Wedding Photos of Emotion

The following “Emotion” 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 “Emotion” 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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At the reception venue, Domaine du Moulin Neuf in France, a detailed photo captures a poignant moment as the groom closes his eyes, a tear falling while shivers run down his neck during a heartfelt speech at the secular ceremony.
Groom Sheds Tear During Emotional Speech in Detailed Portrait at Domaine du Moulin Neuf, France Reception
At Château des Selves in Seillans, Var, a heartwarming scene unfolds as the bride embraces her best friend tightly, while the groom, overcome with emotion, gently rests his hand on a young boy's head.
Bride's Embrace and Groom's Tender Gesture at Château des Selves, Seillans
In the town of Podenzana, a tightly framed black-and-white shot captures an intimate embrace between the couple. They stand face to face, with the bride gazing downward, creating a timeless and emotional scene set against the urban backdrop.
Bride Gazes Down in Intimate Scene Against Urban Podenzana Backdrop
At a wedding venue in Nanning, Guangxi, the atmosphere is filled with emotion, creating a warm and unforgettable moment that captures the joy and deep sentiment of the bride in tears.
Bride's Tears Capture Emotional Joy in Unforgettable Moment at Nanning Wedding Venue, Guangxi
In Baltimore, Maryland, a black-and-white shot captures the bride standing by a window, tears in her eyes as she holds her bouquet. The natural light highlights her emotional expression, creating a poignant and intimate image.
Bride's Tearful Moment by Window in Black-and-White, Baltimore
At Waterside Country Barn in Taunton, UK, during the outdoor ceremony, the bride gazes at the groom with her mouth wide open in expression, while the officiant speaks into a microphone. This moment captures her animated reaction amid the vows.
Expressive Vows: Bride's Animated Reaction During Ceremony at Waterside Country Barn
At The Barn at Boyden Farm in Cambridge, VT, the groom's family, seated in the front row, all share a joyful laugh during the wedding ceremony.
Groom's Family Shares Joyful Laugh at Vermont Barn Wedding Ceremony
In a home in Paris, Île-de-France, the bridesmaids excitedly see the wedding dress for the first time as the bride walks into the room carrying it, in a moment filled with joy and anticipation.
Paris Home Scene of Dress Reveal Before Wedding
At Yanik Mektep in Istanbul, Turkey, the bride receives a heartfelt and sincere look from her grandmother, bathed in sunlight. The scene is enriched with smiles, encapsulating the warmth and love shared on this special occasion.
Bride Shares Heartfelt Look with Grandmother, Illuminated by Sunlight at Yanik Mektep in Istanbul Wedding Scene
At Fort Saint André, the best man looks disillusioned as he surveys the aftermath of the ceremony, with the floor strewn with stringers. This moment captures the contrast between the joyous celebration and the ensuing mess.
Best Man Surveys Stringer-Strewn Floor at Fort Saint André, Highlighting Celebration's Joy and Aftermath Contrast
At Eton College Chapel, the bride laughs wildly while holding the groom as they walk through a jubilant flurry of confetti. This joyful moment captures the exuberance and delight of their celebration.
Bride Laughs Wildly Amid Confetti Flurry with Groom at Eton College Chapel, Celebrating Exuberant Wedding Joy
In Paris, under a tent with clear side panels, the groom dries his tears after being deeply moved by his wife's heartfelt speech.
Groom Moved to Tears by Bride's Speech at Paris Wedding
At Saint-Sulpice-et-Cameyrac, there is a warm hug shared at the end of the speeches, capturing a heartfelt moment at the wedding.
Wedding Guests Embrace After Speeches at Saint-Sulpice-et-Cameyrac
At Molcey Mill in Peterborough, UK, the bride and groom simultaneously cry during the ceremony, mirroring each other as they wipe tears with kerchiefs. This poignant moment highlights the deep emotion and connection shared between them.
Bride and Groom Cry Together at Molcey Mill Ceremony, Highlighting Deep Emotional Connection in Peterborough Wedding
Outside at Chateau du Sou features a tender moment as the father rides with his daughter, the bride, just before the church ceremony. This intimate car ride captures a mix of anticipation and emotion before the big event.
