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São Paulo Wedding Photographers

Our São Paulo photographers also provide documentary-style coverage in: Aricanduva/Vila Formosa, Mapa, Mooca, Butantã, Parelheiros, Campo Limpo, Penha, Limeira, Capela do Socorro, Perus, Casa Verde/Cachoeirinh, Pinheiros, Cidade Ademar, Pirituba/Jaraguá, Cidade Tiradentes, Sé, Ermelino Matarazzo, Santana/Tucuruvi, Freguesia do Ó/Brasilândia, Jaçanã/Tremembé, Guaianases, Santo Amaro, Ipiranga, São Mateus, Itaim Paulista, São Miguel Paulista ,Itaquera, Sapopemba, Jabaquara, Vila Maria/Vila Guilherme, Lapa, Vila Mariana, M'Boi Mirim, Vila Prudente, Fartura, and most of Brazil

São Paulo Wedding Photography, Engagement Photo Sessions + Elopements

Intimate Wedding Photography in São Paulo - Capturing the Joy of Small Celebrations - Discover the best São Paulo 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 romantic, outdoor, religious, or at-home wedding.

By planning a simple São Paulo 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, São Paulo documentary wedding photographers available right now who understand that some weddings can’t wait. Find yours today!
Recent WPJA WedElope Story Awards
The bride and groom posing for a romantic image during blue hour by the riverfront was a beautiful sight to behold
Karin Keesmaat
During a civil ceremony in City Hall, a groom holds his bride's hand tightly while the officiant, with a box filled with rings, adds importance to the emotional moment
Attila Ancsin
A small and intimate wedding took place in a massive redwood grove, where the bride and groom exchanged vows surrounded by cloud, fog and mist
Drew Bird

São Paulo Photographers for Large or Small Weddings

Shooting an elopement or small São Paulo 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.

Brazil WPJA members are ready to document any micro, civil ceremony, self solemnization, 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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5 São Paulo Wedding Photographers...

São Paulo wedding and elopement photography by Thiago Gimenes of Brazil

Thiago Gimenes, a documentary wedding photographer based in São Paulo, discovered his love for photography in the 1980s. After years in creative communication, he now seeks to capture authentic moments and tell compelling love stories through his lens.

Thiago Gimenes

Sao Paulo in São Paulo, BR
7
2
17
1500 (USD)
Brazil wedding photography and couple engagement portraits by Eric Corbacho

Wedding photographer Eric Corbacho fuses emotions and high-volume photography to tell stories. With drawings and images influenced by Geraldo de Barros and Bruce Gilden, Eric captures moments from around the world from his base in Brazil.

Eric Corbacho

São Caetano do Sul in São Paulo, BR
97
1
127
9 (BRL)
Minas Gerais wedding and elopement photography by Victor Ataide of Brazil

Victor Ataide, a wedding photographer since 2012, capturing love stories. Award-winning emotional accountant, inspired by God and music. Based in Brazil.

Victor Ataide

Pedro Leopoldo in Minas Gerais, BR *Now booking São Paulo weddings.
10
59
5000 (BRL)
Lifestyle portrait of wedding and elopement photographer Bruno Calais

Based in Rio de Janeiro, Bruno Calais is the experienced wedding photographer behind CALAIS FOTOGRAFIA. With a degree in photography, he has over 12 years of experience and has captured over 500 weddings throughout Brazil, earning him 80 international awards. His unique...

Bruno Calais

Nova Friburgo in Rio de Janeiro, BR *Now booking São Paulo weddings.
5
1
1
14
3900 (BRL)
Lifestyle portrait of wedding photographer Diovana Goetzke, of Braza Photography

Diovana Goetzke is a passionate wedding photographer from Braza Photography, founded with her husband in 2009. Her emotive photography style is inspired by her three daughters. Diovana values forming a deep connection with every couple to create relaxed and natural images.

Diovana Goetzke

Curitiba in Paraná, BR *Now booking São Paulo weddings.
5000 (USD)

Map of Wedding Photojournalists Serving São Paulo Couples

São Paulo Wedding Elopement Photography - WedElope

View WedElope Image Galleries by São Paulo Wedding Photographers from Small Events and Intimate Elopements.

São Paulo Wedding, Elopement and Engagement Images by WPJA Photographers

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

A blend of romance and culture in this wedding photo of a couple at Troppo Cantina, captured by an artistic wedding photojournalist.
Beautiful bride captured in a window frame against a dark backdrop at a wedding in São Paulo.
A rainy shower of rice blessing the joyful newlyweds in the night wedding setting of Vale das Águas.
At the Haras Villa Real dinner table, guests toasted and mingled under the warm glow of Edison-style lights, creating a romantic ambiance captured in this wedding photo.
In Guarulhos, Brazil, a group of children can be spotted on the dance floor, amidst standing adults, peeking through their legs with curious and youthful wonder.
Itu, São Paulo - A bride is overwhelmed with emotion as she shares a tender outdoor hug at a farm wedding.
At the Haras Vila Real in São Paulo, Brazil, a bride with a prominent dragon tattoo on her back is embraced by two friends as they celebrate her big day.
A heartwarming scene at Veridiana Restaurant in São Paulo, Brazil captures the playful and romantic spirit of a wedding. The groom holds a microphone, about to kiss his bride in a funny moment during the ceremony.
A touching moment unfolds at Jundiaí Central Church in São Paulo, Brazil as the groom and his emotional mother share a special moment at the altar during the wedding ceremony.
Young children joyfully dance and play in a dream-like setting at a wedding reception in Arujá, São Paulo, Brazil. Fog adds an ethereal touch to the joyful scene.
In Brazil's Hípica de São Paulo, a joyful bride soars above the cheering crowd in a black and white action shot, her beaming smile a testament to the joy and excitement of her wedding day.
Guarulhos, São Paulo, Brazil - A newlywed couple exits the ceremony, the groom pointing at a guest among the seated crowd, capturing a special and intimate moment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Who are the best São Paulo wedding photographers for small elopements?
A: The WPJA is proud to have some of the top São Paulo 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.
Q: How can couples find reviews of São Paulo 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 São Paulo wedding photographers for their own wedding.
Q: Where can I find a photographer for a short-notice, small São Paulo wedding?
A: There are many WPJA photographers who are able to help you out at a moment's notice. We understand that sometimes love happens and there's simply no time to lose. We can ensure that you can get married as quickly as possible — and have incredible photographs to remember your São Paulo wedding day by.
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