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The following “Heartfelt” 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 “Heartfelt” 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 Lake Tahoe, NV, a couple shares an intimate session sitting on boulders along the shoreline. During their engagement session, they read a note to each other, creating a heartfelt and memorable experience.
Couple at Lake Tahoe, NV, Shares Intimate Engagement Session on Boulders | Reading Notes to Each Other Creates Heartfelt, Memorable Experience
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At Alte Zeche Waltrop in Germany, the bridal bouquet is thoughtfully adorned with memorial photos of loved ones, adding a heartfelt and commemorative touch to the wedding day as a tribute to those who are dearly missed.
Bridal Bouquet Adorned with Memorial Photos at Alte Zeche Waltrop, Germany Wedding
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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
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In Sarzana, Liguria, a black-and-white photograph captures a tender pose as the bride nestles her head into the groom's chest, creating an intimate and heartfelt image.
Bride Nestles into Groom's Chest in Tender Black-and-White Portrait Captured in Sarzana, Liguria
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In Westfield, New Jersey, a heartfelt moment unfolds as the bride and groom hold hands during their intimate elopement.
Bride and Groom Hold Hands in Intimate Moment in Westfield, New Jersey
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At First Baptist Church in Decatur, the bride gathers with her bridesmaids for a heartfelt prayer before the ceremony, creating a touching moment of support, faith, and anticipation as they prepare for her special day.
Bride and Bridesmaids Share Touching Moment at First Baptist Church in Decatur
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Near their ceremony location in Fort Collins, Colorado, the bride and groom share a heartfelt dip at sunset, beautifully lit by the photographer to capture warmth and romance.
Bride and Groom Share Heartfelt Sunset Dip, Captured with Warm Lighting Near Fort Collins Ceremony
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At the bride's parents' house in Geloux, Landes, France, a black-and-white detail shot captures an intricate tangle of hands as several women gently assist in dressing the bride, creating a poignant image of care and collaboration.
Intricate Tangle of Hands Assists Bride in Poignant Black-and-White Shot at Parents' Home, Geloux, France
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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
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During speeches at the head table in a Baltimore, Maryland reception, the bride humorously offers a tissue to the groom. A lighthearted moment amid heartfelt words adds levity to the occasion.
Bride's Lighthearted Gesture Charms Baltimore Reception
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During a Baltimore, Maryland outdoor ceremony, the groom pauses his vows to give a serious glance to someone among the seated guests. The moment adds intrigue to the heartfelt proceedings.
Groom's Serious Glance Captivates Guests at Baltimore Ceremony
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At The Lion Inn in Chelmsford, UK, the groom shares a joyful dance with his young son during the wedding reception. The heartfelt moment highlights the family celebration's warmth.
Father-Son Dance: Heartfelt Celebration Unfolds at The Lion Inn
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At Villa di Ulignano in Tuscany, Italy, the bride and her father share a reaction of joy and excitement upon seeing the groom as they arrive at the wedding ceremony. This heartfelt moment underscores the anticipation and happiness of the day.
Joyful Arrival: Bride and Father Share Excitement at Villa di Ulignano Ceremony
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At a reception venue in Krakow, Malopolskie, a tight shot captures the bride embracing her emotional mother. The heartfelt hug underscores the deep bond and significance of the moment.
Bride Shares Heartfelt Hug with Mother in Krakow
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At Vinilia Wine Resort in Puglia, Italy, the groom is visibly emotional and teary-eyed as he watches his bride arrive for their sunny outdoor wedding ceremony.
Groom's Heartfelt Tears: A Sunny Puglia Wedding at Vinilia Wine Resort
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At Gibson Mill in Halifax, UK, the groom is moved to tears as he sees his new bride walking into their indoor ceremony.
Groom's Tearful Joy at Gibson Mill Wedding Ceremony, Halifax, UK
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At a reception venue in Burgundy, France, the bride shares a heartfelt hug with her mother-in-law in the shade of a tree. This tender embrace highlights the warmth and connection between the two.
Bride and Mother-in-Law Share Heartfelt Hug Under Tree at Burgundy, France, Wedding Reception Scene
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At Villa Giulia in Vitorchiano, the bride tenderly kisses her daughter on the cheek as guests surround them, capturing the heartfelt moment with their smartphones. This touching scene highlights the love and attention.
Bride's Tender Kiss on Daughter's Cheek Captured by Guests at Villa Giulia, Highlighting Love and Attention
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At Aragosta in Deer Isle, Maine, the bride and groom start laughing together as the bride can't stop crying during their heartfelt wedding ceremony.
Bride's Tears of Joy Elicit Laughter at Maine Wedding
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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
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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
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At Swancar Farm, the father of the bride places his hand over his mouth, overwhelmed with emotion as he sees his daughter in her wedding dress for the first time.
Dad Overwhelmed With Emotion Seeing Daughter in Wedding Dress at Swancar Farm
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At Château Gütsch in Luzern, a couple dressed in all white share a heartfelt moment, seated and holding hands during the party. This intimate scene beautifully captures their connection amid the festivities.
Couple Dressed in White Share Heartfelt Moment at Château Gütsch, Highlighting Intimacy Amid Festive Party
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At the Lyon Rhône ceremony location, during the wedding party, a witness delivers a heartfelt speech to the bride and groom. The bride bursts out laughing, filling the room with joy and warmth.
Witness Delivers Heartfelt Speech at Lyon Rhône Ceremony, Bride Bursts into Laughter
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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
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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.
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At The Naka Phuket in Thailand, the bride becomes emotional and can't hold back her tears as she practices her wedding vows during bridal preparation, highlighting the significance and heartfelt nature of the upcoming ceremony.
Bride's Tears Flow at Naka Phuket as Vows Bring Emotion
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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.
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At a private villa in Tuscany, the groom is overcome with emotion during the ceremony. Tears fill his eyes as he faces the bride, who is reading heartfelt vows.
At a private villa in Tuscany, the groom is overcome with emotion, tears in his eyes, as he listens to the bride read heartfelt vows during the ceremony.
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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
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