Charlotte Wedding Photographers

Charlotte Wedding Photographers

Our Charlotte photographers also provide documentary-style coverage in: Piedmont, Mecklenburg County, Catawba River, Lake Norman, Lake Wylie, Mountain Island Lake

Charlotte Wedding Photography, Engagement Photo Sessions + Elopements

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

Recent WPJA WedElope Story Awards

Charlotte Photographers for Large or Small Weddings

Shooting an elopement or small Charlotte 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.

North Carolina WPJA members are ready to document any courthouse, themed, DIY - do it yourself, 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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6 Charlotte Wedding Photographers...

Song Johns wedding and elopement photography of Blooming Dreams Photo

Song Johns is an acclaimed documentary wedding photographer and the founder of Blooming Dreams Photo. With her unique artistic approach, she skillfully captures the genuine emotions and fleeting moments of each couple's wedding day.

2900 (USD)
Wedding photography by Michael Freas

With his documentary approach, Michael Freas weaves a visual narrative that tells the unique story of the wedding day. His dedication to capturing authentic moments and allowing couples to fully celebrate has established him as a highly respected wedding photographer.

Michael Freas

Asheville in North Carolina, US *Now booking Charlotte weddings.
3800 (USD)

In a journalistic style, Dan Harris, a wedding photojournalist, expertly captures the fleeting moments of love and joy that occur during weddings. His extensive portfolio showcases the unforgettable memories he has captured, and he has been recognized with numerous...

Dan Harris

Jacksonville in Florida, US *Now booking Charlotte weddings.
400/hour (USD)
North Carolina wedding photography by Joe Payne

In his role as a visual storyteller, Joe Payne utilizes his background in fine art and his MBA to bring a journalistic style to his wedding photography. He excels at capturing authentic moments of love with a documentary approach and creates visually stunning portraits.

Joe Payne

Raleigh in North Carolina, US *Now booking Charlotte weddings.
3999 (USD)
BW wedding and elopement photography by Brian Mullins

Brian Mullins, a highly regarded Raleigh documentary wedding photographer, brings his diverse background in photography, cinematography, and concert lighting to create stunning imagery that captures the true essence of wedding moments.

Brian Mullins

Apex in North Carolina, US *Now booking Charlotte weddings.
3499 (USD)
Carolinas Wedding Photography by Hannah Lockaby

Hannah Lockaby, owner of Hannah Lockaby Photo, a skilled wedding photographer in Inman, SC, combines storytelling passion with a talent for capturing genuine moments.

Hannah Lockaby

Inman in South Carolina, US *Now booking Charlotte weddings.
800 (USD)

Map of Wedding Photojournalists Serving Charlotte Couples

Charlotte Wedding, Elopement and Engagement Images by WPJA Photographers

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

At Palisades Country Club in Charlotte, NC, three adorable ring security boys stand proudly, giving a thumbs up as they fulfill their duties at a wedding.
An award-winning wedding day portrait captured by a professional photographer at The Terrace at Cedar Hill. The image showcases the bride's captivating eyes as she gazes through her elegant white veil.
Capturing the whimsical spirit of the couple's wedding day, the artistically skilled photographer captured a stunning image as the couple playfully tossed their rings into the air, only for them to land back in their hands.
A wedding photographer captured this award-winning image at The Terrace at Cedar Hill. The bride and groom are being lifted above their wedding party and guests on the dance floor.
The couples' last dance at the reception, held at 658 Center in Charlotte, North Carolina, was captured in a documentary-style wedding photograph
At the beautiful Ballantyne Country Club in North Carolina, the wedding guests laughed as the officiant shared a funny story of the bride and groom, surrounded by an arbor of yellow sunflowers
World-class documentary wedding image of Flower girls making their way down the aisle at Big Chill in Charlotte, North Carolina
North Carolina couple poses for fun portraits to announce their UNCC Botanical Gardens engagement under the sky and trees
A North Carolina couple adventure together for a modern UNCC Botanical Gardens engagement announcement portrait session showing that Distance doesn't matter
A wedding photo at Morehead Inn in Charlotte, NC shows the couple holding Scrabble letters spelling out "He said 'I do.' and she said, 'I do, too.'"
Charlotte lifestyle couples portraits session at Freedom Park in North Carolina with a water fountain on the pond
North Carolina lifestyle couples photography at Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden in Gaston County, NC with layers of purple flowers

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can a wedding photojournalist create artistic portraits on my Charlotte 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 Charlotte wedding photographers who have earned Artistic Guild awards for portrait and detail images.
Q: How can couples find Charlotte photographers for pre-wedding engagement portraits?
A: The WPJA issues Diamond Awards for Charlotte 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.
Q: Where can I find a photographer for a short-notice, small Charlotte 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 Charlotte wedding day by.
WPJA Communiqué: Featured Wedding Photography Articles
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