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Wedding Photography Award - 2707285

The couple, along with their best man and bridesmaid, are seen relaxing at a hotel in Hangzhou, Zhejiang, China during their documentary wedding

Photograph 2707285 was awarded to China wedding photographer Leon Wong for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present China wedding photographer Leon Wong with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Hangzhou, Zhejiang Hotel.

The very top reportage-style wedding photographers from around the world submit their top images to the Wedding Photojournalist Association’s photography contests because they appreciate having the opportunity to be awarded in this field. Their images 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 contests is a major accomplishment for a pro wedding photographer.

Hangzhou, Zhejiang Hotel

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.