The Best Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in Charlottesville, VA

The Best Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in Charlottesville, VA

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Pop of Molly Photography & Design 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Charlottesville, VA

Your wedding day is a whirlwind of family and friends, vows and true love, good food and of course lots of cake! With a wedding photographer, all the beautiful moments can be captured and remembered forever. Pop of Molly Photography focuses on candid photography encapsulating the bride and groom and wedding guests enjoying the moment and being their own beautiful selves. Focusing on candid photography doesn't mean I won't take the time to sit down with you and go over the "must have" shots, list of family members and wedding party, and ensure I have photos of all your Pinterest board "dream wedding" photos.

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We hired Molly as our photographer for our micro wedding in Shenandoah National Park. She was amazing to work with from beginning to end. From hearing out our ideas, giving us pointers, and researching the area for us to get our best pictures. She is everything you want in a candid wedding photographer and we couldn't be happier with the results. Thank you, Molly!!
Deven C., 5 months ago
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Lûmiere de Soi 

5.0

Charlottesville, VA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,950

A little about us, Lumière de Soi is a woman owned, joy focused, candid moment capturing, cat loving, nature obsessed photography studio serving Charlottesville and Central Virginia. Our studio is proud to be an inclusive space, photographing all bodies and all forms of love. We offer coverage for weddings and elopements as well as portrait services.

Amanda was a joy to work with! She responded quickly to our emails, was charming and professional with my crazy family (including some toddlers in full tantrum), and gave us stunning, gorgeous photos of a day that I thought was going to be pure chaos! I couldn't recommend her more highly.
Kathryn G., 4 months ago
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Eilish Bailey Photography 

5.0

Charlottesville, VA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,000

Pronounced like Eye-lish, I'm a Charlottesville, Virginia wedding photographer. I've been full-time in the industry for 4 years and I love getting the opportunity to memorialize weddings for my clients. I have experience in both photography and cinematography. Giving my images a uniquely cinematic and timeless feeling, while being unobtrusive and letting you experience your day exactly as it unfolds.

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Eilish was my favorite vendor that we hired throughout the entire wedding planning process. She was always so genuine and kind in her approach with her work and in her overall demeanor. Working with her was smooth sailing and watching her creative process was an art form. She does an incredible job of capturing moments and creating a portfolio of pictures that truly and uniquely encapsulates your day. I would hire her again and again. 3
Sarah C D., 4 months ago
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Lucy Jalin Photography 

5.0

Charlottesville, VA
  • Photojournalistic style

From developing black and white images in the darkroom to capturing day-to-day happenings as photo manager of the high school yearbook, my camera became an extension of me. I wanted to document the moments of the people I cared about - whether mundane or significant - and create something beautiful. Fast forward ten years and I’ve gone on to complete my Bachelor’s, Master’s, and clinical to become a registered dietitian nutritionist. I’ve had a thriving career at UVA Medical Center for the past five years and witnessed firsthand both the value and fragility of human life.

Awarded Best of Zola
Lucy is the most amazing wedding photographer! She is prompt, responsive, thorough, extremely intentional and warm. We couldn't have asked for a better person to work with! We cherish our wedding photos and we were in awe at the way Lucy beautifully captured our special day like a story. She was so patient, gentle and encouraging and we'd recommend her to anyone! Thank you!
Sarah M., 2 years ago
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Cecilia Photography Co 

5.0

Charlottesville, VA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,000

Based in Charlottesville, Virginia and keen to travel. I am more than honored that this gets to be my job. That I get to photograph you and all the things you love. I love it because I love my people and I love this earth and I love connection and growing things and all I ever want to do is preserve it.

