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The following “Gentle” images were created by documentary wedding photographers from the WPJA, who regularly submit their best candid moments, artistic portraits, details, and scene setters for review by our WPJA competition judges.

WEDDINGS + ELOPEMENTS + ARTISTIC PORTRAITS & DETAILS + ENGAGEMENT SESSIONS

Some of the “Gentle” marriage photography samples below may have come from the getting ready events, the actual wedding ceremony, the reception after-party, an engagement session with the couple, or possibly be artistic portraits or detail shots.

FINE ART WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY: Our Artistic Guild award winners take a more creative approach to wedding day Portraits and use their innovative skills to capture the Details of each couple’s special day. The Artistic Guild’s Scene Setters are some of the most notable and breathtaking from within the artistic WPJA contest categories. Playing with light and shadow, special effects, and post-production editing, these images embrace the artistic component of wedding photography.

PRE-WEDDING ENGAGEMENT PHOTOGRAPHY: The story of every couple starts long before the wedding day, and the engagement marks one of the most important milestones in their story. Engaged couples often want to celebrate the occasion and announce their upcoming wedding with a photoshoot. Pre-wedding portraits of an engaged couple can be just as moving and compelling as the images taken on the wedding day. Engagement portraits can win a Diamond Award, an exclusive WPJA award whose winner is selected from the best engagement photography in the world.

