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Wedding Photography Award - 2712780

In the waiting room of the registry office in Basel, Switzerland, the newlyweds' son entertains by playfully lying on his back on the carpet

Photograph 2712780 was awarded to France wedding photographer Elodie Ruelleux Dagorne for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present France wedding photographer Elodie Ruelleux Dagorne with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Basel, Switzerland.

The very best photojournalistic wedding photographers from around the globe submit their best images to the Wedding Photojournalist Association’s photography competitions because they appreciate having the opportunity to be awarded in this field. Their images 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 true accomplishment for a pro wedding photographer.

Basel, Switzerland

2023 v06 Photography Competition Judges

David Stephenson, Justin Merriman, Martha Rial, Preston Gannaway

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.