Best Wedding Photographers

Susan Shek Photography is a New York City wedding photographer with roots in candid, story-driven imagery. The team shoots weddings and events across NYC and at celebrations abroad.

Beyond photography, the studio handles videography, custom albums, and on-site photo booth service. That makes it a single source for couples who want their whole day documented.

Susan focuses on reading the room and catching unscripted moments, not just the planned timeline. With two decades of work and more than 1,000 couples photographed, she has a deep New York portfolio.

Finished galleries arrive on a roughly four-week turnaround, faster than many studios in the city.

What started as a sibling duo in 2012 has grown into The I Do, a Los Angeles wedding photography and videography team. Their editorial photo and film work covers Los Angeles, San Francisco, New York, and Arizona.

Indian, Persian, and intercultural celebrations are a core specialty. The team understands the customs and pacing required by multicultural ceremonies.

The award-winning studio leans on calm, present shooting rather than heavy posing. Couples get both heartfelt coverage and a polished, high-end finish.

A fit for couples planning a multicultural or destination wedding who want photo and video under one roof.

Across Orange County and Southern California, Three16 Photography covers weddings, engagements, and family sessions. The studio has shot couples since 2010 and keeps packages affordable.

Its look is fun, timeless, and romantic, with videography, photo booths, and albums available too. Couples planning micro weddings or larger celebrations in Anaheim, Los Angeles, and Temecula can book a single setup in one place.

A concert photographer who has shot Taylor Swift and other touring acts, Kevin Lush brings that high-energy eye to Dayton wedding photography. He launched the studio in 2007 and added wedding films in 2022.

Couples can book photo and video together, plus senior portraits. The concert background shows up in bold, lively frames that feel energetic rather than stiff.

Kevin works with all couples and runs an openly LGBTQ-friendly studio. His mix of music and wedding work gives Ohio clients a distinct, fun approach.

Named a The Knot Best of Weddings winner for over a decade, ABM Photography is a San Diego wedding studio. The team has photographed more than 1,000 weddings and earned hundreds of 5-star reviews.

Its style is honest and artistic, never over-processed or stiffly posed. Sunset portraits and dramatic night shots are a signature.

ABM also shoots Bar and Bat Mitzvahs from its Encinitas studio. That depth makes it a safe pick for couples who want polished, reliable coverage.

Light and airy describes the signature look at B. Jones Photography, a team of Seattle wedding photographers. They lean toward coastal and outdoor celebrations across Washington.

With more than 300 weddings shot and over 150 published features, the studio has strong publication credentials. A six-time Best of Weddings winner, it works throughout the greater Seattle area.

Cristina G Photography is a Chicago wedding photographer duo led by Cristina and Constantin. The husband-and-wife team has worked side by side for over 15 years.

Their style is cinematic, built for couples who want polished, film-like images. Beyond Chicago, they shoot iconic celebrations in Italy, France, and across Europe.

With more than 500 weddings behind them, the pair reads a room quickly and stays unobtrusive.

A The Knot Hall of Fame honoree, Tiffany Hopwood Photography shoots Dallas weddings and destinations worldwide. Couples have married through her lens across Texas, Mexico, Italy, and the UK.

Custom build-your-own packages let clients shape coverage to fit their budget. She also photographs families and seniors, giving repeat clients one studio for every milestone.

Joy and real emotion drive the work at Simone Anne Photography, a San Francisco wedding photographer based in Oakland. She covers full weddings, intimate elopements, and San Francisco City Hall ceremonies.

With over a decade of experience, Simone shoots joyful, celebratory frames for couples and families of every background. She also photographs families.

Multi-day Indian and South Asian weddings are a specialty at Joey Wallace Photography in Atlanta. The team has documented more than 300 Atlanta celebrations.

Its award-winning photo and video coverage suits low-light ceremonies and ballroom receptions alike. Elegant and cinematic frames are the house style.

The studio also handles engagement and proposal sessions for Georgia couples.

Mark Trela Photography is a Chicago documentary wedding photographer working in a candid, photojournalistic style. The husband-and-wife team has shot Chicago weddings since 2010.

They favor real, unposed moments at Chicago venues like Morgan's on Fulton and the Bridgeport Art Center. Couples sessions round out their work too.

Photographer Hank Nam has run Blue 22 Photography in Los Angeles since 2000. His background is in visual storytelling rather than standard portraiture.

Each wedding is shot as a single narrative meant to hold up decades later. The fine-art approach favors mood and emotion over posed setups. That focus has kept Blue 22 booking LA couples for 25 years.

A film-production background shapes how Akil Bennett shoots Houston weddings. He chases the in-between moments, the look before a first kiss or a laugh no one else caught.

His style stays clean and timeless, built on emotion over heavy direction. Akil has photographed Houston couples and families since 2008, including portraits.

Isabelle Selby is a Brooklyn wedding photographer with a happy, indie, editorial style. Her images have appeared in Vanity Fair, Martha Stewart Weddings, and Town & Country.

She shoots couples in Brooklyn, Nashville, and beyond, favoring relaxed, characterful frames over stiff formals.

Nationally published, Michael & Anna Costa shoot editorial luxury weddings around Santa Barbara and Los Angeles. The husband-and-wife duo has worked in a journalistic style since 2005.

Their coverage extends to couples sessions, brand work, and family portraits, with travel available worldwide. Polished, magazine-ready images are the draw for high-end California couples.

Serving Santa Fe and Albuquerque, Maura Jane Photography creates guided, polished wedding images that feel effortless. The team shoots at New Mexico's top venues and travels for weddings beyond the state.

Its romantic, relaxed style suits couples who want direction without feeling over-posed.

Persian and Greek Orthodox ceremonies are a specialty for Todd Johnson Photography, a Los Angeles wedding photojournalist. His internationally recognized work spans six continents.

Todd shoots multicultural weddings at venues like Vibiana and the Millennium Biltmore, plus engagement portraits. Couples planning a culturally specific ceremony get an experienced hand.

Stephanie Michelle Photography is a Dallas wedding photographer working in a fine-art, documentary style for luxury celebrations. Based in Fort Worth, she shoots regularly in New York and travels worldwide.

Her film and digital coverage suits couples who want refined, unposed images.

Adventure and mountain weddings are the focus for Cassie Madden, a traveling Sheridan, Wyoming wedding photographer. She covers Wyoming, the Black Hills, and Rocky Mountain venues.

Her joyful, adventurous images have been featured in Rocky Mountain Bride.

Adventure elopements in Washington's mountains and national parks define Photography by Betty Elaine. Based in Seattle, she shoots at spots like the North Cascades, Mt. Rainier, and Olympic National Park, with travel available.

All-inclusive beach wedding packages are the draw at Say Yes in Myrtle Beach. Each affordable package bundles professional photography with an officiant. The team serves North Myrtle Beach, Cherry Grove, and Surfside Beach with no weekend upcharges.