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Wedding Photography Award - 2707683

A documentary wedding photographer captured this WPJA Honor Award-winning image at Quinta de Sant'Ana in Portugal. The photo shows a bride showing her dress to her sisters in a mirror, while her daughter plays with a smartphone.

Photograph 2707683 was awarded to Portugal wedding photographer Carlos Porfírio for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present Portugal wedding photographer Carlos Porfírio with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Quinta de Sant'Ana, Gradil.

The very top reportage-style wedding photographers from around the world submit their top 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.

Quinta de Sant'Ana, Gradil

2023 v05 Photography Competition Judges

Denny Simmons, Mary Calvert, Peter Power, Renée C. Byer

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.