Wedding Photos of Atmosphere

The following “Atmosphere” 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 “Atmosphere” 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.

In Tunis, Tunisia, the shadow of the singer adds an artistic touch to the reception, infusing the atmosphere with rhythm and melody as guests revel in the celebration.

Melodic Shadows: A Tunisian Wedding Celebration

In London, England, the Jewish tisch unfolds with many men surrounding the table, creating an atmosphere steeped in tradition and camaraderie.

Traditional Jewish Tisch in London: Men gather in camaraderie in historic celebration atmosphere

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A newlywed couple standing under a delicate veil on their wedding day at Burg Blankenstein in Hattingen, set against the serene, minimalistic white background.

Newlyweds Under Delicate Veil at Burg Blankenstein: Serene Wedding Day in Hattingen

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Beautiful wedding picture taken at Galerie de la Reine in Brussels capturing a tender embrace between the bride and groom amidst the bustling city night scene, illustrating their strong connection in the midst of a crowd.

Romantic Embrace: Bride and Groom in Brussels Evening at Galerie de la Reine

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Beautiful golden hour portrait of a couple on their wedding day at Domaine de Belfonds in Provence, France, showcasing the enchanting atmosphere and connection between the newlyweds as they walk in sunshine.

Golden Hour Romance: Couple's Radiant Wedding Portrait at Domaine de Belfonds in Provence, France

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A funny moment at Wild Basin Lodge in Colorado captured on the wedding day, as the groom warms up by the fireplace after the chilly ceremony, creating a cozy and intimate atmosphere.

Groom's Charismatic Cozy-up by Fireplace at Wild Basin Lodge Wedding In Colorado

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A joyful moment from a wedding day captured in Berkshire, as the bride and groom playfully dodge confetti thrown by guests during the ceremony's finale, showcasing the fun and celebratory atmosphere of a wedding celebration.

Berkshire Bliss: Bride and Groom Dodge Delightful Confetti at Wedding Finale Festivities

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A vibrant and joyful wedding moment captured at Grand Hyatt in Goa, India, as the bride walks down the aisle surrounded by festive colors and celebration, epitomizing the joy and fun of the party atmosphere at this memorable event.

Bride's Joyful Journey at Grand Hyatt In Goa, India's Festive Wedding Party

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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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A romantic couple stands inside a church in Lugos, France, sharing a tender kiss on their wedding day. The indoor setting features dramatic low lighting, adding to the intimate and romantic atmosphere of the session.

Romantic Couple Embracing Love: A Tender Kiss Inside Lugos Church, France, on Wedding Day

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A romantic wedding photo capturing a couple about to kiss at their celebration in Salle polyvalente, Tossiat, France. The bride and groom are beautifully silhouetted against a blue gel light backdrop, creating a dreamy and intimate atmosphere.

Dreamy Silhouettes: A Romantic Kiss in Salle Polyvalente, Tossiat, France

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A candid moment caught in the chaos of a wedding reception at The Kingscote Barn in Tetbury, as wind sweeps a parasol onto the roof while the keyboard musician continues to play, capturing a party atmosphere during the celebration.

Wind Sweeps Parasol to Roof: Keyboard Serenade at The Kingscote Barn, Tetbury Wedding Reception

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A romantic couple embracing in a beautiful silhouette on their wedding day at a stunning wedding venue in Gelderland, Netherlands. The background is illuminated with a soft blue gel, creating a dreamy and enchanting atmosphere.

Enchanting Silhouette: Romantic Couple Embracing at Stunning Wedding Venue in Gelderland, Netherlands

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A joyous celebration captured at Sítio da Figueira in Porto Alegre, Rio Grande do Sul, as the bride and groom share a happy moment with their guests, showcasing the festive atmosphere and love in a candid wedding shot.

Festive Love: Bride and Groom Share Happy Moment at Sítio da Figueira in Porto Alegre

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Bride dancing under the captivating lights at Hotel San Jose in Belo Horizonte, Brazil, during her wedding party surrounded by joyful guests, creating a magical and unforgettable atmosphere.

Dance at Hotel San Jose: Belo Horizonte bride wows guests with festive charm

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Wedding photographer captures a breathtaking bridal portrait at Mill City Ruins in MN. The image features a colorful atmosphere with a translucent rainbow flag gracefully enveloping the entire frame.

Rainbow Reflections: Bridal Bliss radiates amidst Mill City Ruins

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World's best creative wedding photography from Liss Ard Estate, Ireland for a picture of the brides gown hanging with a dream like atmosphere

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Under Chao Phraya Sky Park, Bangkok, Thailand mini urban pic shoot with a view of the bride and groom with the atmosphere, the colors of the capital as a background.It makes the image interesting

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Kaomai Lanna Resort Chiangmai small indoor photo session with the light shining through the windows on both sides of the building as a cafe atmosphere. It looks beautiful and outstanding

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France outdoor wedding photography from Claret village park showing Lots of atmosphere during the ribbon game for the bridal bouquet

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Ashbourne Getting ready wedding photo in a casual relaxed atmosphere

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A picture of a couple taken at sunset under a tree in San Vincenzo, Tuscany with a vibrant sky and golden light captures the atmosphere of their wedding day

The couple's wedding day was captured in a beautiful sunset portrait at San Vincenzo, Tuscany

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Wedding pictures of reception limbo by Queens photographer

Wedding picture of reception limbo by a Queens photographer

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Trenton, Maine wedding photography of couple raised up for the Horah dance

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Hesse wedding reception photography of speeches in low light | Germany bride and groom at their wedding

Hesse wedding reception photography of speeches in low light of a Germany bride and groom

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Victoria - AU wedding photojournalism image of a couple dancing during outdoor reception under strings of lights

Twilight Waltz: A Love Story Under the Australian Sky

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Rome wedding shoot with a couple leaving their reception party under a gauntlet of guests with flaming torches

Eternal Flames: A Roman Wedding Celebration

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The warm amber light illuminated the champagne glasses, creating a romantic atmosphere for the wedding

A romantic amber glow illuminated champagne glasses at a wedding venue in Providence, RI

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Minas Gerais couple was captured posing for pictures in a farmer's crop field

The couple was captured posing for pictures in a farmer's crop field, with a warm embrace and a warm color palette adding to the romantic and intimate atmosphere of the image

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