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Wedding Photography Award - 2688979

Everyone enjoyed the special moment at a hotel in Lijiang, Yunan, China after the wedding ceremony, basking in the beauty of the blue sky

Photograph 2688979 was awarded to China wedding photographer Leon Wong for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present China wedding photographer Leon Wong with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Hotel in Lijiang, Yunan, China.

The very best documentary-style wedding photographers from around the world submit their best 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.

Hotel in Lijiang, Yunan, China

2023 v01 Photography Competition Judges

Jim Gehrz, Justin Merriman, Mary Calvert, Renée C. Byer

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.