The Best Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in Charlotte, NC

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335 Wedding Photographers in Charlotte, NC

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Eivan's Photo & Video 
Rating: 4.9 (328 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,149
  • Serves Charlotte, NC

We offer a personalized experience backed up by more than 33+ years in business delivering high quality, creative photography and video on time and within your wedding budget. We are experts in photojournalism, offering couples an unmatched level of value for their wedding photography and video services.

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Eivans was great. They were very professional, affordable and on top of everything we asked. We had the upmost pleasure working with Raquel on our Wedding Day. She was AWESOME! She was there with us the whole day and seemed like a family member was taking your photos. She was very polite, professional and had a keen eye for great shots. We couldn’t have had a better experience and better time with Raquel. We were able to see some previews from her and now we’re dying to see the final result. She did such an amazing job. Thank you again Eivans Photo and especially Thank you to Raquel.
Michael D., 3 months ago
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MTD Photo Co. 
Rating: 5.0 (16 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Charlotte, NC
  • Offer

Hi, my name is Maria Davis! I am a documentary style photographer capturing love stories on both film and digital. I am a homegrown and local Winston-Salem, NC girl with a second location in Boston, MA. You can usually find me along the upper east coast, but I happily offer my services within the USA with $0 travel feels. If you are interested in working together, please visit my website to see a little more about me, my work, and how I can help you make your wedding day visions real.

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Maria is INCREDIBLE, and we are so glad we chose her for our wedding photos. 1. She is super professional and prompt, but is also just a really cool person who did SO MUCH to calm our nerves leading up to the wedding. 2. Her photos are gorgeous. She has such good attention to detail, lighting, editing, and you can really really tell in the finished product. 3. She just takes photos of you whenever she is around, and got tons of great candids. 4. We had gorgeous sneak peeks within like 48 hours of the wedding - it was truly insane turnaround but was amazing for us to get hype and very quickly see high-quality photos of the day. 5. The system she uses to deliver your photos is great - we got a lot of compliments on it from our friends and family! 6. She goes above and beyond to make sure you get what you need - we filled out a survey a few weeks out listing our priorities, existing schedule, who needed to be in family photos, etc, and she sent back a really nice photo schedule document. It was fantastic to front-load this work and get it out of the way, and it made the day go so smoothly! 7. Overall she just really incredibly & beautifully captured the joy of the day - the personalities of my partner and I, our friends and family, the vibe of the venue and the party, and the sweetness of the sweet moments. We got tons of photos we will cherish forever and are so so thankful she was the one to capture the day!
Rachel M., 5 months ago
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Editorial Wedding Photographer - Sarah Coates 
Rating: 5.0 (30 reviews)
Charlotte, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,500
  • Offer

I’m based in Charlotte, NC, but always ready for an adventure. My goal is to make sure you feel comfortable and relaxed in front of the camera, so your true personality shines through. Whether it’s a cozy hometown celebration or an epic destination elopement, I’m here to make sure your photos feel as natural and magical as the day itself. Let’s make some unforgettable memories together!

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Sarah Coates Photos was a wonderful choice for our wedding photographer. They were quick and responsive in their communication, which put us at ease throughout the planning process. The quality of their work was warm and beautiful, perfectly capturing the joy and intimacy of our special day. They went above and beyond, even following us to the afterparty and continuing to take photos long after the contracted time had ended. We are thrilled with the stunning images that will allow us to relive our wedding day for years to come.
Chelsea B., 2 years ago
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Kylie Hinson Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (20 reviews)
Charlotte, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,900

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., 2 years ago
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1828 Collective 
Rating: 5.0 (12 reviews)
Charlotte, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,000

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.

