The Best Photojournalistic Wedding Photographers in Charlotte, NC

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333 Wedding Photographers in Charlotte, NC

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MTD Photo Co. 
Rating: 5.0 (15 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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We could not be happier with our experience with Maria from MTD Photo Co. She photographed our entire wedding weekend, including our welcome party and the full wedding day, and truly exceeded every expectation. Maria was professional, warm, and so easy to work with from start to finish. We were blown away by how quickly everything was delivered — we received a sneak peek gallery within a week of the wedding and our full gallery just one month later. Every single photo is absolutely beautiful, and we are genuinely in awe of her work. She captured the emotions, the details, and all the special moments so perfectly. Her second photographer, Jackson, was equally wonderful — incredibly helpful, friendly, and professional throughout the entire weekend. Together, they made us feel comfortable and confident, and it truly shows in the photos. We are so grateful to have these memories so beautifully documented and cannot recommend Maria and MTD Photo Co. highly enough.
Annie and P., 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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Working with Sarah Coates was a wonderful experience. Sarah's communication style was professional, clear, collaborative, efficient, and informative throughout the entire process. Her skilled, experienced, detailed, and talented approach resulted in visually appealing, upscale photos that we will cherish forever. Sarah provided clear posing instructions and ensured we captured all the key moments. She was kind-hearted, soft-spoken, and extremely intelligent, which put us at ease on our special day. We are so grateful to have had Sarah capture our wedding in such a beautiful way.
Hannah G., a year 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.

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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., 9 months ago
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Alchemist Weddings 
Rating: 5.0 (12 reviews)
Charlotte, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $3,600

Based in Charlotte, NC, Alchemist Weddings is documentary wedding photographer owned by Lee Everette. Lee specializes in natural, storytelling photography that perfectly captures the essence of your special day. His cinematic style is beautiful and detail-oriented, ensuring a collection of images that couples will cherish for many years. Alchemist Weddings blends a journalistic approach with the creative use of light and color. Lee uses his eye for composition to arrange photographs to produce something artistic and imaginative. His passion is evident in the care and intimate way he documents the wedding day.

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Lee was so amazing! He’s such a nice guy and a great photographer. We had so much fun shooting with him for our engagement photos! He was so easy to communicate with and had a quick turnaround time for our picture edits. Our pictures came out so amazing, and we got so many different shots! I would highly recommend Lee if you’re looking for engagement photos!
Georgina S., 25 days 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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When our original photographer fell through, Levar Hage stepped in without hesitation and we couldn't have been more grateful. From our first conversation, he made himself available and easy to reach whenever we had questions or concerns. On our wedding day, Levar knew exactly how to position us for each shot and had an eye for those candid moments that show what the day was really about. He was patient with us and our guests, taking his time to get the details right. The photos turned out beautifully and captured everything we hoped for. We can't thank him enough for saving the day and giving us memories we'll treasure forever.
Daniel K., a month 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!!

Awarded Best of Zola
From the moment we first spoke with Snook Photo Co., we knew they were the perfect fit to work with us. Adams down-to-earth and fun communication style will immediately put you at ease. His understanding of what was important to us shone through in every interaction. On the day, they captured all the vibes - from the details of our dresses to the emotional moments that come with elopements/wedding days. The final photos were truly professional quality, and we couldn't be happier with the value they provided. We would highly recommend Snook Photo Co. to any couple looking for photographers who will ABSOLUTELY beautifully document their special day.
Aly, 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.

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My husband and I decided to elope to NYC from Scotland in 2022. Jo linked us to her Instagram profile following a post on a Facebook group and we instantly fell in love with her whole vibe. Her work stunning. We set up a video call to discuss what we wanted from the photos from our special day - Jo just got it and got us almost instantly. She knew NYC and where to get our pictures done but also allowed us to collaborate and explore on the day. Jo is passionate about her profession and passionate about giving you the best possible experience, flowing with love and positivity throughout. It’s super relaxed and fun. I wish she lived closer - she would absolutely be our go to for all our big life events! We wish we had been able to get Jo to do some of her film shots as well as they are absolutely STUNNING! She was able to get our sneak peak pictures to us quickly and wanted to absolutely nail it for the rest of the gallery and boy did she nail it. We genuinely could not imagine our wedding day without her capturing it for us 3
Anne and P., 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.

