Wedding Photos of Tight shot

The following “Tight shot” 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 “Tight shot” 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.

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

In Chopwell Woods, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK, this engaged couple is captured in a close-up, showing playful expressions in a beautiful frame.

Engaged Duo Embrace Playfulness Among Chopwell Woods in Portrait Session

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In a romantic engagement portrait taken in Roussillon, France, the couple shares a deep, soulful gaze, capturing the intensity of their connection in a black and white tight shot.

Eternal Love in the Heart of Roussillon

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Couple portrait by a Florianópolis wedding photographer, at Parque Estadual do Rio Vermelho. Creative shot of the pair showing affection face to face, in a tight shot, and intimate.

BOLD LOVE: TIGHT ENGAGEMENT PORTRAIT IN PARQUE ESTADUAL DO RIO VERMELHO BY FLORIANÓPOLIS PHOTOGRAPHER

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Creative portrait of a couple snuggling in a field of flowers by a Reykjavik wedding photographer in Iceland - intimate posing, tight shot.

Love in Bloom: Couple Embrace in Reykjavik Field - Iceland Engagement Portrait

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A fine art portrait of a couple in Historic Old City, PA captured by a Philadelphia wedding photographer, showcasing intimate posing in a tight shot.

Intimate Love: Old City, PA- Philadelphia Photographer's Tight Engagement Portrait

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Portrait of a couple taken by a French wedding photographer in Parc du Château de Vizille, captured in black and white with intimate and artistic posing, focusing on their laughter and emotions in a tight shot.

French Romance: Intimate Black & White Engagement Portrait in Vizille

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In an intimate moment at Schloss Lamberg in Steyr, Upper Austria, the emotional mother warmly congratulates the bride, captured in a tight shot focusing on their upper bodies.

Embracing Love: A Mother's Congratulations at Schloss Lamberg

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A romantic black and white engagement portrait captured at Ravenna Wild Beach in Italy. The photograph showcases a session with a couple cuddling, with a high camera angle and a tight shot of their lips about to touch.

Ravenna Wild Beach: A Romantic Black and White Engagment Portrait

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Lifestyle couple portrait at Bevano River Mouth Sanctuary, Ravenna, Italy. Beautifully highlighted by the photographer, the image captures a sweet candid cuddle in the windy nature sanctuary. It features a tight shot of him hugging her from behind.

Stunning Photo Session: Italian Elegance in Ravenna | Bevano Romance

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Bride flaunts her stylish custom Jordan shoes amidst the backdrop of Sterling Ridge Resort in Vermont, captured by the award-winning artistic wedding day photographer.

Sterling Ridge Resort in Vermont: Artistic Wedding Day Visions Unveiled

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Image captures the arrival of bride and her father at Skipton Church in Skipton, England, as they step out of a car, revealing their shoes on rain-soaked cobblestone.

Elegant Wedding: Radiant Bride and Father Gracefully Step onto Rain-Soaked Cobblestone at Skipton Church

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Award-winning wedding photographer captures the modern and stylish essence of the bride and groom's rings, arranged in a straight line on a clean white background, adorned with a delicate oval of white flowers.

Santa Barbara Dream: Rings Aligned, Floral Halo, Minimalistic and Elegant

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Chicago, Illinois-based wedding photographer captures a stunning and modern image during a bride's preparation at home. The photograph showcases the bride's dress hanging in the background, creating a stylistic composition with dual mirror reflections.

Chicago Bride's Stylistic Dress: Modern Reflections in Dual Mirrors

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Capturing the serene anticipation of the bride, this award-winning detail image by a modern wedding photographer showcases the intricacy of the scene at Bath Registry Office, as she awaits her ceremony on a wooden bench.

Bath Registry Office: Serene Bride Anticipation on Wooden Bench

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Capturing the scene with exquisite detail, the photographer beautifully frames the bride as she applies her vibrant red lipstick, enhancing the stunning red hues of the luxurious British Pullman train.

