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Photograph 2712163 was awarded to China wedding photographer Xiang Qi for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present China wedding photographer Xiang Qi with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Nanping Hotel Nap.

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

2023 v06 Photography Competition Judges

Colorado, United States

Lucy Schultz

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Photograph 2711894 was awarded to Colorado, United States wedding photographer Lucy Schultz for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present Colorado, United States wedding photographer Lucy Schultz with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Crested Butte, Colorado.

The very top photojournalistic wedding photographers from around the globe submit their top 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 v06 Photography Competition Judges

Photograph 2711867 was awarded to Jaen, Spain wedding photographer Pedro Volana for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present Jaen, Spain wedding photographer Pedro Volana with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Hotel HO Ciudad de Jaén.

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

2023 v06 Photography Competition Judges

San Jose, Costa Rica

Mauricio Urena

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Photograph 2711670 was awarded to San Jose, Costa Rica wedding photographer Mauricio Urena for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present San Jose, Costa Rica wedding photographer Mauricio Urena with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Hacienda Sitio de Mata, Pavones-Turrialba, Cartago, Costa Rica.

The very top photojournalistic 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 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 major accomplishment for a pro wedding photographer.

2023 v06 Photography Competition Judges

Calvados (14) , France

Jody Priour

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Photograph 2711637 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 Normandy Garden Ceremony.

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 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 professional wedding photographer.

2023 v06 Photography Competition Judges

Siracusa, Italy

Simona Cancelli

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Wedding photographer Simona Cancelli of Siracusa, Italy was awarded by the Artistic Guild of the WPJA for this creative wedding photograph.

The Artistic Guild of the Wedding Photojournalist Association has awarded Siracusa, Italy wedding photographer Simona Cancelli for outstanding and creative wedding photography at Castello Maniace.

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.

2019 v02 Artistic Guild Judges

Noord Brabant, Netherlands

Caroline Elenbaas

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Wedding photographer Caroline Elenbaas of Noord Brabant, Netherlands was awarded by the Artistic Guild of the WPJA for this creative wedding photograph.

The Artistic Guild of the Wedding Photojournalist Association has awarded Noord Brabant, Netherlands wedding photographer Caroline Elenbaas for outstanding and creative wedding photography at Bovendonk Hoeven.

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.

2019 v01 Artistic Guild Judges

Sofia, Bulgaria

Boni Bonev

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Photograph 2399676 was awarded to Sofia, Bulgaria wedding photographer Boni Bonev for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present Sofia, Bulgaria wedding photographer Boni Bonev with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Sofia.

The very top photojournalistic 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.

2018 v20 Photography Competition Judges

Photograph 2367751 was awarded to Goa, India wedding photographer Sephi Bergerson for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present Goa, India wedding photographer Sephi Bergerson with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Udaipur.

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

2018 v19 Photography Competition Judges