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Trieste Wedding Photography Award - 2693751

A moment of joy was captured in Udine, Friuli Venezia Giulia, Italy as the newlyweds exited the building with a rice toss overhead

Photograph 2693751 was awarded to Italy wedding photographer Paolo Blocar for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present Italy wedding photographer Paolo Blocar with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Udine Rice Toss.

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 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 professional wedding photographer.

Udine Rice Toss

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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.