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Wedding Photography Award - 2680435

With an overhead angle, the bride puts on her dress helped by her mother and her friends in Marseille

Photograph 2680435 was awarded to France wedding photographer Colas Declercq for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present France wedding photographer Colas Declercq with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Marseille Preparations.

The very top documentary-style wedding photographers from around the globe submit their top 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.

Marseille Preparations

2022 v04 Photography Competition Judges

David Stephenson, Dennis Brack, Martha Rial, Mary Vignoles

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.