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2023 v02 Photography Competition Judges

Ken Geiger, Michael Ainsworth, Preston Gannaway, Tom Reese

The Wedding Photojournalist Association is proud to present the winners of Best Wedding Photographers in the 2023 v02 Photography Competition. WPJA documentary wedding photographers are the best in the industry and know that their images are judged by the most notable and respected working newspaper photojournalists and picture editors in the news industry. Winning an award in these competitions is a true accomplishment.

France
Friends gathered in the French Alps for an outdoor wedding ceremony, capturing a special moment together
Sylvain Bouzat
France
An outdoor wedding reception in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes saw the groom throwing the bouquet to the male guests
Jerome Villard
China
The groom was showered with love and red packet gifts from his family at the Shanghai wedding
Seven Tao
Devon, United Kingdom
At The Savoy Hotel in London, a beautiful wedding image was captured of the bride being assisted into her dress by a young woman with an elder woman seated watching and smiling
David Pullum
Vienne (86) , France
An emotional moment was captured at the wedding in Poitiers, Vienne, after the bride tearfully listened to the bridemaid's speech during the cocktail hour
Camille Demolliens
California, United States
A joyous wedding image was captured at Humphreys Half Moon Inn in San Diego, CA, where the bride can be seen lovingly removing her lipstick from her mother's cheek after a sweet kiss
Shaun Baker
Istanbul, Turkey
At a wedding in Istanbul, Turkey, the newlyweds dramatically cut the cake with a large sword at a festive party scene
Nilufer Nalbantoglu
Victoria, Australia
The bride's veil was blown away by the wind as soon as she arrived at her wedding ceremony in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Alan Rogers
Herault (34) , France
At the beautiful Domaine de la Grangette, a stunning outdoor wedding photo was captured during the cocktail hour with hugs for the couple
Johanna Marjoux
Cotes-d'Armor (22) , France
At Bretagne in France, a quiet image of the bride waiting at the bottom of the stairs for her parents to finish getting ready was captured at the reception venue
Hong Phuc Bui
France
At Domaine des Cèdres in Villebois, a creative wedding image was captured with the bride and groom being carried by one strong guest, each in one of his arms
Jessica Evrard
Noord Brabant, Netherlands
The happy wedding couple and their friends were captured in a lively moment as they enjoyed a beer run in the grassy lawn of Bovendonk in Hoeven during their reception
Caroline Elenbaas
Massachusetts, United States
At the Beauport Hotel in Gloucester, Massachusetts, guests had a fun time at the wedding reception, with one guest doing the limbo beneath linked arms of other attendees
Simi Rabinowitz
Massachusetts, United States
The bride and groom waved goodbye to their friends from the backseat of a vintage car, marking the end of their special day at Wychmere Beach Club in Harwich, MA
Alex Paul
Herault (34) , France
A beautiful outdoor wedding image was crafted outside the Eglise de Pomerols following the couple's exiting ceremony
Johanna Marjoux
Vienne (86) , France
The bride and groom are captured in a celebratory wedding image at Poitiers Vienne, coming into the reception, dancing, and holding hands with a small girl
Camille Demolliens
Massachusetts, United States
At the Omni Parker House in Boston, Massachusetts, an image of three generations was created as a grandfather was helped with his bowtie by his son and grandson before the wedding
Simi Rabinowitz
France
The groom and his friends had a humorous exchange in front of the Ardeche town hall as the bride smiled and looked away while he sought advice before saying "I do" at their civil wedding ceremony
Jerome Villard
Haute-Marne (52) , France
At Clos Vougeot, the bride cut a string off the groom's pants with scissors, captured in a timeless wedding image
Oliver Saillard
Taiwan
At Grand Mayfull Hotel in Taipei, Taiwan, an emotional moment unfolded as the flower girl watched the ring bearer cry
Will Tee
Bangkok, Thailand
On the day of her wedding, the bride prepared at the Ruentara Resort & Villa, moments before the ceremony transforming her into a bride
Surasart Areear
Dublin, Ireland
The outdoor wedding image of the couple's first kiss, surrounded by cheering guests seated in rows of chairs beneath tall trees, was created at BrookLodge, Ireland
Annie Kheffache
Sofia, Bulgaria
At Margel 360, Sofia, the bride and groom, joined by a third man, are captured in an image expressing their joy and revelry while dancing, backs to backs, in the midst of their wedding celebration
Tsvetelina Deliyska
Haute-Garonne (31) , France
An indoor wedding ceremony at the Domaine de la Métairie du château was captured in a photo of the bride being startled as her young daughter pulled the veil during the ceremony
Nicolas Issaly
France
The bride and groom shared a range of emotions at the picturesque Le jardin des Acanthes wedding reception
Didier Ropers
East Riding of Yorkshire, United Kingdom
At Priests House in North Yorkshire, England, the bride and groom shared a sweet kiss as staff prepared for the wedding meal and drinks in the foreground
Patrick Mateer
East Riding of Yorkshire, United Kingdom
This unforgettable wedding moment at Sykes Barn in East Yorkshire, England saw an elderly guest take to the stage and join in the fun with two members of the band
Hollie Mateer
Colorado, United States
Amid the giant sequoia trees in Tuolumne Grove, Yosemite, California, the newlyweds shared an emotional moment with the exchange of letters from their loved ones that evoked joyous smiles from the Groom and tearful eyes from the Bride
Lucy Schultz
Hessen, Germany
At their wedding in Darmstadt, the playful couple created a memorable image with the bride getting ready with her hair, assisted by a humorous groom
