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Wedding Photography Award - 2642477

A France wedding photojournalist at Domaine de Courtalain captured this moment of the Groom getting ready with some help by the groomsmen putting on his pants

Photograph 2642477 was awarded to France wedding photographer Jean Baptiste Chauvin for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present France wedding photographer Jean Baptiste Chauvin with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Domaine de Courtalain.

The very top documentary-style wedding photographers from around the globe submit their top images to the Wedding Photojournalist Association’s photography contests because they appreciate having the opportunity to be awarded 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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