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Sofia Wedding Photography Award - 2507291

The groom flips the bride over his shoulder on the dance floor in NDK in this photo created by a Sofia, Bulgaria wedding photographer.

Photograph 2507291 was awarded to Sofia, Bulgaria wedding photographer Ivelina Cholakova for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present Sofia, Bulgaria wedding photographer Ivelina Cholakova with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Sofia, Bulgaria.

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.

Sofia, Bulgaria

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.