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This image by Pedro Volana, a wedding photographer serving Jaen, Spain, has been chosen as a WPJA Spotlight for its exceptional creativity.

The Wedding Photojournalist Association is delighted to showcase Pedro Volana,, an exceptional Jaen, Spain 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.

Photograph 2710161 was awarded to China wedding photographer Seven Tao for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present China wedding photographer Seven Tao with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Shanghai Emotional Ceremony.

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

2023 v06 Photography Competition Judges

Haute-Garonne (31) , France

Nicolas Issaly

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Photograph 2693293 was awarded to Haute-Garonne (31) , France wedding photographer Nicolas Issaly for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present Haute-Garonne (31) , France wedding photographer Nicolas Issaly with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Domaine de Koukano.

The very top reportage-style wedding photographers from around the globe submit their top pictures to the Wedding Photojournalist Association’s photography competitions 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 competitions is a major accomplishment for a pro wedding photographer.

2023 v02 Photography Competition Judges

Tennessee, United States

Bryan Aleman

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Photograph 2690003 was awarded to Tennessee, United States wedding photographer Bryan Aleman for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present Tennessee, United States wedding photographer Bryan Aleman with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Gatlinburg, TN.

The very top reportage-style wedding photographers from around the world submit their top 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 pro wedding photographer.

2023 v01 Photography Competition Judges

Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom

Shaun Carr

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Photograph 2687476 was awarded to Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom wedding photographer Shaun Carr for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom wedding photographer Shaun Carr with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Buckinghamshire Bride.

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.

2023 v01 Photography Competition Judges

East Riding of Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Hollie Mateer

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Photograph 2668168 was awarded to East Riding of Yorkshire, United Kingdom wedding photographer Hollie Mateer for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present East Riding of Yorkshire, United Kingdom wedding photographer Hollie Mateer with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Highfield House, Driffield.

The very best photojournalistic wedding photographers from around the world submit their best 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 pro wedding photographer.

2022 v02 Photography Competition Judges

Tarn (81) , France

Loic Bourniquel

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Photograph 2664307 was awarded to Tarn (81) , France wedding photographer Loic Bourniquel for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present Tarn (81) , France wedding photographer Loic Bourniquel with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Tarn, France.

The very top photojournalistic wedding photographers from around the world 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 true accomplishment for a pro wedding photographer.

2022 v02 Photography Competition Judges

Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil

Renan Radici

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Photograph 2661338 was awarded to Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil wedding photographer Renan Radici for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil wedding photographer Renan Radici with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at La Hacienda, Rio Grande do Sul.

The very best reportage-style wedding photographers from around the world submit their best pictures to the Wedding Photojournalist Association’s photography competitions 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 competitions is a true accomplishment for a professional wedding photographer.

2022 v01 Photography Competition Judges

Colorado, United States

Caroline Robert

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Image 2655609 was recognized with a TLC award and presented to Colorado, United States wedding photographer Caroline Robert for capturing a real moment at an actual event and being ranked with the world’s best wedding photographers.

The Wedding Photojournalist Association is happy to present Colorado, United States wedding photographer Caroline Robert with a True Love Captured TLC WPJA award for recording a real moment at a marriage event: wedding photojournalism.

The best wedding photographers from around the world send in their favorite ‘emotion’ images to the WPJA’s TLC documentary photography contests for recognition in this highly competitive field. The most notable working photojournalists and newspaper picture editors in the industry (not the wedding industry) review their work and award the top images.

Lancashire, United Kingdom

Andy Griffiths

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Photograph 2652730 was awarded to Lancashire, United Kingdom wedding photographer Andy Griffiths for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present Lancashire, United Kingdom wedding photographer Andy Griffiths with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Soughton Hall.

The very best documentary-style 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 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 competitions is a true accomplishment for a professional wedding photographer.

2021 v04 Photography Competition Judges