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Ruse Wedding Photography Award - 2699323

In Balkana Village, Bulgaria, a documentary wedding photographer captures the moment as the bride and other women get ready, having their makeup applied. The photo wins a WPJA Honor Award.

Photograph 2699323 was awarded to Ruse, Bulgaria wedding photographer Bozhidar Krastev for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present Ruse, Bulgaria wedding photographer Bozhidar Krastev with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Balkana Village, Bulgaria.

The very best photojournalistic wedding photographers from around the world submit their best pictures to the Wedding Photojournalist Association’s photography competitions 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 competitions is a major accomplishment for a pro wedding photographer.

Balkana Village, Bulgaria

2023 v03 Photography Competition Judges

Bill Frakes, David Stephenson, Gary Porter, Kathleen Flynn

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.