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Wedding Photography Award - 2706279

The entrance to a church in Zermatt, Switzerland, is showcased in this documentary wedding photograph. Outside, a peculiar music band adds a unique and lively atmosphere to the celebration

Photograph 2706279 was awarded to France wedding photographer Sylvain Bouzat for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present France wedding photographer Sylvain Bouzat with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Zermatt, Switzerland.

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 professional wedding photographer.

Zermatt, Switzerland

2023 v05 Photography Competition Judges

Denny Simmons, Mary Calvert, Peter Power, 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.