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Rhode Island, United States

Kathryn Wallace Yeaton

Rhode Island wedding photographer Kathryn Wallace Yeaton is the recipient of this WPJA Diamond Award for creative wedding engagement photography

We are proud to present Rhode Island, United States engagement photographer Kathryn Wallace Yeaton with this WPJA Diamond Award for creating a praise-worthy artistic engagement portrait that ranks among the best. This top industry award helps make the case that wedding photojournalists take the most creative engagement photographs of all. Member clients use these pre-wedding portraits for gifts, Save the Date cards, wedding websites, newspaper announcements and for display at the wedding reception.

Jaen, Spain

Rocio Sanchez

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This image by Rocio Sanchez, a wedding photographer serving Jaen, Spain, has been chosen as a WPJA Spotlight for its exceptional creativity.

The Wedding Photojournalist Association is delighted to showcase Rocio Sanchez,, an exceptional Jaen, Spain wedding photographer. This captivating image has earned a prestigious WPJA Spotlight Feature, highlighting remarkable talent and artistic approach. Join us in celebrating the unparalleled creativity and excellence exhibited by a WPJA member.

Pennsylvania, United States

Erin Ninehouser

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Pennsylvania wedding photographer Erin Ninehouser is the recipient of this WPJA Diamond Award for creative wedding engagement photography

We are proud to present Pennsylvania, United States engagement photographer Erin Ninehouser with this WPJA Diamond Award for creating a praise-worthy artistic engagement portrait that ranks among the best. This top industry award helps make the case that wedding photojournalists take the most creative engagement photographs of all. Member clients use these pre-wedding portraits for gifts, Save the Date cards, wedding websites, newspaper announcements and for display at the wedding reception.

Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil

Rogerio Frota dos Santos

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Rio Grande do Sul wedding photographer Rogerio Frota dos Santos is the recipient of this WPJA Diamond Award for creative wedding engagement photography

We are proud to present Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil engagement photographer Rogerio Frota dos Santos with this WPJA Diamond Award for creating a praise-worthy artistic engagement portrait that ranks among the best. This top industry award helps make the case that wedding photojournalists take the most creative engagement photographs of all. Member clients use these pre-wedding portraits for gifts, Save the Date cards, wedding websites, newspaper announcements and for display at the wedding reception.

Maharashtra, India

Ankita Asthana

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Maharashtra wedding photographer Ankita Asthana is the recipient of this WPJA Diamond Award for creative wedding engagement photography

We are proud to present Maharashtra, India engagement photographer Ankita Asthana with this WPJA Diamond Award for creating a praise-worthy artistic engagement portrait that ranks among the best. This top industry award helps make the case that wedding photojournalists take the most creative engagement photographs of all. Member clients use these pre-wedding portraits for gifts, Save the Date cards, wedding websites, newspaper announcements and for display at the wedding reception.

Taiwan

Will Tee

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Photograph 2712475 was awarded to Taiwan wedding photographer Will Tee for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present Taiwan wedding photographer Will Tee with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Rongxing Garden Park, Taipei.

The very best photojournalistic wedding photographers from around the globe submit their best photos to the Wedding Photojournalist Association’s photography contests because they appreciate having the opportunity to be recognized 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 contests is a true accomplishment for a pro wedding photographer.

2023 v06 Photography Competition Judges

David Stephenson, Justin Merriman, Martha Rial, Preston Gannaway

Torino, Italy

Alessandro Vargiu

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Photograph 2711983 was awarded to Torino, Italy wedding photographer Alessandro Vargiu for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present Torino, Italy wedding photographer Alessandro Vargiu with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Cascina Montena, Zenevreto, Italy.

The very top photojournalistic wedding photographers from around the world submit their top images to the Wedding Photojournalist Association’s photography contests because they appreciate having the opportunity to be recognized 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 contests is a major accomplishment for a pro wedding photographer.

2023 v06 Photography Competition Judges

David Stephenson, Justin Merriman, Martha Rial, Preston Gannaway

Istanbul, Turkey

Derya Engin

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Photograph 2711408 was awarded to Istanbul, Turkey wedding photographer Derya Engin for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present Istanbul, Turkey wedding photographer Derya Engin with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Koç Museum - Istanbul.

The very best reportage-style wedding photographers from around the world submit their best 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.

2023 v06 Photography Competition Judges

David Stephenson, Justin Merriman, Martha Rial, Preston Gannaway

United Arab Emirates

Geeshan Bandara

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Photograph 2710231 was awarded to United Arab Emirates wedding photographer Geeshan Bandara for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present United Arab Emirates wedding photographer Geeshan Bandara with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Dubai Ceremony.

The very top reportage-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 true accomplishment for a professional wedding photographer.

2023 v06 Photography Competition Judges

David Stephenson, Justin Merriman, Martha Rial, Preston Gannaway

China

Seven Tao

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wedding photographer Seven Tao is the recipient of this WPJA Diamond Award for creative wedding engagement photography

We are proud to present China engagement photographer Seven Tao with this WPJA Diamond Award for creating a praise-worthy artistic engagement portrait that ranks among the best. This top industry award helps make the case that wedding photojournalists take the most creative engagement photographs of all. Member clients use these pre-wedding portraits for gifts, Save the Date cards, wedding websites, newspaper announcements and for display at the wedding reception.