Luxurious British Pullman Train: Capturing Exquisite Detail of Vibrant Bride

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An award-winning image captured by an artistic wedding photographer on the British Pullman train in England. The bride and groom playfully hide their faces behind folded paper menus or programs at the head table.

Enigmatic Love: Bride and Groom Concealed on British Pullman Train

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In this award-winning image, the bride and groom embrace each other tightly on the renowned British Pullman train, as they embark on a journey to their wedding ceremony in England.

British Elegance: A Tender Journey to Our Forever in England

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At the Canary Shed in Essex, England, an award-winning image captured by an artistic wedding photographer showcases bridesmaids holding flowers that flawlessly complement their individual red and pink outfits.

Blossoming Unity: Bridesmaids' Bouquets Unite in Essex's Canary Shed

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At Tacaro Estate, an artistic wedding photographer captured the intricate scene when the bride gracefully slips into her heels, framed by a collection of vintage typewriters. A stunning black and white image full of elegant details.

Graceful Steps: Vintage Typewriters Frame Bride's Heel Switch at Tacaro Estate

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Capture the essence of a beautiful wedding at Tacaro Estate in Tracys Landing, Maryland - with delicately arranged stationery, rings, and vintage typewriters as the backdrop.

Elegant Extravaganza: Captivating Wedding at Tacaro Estate, Maryland, Embracing Delicate Details and Vintage Charm

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An award-winning image captures the scene at Richmond Hill Hotel, Surrey, England, where a bridesmaid in a green dress lovingly helps the bride put on her shoes, emphasizing the close bond and attention to detail.

Enchanting Union: Bridesmaid's Green Dress Highlights Bond at Richmond Hill

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An artistic wedding photographer captures a unique detail shot as the Hainaut bride carefully hides the wedding rings in her bra behind her dress, adding a touch of intrigue and secrecy to the special day.

Hidden Treasures: An Artistic Capture of Hainaut's Secret Wedding Rings

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An artistic wedding photographer captures a close-up shot at Smallshaw Farm, Sheffield, UK. The image showcases the bride and groom standing close to each other, highlighting their striking and distinct shoe selection.

"Step in Love": A Captivating Wedding Photo at Smallshaw Farm

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An award-winning image captured by a creative wedding photographer showcases the intricate details of wedding rings set against the vibrant backdrop of La ferme du moulin, highlighting the deep, rich hues of the autumnal scene.

Autumn Elegance: Rings Sparkle at La ferme du moulin

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Capturing the bride's anticipation at Millbridge Court in Surrey, this award-winning image showcases the intricate details of an old wedding photo broach adorning her bouquet.

Anticipation at Millbridge Court: A Captivating Wedding Broach Bouquet

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Taken by an artistic wedding photographer at Careys Manor in Hampshire, image displays the stunning gold shoes worn by bridesmaids, alongside the bride. The warm tones and tight composition showcase the intricate details of the dresses and shoes.

Golden elegance: Bridesmaids' gilded shoes shine in Hampshire's Careys Manor

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In the picturesque San Juan National Forest, CO, bride and groom intimately embrace hands amidst the vibrant autumn hues, their love radiating as they embark on their joyous wedding journey.

A Breathtaking Wedding: Embraced Love in San Juan National Forest at the Water

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At Château des Varennes, a skilled wedding photographer captured a close-up shot of the bride and groom's intertwined hands, reminiscent of Michelangelo's iconic painting of God and Man.

Intertwined Eternity: A Renaissance-Inspired Wedding Portrait at Château des Varennes

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In an impressive display of artistry, the talented photographer captured a close-up shot at Thelma Hut in Silverton, CO. The image reveals the bride as she carefully prepares her snowboard boots for her unique backcountry wedding ceremony.

Snowy Vows: A Bride's Artful Preparation at Thelma Hut, CO

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