Father Rides with Bride at Chateau du Sou, Capturing Tender Pre-Ceremony Moment
At BijHuub Alkmaar, a joyful grandma congratulates the groom, her face beaming as she tenderly touches his face. The moment captures love and happiness amid the wedding celebration.
Joyful Grandma Beams, Congratulating Groom with Tender Touch at BijHuub Alkmaar Wedding Celebration
At Erbasu Hotel, the mother of the bride watches affectionately as her daughter gets ready. The moment is filled with emotion and anticipation, highlighting their special bond.
Bride's Mother Watches Affectionately as Daughter Prepares at Erbasu Hotel, Highlighting Their Special Bond
At the reception venue in Le Val d'Azergues, France, the bride's daughter beams with happiness. Her joy is evident as she watches her parents exchange rings, capturing a heartfelt family moment.
Bride's Daughter Beams with Happiness Watching Parents Exchange Rings at Le Val d'Azergues
At Domaine des, the newlyweds warmly embrace the master of ceremonies in gratitude. This heartfelt gesture reflects their appreciation and adds a touching moment to the celebration.
At Domaine des, the newlyweds warmly embrace the master of ceremonies, a heartfelt gesture reflecting their gratitude and adding a touching moment to the celebration.
At Mairie d'Asnières 27260, following the ceremony, the newlyweds share a heartfelt embrace with the groom's sister. Musicians seated in the back corner provide a beautiful soundtrack to this touching family moment.
At Mairie d'Asnières 27260, after the ceremony, the newlyweds share an embrace with the groom's sister, as musicians in the back corner provide a beautiful soundtrack to this family moment.
At a reception venue in Cleveland, Ohio, the first dance is truly special as the couple is surrounded by their loved ones. The presence of friends and family adds warmth and joy to these memorable moments.
In Cleveland, Ohio, a couple shares a special first dance, surrounded by loved ones who bring warmth and joy to the moment.
At Ugolf in Metz, a black-and-white detail shot captures the bride's hands resting gently on the groom's shoulders as they stand face to face, highlighting the intimate connection and tenderness.
Bride's Hands on Groom's Shoulders in Black-and-White Detail Highlights Tender Moment at Ugolf Metz Wedding
At a family home in Portland, UK, the brides father shares a heartfelt hug under the sun during the outdoor ceremony, with bridesmaids lined up behind them, witnessing the touching display of unity and affection.
Portland Wedding: Father, Bride Share Emotional Hug During Ceremony
At Cascina Carretto in Erbusco (Bs), following the ceremony, the bride shares a heartfelt moment with her grandmother. The embrace is filled with warmth and emotion, celebrating their bond on this memorable day.
At Cascina Carretto in Erbusco, after the ceremony, the bride shares an embrace with her grandmother, filled with warmth and emotion.
At Riverale Barn, the bride shares a heartfelt hug with her mum, in a touching moment, while two round mirrors on the wall behind them add a graphic backdrop to this special embrace.
Bride, Mother Share Heartfelt Embrace at Riverdale Barn, Mirrors Reflect Joy
At The Gathering Barn in Wiltshire, laughter fills the air as the smiling bride and her mum arrive at the end of the aisle, where the groom waits eagerly at the altar.
Bride and Mum's Joyful Arrival at Wiltshire Barn Wedding
At Mountain Shadows in Scottsdale, Arizona, the bride's family reacts with awe and delight upon seeing her for the first time. She turns to reveal the back of her dress and veil, with the groom standing beside her, smiling warmly.
Bride's Reveal at Mountain Shadows Stuns Family, Groom Smiles
At Gate Street in Guildford, Surrey, vibrant colored smoke envelops the joyful newlyweds, both dressed in soft white attire, enhancing the festive atmosphere of their celebration.
Colored Smoke Envelops Joyful Newlyweds in Soft Whites at Gate Street, Guildford Wedding Celebration
At Sky Ranch Lodge in Sedona, Arizona, the father of the bride pauses, overwhelmed by emotion, as he sees his daughter in her wedding dress for the first time.
Father Sees Daughter in Wedding Dress at Sky Ranch Lodge, Sedona, Arizona
At Darver Castle, the bride's children playfully hide under her dress train, adding joyful chaos to the preparation moments before the wedding, highlighting a tender family moment amid the excitement.
Bride's Children Hide Under Dress in Tender Moment at Darver Castle Wedding Prep

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