tearful Wedding Photographers

Rhone (69) , France

Elise Julliard

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This image by Elise Julliard, a wedding photographer serving Rhone (69) , France, has been chosen as a WPJA Spotlight for its exceptional creativity.

The Wedding Photojournalist Association is delighted to showcase Elise Julliard,, an exceptional Rhone (69) , 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.

Pennsylvania, United States

Erica Dietz

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Photograph 2693958 was awarded to Pennsylvania, United States wedding photographer Erica Dietz for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present Pennsylvania, United States wedding photographer Erica Dietz with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at The Woods at Eisler Farms, Butler, PA.

The very top documentary-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 major accomplishment for a pro wedding photographer.

2023 v02 Photography Competition Judges

Virginia, United States

Xiaoqi Li

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Image 2686309 was recognized with a TLC award and presented to Virginia, United States wedding photographer Xiaoqi Li 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 Virginia, United States wedding photographer Xiaoqi Li 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.

Photograph 2650318 was awarded to Romania wedding photographer Petrica Tanase for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present Romania wedding photographer Petrica Tanase with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Saint Spiridon Church, Romania.

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

2021 v04 Photography Competition Judges

District Of Columbia, United States

Ken Pak

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Photograph 2635235 was awarded to District Of Columbia, United States wedding photographer Ken Pak for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present District Of Columbia, United States wedding photographer Ken Pak with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Atkinson Farm, Virginia.

The very best documentary-style 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 true accomplishment for a pro wedding photographer.

2021 v02 Photography Competition Judges

California, United States

Chris Werner

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Image 2620048 was recognized with a TLC award and presented to California, United States wedding photographer Chris Werner 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 California, United States wedding photographer Chris Werner 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.

Massachusetts, United States

Katie Kaizer

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Image 2618960 was recognized with a TLC award and presented to Massachusetts, United States wedding photographer Katie Kaizer 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 Massachusetts, United States wedding photographer Katie Kaizer 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.

California, United States

Raymond Nguyen

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Photograph 2473766 was awarded to California, United States wedding photographer Raymond Nguyen for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present California, United States wedding photographer Raymond Nguyen with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Harley Farms.

The very top documentary-style wedding photographers from around the globe 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 pro wedding photographer.

2019 v05 Photography Competition Judges

Da Nang, Vietnam

Lucas Tran

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Photograph 2374171 was awarded to Da Nang, Vietnam wedding photographer Lucas Tran for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present Da Nang, Vietnam wedding photographer Lucas Tran with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at DaNang - Vietnam.

The very top photojournalistic wedding photographers from around the globe 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 true accomplishment for a professional wedding photographer.

2018 v19 Photography Competition Judges