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Wedding Photography Award - 2671470

At a wedding in St Ouen, France, the mayor surprises the bride and groom with their favorite football team shirts, personalized with their names

Photograph 2671470 was awarded to France wedding photographer Elodie Ruelleux Dagorne for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present France wedding photographer Elodie Ruelleux Dagorne with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at St. Ouen, France.

The very top reportage-style wedding photographers from around the globe submit their top photos to the Wedding Photojournalist Association’s photography contests 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 contests is a major accomplishment for a pro wedding photographer.

St. Ouen, France

2022 v03 Photography Competition Judges

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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.