Wilmington Wedding Photographers

Wilmington Wedding Photographers

Our Wilmington photographers also provide documentary-style coverage in: New Hanover County, Wilmington Metropolitan Statistical Area, New Hanover, Pender County

Wilmington Wedding Photography, Engagement Photo Sessions + Elopements

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

Recent WPJA WedElope Story Awards

Wilmington Photographers for Large or Small Weddings

Shooting an elopement or small Wilmington 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 town hall, mini, civil ceremony, 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 Wilmington Wedding Venues

2 Wilmington Wedding Photographers...

Studio portrait of USA wedding photographer Cindy Brown

Cindy Brown is a highly educated wedding photojournalist, specializing in capturing engagements, elopements, and weddings worldwide. With a keen eye for detail and a focus on capturing emotion and sensitivity, Cindy's work is renowned for its exceptional quality.

Cindy Brown

Atlanta in Georgia, US *Now booking Wilmington weddings.
3000 (USD)
BW wedding and elopement photography by Brian Mullins

Brian Mullins is a North Carolina wedding photographer based in Raleigh. With a background in photography, cinematography, and concert lighting, Brian's unique visual arts experience has shaped his photography style and vision. He creates beautiful imagery that...

Brian Mullins

Apex in North Carolina, US *Now booking Wilmington weddings.
3499 (USD)

Map of Wedding Photojournalists Serving Wilmington Couples

Wedding Venue Pictures by Wilmington Wedding Photographers

Please select a venue below to view all associated contest-winning Wilmington wedding photos.

Wilmington Wedding, Elopement and Engagement Images by WPJA Photographers

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

The wedding party poses seated in the Hotel du Pont lobby lounge, with a repeating pattern of three arched windows high overhead
Wilmington, VT couple engagement pic session of a couple enjoying a glorious Vermont fall day
DE artistic wedding photo from the Winterthur Museum and Country Estate, Wilmington during A cinderella moment on the grand garden staircase
Ceremony/Reception Location: The Hungry Trout Resort in Wilmington, New York - Photos of the bride doing the worm on the dance floor!
The bride and groom recess from the ceremony as it starts to rain at The Hungry Trout Resort in Wilmington | New York wedding photography
Fort Fisher, North Carolina Couple Portraits - Engagement photo of future couple with bride's son running in silhouette

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How can couples find Wilmington photographers for pre-wedding engagement portraits?
A: The WPJA issues Diamond Awards for Wilmington 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: How can couples find top-ranked Wilmington wedding photographers?
A: The WPJA created the original wedding photographer ranking systems. Our innovative system is based on contest winning points, meaning that the Wilmington 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.
Q: Where can I find a photographer for a short-notice, small Wilmington 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 Wilmington wedding day by.
WPJA Communiqué: Featured Wedding Photography Articles
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
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
Not everyone has a lagoon or glacier next door, but there's no rule saying you can't have a small wedding in the great outdoors. Take advantage of natural sunshine and that open, airy feeling and give your guests some room to breathe! LESS IS MORE Instead of hemming your...Read more

RAVES, REVIEWS, AND Wilmington WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER RECOMMENDATIONS

Maggie & Tim

Photo by Cindy Brown

Cindy, greetings from St. Kitts! Tim and I just watched the slideshow a couple times, and the pictures are FAN-TAS-TIC! Love love love them. Kudos to you and Sharon, and we can't wait to see more. Hope you guys are doing well. Maggie

Bride and groom exit the Mary Gay House in a shower of bubbles

Sarah and Adam

Photo by Cindy Brown

Cindy: I can’t tell you how much we appreciate all the wonderful photos you took— somehow, they are all both absolutely stunning and truly capture the people, emotions, and experience of our wedding. None of the photos feel forced, and they all make me smile. I can’t tell you how much it means to see myself in these photos— looking natural, beautiful, and, above all, happy!

Kate & Kyle

Photo by Cindy Brown

Cindy, Thank you SO MUCH. This is amazing and we couldn't be happier. We're so grateful for the way you captured our special day. With abundant gratitude, Kate and Kyle