Steven Herrschaft
County Antrim, United Kingdom
At Ballymaloe House, Co. Cork, Ireland, a page boy proudly held a bouquet aloft for the guests attending the wedding
Jonathan Ryder
Maharashtra, India
This picture captures the moment when friends of the groom threw him into the sea during a beach wedding at Vinpearl Resort in Vietnam
Ankita Asthana
Haute-Marne (52) , France
At the picturesque Clos Vougeot reception venue, a guest serenaded the table of honour during the wedding celebration party
Oliver Saillard
Montana, United States
A majestic bison ambled in the background of a timeless black and white wedding ceremony in Yellowstone
David Clumpner
California, United States
At Crazy Diamond Campground in Ventucopa, CA, the newlywed couple shared a special moment as they recessed their outdoor wedding ceremony
Annie Bang
Argyll and Bute, United Kingdom
This romantic image captures the bride setting up their wedding night accommodation in an outdoor tent on the stunning Island of Iona
William Baillie
Rhone (69) , France
The wedding ceremony of the bride and groom took place in Lyon, Rhône, with their son rolling on the carpet
Elise Julliard
Colorado, United States
At a home in Florissant, Colorado, a beautiful image of the bride getting ready for her wedding day was captured while one of her bridesmaids shed tears of joy upon seeing her dressed for the ceremony
Liam Gordon
Fujian, China
This wedding image captures a modern ceremony held in the breathtaking mountains of Jia
Chengkai Lee
Oaxaca, Mexico
At La Fabrica in Oaxaca City, the father of the bride joyously danced atop a table as the wall behind him was illuminated with vibrant orange and yellow lights
Nikhol Esteras
Vermont, United States
At the Willowdale Estate in Topsfield, MA, the bride joyfully stepped outside and grinned when spotting her waiting fiancé, a look captured in a beautiful wedding photograph
Andy Madea
France
On the beautiful day in Ardeche, the bride-to-be joyfully readied her wedding shoes with the help of her family and friends, already in her bridal gown
Jerome Villard
Milano, Italy
A wedding photo was taken at the bride's house in Varese, Italy during her preparations for the ceremony
Michela Bocciarelli
Jaen, Spain
At Salones Europa in Andújar, Jaén, Spain, guests celebrated in a unique way by lifting the bride and groom overhead on the dance floor during the wedding party
Rocio Sanchez
France
A group of women were seen competing to catch the bride's bouquet at a wedding reception in Isere, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Guillaume Tranquard
Varese, Italy
At Villa Subaglio in Merate, Italy, the bride and groom shared a romantic kiss during dinner, visible through the window to observers outside at the captivating blue hour
Alessandro Arena
Vicenza, Italy
A beautiful wedding image of a priest taking a selfie with the couple in a Venetian church captures the joy of their special day.
Federico Rongaroli
United Kingdom
At Wilton's Music Hall in London, a stunning wedding celebration was commemorated with an image of the couple surrounded by confetti at the ceremony's conclusion
Lyndsey Goddard
Arizona, United States
This urban wedding image captures the Bride and Groom arriving at the Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Reception Venue by Trolley, with the Groom doing his best to help the Bride while tugging on her veil
JD Land
Montana, United States
The mothers of the couple in Missoula, Montana blessed their rings during the wedding ceremony
David Clumpner
Ardeche(07) , France
At the Ardeche location in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, an emotional wedding ceremony unfolded as the father shed tears and the mother held the microphone, trying to speak through her own emotions
Angelique Blaise
Siena, Italy
This wedding image captured at Citta' di Castello, Terzo di Danciano, shows the bride being surrounded by her mother, friends, and the anticipation of her upcoming nuptials
Andrea Sampoli
France
This outdoor wedding reception image, captured at Domaine de Taysse shows happy guests embracing and toasting with drinks to celebrate the newlyweds
Valerie Teppe
California, United States
Luna Trattoria, Mendocino CA Bride admiring her gift from her mom with the groom thanking the mom with a kiss
Joyce Perlman
Puy-de-Dome (63) , France
Three children are attempting to straighten a red carpet on the stairs of Domaine de la Palle in France
David Blateyron
Eure-et-Loir (28) , France
At Centre-Val de Loire, the reception venue for their wedding, the bride and her family prepared under window lighting with her mom, sister and niece
Stephanie Zindel
Sofia, Bulgaria
At Margel 360 in Sofia, the bride is seen hugging her friend who caught the bouquet, while several other women and a young girl look on
Tsvetelina Deliyska
Guangxi, China
This amusing photograph of gate crashing games at wedding in Nanning was taken with amusement by a photographer
Color Song
France
A wedding photo taken at Domaine des Marais, Isère shows the bride's dress caught in the groom's wheelchair
Guillaume Tranquard
Pennsylvania, United States
A wedding image captured at Armstrong Farms in Saxonburg, PA shows a young man having an amazing time with his long hair flying as he headbangs on the dance floor
Erica Dietz
Hauts-de-Seine (92) , France
The bride and groom exited Paris, Île-de-France City Hall hand-in-hand above their heads while being showered with rice in this iconic wedding image
Pierrick Roland
Massachusetts, United States
At the Mother Son Dance at the wedding reception in the Boston Fairmont Copley Hotel, an unforgettable and emotional image was created as the pair danced alone on the empty dance floor
Ben Schaefer
Var (83) , France
An emotional couple and their daughters embrace in Barjols, France in a wedding photograph
Marvin Aimar
Cher (18) , France
A wedding image was created at Domaine de Givray, showing the bride making a spectacular leap of joy, and dropping into the splits on dance floor
