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Benjamin Wagner

Ben Wagner Photography | Washington Candid Weddings

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Award-Winning Wedding Photojournalist Captures PNW Love Stories

My passion for candid style photography began my senior year of high school when I received my first digital camera as a birthday gift. I used that camera to document some of the best times of my life: prom, senior trip, my first years at college. After over ten years of documenting my daily life, I began shooting professionally in 2018. I received my MA in English in 2016, and I continue to explore the connection between photography and the written word, and my writing and photography have been featured in Fuji X Passion Magazine. I moved to the Seattle area of Washington State in the Pacific Northwest in late 2020, where I live with my wife and dog.

6 Awards for Documentary Wedding Photography

At Beau Lodge in Bow, Washington, the emotional mother of the groom sheds a tear during the mother/son dance. This image won an award from WPJA, showcasing the photographer's expertise in capturing touching moments.
2023 v06 Photography Competition
At Maple Leaf Events in Stevenson, Washington, USA, the mother of the bride shares a poignant moment with her daughter, gently wiping away a tear as they make their way up the aisle. A touching display of love and emotion on this special wedding day.
2023 v06 Photography Competition
Maid of Honor captures a candid image with the bride and groom in a fun selfie at Maple Leaf Events in Stevenson, Washington, USA, showcasing their joy on their wedding day.
2023 v06 Photography Competition
At the Broadway Hall, Bellingham, WA, an emotional bride reads special vows written for her new stepchildren
2022 v04 Photography Competition
Lake Tapps, WA winning image from the best documentary style wedding photography contest in the world showing The bride gets a sunscreen touch-up during a hot July wedding
2022 v02 Photography Competition
Washington documentary-style wedding image from a Lake Tapps private home showing The mother of the groom, who's battling brain cancer, insists on making the traditional mother and son dance happen
2022 v02 Photography Competition
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1 TOP Wedding Photographer Titles

The WPJA proudly recognizes Benjamin Wagner as a TOP International Wedding Photographer. Members holding the most contest points at the end of each year are ranked as TOP Wedding Photographers or, in some cases POY - Photographer of the Year.

2 Client Letters

The following letters are from the clients of Benjamin Wagner.

Groom reaches for a pen during wedding license signing at Olympic Peninsula

Married: 2 years ago

Elizabeth and Don

I'm forever grateful for the pictures we got (which was a lot) and I had a hard time picking my favorites. Thank you again so much Ben!!

Couple's first kiss during outdoor wedding ceremony at Arboretum in Yakima, Washington

Married: 2 years ago

Aimee and Kevin

We just got our sneak peak pictures and I couldn’t be happier with what I’ve seen. A big thank you Ben and a huge recommendation!!

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