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Wedding Photography Award - 2691719

The nephew of the groom in Shanghai playfully teases his uncle as they take part in a traditional Chinese wedding game

Photograph 2691719 was awarded to China wedding photographer Seven Tao for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present China wedding photographer Seven Tao with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Shanghai Hotel.

The very top photojournalistic wedding photographers from around the world submit their top pictures to the Wedding Photojournalist Association’s photography contests because they appreciate having the opportunity to be awarded 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 true accomplishment for a pro wedding photographer.

Shanghai Hotel

2023 v02 Photography Competition Judges

Ken Geiger, Michael Ainsworth, Preston Gannaway, Tom Reese

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.