Bertrand Roguet
Tarn (81) , France
At Chateau de Conques in Occitanie, France, the groom and his mother are taking a selfie near a large window on the wedding day
Loic Bourniquel
Massachusetts, United States
A funny wedding image was created at the Marriott Hotel in Burlington, Massachusetts, showing the couple sitting at a small round sweetheart table, reacting to a humorous best man toast
Simi Rabinowitz
Georgia, United States
At an outdoor wedding at the Biltmore Mansions in Atlanta, Georgia, an emotional moment was captured as the newlywed couple cried together, seated close on a bench
Joshua Grasso
Hauts-de-Seine (92) , France
A festive wedding image was captured in Paris, Île-de-France, as the bride and groom were ceremoniously carried by their guests into the reception venue
Pierrick Roland
Gironde (33) , France
At the Hippodrome de la Teste, the happy couple enjoyed some champagne beneath a soft orange glow of lanterns
Pierre Cassagne
France
An outdoor garden wedding image was captured at Maison de l'Amérique latine, Paris, France showing a hug between the Groom, his father, and godparents
Luan Nguyen
Trieste, Italy
A loving wedding image was captured in Udine, Friuli Venezia Giulia, Italy, showing the bride being enveloped by the loving embrace of her friends
Lisa De Domenico Pacor
Cotes-d'Armor (22) , France
A wedding photograph of the bouquet toss at the reception venue in Saint-Brieuc, Brittany, France
Hong Phuc Bui
Haute-Garonne (31) , France
This funny wedding image, created at Castelnau des Fieumarcons in Lectoure, France, displays a gentleman inhaling the bouquet after catching it in his unbuttoned shirt
Isabelle Bazin
Delhi, India
A joyous outdoor wedding at Agra was captured in a stunning image of a couple embracing and surrounded by a flurry of yellow flower petals
Shivali Chopra
France
Set against an idyllic backdrop of Domaine de Taysse, male guests at an outdoor reception party enjoyed the cocktail hour watching rugby on their phones while standing beneath the trees at a table
Valerie Teppe
Perugia, Italy
A family member is ceremoniously removing the veil of a bride in a wedding photo taken in Sorrento
Francesca Vitulano
Virginia, United States
At Baltimore's American Visionary Art Museum, an ironic wedding image was created as two ladies on the dance floor mirrored each other, one woman's hands mimicking the movement of the other's hair
Brittany Diliberto
United Kingdom
The bride was filled with emotion as she and her husband were married in a London, England registry office
Kristian Leven
Haute-Marne (52) , France
At Clos Vougeot, the newlyweds, their family, and friends celebrated a beautiful day with heartwarming speeches that made the groom emotional, resulting in tender hugs for all
Oliver Saillard
Isere(38) , France
A photo of the wedding at Château de la Baume, Seyssins captures the bridesmaids displaying a photo album of the bachelor party
Florian Fauvarque
Rhone (69) , France
A charming wedding image was created at Mairie de Saint-Just Chaleyssin, south of Lyon, showing a young girl giving her friend advice on the amount of lip color to apply
Mallory Davies
Illinois, United States
In Denver, Colorado, two groomsmen assist the groom with his tie in this candid wedding image
Travis Haughton
Cotes-d'Armor (22) , France
An image of the bride cutting her outdoor wedding bouquet ribbons, captured at the Côtes-d'Armor, Brittany reception venue, was created by the wedding photographer
Hong Phuc Bui
California, United States
A wedding image was captured at a rental property in Santa Barbara, featuring the bride embracing her grandmother on a rustic porch with her stunning dress hung behind them
Stephanie Secrest
Fujian, China
In Fujian, at a festive scene on a nearby street, a wedding image was created when the wedding car arrived
Chengkai Lee
Pennsylvania, United States
At The Woods at Eisler Farms in Butler, PA, the groom tenderly kissed the bride's shoulder as she became emotional during her maid of honor's speech
Erica Dietz
East Riding of Yorkshire, United Kingdom
At an Airbnb in York, England, the bridesmaids are seen adjusting the bride's dress and veil in preparation for her departure to the wedding ceremony
Patrick Mateer
Lancashire, United Kingdom
Guests enjoyed an outdoor game of tug of war during a wedding celebration at Thorpe Garden in Thorpe Constantine, Staffordshire
Ian Bursill
Minnesota, United States
At Whitebear Lake, Minnesota, the reception party of a wedding created a memorable image with bridesmaids dancing in their matching dark green dresses
Penny McCoy
Ohio, United States
The couple at the Cleveland Museum of Art in Ohio were attempting to pour champagne into a tower of glasses, but it eventually toppled over in their wedding image
Dennis Crider
Haute-Marne (52) , France
A picture from a wedding at Chateau de La Ferté Saint Aubin captured the groom and his guests with huge grins and laughter
Oliver Saillard
Massachusetts, United States
At the Groton Inn in Groton, Massachusetts, the groomsmen spent time together in a hotel room before the wedding ceremony
Kayla Rice
United Kingdom
This wedding image shows the groom and his groomsmen having fun at The Tythe Barn in Oxfordshire, UK, all dressed in coordinating orange beanies and suits
Wayne La
Illinois, United States
The wedding image in Chicago, Illinois captured the groom showing the bride pictures inside his suit jacket, eliciting a surprised and joyous laugh
Travis Haughton
Noord Brabant, Netherlands
At 's-Hertogenbosch in Noord Brabant, the wedding couple celebrated their first dance, their shadows visible behind a white sheet for all the guests to see
Freek Nagtzaam
France
The bride prepared for her wedding day in Paris, France, with a unique image of her bridesmaid brushing her teeth in the background as she cut off the tags or threads of a dress
Luan Nguyen
France
A young girl in Paris, France, was filled with joy as she watched the ring exchange during the wedding ceremony
