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The following “Washington” 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 “Washington” 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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A detail-oriented wedding day artistic close-up from Mt. Rainier, WA, captures a pair of guests joyfully clinking their Rainier beer cans together immediately following the ceremony.
Near Mt Rainier WA Guests Joyfully Clinking Rainier Beer Cans After Ceremony
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Seattle, Washington guests cheer their drinks during toasts under the warm glow of string lights at a reception held in an Airbnb.
In Seattle Washington Guests Cheer Drinks Under Warm String Lights at Airbnb Reception
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Mt. Baker, WA — At sunrise, the couple stands together above a reflective pond with an impressive, jagged mountain in the background, minutes before reciting their vows at the ceremony location.
Near Mt Baker WA Couple Stands Above Reflective Pond With Impressive Mountain
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An intimate artistic detail photo taken at Morning Star Natural Resources Conservation Area captures a close-up of the couple's new wedding rings sparkling over the tranquil water of the river.
At Morning Star Natural Area Rings Sparkle Over Tranquil Water of River
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Sultan, WA — The bride and groom snuggle closely together on a downed tree trunk along the trail at their ceremony location, capturing a warm and intimate wedding portrait in the natural setting.
In Sultan WA Bride and Groom Snuggle Closely on Downed Tree Trunk Along Trail
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At the Chateau in Kalama, Washington, the bride and groom share a quiet moment together in an ornate home, captured from a staircase above before their grand reception entrance downstairs.
Chateau, Kalama, Washington Wedding: Couple’s Quiet Moment Before Grand Reception Entrance
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At Le Chateau in Kalama, Washington, flower girls dance during the reception as dramatic Pacific Northwest storms brew outside, adding energy and atmosphere to the celebration.
Le Chateau, Kalama, Washington Wedding: Flower Girls Dance As Storm Brews Outside
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A mother and son at Salish Lodge wedding, smiling, comparing pastel nail polish.
Salish Lodge Wedding: Mother and Son Comparing Pastel Nail Polish
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Bride and groom kiss holding lanterns on Olympic National Park beach after adventurous wedding day.
Romantic Kiss, Lantern Glow: Olympic National Park Wedding Portrait
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Black and white WPJA photo: A groom prepares on a misty Mt. Baker, WA mountaintop, dramatically framed by trees.
Mountaintop Groom in BW Amidst Misty Drama - Mt. Baker Wedding
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A minimalist detail shot at an Airbnb in Blaine, WA: a wedding bouquet perfectly placed within an old telephone nook in white walls.
Blaine Airbnb: Wedding Bouquet in Telephone Nook
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At a cabin in Deming, WA, a bride stands on the balcony, looking inward through a series of repeating vertical windows.
Vertical Windows Frame Bride at Cabin in Deming, WA
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On a moody morning at Snoqualmie Pass, WA, a bride and groom stand distantly on a small peninsula within a lake.
Snoqualmie Pass: Distant Couple on Lake Peninsula
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A detail shot from Snoqualmie Pass, WA: the bride and groom link pinkies, showcasing their new wedding rings.
Snoqualmie Pass Detail: Pinkies and Wedding Rings
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At Lake Cushman, WA, a bride and groom snuggle in their camper van, their home on wheels for many adventures.
Lake Cushman Wedding Portrait: Cozy Camper Van Snuggles
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In front of the Supreme Court in Washington, a couple embraces at the base of the steps, symbolizing unity and love against the backdrop of this iconic institution.
Love and Unity: Couple Embraces at Supreme Court Steps, Infusing Iconic Backdrop with Personal Significance in Washington
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At Ruby Beach in Washington, the bride and groom share a romantic kiss on the beach as the sun sets at the picturesque shoreline.
Bride and Groom's Kiss on Picturesque Shoreline of Ruby Beach, Washington Wedding Scene
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At Second Beach in Washington, the bride and groom share a kiss on the sandy shore, beautifully illuminated by light shining from behind them, creating a romantic and ethereal scene.
Bride and Groom's Backlit Kiss on Sandy Shore at Second Beach, Washington Wedding Scene
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In the Hoh Rainforest, Washington, the bride and groom share a kiss under a mossy tree, each holding umbrellas to shield against the fall season's rain, creating a romantic and enchanting scene in the lush greenery.
Umbrella-Shielded Kiss Under Mossy Tree in Lush Hoh Rainforest, Washington Wedding Scene
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At Artist Point in Washington, amidst a fog-covered mountain backdrop, a bride in a black dress and a groom in a purple suit elope, holding hands as they walk across the rocks. Their figures are beautifully mirrored in the water below, adding an enchantin
Bride in Black and Groom in Purple Hand-in-Hand at Artist Point, Washington, Mirrored in Water
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Bride and her father walking down the aisle in St. Aloysius Church, surrounded by the beautiful architecture of Gonzaga High School on wedding day in Washington, DC.
Bride and Father Amidst St. Aloysius Church's Stunning Architecture
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At The National Press Center in Washington, D.C., the groomsmen playfully fight for the basketball during their grand entrance.
Groomsmen Playfully Compete for Basketball During Grand Entrance at The National Press Center, Washington
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Amidst the preparations for an Indian wedding, a beautiful heart-shaped ring dish sits center of carefully arranged details at a getting ready location in Seattle, Washington.
SEATTLE, WASHINGTON | A Beautiful Heart-Shaped Ring Dish Adds Elegance to Indian Wedding Prep Shot
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A little guest at Christianson's Nursery is reaching for adult drinks in the ice cooler.
A Young Wedding Guest | Christianson's Nursery Celebration | Skagit Valley
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A romantic kiss captured in an intimate scene in downtown Seattle, under the rain and a clear umbrella.
Seattle Wedding Photography | Intimate Kiss in the Rain
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A couple walking in the rain with an umbrella on their way to a courthouse in Downtown Seattle.
Seattle Courthouse Elopement | Urban Rainy Day Romance Walk
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An engaged couple embraces in a beautiful cherry blossom setting in Seattle, WA. Soft pastel colors and a romantic atmosphere set the scene for their upcoming marriage.
A Seattle Engagement Portrait Amidst Cherry Blooms and Romance
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At Canlis, the groom chats with guests during a lively wedding reception, while a reflection in the window shows another guest drinking wine.
Groom Engages Guests at Canlis Wedding; Window Reflection Captures Toasting Moment
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Beautiful bride reading vows to groom at Mt. Rainier National Park in Washington. They stand toe-to-toe on a fire lookout tower, with her flowing dress billowing in the wind over the deck railing.
Unveiling Love's Promise: Vows Exchanged at Mt. Rainier's Tower
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A stunning wedding detail shot captured in Mt. Rainier National Park, Washington. The groom tenderly lifts the dirty train of his bride's embellished gown as they navigate rocky terrain in the glowing sunshine.
Mountain Romance: A Bride and Groom's Rocky Terrain Adventure in Mt. Rainier
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