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This image by Alessandro Vargiu, a wedding photographer serving Torino, Italy, has been chosen as a WPJA Spotlight for its exceptional creativity.

The Wedding Photojournalist Association is delighted to showcase Alessandro Vargiu,, an exceptional Torino, Italy wedding photographer. This captivating image has earned a prestigious WPJA Spotlight Feature, highlighting remarkable talent and artistic approach. Join us in celebrating the unparalleled creativity and excellence exhibited by a WPJA member.

Hertfordshire, United Kingdom

Paul Rogers

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This image by Paul Rogers, a wedding photographer serving Hertfordshire, United Kingdom, has been chosen as a WPJA Spotlight for its exceptional creativity.

The Wedding Photojournalist Association is delighted to showcase Paul Rogers,, an exceptional Hertfordshire, United Kingdom wedding photographer. This captivating image has earned a prestigious WPJA Spotlight Feature, highlighting remarkable talent and artistic approach. Join us in celebrating the unparalleled creativity and excellence exhibited by a WPJA member.

County Antrim, United Kingdom

Jonathan Ryder

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Photograph 2712807 was awarded to County Antrim, United Kingdom wedding photographer Jonathan Ryder for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present County Antrim, United Kingdom wedding photographer Jonathan Ryder with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Dublin, Ireland.

The very top photojournalistic wedding photographers from around the globe submit their top images to the Wedding Photojournalist Association’s photography competitions 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 competitions is a true accomplishment for a pro wedding photographer.

2023 v06 Photography Competition Judges

David Stephenson, Justin Merriman, Martha Rial, Preston Gannaway
New Jersey, United States

Michelle Arlotta

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Photograph 2707326 was awarded to New Jersey, United States wedding photographer Michelle Arlotta for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present New Jersey, United States wedding photographer Michelle Arlotta with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Parker's Garage, LBI.

The very top documentary-style wedding photographers from around the globe submit their top 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.

2023 v05 Photography Competition Judges

Denny Simmons, Mary Calvert, Peter Power, Renée C. Byer
Virginia, United States

Brittany Diliberto

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Wedding photographer Brittany Diliberto of Virginia, 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 Virginia, United States wedding photographer Brittany Diliberto for outstanding and creative wedding photography at District Winery, Washington DC.

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.

2023 v01 Artistic Guild Judges

Denny Simmons, Martha Rial, Mary Vignoles, Peter Power
Fribourg, Switzerland

Jeremy Sauterel

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Wedding photographer Jeremy Sauterel of Fribourg, Switzerland was awarded by the Artistic Guild of the WPJA for this creative wedding photograph.

The Artistic Guild of the Wedding Photojournalist Association has awarded Fribourg, Switzerland wedding photographer Jeremy Sauterel for outstanding and creative wedding photography at Switzerland Venue.

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.

2023 v01 Artistic Guild Judges

Denny Simmons, Martha Rial, Mary Vignoles, Peter Power
Hampshire, United Kingdom

Paul Tansley

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Wedding photographer Paul Tansley of Hampshire, United Kingdom was awarded by the Artistic Guild of the WPJA for this creative wedding photograph.

The Artistic Guild of the Wedding Photojournalist Association has awarded Hampshire, United Kingdom wedding photographer Paul Tansley for outstanding and creative wedding photography at Groomes Farm, Bordon, Hampshire.

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.

2023 v01 Artistic Guild Judges

Denny Simmons, Martha Rial, Mary Vignoles, Peter Power
California, United States

Brett Butterstein

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Photograph 2649545 was awarded to California, United States wedding photographer Brett Butterstein for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present California, United States wedding photographer Brett Butterstein with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Sanctuary Resort, Scottsdale, AZ.

The very best photojournalistic wedding photographers from around the globe 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 major accomplishment for a professional wedding photographer.

2021 v04 Photography Competition Judges

Jackie Bell, David Leeson, Mary Calvert, William Snyder

Wedding photographer Tsvetelina Deliyska 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 Tsvetelina Deliyska 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.

2021 v01 Artistic Guild Judges

David Leeson, Mary Calvert, Mary Vignoles, Seth Resnick
California, United States

Nicky Byrnes

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Photograph 2605393 was awarded to California, United States wedding photographer Nicky Byrnes for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present California, United States wedding photographer Nicky Byrnes with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Terlingua, TX.

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 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 true accomplishment for a pro wedding photographer.

2020 v04 Photography Competition Judges

Amanda Voisard, Jim Gehrz, Jeanie Adams-Smith, Joe Weiss

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.