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Photograph 2680435 was awarded to France wedding photographer Colas Declercq for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present France wedding photographer Colas Declercq with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Marseille Preparations.

The very top documentary-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.

2022 v04 Photography Competition Judges

Indre (36) , France

Gaelle Caré

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Wedding photographer Gaelle Caré of Indre (36) , France was awarded by the Artistic Guild of the WPJA for this creative wedding photograph.

The Artistic Guild of the Wedding Photojournalist Association has awarded Indre (36) , France wedding photographer Gaelle Caré for outstanding and creative wedding photography at Château de Dangy - Indre.

The most artistic and creative wedding photographers around the world enter their images in the AG WPJA photography competitions because they appreciate having the opportunity to have their work recognized by our judges.

2022 v03 Artistic Guild Judges

Photograph 2602878 was awarded to France wedding photographer Valerie Teppe for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present France wedding photographer Valerie Teppe with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Turenne.

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

2020 v04 Photography Competition Judges

Varese, Italy

Matteo Reni

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Photograph 2598682 was awarded to Varese, Italy wedding photographer Matteo Reni for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present Varese, Italy wedding photographer Matteo Reni with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Milano, Italy.

The very top documentary-style wedding photographers from around the globe 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 professional wedding photographer.

2020 v03 Photography Competition Judges

Nebraska, United States

Janine Cooper

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Photograph 2435546 was awarded to Nebraska, United States wedding photographer Janine Cooper for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present Nebraska, United States wedding photographer Janine Cooper with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Omaha Nebraska.

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

2019 v01 Photography Competition Judges