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Kalina is absolutely amazing! She captured my surprise engagement photos, and they turned out incredible, better than I could have imagined. She was so professional, easy to work with, and made the whole experience feel comfortable and fun. I highly recommend her to anyone seeking a talented photographer who knows how to capture special moments.
Danielle, 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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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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I have worked dozens of events with Erica and staff and can't say enough good things. She is easy to work with, professional and always communicates at the event. She is always ready and aware of her surroundings to catch candid moments which in my opinion are the best photos. If you are looking for an amazing experience and having your most memorable moments captured flawlessly, you can't go wrong with Erica.
Rocko Dorsey, 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 started planning our wedding, Harry McLaughlin Photography LLC stood out for how responsive and kind the team was to every question we threw their way. Harry's confidence in his craft was clear from our first conversation, and that confidence carried through to our wedding day when he kept us calm and made the whole photography process feel natural and easy. We'll never forget when my husband nearly passed out after our ceremony—Harry didn't hesitate to drive and get him pedialyte so we could enjoy the rest of our day feeling our best. His creative approach and fun energy made what could have been nerve-wracking feel effortless, and the photos he captured tell the story of our day in a way that's truly special. Harry thinks about the bigger picture of your wedding experience, not just getting shots, and that dedication shows in every frame. Any couple would be lucky to work with Harry and his team—he's a true expert at what he does.
Jordan F., 2 months ago
Party Of Two Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (4 reviews)
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Serves Charlotte, NC

We're a husband and wife photography team with over 15 years of combined experience behind the camera. We’ve invested countless hours in continual education making sure that we can provide the best experience, the best photos, and the best memories for our couples.

We almost booked another photographer but came across Party of Two and am SO HAPPY we booked Jess & Kim. They are an amazing team and they have this ability to think outside the box to get really unique and beautiful images. They are also so much fun! As a portrait photographer myself, photography was one of the most important aspects of our wedding. They are worth every penny (and more). BOOK THEM. You won't regret it!
Tate and R., 6 years ago
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C G Productions 
Rating: 5.0 (3 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!

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C G Productions was an exceptional choice for our wedding photography. Their communication style was effective, prompting efficient planning and organization throughout the process. The quality of their work and overall value was outstanding - they were dedicated, dependable, and consistently delivered stunning, high-quality images that beautifully captured the special moments of our day. We were so impressed that we even hired them the night before the wedding to ensure they were there to capture every detail, and they exceeded our expectations by perfectly preserving all the memories we'll cherish forever.
Serena G., 2 years 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., a year 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.

Yazmin was quite possibly the best part of my wedding day, besides getting married of course. Communication beforehand felt like I was talking to a friend, meeting her was like being around someone I’ve known for years, and having her take photographs throughout our elopement was so much fun. She saw my vision for what I wanted out of our elopement pictures and made them even better than I could have imagined. She is worth every penny AND MORE. I will 100% recommend Yaz to anyone and everyone and will use her in the future. I actually already added on a session for our post elopement party if that tells you how amazing she is!
Karissa & N., 2 years ago
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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
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Anorda Photography 
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)
Charlotte, NC
  • Photojournalistic style
  • Starts at $4,500

We're Sam and Nick — a husband and wife photography and videography team based in Charlotte, serving all of the Carolinas and beyond. We built this business around one belief: your wedding day was made to be lived. The photographs are just proof that you did.

Hiring Sam (Anorda Photography) to be our photographer for our wedding was the single best decision we made. Her style is authentic, genuine, and true to what we actually experienced on our wedding day. She is able to find the best moments without knowing she is even photographing. Her work and style is incredible. She made me feel comfortable the entire day and kept timelines in order. She honored all our crazy family photo requests and was able to handle the crowd. We loved working with Sam and highly recommend anyone to hire her for your photography needs!!
Gabrielle B., 3 years ago
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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
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
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