Puy-de-Dome (63) Wedding Photography Award - 2753807

At Château de Chignat, France, the photographer captures a heartfelt scene as the maid of honor styles the bride’s hair while the bride simultaneously styles her daughter’s, beautifully layering connection and preparation in one frame.

Puy-de-Dome (63) , France

David Blateyron

Photograph 2753807 was awarded to Puy-de-Dome (63) , France wedding photographer David Blateyron for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present Puy-de-Dome (63) , France wedding photographer David Blateyron with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Chateau de Chignat - France.

The very top photojournalistic wedding photographers from around the world submit their top photos to the Wedding Photojournalist Association’s photography contests because they appreciate having the opportunity to be recognized in this field. Their photos 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.

Chateau de Chignat - France

2025 v02 Photography Competition Judges

Jim Gehrz, Ken Geiger, Preston Gannaway, 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.