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2023 v01 Artistic Guild Judges

Denny Simmons, Martha Rial, Mary Vignoles, Peter Power

The Artistic Guild of the Wedding Photojournalist Association is proud to present the winners of 2023 v01 artistic guild Contest. Since 2002, the WPJA has only worked with highly respected and awarded picture editors and newspaper photojournalists for the judging of our contests. Winning an AG WPJA competition award is a major accomplishment in the wedding photography industry.

The love between the couple at The St Vrain in Longmont, CO was so strong that even the winter snow couldn't break their embrace
Liam Gordon
Carlos Porfírio is an artistic wedding photographer for
Carlos Porfírio
During the intimate love session in the park, the Lyon bride adjusted her husband's bow tie for a perfect portrait
Elise Julliard
The bride posed in the blue light of the sky coming in through the large opening of Hambacher Schloss in Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany
Andreas Pollok
At a hotel in Delhi, India, a bride posed for a stunning backlit photo captured on her balcony in the radiant sunlight
Nitin Dangwal
The couple's wedding portrait session at Dreams Las Mareas Costa Rica, El Jobo, Guanacaste was a stunning beach sunset silhouette of them running together
Mauricio Urena
At the Metz Moselle City Hall, the wedding couple are situated between two open doors, the bride affectionately kissing her husband on the cheek and both have their eyes closed
Jonathan Fortuna
Jeremy Sauterel is an artistic wedding photographer for Fribourg
Jeremy Sauterel
At the ceremony in Lecco, Lombardy, the wedding couple were cloaked in a veil of secrecy
Luigi Rota
At Tübingen, a young couple could be seen cuddling together on a stone wall in the garden, enjoying the first signs of spring
Andreas Pollok
A beautifully dressed bride and groom standing in front of the elegant Manoir de Vacheresse in Eure et Loir, France, on their wedding day
Solène Lagant
At Guarda Golf Hotel in Crans Montana, the groom was the centerpiece of the BW wedding portrait
Castille Alma
At the dancing party at "Le jardin des Acanthes" reception venue, we took a quick portrait outside
Didier Ropers
On their special day, newlyweds were captured posing beneath a white umbrella with a glow emanating around them outside 2nd Bank of the US in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
John Ryan
A creative wedding photographer in France captured a modern-style portrait session for the newly-wed couple against a stunning backdrop
Didier Ropers
The laughter of the couple on the boat drifted along the picturesque lake Como as they posed for their wedding portrait
Luigi Rota
A bride and groom dressed in wedding attire hold laser swords, adding a touch of fantasy to their Colorado wedding photo
Sean Lara
During a traditional Chinese wedding at Xi'an, China, a newlywed couple was photographed in the hotel elevator, capturing a unique portrait of the happy couple
Sun Long
A newlywed couple embraces in an artistic wedding photo, captured through a window at the Mount Vernon Canyon Club in Golden, Colorado
Kevin Bergthold
A couple stands in a scenic wooded area, embracing each other as the sun sets behind them on their special day
Mark Creery
The groom and groomsmen are almost ready to go to the reception venue "Le jardin des Acanthes" for the ceremony
Didier Ropers
Nadine Lotze is an artistic wedding photographer for Nordrhein-Westfalen
Nadine Lotze
A bride and groom share a tender kiss as a gust of wind lifts the bride's veil in the beautiful Woodlands of Morrison, Colorado
Mark Creery
The bride and groom were seated on a wood swing and lit up by an off camera flash at their reception venue in Stirlingshire, Scotland
Mike Cook
The bride was glowing as she posed for her Bordeaux portrait while getting ready for her wedding
Pierre Cassagne
The bride and groom were seen walking hand-in-hand down the corridor in the Premonstratensian Abbey of Pont à Mousson, France, with the groom leaping and the bride laughing out loud
Jonathan Fortuna
A romantic photo of the newlyweds underneath a tree at the beautiful Le manoir du Thil in Eure, Normandy
Charly Fromentin
At the Hotel de Russie in Rome, Italy, a romantic portrait of a couple was captured, with the warm sunlight washing over them as they held each other close in profile
Massimiliano Esposito
At the castle of Janzé in France, the bride and groom went for a kiss in front of the cherry blossom tree
Elise Julliard
Intense black and white portrait of the bride and groom at a private villa in the Crete Senesi region of Siena, with a beautiful reflection in the foreground