Ronan Jégaden
Lancashire, United Kingdom
The wedding picture at Thorpe Garden, Thorpe Constantine, Staffordshire captures the newly married couple and their young son cutting the cake with funny faces
Ian Bursill
Georgia, United States
A wedding in East Point, Georgia was celebrated with a kiss in the backyard of the home
Cindy Brown
Dorset, United Kingdom
The bride and groom's reflections on the organist's keyboard mirror created a captivating image at their wedding ceremony in Bath, UK
Robin Goodlad
Vermont, United States
On the beautiful outdoor grounds of Willowdale Estate in Topsfield, MA, the bride burst into laughter after the groom's heartfelt wedding vows, smiling off to the guests
Andy Madea
Cotes-d'Armor (22) , France
An outdoor wedding bouquet toss image was captured at Bretagne Cotes d'Armor reception venue in Vannes, Brittany, by a wedding photographer
Hong Phuc Bui
Haute-Garonne (31) , France
An indoor wedding image was captured at Lavaur's Mayor Hall, with the groom arriving escorted by his parents and a guest watching from around the corner at the top of the stairs
Nicolas Issaly
South Yorkshire, United Kingdom
At Saint Saviours Place BnB in York, a wedding image was created showing the bride balancing motherhood with her bridal role as she left for the register office ceremony accompanied by her children
Andrew Heeley
Illinois, United States
At the Chicago Athletic Association, the newlyweds signed the ketubah as their parents cheered, with the echelon of their heads forming leading lines in the background
Madi Ellis
Colorado, United States
At the reception of their wedding held at Della Terra Mountain Chateau in Estes Park, Colorado, the bride and her sister playfully rocked out with air guitars while dancing with their guests
Mark Creery
East Riding of Yorkshire, United Kingdom
The Ashridge Estate in Hertfordshire, England witnessed the memorable scene of the newlywed couple being showered with confetti as they leave their wedding ceremony, captured in an overhead shot
Patrick Mateer
Rhone (69) , France
The bride and groom were photographed leaving a church in Lyon, Rhône after their wedding ceremony
Elise Julliard
California, United States
At Crazy Diamond Campground in Ventucopa, CA, the bride and groom were joyfully "netted" in a festive celebration by guests wearing bright costumes
Brett Butterstein
Brabant Wallon, Belgium
The happy couple/parents, celebrated their wedding at the Brabant Wallon Wallonie Hotel, where a special image was created of the bride taking special care of her feet and the groom taking care of their baby
Alexis Pauwels
Istanbul, Turkey
Captured in the historic town of Ürgüp, Turkey, this pre-ceremony wedding image shows the bride being readied in a hotel room, with traditional statues adorning the wall
Ufuk Sarisen
Vermont, United States
At Valley View Farm in Haydenville, MA, the bride was walked to her ceremony by her parents in the rain
Megan Hannah
Mayenne (53) , France
The groom and his witnesses threw the bride's bouquet to celebrate their union
Anne Russocki
Massachusetts, United States
At the Boston Fairmont Copley Hotel, the bride and groom enthusiastically cut their wedding cake with dramatic gestures, creating a theatrical image
Ben Schaefer
California, United States
At Crazy Diamond Campground in Ventucopa, CA, wedding guests enjoyed the venue pool prior to the wedding ceremony in the desert
Annie Bang
Georgia, United States
The bride is being lovingly pampered with makeup by a family member, creating a beautiful, artistic wedding image at the Wahoo! Grill in Decatur
Cindy Brown
Maine-et-Loire (49) , France
At the Town Hall of Rosay in France, the bride and groom celebrated their Civil Wedding near their daughter who jokingly stuck her tongue out at their guests
Audrey Dubessay
Dublin, Ireland
During an outdoor wedding reception at The Barn in Tyrellspass, Ireland, an intense game of Connect 4 between the adults
Annie Kheffache
West Midlands, United Kingdom
At the Prince Regent Hotel in Chigwell, London, UK, a happy bride and groom, adorned with flower leis, were pictured as part of a traditional Hindu wedding ceremony
Emil Boczek
California, United States
The bride and groom and their guests celebrated the special day with singing and dancing on the dance floor of the InterContinental Hotel, San Diego, CA
Annie Bang
Delhi, India
The bride made a grand entrance at her beach wedding in India
Nitin Dangwal
São Paulo, Brazil
The newlyweds celebrated their special day with an outdoor wedding in Sao Paulo, sharing a romantic kiss underneath tall trees at the end of the ceremony
Eric Corbacho
Haute-Garonne (31) , France
The newlyweds and their daughter embraced in a tender moment at their garden wedding, held at Domaine Saint Michel, where the flowergirl wore a white dress and flower crown
Nicolas Issaly
Montana, United States
A black and white photo of a bride and groom at their reception in Missoula, Montana was captured in this moment
David Clumpner
Vermont, United States
A momentous wedding image was captured at Coulibri Ridge, Dominica, showing the bride tenderly blowing a kiss towards the flower girl ahead of the ceremony
Jacob Hannah
California, United States
At the San Diego Zoo Safari Park in Escondido, CA, an emotionally-charged moment was captured between a sister and bridesmaid as they watched the father/bride embrace during their special dance
Shaun Baker
Eure-et-Loir (28) , France
An image of a wedding preparation scene was captured in the Eure-et-Loir region, at the bride's home, where she is having her hair and makeup done with assistance from two
Stephanie Zindel
Massachusetts, United States
At the waterfront Beauport Hotel in Gloucester, Massachusetts, the groom shared a special preceremony moment with his nephew, high-fiving on a wooden deck overlooking the ocean
Simi Rabinowitz
Varese, Italy
This wedding image was taken in the romantic canals of Venice, Italy, where the newlyweds shared an awe-inspiring experience of watching the skill of the gondoliers navigating through the bustling traffic
