Wedding Photos of Sitting

The following “Sitting” 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 “Sitting” 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.

In Udine, Italy, a bride sits serenely as her wedding makeup is applied, her calm and anticipation elegantly captured in an image before the joyful festivities begin.

Bride Sits Calmly During Makeup Application Before The Ceremony In Udine, Italy

At Domaine de Lalane in Occitanie, France, the bride sits in the back of a car on her way to church. She thoughtfully inspects her flowers in a tight, intimate shot.

Bride Thoughtfully Inspects Her Bouquet in Intimate Backseat Moment En Route to Church at Domaine de Lalane

closeup sitting journey Domaine de Lalane intimate pre ceremony church

Happy couple laughing together while sitting on a fallen tree in scenic Corsica, France outdoors.

Candid Corsican Couple's Rustic Laughs on a Fallen Tree

sitting in nature mountains fallen tree laughing Corsica Corsica Wedding Portrait

Engagement portrait of a couple sitting in a small garden space, surrounded by plants and a red brick wall in Cleveland, Ohio.

Engagement Portrait in Cleveland's Enclosed Green Space with Red Brick Backdrop

greenery urban plants portrait Engagement Ohio garden

Engagement portrait of a couple drinking champagne and smoking a cigar while sitting in front of a vintage car in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, captured in a black and white shot.

Black and White Engagement Portrait with Champagne and Cigar in Cuyahoga Falls

vintage drink portrait smoke sitting Engagement Cuyahoga Falls

The sitting couple on the dock at the edge of the pond in Autun, with soft backlighting enhancing the intimate scene.

Sitting Couple on Dock, Backlit by Pond's Edge in Autun's Intimate Setting

Gentle pond sitting scene soft backlight peaceful Saone-et-Loire

In Eminönü, Istanbul, Turkey, a couple's engagement photo session captures them relaxing by the water. She sits while he lies with his head on her lap, basking in the sun, in a serene and affectionate scene.

Couple's Engagement Session in Eminönü, Istanbul | Relaxing by the Water as She Sits and He Lies with Head on Her Lap | Basking in Sun in Affectionate Scene

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An engaged couple sits outside Sono 1420 brewery at dusk, with strings of lights illuminating the scene. A red brick wall serves as the backdrop, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere.

Engaged Couple at Sono 1420 Brewery at Dusk | String Lights and Red Brick Wall Create Warm, Inviting Atmosphere

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At Lake Bomoseen Lodge in Bomoseen, VT, a young guest sits on the floor, watching the dancing from the sidelines amid a row of women's legs. The scene captures the child's quiet curiosity within the lively atmosphere.

Quiet Child Watches Dancers From Floor at Lively Lake Bomoseen Wedding in Vermont Lodge Scene

sitting young guest Bomoseen Child's Perspective contrast dancing observation Vermont

At the Versailles Yvelines reception venue, teenagers enjoy a relaxed moment during the cocktail hour. They sit on the steps outside, eating and soaking in the atmosphere of the celebration.

At the Versailles Yvelines reception venue, teenagers enjoy a relaxed moment during the cocktail hour, sitting on the steps outside, eating, and soaking in the celebratory atmosphere.

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In Wengen, Switzerland, a couple sits in a picturesque field, hugging and laughing as the sun sets behind them, casting a warm glow and illuminating the dramatic clouds that enhance the breathtaking landscape.

Sunset Laughter: Engagement Portrait in Wengen, Switzerland with Couple Embracing in a Field Amidst Dramatic Clouds

dramatic clouds mountain region sitting Switzerland hugging Lauterbrunnen Wengen

The bride sits in her home in Agen, receiving assistance with her veil near a window, in a picture that recently received a WPJA Spotlight award.

Veil of Dreams: A Bride's Quiet Preparation in Agen

Agen bride sitting window receiving assistance Agen Quiet Preparation Lot-et-Garonne

The WPJA Spotlight awarded image captures a Lachapelle Bangkok Buddhism ceremony, with a row of monks sitting on the floor while the couple is reflected in a mirror behind them.

Monks and Reflective Couple at Lachapelle Bangkok Buddhism Ceremony in Striking Composition

spiritual couple mirror Bangkok serene monks Buddhism ceremonial scene

Witness the raw passion and connection between this bride and groom in this intimate, artistic wedding portrait captured at the iconic Greystone Inn by a WPJA photographer.

Raw Passion: Intimate Wedding Portrait at Greystone Inn by WPJA Photographer

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A happy couple shares a smile during their pre-wedding photo shoot in the charming old town of Lyon.