Awarded Best of Zola
We were recently married in June and had McKenna as our photographer and absolutely LOVED her work!! First off, communication was so easy throughout the whole process. She was so sweet and accommodating to everything. We did our engagement photos with her and she drove all the way from Charlotte to Duke! Leading up to the wedding, we had a few phone calls to plan logistics and she was so organized it make the whole process so easy! On the wedding day I didn’t have to worry about anything photo related. She made sure to capture every moment we wanted without putting any added stress on us. If you’re looking for a photographer who also hypes you up to make the process more fun, look no further! Can’t recommend her enough!
Jenny G., 10 months ago
Alchemist Weddings 
Rating: 5.0 (12 reviews)
Charlotte, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,900

Welcome! Nice to connect, I'm Lee, a Charlotte wedding photographer documenting destination weddings, elopements, and intimate weddings that are driven by a deep sense of nostalgia and feeling. My style is natural & organic; the kind of images that connect you back to moments, people and places. I like to shoot a wedding as if I was one of your guests; raw, sincere, from the inside out. I look forward to getting to know you too!

Awarded Best of Zola
Our wedding photos turned out so great! I originally picked Lee because I loved his style of photos that I saw on his socials and portfolio. He has a moody style and focuses on catching moments instead of just asking a couple to pose and smile at the camera. That is exactly what he did on our wedding day. We have amazing photos from laughs, singing, and dancing. Nothing felt forced and he truly captured the best moments of our special day. His photos speak for themselves and his talent.
Kelly G., 2 years ago
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Levar Hage Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (10 reviews)
Charlotte, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Offer

Levar Hage Photography offers a calm, personal experience built on over 10 years in business and more than 500 weddings photographed and filmed. I focus on real moments and natural storytelling so couples can stay present and enjoy their day. My approach blends documentary coverage with gentle guidance, never forced or rushed. The goal is imagery that still feels honest and meaningful years later.

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Levar Hage Photography was an absolute pleasure to work with for our wedding. From the very first call, Levar and his team were awesome communicators, true listeners, and incredibly detailed in understanding our vision. Their work was nothing short of amazing - the photos they captured were colorful, creative, and showed the smallest yet most meaningful moments of our special day. Levar provided fantastic direction and ideas throughout the process, helping us feel at ease and ensuring we got all the shots we wanted. We couldn't be happier with the final product and the incredible value Levar Hage Photography provided. We highly recommend them to any couple looking for an exceptional wedding photography experience.
Brittney W., 2 years ago
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Snook Photo + Co. 
Rating: 5.0 (10 reviews)
Charlotte, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500

Hello! My wife, Erika and I are a husband + wife photo duo team and we’re here to serve YOU! I first started my business back in 2020 after wanting to be a photographer for quite some time- so it feels great living out my dream!! Just this year I brought my wife on board and now we’re here to work together with you to bring your vision to life! A little bit about us- we got married on 5/26/18 in CA and 2 days later we packed her tiny car and hit the road cross country to NC. Fast forward to present day, we have 3 beautiful boys, she’s in the corporate world during the week, and I’m a stay at home dad while doing photography full time!!

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We just got our engagement photos back and we are absolutely obsessed! Adam made us feel so comfortable and natural the entire time, and it really shows in the pictures. He captured our personalities and relationship perfectly—nothing felt overly posed, and the whole session felt fun and easy. We can’t wait to have him photograph our wedding day. If you’re looking for someone who’s professional, creative, and genuinely cares about your experience, we couldn’t recommend them more!
Savannah, a year ago
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Photographs by Joanna A 
Rating: 5.0 (9 reviews)
Charlotte, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500

Hey there- I'm Joanna, but feel free to call me Jo! My world has always been filled with photography- through all the years and different cameras, it's always been my biggest passion and love. I am a travel enthusiast and I will always be down to hike up a mountain or explore a new city. My favorite meals are anything that include coffee or sushi and I am a firm believer that there is no such thing as "too much chocolate." Most importantly, I am a lover of all love and will never get tired of documenting it.

Awarded Best of Zola
Jo was absolutely amazing for both our engagement shots and the wedding. Her personality is infectious and she provides a great balance of hype-person and quiet observer based on what the moment needs. The photos came out amazing— a true depiction of our relationship without ever looking staged or unnatural. She seriously rocks.
Tyler, 2 years ago
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Wedding Photos by Kalina 
Rating: 5.0 (8 reviews)
Charlotte, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,350

Hi! I'm Kalina, and I'm so excited you're here. I specialize in creating a relaxed and fun photography experience so you can be completely yourselves but know that I will guide your day all through the day. My goal is to capture the real, unscripted moments with a mix of posed editorial photos—the happy tears during your vows, the loving glance, the wild dance moves. I'll be there to document your unique love story in a way that feels true to you, leaving you with memories that you can look at for years to come. I look forward to being part of your love story.