Matteo Reni
Somerset, United Kingdom
An outdoor wedding photo was captured at Kilworth House Hotel, Leicestershire, UK, showing a young woman being surprised while enjoying canapés, watched by a man alongside her
Caroline Coeur
Taiwan
At Humble House Taipei, Taiwan, a beautiful wedding moment was captured as the bride looked on at her father and groom hugging fondly
Will Tee
Istanbul, Turkey
The newlyweds' classic first dance and romantic kiss were captured in the stage lights at their reception at the Mandarin Bosphorus Hotel Istanbul
Emre Nesli
Hampshire, United Kingdom
The image of the wedding at Cain Manor, Hampshire, UK, captured the poignant emotions between the groom and his Best Man, with tears of joy in the groom's eyes as he waited for his bride to walk down the aisle, and the ushers in the background
Paul Tansley
Argyll and Bute, United Kingdom
The bride on the Island of Iona is radiantly displaying her beautiful floral head garland
William Baillie
Herault (34) , France
On the lawn of Domaine de Bagard in Sauve, France, the bride enthusiastically tosses her bouquet to a gathering of expectant women
Ludovic Lieffrig
Dublin, Ireland
The newlyweds can be seen reacting to the best man’s speech at their wedding, held at The Barn in Tyrellspass, Ireland, with the groom covering his face in laughter
Annie Kheffache
London, United Kingdom
The groom at Capella Bangkok is taking a moment to relax in the hotel room before the wedding
Chaiyasith Junjuerdee
Italy
A moment of joy was captured in Udine, Friuli Venezia Giulia, Italy as the newlyweds exited the building with a rice toss overhead
Paolo Blocar
Varese, Italy
This wedding image captures a unique moment when the bride is carrying a ladder to reach the high hanging wedding dress, taken at Villa Subaglio in Merate, Lombardy, Italy
Alessandro Arena
France
At a Les Evis Private Estate, a reception party wedding image was captured featuring Grandma balancing a bottle of sparkling champagne on her head
Henri Deroche
Fribourg, Switzerland
This Wedding Photo, taken in Rossinière, Switzerland, captures newlyweds descending the steps of their ceremony with beaming smiles, while their guests flung celebratory petals and confetti to mark the happy occasion
Jeremy Sauterel
West Sussex, United Kingdom
At the bride's family home in West Sussex, England, a pre-ceremony wedding image was created with the father of the bride expressing his joy and love as he saw his daughter in her bridal dress
Jenny Rutterford
Oaxaca, Mexico
At the Quinta Real in Oaxaca City, the bride's father embraced the groom after walking his daughter down the aisle in a heartfelt outdoor wedding ceremony
Nikhol Esteras
Puy-de-Dome (63) , France
A photo taken at Manoir de la Saigne, France shows the oldest single woman in the group with the last ribbon of the bouquet
David Blateyron
China
The bride's home was filled with joy as the Shanghai groom and his groomsmen played a wedding game
Seven Tao
United Kingdom
This wedding image was created at a hotel in London, England, on the day of the King's coronation, which was broadcast on TV. The groom was getting ready with his friends at the time.
Kristian Leven
Venezia, Italy
The newlyweds and their family were amazed by Venice after their wedding, capturing the moment on a boat taxi in a light drizzling rain at the canal in Venice, Italy
Luca Fazzolari
Dublin, Ireland
The couple made a grand entrance to their wedding at Newpark Hotel in Kilkenny, Ireland, which caused some disruption
Aaron Daly
Taiwan
At Le Méridien Taipei, Taiwan, the reception party scene was wild as the groom poured alcohol directly into a guest's mouth
Will Tee
Noord Holland, Netherlands
The bride is embracing a friend in a party venue in Amsterdam, Noord Holland, with a beautiful sunset visible through the window
Teun Bakker
California, United States
This joyful picture of two girls captures a special moment of the wedding day on California's Central Coast, showing them dancing and cartwheeling on the reception venue floor
Stephanie Secrest
Haute-Garonne (31) , France
At Domaine de Koukano, an outdoor wedding image was captured of the young son of the bride and groom crying into his mother's arm
Nicolas Issaly
Istanbul, Turkey
At Yanik Mektep in Istanbul, a beautiful outdoor wedding image was created featuring the bride and groom hugging their loved ones in a symmetrical embrace
Nilufer Nalbantoglu
Colorado, United States
At the reception in Colorado, the bride and her daughter embraced in an emotional hug, captured in an unforgettable wedding image taken in Fort Collins
Sean Lara
Jaen, Spain
The friends of the bride and groom at Salones Europa in Andújar, Jaén, Spain decided to lift the bride and groom up into the air, full of laughter and joy
Pedro Volana
Verbano-Cusio-Ossola, Italy
A wedding couple were showered with confetti as they exited a church in Lake Maggiore, Italy
Nicola Genati
Indre (36) , France
At La Chatre's civil ceremony, the bride burst into laughter, creating a beautiful and joyous wedding image
Gaelle Caré
Verbano-Cusio-Ossola, Italy
The newlyweds' hands were clasped in a loving gesture during their ceremony in Positano, on Italy's beautiful Amalfi Coast, with a stunning view serving as a backdrop
Nicola Genati
United Kingdom
This pre-ceremony wedding image taken in East London, UK captured the bustling excitement of the bridal party as they got ready for the big day
Wayne La
France
At Château de Vallery in Yonne, a humorous wedding photo was taken featuring the bride earnestly filling a fountain of champagne while the groom can be seen sipping from a bottle
Ronan Jégaden
Dorset, United Kingdom
At St Giles House in Dorset, a bride descended the stairs with flowers in her beautiful gown, met by her father below
Robin Goodlad
Victoria, Australia
The groom at a wedding reception in Melbourne, Victoria, is removing the garter from the bride's leg with his teeth
