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Wedding Photography Award - 2689227

At the outdoor wedding reception party on the lawn at a Lille, Nord venue, the father runs to kiss his new son-in-law during the cocktail hour

Photograph 2689227 was awarded to France wedding photographer Estelle Carlier for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present France wedding photographer Estelle Carlier with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Nord, France.

The very best reportage-style wedding photographers from around the globe submit their best pictures to the Wedding Photojournalist Association’s photography contests because they appreciate having the opportunity to be recognized in this field. Their pictures 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.

Nord, France

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.