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California, United States

Chris Werner

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This image by Chris Werner, a wedding photographer serving California, United States, has been chosen as a WPJA Spotlight for its exceptional creativity.

The Wedding Photojournalist Association is delighted to showcase Chris Werner,, an exceptional California, United States wedding photographer. This captivating image has earned a prestigious WPJA Spotlight Feature, highlighting remarkable talent and artistic approach. Join us in celebrating the unparalleled creativity and excellence exhibited by a WPJA member.

North Carolina, United States

Neil Thurston

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Photograph 2707273 was awarded to North Carolina, United States wedding photographer Neil Thurston for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present North Carolina, United States wedding photographer Neil Thurston with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Corolla, NC Beach Ceremony.

The very best photojournalistic wedding photographers from around the globe submit their best pictures to the Wedding Photojournalist Association’s photography competitions because they appreciate having the opportunity to be recognized 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 competitions is a true accomplishment for a pro wedding photographer.

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Photograph 2706725 was awarded to Ragusa, Italy wedding photographer Claudio Castilletti for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present Ragusa, Italy wedding photographer Claudio Castilletti with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Modica Beach Resort.

The very best reportage-style wedding photographers from around the globe 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.

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Guernsey, United Kingdom

Nick Despres

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Wedding photographer Nick Despres of Guernsey, United Kingdom was awarded by the Artistic Guild of the WPJA for this creative wedding photograph.

The Artistic Guild of the Wedding Photojournalist Association has awarded Guernsey, United Kingdom wedding photographer Nick Despres for outstanding and creative wedding photography at Dixcart Bay, Sark.

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.

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Istanbul, Turkey

Ufuk Sarisen

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Wedding photographer Ufuk Sarisen of Istanbul, Turkey was awarded by the Artistic Guild of the WPJA for this creative wedding photograph.

The Artistic Guild of the Wedding Photojournalist Association has awarded Istanbul, Turkey wedding photographer Ufuk Sarisen for outstanding and creative wedding photography at Bride on Beach in Kyrenia, Cyprus.

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.

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Illinois, United States

Travis Haughton

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Photograph 2689980 was awarded to Illinois, United States wedding photographer Travis Haughton for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present Illinois, United States wedding photographer Travis Haughton with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Royalton Punta Cana, Domincan Republic.

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

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Oaxaca, Mexico

Nikhol Esteras

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Photograph 2689207 was awarded to Oaxaca, Mexico wedding photographer Nikhol Esteras for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present Oaxaca, Mexico wedding photographer Nikhol Esteras with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Puerto Escondido, Oaxaca Beach Ceremony.

The very best reportage-style wedding photographers from around the globe 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.

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California, United States

Joyce Perlman

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Photograph 2682423 was awarded to California, United States wedding photographer Joyce Perlman for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present California, United States wedding photographer Joyce Perlman with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Elk Cove Inn, Mendocino.

The very top reportage-style wedding photographers from around the globe submit their top pictures to the Wedding Photojournalist Association’s photography competitions because they appreciate having the opportunity to be recognized 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 competitions is a major accomplishment for a pro wedding photographer.

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Maine, United States

Brittany Bugaj

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Photograph 2679835 was awarded to Maine, United States wedding photographer Brittany Bugaj for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present Maine, United States wedding photographer Brittany Bugaj with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Ocean Drive, Acadia National Park.

The very best reportage-style wedding photographers from around the globe submit their best images to the Wedding Photojournalist Association’s photography contests 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 contests is a true accomplishment for a professional wedding photographer.

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São Paulo, Brazil

Eric Corbacho

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Wedding photographer Eric Corbacho of São Paulo, Brazil was awarded by the Artistic Guild of the WPJA for this creative wedding photograph.

The Artistic Guild of the Wedding Photojournalist Association has awarded São Paulo, Brazil wedding photographer Eric Corbacho for outstanding and creative wedding photography at Cancun Beach Wedding.

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.

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