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The following “Couple” 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 “Couple” 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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The bride and groom walk down the aisle at Restaurant La Beach House in Anglet, France. This marks the beginning of their secular ceremony with the beautiful venue as their backdrop.
Bride and Groom Begin Secular Ceremony Walking Down the Aisle at Restaurant La Beach House in Anglet
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The bride and groom embrace in front of a pretty waterfall in Salies-de-Béarn, France. This intimate scene is captured next to the family home, a romantic setting for their union.
Bride and Groom Embrace Beside a Picturesque Waterfall Near a Family Home in Salies-de-Béarn, France
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At Aska Farms in Blue Ridge, GA, a couple's poodle takes a leak during their portrait session. The candid moment captures a humorous, natural part of their wedding day.
Couple’s Poodle Steals the Show With a Humorous Moment During Wedding Photos at Aska Farms, Georgia
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A couple is silhouetted against a sunset in Portugal. They pose low to the horizon with a big sky above, creating a dramatic and romantic portrait.
Silhouetted Couple Poses Low on the Horizon Against a Dramatic Sunset Sky in Portugal
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In Sintra, Portugal, a couple poses in the entrance of a ruined church. The dramatic backdrop of the historic ruins creates a striking and romantic portrait.
Couple Poses in the Entrance of a Ruined Old World Church for a Striking Scene in Sintra, Portugal
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A couple kisses in Zermatt, Switzerland, with the iconic Matterhorn visible in the snowy background. The romantic moment captures their affection amidst the stunning winter landscape.
Couple Shares a Kiss With the Snowy Matterhorn as a Breathtaking Backdrop in Zermatt, Switzerland
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On Iceland's Snaefellsnes Peninsula, a couple shares an embrace in a moss-covered canyon. The romantic portrait highlights their connection within the rugged, green landscape.
Couple Embraces in a Moss-Covered Canyon Amidst Rugged Green Landscapes on Iceland’s Snaefellsnes Peninsula
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A couple exits a car on urban streets in the City of London, captured in a black-and-white shot. The candid moment shows them stepping into the bustling city.
Couple Steps Out of Car Onto Bustling City of London Streets in Timeless Black-and-White Wedding Photo
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A couple's portrait is captured in a mirror at an ornate reception venue in England. The reflection highlights the elegance of both the couple and the fancy indoor setting.
Couple Reflected in Ornate Mirror Showcases Elegance at an Exquisite Reception Venue in England
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Newly married couple stroll through Philadelphia streets near City Hall, hands raised high in triumph. Their radiant joy is evident in this celebratory scene.
Newlyweds Stroll Through Philadelphia With Raised Hands, Radiating Joy Near Iconic City Hall Backdrop
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A chef's fiery expertise draws a stunning reaction from the couple at their Cescaphe wedding in Philadelphia. The burst of flames creates a memorable moment.
Chef’s Fiery Display Sparks Awe and Excitement During Couple’s Wedding Reception at Cescaphe in Philadelphia
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A couple is captured in a Philadelphia park like setting with their fur baby. This sweet portrait showcases their beloved pet before they head to the wedding ceremony.
Couple Shares a Sweet Parkside Portrait With Their Beloved Dog Before Wedding Ceremony in Philadelphia
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In Auvergne, a couple's portrait is captured under a light fixture. The intimate lighting highlights their connection, creating a warm and focused image.
Couple’s Connection Illuminated Under Soft Light Fixture in an Intimate Portrait Taken in Auvergne, France
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After hiking over 10 miles, a couple pauses in the late afternoon sun at Crater Lake National Park, Oregon. The image captures their adventurous wedding day.
Couple Pauses in Golden Sunlight After Hiking Ten Miles on Their Adventurous Wedding Day at Crater Lake
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After their wedding ceremony, a couple shares a romantic night in a hot tub at Yosemite National Park, California. The intimate scene captures their relaxation.
Couple Shares a Romantic Night in Hot Tub Beneath the Stars at Yosemite National Park, California
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In Yosemite National Park, California, a couple playfully puts moss mustaches on their faces during a hike.
Couple Shares a Playful Pose With Moss Mustaches While Hiking in Yosemite National Park, California
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At Domaine du T near Toulouse, a couple embraces outdoors at night under the rain. Illuminated by soft lighting, raindrops glisten around them, creating a dreamy, romantic atmosphere.
