Philadelphia Wedding Photographers

Philadelphia Wedding Photographers

Our Philadelphia photographers also provide documentary-style coverage in: Center City, South Philadelphia, Southwest Philadelphia, West Philadelphia, Lower North Philadelphia, Upper North Philadelphia, River Wards, Roxborough-Manayunk, Germantown-Chestnut Hill, Olney-Oak Lane, Near Northeast Philadelphia, and Far Northeast Philadelphia

Philadelphia Wedding Photography, Engagement Photo Sessions + Elopements

LOVE WON'T WAIT! - Couples are quickly moving forward with smaller weddings. Our Philadelphia photographers are ready to accommodate.

By planning a simple Philadelphia 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, Philadelphia documentary wedding photographers available right now who understand that some weddings and elopements can’t wait. Find yours today!

Recent WPJA WedElope Story Awards

Philadelphia Photographers for Large or Small Weddings

Shooting an elopement or small Philadelphia 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.

Pennsylvania WPJA members are ready to document any small, justice of the peace, city hall, 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.

View Award-Winning Pictures from Philadelphia Wedding Venues

12 Philadelphia Wedding Photographers...

Studio portrait of John Ryan, wedding photographer of J&J Studios, LLC

John Ryan

Lafayette Hill in Pennsylvania, US *Now booking Philadelphia weddings.
3800 (USD)
Portrait of Kimberly Kunda Wedding Photographer

Kimberly Kunda

Morrisville in Pennsylvania, US *Now booking Philadelphia weddings.
3000 (USD)
At Work Image of Wedding Photographer Ted Felsberg

Ted Felsberg

Mays Landing in New Jersey, US *Now booking Philadelphia weddings.
5000 (USD)
Emily Liang, Wedding Photography and Engagement Portrait Sessions for Couples

Emily Liang

Houston in Texas, US *Now booking Philadelphia weddings.
2500 (USD)
Engagement Portraits, Elopements and Wedding Photography by Anji Martin Potok's - World Photography, LLC

Anji Martin

Washington in District Of Columbia, US *Now booking Philadelphia weddings.
4450 (USD)
Casey Fatchett Wedding Photography

Casey Fatchett

New York in New York, US *Now booking Philadelphia weddings.
3300 (USD)
Wedding and Elopement Photography by Kate Hagerty

Kate Hagerty

Pittsburgh in Pennsylvania, US *Now booking Philadelphia weddings.
3000 (USD)
Alex Maldonado, Documentary Wedding and Elopement Photographer

Alex Maldonado

Chicago in Illinois, US *Now booking Philadelphia weddings.
3200 (USD)
Portrait of wedding photographer Nik Morina from Morina Photography

Nik Morina

Brooklyn in New York, US *Now booking Philadelphia weddings.
4500 (USD)

1 more photographers available for your wedding...

999 US Dollar

Cain Images Wedding Photojournalism: William Thomas Cain

Jamison in Pennsylvania, United States

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 to his extensive education at Philadelphia's University of the Arts...

Map of Wedding Photojournalists Serving Philadelphia Couples

Philadelphia Wedding Elopement Photography - WedElope

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

Philadelphia Wedding, Elopement and Engagement Images by WPJA Photographers

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

At a reception venue in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, the couple kissed to celebrate the first seconds of 2023, with the guests welcoming in the new year
The bride was dancing late into the night at the Philadelphia, Pennsylvania reception venue, Globe Dye Works, in a wedding party picture
The bride is captured in a wedding picture, seeing her father for the first time in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, as the wedding party waits to leave on the bus
In a humorous wedding photo taken in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, the ring bearer is seen trying to pass the rings to a guest, obviously unsure of what to do with all the eyes on him
The Lucy, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania wedding ceremony, phones were plentiful as a special moment was captured - one in hand, one taking a photo, and one providing extra lighting
The soon-to-be newlyweds posed for a romantic lifestyle photoshoot at Love Park in Philadelphia, PA, embracing in the courtyard between buildings at their engagement session
The stunning rooftop engagement photoshoot of the couple at Nineteen Restaurant in Center City, Philadelphia was a beautiful way to capture their love story
The couple embraced the warm sunlight glimmering between their profiled faces as they posed for a romantic engagement photoshoot at the iconic Race Street Pier in Philadelphia, PA
A young couple posed for a romantic engagement photoshoot at the Rim Cafe in South Philly, a trendy cafe that caters to a variety of lifestyles
The engaged couple embraced with the water of the fountains at The Fountains at Dilworth Park in Philadelphia, PA, creating a romantic lifestyle pre-wedding portrait
He tenderly lifts his fiance off the ground during a romantic Christmas engagement session on Addison Street in Philadelphia
The engaged couple embraced atop the famous Rocky Steps in Philadelphia, PA at dusk, illuminated by a soft light for a romantic pre-wedding lifestyle portrait

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can a wedding photojournalist create artistic portraits on my Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia wedding photographers who have earned Artistic Guild awards for portrait and detail images.
Q: How can couples find Philadelphia photographers for pre-wedding engagement portraits?
A: The WPJA issues Diamond Awards for Philadelphia 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: Who are the best Philadelphia wedding photographers for small elopements?
A: The WPJA is proud to have some of the top Philadelphia 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
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RAVES, REVIEWS, AND Philadelphia WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER RECOMMENDATIONS

New York wedding photographer at Duck Walk Vineyard, Long Island

Suzanne and Ilya

Photo by Casey Fatchett

You and your entire crew were so phenomenal yesterday. Thank you so much for all your help and being so dedicated and helpful and cheerful and energetic. When the weather opened up out of nowhere, it was a shock and I didn't see how the day was going to turn around. But you guys made it so nice and put so much effort into getting us the shots we were hoping for despite the curveball. I just wanted to extend a big thank you and let you know how much we appreciated it.