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Wedding Photography Award - 2698203

A bride at Pellevoisin Montbron Castle, France, prepares for her big day with the help of her bridesmaids, donning a pair of white sneakers underneath her elegant white wedding gown

Photograph 2698203 was awarded to France wedding photographer Henri Deroche for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present France wedding photographer Henri Deroche with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Pellevoisin Montbron Castle.

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 pro wedding photographer.

Pellevoisin Montbron Castle

2023 v03 Photography Competition Judges

Bill Frakes, David Stephenson, Gary Porter, Kathleen Flynn

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.