Alan Rogers
Dublin, Ireland
A memorable wedding image was captured at The Barn, Tyrellspass, Ireland of the groom serving coffee in his red coffee van alongside his excited canine companion
Annie Kheffache
Ardeche(07) , France
At a wedding venue in Ardèche, the groom and his groomsmen aided each other in preparation, tying their bow-ties
Angelique Blaise
France
This outdoor wedding image is from Maison de l'Amérique latine in Paris, France, featuring the Groom sandwiched in a hug with his friends
Luan Nguyen
France
The flowergirl was captivated by the stunning dress she would be wearing for the special occasion at Le Clos du Grand Val
Didier Ropers
Somerset, United Kingdom
At Kilworth House Hotel, Leicestershire UK, a tender wedding image was captured of the bride and her son sharing a loving moment as she readied for her walk down the aisle
Caroline Coeur
Colorado, United States
The bride is getting her makeup done at Hideaway Inn in Colorado Springs, CO, illuminated by an LED light
Liam Gordon
Haute-Marne (52) , France
A tearful groom delivered a heartfelt speech at the outdoor wedding ceremony held at Château La Ferté Saint Aubin, beneath the surrounding trees
Oliver Saillard
West Sussex, United Kingdom
An image of a lovely elderly couple laughing at their wedding ceremony at Horsham Registry Office in West Sussex, England
Jenny Rutterford
Colorado, United States
The bride and groom were welcomed into their reception at Hideaway Inn, Colorado Springs, CO with their guests patiently waiting
Liam Gordon
West Sussex, United Kingdom
The couple exchanged rings and joyfully laughed at Oaks Farm wedding venue in Croydon, Surrey, England, as captured in this wedding image
Jenny Rutterford
Pennsylvania, United States
At Armstrong Farms in Saxonburg, PA, the bride enjoys a moment of relaxation before the ceremony, her head tilted back while resting on a couch
Erica Dietz
Massachusetts, United States
The wedding celebration image of guests cheering from church pews in Boston was created at end of the ceremony
Ben Schaefer
France
This urban wedding image was created in Orleans: the bride changed into her wedding gown in a concrete underground parking structure, with witnesses present
Henri Deroche
Georgia, United States
The newlyweds shared a romantic kiss as their marriage was officially sealed in the beautiful Georgia Botanical Gardens
Cindy Brown
Genova, Italy
The bride and groom in Milan, Italy were captured singing while cutting their wedding cake, the groom using a microphone while the bride matched his hand gestures
Julian Kanz
West Sussex, United Kingdom
At Oaks Farm wedding venue in Croydon, Surrey, England, the newlyweds were elated with joy during the reception speeches
Jenny Rutterford
North Carolina, United States
The Black Stallion in Corolla, NC was the site of a joyous wedding celebration, featuring hugs, singing, and drinks
Neil Thurston
Haute-Marne (52) , France
This joyful wedding picture taken at Clos Vougeot shows a singer holding a microphone and a dancer seated together on a chair
Oliver Saillard
France
At the charming Château de Vallery in Yonne, Champagne, a one-of-a-kind wedding image was created featuring many toasting glasses and smiling faces
Ronan Jégaden
Devon, United Kingdom
At the Landmark Hotel London, young bridesmaids were getting ready for the wedding with the assistance of the bride, who was wearing a robe
David Pullum
Rhone (69) , France
The groom is seen in the backseat of the car, directing the driver with a paper map while the bride sits beside him in this auto wedding image, created near Domaine des sources
Coralie Garavel
California, United States
At the Bali Hai Restaurant in San Diego, CA, the wedding guests celebrated with singing karaoke during the reception
Annie Bang
Dublin, Ireland
Guests gathered in a small room in Dublin, Ireland to toast the bride on her wedding day before the ceremony
Kevin Kheffache
Haute-Garonne (31) , France
A beautiful outdoor garden wedding image was captured at Castelnau des Fieumarcons, Lectoure, France, which showed the newlyweds laughing with the master of ceremonies
Isabelle Bazin
Haute-Garonne (31) , France
At Domaine Saint Michel, a wedding image of a sleeping child being cradled in their father's arms while hanging over his shoulder was captured
Nicolas Issaly
France
The bride-to-be was preparing for her big day at Tulle, while the flower girl got her hair done while perched atop a toy horse
Valerie Teppe
China
The nephew of the groom in Shanghai playfully teases his uncle as they take part in a traditional Chinese wedding game
Seven Tao
Belgium
A child is seen crying on the floor at Pauwkenshof in East Flanders, with hands reaching out to help
Sven Soetens
Rhone (69) , France
At Château du Sou, a wedding guest was eagerly filming the day's events with a camera in hand, perched in a high window to capture the high angle
Coralie Garavel
Fujian, China
This beautiful urban wedding image was captured on the happy couple's special day as they walked to the bride's parents' home to start their future together
Chengkai Lee
Utrecht, Netherlands
A night wedding image was created in Utrecht, Netherlands, with the groom and a friend driving a tractor outside of the barn venue hosting the party
Leonard Walpot
France
The bride and her bridesmaids were photographed getting ready for the wedding in the beautiful French Alps
Sylvain Bouzat
Herault (34) , France
A wedding photo was taken at Domaine de Fon de Rey of the groom adjusting his bow tie with a mirror reflecting a fellow wedding party member in the background
Johanna Marjoux
Oaxaca, Mexico
At La Fabrica in Oaxaca City, a wedding image was created, featuring a birthday cake with fireworks for a ring bearer celebrating a birthday at the wedding reception
Nikhol Esteras
Delhi, India
This wedding image captures the fleeting moments shared between the couple during a flower-filled ceremony at the altar in Bangalore
Shivali Chopra
Dublin, Ireland
