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Lot-et-Garonne (47) , France

Vincent Dupin

This image by Vincent Dupin, a wedding photographer serving Lot-et-Garonne (47) , France, has been chosen as a WPJA Spotlight for its exceptional creativity.

The Wedding Photojournalist Association is delighted to showcase Vincent Dupin,, an exceptional Lot-et-Garonne (47) , France 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.

Oise (60) , France

Frederic Bry

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Photograph 2707478 was awarded to Oise (60) , France wedding photographer Frederic Bry for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present Oise (60) , France wedding photographer Frederic Bry with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Oise Opening Dance.

The very top photojournalistic 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 professional wedding photographer.

2023 v05 Photography Competition Judges

Denny Simmons, Mary Calvert, Peter Power, Renée C. Byer

Pennsylvania, United States

John Ryan

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Pennsylvania wedding photographer John Ryan is the recipient of this WPJA Diamond Award for creative wedding engagement photography

We are proud to present Pennsylvania, United States engagement photographer John Ryan with this WPJA Diamond Award for creating a praise-worthy artistic engagement portrait that ranks among the best. This top industry award helps make the case that wedding photojournalists take the most creative engagement photographs of all. Member clients use these pre-wedding portraits for gifts, Save the Date cards, wedding websites, newspaper announcements and for display at the wedding reception.

Jaen, Spain

Rocio Sanchez

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Jaen wedding photographer Rocio Sanchez is the recipient of this WPJA Diamond Award for creative wedding engagement photography

We are proud to present Jaen, Spain engagement photographer Rocio Sanchez with this WPJA Diamond Award for creating a praise-worthy artistic engagement portrait that ranks among the best. This top industry award helps make the case that wedding photojournalists take the most creative engagement photographs of all. Member clients use these pre-wedding portraits for gifts, Save the Date cards, wedding websites, newspaper announcements and for display at the wedding reception.

Gironde (33) , France

Pierre Cassagne

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Wedding photographer Pierre Cassagne of Gironde (33) , 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 Gironde (33) , France wedding photographer Pierre Cassagne for outstanding and creative wedding photography at Bordeaux.

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

Genova, Italy

Julian Kanz

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Photograph 2677459 was awarded to Genova, Italy wedding photographer Julian Kanz for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present Genova, Italy wedding photographer Julian Kanz with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Castello di Bracciano, Rome.

The very top reportage-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 professional wedding photographer.

2022 v04 Photography Competition Judges

David Stephenson, Dennis Brack, Martha Rial, Mary Vignoles

Hessen, Germany

Steven Herrschaft

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Photograph 2667380 was awarded to Hessen, Germany wedding photographer Steven Herrschaft for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present Hessen, Germany wedding photographer Steven Herrschaft with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Remscheid.

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 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 true accomplishment for a professional wedding photographer.

2022 v02 Photography Competition Judges

David Stephenson, Mary Calvert, Michael Ainsworth, Mary Vignoles

Brabant Wallon, Belgium

Alexis Pauwels

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Photograph 2665966 was awarded to Brabant Wallon, Belgium wedding photographer Alexis Pauwels for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present Brabant Wallon, Belgium wedding photographer Alexis Pauwels with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Brabant Wallon.

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

David Stephenson, Mary Calvert, Michael Ainsworth, Mary Vignoles

Haute-Garonne (31) , France

Isabelle Bazin

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Wedding photographer Isabelle Bazin of Haute-Garonne (31) , 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 Haute-Garonne (31) , France wedding photographer Isabelle Bazin for outstanding and creative wedding photography at Toulouse, France.

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 v01 Artistic Guild Judges

David Stephenson, Gary Porter, Mary Calvert, Mary Vignoles

São Paulo, Brazil

Eric Corbacho

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Wedding photographer Eric Corbacho of São Paulo, Brazil was awarded by the Artistic Guild of the WPJA for this creative wedding photograph.

The Artistic Guild of the Wedding Photojournalist Association has awarded São Paulo, Brazil wedding photographer Eric Corbacho for outstanding and creative wedding photography at Sao Paulo Bridal Portrait.

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 v01 Artistic Guild Judges

David Stephenson, Gary Porter, Mary Calvert, Mary Vignoles