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Wedding Photography Award - 2641554

A wedding photojournalist in Zhejiang captured this moment of the bride and bridesmaid making up

Photograph 2641554 was awarded to China wedding photographer Hao Pan for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present China wedding photographer Hao Pan with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Jinhua, China.

The very top documentary-style wedding photographers from around the world submit their top photos to the Wedding Photojournalist Association’s photography competitions because they appreciate having the opportunity to be awarded in this field. Their photos are scrutinized by some of the most notable and respected working photojournalists and picture editors in the news industry (not the wedding industry). Winning in these competitions is a major accomplishment for a professional wedding photographer.

Jinhua, China

2021 v03 Photography Competition Judges

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WPJA contest judges have been recognized by their industry peers, winning top awards as staff picture editors, staff photojournalists, and newsroom mentors while working for these and other leading publications and journalism organizations.