At the Lough Eske Hotel in Donegal, the groom excitedly gestured to the bride as the bridal party laughed in delight during their entrance to the reception
Ronan Palliser
Istanbul, Turkey
At Six Senses Kocatas Mansions in Istanbul, a beautiful civil wedding image was captured in a funny ring moment between the newly-married couple
Ufuk Sarisen
Vermont, United States
Guests enjoyed a festive wedding at Coulibri Ridge in Dominica, dancing under blue lights at the reception
Jacob Hannah
Venezia, Italy
This civil wedding image was created at Palazzo Cavalli in Venice, Italy, with a happy couple standing in front of their officiants, poised to begin their marital journey
Luca Fazzolari
United Kingdom
This wedding image was created at a church in London, England as the bride and groom leave the church, viewed from inside the buss window
Kristian Leven
Istanbul, Turkey
A touching wedding image was created in Istanbul's Yanik Mektep, capturing the father-bride parting at the alter as she held her father's face with both hands
Nilufer Nalbantoglu
Haute-Garonne (31) , France
This wedding picture was taken at The Castelnau in Lectoure, France, to prepare the groom for their special day
Isabelle Bazin
California, United States
A civil wedding image was captured at San Francisco City Hall, CA, as the groom joyfully dipped the bride for their kiss with the officiant and guests in attendance
Nicky Byrnes
California, United States
At Marina Village in San Diego, California, two precious flower girls spun in their lovely dresses
Shaun Baker
Wicklow, Ireland
A memorable moment from a wedding at Killary Lodge in Co. Mayo was captured when a guest tried to free a guest's high heel stuck in a grate
Katie Kavanagh
Colorado, United States
At the outdoor wedding held at a home in Florissant, Colorado, the ring bearer and flower girl were filled with joy as they talked to the bride
Liam Gordon
California, United States
At a Santa Barbara reception venue, a funny wedding image was created as part of a Norwegian tradition which suggests the couple will have 22 children
Stephanie Secrest
Somerset, United Kingdom
At Thorpe Garden Wedding Venue in Staffordshire UK, a pre-ceremony wedding image was created featuring a baby sitting on his mother's lap and looking up at her while a make-up artist applied powder and a hairdresser curled her hair
Caroline Coeur
Delhi, India
A wedding image taken in Agra captured the traditional Haldi ceremony, during which the groom's shirt was joyously ripped open by an enthusiastic man
Shivali Chopra
Dublin, Ireland
This wedding image at BrookLodge, Ireland captured a tired flower-girl seeking quiet respite while the bride and groom are seated in chairs
Annie Kheffache
New Jersey, United States
The bride's sisters' heartfelt speech at Scotland Run in Williamstown NJ elicited both laughter and tears
Ted Felsberg
Istanbul, Turkey
At the Enjoy Hotel in Sakarya, NG, the bride was caught up in the excitement of her wedding day, surrounded by her bridesmaids and sharing in the gossip they were sharing
Nilufer Nalbantoglu
Milano, Italy
The bride, in the wedding car in Milan, Italy, fed her daughter before the wedding ceremony
Gabriele Lopez
Stirlingshire, United Kingdom
At Cornhill Castle, South Lanarkshire, Scotland, the Bride had her makeup spray applied while her son laughed in the background, creating a funny wedding image
Mike Cook
Wicklow, Ireland
At Borris House Wedding Venue, the bride is seen struggling to get into her dress with assistance from two attendants
Katie Kavanagh
Illinois, United States
The bride and groom were recently married in Gary, Indiana, and exited the church to their guests joyfully throwing rice in celebration
Travis Haughton
County Antrim, United Kingdom
After exchanging their vows at St Mary's on the Hill chapel in Belfast, the bride and groom were showered in confetti as they made their way out of the ceremony
Jonathan Ryder
Indre (36) , France
At La Chatre's Town Hall, the groom's grandmother and her grandson were lovingly playing amongst the wedding decorations
Gaelle Caré
Portugal
An unforgettable wedding image was captured at Vila do Conde, Portugal featuring smiling faces and toasting glasses in hands
Daniel Monteiro
Herault (34) , France
At Durfort Church, the newly married couple received joyous applause from their guests as they departed from their wedding ceremony, with petals of flowers thrown in celebration
Ludovic Lieffrig
France
At Villette Castle in Menestreau en Villette, this wedding photograph captures the special moment of the bride and her family getting ready together
Henri Deroche
Belgium
At Van der Valk Hotel Beveren in East Flanders, a guest was seen dancing while intoxicated
Sven Soetens
Noord Brabant, Netherlands
This wedding image from Noord Brabant captures the serenity of a bride peacefully sitting and breastfeeding her child, showcasing a peaceful moment of motherhood
Freek Nagtzaam
France
A charming religious wedding image was taken at the Church in Ardeche, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, with the couple's friends pointing the children towards the altar for the wedding rings
Jerome Villard
Dublin, Ireland
A moment of anticipation for the bride's family was captured at Maryborough House in Cork, where a room full of people dressed for the wedding watched as she prepared for her big day
Ronan Palliser
California, United States
The bride is joyfully taking part in her pre-wedding rituals, creating a beautiful artistic moment in Milpitas
Tanushree Vaidya
Fribourg, Switzerland
At the wedding ceremony in Fribourg, Switzerland, the newlyweds were joyfully greeted by their beloved dog jumping on them as they left the ceremony venue
Jeremy Sauterel
Colorado, United States
The bridesmaid livened up the wedding reception with a fun limbo dance at Pinecrest Event Center in Palmer Lake, Colorado
Liam Gordon
Miao-li, Taiwan
The bride is seen enjoying a game at a restaurant during her wedding celebration
Ho Cheng Chung
Colorado, United States