Awarded Best of Zola
I had such a wonderful experience with Wedding Photos by Kalina. She was so friendly, had excellent communication skills and her photos were so creative. She did a wonderful job of capturing the wedding day and I would highly suggest you hire her right away.
Rachel C., 8 months ago
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Erika El Photography LLC 
Rating: 5.0 (6 reviews)
Charlotte, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,300

Erika of Erika El Photography is an adventurous elopement and intimate wedding photographer based in North Carolina and Colorado. Here to help you minimize stress and soak in every ounce of your day.

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Erika has such a fun-loving and sweet personality, that it would have been hard *not* to turn into friends! I've been lucky enough to see Erika's work first-hand as both a bride AND as a photographer who's worked with her! For my own wedding - even despite flying from out of state for our event, Erika was fresh-faced and good-humored, and did an excellent job at making us feel seen, loved, and at home in front of the camera. Since the wedding, she's also done a few portrait sessions for me and my husband (including a destination session for our 5 year anniversary)! As a photographer - I've both worked for Erika, and have hired her to work with me. She literally did such an amazing job at my own wedding that I now seek out her assistance whenever I need another photographer to come along on a destination wedding. TLDR; trust a photographer that other photographers hire. :)
Adrian, 2 years ago
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C G Productions 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
Charlotte, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,700

I’m Christian and have been a photographer for close to a decade. I love to look back at old pictures with my family and friends or even just talking about memories that we’ve experienced together and get to relive that. This love I have translates into my photography. I’m all about the authentic moments that we experience and we get to relive. My photography revolves around capturing the smallest moments that mean the world to us!

Awarded Best of Zola
From our first conversation with C G Productions, we knew we had found our photographer. The team was responsive and kept us informed every step of the way, making the planning process stress-free. On our wedding day, they showed up on time and worked with incredible focus and organization—everything flowed smoothly from start to finish. The photos are flawless and truly capture the beauty of our day in a way that feels professional yet intimate. We absolutely love our pictures and have already recommended C G Productions to several friends. If you're looking for a photographer who takes real pride in their work, this is the team to hire.
Michele J., 14 days ago
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Erica Hasenjager Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
Charlotte, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,900

Hey! My name is Erica and I'm a Charlotte based photographer. I started my business in Syracuse NY and now currently photograph in both areas. I've been in the wedding industry since 2006 and how photographed more weddings than I can count.

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Amazing work! Erica is such a fun, comfortable person, which helps the subjects to relax and have fun. It shows in her photos! She has loads of experience and knows exactly the perfect angles and positions for beautiful and flattering shots. She was also very patient and accommodating of our boisterous family and was able to capture everyone looking their best, which was really a miracle! I'm so glad we hired Erica! She did both our engagement and wedding / ceremony and will be doing our future portraits and family photos as well! Thanks again
Mikayla W., 4 years ago
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Harry McLaughlin Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
Charlotte, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,500

Based in Charlotte, NC, we work across the Carolinas and beyond for couples who are intentional about who they let behind the lens. Our approach is documentary first, with an editorial eye that keeps things grounded and specific to you.

From the moment we first reached out to Harry McLaughlin Photography, we were impressed by his professional yet kind communication style. His stunning, beautiful, and authentic photography style captured the joy and laughter of our special day perfectly. Harry and his team put us at ease, allowing us to be our authentic selves in front of the camera. We are so grateful to Harry McLaughlin Photography for his incredible work in documenting our wedding day.
Dhara L., 2 years ago
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Carolina Vows 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
Charlotte, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $1,600

We value human connection over a polished production, serving as witnesses to your wedding throughout North and South Carolina rather than directors of it. We focus on the unscripted romance of the day to deliver cinematic imagery that is timeless and elegant.

