If you're planning a wedding in Calgary, Canmore, Banff, or anywhere in the shadow of the Rockies, you already know the setting is half the magic. The other half? Finding a photographer who can do it justice. Calgary's wedding photography scene is one of Canada's most dynamic — a community of artists who are equally at home documenting an intimate ranch ceremony on the foothills and an alpine elopement at sunrise. Whether your wedding is rooted in the city or set against the peaks of Banff National Park, these are the photographers you should have on your radar in 2026.
Each of the photographers below is an active member of Canadian Wedding Photographers and serves couples in Calgary, Canmore, Banff, and surrounding communities across southern Alberta.
Calgary + Area Wedding Photographers to Follow (2026)
@careynash — Carey Nash
Carey Nash is a Banff-based wedding photographer with nearly two decades of experience and a portfolio that spans the globe. Having traveled to over 80 countries, Carey blends fine art composition with documentary storytelling — focusing on candid emotion and subtle details that tell each couple's unique love story against one of the world's most spectacular backdrops.
@tkshotz — Todd Kwiczak
Since 2007, Todd Kwiczak has built Tkshotz Photography into one of Calgary's most trusted wedding photography and videography teams. A self-taught photographer with roots in wildlife photography, Todd brings a sharp instinct for timing and a deep respect for unscripted moments — serving couples across Calgary, Canmore, and Banff.
@lenajenisephotography — Lena Farrow
Lena Jenise is an Alberta elopement photographer with a deep love for mountain adventure and storytelling, specializing in sunrise and sunset elopements across the Canadian Rockies. From helicopter rides and backcountry hikes to lakeside campfires and cabin escapes, Lena's quiet, gentle approach puts couples at ease and allows genuine moments to shine.
@ashley_daphne — Ashley Daphne
Ashley and Jeff Williams are a seasoned husband-and-wife team based in Calgary with over a decade of experience capturing weddings across the Rockies and beyond. Known for their colourful, timeless imagery and thoughtful storytelling, they bring artistry, authenticity, and warmth to every celebration they photograph.
@filmandforest — Film and Forest
Based in the heart of Canmore, Film and Forest blends cinematic artistry with the raw beauty of the Canadian Rockies. Recognized among the Top 30 Canadian Wedding Photographers of 2024, their work is deeply rooted in nature, adventure, and authenticity — capturing couples in sweeping alpine landscapes and intimate woodland moments alike.
@emilywalcot.photo — Emily Walcot
Emily Walcot is a Calgary-based wedding photographer who thrives on authenticity and connection, with a background in graphic design that brings a rich artistic sensibility to her work. She's known for making couples feel truly seen, capturing organic and meaningful moments with warmth and intention across Alberta and the Rocky Mountains.
@rayphotographyanddesign — Ralaina Virostek
Ralaina of RAY | Photography + Design brings a fine arts and graphic design background to her Calgary wedding photography, giving her work a distinctive depth and intentionality. Her images are defined by intimacy and emotional honesty — each frame rich in detail, yet effortless in its authenticity. From weddings to destination shoots around the world, she brings a calm, observant presence and a genuine love for storytelling.
@meaghan.baxter.photo — Meaghan Baxter
Meaghan Baxter is a Calgary wedding photographer with over a decade of experience and a journalism background that gives her storytelling a sharp, observational edge. Known for her calming presence on a wedding day, she specializes in candid, authentic moments while offering gentle guidance to help couples feel natural in front of the camera. Her editing style is timeless and true-to-life.
@miltonphoto — Justine Milton
Justine Milton is a fine art wedding photographer with deep roots in photojournalism and film, trained at the University of Alberta in analog photography and design. Raised globally — from Saudi Arabia to Dubai — she brings a distinctive worldview to her work, blending the elegance of fine art with the timing and intuition of a documentarian. Her galleries are full of unposed, emotional moments that feel timeless.
@tesslucasphoto — Tess Lucas
Tess Lucas is a Calgary-based wedding and destination photographer with over 15 years of experience and a refined, true-to-colour style rooted in heartfelt storytelling. A former EMS professional, Tess brings both a calm presence and a keen eye for life's most fleeting emotional moments — from the mountains of Banff to destinations like Italy and Dubai.
@chelseabroda_photography — Chelsea Broda
Chelsea Broda is a Calgary wedding photographer for couples who want their day to feel as fun as it is meaningful. Known for her natural, unposed approach, Chelsea captures the joy, laughter, and emotional connections that define a wedding day — no stiff poses, just genuine memories that feel true to who you are.
@mckenziebrayley_photography — Mckenzie Brayley
Mckenzie Brayley is a Calgary wedding photographer known for her vibrant, bold, joy-filled imagery that masterfully blends editorial-style portraits with authentic storytelling. She's all about creating an experience — not just delivering photos — bringing warmth, laughter, and deep care to every couple she photographs.
@maiasokolic_photography — Maia Sokolic
Originally from Europe, Maia Sokolic is an internationally recognized Calgary wedding photographer with over 18 years of experience and a background in art, architecture, and design. Her work is known for its dreamlike quality and intentional storytelling — crafted to preserve not just what you see, but what you feel. More than photographs, Maia creates timeless works of art.
@carolynbudreskiphotographyinc — Carolyn Budreski
With international certification from WPPI and the New York Institute of Photography, Carolyn has photographed over 700 weddings since 2007 — and her career has taken her from full-time Calgary wedding photographer to working on productions like The Last of Us and Fargo. That eye for cinematic storytelling shines through in every wedding gallery she creates.
@roseandrangephoto — Caitlin Unrau
Caitlin Unrau is the heart behind Rose & Range Photography — a Calgary-based studio specializing in wedding photography with a warm, storytelling approach that feels authentically personal. Known for her ability to put people at ease in front of the camera, she has built a reputation for capturing real, joyful moments with intention and care.
@perphotocanada — Perry Thompson
Perry Thompson is a seasoned Calgary wedding photographer with a career spanning nearly four decades and over 1,000 weddings photographed around the world. Inspired by the early pioneers of candid wedding photojournalism, Perry helped bring a narrative-driven approach to Canadian wedding photography — and his instincts for the decisive moment remain unmatched.
@laurenhollambyphoto — Lauren Hollamby
Originally from the UK, Lauren Hollamby is a Canmore-based photographer who specializes in elopements and weddings throughout Banff, Alberta, and British Columbia. Her work blends epic alpine landscapes with deeply personal moments — whether she's hiking up a mountain before sunrise or making a nervous couple laugh before their first look.
@twomannstudios — Erika & Lanny Mann
The internationally acclaimed Two Mann Studios, based in Canmore, Alberta. Known for their raw honesty and fearless creativity.
@lovestruck_portraits — Chelsea Page
Chelsea of Lovestruck Portraits is an award-winning wedding photographer based near Calgary with over 18 years of experience capturing love across Western Canada. Her signature style blends timeless elegance with genuine emotion — and her joyful, calming energy means couples often form lifelong connections with her long after the wedding day.
@gabemcclintock — Gabe McClintock
Gabe McClintock is a Calgary-based wedding photographer with over 15 years of experience and a cinematic, emotionally raw style that has made him one of the most recognizable names in Canadian wedding photography. Having traveled to over 80 countries and photographed weddings across the globe, Gabe brings a worldly perspective and a powerful sense of atmosphere to every frame. His work is intimate and intentional — built for adventurous couples who want something beyond the ordinary.
Looking for More Alberta Wedding Photographers?
Browse our full directory of Wedding Photographers in Alberta or explore profiles from across the country at Canadian Wedding Photographers.