10th place in Bride and Groom
The WPJA contest judges presented Jonathan Adams, a Kentucky, 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.
2009 BRIDES Magazine Judges
Judges
- From the bride’s wide smile, to the excited expression on her guests’ faces, to the glittering sparklers, this picture screams festivity. The warm gold glow from the sparklers adds to the ambiance of this jubilant outdoor reception. Strong use of lighting, waiting for the exact moment as the bride neared the camera and the beauty of the sparklers all combine to make a beautiful frame.
The best and top wedding photographs from this category
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.
Wedding photographer Jonathan Adams, was awarded 10th place for photo 114746 in the Bride and Groom category for the WPJA's 2009 BRIDES Magazine.