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The following “Speeches” 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 “Speeches” 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 Woodland Weddings, Tring, the groom passionately delivers his speech behind the head table, while the bride beams with a loving smile, captivated by his heartfelt words.
Groom Delivers Passionate Speech as Bride Beams at Woodland Weddings, Tring
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A heartwarming moment captured at the Kohl Mansion in Burlingame, CA as the bride and groom enjoy their wedding reception, joined by the groom's father delivering a heartfelt speech.
Emotional Speech Brings Joy to Newlyweds at Kohl Mansion Wedding Reception
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Friends gave speeches to the bride and groom - a black and white photo taken during the wedding reception on the private estate in Occitanie owned by the bride's parents.
B&W Capture: Intimate Wedding Moments at Bride's Family Estate in Occitanie
Occitanie wedding photographyblack and whiteOccitaniespeechesPrivate Estate
At Finca Machoenia in Urrugne, France, witnesses give speeches as the camera captures a shot from behind, showcasing the faces of numerous guests.
Behind the Scenes: Finca Machoenia Wedding in Urrugne, France
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Bride in Canterbury, England puts hands on head during heartfelt speeches at ceremony. Black and white photo captures timeless and emotional moment perfectly.
Timeless Emotions: A Bride's Reaction in Canterbury, England's Wedding Ceremony
Canterburyhead in handsEmotional momentspeechesblack and whiteCanterbury wedding photographyEngland
Capturing a beautiful moment at the stunning Koh Koon Villa in Koh Samui, Thailand. The bride, groom, and maid of honor share a heartfelt hug during the maid of honor's speech, a cherished memory captured by an award-winning WPJA photographer.
Intimate Embrace at Koh Koon Villa: Memories Shared during Maid of Honor's Speech at Thailand Destination Wedding Captured on Camera
heartfelt hugKoh Samui Wedding PhotographyKoh SamuiThailandKoh Koon Villaspeechesmaid of honor
At the reception held at Domaine du Petit Chambard in France, a heartfelt speech by a close friend left everyone emotionally touched. The bride was lovingly embraced, leaving lasting memories on this special day.
Friend's Speech Brings Heartfelt Emotion to French Wedding Reception at Domaine du Petit Chambard
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At a Blue Hill, Maine wedding, tears escape the bride's eyes as the newlyweds listen to a heartfelt toast. The stunning scenery serves as a dark and rich backdrop for this emotional moment.
Emotional Moment Captured: Newlyweds Moved to Tears at Blue Hill, Maine Wedding
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Beautiful black and white wedding photo taken at Soho House Istanbul, capturing the love from the parents. The bride is seen laughing in the foreground as they toast during speeches outdoors.
Parental Love in Black and White at Soho House Istanbul Wedding Celebration
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Wedding photo from Istanbul, Turkey at Soho House. Bride and groom seated with guests standing behind during speeches, two men holding notes in foreground.
Intimate Istanbul Wedding: Bride and Groom Seated as Guests Stand Behind for Speeches
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Bride at Cowdray Estate in West Sussex, UK, laughing joyfully during heartfelt wedding day speeches, surrounded by family and friends.
The Joyful Heart: A Bride's Laughter at Cowdray Estate
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At the ceremony venue, the bride's sister embraces her after giving a speech, while the groom's brother leaves to prepare for his own speech.