Cecilia was an absolute dream to work with for our wedding. From our first interaction, her communication was timely, collaborative, creative, and empathetic, putting us at ease throughout the entire process. The quality of her work is truly timeless, authentic, and honest - capturing the day in a documentary style that reflects the genuine emotions and special moments. Cecilia and her team were extra helpful, even going beyond their duties, with a calm and reassuring demeanor that made us feel supported and cared for on our big day. We are thrilled with the beautiful photos that will allow us to relive our wedding for years to come. Cecilia is worth every penny and we cannot recommend her highly enough.
Sarah, 2 months ago
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Tom Daly Photography 

5.0

Charlottesville, VA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000

I'm a full-time freelance photographer, and have been photographing weddings since 2008. Risking understatement, I love being a photographer. When it comes to weddings, I photograph them in my favorite style -- journalistic. Nothing makes me happier than finding cool, off-the-wall moments at your wedding that may have otherwise gone unnoticed. Well, unless those moments happen to be in supreme sunset light. I try to be as hands-off as I can, while still providing direction when needed. Your wedding won't be a Hollywood production photo-shoot with me, it'll be a party with your family and friends that you will be able to enjoy to the fullest!

Awarded Best of Zola
Couldn't recommend Tom more highly - we feel really lucky to have him document our wedding day. He was really fun and easy to work with. We got gorgeous family and couple pictures, but also so many photos that captured the joy in the impromptu moments throughout the day amongst our family and friends. And those are the ones that will help us remember how special that day felt.
Natalya & S., 5 years ago
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Amanda Maglione Photography 

5.0

Charlottesville, VA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,100

Amanda Maglione opened her wedding photography business in Charlottesville, Virginia, after a ten-year career in NYC as a photojournalist, celebrity photographer, and photo editor. She brings this background to her wedding photography, and is known for her photojournalistic/documentary style. "Well balanced, highly skilled photographer. Now when you combine that knowledge and experience with her affable nature and charm you can't go wrong. She is not only super talented but also down to earth, sweet, intelligent and a truly genuine person. When you meet her you immediately feel at ease. I was blessed to have her shoot my wedding."

10/10 recommend Amanda for my clients and yours!! Amanda's previous work in NYC brings a modern, fresh new perspective to weddings. Her positive energy is contagious, you'll be spending several hours with your photographer, she's a MUST!!
Sara K., 3 years ago
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Blue Mountain Weddings 

5.0

Charlottesville, VA
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,000

Ran and Linda Henry bring the romance of the Blue Ridge Mountains to your Virginia wedding, offering Wedding and Event Photography, creating and capturing memories as a couple. We are also experienced wedding planners , helping you shape and enjoy the perfect timeline. Above all we vow to get you to the altar, in these uncertain times, changing your date without charge, believing that love never fails.

Ran and Linda were incredible to work with! They were always available to talk and answer questions and even called to check in the closer we got to the wedding to make sure we had everything we needed for our big day. As a couple who have never been comfortable posing for photos, Ran and Linda were clear in their direction and helped my husband and I get our poses just right to make our wedding photos look like a dream! I could not be happier with their professionalism and their ability to adapt to all the spaces we took photos in. They made sure that all of our photo requests were met and captured every amazing moment of our day with ease thanks to their experience and professionalism. They were a joy to work with and I am so glad we had them with us on our big day.
Jess L., 4 years ago
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Xiaoqi Li Photography 

5.0

Charlottesville, VA
  • Photojournalistic style

Hello! I'm Xiaoqi (pronounced "cho-chee"). You're here because you want to connect with an awesome wedding photographer. You don't want just some stranger following you around with a camera, but a friend invested in capturing your story. Someone who understands that you're looking for more than beautiful images - because you deserve to have images that feel like you through genuine moments and portraits. And that's exactly what I strive to take care of for my couples! I want you to enjoy peace of mind knowing that I'll be there to capture your wedding day in its entirety for you to relive again and again.

If you are looking for someone who deeply cares for each couple she works with, works with a sense of professionalism, and is truly an advocate for each couple she photographs, you want to work with Xiaoqi Li Photography. We simply cannot thank her enough.
Charles L., a year ago
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Jack Looney Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Charlottesville, VA

Jack is a longtime Charlottesville-Albemarle resident, and currently lives in "downtown" Crozet. He's been a full time photographer in Charlottesville's wedding community for 17 years. Specialties include surprise engagements, and weddings ranging in size and complexity from elopements with a handful of guests, to multi-day celebrations with many hundreds of guests.