Andrea Sampoli
The bride and groom embraced each other with tender love at the water's edge of Stirlingshire Scotland, where their wedding reception was and lit by an off-camera flash
Mike Cook
The couple laughed with each other in a snowy scene at Rocky Mountain National Park, creating a beautiful wedding portrait
Shea McGrath
A beautiful artistic wedding photo of a bride and groom, captured in the scenic North of France, as they joyfully return to their new home together
Charly Fromentin
At Metz in Moselle, the newlyweds shared an intimate moment as they stood side-by-side in front of the town hall, surrounded by a garden of purple blooming trees
Jonathan Fortuna
A romantic couple gazes adoringly at each other in the enchanting barrel room of District Winery in Washington DC
Brittany Diliberto
At Tübingen, a bride basked in the light as she stood near a huge arched entrance to an impressive building
Andreas Pollok
Nadine Lotze is an artistic wedding photographer for Nordrhein-Westfalen
Nadine Lotze
At Hacienda Pinilla in Guancaste, Costa Rica, the newlyweds shared a romantic kiss while capturing a stunning sunset during their beach portrait session
Mauricio Urena
Matteo Originale is an artistic wedding photographer for La Spezia
Matteo Originale
The idyllic spring backdrop of Heilbronn, Baden-Württemberg in Germany provided the perfect setting for a romantic portrait of the happy couple in the blossoming orchard
Andreas Pollok
At Chateau du Boisrenault in Indre, the newlyweds gazed intently at each other during their BW couple photoshoot
Gaelle Caré
The couple ran gleefully through the snow of Big Sky, Montana for this beautiful black and white wedding image
David Clumpner
Eric Corbacho is an artistic wedding photographer for São Paulo
Eric Corbacho
At Hambacher Schloss, a light and motion portrait was captured in sunlight of a couple near the castle looking building
Andreas Pollok
A couple stands under the colorful lights of the Chicago Theater, embracing each other as they pose for a picture, surrounded by the charm and grandeur of the iconic building
Sarah Nader
The couple shared a romantic sunset portrait while dipping and kissing in the orchard at their wedding venue in Asti, Italy
Nicola Genati
In Ahmedabad, India, the bride posed for one last time before the final ceremony of the wedding
Gaelle Caré
Nicolas Issaly is an artistic wedding photographer for Haute-Garonne (31)
Nicolas Issaly
The bride and groom posed for their wedding portrait in front of a wave crashing on the rocks in Hawaii, capturing the spirit of "Catch the Wave"
Tyler Vu
At Boulder, Colorado's Artist Point, a couple were caught on camera sharing a passionate kiss with the groom finishing with a funny gesture as he kicked his leg up behind him
Bonnie Sizer
The romantic crear wedding venue in Argyll, Scotland complemented the blissful beach bw wedding portrait of the couple embracing
Janina Brocklesby
At the Armenon farm in Ile de France, during the couple's session, the wind unexpectedly made an appearance in the bride's wedding veil detail
Samantha Pastoor
Carlos Porfírio is an artistic wedding photographer for
Carlos Porfírio
The bride at the Hotel de Russie in Rome, Italy is pictured in a black and white portrait looking over her shoulder while gracefully holding her veil across her face
Massimiliano Esposito
The bride and groom left the reception venue, Le jardin des Acanthes, which was nearby for a portrait session
Didier Ropers
The newlyweds are laughing out loud as they hold up glowing red and blue tubes that give the impression of having lightsabers like the Jedi in the Metz, Moselle reception hall's wedding photo
Jonathan Fortuna
At San Jose, California, a bride posed outdoors for a bridal portrait with a beautiful shadow play beneath a tree in a nearby field
Tanushree Vaidya
The Dubai UAE couple drove to the outdoor park in the vintage car belonging to the groom's grandfather
Geeshan Bandara
The newly weds had their picture taken in front of the town hall in Metz, Moselle, with the groom in the foreground looking ahead and the bride beaming while twirling her wedding dress in the background
Jonathan Fortuna
At Villa Dominis in Lurago Marinone, Como, the bride and groom took a romantic stroll through the park for a BW portrait
Alessandro Di Noia
Her veil billowing gracefully in the wind, the Xi'an bride glowed in her portrait, a vision of ethereal beauty
Sun Long
A blissful minute is captured at the Briery Wood Country House Hotel, with sun streaming through the trees as a couple embrace and laugh with joy
