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Istanbul, Turkey

Serenay Lokcetin

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Photograph 2361286 was awarded to Istanbul, Turkey wedding photographer Serenay Lokcetin for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present Istanbul, Turkey wedding photographer Serenay Lokcetin with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Bursa, Turkey.

The very top reportage-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 true accomplishment for a pro wedding photographer.

Wedding photographer Jeremy Standley, was awarded place for photo 175711 in the category for the WPJA's .

The WPJA contest judges presented Jeremy Standley, a Malaga, Spain wedding photographer, with this Master Piece Award as recognition for top wedding photojournalism in the industry.

The leading documentary wedding photographers in the world enter their best photos to the Wedding Photojournalist Association's photography competitions. They want their wedding reportage photographs to be evaluated and selected by some of the most notable and respected working picture editors and photojournalists in the news industry (these are not wedding photographers or other WPJA members judging their work). Winning these competitions is a true accomplishment for a wedding photographer.

Judges

  • This image is a surprise to me, and I think images that surprise you, and show you something you don't normally see, rise above the rest. I love the body language of the girl and the referring element to the right of what she is reacting to. Great job in getting this as it was a quick moment I'm sure.
Missouri, United States

Jeremy Lawson

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Wedding photographer Jeremy Lawson, was awarded place for photo 55121 in the category for the WPJA's .

The WPJA contest judges presented Jeremy Lawson, a Missouri, United States wedding photographer, with this Master Piece Award as recognition for top wedding photojournalism in the industry.

The leading documentary wedding photographers in the world enter their best photos to the Wedding Photojournalist Association's photography competitions. They want their wedding reportage photographs to be evaluated and selected by some of the most notable and respected working picture editors and photojournalists in the news industry (these are not wedding photographers or other WPJA members judging their work). Winning these competitions is a true accomplishment for a wedding photographer.

Judges

  • A classic, well done goodbye scene. It almost feels like the photographer IS the woman with the outstretched arms. The expressions are strong, the energy captured is quite nice.
South Carolina, United States

Ben Chrisman

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Wedding photographer Ben Chrisman, was awarded place for photo 320171 in the category for the WPJA's .

The WPJA contest judges presented Ben Chrisman, a South Carolina, United States wedding photographer, with this Master Piece Award as recognition for top wedding photojournalism in the industry.

The leading documentary wedding photographers in the world enter their best photos to the Wedding Photojournalist Association's photography competitions. They want their wedding reportage photographs to be evaluated and selected by some of the most notable and respected working picture editors and photojournalists in the news industry (these are not wedding photographers or other WPJA members judging their work). Winning these competitions is a true accomplishment for a wedding photographer.

Judges

  • For me, this is one of the best images in the entire contest. Great gesture, solid lighting, good composition and outright hysterical.
  • This image has a great feel to it. I loved that they were obviously in such a formal place but were behaving as though it was their party and no one else's. It has great warmth to it, too.
Guangdong, China

Hao Qiao

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Wedding photographer Hao Qiao, was awarded place for photo 635196 in the category for the WPJA's .

The WPJA contest judges presented Hao Qiao, a Guangdong, China wedding photographer, with this Master Piece Award as recognition for top wedding photojournalism in the industry.

The leading documentary wedding photographers in the world enter their best photos to the Wedding Photojournalist Association's photography competitions. They want their wedding reportage photographs to be evaluated and selected by some of the most notable and respected working picture editors and photojournalists in the news industry (these are not wedding photographers or other WPJA members judging their work). Winning these competitions is a true accomplishment for a wedding photographer.

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    Connecticut, United States

    Chris Volpe

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    Wedding photographer Chris Volpe, was awarded place for photo 853166 in the category for the WPJA's .

    The WPJA contest judges presented Chris Volpe, a Connecticut, United States wedding photographer, with this Master Piece Award as recognition for top wedding photojournalism in the industry.