Jack is so wonderful. From our first call, we knew that he would be our guy. He is so laid back yet still professional. It was easy for all of our guests to approach him for photos if they wanted. He kept an eye on the sunset and whisked us away for a few amazing shots. He quickly got the obligatory family shots out of the way, very painlessly. He even suggested another local place to go for our first look that was more private and so beautiful. He really looks out for you and what you want. Also, he works insanely quickly. He is really fast to reply to emails as well. You cannot go wrong with Jack. He did such a great job and helped us to relax. HIGHLY recommend him. Book him already!!
Thomas K., 7 months ago
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Ayesha Ahmad Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Charlottesville, VA

I’ve been a wedding photographer for 11 years, but I’ve been an artist since I could hold a pencil – and I’ve been in love with stories just as long. Of all the ways to create a life around storytelling and art, I’m so glad to have found this one: weddings are filled with stories both intimate and profound, and with elements of beauty that delight the artist in me. I love the challenge of seeking, finding and capturing the beauty I see, and telling your story as I see it unfolding before me.

As a wedding decorator, I get to work with many photographers and Ayesha Ahmad Photography is one of my favorites! I love her style of photography and she is very easy to work with! She takes great portraits of couples as well as decor shots!
Radia Rahman, 4 years ago
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Once Like a Spark Wedding Co. 

4.7

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,845
  • Serves Charlottesville, VA

More than a decade ago, two sisters - knew there had to be a better way to allow talented photographers and videographers to focus on what they do best -- create gorgeous art -- while providing couples with better support in the planning process. Together, they created an all-inclusive, stress-free environment where couples can choose from talented local photographers and videographers and work with a small team of planning experts equipped and eager to make everything a success. With the pressure gone, you can truly enjoy your big day. Relax and rest assured that all the emotional and moments will be documented with unmatched quality.

From the very first interaction, the team at Once Like a Spark Wedding Co. was incredibly responsive, patient, and detailed in their communication with us. On our wedding day, their incredible attention to detail was evident in the stunning photos they captured. They were constantly checking in with us throughout the reception to make sure we were getting all the shots we wanted. As a couple who isn't always comfortable in front of the camera, Mario made us feel at ease and was able to create the exact type of photos we had envisioned. Our wedding day was truly unforgettable, and we have Once Like a Spark to thank for preserving those memories so beautifully. We would absolutely recommend them to any couple planning their big day!
Dominique A., a month ago
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Sophia Osborne Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Charlottesville, VA
  • Offer

Hi, I'm Sophia, a 26-year-old wedding photographer based just outside DC in NoVA. Capturing love stories through my lens is not just a job but a profound joy that I cherish with every wedding I photograph. It's been six years and I've photographed close to 100 weddings which seems unreal! The photography gene runs in my family, my great-grandfather had his own photography studio in Panama and from there, knowledge of photography was passed down through the generations of my family to me. I believe in always having fun and prioritizing an stress-free lifestyle which translates into my photography style — vibrant, authentic, and joyful.

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I cannot recommend working with Sophia enough. She was communicative, prompt and very efficient. She really worked with us what we wanted for the day in a short time frame and the photos just speak for themselves. We truly could not be happier that we chose to work with her!
Lucy B., 5 months ago
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Cesario Mendez Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Charlottesville, VA

When I am not behind the camera or editing photos, I enjoy short Uber rides to bottomless brunch on the weekends; right now mimosas and I kinda have a thing going on! I have a special relationship with bourbon and FIRMLY believe in putting food on the grill during late afternoons should be the norm. I am blessed to be married to the happiest person on earth (I am so serious), who just happens to double as my favorite person. She keeps me grounded and never fails to remind me how great she is.

Awarded Best of Zola
I eloped on a rooftop, but still wanted photos of me looking like a bride. He showed up for a 20-minute job and gave it his all. Just awesome!
Tara, 3 years ago
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Ledd Lens LLC, Photo and Film 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Charlottesville, VA
  • Offer

We are team of traveling wedding photographers and videographers. For 2024, we have 90+ weddings booked in 29 different states. Our shooting style is photojournalistic, natural, CINEMATIC to traditional. Our editing and style depends. Very easygoing and flexible depending on the client's preference. Our team is dedicated in delivering memories.