This wedding image captured in Fort Collins, reveals the flower dudes assisting the flower girl as she walks down the aisle of the Colorado ceremony location
Sean Lara
Mayenne (53) , France
The newlyweds gazed at their guests before departing the church grounds in the wedding car
Anne Russocki
Brabant Wallon, Belgium
The BW wedding image captured at the Wallonie region of Brabant Wallon depicted the groom attempting to get into an old-timer vintage vehicle
Alexis Pauwels
France
The bride surprised her bridesmaids and the groom's mother by wearing a traditional Algerian outfit for the evening party at Château de Bouffémont, France
Mathieu Hebbada
California, United States
The groom's emotional reaction to the wedding vows was evident as a tear rolled down his cheek
Tanushree Vaidya
East Riding of Yorkshire, United Kingdom
At Saltmarshe Hall in Howden, England, the bride's bridesmaids are beautifully captured descending the grand staircase and reflecting in the entrance as they make their way to the elegant wedding ceremony
Hollie Mateer
Hampshire, United Kingdom
In Hampshire, UK, a wedding image was created at Cain Manor of the bride and her father walking down the aisle towards the groom, the bride with a great expression on her face
Paul Tansley
Herault (34) , France
This wedding image captures a man casually sitting on the grass in Carcasonne, France, enjoying a drink while he patiently awaits the end of a group photo session
William Lambelet
Massachusetts, United States
At Warehouse XI in Somerville, Massachusetts, a fun photobooth moment was captured with a man holding a funny sign, surrounded by waiting guests
Simi Rabinowitz
United Kingdom
The newly married couple, applauded by their delighted guests, joyfully left Stoke Newington Town Hall in London after their wedding ceremony was captured in a memorable image
Wayne La
Montana, United States
The silhouette of the bride and groom against the Montana sky creates a beautiful, artistic image of their outdoor wedding
Charles Moll
Ardeche(07) , France
At a wedding in Ardeche, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, guests enthusiastically reached up to catch a hat being tossed in the air at the reception venue
Angelique Blaise
East Riding of Yorkshire, United Kingdom
A humorous moment ensued at Riverlands, Yorkshire, UK, when the bride and groom donned King Charles and Queen Consort Camilla masks before a wedding guest captured the kiss on their phone
Hollie Mateer
Virginia, United States
At District Winery in Washington DC, the newlyweds shared a humorous moment as the groom dipped the bride with a wedding guest filling the empty space where her head had been
Brittany Diliberto
France
An image of the groom getting ready for his wedding with his bestmen, putting on his cufflinks and shirt buttons and using an electric razor, was created at Domaine de Mauvoisin, France
Luan Nguyen
Michigan, United States
At Hyatt Place Detroit Novi, the father was overcome with emotion when seeing his daughter in her wedding attire for the first time, while preparations were being carried out in the adjacent room
Ray Iavasile
New Jersey, United States
At Garvan's Gastropub in New Paltz, New York, the bride's mother was joyfully lifted up in the traditional Horah during the Hudson Valley wedding celebration
Michelle Arlotta
Pennsylvania, United States
The bride and groom shared a kiss during their sparkler sendoff at the Star Barn at Stone Gables Estate in Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania
Scott Josuweit
California, United States
At Idle Hour in South Lake Tahoe, CA, a bride was dipped and kissed by the groom during the winter wedding recessional in the snow
Lauren Lindley
France
The couple exchanged their wedding vows in a ceremony in Paris, France
Ronan Jégaden
Minnesota, United States
An intimate and loving embrace between a bride and her grandmother at Whitebear Lake, MN, accompanied by warm smiles, captured in a memorable wedding image
Penny McCoy
Massachusetts, United States
At Warehouse XI in Somerville, Massachusetts, the groom and his dog peered inside through the tall glass panes, observing the joy of a young boy within the venue
Simi Rabinowitz
United Kingdom
This wedding image was captured in London, England at a hotel, with the groom preparing his tie in the reflection of a mirror and the ushers getting their suits ready in the background
Kristian Leven
West Midlands, United Kingdom
At Offley Place in Hertfordshire, UK, the mother-in-law welcomed the groom to a Hindu wedding ceremony in a joyful celebration captured in a documentary wedding image
Emil Boczek
Delhi, India
Friends and family gathered in Phuket, Thailand to celebrate a haldi ceremony with a flower shower
Nitin Dangwal
Montana, United States
A couple exchanged vows in a beautiful outdoor elopement ceremony surrounded by the majestic mountains of Yellowstone
David Clumpner
Dublin, Ireland
At Kilshane House in Tipperary, the groom helped to make a humorous wedding image by dramatically reading from a comically long speech, leaving paper notes scrolling across the floor
Ronan Palliser
Varese, Italy
A beautiful memory was made at Villa Sommi Picenardi in Lecco - Italy, as the grandmothers of the bride and groom laughed joyously together
Matteo Reni
Massachusetts, United States
An artistic wedding image was created at the Fairmont Copley Hotel in Boston, Massachusetts, showcasing the bridal party entering the church through reflecting glass doors
Ben Schaefer
China
A beautiful wedding ceremony was held in the woods near a lake in Hangzhou, China
Leon Wong
Portugal
At Camélia Gardens in Sintra, the couple's children had a great time playing with flowers and baskets during the civil ceremony
Carlos Porfírio
Ardeche(07) , France
After the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes wedding ceremony, emotions between sisters were displayed in hugs with smiles, captured in the image
Angelique Blaise

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