive and capturing honest moments, his photography is filled with emotions and brings out the true essence of each wedding.
Casey Fatchett
New York in New York, US *Now booking New Jersey weddings.3300 (USD)
Award-winning and highly skilled photographer Inbal Sivan is known for her journalistic style. She expertly captures the genuine moments of a wedding day, ensuring that every emotion and detail is preserved in her photographs.
Inbal Sivan
Brooklyn in New York, US *Now booking New Jersey weddings.3500 (USD)
Kevin Quinlan is a skilled photographer with a documentary approach, specializing in storytelling through visuals. With his unobtrusive style, he captures authentic moments to create a narrative that truly reflects the essence of the event. Kevin's expertise has been...
Kevin Quinlan
Newark in Delaware, US *Now booking New Jersey weddings.2250 (USD)
Michelle is a skilled photographer who approaches weddings with a documentary style, focusing on storytelling and visual authenticity. Drawing inspiration from her mentor, a pro photojournalist, Michelle refined her craft at Pennsylvania State University.
Michelle M. Peters
Beech Creek in Pennsylvania, US *Now booking New Jersey weddings.1350 (USD)
Maria Hunter is a photographer based in New York and Connecticut who approaches her work with a documentary style. With a focus on storytelling and visual aesthetics, she passionately captures the emotions and moments of her subjects.
Maria Hunter
New York in New York, US *Now booking New Jersey weddings.4195 (USD)
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 New Jersey weddings.2300 (USD)
Edward Dye is a photographer specializing in multicultural weddings. With a documentary approach and a focus on storytelling through visual elements, Edward captures honest moments with his unobtrusive and diverse skills.
Edward Dye
New York City in New York, US *Now booking New Jersey weddings.3990 (USD)
With a photography background rooted in her parents, Kimberly Kunda is an exceptional documentary wedding photographer in the Eastern USA. Her dedication and passion have shaped her career, producing countless captivating articles and prints.
Kimberly Kunda
Morrisville in Pennsylvania, US *Now booking New Jersey weddings.3000 (USD)
Sabrina Guyton-Wright is a wedding photojournalist, capturing the love and emotions of couples in the tri-state area. Through her lens, she creates timeless and authentic memories.
Sabrina Guyton-Wright
Philadelphia in Pennsylvania, US *Now booking New Jersey weddings.3800 (USD)
Dedicated Maryland photographer Aira Hickman, a loving mother and Navy veteran's wife, captures genuine moments with an organic approach. Passionate since picking up her first camera, she focuses on authenticity and making clients feel confident and loved.
Aira Hickman
Gambrills in Maryland, US *Now booking New Jersey weddings.880 (USD)
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PA Documentary Wedding Photos | Editorial, Corporate, News, Fashion: William Thomas Cain
Jamison in Pennsylvania, United StatesCAPTURING LIFE'S FLEETING MOMENTS, FRAMING THE HUMAN ESSENCE
William Thomas Cain is a professional photojournalist whose body of work spans from editorial to commercial in his 35 years of experience. He accredits his diverse background...
Map of Wedding Photojournalists Serving New Jersey Couples
Wedding Venue Pictures by New Jersey Wedding Photographers
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New Jersey Wedding, Elopement and Engagement Images by WPJA Photographers
Below are some New Jersey wedding photography samples from the world’s best wedding photographers of the WPJA. Some of these New Jersey marriage pictures might be artistic portraits, details, or documentary-style images that have come from getting ready sessions, wedding ceremonies, reception venues, or New Jersey engagement portrait sessions with couples.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How can couples find reviews of New Jersey 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 New Jersey wedding photographers for their own wedding.
Q: Can a wedding photojournalist create artistic portraits on my New Jersey 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 New Jersey wedding photographers who have earned Artistic Guild awards for portrait and detail images.
Q: Who are the best New Jersey wedding photographers for small elopements?
A: The WPJA is proud to have some of the top New Jersey 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
Oftentimes when people are considering a venue for their weddings, they search for a location away from home, whether that be ten minutes or ten hours, all just to find what they already have: a place that holds meaning for them, that feels comfortable, or that they find...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
RAVES, REVIEWS, AND New Jersey WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER RECOMMENDATIONS
Alina & William
Photo by Edward Dye
Hi Ed, From start to finish, our experience with you for our wedding photography was incredibly pleasant and easy! You are so great to work; you have great professionalism and skills. We are so pleased we chose you as the photographer for our big day–we’ve heard nothing but rave reviews of our photos since. You captured our magical weekend beautifully and our only regret is that we didn’t hire you for our rehearsal dinner as well! We want to thank you for capturing our wedding day and night so beautifully and allowing us to relive it over & over again through photos!
Emily & Moti
Photo by Edward Dye
Hi Edward, I can't say enough about you. you are so passionate and, frankly, just incredibly talented. Every moment of my big day was captured beautifully. Not only did you do wonders in my dark wedding venue, but has an uncanny ability to capture every precious moment in breathtaking ways. You are incredibly easy to work with, and boy does you deliver! From your promptness and flexibility to your work ethic and incredible ability to capture every moment, I would highly recommend you to anyone looking for BEAUTIFUL photo's from their wedding day. As a woman, it is hard to find someone who's photo's will flatter. I love every one, and I mean every single one, from you!
Susan & Benjamin
Photo by William West
Our wedding photo experience with you was exceptional! You were very professional and creative. All of our photographs turned out more beautiful than we could have ever imagined. You were able to capture the feelings and the beauty of our very special day in every photo. You were a pleasure to work with and our wedding day turned out to be the most amazing day. Your relaxed and creative style allowed us to have a lot of fun and really be ourselves. Most of the time, we didn’t even know you were there taking our photo. The photographs are amazing and we had so many to choose from. You set out to capture the beauty and magic of our special day and succeeded beyond all of our expectations. You are a true professional and talented photographer. We can’t thank you enough for providing us with beautiful memories that will last a lifetime!
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.
