Wedding Photos of Guests

The following “Guests” 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 “Guests” 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 newlywed couple begins to recess from their ceremony at The Belvedere in Baltimore, MD, with a flower girl running alongside them holding her bouquet, while guests cheer and wave colorful streamers in the air.
WEDDING WHIRLWIND: Flower Girl Sprint Sparks Cheery Chaos as Guests Reel in Streamers
At Friedhofskirche Wuppertal, the priest lightens the mood with jokes during the wedding ceremony as a seated couple and all guests erupt in laughter.
Nuptials at Friedhofskirche: Priest's Punny Jokes Spark Laughter Among Seated Couple and Guests
A newlywed couple shares a tender kiss in front of guests at Martinanche's Castle in Puy-de-Dôme, France, holding a small tree symbolizing their growing love and commitment.
Newlyweds Symbolize Growing Love with a Kiss and a Tree at French Castle Wedding
Guests gleefully ride a slide at a wedding reception at the luxurious Rosewood Hotel in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico.
Rosewood Romp: Guests Slide into Fun at Wedding Reception in San Miguel de Allende
At Skyline Lodge Highlands, NC, a crowd of cheering guests with the couple as they share a kiss, seated in an ampitheater style arrangement with rows rising towards the rear.
Wedding Vows in Awe: Couple's Kiss Adorned by Cheers in NC Lodge Amphitheater
Newly married Bride and Groom at Hazel Gap Barn in Nottinghamshire, surrounded by joyous guests throwing confetti as they walk back down the aisle.
Joy-Filled Exit: Newlyweds at Hazel Gap Barn, Nottinghamshire, Celebrated by Confetti-Wielding Guests
Black and white image of guests joyfully dancing at Calke Abbey, Derbyshire, with a live band in the background, capturing the lively atmosphere of the wedding celebration.
Black and White Photo: Guests Grooving at Calke Abbey Wedding with Live Band Backdrop
A joyful bride holding a champagne glass on the right, surrounded by guests laughing as a baby is passed from a woman to an older man, while another child covers their ears.
Giggles Galore: Bride, Babes, and Bubbly - A Wedding Celebration
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
Newlywed couple walking out of Église Saint-Sauveur du Petit-Andely in France, greeted by guests applauding and celebrating their marriage.
French Church Exit: Ecstatic Guests Cheer for Newlyweds Emerging from Wedding Ceremony
Bride and groom entering the reception venue surrounded by guests holding glowing fireworks in Moselle, creating a warm and festive atmosphere.
Sparkling Reception Entrance: Newlyweds Surrounded by Glowing Fireworks and Guests in Moselle
Black and white action shot of the wild dance floor at the Banff Gondola reception. Hands in the air, guests having a great time.
Dancing Among the Rockies: A Spirited Banff Gondola Reception
Guests and groom's mom share a moment of uncontrollable laughter during the ceremony at Secrets Akumal, Quintana Roo, Mexico.
Unbridled Joy: A Wedding Moment at Secrets Akumal
Guests at a wedding in Pennard House, Somerset, share a heartwarming moment as they sing a song together on the bustling dance floor.
Bonds of Love: Singing Together at Pennard House
Black and white photograph at La Delfina in Rosario, Santa Fe capturing guests joyfully dancing at the party.
Spirited Celebration: Dancing in Black and White at La Delfina in Rosario
Artistic brilliance shines through as the wedding photographer skillfully frames the guests capturing cherished memories of the happy couple during the Sandburn wedding ceremony.
Sandburn Wedding: Capturing Cherished Memories with Artistic Brilliance
A stunning image captured amidst the captivating allure of Matera; showcasing a breathtaking outdoor ceremony in the courtyard of a historic building, with guests witnessing the proceedings.
Matera Magnificence: Witnessing Love's Beauty in Historic Courtyard Nuptials
Newlywed couple enjoying their wedding reception at Mountain Meadows Golf Course in Pomona, California, surrounded by pink, blue, and purple dj lights as they dance with their guests
Pomona's Party Palette: A Vibrant Celebration at Mountain Meadows
At the Philadelphia Pennsylvania Reception Venue, the bride is caught in shock as her husband accidentally falls out of his chair during the horah, prompting everyone to quickly lend a helping hand
Unforeseen Tumble: A Philadelphia Wedding's Hora Mishap Bonds Guests in Unity
Women guests at a ceremony in Ardeche, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, sharing emotional moments as they leave - some shedding tears while others bursting into laughter
Ardeche Emotions: A Captivating Wedding Celebration in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
In Paris, Île-de-France, the groom, the bride, and their son step out of the ceremony under streamers held by guests
Parisian Wedding Steppers: Streamers and Smiles
Celebrating love at Hall Barns, Leicestershire, UK, this skilled wedding photographer captures a tender moment. The image showcases the bride and groom sharing a kiss, beautifully framed by two joyful guests on the dance floor.
Tender Kiss: Love Captured Amidst Joyful Celebrations at Hall Barns, Leicestershire, UK
Happy bride and groom leaving the ceremony location at Arboretum Poort Bulten in De Lutte, Netherlands, with picturesque trees and guests in the background
Arboretum Poort Bulten: Happy Newlyweds Depart Amidst Picturesque Trees and Guests
A photographer in Lincolnshire captures a joyful moment at a wedding reception in Scrivelsby Walled Garden. Guests participate in a space hopper race, bouncing on inflatable toys and having fun on the grass. This image has been recognized by the WPJA.
Joyful Celebration: Wedding Guests Race on Space Hoppers at Lincolnshire's Scrivelsby Walled Garden
A wedding photographer in Surrey captured this award-winning image at Richmond Rugby Club. The groom and guests are seen watching the bride give her speech, captured from behind, showing only her legs, shoes, and short dress.
RICHMOND RUGBY CLUB: Stunning Documentary Wedding Photo Reveals Bride's Speech
At Villa Ekaterina, the groom is joyfully tossed into the air by his friends on his wedding day. A moment of celebration and happiness captured in a beautiful photo.
Villa Ekaterina: Joyful Toss, A Moment of Celebration and Happiness

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