Scene Setters + Architecture in 2023 v03 Artistic Guild

2023 v03 Artistic Guild Judges

Jim Gehrz, Mary Calvert, Renée C. Byer, Seth Resnick

The Artistic Guild of the Wedding Photojournalist Association is proud to present the winners of 2023 v03 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.

A bride in her hotel room in Calfosch, Italy, is getting her makeup done for her wedding

Trent Gillespie

A beautiful wedding moment captured at Villa Magi in Arezzo, Italy. The bride and groom cut the cake while their reflections on the pool, and fireworks light up the sky.

Simone Bacci

This is a wedding photo taken in Foggia, Apulia. It captures a beautiful ceremony under the shade of walnut trees, with the couple joyfully emerging as confetti and petals rain down on them.

Pino Coduti

A couple stands hand-in-hand at their wedding ceremony in Atlanta, Georgia, as a reflection casts an artistic and romantic flair.

Joshua Grasso

A photo of a couple cutting their wedding cake at Villa Paradeisos in Varese, Italy. The vibrant setting, lighting, and architecture add to the excitement of the moment.

Massimiliano Beccati

A couple celebrating their wedding with a fireworks display at an outdoor reception, surrounded by the enchanting ambiance of the Park Hotel Stara Zagora

Tsvetelina Deliyska

In this stunning wedding photo, the couple walks hand in hand across a picturesque river bridge at Yosemite National Park, California

Lucy Schultz

The wedding guests dining at tables by the pool at Château Saint-Michel, Saint-Lizier

Corentin Azamoun

Wedding reception at Proud Caberet in Brighton, Sussex, England. Guests enjoy the fiery performance during the celebration.

Jenny Rutterford

A vibrant wedding photo captures the joyful atmosphere at the end of the night in Mexico. The poolside venue glows with colorful lights as guests celebrate and dance.

Karin Keesmaat

In this wedding photo taken at the State Room Boston, the bride gracefully descends the stairs, making her way towards the eagerly awaiting guests.

Alex Gordias

At Rues d'Orléans, the newlyweds are seated at a sidewalk cafe table, photographer captured the blur of a passing bus with a slow shutter

Gaelle Caré

A couple is dancing in silhouette, surrounded by glittering lights and gold decorations, on their wedding day at Hotel in Shenzhen, Guangdong

Xiao Ma

A couple in a red vintage convertible car, cruising along a picturesque road with stunning ocean views in Amalfi, capturing their love on their wedding day

Elodie Ruelleux Dagorne

Overview of the wedding evening at Distillerie Longeteau in Guadeloupe, with palm trees in the background

Julie Verdier

A stunning aerial photo captures the enchanting wedding dinner at Villa Le Bolli in Siena. The long, beautifully set table is adorned with guests joyfully celebrating the special occasion.

Andrea Sampoli

A beautiful wedding at Domaine Santa Maria in Villefranque, where the bride confidently delivers her heartfelt speech

William Desse

A black and white image of a wedding couple in Agen, France, walking alongside a majestic stone building while smoke billows in the background

Franck Petit

In this wedding day picture taken at a reception venue in San Francisco, California, the camera captures a high angle view of the lively dance floor with red DJ lights illuminating the atmosphere

Chris Shum

A couple stands on a beautiful beach at Dixcart Bay, Sark, exchanging their wedding vows in a small and private elopement ceremony

Nick Despres

A groom stands at the end of the church nave, eagerly waiting for the arrival of his bride who has just arrived by apecar Piaggio at the Church of San Abbondio in Boalzo

Alessandro Di Noia

A wedding photo taken at Oise in Hauts-de-France, showcasing a mesmerizing night view of the reception marquee tent during the enchanting blue hour.

Frederic Bry

A wedding ceremony taking place in Tatlisu, Kyrenia, Cyprus, where the wheelchair users are positioned behind the designated area for guests

Ufuk Sarisen

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.