    The leading documentary wedding photographers in the world enter their best photos to the Wedding Photojournalist Association's photography competitions. They want their wedding reportage photographs to be evaluated and selected by some of the most notable and respected working picture editors and photojournalists in the news industry (these are not wedding photographers or other WPJA members judging their work). Winning these competitions is a true accomplishment for a wedding photographer.

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      Colorado, United States

      Chris Humphreys

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      Wedding photographer Chris Humphreys, was awarded place for photo 70326 in the category for the WPJA's .

      The WPJA contest judges presented Chris Humphreys, a Colorado, United States wedding photographer, with this Master Piece Award as recognition for top wedding photojournalism in the industry.

      The leading documentary wedding photographers in the world enter their best photos to the Wedding Photojournalist Association's photography competitions. They want their wedding reportage photographs to be evaluated and selected by some of the most notable and respected working picture editors and photojournalists in the news industry (these are not wedding photographers or other WPJA members judging their work). Winning these competitions is a true accomplishment for a wedding photographer.

      Judges

      • This is a timeless picture, great moment and composition. It's more than a wedding picture. It's a photograph that can be hung on a wall as art. I love the way the photographer stood back, quietly took in the scene, absorbed the moment and the surroundings. It has so many layers of information - many photographs in this one frame. I love bride and groom's body language - they stand like as if they are gods, position of hands, position of birds near the hands - all of this in the context of the wedding guests all looking up at the birds' release, in the context of beautiful near the ocean landscape.
      • A beautiful interpretation of an old classic. Black and white photography coupled with a graceful moment and nice composition set this image apart.
      Virginia, United States

      Don Mears

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      Wedding photographer Don Mears, was awarded place for photo 55106 in the category for the WPJA's .

      The WPJA contest judges presented Don Mears, a Virginia, United States wedding photographer, with this Master Piece Award as recognition for top wedding photojournalism in the industry.

      The leading documentary wedding photographers in the world enter their best photos to the Wedding Photojournalist Association's photography competitions. They want their wedding reportage photographs to be evaluated and selected by some of the most notable and respected working picture editors and photojournalists in the news industry (these are not wedding photographers or other WPJA members judging their work). Winning these competitions is a true accomplishment for a wedding photographer.

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        Massachusetts, United States

        Emily Sterne

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        Wedding photographer Emily Sterne, was awarded place for photo 278346 in the category for the WPJA's .

        The WPJA contest judges presented Emily Sterne, a Massachusetts, United States wedding photographer, with this Master Piece Award as recognition for top wedding photojournalism in the industry.

        The leading documentary wedding photographers in the world enter their best photos to the Wedding Photojournalist Association's photography competitions. They want their wedding reportage photographs to be evaluated and selected by some of the most notable and respected working picture editors and photojournalists in the news industry (these are not wedding photographers or other WPJA members judging their work). Winning these competitions is a true accomplishment for a wedding photographer.

        Judges

        • Another ceremony image with a lot of humor. I love the composition with the heads of the bride and groom cropped out as they both reach for folks in the crowd. The couple holding hands is also a nice touch.
        Quintana Roo, Mexico

        Matt Adcock

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        Wedding photographer Matt Adcock, was awarded place for photo 71601 in the category for the WPJA's .

        The WPJA contest judges presented Matt Adcock, a Quintana Roo, Mexico wedding photographer, with this Master Piece Award as recognition for top wedding photojournalism in the industry.

        The leading documentary wedding photographers in the world enter their best photos to the Wedding Photojournalist Association's photography competitions. They want their wedding reportage photographs to be evaluated and selected by some of the most notable and respected working picture editors and photojournalists in the news industry (these are not wedding photographers or other WPJA members judging their work). Winning these competitions is a true accomplishment for a wedding photographer.

        Judges

        • Nice classic picture after the ceremony of walking down the aisle. I love the position of the flower, petals flying everywhere, and bride's arm tells you of celebration and is the focal point of the picture. The man on the left tossing flower petals adds to the energy of the picture, very nice light and color.

        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.