WPJA.com HomeWedding Photojournalist Association

Wedding Photography Award - 2706703

In this image taken at In Ruissalo Park in Turku, Finland, a delighted groom playfully pushes his newlywed bride as she sits in a wheeled cart, celebrating their marriage.

Photograph 2706703 was awarded to Finland wedding photographer Risto Kuitunen for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present Finland wedding photographer Risto Kuitunen with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Ruissalo Park, Turku, Finland.

The very best documentary-style wedding photographers from around the globe submit their best images to the Wedding Photojournalist Association’s photography contests 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 contests is a major accomplishment for a pro wedding photographer.

Ruissalo Park, Turku, Finland

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.