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The following “Love” 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 “Love” 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 Crystal Gardens Event Center, a heartwarming scene unfolds as the children of the bride and groom share a playful moment while peering in on their parents who are on the verge of exchanging vows.
Children's Peek at the Wedding Bliss at Crystal Gardens Event Center
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At La Ferme d'Armenon in Paris, France, the gentle wind delicately caresses the bride's veil, creating a captivating dance of fabric moments before the ceremony, adding a touch of ethereal beauty to the enchanting scene.
Veiled in Love at La Ferme d'Armenon, Paris
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In the romantic ambiance of Paris, France, amidst a backdrop of the city, the groom joyfully leaps into the air, his spirit lifted in jubilation, while the bride, just a few steps below, watches with affectionate amusement.
Parisian Love: Groom's Joyful Leap
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On the stunning Mallorca Island in Spain, bathed in the golden hues of the enchanting golden hour, the bride and groom pose for a portrait that exudes timeless romance and breathtaking beauty,.
Golden Hour Romance: A Timeless Portrait of Love on Mallorca Island, Spain
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In Manchester, Vermont at the Equinox Resort and Spa, laughter ensues as the bride giggles while her sister attempts to buckle her shoe, capturing a heartwarming moment of sisterly love.
Sisterly Shoe Buckling: Heartwarming Laughter at Equinox Resort Wedding in Manchester, Vermont
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At Villa Mansi in Segromigno in Monte, the bride and groom share their first dance in the grand ballroom, surrounded by friends and relatives, radiating love and joy.
Elegance and Love in Villa Mansi's Grand Ballroom: A Magical First Dance in Segromigno in Monte
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At Casale De Pasquinelli, the escorted bride gracefully walks down the aisle, viewed from above, as they pass a charming stone building, encapsulating the moment.
Elegance in Motion: Bride's Journey at Casale De Pasquinelli, Capturing Love by Stone Building
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A family legacy captured in a heartfelt photo on a wedding day in Biarritz, France. Four generations, from great-grandmother to granddaughter, beautifully getting ready at home for a special occasion. Embracing tradition and love in a timeless setting.
Generations of Love: Family Tradition in Biarritz, France on Wedding Day Preparations at Home
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A beautiful image of a bride and groom on their wedding day in Zurich. The couple is side by side, gazing lovingly at each other as they exit the ceremony, with confetti and flower petals falling around them.
Zurich Nuptials: Bride and groom blissfully exit ceremony, surrounded by confetti and flower petals
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Wedding day image taken at Marche Villa Teloni in San Severino, Marche. A fun-filled pool party scene with the groom mid-air, leaping into the water, joining the bride and bridesmaid already splashing around. A joyous and carefree celebration.
Poolside Paradise: Groom Leaps into Love at Marche Villa Teloni in San Severino, Marche
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A black and white close-up shot of a couple exchanging vows at San Francisco City Hall during their wedding day, showcasing their love and commitment.
Eternal Love Captured: Vows Exchanged at San Francisco City Hall, A Black and White Moment
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This beautiful black and white image captures the sweet embrace of a newlywed couple on their wedding day at a private residence in Saratoga, CA, during an outdoor ceremony in a garden setting.
Saratoga Garden Love: Newlyweds share a sweet embrace at a private residence outdoor ceremony
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A beautiful portrait captured at Garre' Vineyard & Winery in Livermore, CA, where a newlywed couple gazes lovingly at each other against a breathtaking sunset.
Sunset Love: Newlyweds Gaze Adoringly at Garre' Vineyard & Winery, Livermore, CA
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A beautiful wedding portrait taken at Danehill Manor in Nicasio, CA. The image features the bride holding a horse's rein while the groom stands proudly next to his yellow convertible sports car. A unique and elegant union of love and style.
Union of Love and Style: Elegant Wedding Portrait at Danehill Manor in Nicasio, CA
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An amusing moment captured in black and white as a gondolier hilariously reacts to a newlywed couple sharing a kiss on their wedding day in Venice, Italy.
Venetian Gondolier's Comical Delight: Newlyweds Share a Kiss on Their Wedding Day in Venice
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A romantic wedding portrait captured in Venice, Italy. The newlyweds are mesmerized by the beauty of the Grand Canal as they gaze affectionately, her head resting on his shoulder. A dreamy image of love and connection on their special day.