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Soft golden light reveals a gentle and effortless connection between the engaged couple as they explore the beautiful outdoor landscape of Ecoche, Loire, France, during their romantic sunset session.
Soft Golden Light Reveals The Engaged Couple’s Gentle Connection During Their Outdoor Portrait Session In Ecoche, Loire, France
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At Lavender Inn in Ojai, CA, the groom gently brushes leaves from the bride's dress as she walks toward her family, a small but caring gesture during the celebration.
Groom Tenderly Cleans Leaves From Bride’s Dress At Lavender Inn In Ojai, California
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In front of the groom’s home at Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, which also served as the wedding venue, the couple poses while near them, a beloved donkey observes with gentle affection.
A Beloved Donkey Observes The Couple’s Portrait Outside The Groom’s Home In Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes Wedding Venue
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At Domaine de Montchevreuil in Hauts-de-France, the bride shares a gentle moment with her grandmother, exchanging a tender gesture that highlights family bonds on her wedding day.
Domaine De Montchevreuil, Hauts-de-France, Is Where The Bride And Grandmother Share A Gentle, Heartfelt Moment On The Wedding Day.
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A father and son share a quiet, intimate moment during wedding preparations in Luzern, Switzerland, with an atmosphere of gentle connection and tenderness between them.
Quiet Intimacy Marks Wedding Preparations In Luzern, Switzerland, As Father And Son Share A Gentle Moment Together.
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Healey Barn in Northumberland, UK, sets the scene for a gentle, intimate forehead kiss between the couple, reflecting pure affection and closeness.
Couple Shares An Intimate Forehead Kiss At Healey Barn In Northumberland, England
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In Budapest, at the ceremony location, a bride leads her partner forward with a gentle smile, glancing back as they step into a new chapter of their journey together.
In Budapest, A Smiling Bride Glances Back Leading Her Partner Forward As They Embark On Their New Journey Together.
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Couple stands apart, each leaning against separate columns on a porch at a Valladolid marketplace in the early morning, quietly sharing a thoughtful connection in the soft light.
Couple Leaning Against Separate Columns On Valladolid Marketplace Porch, Thoughtful Connection In Soft Early Morning Light
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In l’Isle-sur-la-Sorgue, Vaucluse, France, under a rainy night sky, the groom gently holds the bride’s dress train as she walks down stone steps in a garden, surrounded by glistening greenery.
Groom Holds Bride's Train In L Isle sur la Sorgue
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In a private atelier in Ravenna, Italy, this intimate studio shot shows him standing behind her, gently kissing her shoulder during their love session.
Intimate Shoulder Kiss in Private Atelier Ravenna Couple Portrait Session
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The bride receives gentle support as her mother helps her get ready at Soho House İstanbul, highlighting the strong family bond before the ceremony.
Bride Receives Gentle Support From Mother While Getting Ready at Soho House Istanbul Emphasizing Family Bond
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A newly engaged couple shares a romantic kiss on Sand Beach in Stonington, Maine, with gentle waves lapping the shoreline under a clear blue sky.
Seaside Romance: Engaged Couple's Kiss on Sand Beach, Stonington, with Gentle Waves and Clear Sky
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A joyful couple celebrates their engagement on Sand Beach, Stonington, Maine, with warm smiles and gentle waves creating a picturesque, serene backdrop.
Joyful Celebration on Sand Beach, Stonington, with Smiles and Serene Waves
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Romantic kiss between a couple on the pier jetty at Riva del Garda, surrounded by the serene waters of Lake Garda.
Romantic Kiss on Pier Jetty at Riva del Garda, Embraced by Serene Waters
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At Sandy Neck Beach, Sandwich, Massachusetts, a couple embraces warmly, surrounded by soft, dreamy clouds and the golden glow of the setting sun, epitomizing timeless love and unity.
Warm Embrace at Sandy Neck Beach Amidst Dreamy Clouds and Golden Sunset Glow
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On Chatham Light House Beach, Massachusetts, she leans into him, eyes softly closed, embracing his warmth under a deep blue sky that reflects their boundless love.
Embrace at Chatham Light House Beach Under Deep Blue Sky, Reflecting Warmth
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The sitting couple on the dock at the edge of the pond in Autun, with soft backlighting enhancing the intimate scene.
Sitting Couple on Dock, Backlit by Pond's Edge in Autun's Intimate Setting
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Intimate engagement portrait of a couple at Tyler Arboretum, as the sunlight gently falls across their faces, casting playful shadows in the serene setting.
Intimate Engagement Portrait with Playful Shadows at Serene Tyler Arboretum
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A couple stands silhouetted in the doorway of Bosler Memorial Library, their figures framed by the soft glow of natural light streaming in from outside.
Silhouetted Couple in Bosler Memorial Library's Doorway with Soft Natural Glow
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A romantic silhouette of a couple in front of a water fountain at The Hotel Hershey, with the blurred greenery in the lower foreground adding depth and softness to the scene.
Romantic Fountain Portrait at The Hotel Hershey with Blurred Greenery Depth
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A couple stands together in the soft glow of the sunrise during their pre-wedding shoot at Loonse en Drunense Duinen, the Netherlands, with warm golden tones lighting up the sandy landscape.
Couple's Pre-Wedding Glow at Loonse en Drunense Duinen's Sandy Landscape
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A couple stands lovingly at Rockanje Beach, Holland, captured in a timeless black and white photo that emphasizes their connection against the tranquil sea and sky.
Black and White Embrace at Rockanje Beach, Holland, Against Tranquil Sea and Sky
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A couple relaxes on a bench outside Number 50 Cheyne restaurant in Chelsea, London, UK, surrounded by the elegant ambiance of the area.
Couple Relaxing Outside Number 50 Cheyne, Chelsea, London’s Charming Atmosphere
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At Point Reyes National Seashore, Northern California, a couple cozies up in soft beach grasses, bathed in warm sunlight, creating an idyllic and romantic scene.
Couple Cozying in Beach Grasses at Point Reyes National Seashore, Northern California
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At Empire Mine State Historic Park, Grass Valley, CA, a couple cuddles on the steps, enjoying a tender session together amidst the park's historic and tranquil setting.
Cuddling Couple on Steps in Empire Mine's Historic Tranquility, Grass Valley, CA
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In Saint Même d'en Bas, France, a black and white portrait captures lovers sharing a quiet session, their emotions timelessly reflected against the picturesque rustic backdrop.
Lovers' Quiet Portrait Session in Rustic Beauty of Saint Même d'en Bas, France
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In Saint Même d'en Bas, France, a black and white portrait captures lovers, their expressions timeless.
Black and White Portrait of Lovers in Saint Même d'en Bas, France
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In Saint Martin en Vercors, France, lovers embrace as the day ends, surrounded by the breathtaking countryside, softly illuminated by the fading light.
A Romantic Evening Amidst Saint Martin en Vercors' Breathtaking Countryside
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In Grenoble, France, a couple's silhouettes stand out against the soft hues of the setting sun, capturing a serene and intimate portrait at the end of the day.
Capturing an Intimate Sunset Portrait in Grenoble, France's Evening Glow
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At the Palace of Fine Arts in San Francisco, CA, a couple's engagement portrait captures him gently holding her hand to help navigate the steep stairway of the Old World structure, adding a touch of romance and elegance to the picture session.
Couple at Palace of Fine Arts, San Francisco, CA, in Engagement Portrait | He Holds Her Hand on Steep Stairway | Old World Structure Adds History & Romance to Session
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