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The following “Virginia” 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 “Virginia” 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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Black and white wedding photo captured at Top of the Town in Arlington, VA, showcasing a groomsman clinking a glass of water to signal the kiss between the newlyweds.
Groomsman's Toast: A Black and White Moment at Top of the Town in Arlington, VA
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A playful moment frozen in time at an elegant wedding venue, showcasing a curious young guest reaching towards a cooler filled with alcoholic beverage drinks at The Inn at Mount Vernon Farm in Virginia.
Curious Guest's Festive Reach: Playful Scene at The Inn at Mount Vernon Farm, Virginia
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A candid moment captured during a wedding at Blue Hill Farm in Waterford, VA, with a lone guest framed in the empty space of a hanging seating chart, adding a touch of intrigue to the image.
A Glimpse of Solitude: Wedding Guest at Blue Hill Farm in Waterford, VA
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A touching moment in black and white captured at Birkby House in Leesburg, VA, as the groom's mother warmly embraces the bride, welcomed into the family after the ceremony on their wedding day.
Groom's Mother Welcomes Bride, Birkby House, Leesburg, VA, Wedding Day Bliss
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Emotional moment at The Estate at River Run, Maidens VA, as the mother assists the bride with her gown - a tender black and white shot from the wedding day.
Tender Motherly Help: Bride's Emotional Gown Prep at The Estate, River Run, Maidens VA
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A beautiful black and white image of a groom spinning his bride in the rain on their wedding day at The Estate at River Run in Maidens, VA. The couple shares a romantic and tender dance together under the falling raindrops.
Romantic Rain Dance at The Estate: Groom Spins Bride in Beautiful Black and White
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A striking wedding photo of groom and groomsmen in deep forest green suits posing with cigars at Poplar Springs Manor in Warrenton, VA, surrounded by lush trees creating a sophisticated and timeless image.
Timeless Elegance: Groomsmen in Forest Green Suits with Cigars at Poplar Springs Manor
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A romantic moment captured at Zion Springs in Hamilton, VA as the newlyweds toast with champagne spray under a starry night sky on their wedding day.
Starry Night Champagne Toast: Newlyweds Celebrate at Zion Springs in Hamilton, VA
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At Whitehall Estate in Bluemont, VA, the bride's dog steals the show during bridesmaid's toast, captured in a unique low-angle shot on the wedding day.
Adorable Moment: Bride's Dog Steals Bridesmaid's Toast at Whitehall Estate, Bluemont, VA Wedding
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A romantic wedding portrait at Stone Creek Winery in Leesburg, VA, showcasing the bride and groom embraced by the sunlight and lush hills, captured from a low angle into the sun for a captivating and memorable scene.
Captivating Wedding Portrait at Stone Creek Winery in Leesburg, VA: Sun-Kissed Love Amidst Lush Hills
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At their fall engagement session at Meadowlark Botanical Gardens in Virginia, the couple stands above a sea of beautiful pink and white flowers.
Fall Romance Blooms: Meadowlark Botanical Gardens Pre-Wedding Portraits
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A unique and fun wedding photo at Irvine Estate in Virginia, featuring the groom and his entire bridal party holding light sabers for a night time group shot, capturing a joyful party atmosphere at a Star Wars wedding celebration.
Epic Light Saber Group Shot: Groom and Bridal Party celebrating joyfully at Irvine Estate
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In Virginia at Poplar Springs Manor in Warrenton, the bride playfully smashes cake into the groom's face, causing it to fall off as they both share a joyous laugh.
Fun Fiasco: Bride's Cake Smash Sends Groom's Plan Crumbling, Laughter Fills the Room
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At Inn at Mount Vernon Farm in Sperryville, VA, the bride's sister hurries to find water for the nervous bride before the wedding ceremony.
SISTER OF BRIDE SAVES DAY: The chase for water at the Sperryville wedding
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Bride and her bridesmaids share a candid moment in the nursery at Grace Episcopal Church in Alexandria, VA, just before the ceremony.
Bride and Bridesmaids Bond in Grace Episcopal Church's Nursery Before Ceremony Begins
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Emotional moment captured at Early Mountain Vineyards in Charlottesville, Virginia, as the bride and her brother embrace and shed tears after the ceremony.
Sacred Tears: A Vineyard Embrace in Charlottesville
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Two beautiful brides celebrating joyfully during a bubble exit at Naked Mountain Winery in Markham, VA, filled with excitement and happiness.
Bubbly Bliss: A Double Bride Celebration at Naked Mountain Winery
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Brides share a dance surrounded by loved ones at their wedding reception at Lydia Mountain Lodge and Log Cabins in Stanardsville, VA.
In the Circle of Love: A Dance to Remember at Lydia Mountain Lodge
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A captivating embrace in the rain, symbolizing their love's journey. This award-winning portrait captures the scene shared by the newlyweds at The Estate at River Run, Maidens VA.
The Estate at River Run: A Captivating Rainy Embrace Portrait
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An enchanting bride, adorned with an ice queen crown and veil, poses for an artistic black and white portrait at The Estate at River Run in Maidens, VA.
Maidens, VA: Enchanting Bride Crowned with Ice Queen Veil Poses
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At The Estate at River Run in Maidens, VA, two eager dogs on leashes sniff the adorable toddler flower girl
Maidens Melody: Paws and Petals at The Estate
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In Winchester, Virginia, a heartwarming moment unfolds as the bride presents a gift to her flower girl before the wedding ceremony. The precious expression on the little girl's face captures the love and anticipation in the air.
Winchester's Heartfelt Gift: A Bride's Surprise for her Flower Girl
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Photographer captures guests at a wedding in Charlottesville, Virginia, dancing and enjoying donuts. The lively image was recognized with an award from the Wedding Photojournalist Association.
DANCING DONUT GUESTS DELIGHT AT CHARLOTTESVILLE WEDDING: WPJA Accolade-Winning Documentary Photo
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A couple shares a kiss in front of their loved ones at the beautiful Woodlands at Algonkian in Sterling, VA. This image won an award from the WPJA.
Virginia Vows: An Award-Winning Woodlands Wedding Kiss
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The bride leads her guests away from the summit at Shenandoah National Park in the rain, creating a memorable and adventurous wedding experience
Rainy Romance: A Daring Wedding Trek through Shenandoah National Park's Summit
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A couple walks hand in hand through a picturesque historic alley in Old Town Alexandria, VA, during their engagement photo session with a professional wedding photographer from WPJA
Romantic Stroll Through Time: A Captivating Engagement Portrait in Old Town Alexandria
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At Dominion Valley Country Club in Haymarket, VA, the bride and groom happily recess with hands raised and waves to guests
A Joyful Recession at Dominion Valley Country Club: The Bride and Groom Raise Their Hands in Celebration
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A bride descends the staircase at Hendry House in Arlington, VA, as captured by an acclaimed documentary wedding photographer. The minimalist image showcases clean white tones and was awarded by the WPJA.
The Bridal Staircase Descent: A Captivating Documentary Wedding Photo in Arlington, VA
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A picture of a couple in love surrounded by beautiful hydrangeas at Wollam Gardens in Jeffersonton, VA
Romantic Rhapsody: Enamored Couple Embraces amidst Lush Hydrangeas at Wollam Gardens in Jeffersonton, VA
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The bride gracefully climbs the beautiful staircase at Wollam Gardens in Jeffersonton, VA, bathed in a spotlight, in a stunning and artistic wedding photograph.
Virginia Vogue: A Stairway to Eternity - Capturing Wollam's Garden Wedding in Jeffersonton
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