I really appreciated how responsive they were leading up to the wedding. Every question I had was answered quickly, which helped a lot during planning. On the wedding day, they were calm, professional, and somehow everywhere at once. Looking through our photos, I was surprised by how many little moments they caught.
Larry H., a month ago
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Jonathan Bryant Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (3 reviews)
Charlotte, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,350

We are a photography team from Charlotte NC that is focused on you and your experience. We would love to have the chance to serve you in any way possible, from an intimate elopement to a full Wedding and Engagement Package.

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We cannot say enough wonderful things about Jonathan. We found Jonathan through a friend, and he shot both our engagement photos and our wedding! Throughout the entire process, Jonathan wasn't just our photographer -- we really felt like he has become a dear friend to us. When we wanted to film our ceremony at the last minute due to family who weren't able to travel, Jonathan and Candice said, "No problem!" and filmed our ceremony, and got us the video within a week of the wedding, too, so our grandmas can watch. We will always treasure that he did that for us. Jonathan is incredibly talented and takes beautiful candid photos as well as the perfect posed photos we needed with our family. He is incredibly prompt in responding to questions, and delivers photos at an incredible speed too! We were able to view so many wonderful photos just 2 days after our wedding, and it's just the previews! And hey, if you are throwing a PARTY, Jonathan's dance floor photos cannot be beat. TL;DR: He is a gift to wedding photographers everywhere, we love Jonathan.
Paige H., 2 years ago
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MoreUnique Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
Charlotte, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500

Hi! I’m Mo, a wedding photographer passionate about making your big day unforgettable. With 15+ years of experience, I focus on capturing real moments, beautiful details, and the vibe that makes your love story yours. I believe your wedding should feel like you, and I’m here to help make that happen—seamlessly, joyfully, and stress-free. Let’s create something magical together!

Monique is an amazing photographer! She was able to capture the most beautiful moments between my fiancé and I. We both felt super comfortable with her and we had so much fun during our shoot! Her professionalism definitely shows in her work, you will not be disappointed! I’m so excited to have her as our wedding photographer as well. Thank you Monique!
Aide, 2 years ago
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Yazmin Jade Collective 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
Charlotte, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,500

Pretty much a professional sucker for love. Charlotte, NC Wedding Photographer & Content Creator. Mix of digital and film. My style is evocative, photojournalistic, a dash of editorial. I'm here as your wedding bestie to tell your story photographically, in the most authentic way, with a pinch of curated chaos.

Where do I even begin. Yazmin basically kept my entire sanity during my wedding. She must be a wizard or something because it was a LOT. My husband couldn’t stop talking highly of her and he’s never one to even pay attention - haha!! She not only handled everything with professionalism and grace the entire time, she kept everyone in my family from being overwhelmed and confused as weddings tend to do to people! THE PHOTOS - OMG. I’m NOT one for photos, I hate being behind the camera. (I know everyone says this but seriously, we are so awkward!) She managed to create magic with the little we gave her and for the first time I felt completely comfortable being in photos. I could truly trust her with my vision. We received our sneak peaks the night of the wedding!!! And they were so much more than I could’ve dreamed or hoped for. She knew what she was doing, created the perfect timeline and even with over half of my guests arriving 25 minutes late, she got everything I could have wanted! I will always HIGHLY recommend Yazmin Jade Collective to ANY bride or groom in search. Still in awe. Counting the days until we are able to see the rest of the magic she put into our wedding.
Taylor Pressley, 2 years ago
Stephanie Bailey Photography LLC 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
Charlotte, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $2,500

I’m a dreamer and I want to help you create the wedding of your dreams! You will feel confident and at peace knowing all the candid and real moments will be captured to tell your love story. I am here to serve you and create memorable imagery that you can hold onto until the end of time. Your only job on your wedding day is to refocus your heart and mind on the here and now.