Ledd and team exceeded our expectations in every way. Communication and coordination was fantastic leading up to and during the wedding. The pictures and videos came out better than we could have imagined. Attaching comments from friends/family that also felt the same!
Leah S., 2 months ago
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Promani Weddings 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Charlottesville, VA

Hi! At Promani Weddings, we are a local wedding media team that specializes in capturing the magic of wedding celebrations. Led by owner and accomplished photographer/filmmaker Benjamin, our dedicated team of talented photographers and videographers excels at transforming your special day into timeless memories. In thanks to high demand from all of our amazing couples, we have established incredible teams in Michigan, Tennessee and North Carolina!! I can't wait to hear from you and learn more about your wedding.

Working with Promani Weddings was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding, and Lola and Nathan were the dream team that made it all come to life. Their expertise and creativity truly captured the magic of our day, and we couldn’t be happier with the results! Lola, our photographer, was an absolute joy to work with. Her ability to capture candid moments as well as beautiful posed shots was incredible. She has an eye for detail and a knack for making everyone feel at ease, which resulted in a stunning collection of photos that perfectly reflect the emotion and beauty of our wedding day. Her friendly demeanor and professionalism made the whole experience enjoyable and stress-free. We so appreciated her help in developing our wedding time-line, and her flexibility and leadership when it needed to be altered. Nathan, our videographer, was equally fantastic. His skill in creating a cinematic experience was remarkable. He captured all the important moments, and was so much fun to work with throughout the day. Together, Lola and Nathan from Promani Weddings provided a seamless and memorable experience. Their talent, professionalism, and dedication were evident throughout the entire process, and we are thrilled with the final results. If you’re looking for a photo and video team that delivers exceptional work with a personal touch, Promani Weddings is the perfect choice. Thank you, Lola and Nathan, for preserving our special day in such an extraordinary way!
Jessica S., 3 months ago
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Heather Christine Photo + Film 

4.9

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,950
  • Serves Charlottesville, VA

Hiii! I'm Heather Schoolcraft - owner & CEO! I'm a small town gal from WV who LOVES traveling and pops of color. I've designed my entire company around creating authentic + magical love stories. I have an associate team specifically trained to go and take on more couples! The only thing that's different on your wedding day is you see a different face! On your wedding day, our goal is to make you feel comfortable in front of the camera, and to focus on the raw + real moments on your day. Don't settle for less because you have to. Let ME help you get the photos + video that you've always dreamed of.

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Heather and her team are literally amazing. She helped me in so many ways. She’s not just your photographer, she’s everything you could need before and during your wedding. Heather is a lifetime friend for me now and I couldn’t be more honored to have her capture our day. She goes above and beyond to help you, whether it’s her guides that she has made herself or even just a little text asking if you need anything. Even on the day of, she’s right there if you need her. She is SO fun and I just can’t say enough things about her
Kassidy S., 4 months ago
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Kylie Hinson Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Charlottesville, VA

Our philosophy is pretty simple: tell the most amazing love stories through photographs that capture true love, real emotion and beautiful moments. As your photography team, our job is to tell your love story the way that it unfolds. We believe in preserving the moment with artistry and authenticity. We want your photographs to be timeless and beautiful. From the big moments to the subtle details, we give each element equal attention and care. If it matters to you, it’s important to us, and that commitment will shine through in every image.

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Kylie and her team were awesome! They really captured our day the way we wanted with some touch’s of their. Communication and planning was super easy. If we ever had questions or concerns we had an answer promptly. We can’t wait to get the full album.
Jessica L., 5 months ago
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Alysa Segovia Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Charlottesville, VA
  • Offer

I'm a wedding photographer based out of Virginia committed to providing the best photography experience to my couples. My style is natural, photojournalistic, and authentic. I take the time to get to know you and work with you to capture beautiful moments that are sincere and candid. I won't miss a thing, from the first kiss to the captivating laughs to the small, intimate moments that no one else sees.