Couple Embraces Under Glistening Rain at Night, Bathed in Soft Light at Domaine du T Near Toulouse
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Inside a church in Toulouse, a quiet moment of communion unfolds during a wedding ceremony. The intimate atmosphere, filled with reverence and hope, highlights the couple’s spiritual connection as they share this meaningful ritual.
Couple Shares a Reverent Communion, Highlighting Spiritual Connection During Intimate Wedding Ceremony in Toulouse Church
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At the merry-go-round on Place Wilson in Toulouse, the couple shares a joyful session together before heading to city hall. Their happiness and anticipation shine in this playful, romantic pre-wedding portrait amid the vibrant city backdrop.
Couple Shares Playful Joy on Place Wilson Merry-Go-Round Before City Hall Ceremony in Toulouse
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At Mandarin Oriental Bangkok, the couple poses face to face for a vertical, artistic portrait. Their intimate connection is beautifully highlighted by creative composition and soft lighting.
Intimate Face-to-Face Couple’s Portrait With Artistic Composition and Soft Light at Mandarin Oriental Bangkok
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Outside Santissima Trinità in Ceresara, Mantova, Italy, the couple’s exit, framed by stunning floral arrangements. Bathed in light from the church’s main doorway, the radiant moment beautifully highlights their joy.
Couple’s Radiant Exit Surrounded by Lush Florals and Sunlight Outside Santissima Trinità in Ceresara, Mantova
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At the walls of Montagnana, Padua, Italy, the couple shares a unique kiss over the roof of a vintage car. Surrounded by historic charm, this playful, romantic portrait beautifully blends timeless love with nostalgic elegance on their special day.
Couple Shares a Playful Kiss Over Vintage Car Roof Beside Montagnana’s Historic Walls in Padua, Italy
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In Eastport, Maine, a couple strolls hand in hand along the rocky shoreline at the easternmost edge of the United States. Surrounded by rugged natural beauty, their walk captures a spirit of adventure and togetherness.
Couple Walks Hand in Hand Along Rugged Eastport Shoreline, Embracing Adventure at the Edge of Maine
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At The Whaf in Falmouth, an intimate couple poses on the beach at sunset, beautifully framed by soft golden light and the delicate movement of the bride’s veil.
Couple Poses Intimately on Sunset Beach, Bride’s Veil Flowing in Golden Light at The Wharf in Falmouth
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At The Wharf in Falmouth, bold silhouettes and a flowing veil stand out against a glowing sky, blending romance and drama in this unforgettable wedding scene.
Striking Silhouettes and Flowing Veil Create a Dramatic, Romantic Scene Against Glowing Skies at The Wharf, Falmouth
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At Jones River Trading Post, the couple shares a quiet portrait session beneath a breathtaking sky, their connection beautifully framed by the sweeping grandeur of nature all around them.
Couple Shares Quiet Portrait Beneath Expansive Sky, Surrounded by Natural Grandeur at Jones River Trading Post
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At Les 2 Alpes ski station in France, the couple playfully blows snow from their hands toward the camera, creating a lively, snappy photo bursting with bright colors and joyful winter energy.
Couple Playfully Blows Snow Toward Camera, Creating a Joyful, Colorful Scene at Les 2 Alpes Ski Station, France
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In front of an old Western-style house on Panyu Road, Shanghai, China, the couple and their friends gather amid gentle rain, creating a lively and romantic wedding scene against the backdrop of white-walled architecture.
Couple and Friends Gather in Gentle Rain Beside Old Western-Style House on Panyu Road, Shanghai, China
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At home in Shanghai, China, relatives joyfully capture happy wedding moments of the couple, each holding up a smartphone, filling the scene with love, excitement, and shared celebration.
Relatives Joyfully Capture Wedding Memories With Smartphones in a Scene Filled With Love at Home in Shanghai
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In Crete Senesi, Tuscany, the couple’s kiss stands out against a dramatic blue sky filled with sweeping clouds, creating a striking and romantic portrait amid the region’s breathtaking landscapes.
Couple Shares a Romantic Kiss Beneath Dramatic Blue Sky and Sweeping Clouds in Crete Senesi, Tuscany
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