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Find Wedding Photographers in or near Portland-ME

Our Portland-ME photographers also provide documentary-style coverage in: Cumberland County, York County, Sagadahoc County, Androscoggin County, Auburn, Lewiston, Biddeford, Bath, Saco, Sanford, Westbrook

Planning an intimate wedding, elopement, or engagement portrait session in Portland-ME?

Discover the best photographers! - We can capture the happiness and closeness of your modern, boutique, romantic, or at-home wedding. The WPJA has an abundance of top-ranked, Portland-ME documentary wedding photographers available right now who understand that some weddings can’t wait. Find yours today!

Capture Your Dream Portland-ME Elopement: Photographers Available

Imagine your intimate Portland-ME wedding: just you, your partner, your officiant, perhaps a few select companions, and a photographer capturing the moments. Find the perfect photographer near you to create lasting memories.

York County-ME WPJA members are ready to document any town hall, civil ceremony, justice of the peace, 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.

6 Portland-ME Wedding Photographers...

Portrait of Corey Butler, a documentary wedding photographer

Corey Butler is a New England-based wedding photographer driven by nostalgia and his studies of photojournalism. He strives to authentically capture moments for couples, and to preserve them by looking back and saying 'this is how things actually happened.'

Corey Butler

South Portland in Maine, US
12
2
3
27
475/hour (USD)
Kim Chapman, a talented wedding photographer offering her services in the beautiful city of Portland, Maine, United States

Kim Chapman is a Portland, Maine-based photographer with a documentary approach, specializing in wedding photography. With a focus on storytelling and capturing the essence of the day, Kim's visual images have been recognized and featured in exhibitions and...

Kim Chapman

Portland in Maine, US
3
1
5200 (USD)
Portland Maine wedding photography by Brittany Bugaj

Brittany Bugaj and her partner Dean are the owners of Two Adventurous Souls, a US-based wedding photography team that specializes in capturing the meaningful connections between couples, their loved ones, and the breathtaking locations they choose as a backdrop on their...

Brittany Bugaj

Old Orchard Beach in Maine, US
8
2
6
4900 (USD)
Bangor, Maine wedding photography by Hailey Crabtree

Hailey Crabtree, a documentary wedding photographer based in New England, has been capturing the raw emotions and candid moments of couples' special days since 2010. With a background in English and creative writing, her photographs tell compelling stories that will be...

Hailey Crabtree

Orrington in Maine, US
6
4
6200 (USD)
Lifestyle portrait of Sarah Gagnon, a photographer for candid weddings in Midcoast Maine

Maine-based wedding photojournalist Sarah Gagnon captures candid and documentary-style photos, with a love for the romantic moments of weddings. With 7 years of experience, she shoots 45-60 weddings annually. Holding a BFA in photography from the University of Southern...

Sarah Gagnon

Bowdoinham in Maine, US
4
2
450 (USD)

In a journalistic style, Jessica Weiser, an award-winning Portland, Maine-based wedding photojournalist, skillfully captures candid and emotional moments of couples' big day.

Jessica Weiser

Camden in Maine, US
9
9
6000 (USD)
Recent WPJA WedElope Story Awards
They got married in an abbey, with sunlight streaming through a stone archway providing a stunning backdrop
Ronan Jégaden
The couple's small wedding was made unforgettable when the cavernous room with pendant lights created a magical ambiance that was witnessed by their parents and captured in a beautiful wedding photo
Lucy Schultz

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Map of Wedding Photojournalists Serving Portland-ME Couples

Portland-ME Wedding, Elopement and Engagement Images by WPJA Photographers

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

A couple in Portland, Maine, stands face to face in profile, holding hands during their engagement session. Captured at golden hour, the image shows her hair blowing in the wind.
Amidst the hustle and bustle of wedding preparations, one man carefully arranges chairs while a sunbather enjoys the serene waters of Portland, ME.
In Portland, Maine, the bride slips into her overskirt for her gown, adding an elegant layer to her wedding attire. This moment captures the anticipation and excitement as she completes her bridal look.
Captured by an award-winning WPJA photographer at the Portland Masonic Temple, this candid shot showcases the bride's sweet and helpful spirit as she tidies up during the lively reception.
In Portland, Maine, the bride sits on a trolley surrounded by her bridesmaids while reading a note. This candid moment captures the anticipation and excitement of her wedding day.
Capture of wedding guests waiting to be seated at the Cathedral of Immaculate Conception in Portland, Maine, creating a timeless moment of anticipation and reverence on the special day.
A beautiful bride boards a water taxi in Portland, Maine, heading towards her Peaks Island wedding ceremony on a sunny day.
A beautiful silhouette portrait of a newlywed couple sharing a kiss near their wedding venue at Arcadia in Portland, Maine, while a guest plays pinball in the background, adding a unique and playful twist to the fun wedding photo.
In a picturesque spot in Portland, Maine, a couple lovingly clasps hands as they sit on the sidewalk, with beautiful ironworks serving as an artistic backdrop
A couple takes a walk along the waterfront in Portland, Maine, with a floating wooden boat dock as the backdrop for their engagement picture, captured by a professional WPJA wedding photographer
A couple wearing matching sweaters with American flags on them is captured running along the fishing wharf boardwalk in Portland, Maine, in an engagement picture taken by a WPJA wedding photographer
A couple in Portland, Maine, is photographed by a wedding photographer from WPJA while sitting on a staircase next to a brick storefront, captured in a black and white image, depicting an intimate pose as they face each other

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can a wedding photojournalist create artistic portraits on my Portland-ME 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 Portland-ME wedding photographers who have earned Artistic Guild awards for portrait and detail images.
Q: Who are the best Portland-ME wedding photographers for small elopements?
A: The WPJA is proud to have some of the top Portland-ME 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 top-ranked Portland-ME wedding photographers?
A: The WPJA created the original wedding photographer ranking systems. Our innovative system is based on contest winning points, meaning that the Portland-ME 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.

RAVES, REVIEWS, AND Portland-ME WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER RECOMMENDATIONS

Wedding picture of the bride on her way via a trolley to the Westin Portland Harborview Hotel in Portland, ME

Samantha + Ryan

Photo by Corey Butler

Corey, We can't thank you enough for the amazing work that you did at our wedding. You told a beautiful story through your photos and caught such special moments for us to cherish forever! Thank you for bringing humor, fun, and organization to the day! You were extremely professional, kind, and joyful. Everyone at the wedding party commented on how easy you were to work with, and you truly made our clay smooth, calm, and memorable. The best decision we made was hiring you! Wishing you and your family all the best! Love, Samantha + Ryan

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Woodstock Inn Station & Brewery Wedding Photography - Bride and Groom Perform for their Wedding Guests

Brandt & Elizabeth

Photo by Corey Butler

Corey, Hiring you as our photographer was absolutely the best decision we could have made for our wedding. We cannot thank you enough for truly bringing our day to life with your photos. We are in love with all of them and could not be happier! Thank you so much!

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