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California, United States

Nicky Byrnes

Photograph 2724397 was awarded to California, United States wedding photographer Nicky Byrnes for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present California, United States wedding photographer Nicky Byrnes with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Palisades Tahoe Ski Resort.

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 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 true accomplishment for a professional wedding photographer.

2024 v01 Photography Competition Judges

Jim Gehrz, Justin Merriman, Mary Vignoles, Preston Gannaway

Colorado, United States

Stacy Gillespie

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Photograph 2724225 was awarded to Colorado, United States wedding photographer Stacy Gillespie for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present Colorado, United States wedding photographer Stacy Gillespie with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Colorado Deep Snow Walk.

The very top documentary-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 pro wedding photographer.

2024 v01 Photography Competition Judges

Jim Gehrz, Justin Merriman, Mary Vignoles, Preston Gannaway

Pennsylvania, United States

Erin Ninehouser

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Pennsylvania wedding photographer Erin Ninehouser is the recipient of this WPJA Diamond Award for creative wedding engagement photography

We are proud to present Pennsylvania, United States engagement photographer Erin Ninehouser 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.

Isere(38) , France

Chloe Perez

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Isere(38) wedding photographer Chloe Perez is the recipient of this WPJA Diamond Award for creative wedding engagement photography

We are proud to present Isere(38) , France engagement photographer Chloe Perez 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.

Ohio, United States

Andrew Morrell

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Ohio wedding photographer Andrew Morrell is the recipient of this WPJA Diamond Award for creative wedding engagement photography

We are proud to present Ohio, United States engagement photographer Andrew Morrell 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.

Bern, Switzerland

Vincent Bourrut

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This image by Vincent Bourrut, a wedding photographer serving Bern, Switzerland, has been chosen as a WPJA Spotlight for its exceptional creativity.

The Wedding Photojournalist Association is delighted to showcase Vincent Bourrut,, an exceptional Bern, Switzerland 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.

Rheinland-Pfalz, Germany

Stephanie Schneider-Kieslich

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Rheinland-Pfalz wedding photographer Stephanie Schneider-Kieslich is the recipient of this WPJA Diamond Award for creative wedding engagement photography

We are proud to present Rheinland-Pfalz, Germany engagement photographer Stephanie Schneider-Kieslich 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.

Fribourg, Switzerland

Jeremy Sauterel

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This image by Jeremy Sauterel, a wedding photographer serving Fribourg, Switzerland, has been chosen as a WPJA Spotlight for its exceptional creativity.

The Wedding Photojournalist Association is delighted to showcase Jeremy Sauterel,, an exceptional Fribourg, Switzerland 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.

Fribourg, Switzerland

Jeremy Sauterel

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Fribourg wedding photographer Jeremy Sauterel is the recipient of this WPJA Diamond Award for creative wedding engagement photography

We are proud to present Fribourg, Switzerland engagement photographer Jeremy Sauterel 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.

Colorado, United States

Nina Larsen Reed

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Colorado wedding photographer Nina Larsen Reed is the recipient of this WPJA Diamond Award for creative wedding engagement photography

We are proud to present Colorado, United States engagement photographer Nina Larsen Reed 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.