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Northern Ireland Wedding Photographers

Our Northern Ireland photographers also provide documentary-style coverage in: Belfast, Londonberry, Lisburn, Newtonabbey, Bangor, Craigavon, Castlereagh

Northern Ireland Wedding Photography, Engagement Photo Sessions + Elopements

Intimate Wedding Photography in Northern Ireland - Capturing the Joy of Small Celebrations - Discover the best Northern Ireland 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 outdoor, religious, symbolic, or at-home wedding.

By planning a simple Northern Ireland 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, Northern Ireland documentary wedding photographers available right now who understand that some weddings can’t wait. Find yours today!
Recent WPJA WedElope Story Awards
The rough going through the forest proved to be a tough challenge for the couple, with the bride finding it especially difficult in her high heels; but they persisted, and eventually made it back to their car
Caroline Elenbaas
A small autumn wedding saw a couple exchange vows outside and then they walked the bridge together
Patrick Mateer
The couple said their vows and became husband and wife in a ceremony filled with great reactions, shot creatively with the golden hour light reflecting off the lake
Christelle Rall

Northern Ireland Photographers for Large or Small Weddings

Shooting an elopement or small Northern Ireland 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 Kingdom WPJA members are ready to document any city hall, 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.

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6 Northern Ireland Wedding Photographers...

Wedding and elopement photography by Jonathan Ryder

With his documentary approach and artistic eye, Jonathan Ryder, a traveling full-time wedding photographer with 8 years of experience, documents the essence of each wedding day.

Jonathan Ryder

Belfast in County Antrim, GB *Now booking Northern Ireland weddings.
44
2
1695 (GBP)
Documentary wedding photography by Janina Brocklesby

Janina Brocklesby is a travel-loving wedding photographer who is passionate about capturing beautiful moments on camera. With a love for outdoor adventures, animals, and all forms of art, Janina's photography combines her artistic eye with a genuine love for...

Janina Brocklesby

Lytham St Annes in Lancashire, GB *Now booking Northern Ireland weddings.
34
1
1
18
1000 (GBP)
United Kingdom wedding reportage photography by Andrew Heeley

Andrew Heeley, a seasoned wedding photojournalist with a flair for capturing raw emotions, unveils hidden narratives through his expert manipulation of light and contrast.

Andrew Heeley

Sheffield in South Yorkshire, GB *Now booking Northern Ireland weddings.
16
2
1
37
2000 (GBP)
United Kingdom documentary wedding photography by Dominique Shaw of York Place Studios

Dominique Shaw, an England wedding photographer, is known for her journalistic style and ability to capture the authentic moments of a wedding. With a background in film photography and fine art influences, she brings a unique perspective as a visual storyteller.

Dominique Shaw

London, GB *Now booking Northern Ireland weddings.
11
3500 (GBP)
Wedding and elopement photography by Peter Rowen

Peter Rowen is an award-winning documentary wedding photographer. With 18 years of experience, he aims to capture the true atmosphere of the special day. In his free time, he loves to mountain bike, snowboard, and ride his motorcycle.

Peter Rowen

Ashbourne in Meath, IE *Now booking Northern Ireland weddings.
2
2500 (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 Northern Ireland weddings.
1
1
1800 (EUR)

Map of Wedding Photojournalists Serving Northern Ireland Couples

Northern Ireland Wedding Elopement Photography - WedElope

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

Wedding Venue Pictures by Northern Ireland Wedding Photographers

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

Northern Ireland Wedding, Elopement and Engagement Images by WPJA Photographers

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

At Old Court Wedding Company, Co. Down, Northern Ireland, Katie and Tom embrace lovingly on the banks of Strangford Lough, with a charming boathouse and a majestic tree creating a picturesque background.
The WPJA features a wedding photo at Titanic Hotel, showcasing Raychel and Razvan's intimate portrait amidst their special day in Belfast, Northern Ireland.
Capturing the pure joy and love of a family wedding at Kilmore Country House in Northern Ireland, as the bride and groom's daughter shares in the moment with brides sister, a bridesmaid.
In Omagh, Northern Ireland, the family's beloved dog joined in on the wedding fun, wearing its ceremonial attire while standing at the bride's side with one of her bridesmaids.
The flower girl playfully pokes the page boy on the nose in the kitchen at home in Hillsborough, Northern Ireland
A Blue award-winning picture captures the priceless moment when the bride's father sees his daughter in her bridal gown for the first time as the door swings open in Newtownabbey, Belfast, Northern Ireland
In this moment captured at Limavady County Derry, the wind takes hold of the bride's wedding veil as she stands outdoors of the church, adding a whimsical touch to her special day
Hillsborough, Northern Ireland – Two flower girls' dresses delicately suspended on the stairwell, basking in the soft illumination cascading from above
The bride's dress is illuminated by a stained glass window as it hangs at the top of a stairwell in Belfast, Northern Ireland
The couple stand together against a piece of street art, the colours echoing the dress Amy chose to get married in at Belfast City Centre, Northern Ireland
The bride and groom's friends complete an extraordinary performance on the dance floor to kick-off the evening party at the Clandeboye Lodge Hotel, Northern Ireland
Bride and groom enjoy a quiet moment during their drinks reception as friends enjoy a drink together at the Crosskeys Inn, Northern Ireland

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How can couples find reviews of Northern Ireland 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 Northern Ireland wedding photographers for their own wedding.
Q: How can couples find top-ranked Northern Ireland wedding photographers?
A: The WPJA created the original wedding photographer ranking systems. Our innovative system is based on contest winning points, meaning that the Northern Ireland 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 Northern Ireland 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 Northern Ireland wedding photographers who have earned Artistic Guild awards for portrait and detail images.
WPJA Communiqué: Featured Wedding Photography Articles
Essential Elopement Vendor - The Photographer
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Top 4 Types of Small Weddings to Make Your Day Truly Yours
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
Smaller Weddings in a Time of Social Distancing
It’s no secret that these are strange times we’re going through right now, and there are many couples out there with weddings set in the near future who are left feeling uncertain and concerned about their futures. While that’s understandable, it’s also important to...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

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