Marie Labbancz
Marie Labbancz is an international award winning fine art wedding photojournalist based out of Princeton, NJ. Her unique romantic approach has made her one of her regions most sought after photographers. A recipient of the Kodak Gallery Award, the Fuji Masterpiece Award and numerous merit awards with PPA, WPPI and of course WPJA, Marie was cited as a "Top Knot" photographer by PDN magazine. Her distinctive editorial style has made her a regular contributor to numerous top wedding publications such as Inside Weddings, Grace Ormonde, Elegant Bride, The Knot, Modern Bride and Philadelphia Wedding, to name a few. Combined with a natural propensity for artistic composition and an obsession for mastery of the craft of photography, Marie's imagery has been described as pure. She studied photography at the School of Visual Arts in NYC, and in addition, she is a Certified Social Worker, combining her skill and craftsmanship in photography with great warmth, sensitivity and empathy for her subject matter.
| Photographer | Marie Labbancz |
| Location | Robbinsville in New Jersey, United States |
| Starting Rates | $6000+ (USD) |
| AG|WPJA | |
| Website | artoflove.com |
| Photos | 28 Contest Winning Photos |
| Blog | artoflove.com/blog |
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The Wedding Photojournalist Association proudly recognizes the accomplishments and creative excellence of Marie Labbancz. The following awards have been earned by Marie from the WPJA. These achievements come with great merit considering the high level of competition that a member faces in the contests.
| 2011 | Q3 | 13th Place - Engagement Portrait |
| 2010 | Q4 | 20th Place - Silhouettes, Shadows & Good Light |
| 2009 | BRIDES | 1st Place - Customs / Culture |
| 2008 | Q4 |
5th Place - Engagement Portraits
17th Place - Creative Portrait |
| Q2 | 13th Place - Kids (being kids) | |
| BRIDES | 6th Place - Dancing | |
| 2007 | Q4 | 10th Place - Reception |
| BRIDES |
2nd Place - Ceremony
4th Place - Bride and/or Groom 7th Place - Kids | |
| Q1 | 7th Place - Action | |
| 2006 | Winter | 7th Place - Food & Drinks |
| Fall | 19th Place - Ceremony | |
| Summer | 7th Place - Bride & Groom Toasting | |
| 2005 | Fall |
5th Place - Action
7th Place - Creative Portrait 9th Place - Architecture & Settings |
| Summer | 8th Place - Creative Portraits | |
| 2004 | Winter |
1st Place - Portrait of Bride & Groom
3rd Place - Creative Portrait of Bridal Party 10th Place - Portrait of Bride & Groom |
| Fall | 1st Place - Silhouettes, Shadows & Light | |
| Summer |
2nd Place - Artistic
6th Place - Musicians 8th Place - Using Available Light | |
| Spring |
1st Place - Humor
5th Place - Bride or Groom Portrait |