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Photograph 2689752 was awarded to Austria wedding photographer Christiane Wolfram for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present Austria wedding photographer Christiane Wolfram with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Schloss Ort, Gmunden, Austria.

The very best photojournalistic 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 pro wedding photographer.

2023 v01 Photography Competition Judges

Limerick, Ireland

Jamie Gillies

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Photograph 2688300 was awarded to Limerick, Ireland wedding photographer Jamie Gillies for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present Limerick, Ireland wedding photographer Jamie Gillies with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Rossleague Manor, Galway, Ireland.

The very best reportage-style wedding photographers from around the globe 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 professional wedding photographer.

2023 v01 Photography Competition Judges

Cotes-d'Armor (22) , France

Hong Phuc Bui

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Photograph 2682961 was awarded to Cotes-d'Armor (22) , France wedding photographer Hong Phuc Bui for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present Cotes-d'Armor (22) , France wedding photographer Hong Phuc Bui with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Brittany Bride.

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 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 contests is a major accomplishment for a pro wedding photographer.

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Varese, Italy

Matteo Reni

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Photograph 2682499 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 Marne Castle, Bergamo.

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

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Cheshire, United Kingdom

Karl Chester

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Photograph 2680989 was awarded to Cheshire, United Kingdom wedding photographer Karl Chester for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present Cheshire, United Kingdom wedding photographer Karl Chester with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Brosholme Hall, UK.

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

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Maine, United States

Brittany Bugaj

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Photograph 2679828 was awarded to Maine, United States wedding photographer Brittany Bugaj for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present Maine, United States wedding photographer Brittany Bugaj with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Bar Harbor Grand Hotel, Maine.

The very top documentary-style 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 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 competitions is a major accomplishment for a professional wedding photographer.

2022 v04 Photography Competition Judges

California, United States

Chris Werner

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Photograph 2679128 was awarded to California, United States wedding photographer Chris Werner for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present California, United States wedding photographer Chris Werner with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Olympic Valley, CA.

The very top documentary-style wedding photographers from around the world 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 major accomplishment for a professional wedding photographer.

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Photograph 2679016 was awarded to Belgium wedding photographer Sven Soetens for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present Belgium wedding photographer Sven Soetens with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Flanders, Belgium.

The very best reportage-style wedding photographers from around the world 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 major accomplishment for a professional wedding photographer.

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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 Hotel Marinela 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.

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Illinois, United States

Sarah Nader

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Photograph 2673922 was awarded to Illinois, United States wedding photographer Sarah Nader for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present Illinois, United States wedding photographer Sarah Nader with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at The Dawson Hotel, Chicago.

The very top reportage-style wedding photographers from around the globe 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 v03 Photography Competition Judges