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United Kingdom

Kristian Leven

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

The Wedding Photojournalist Association is delighted to showcase Kristian Leven,, an exceptional 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.

Arezzo, Italy

Simone Bacci

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Photograph 2705943 was awarded to Arezzo, Italy wedding photographer Simone Bacci for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present Arezzo, Italy wedding photographer Simone Bacci with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Santa Maria Assunta's Church.

The very best documentary-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 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 contests is a major accomplishment for a pro wedding photographer.

2023 v05 Photography Competition Judges

Vermont, United States

Idena Beach

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Image 2686416 was recognized with a TLC award and presented to Vermont, United States wedding photographer Idena Beach 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 Vermont, United States wedding photographer Idena Beach 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.

Calvados (14) , France

Jody Priour

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Photograph 2682352 was awarded to Calvados (14) , France wedding photographer Jody Priour for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present Calvados (14) , France wedding photographer Jody Priour with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Montoire sur le Loire.

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 major accomplishment for a pro wedding photographer.

2022 v04 Photography Competition Judges

Haute-Marne (52) , France

Oliver Saillard

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Photograph 2665608 was awarded to Haute-Marne (52) , France wedding photographer Oliver Saillard for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present Haute-Marne (52) , France wedding photographer Oliver Saillard with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Ardèche.

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 true accomplishment for a pro wedding photographer.

2022 v02 Photography Competition Judges

Minnesota, United States

Earl McCoy

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Photograph 2599913 was awarded to Minnesota, United States wedding photographer Earl McCoy for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present Minnesota, United States wedding photographer Earl McCoy with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at White Bear Lake, MN.

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 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 major accomplishment for a professional wedding photographer.

2020 v03 Photography Competition Judges

Minnesota, United States

Earl McCoy

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Image 2584687 was recognized with a TLC award and presented to Minnesota, United States wedding photographer Earl McCoy 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 Minnesota, United States wedding photographer Earl McCoy 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.

Image 2584606 was recognized with a TLC award and presented to Sofia, Bulgaria wedding photographer Linda Alexandriyska 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 Sofia, Bulgaria wedding photographer Linda Alexandriyska 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.

Antwerpen, Belgium

Sanne De Block

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Photograph 2569925 was awarded to Antwerpen, Belgium wedding photographer Sanne De Block for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present Antwerpen, Belgium wedding photographer Sanne De Block with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Leuven.

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 true accomplishment for a professional wedding photographer.

2019 v19 Photography Competition Judges

West Midlands, United Kingdom

Emil Boczek

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Photograph 2562335 was awarded to West Midlands, United Kingdom wedding photographer Emil Boczek for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present West Midlands, United Kingdom wedding photographer Emil Boczek with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at St Ermins Hotel, London.

The very top reportage-style 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.

2019 v16 Photography Competition Judges