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Wedding Photography Award - 2712163

A picture of the bride's parents, who fell asleep at the wedding, on the couches in the lobby of a hotel in Nanping, Fujian

Photograph 2712163 was awarded to China wedding photographer Xiang Qi for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present China wedding photographer Xiang Qi with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Nanping Hotel Nap.

The very best photojournalistic wedding photographers from around the world submit their best images to the Wedding Photojournalist Association’s photography competitions because they appreciate having the opportunity to be recognized 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 competitions is a true accomplishment for a pro wedding photographer.

Nanping Hotel Nap

2023 v06 Photography Competition Judges

David Stephenson, Justin Merriman, Martha Rial, Preston Gannaway

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.