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Wedding Photography Award - 2505566

A dog looks past the camera as he sits next to the bride while she gets her makeup done in Fuzhou in this image captured by a Fujian, China wedding photographer.

Photograph 2505566 was awarded to China wedding photographer Kai Xiao for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present China wedding photographer Kai Xiao with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Fuzhou, China.

The very best documentary-style wedding photographers from around the globe submit their best photos to the Wedding Photojournalist Association’s photography competitions 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 competitions is a major accomplishment for a pro wedding photographer.

Fuzhou, China

2019 v07 Photography Competition Judges

Damon Winter, Justin Merriman, Lisa Krantz, Jen Tse

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.