Enchanted Love On the Grand Canal: Romantic Wedding Portrait in Venice, Italy
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Emotional moment between two bridesmaids holding hands, witnessing their friend's wedding at Mount Hope Farm in Bristol, RI USA.
Tender Bridesmaid Bond: Mount Hope Farm Wedding in Bristol, RI USA Sparks Emotional Unity
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Wedding day portrait at Venice, Italy. Bride and groom in a tender embrace, waiting to board a gondola in a charming Venetian setting. An intimate image capturing the love and awe of the newlyweds on their special day in Venice.
Romantic Venice: Bride and Groom Embracing Before Boarding Gondola in Traditional Venetian Setting
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Beautiful moment of sisterly love as the bride's sister embraces her after helping with the final touches of her dress, at Marriott Metrocenter in Bethesda, MD on the wedding day.
Sisterly Embrace: Bride's Sister Helps with Final Touches at Marriott Metrocenter in Bethesda, MD
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A heartwarming moment captured during a wedding ceremony at Stone Manor Country Club in Middletown, MD, as a grandmother using a walker attempts to photograph her beloved niece amidst the prayer time.
Grandmother's Tender Moment: Beloved Niece on Wedding Day at Stone Manor Country Club
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A captivating black and white wedding portrait captured at Victoria Peak Garden, Hong Kong. The bride and groom are framed by a vintage lamp and the silhouette of trees, creating a romantic and enchanting scene.
Enchanting Black and White Wedding Portrait at Victoria Peak Garden, Hong Kong: Vintage Love
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A beautiful bride and groom embrace in the rain, captured in a romantic scene at the National Gallery of Art East Wing on their wedding day. The soft backlight highlights their connection and love for each other.
Enchanting Rainy Day Romance: National Gallery of Art East Wing Wedding Embrace
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Wedding day image taken at Shenandoah National Park, showcasing a passionate kiss between the couple in a stunning natural backdrop. The love between these newlyweds is palpable in this picturesque setting.
Romantic Kiss at Shenandoah: Newlyweds Share Sweet Moment in Majestic National Park
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A beautiful wedding day image taken at the bride's relative's home in Pok Fu Lam, Hong Kong. The groom serenades the bride with a song on the calm morning of their special day. A heartwarming image captured in a cozy setting.
Serenading Love: A Beautiful Wedding Morning in Pok Fu Lam, Hong Kong
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A bride and groom stand in a mountain setting, their silhouettes blending with a vivid sunset against a smoky sky, creating a unique and unforgettable image of their wedding day at Tom Blake Trailhead in Snowmass, Colorado.
Silhouetted Sunset Love: A Magical Wedding Moment at Tom Blake Trailhead in Snowmass, Colorado
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A tender moment between a bride and her father at Basalt Golf Club, captured as they share a heartfelt gaze before walking down the aisle on her wedding day.
Heartfelt Gaze: Bride and Father Share Tender Moment at Basalt Golf Club Before Aisle Walk
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A fun and festive wedding exit moment captured at Redstone Inn, where the bride and groom sport heart-shaped sunglasses, adding a playful touch to their celebration.
Fun-Filled Wedding Exit at Redstone Inn: Bride and Groom Don Heart-Shaped Sunglasses for Festive Farewell
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A newlywed couple skiing and snowboarding down Aspen Mountain, captured in this winter wedding photo at the picturesque Colorado venue.
Newlyweds Skiing and Snowboarding Down Aspen Mountain: Winter Wedding at Colorado Venue
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A beautiful portrait taken on a wedding day at Pembroke Lodge in London, England. The image features a bride and groom sitting in the back of a vintage car, bathed in soft, romantic light captured by the photographer.
Romantic Bride and Groom in Vintage Car at Pembroke Lodge, London: Wedding Day Glow
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A beautiful moment unfolds as the bride steps out of the car on her wedding day at Pembroke Lodge in London, adding a touch of elegance to the special occasion.
Elegant Bride Stepping Out of Car at Pembroke Lodge: A London Wedding Moment
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