Lyon Engagement Pic: Happy couple shares a smile in charming old town

Lyon sitting romance steps prewedding photo shoot Lyon Engaged Couple Photo Charming

An elegant goth bride in a striking black dress and crown sits between two windows on a snowy day in Edmonton, Alberta at her ceremony location.

ELEGANT GOTH BRIDE | Striking Black Dress & Crown at Edmonton Ceremony Location

snowy day elegant unique Edmonton photography crown throne Dramatic

Bath, UK: In a cozy cafe, a couple poses for an engagement portrait. They sit together near a window, looking happy and in love.

Love Brewing in Bath: A Cozy Cafe Engagement Portrait in the Heart of England

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Forlì's Ca Freschi reception venue provides the backdrop for this wedding day. The bride and her grandfather stand side by side, smiling and sharing a secret moment as they pose outdoors among the trees.

Bride and Grandfather Share a Special Moment at Forlì's Ca Freschi Reception Venue

sitting black and white Ca Freschi trees smiling side by side Forlì

As the sun dipped below the horizon, the couple embraced on the wood deck at Nova Lima - Brasil, the man tenderly wrapping his arms around the woman, both sharing warm smiles in anticipation of their upcoming wedding day.

A Nova Lima Love Story - Brazil Engagement Portrait

Nova Lima relaxed portrait sun Brazil sitting Nova Lima Engagement Photography

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 captured at Malibou Lake Lodge in Agoura Hills, CA, as the parents of the bride and groom wipe away tears during the outdoor wedding ceremony.

Parents' Emotional Moment at Malibou Lake Lodge Outdoor Wedding Ceremony

Malibou Lake Lodge groom lodge celebration parents California - Southern chairs

A romantic wedding photo captured at Flag Hill Winery in New Hampshire, showing a couple sitting by an orchard with a campfire burning in the background during the tranquil blue hour after a rainy day.

Romantic Wedding Bliss at Flag Hill Winery: Couple by Orchard with Campfire at Blue Hour

Romantic wedding photo Bliss picturesque embrace Outdoor nature blue hour

Captured in Forsyth Park, Savannah, Georgia, this engagement portrait features a couple sitting side by side on a wooden bench, gazing at the camera.

Romantic Rendezvous: Forsyth Park Portraits of Savannah Sweethearts

side by side park bench Savannah Engagement Photographer Savannah trees Forsyth Park Wooden bench

A romantic scene on the couple's wedding day in Baronesse Tacco, Italy, as the groom sweetly kisses his bride on the neck while they sit on a stone wall overlooking the stunning view.

Groom's Tender Kiss to Bride on Baronesse Tacco Stone Wall, Italy Beauty Below

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At the Baxter Hotel wedding venue, the bride and groom are seated on a couch, displaying affection as she leans against him with her elegant dress spread out on the carpet.

Romantic Moment at Baxter Hotel: Bride and Groom Seated on Couch, Displaying Affection

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In a quiet room at the wedding venue Ristorante Al Botto in Almenno San Bartolomeo, Italy, the bride is pictured alone, sitting on a bed, fastening her shoe.

Bride Prepares in Serenity at Ristorante Al Botto: Almenno San Bartolomeo, Italy

Lombardy bride room quiet beautiful preparation fastening

Newlywed couple sitting under crystal chandeliers at their wedding reception in Gelderland, Netherlands. The bride and groom are enjoying a romantic minute together at the elegant restaurant.

Romantic Newlyweds Under Crystal Chandeliers: Wedding Bliss in Gelderland, Netherlands

restaurant romantic bride celebration Gelderland Reception Photography sitting wedding reception

Bridegroom in Khao Yai National Park, Thailand, preparing for the wedding day with white cheek masks in a white, minimalistic hotel room setting on the bed.

THAI BRIDEGROOM WITH CHEEK MASKS IN MINIMALISTIC HOTEL

MINIMALISTIC HOTEL groom cheek sitting Khao Yai THAI BRIDEGROOM Khao Yai National Park Thailand white

Amusing wedding moment captured at Ristorante Erard in Montecarotto, Marche, Italy: man sitting on grass, surrounded by women, holding his ears while woman blasts a horn at his head.

Man's Horn Headache: Hilarious Wedding Scene at Ristorante Erard, Montecarotto, Italy

wedding moment head sitting surrounded Marche photographer Ristorante Erard wedding man

Lifestyle couple portrait in Estes Park, Co. A newly engaged couple captured beneath towering trees, sharing a tender portrait session in the picturesque mountainous surroundings.

ESTES PARK ENGAGED COUPLE PORTRAIT | Captured beneath towering trees, tender session in picturesque surroundings

Colorado woods CO photographer Estes Park engaged couple portrait Lifestyle couple portrait field Estes Park

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