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Wedding Photography Award - 2725488

BELLE EPOQUE BLISS: Newlyweds celebrate their marriage surrounded by friends and family at a reception venue in Biarritz, located in the Basque Country. The groom can be seen dancing with his friends, captured in a blurred motion by a slow shutter.

Photograph 2725488 was awarded to France wedding photographer Chrystel Echavidre for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present France wedding photographer Chrystel Echavidre with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Biarritz Reception Party.

The very top photojournalistic wedding photographers from around the globe submit their top pictures to the Wedding Photojournalist Association’s photography contests because they appreciate having the opportunity to be recognized in this field. Their pictures 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.

Biarritz Reception Party

2024 v02 Photography Competition Judges

Gary Porter, Kathleen Flynn, Martha Rial, 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.