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Alysa Segovia Photography was a fantastic choice for our wedding photography. From the very beginning, Alysa's communication was timely, clear, and thorough, which put us at ease as we planned our big day. Her warm and personable demeanor made us feel incredibly comfortable, and the quality of her work was exceptional. We did an engagement shoot with Alysa in Shenandoah, and the photos turned out beautifully. Going into our wedding day, we felt confident that Alysa would capture everything perfectly, and she did not disappoint. Our wedding photos are breathtaking, with stunning portraits as well as candid shots that truly reflect the joy and love of our celebration. Alysa is an incredibly talented photographer, and we highly recommend her services to any couple looking to preserve the memories of their special day.
Caitlin R., a month ago
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The Mannix Company 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Charlottesville, VA
  • Offer

HI, I'm Alli! I am a destination wedding & portrait photographer traveling around the United States since 2016! As your wedding photographer my goal is to capture the memories you're in the moment experiencing so you can be taken right back to the day no mater how much time has passed. Wedding photography is so much more than pretty pictures. These are heirlooms that you will pass down to those who love you, so let's give them honest real images about a love worth remembering JUST AS IT IS!

Awarded Best of Zola
There are seriously not enough words to describe how amazing The Mannix Company is!! Alli and Josh were recommended through a close friend who did her wedding and I seriously cannot thank her enough for recommending them. The moment I put an inquiry in, I immediately felt like I was Alli’s best friend when she reached out. Alli and Josh did our engagement photos as well and am seriously obsessed with them. I was so excited for our wedding day. On our wedding day, Alli made sure I was taken care of. She even helped me get into my dress because we were on a time crunch and that to me was a truly special moment I got to share with her. They both exceeded our expectations and cannot recommend them enough. We will be using them for all of our future photography shoots. Thank you so much The Mannix Company for making our day so special!
Lindsay S., 18 days ago
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Abby Carissimo Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,750
  • Serves Charlottesville, VA

I'm Abby! and I’m hopelessly obsessed with love. There’s nothing like watching a couple look into each other’s eyes and realize they just got married. Being able to capture that moment- and then deliver it to the couple to keep forever- it’s truly the best. I’m here to capture so much more than just memories. I’m here to capture feeling. . The sweet glances that make your fingertips tingle. The look that makes your heart thump in your chest. The loopy butterflies in your stomach as you’re about to walk down the aisle. Those feelings. The photos I produce allow you to hold those feelings in your hand, and keep them safe for eternity.

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Abby was so great to work with, she truly captured the essence of our day and those intimate moments that made it so special. We look forward to looking back on our photos for the rest of our lives!
Maddison and C., 3 years ago
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Jac&Mac Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,700
  • Serves Charlottesville, VA
  • Offer

We’re an award-winning husband and wife photography team providing our services for over 16 years all over Virginia, Maryland, Delaware and Eastern Pennsylvania. Speaking of Ourselves- Macky & I have been Married for 23 years and going strong through all the hardships, challenges, and rewards Life brings to our family. This is why we love doing weddings, not only does it remind us of our day, but also, motivates us to capture your Wedding by providing you Pictures That Speak Louder Than Words.

Jac&Mac Photography was an absolute delight to work with for our wedding. From our very first conversation, their communication was top-notch - they were responsive, attentive, and truly listened to our vision. The quality of their work is exceptional, and the value they provided far exceeded our expectations. On the day of our wedding, they seamlessly captured every special moment, from our wedding party getting ready to the intimate exchanges between my husband and I. Jac&Mac Photography are simply the best people, and we are thrilled with the stunning photos that will allow us to relive our special day for years to come.
Dj l., 2 months ago
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Bellocq Weddings 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,495
  • Serves Charlottesville, VA

Are you frustrated with combing through page after page of the same old cliche'd wedding photos? Looking for something classic and timeless but with a bit of an edge? We got you. I've been creating wedding day memories for over a decade now. New Orleans. Chicago. Minneapolis. The PNW. NYC. We travel all over this country, and even internationally, when the right opportunity presents itself, documenting love stories for our amazing couples. Our goal with each new wedding, is not to be just good or “good enough”--the goal is to be world-class, one of the top wedding photography teams in the world. Each couple helps us accomplish this.