Janina Brocklesby
Eric Corbacho is an artistic wedding photographer for São Paulo
Eric Corbacho
Pierrick Roland is an artistic wedding photographer for Hauts-de-Seine (92)
Pierrick Roland
At Love Valley, in Goreme, Nevsehir, newlywed couples posed for wedding day portraits while hot air balloons soared under cloudy skies behind their embrace
Ufuk Sarisen
At The Metropolitan Club in San Francisco, CA, a bride and groom shared a minute of joy and laughter in the warm light of the window during their portrait session
Lauren Lindley
Justin Edmonds is an artistic wedding photographer for Colorado
Justin Edmonds
At Asheville, NC, a creative black and white photoshoot of a wedding couple was taken to mimic the look of a classic film, creating a pleasing depth of field
Michael Freas
The couple were lovingly embracing in a romantic portrait taken at the Hotel de Russie in Rome, Italy with a rim light from behind them
Massimiliano Esposito
Joshua Grasso is an artistic wedding photographer for Georgia
Joshua Grasso
Pierrick Roland is an artistic wedding photographer for Hauts-de-Seine (92)
Pierrick Roland
The bride and groom were enjoying the sunset at Scotland Run in Williamstown, NJ, the site of their wedding venue
Ted Felsberg
The bride and groom in Florence, Tuscany are stopping on the urban streets to take a quick break at a massive stone wall before they continue their journey to their ceremony location
Edoardo Agresti
At the picturesque village of Çavuşin in Göreme, Nevşehir, newlyweds had their wedding portrait taken against the backdrop of dramatic rock formations both above and below beneath moody grey clouds
Ufuk Sarisen
At Costa Rica's Villa Caletas Hotel in Jaco, the bride and groom posed for a romantic veil drop portrait in front of the grand door of Zephyr Palace
Mauricio Urena
Eric Corbacho is an artistic wedding photographer for São Paulo
Eric Corbacho
A couple made their vows at the picturesque Crear Wedding Venue in Argyll, Scotland, taking a beach wedding to the next level as they stood together at the waters edge of the tidal pools under a beautiful blue sky and scattered clouds
Jawad Aslam
Pierrick Roland is an artistic wedding photographer for Hauts-de-Seine (92)
Pierrick Roland
The bride's portrait was taken at Hotel Dharma in Rome, Italy, with the veil held out while bathed in moody light from behind
Zsofia Rebicek
A captivating wedding moment as the groom guides his beautiful bride up a hill at Moraine Park, overlooking a stunning valley in Rocky Mountain National Park, Colorado
Mark Creery
The bride looked stunning in her bridal portrait at Delhi Banquet Hall, swooping scarf making for a beautiful wedding portrait
Nitin Dangwal
Near the rolling Tuscan hills of Florence, the bride posed for a timeless black and white portrait with an elegant contrast
Edoardo Agresti
The groom and bride in her dress were beautifully captured in a portrait from above at the Villa Acquaroli in Carvico, Italy
Michela Bocciarelli
At Six Senses Kocatas Mansions in Istanbul, a portrait session of a bride and groom smiling and embracing by the docks on their wedding day created a stunningly beautiful scene
Ufuk Sarisen
A couple in formal attire poses against a striking architectural backdrop at their wedding at The Thompson Hotel in Washington DC
Brittany Diliberto
At Bordeaux, a photographer used harsh sunlight to create a dramatic and contrasting black-and-white couple portrait
Pierre Cassagne
The bride posed near the window of the reception venue in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, creating graphic shadows with the horizontal blinds on the window
Geeshan Bandara
Matteo Originale is an artistic wedding photographer for La Spezia
Matteo Originale
At the Stamford Swissôtel ceremony, the bride and groom sealed their union in an intimate moment, touching noses tenderly and surrounded by a backdrop of white
Charles Sng
The newlyweds had their wedding picture taken in Heilbronn, Baden-Württemberg, Germany, with the bride posing under a cloudy sky at the bottom of the stairs and the groom standing far away at the top
Andreas Pollok
At Chateau du Boisrenault, situated in Indre, the bride was illuminated against a darker background as she travelled in the car
Gaelle Caré
The wedding couple in Key Largo, Florida at Playa Largo Resort & Spa enjoyed the peaceful tranquility of the bar gazebo, taking a break from the excitement during the cocktail hour
Michael Freas
A newlywed couple shares a tender moment, locked in each other's arms, within the scenic surroundings of The Sycamore in Flagstaff, AZ.
