1st place in Portrait of Bridal Party
The WPJA contest judges presented Kesha Lambert, a New York, 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.
2014 Q3 Photography Contest Judges
Judges
- This image reminded me of a wall relief sculpture of the three Graces. I love the angle from behind and the inclusion of the crowd. The tilt of the bride's head adds a nice touch of grace.
- I thought the body language of this image was powerful. A good angle, but a risky angle by the photographer to get a good shot. The image speaks to the relationship between these women – that there is a closeness between them. I think it is a powerful photo.
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 Kesha Lambert, was awarded 1st place for photo 1464471 in the Portrait of Bridal Party category for the WPJA's 2014 Q3 Photography Contest.