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The following “Wisconsin” 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 “Wisconsin” 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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Basilica of Saint Josaphat, Milwaukee, Wisconsin,'s stunning architectural details and soaring ceiling create a majestic and artistic scene setter for the couple's wedding day.
In Basilica of Saint Josaphat Milwaukee Wisconsin Stunning Architectural Details
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Bride and groom in a souped-up toy car, handing out champagne at Turner Hall Ballroom, Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
Bride and Groom Distribute Champagne from Toy Car at Turner Hall Ballroom Wedding
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Mercantile Hall, Wisconsin. The bride's nephew stares in awe at her during wedding portraits.
Bride’s Nephew Gazes in Awe During Wedding Portraits at Mercantile Hall, Wisconsin
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During their ceremony at St. Jerome's Catholic Church in Oconomowoc, Wisconsin, the bride and groom hold their rosaries close to their hearts.
St. Jerome's Catholic Church, Oconomowoc: Couple Holds Rosaries During Ceremony
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After a brief storm, enchanting fog blankets the lake at Bass Bay Brewhouse, Muskego, WI, creating a magical wedding scene.
Enchanting Wedding Scene: Fog Blankets Lake at Bass Bay Brewhouse, Muskego, WI
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Bride and groom joyfully exchange vows before a fireplace at The Madison Club, Madison, WI; happiness radiates throughout ceremony.
Bride and Groom Exchange Joyful Vows, Fireplace Glows at The Madison Club
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The groom’s brother delicately pins the boutonniere on his suit, reflected in a beautiful mirror at The Madison Club.
Groom’s Brother Pins Boutonniere, Reflected in Mirror at The Madison Club
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At Aud Mar Banquet Hall in Muskego, Wisconsin, a silver decorative bowl is artfully tilted on its side. An LED placed behind it casts a gentle sparkle over the stunning set of wedding bands, enhancing their brilliance against the elegant setup.
Wedding Bands Sparkle in Silver Bowl at Aud Mar Banquet Hall
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At the Milwaukee County Historical Society in Wisconsin, a photographer captures an epic shot from the balcony, showcasing the couple's first dance amidst the stunning, historic charm of the venue.
Couple Gracefully Spins Amid Historic Charm at Milwaukee County Historical Society
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In Waukesha, Wisconsin, an engaged couple snuggles up close, sharing heartfelt words as they exchange the top three reasons they fell in love with each other.
Waukesha Couple Shares Love Story, Top Three Reasons for Romance in Engagement
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In Port Washington, Wisconsin, an engaged couple shares a laugh as they embrace tightly. At the photographer's cue, he stands behind her, launching a loving kiss attack, evoking laughter and joy.
Port Washington Couple's Joyful Embrace Captured in Engagement Photo
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In Kenosha, Wisconsin, an engaged couple shares a warm bear hug amid the beautiful fall colors of an urban residential setting. The pre-dusk light adds a gentle glow.
Kenosha Couple's Cozy Embrace: Autumn Engagement Glows With Love
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In downtown Milwaukee, an engaged couple poses elegantly in formal attire. The last rays of sunset cast a warm glow over the urban landscape, beautifully framing their timeless poses.
Milwaukee Sunset: Couple's Elegant Engagement Amidst City Glow
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In Milwaukee, Wisconsin, an engaged couple strolls together on the grass at sunset, exchanging jokes and laughter against the lively backdrop of the Milwaukee Public Market.
Milwaukee Couple's Sunset Stroll: Laughter, Love at Public Market
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Cleveland, WI bride poses elegantly by a piano, with a second piano suspended above, in a grand room
Double Piano Elegance: Cleveland Bride's Graceful Pose in Grand Room with Suspended Piano
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In Delafield, Wisconsin, a couple danced joyfully as their wedding party sang around them, creating a lively scene outside a two-story building.
Lively Wedding Celebration: Joyful Couple Danced as Party Sang Outside Delafield's Charming Two-Story Venue
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Fond du Lac wedding night: bride, US Army member, stands illuminated in red, white, and blue lighting with her groom
Patriotic Illumination: Army Bride and Groom's Fond du Lac Wedding Night in Red, White, Blue Lights
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In Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, a bride and groom embraced for a kiss with their wedding party in the background.
Fond du Lac Embrace: Bride and Groom Share Kiss with Celebratory Wedding Party in the Background
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In Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin, two flower dudes entertain the crowd with a fun show beneath the trees, just before the bride makes her entrance down the aisle.
Flower Dudes Delight Guests in Wisconsin Dells Before Bride's Grand Entrance
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In Rubicon, Wisconsin, the old farmhouse with its white brick architecture beautifully frames the bride as she gets her makeup done, in a charming and timeless scene.
Rubicon Farmhouse Wedding: Bride Prepares in Timeless Scene
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In Baraboo, Wisconsin, a tight shot captures the little ring bearer being held as he eagerly reaches for the groom's flowers. The moment highlights his determination and adds a touch of humor to the occasion.
Ring Bearer Reaches for Groom's Flowers, Adding Humor to Baraboo, Wisconsin, Wedding Ceremony Scene
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In Milwaukee, Wisconsin, a wedding ceremony unfolds with a stunning view of downtown in the background, while glass reflections capture the guests seated.
Milwaukee Wedding: Downtown Views Reflected in Glass During Ceremony
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Engaged couple coordinated in fall colors for pre-wedding portraits in stunning Waukesha, Wisconsin forest.
Autumn Elegance: Coordinated Love in Waukesha
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At the Lake Michigan shoreline, an engaged couple poses for their pre-wedding portraits in scenic Sheboygan, Wisconsin.
Shoreline Love: Capturing Romance by Lake Michigan in Sheboygan
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Engaged couple captured in sweet pose during their pre-wedding portrait session in Waukesha, Wisconsin. Groom-to-be playfully arrests his fiancée for a romantic kiss.
Playful Romance: A Captivating Kiss in Waukesha
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Engaged couple poses for pre-wedding portraits against an urban backdrop in Kenosha, Wisconsin, making use of the vibrant fall colors and rustic warehouse setting.
Urban Romance: Fall Colors and Rustic Charm in Kenosha
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Engaged couple poses for dramatic pre-wedding portrait inside Milwaukee County Historical Society lit by photographer, capturing their love in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
Illuminated Love: Capturing Elegance at Milwaukee County Historical Society
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Bride poses for videographer in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin, side light from window dramatically highlighting her earrings and bouquet.
Bridal Radiance: Lake Geneva Portrait
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A Milwaukee, Wisconsin bride holds a lush, green bouquet, showcasing her favorite color in a beautiful display of greenery.
Lush Greenery and a Milwaukee Bride
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In Milwaukee, Wisconsin, the couple creates an unforgettable night shot, popping two bottles of champagne while vibrant colored lights dance in the background, capturing the festive energy of their celebration.
Champagne Celebration: Vibrant Night Shot in Milwaukee's Festive Glow
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