Sean Lara
The couple beamed with joy in the sprinkling rain as they posed for a shoot with umbrellas aloft at Kasteel Weijenburg in Gelderland, Netherlands
Caroline Elenbaas
Justin Edmonds is an artistic wedding photographer for Colorado
Justin Edmonds
The wedding couple posed for a romantic portrait on the beach of Cádiz, Andalucía, Spain, with waves washing around them as they kissed
Pedro Volana
The bride posed in front of the window of her hotel room at the Chateau du Boisrenault in Indre
Gaelle Caré
The Maceio bride posed for her bridal portrait in front of the window at her home
Renner Boldrino
At Domaine de Givray in Cher, France, the bride laughed as her groom rode an Nollie on the sidewalk past her umbrella shade
Bertrand Roguet
The bride and groom posed for a wedding picture in the Baden-Württemberg countryside in Heilbronn, Germany surrounded by the beautiful sky above and below
Andreas Pollok
At Hotel de Russie in Rome, Italy, a bride was captured in a beautiful portrait spinning and dancing in the garden with the setting sun providing a stunning rim light effect
Massimiliano Esposito
At night in Bordeaux, a couple walked at a brisk pace down a narrow street and past a restaurant on the stone path
Pierre Cassagne
A couple dressed in wedding attire share a warm embrace amidst a snowy Colorado landscape on a chilly Spring day
Sean Lara
The wedding couple in Cádiz, Andalucía, Spain had their portrait taken embracing on the beach with the bride's veil wrapping around them
Pedro Volana
Joshua Grasso is an artistic wedding photographer for Georgia
Joshua Grasso
A mesmerizing portrait of the bride and groom standing in a ring of fire, illuminated by the vibrant sunset in Saint Brévin, Loire-Atlantique, Pays de la Loire, France
Jeremie Sangare
The bride and groom were happily celebrating at a wedding reception in Denver, Colorado, as the bride kissed the groom on the cheek and he beamed with joy
Sean Turner
Pierrick Roland is an artistic wedding photographer for Hauts-de-Seine (92)
Pierrick Roland
A couple strolled in front of the snow capped Mont Blanc mountains in Chamonix, France
Sylvain Bouzat
The wedding portrait taken in New York City showed the bride and groom in profile, with the city skyline in the background from a highrise hotel
Wenjie Han
The couple had a fun time taking photos in the woods near Gresse en Vercors, Isère in black and white
Florian Fauvarque
A couple from Edmonton, Alberta cuddled in a back alley for an unconventional, yet stylish portrait to remember their wedding day
Lauren Hannah Garcia
A Massachusetts bride and groom shared a memorable moment of their special day as they sat on a giant chair overlooking the waves at Oceanview of Nahant
Kayla Rice
A joyous couple share a romantic kiss, the bride’s laughter resonating, against a backdrop of a stunning sunset at TPC Colorado Golf Course in Berthoud, Colorado
Mark Creery
The Metz, Moselle newlyweds are having a unique photo session jumping on a skateboard in front of a stone wall while the bride in her pink dress watches under an umbrella, all in the midst of a light rain at the reception hall
Jonathan Fortuna
The couple at the Deauville Inn in Strathmere, NJ, posed for a romantic picture with the bride's veil swinging in the wind as they posed in their wedding attire for the portrait
John Ryan
In Fujian, Fuzhou, the bride and her bridal party took an outdoor wedding photo. They looked absolutely stunning against the backdrop of black
Chengkai Lee
Paul Tansley is an artistic wedding photographer for Hampshire
Paul Tansley
Couples looking for a romantic and cinematic wedding day portrait session have the option of taking in the breathtaking views of the lake while posing on the walls of Six Senses Kocatas Mansions in Istanbul
Ufuk Sarisen
At Les Ménuires in Savoie, the bride and groom sealed their union with a kiss at sunset on the top of a mountain, surrounded by glass balcony walls overlooking a spectacular valley
Marion Deletraz
At a Heilbronn playground, a blissful bride and groom posed under a slide for this wedding portrait
Andreas Pollok
A romantic couple standing together in front of the majestic Hotel Chateau Tilques, showcasing their joy on their special wedding day.