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Bellocq Weddings was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding. They were great to chat with throughout the planning process, and their communication style put us at ease. On the day of, they provided excellent direction on how to pose, and the resulting photos are absolutely stunning. They captured all of the most important moments, as well as many extra shots that really tell the story of our special day. The editing is beautiful and we couldn't be happier with the final album. Bellocq Weddings went above and beyond to ensure our wedding day was perfectly documented, and we highly recommend them to any couple looking for a talented and personable photography team.
Laura G., 11 days ago
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Rise and Roam Photography LLC 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,100
  • Serves Charlottesville, VA

Let's skip the business part and jump in, heads first, into being best friends?! I love connecting with people who are in love and value the essence of relationships, those big and small moments and everything in between. To live in the moment is my motto, allowing myself to be true to my feelings and always see the bright side of every experience. I've been photographing for 3 years and making friends along the way, creating memories that will withstand the test of time with a touch of art. Let's connect and make beautiful memories!?

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Wow! Where to begin? Maria offered not only beautiful photography but also such a personal touch. Each photo taken at our wedding captured the true spirit of the day. She is a wonderful person and so easy to work with, as she can meld into any environment. Our personalities meshed so well together, and we had a blast taking pictures! Amazing for our engagement pics too! I couldn't ask for more :) Thank you so much, Maria!
Jane J Ludwig, 5 months ago
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Rohrback Studios LLC 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Charlottesville, VA

We are here to capture your day authentically and beautifully as you have envisioned it through all of your planning. When the wedding is over and the flowers have wilted photos are the one thing you'll have to look back on to remember the best day of your life. It is important you have someone you fully trust with your memories and you can see as another friend at your wedding. My goals when working with you are to make your day as stress-free as possible, give you an amazing experience & deliver photos that make relive your day just as amazing as it was. Don't settle you deserve all three.

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Tiff is the photographer of any bride’s dreams. from the beginning she was communicative and a guiding light for me when i began my wedding planning. she is so easy and fun to work with. my husband and i never had professional photos together and she made it the best time. i frequently tell friends couples photos with Tiff are the perfect date night. i recommend her to any and all brides beginning their planning journey. she captured so many special days for us including ; engagement photos, courthouse wedding photos and our big wedding day with family. now we have so many beautiful memories to look back on from this special year. she’s the perfect person to have following you around on your wedding day and i can’t recommend her enough !
t. s., a month ago
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Kelly Loss Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Charlottesville, VA

Bring on all the joy, laughter, tears, letting go and holding close. I want to capture these connections, so that you can have photos to hold in your hand and remind you what it felt like the day you were married. You deserve to celebrate without feeling as if you are on a daylong photoshoot — I will help you to really live your wedding day. Let's live your life celebrations and let go of “supposed to do.” If you find yourself craving a wedding day experience that is more enjoying the day and less about all day posing, you are in the right spot.

Hiring Kelly was absolutely one of the best decisions that we made for our wedding and we can’t recommend her highly enough. She spent so much time getting to know us before the wedding, and our photos very clearly reflect her attention to capturing what was important to us. We really wanted to see the joy and breadth of emotions of the day and wanted photos that reflected our wedding as vibrant and loving, and that shines through in every photo!! Kelly is also so personable and brings such a wonderful energy to all parts of the process which made us feel so comfortable and so happy to have her with us! In addition to creating a photography schedule that was invaluable and that we shaped the rest of the schedule around, she made sure to note people’s accessibility needs and to work with us closely on comfort for everyone as we had a lot of access needs. She answered every question we had happily and was just such a wonderful part of our day!! She also did our engagement photos at Great Falls and they turned out just so gorgeous. I had a lot of anxiety about how I would feel about the photos as a plus size bride and Kelly listened to my concerns and made me so comfortable and I’m so so thrilled with the photos and feel gorgeous in all of them, which I'm very grateful for!
Tory C., 5 months ago
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1828 Collective 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Charlottesville, VA

Hi, I'm McKenna! The person behind the camera and a hopeless romantic. I describe my photography style as candid, romantic, and timeless. My goal is to make a human connection with all my clients and deliver images that you'll love forever. I started 1828 Collective in 2016 after I realized that capturing relationships and telling love stories was my passion. Four years later I'm so in love with my job that I often forget I'm working. I find joy in capturing love, hearing about how you met, and everything in between.