Sisterly Support: A Beautiful Moment at the Wedding Ceremony
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At Cortijo de Vargas in Cabra, Córdoba, Spain, a touching moment is captured as a mother and daughter share a symmetrical display of emotions during speeches
Unstaged Beauty: Symmetrical Emotions Unveiled in Cordoba's Cortijo de Vargas
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A bridesmaid comforts her teary-eyed friend during a heartfelt speech, set against the beautiful backdrop of The Woods at Eisler Farms in Butler, PA
The Woods at Eisler Farms in Butler, PA: A Bridesmaid's Gentle Embrace, A Tearful Friendship
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In this photo taken at Irons Mill Farmstead in New Wilmington, PA, the bride and groom are captured sharing a heartfelt moment during a speech at their wedding
Heartfelt Wedding Speech at Irons Mill Farmstead in New Wilmington, PA
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During speeches at Grafton Inn in Grafton, VT, a couple's reactions are filled with laughter, creating a joyful atmosphere
Laughter Echoes Through Grafton Inn: A Joyful Atmosphere as Couple Reacts to Heartwarming Speeches in Grafton, VT
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In a Parisian garden in Île-de-France, a candid moment unfolds as a young boy inadvertently hits a girl with a stick amidst speeches under the open sky
Unexpected Playfulness: A Serendipitous Encounter in a Parisian Garden
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At Le Grand Echerat, the bride and groom are captivated by heartfelt speeches at the head table, radiating joy and excitement during their reception party
Le Grand Echerat: Radiating Joy and Excitement - The Bride and Groom Devour Heartfelt Speeches at Their Reception Party
bride and groomspeecheshead tableOccitanieLe Grand EcheratOccitanie Documentary Wedding Photography
In this candid moment captured by a wedding photographer in Lyon, Rhône, the bride and groom are moved to tears by their daughter's heartfelt speech, simultaneously wiping away their emotions.
Lyon's Tear-Filled Love: Bride, Groom, and an Emotional Speech
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A child gazes in awe at the bride's mother as she delivers a heartfelt speech at Domaine Kerouzien, Plomelin France, encapsulating a tender moment of familial love
Love Transcends Generations: A Captivating Gaze at a Mother's Wedding Speech in Plomelin, France
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The bride and groom show love and emotion during their outdoor wedding ceremony in Upper Austria, Austria, with live music and heartfelt speeches
Love, Emotion, and Music: A Joyous Outdoor Wedding Ceremony in Upper Austria, Austria
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The bride's parents react with amusement to a cheeky comment made by the groom during his speech at Kilworth House Hotel in Leicestershire
Amusing Groom's Comment Delights Bride's Parents at Kilworth House Hotel
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The bride and groom share a laugh during the bridesmaid's speech at the head table in Bali, Indonesia
Love and Laughter: A Memorable Moment at the Head Table in Bali
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A bride's reaction of joy is captured as she laughs alongside her groom during heartfelt speeches at their wedding reception in Summit County, Colorado.
Bride's Joyful Laughter Steals the Spotlight in Captivating Wedding Reception Documentary in Summit County, Colorado
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At Oaks Farm wedding venue in Croydon, Surrey, England, the newlyweds were elated with joy during the reception speeches
The couple were delighted during the speeches at Oaks Farm, Croydon, Surrey, England
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The couple laughed together during the Best Man's toast at their wedding reception dinner party at District Winery in Washington DC
At District Winery in Washington DC, the couple laughed during the Best Man's toast at their wedding reception
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The groom's touching encouragement of his witnesses to make a speech at his outdoor ceremony at Les tables de Crespin, the reception venue in Tarn, France, was captured beautifully in this wedding photo
At Les tables de Crespin in Tarn, France, an image captures the groom's touching encouragement of his witnesses to make a speech at his outdoor ceremony
Tarn Outdoor CeremonyLes Tables de CrespinNordCrespin Wedding PhotographerTarnspeeches
The couple are surrounded by a sea of family and friends as the sun sets on the distant horizon during speeches at their wedding at Bastide des Hirondelles
As the sun sets on the horizon, the couple is joyfully surrounded by an abundance of family and friends at their wedding celebration
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From the balcony of the Banqueting House in London, the view of the symmetrical architecture and eye-pleasing patterns during the speeches was captivating
At theBanqueting House in London: a view of symmetrical architecture patterns during speeches
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The bride and groom sat together at the full head table inside the reception venue in Geneva, radiating joy and love during the speeches
The bride and groom took their place at the head table during the speeches at the reception
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