Hacienda Sitio de Mata, Pavones-Turrialba, Cartago, Costa Rica
San Jose Wedding Photography Award - 2711670
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 best documentary-style wedding photographers from around the world submit their best images to the Wedding Photojournalist Association’s photography competitions 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 competitions is a major accomplishment for a pro wedding photographer.
2023 v06 Photography Competition Judges
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.
Photograph 2711670 was awarded to San Jose, Costa Rica wedding photographer Mauricio Urena for being the best in documentary wedding photography.