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McKenna was the best!! The photography packages offered are robust and fairly priced. We picked McKenna for her vision and authentic/candid photo style. When we met, we knew we had made the right choice. McKenna is such a kind, friendly person who immediately puts you at ease. She was so easy to work with and made my husband and I feel so confident and comfortable during our engagement shoot and throughout the wedding. At the wedding, her assistant Bliss was also INCREDIBLE and highly recommended! McKenna is quick to reply to communication. I am so in love with the photos she has given me so far. I can't wait to see the rest!!
Megan C., a year ago
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Stephanie Jenkins Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $5,500
  • Serves Charlottesville, VA

*Where Adventure meets Luxury* Our team of seasoned pros has over a decade of experience in the wedding and portrait industry, making sure your one- of-a-kind moments are caught with attention to detail, love, and care. We're here to make sure you feel confident and have an amazing time during life's most special events. With our commitment to excellence, you can count on us to capture lives most precious moments in an authentic and heart felt way.

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Stephanie was amazing to work with! As wedding vendors it’s so important to coordinate together to ensure the couple has a seamless day, and she made that task easy. She is professional, experienced, personable, fun, and easy going. The love & passion for what she does is obvious and comes naturally. I would highly recommend her to any of my future brides in need of a photographer, and hope to work with her more in the future.
Mel Workman, 2 years ago
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Spectacular Photographer - A Better DJ and Photographer Nationwide 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $799
  • Serves Charlottesville, VA
  • Offer

We've been in business over 25 years! Don't spend thousands of dollars for your wedding photos! Before you book your photographer visit our site for over a million beautiful photos and thousands of testimonials, then give us a call! Elopements are just $499 and full wedding photo packages start at just $799. We will capture amazing photos in natural color and create a custom online album where you can share all your photos from. You can purchase prints at wholesale prices. Planning help is included in every package! We also provide top level DJ & video services in budget friendly packages! We are available nationwide including your area!

Their staff was prompt, professional, involved! Our pictures are top of the line! The DJ was great got people up dancing in the sweltering weather!
Barbara B., 4 months ago
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Caz Isaiah - Cinemotion 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Charlottesville, VA
  • Offer

I'm Caz Isaiah, a New York City + Los Angeles based wedding photographer, but you can find me in a different city and country every week of the year capturing unforgettable moments in time. I shoot in a cinematic and timeless style making sure to capture raw and candid moments that will make your day look feel a movie. I have over 200,000 followers on social media as well as 10 of millions of image/video views so you can be assured who you’re working with. Let’s create something captivating! Caz Isaiah - Cinemotion Photo

Caz is a once in a generation photographer. I’ve worked with him in many weddings and he goes over and above with every detail in dealing with wedding couples and also his photography. He has a style that will make you feel like you’re in a movie when you look back at them. I 1,000% recommend you book him as your wedding photographer if he’s available!
sheldon , 9 months ago
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Candy Nogales Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves Charlottesville, VA

*PLEASE VISIT MY WEBSITE TO SUBMIT A CONTACT FORM AT WWW.CANDYNOGALES.COM.* MY WEBSITE IS UNDER MY PHOTO ON MY ZOLA PAGE. Hi, I'm Candy! I love capturing all of the raw, beautiful moments as they naturally unfold on your wedding day. Candids are some of my favorite photos! Don't worry; I will most definitely get those posed family photos as well, but for most of the day, I'm there to document it all as it naturally happens. I would love to chat with you more about your wedding plans and how I can be a part of documenting it!

Awarded Best of Zola
I had the pleasure to work with Candy a few months ago, and we had an amazing experience. She is very kind, organized and professional. I'm always nervous about working with other vendors at weddings, but Candy was very friendly and approachable. I absolutely recommend her to other vendors and couples looking for a photographer.
Anesli Rojas, 2 years ago
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Weddings By Lee Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Charlottesville, VA

Hi, I'm Lee. Dreamer, Romantic, Storyteller... Growing up I didn't get it, I can tell you there is more than one photo of me with a bored and anxious look on my face. I can still hear my dad, who has now passed, say "if you don't sit still we will be here all day". As an adult, I now get it. Not being able to talk with my dad everyday or ask for advice, I'm so thankful to have albums full of family photos to hold in my hands. Fast forward to today as a DC wedding photographer, I want this for you. Nothing gives me more pleasure than capturing wedding photos that you and your family will cherish for a lifetime.

