Pennsylvania Wedding Photography Award - 2707493

A talented documentary wedding photographer captured this award-winning image in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The picture shows a bride patiently waiting as her mom helps her lace up the buttons on her dress amidst a cluttered bed full of wedding day items

Arizona, United States

JD Land

Photograph 2707493 was awarded to Arizona, United States wedding photographer JD Land for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present Arizona, United States wedding photographer JD Land with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Philadelphia Hotel.

The very top documentary-style wedding photographers from around the globe submit their top images to the Wedding Photojournalist Association’s photography competitions because they appreciate having the opportunity to be awarded in this field. Their images 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 true accomplishment for a professional wedding photographer.

Philadelphia Hotel

2023 v05 Photography Competition Judges

Denny Simmons, Mary Calvert, Peter Power, Renée C. Byer

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.