Southern Alberta is a region of big skies, wide-open prairie, and a quieter pace of life that tends to attract couples who want their wedding to feel genuinely grounded. From the coulees around Lethbridge to the dry, sunbaked beauty of the Medicine Hat area, the landscape here is unlike anywhere else in Canada — and the photographers who call this region home know exactly how to use it. If you're planning a wedding in southern Alberta and want someone who truly knows this corner of the province, these are the photographers to watch in 2026.
Each of the photographers below is an active member of Canadian Wedding Photographers and serves couples throughout southern Alberta.
Southern Alberta Wedding Photographers to Follow (2026)
@thereignphotography — The Reign Photography
Based in Lethbridge, Maryada of The Reign Photography brings a heartfelt and artistic approach to wedding photography, blending fine art and photojournalism to document not just events but the emotions that shape them. Originally from Nepal and now deeply rooted in southern Alberta, she guides couples through their day with a calm, supportive energy that allows genuine moments to unfold naturally.
@schaephotography — Schae Philpot
Schae Philpott of Schae Photography is an award-winning wedding photographer based in Medicine Hat with over 15 years of experience, a background in competitive dance and cinema, and four national and provincial awards in Wedding Photojournalism. Her warm, film-inspired aesthetic and expressive storytelling have made her a proud representative of Canada on the international stage.
@kristinsarahphotography — Kristin Peereboom
Kristin Peereboom is a Lethbridge-based photographer whose journey began in the tender moments of new motherhood and evolved into a full career built on visual storytelling and a love for authentic human connection. Her work celebrates the quiet beauty of everyday life, and she's especially passionate about helping families and couples preserve their stories with warmth and care.
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