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Wedding Photography Award - 2704521

In this WPJA Blue award-winning photograph, a bride in Auvergne receives assistance with putting on her shoes while she stands surrounded by supportive helpers during her bridal prep

Photograph 2704521 was awarded to France wedding photographer Elodie Ruelleux Dagorne for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present France wedding photographer Elodie Ruelleux Dagorne with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Auvergne.

The very top reportage-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 professional wedding photographer.

Auvergne

2023 v04 Photography Competition Judges

Jeanie Adams-Smith, Justin Merriman, Martha Rial, William Snyder

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.