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Istanbul, Turkey

Serenay Lokcetin

Photograph 2667749 was awarded to Istanbul, Turkey wedding photographer Serenay Lokcetin for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present Istanbul, Turkey wedding photographer Serenay Lokcetin with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Flow Datca Surf & Beach Hotel.

The very top documentary-style wedding photographers from around the world submit their top photos to the Wedding Photojournalist Association’s photography contests because they appreciate having the opportunity to be recognized 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 contests is a major accomplishment for a professional wedding photographer.

2022 v02 Photography Competition Judges

David Stephenson, Mary Calvert, Michael Ainsworth, Mary Vignoles

Illinois, United States

Milan Lazic

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Wedding photographer Milan Lazic of Illinois, United States was awarded by the Artistic Guild of the WPJA for this creative wedding photograph.

The Artistic Guild of the Wedding Photojournalist Association has awarded Illinois, United States wedding photographer Milan Lazic for outstanding and creative wedding photography at Mora Farm.

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.

2019 v03 Artistic Guild Judges

David Leeson, Jim Gehrz, Jeanie Adams-Smith, Peter Power

Sofia, Bulgaria

Ognyan Stoynev

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Wedding photographer Ognyan Stoynev of Sofia, Bulgaria was awarded by the Artistic Guild of the WPJA for this creative wedding photograph.

The Artistic Guild of the Wedding Photojournalist Association has awarded Sofia, Bulgaria wedding photographer Ognyan Stoynev for outstanding and creative wedding photography at Sofia, Bulgaria.

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.

2019 v03 Artistic Guild Judges

David Leeson, Jim Gehrz, Jeanie Adams-Smith, Peter Power

Slovenia

Aleks Kus

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Wedding photographer Aleks Kus of Slovenia was awarded by the Artistic Guild of the WPJA for this creative wedding photograph.

The Artistic Guild of the Wedding Photojournalist Association has awarded Slovenia wedding photographer Aleks Kus for outstanding and creative wedding photography at Dominikanski Monastery, Slovenia.

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.

2019 v03 Artistic Guild Judges

David Leeson, Jim Gehrz, Jeanie Adams-Smith, Peter Power

Istanbul, Turkey

Emre Nesli

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Wedding photographer Emre Nesli of Istanbul, Turkey was awarded by the Artistic Guild of the WPJA for this creative wedding photograph.

The Artistic Guild of the Wedding Photojournalist Association has awarded Istanbul, Turkey wedding photographer Emre Nesli for outstanding and creative wedding photography at Mersin Martı Hotel Turkey.

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.

2019 v02 Artistic Guild Judges

Amanda Voisard, David Leeson, Denny Simmons, Mary Vignoles

Gelderland, Netherlands

Arvid de Windt

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Wedding photographer Arvid de Windt of Gelderland, Netherlands was awarded by the Artistic Guild of the WPJA for this creative wedding photograph.

The Artistic Guild of the Wedding Photojournalist Association has awarded Gelderland, Netherlands wedding photographer Arvid de Windt for outstanding and creative wedding photography at Kasteel Wijenburg.

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.

2019 v01 Artistic Guild Judges

Amanda Voisard, Gary Porter, Jim Gehrz, Seth Resnick

Florida, United States

Julie Ambos

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Wedding photographer Julie Ambos, was awarded place for photo 1842271 in the category for the WPJA's .

The WPJA contest judges presented Julie Ambos, a Florida, United States wedding photographer, with this Master Piece Award as recognition for top wedding photojournalism in the industry.

The leading documentary wedding photographers in the world enter their best photos to the Wedding Photojournalist Association's photography competitions. They want their wedding reportage photographs to be evaluated and selected by some of the most notable and respected working picture editors and photojournalists in the news industry (these are not wedding photographers or other WPJA members judging their work). Winning these competitions is a true accomplishment for a wedding photographer.

2016 Q1 Photography Contest Judges

David Leeson, Jeanie Adams-Smith, Mary Vignoles

Judges

I enjoyed how the background and thoughtful composition took this moment to new heights. It’s a sweet moment framed in the door. Interestingly, consider how the long blonde hair of the woman helping the bride, acts as an important element of leading the viewer to the kissing couple. But I particularly enjoyed the subtle extra level in this image - the delicate camisole hanging the window.

Florida, United States

Jessica Stout

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Wedding photographer Jessica Stout, was awarded place for photo 1841306 in the category for the WPJA's .

The WPJA contest judges presented Jessica Stout, a Florida, United States wedding photographer, with this Master Piece Award as recognition for top wedding photojournalism in the industry.

The leading documentary wedding photographers in the world enter their best photos to the Wedding Photojournalist Association's photography competitions. They want their wedding reportage photographs to be evaluated and selected by some of the most notable and respected working picture editors and photojournalists in the news industry (these are not wedding photographers or other WPJA members judging their work). Winning these competitions is a true accomplishment for a wedding photographer.

2016 Q1 Photography Contest Judges

David Leeson, Jeanie Adams-Smith, Mary Vignoles

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Arizona, United States

Tina Wright

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Wedding photographer Tina Wright, was awarded place for photo 1842256 in the category for the WPJA's .

The WPJA contest judges presented Tina Wright, a Arizona, United States wedding photographer, with this Master Piece Award as recognition for top wedding photojournalism in the industry.

The leading documentary wedding photographers in the world enter their best photos to the Wedding Photojournalist Association's photography competitions. They want their wedding reportage photographs to be evaluated and selected by some of the most notable and respected working picture editors and photojournalists in the news industry (these are not wedding photographers or other WPJA members judging their work). Winning these competitions is a true accomplishment for a wedding photographer.

2016 Q1 Photography Contest Judges

David Leeson, Jeanie Adams-Smith, Mary Vignoles

Judges

The lighting on this shot was fantastic, and well placed against the sunset sky. Extremely well composed, and a very dramatic image.
This looks like a movie set, like “Gone With the Wind.” The lighting and backdrop highlight the bride and groom in this classic setting, like Hollywood stars upon their own stage.