From the moment we first reached out to Stephanie, we were impressed by her helpful and timely communication. She took the time to understand our vision and provide guidance throughout the planning process. On the day of our wedding, Stephanie captured every special moment with an amazing and beautiful attention to detail. The final photos are stunning and we are thrilled with the value she provided. We highly recommend Stephanie to any couple looking for a talented and professional wedding photographer.
Brittany R., 2 years ago
Caliyah Hart Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
Charlotte, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,000

Hi! I'm Caliyah! I'm your super energetic gal pal behind the camera! I am a wedding and lifestyle photographer based in the Charlotte, NC area. I specialize in capturing the love and raw emotion between two people who are totally and completely into each other.

The only word I could think to describe Caliyah is perfect. She listened to what we wanted, we had a vision, and we worked together to make it happen. Her photos are not the kind that seem overly edited, they genuinely capture the raw emotions of your wedding day. Which I appreciated in the moment but will definitely appreciate in the years to come looking back on our pictures. She gives a clear timeline for how long we should expect to get pictures back and she has been correct and timely every single time. She is personable, easy to talk to, and overall just a good person in general. She rocked and I cannot recommend her enough!
Ashlyn S., 2 years ago
Amy Galimore Photography LLC 
Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
Charlotte, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $800

I started my studies into photography and other events such as lifestyle, weddings, & product photography in 2012. I had such a love for the wedding industry that I knew I wanted to capture moments and emotions that a wedding day Intels. I now living in Charlotte, North Carolina & I travel all over the Carolinas, Virginia, MD and DC area. I have lived and obtained many lifelong clients in Ca, Va, and DC. I’ve met hundreds of magnificent couples & Photography lets me create a lasting memories with my sister amber ( second shooter) and allows me to give back & do for others. Photographed Memories big or small will always be cherished.

Amy was very personable and made us feel very comfortable . She blended in and didn’t have the camera in our face the whole time . She makes you feel like it’s just the two of you and catches very natural images . She was fast on her responses and getting our gallery to us .
Renee, 2 years ago
Alexander South NC 
Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
Charlotte, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,995

Hello! We are so glad you are passing through to get to know us. We are an adventurous photographer duo living in Charlotte, North Carolina. We started out with mostly urban and landscape photography, and we most recently discovered our passion of capturing the emotions of two people in love. After shooting our first engagement session and wedding, we were hooked! Our photography sessions strive to provide more than just awesome images. Our goal is to give you a fun and comfortable experience, all while capturing the real moments that tell YOUR story.

My husband and I hired Alex and Mallory of Alexander South to shoot our wedding and it was amazing! They had their own timeline and worked with the other vendors on the day of to keep everything moving on time and smoothly. They were so patient! They let us all do our thing and they captured the day. They have a great eye for getting the shot you want and the one you didn’t know you wanted!
Meagan R., 3 years ago
All Bliss Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
Charlotte, NC
  • Photojournalistic style

I'm Marylou, a lifelong artist and PA native. I've been shooting weddings both domestic and abroad for over 10 years and love an adventure (heck yeah i am available for your Bali wedding, let’s go!) I feel incredibly lucky to have made art into a career and cherish every second of capturing the love I see at weddings.

We are so happy to have found Marylou to be our wedding photographer. She is truly an artist. My husband and I were nervous about feeling awkward during wedding photos, but Marylou put us at ease and was so unintrusive while taking candid shots! It was a pleasure meeting her and working with her, and our pictures turned out to be more stunning than we could ever have hoped! They capture our wedding day and all of the emotions beautifully. Many people have commented on how particularly beautiful they are. We highly recommend Marylou/All Bliss!
Caroline D., 2 years ago
Elizabeth Sellers Photo 
Rating: 5.0 (1 review)
Charlotte, NC
  • Photojournalistic style

Destination Wedding Photographer capturing heartfelt moments & stylish celebrations. Charlotte NC Based, serving clients coast to coast. Artful & unrehearsed. --------------------------------------------

Booking Elizabeth was the easiest decision on my wedding planning journey! Working with her was everything and more I could've asked for. She made me and my husband feel comfortable in front of the camera, and is so kind and easy to work with. On top of that, she delivered some of the most stunning photos I have ever seen. I could not have imagined anyone else being our wedding photographer!
Hannah M., 2 years ago