Awarded Best of Zola
Lee is a pleasure to work with - always professional, and extremely kind. He takes beautiful photos and we definitely recommend booking with him!
Cyrille, 2 years ago
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Angela Mallett Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,400
  • Serves Charlottesville, VA

Angela is a Destination wedding photographer capturing timeless memories. She loves providing couples with candid images that they can look back on for a lifetime. Her passion is to connect and tell couples’ love stories through the beauty and emotion of the moments captured.

We are absolutely thrilled with the experience we had with Angela Mallett as our wedding photographer! From the very first call to the final delivery of our photos, Angela demonstrated an extraordinary level of professionalism and creativity. We love Angela’s journalistic style and ability to capture both the big moments and the small, intimate details. Each photo is a beautiful work of art that tells the story of our day with such elegance and emotion. Not only is Angela incredibly talented, but she is also a joy to work with. When we met her it felt like we had known her for years! Her friendly attitude helped us feel relaxed and natural in front of the camera, which truly made a difference in the quality of the photos. She went above and beyond to make sure every shot was perfect, and her attention to detail was evident in every frame. The photos exceeded our expectations and will be cherished for a lifetime. We cannot recommend Angela Mallett highly enough to anyone looking for a photographer who brings both skill and heart to their work. Thank you, Angela, for capturing our special day so beautifully!
Mr & M., 2 months ago
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Willow + Rove Creative 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,900
  • Serves Charlottesville, VA

At Willow + Rove Creative, based in Knoxville, Tennessee, we specialize in light and airy, documentary-style wedding photography that beautifully tells your love story. With a passion for capturing genuine moments, we create timeless images that reflect each couple’s unique essence. Whether it’s an intimate ceremony or a grand celebration, we ensure your personality shines through. We love to travel to stunning locations, including the Smoky Mountains, to craft unforgettable memories. Let us capture the joy of your special day in a way that feels authentic and true to you.

We worked with Ashlyn for our wedding vow renewal and she was able to capture every idea that came to my head! She was all in and awesome to work with! Very easy going and easy to communicate with also! So happy we went with Willow & Rove to capture something so special to us!
Susy H., 5 months ago
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Rob Jinks Photography 

5.0

  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,600
  • Serves Charlottesville, VA

For me, photography all started with the outdoors. As someone who loves to bike, hike, kayak, and backpack, photos were a way to capture the vistas and memories I was creating. Photography snowballed into sports, journalism, concerts, products, events, portraits, finally landing on weddings. Weddings became what I loved most due to their fast pace nature, creative freedom, and the opportunity to document real, life-long memories. Every couple and every family has a unique, incredible story. It’s a blessing to be able to document these life-changing events that people can look back on forever.

We hired Rob for our wedding in Aug 2019 in Norfolk, VA. Having worked with Rob before when I used to photograph weddings, I knew he had a creative eye, captured moments of true emotion very stealthily, and processed his photos in a more natural look rather than relying on heavy filters or overly exposed light. His style was exactly what we wanted. He was easy to work with throughout the whole process and really took the time to learn more about me and my husband. I love the portraits from both our engagement session and wedding. We received so many compliments from family and friends about Rob’s amazing work. We highly recommend Rob as a photographer!!!
Glenn and R., 4 years ago

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About wedding photographers in Charlottesville, VA

How much does a wedding photographer typically cost in Charlottesville, VA?

A Charlottesville, VA wedding photographer ranges from $250 to $10,000 and averages at $3,000. The cost reflects the number of hours included, if there is a second photographer, any prints or albums, and, most importantly, the experience of the photographer. But every snapshot they take is a priceless memory of your big day — way better than your bestie's blurry smartphone pics, right?

Do most photographers include a second photographer?

94% of photographers in Charlottesville, VA offer a second photographer, although it typically depends on the package you book! Second photographers are helpful because one person can’t be everywhere at once, and the second photographer ensures all the details are covered.

Which are the most popular photographers in Charlottesville, VA?

Some of the most popular photographers in this area include Darby Doll Photography LLC, Imagesxpert Media and Ashley Cynthia Photography.

What else should I keep in mind when booking a wedding photographer?

Are you interested in an engagement shoot as a test run? Drone photography? Wedding albums? All helpful things to ask about when you’re considering which wedding photographer to book!

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