Charly Fromentin
Matteo Originale is an artistic wedding photographer for La Spezia
Matteo Originale
The bride and groom shared a loving embrace at the Loiret venue in the Centre-Val de Loire, with big smiles captured in stylish black and white and a vertical shot
Sylvain Neugnot
The bride posed for the wedding portrait at the Domaine de Fon de Rey in Hérault
Johanna Marjoux
Colorado: A bride and groom share a warm embrace amidst a snowy backdrop on their wedding day
Sean Lara
The bride and groom were captured at Palazzo Cavalli in Venice, accompanied by boats reflected in the glass and a warm glow radiating through the picture
Luca Fazzolari
The loving couple stopped for a minute to take in the momentous occasion of their wedding at Campo San Bortolo in Venice, Italy, before going to the City Hall, knowing that no matter what else changes, their love would remain strong
Luca Fazzolari
Justin Edmonds is an artistic wedding photographer for Colorado
Justin Edmonds
At The Pinery at The Hill in Colorado Springs, CO, a black and white portrait of a couple is illuminated by the soft light of the small windows just outside the frame
Liam Gordon
The newlyweds had their portrait taken at the Domaine de Fon de Rey in Hérault walking outdoors in joy
Johanna Marjoux
The couple shared an intimate portrait at the Ceremony at Fort Canning Park, next to a memorial wall
Charles Sng
At the Six Senses Kocatas Mansions in Istanbul, a romantic wedding day portrait session was conducted for the couple as they posed along a garden path
Ufuk Sarisen
A bride and groom were seated with trees surrounding them in the background in Tübingen, Baden-Württemberg, Germany, making for a beautiful wedding photo
Andreas Pollok
Pierrick Roland is an artistic wedding photographer for Hauts-de-Seine (92)
Pierrick Roland
Jeremy Sauterel is an artistic wedding photographer for Fribourg
Jeremy Sauterel
At the Georgia Botanical Gardens, a bride and groom were captured in an expressive portrait while playfully running and laughing at the camera
Cindy Brown
At Rossleague Manor in Galway, Ireland, the bride and groom shared a heartfelt embrace while capturing a timeless wedding portrait, reflected in a mirror
Jamie Gillies
The bride and groom's profiles in the Tuscan town of Florence could be seen before their reception, the groom in full silhouette against and the bride illuminated in the sunlight
Edoardo Agresti
At the stunning Zephyr Palace at Villa Caletas Hotel in Jaco, Costa Rica, the newlyweds posed for a romantic candlelit portrait at the stairs of their wedding reception
Mauricio Urena
Matteo Originale is an artistic wedding photographer for La Spezia
Matteo Originale
In an enchanting setting at Ferme de Bouchemont in Yvelines, France, the brides joyfully embrace, radiating love and happiness
Solène Lagant
At the Mansion on Main St in Voorhees, NJ, a couple posed for a portrait on their wedding day, standing on a grand staircase and under a massive chandelier
John Ryan
A bride and groom stand side by side next to a majestic steer head mounted on the wall behind them in Colorado
Sean Lara
The picture of the couple looking affectionately at each other, taken at The Ravenswood Wedding Venue in West Sussex, England, with its sunlit fairy lights overhead is an atmospheric backlit image
Jenny Rutterford
In Delhi, India, a bride is brought into focus with graphic illuminated background lighting in her wedding portrait
Rish Agarwal
At a banquet hall in Delhi, India, the bride's reflection casted in the mirror filled the room with joy
Nitin Dangwal
Eric Corbacho is an artistic wedding photographer for São Paulo
Eric Corbacho
At Valhalla Estate in South Lake Tahoe, California, a bride and groom shared a tender look, basking in the beauty of a snow-filled forest on their big day
Lauren Lindley
The bride and groom in San Anselmo happily shared a moment for their wedding portrait
Tanushree Vaidya
The black and white photo of a bride and groom embracing under an umbrella, with the bride's hair blowing in the wind was taken on the streets of Metz, Moselle
Jonathan Fortuna
The couple posed for a romantic wedding portrait in front of the church arches at Bamberg, Bavaria, Germany
Andreas Pollok
At Chateau de St trys, Anse, Rhône, the bride-to-be was glowing with excitement as her chose the perfect details for the sleeve of her wedding dress
Castille Alma
In Sedona AZ, the bride laughed joyously underneath a dark blue sky during an outdoor lit portrait session
Rebekah Sampson
Eric Corbacho is an artistic wedding photographer for São Paulo
Eric Corbacho
A couple shared a passionate kiss as Edmonton's skyline lit up the night at the Alberta reception location
Lauren Hannah Garcia
Nadine Lotze is an artistic wedding photographer for Nordrhein-Westfalen
Nadine Lotze
The couple had a great time during their beach portrait session at Hacienda Pinilla in Guanacaste-Costa Rica
Mauricio Urena
The couple had a beautiful black and white portrait taken of them walking the streets of Bordeaux
Pierre Cassagne
Joshua Grasso is an artistic wedding photographer for Georgia
Joshua Grasso

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