Portland-OR Wedding Photographers

Portland-OR Wedding Photographers

Our Portland-OR photographers also provide documentary-style coverage in: Willamette River, Columbia River, and all of the Pacific Northwest

Portland-OR Wedding Photography, Engagement Photo Sessions + Elopements

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

Recent WPJA WedElope Story Awards

Portland-OR Photographers for Large or Small Weddings

Shooting an elopement or small Portland-OR 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.

Oregon WPJA members are ready to document any secret, courthouse, fast, 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 Portland-OR Wedding Venues

9 Portland-OR Wedding Photographers...

Maria Newman, an authentic documentary photographer, developed her love for wedding storytelling when a friend requested her to photograph their wedding during her studies.

Maria Newman

Portland in Oregon, US *Now booking Portland-OR weddings.
2500 (USD)
Portrait of Amber Depangher of Sightglass Photography Studio

Amber Depangher is a documentary wedding photographer with a vibrant portfolio spanning 20 years. With roots in high school and a leap of faith after college, Amber and her artistic husband form an eclectic duo, delighting clients with their distinct styles.

Amber Depangher

Portland in Oregon, US *Now booking Portland-OR weddings.
500/hour (USD)
Robert Knapp, Pacific Northwest weddings by Modern Art Photography Studio

A seasoned documentary wedding photographer, Robert Knapp brings his expertise in family portraiture and snowboard photography to capture the most authentic moments. With over 700 weddings in his portfolio, he is passionate about creating genuine photos for couples.

Robert Knapp

Portland in Oregon, US *Now booking Portland-OR weddings.
2200 (USD)
Color wedding photography by Iris Hu

Iris Hu is a talented wedding photojournalist who travels all over the USA, capturing authentic and emotional moments with a journalistic and lifestyle style. She is inspired by light and creates artistic images that tell a story.

Iris Hu

Portland in Oregon, US *Now booking Portland-OR weddings.
3500 (USD)
Weddings by Chris Shum, Life Photographer

Chris Shum is a wedding, engagement, lifestyle, and family photographer with a lifelong passion for art. With his artistic eye and unobstructive approach, Chris captures the beauty and joy of weddings, creating elegant, storytelling photographs that couples can treasure...

Chris Shum

Sunnyvale in California, US *Now booking Portland-OR weddings.
4500 (USD)
Wedding photography of real moments by Leah Moyers

Traveling wedding & elopement photographer Leah Moyers; Fine Arts background; capturing clients authentically; unobtrusive, candid & inclusive style; beautiful, unique work.

Leah Moyers

Sevierville in Tennessee, US *Now booking Portland-OR weddings.
450/hour (USD)
Jerome Pollos Self Portrait, a wedding and elopement photographer of the WPJA

Jerome, a Navy photojournalist turned wedding photojournalist, takes a documentary approach to his work, using storytelling and visual techniques to capture authentic moments and create a compelling narrative.

Jerome Pollos

Coeur d'Alene in Idaho, US *Now booking Portland-OR weddings.
2500 (USD)
Engagement, elopement and wedding photography by Samantha Moore of So Many Moments LLC

Samantha Moore is a wedding photojournalist who loves connecting with people through photography. She has been documenting weddings since college and has had the pleasure of shooting in various locations worldwide. Samantha feels honored when chosen to capture couples...

Samantha Moore

Sarasota in Florida, US *Now booking Portland-OR weddings.
2950 (USD)

Ron Storer's passion for capturing and preserving wedding moments is fueled by his success as a member of the US Cycling Team, where he earned a Gold Medal in the Pan-Am Games and a Silver Medal in the Olympic Trials. With a wedding photojournalist approach, he...

Ron Storer

Auburn in Washington, US *Now booking Portland-OR weddings.
2400 (USD)

Map of Wedding Photojournalists Serving Portland-OR Couples

Portland-OR Wedding Elopement Photography - WedElope

View WedElope Image Galleries by Portland-OR Wedding Photographers from Small Events and Intimate Elopements.

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

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

An engagement photographer created this creative, black and white portrait of this Portland, Oregon couple beside shipping containers
Hoyt Arboretum, Portland, Oregon couple laughs together - you can see the joy on their faces during a pre-wed picture session
Couple having a loving moment near Downtown Portland
Couple having their happy moment in silhouette in Downtown Portland
Couple having their happy moment under a sunset hour near Downtown Portland
Couple share their loving engagement photo session with the background of Portland Oregon
Couple in love with the beautiful sunset in Portland Oregon - Engagement Photo Session at Dusk
A silhouette of a couple with background of Portland Oregon | engagement photography
Portland Photographer - Oregon Coast Engagement Shoot - Waterfall Engagement

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How can couples find reviews of Portland-OR 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 Portland-OR wedding photographers for their own wedding.
Q: Who are the best Portland-OR wedding photographers for small elopements?
A: The WPJA is proud to have some of the top Portland-OR 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 Portland-OR photographers for pre-wedding engagement portraits?
A: The WPJA issues Diamond Awards for Portland-OR 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.
WPJA Communiqué: Featured Wedding Photography Articles
So your wedding is just around the corner and you’ve decided to elope , either because you want to do this on a budget , avoid a large wedding party, or simply to enjoy the day together with minimal distractions and as little stress as possible . They say 'all you need is...Read more
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
While some of us were fortunate enough to be born as extroverts, not everyone feels the same way. For a good chunk of the population, any number of the typical wedding day traditions can inspire anxiety and existential dread. This day is all about you, yes, but does that...Read more

RAVES, REVIEWS, AND Portland-OR WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER RECOMMENDATIONS

Teresa and Kenny

Photo by Ron Storer

Thank you so much for all of your hard work on our beautiful wedding photos. There are no words to express our gratitude for capturing some of the most important moments of our lives. Our wedding & engagement photos are an absolute treasure that we will savor and cherish forever. When we share our album with friends, they rave about how unique it is and that they’ve never seen anything like it. I have to agree it is amazing and a delight to flip through - it just seems to bring us right back to June 7, 2008 - a day that we hold very close to our hearts.

Kari and Glen

Photo by Ron Storer

Omigoodness!! Can I just say wow? You are such an amazing photographer! Glen and I have shared these photos with some of our family and friends, and all of them have been like, "I love these pictures! You rock!

Amy & Matt

Photo by Ron Storer

I must say again, that I love what you've done to capture the memories of our special day. Matt and I both really appreciate how you've expressed our personalities so accurately with your shots and the candid yet flattering moments you captured. You have a gift and your genuine interest in us only made the photos that much better! Thanks again!