Wedding Photos of Wedding venue

The following “Wedding venue” 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 “Wedding venue” 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.

Bride and groom walking through paper garlands after their church wedding ceremony in Halver, Germany

Whimsical Passage: Newlyweds Wandering Paper Garlands in Halver

A traditional turmeric ceremony for the bride takes place in Jaipur, India, with women surrounding her and wiping turmeric paste from her face

Golden Beginnings: The Turmeric Ceremony in Jaipur, India

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In Cappadocia, Turkey, the groom playfully feeds the bride a drink using a syringe-like device. The unique wedding tradition adds fun to the celebration.

Cappadocia Celebration: Playful Syringe Drink Feeding Enlivens Turkish Wedding

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A wedding photographer in Nottingham captures a WPJA awarded image at the Walled Garden. In the photo, a singing waiter leads a joyful dance around the marquee, creating a fun moment for the newlyweds.

Walled Garden Serenade: Nottingham Wedding Photographer's Award-Winning Capture

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Bride and Groom participating in a sack race on the grounds of Whatton House, Leicestershire, UK, surrounded by beautiful, mature trees

Whatton's Whimsical Wedding: Sack Race Amidst Majestic Trees, Leicestershire, UK

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At Criollo Oaxaca City, the groom and a guest celebrate with a dance while holding

Criollo Celebration: A Joyful Dance of Love in Oaxaca City

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A pro documentary wedding photographer captured this WPJA award-winning image during cocktail hour at San Miguel de Allende. The photo shows the bride's family, showcasing the photographer's expertise in capturing candid moments.

San Miguel de Allende Cocktail Hour: Award-Winning WPJA Photo

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At Geneva: Bride and groom make a grand exit surrounded by a cascade of white streamers, as guests cheer on the sunny outdoor lawn

Geneva Wedding: Grand Exit with White Streamers and Cheering Guests

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A professional documentary wedding photographer in the United Kingdom captured this award-winning image of a bride and groom happily enjoying their wedding cake at the Royal Berkshire Hotel.

ROYAL BERKSHIRE WEDDING: HAPPY BRIDE & GROOM EMBRACE CAKE

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In this photo taken at the old vicarage in Dorset, UK, the Groom and Groomsmen enter the bouncy white room, with the groom struggling to keep his balance

Dorset Delight: Groom and Groomsmen navigate boisterous white room.

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The couple exits the church at Lourdes, France, under a shower of confetti from their friends and guests

Lourdes Love: A Joyful Exit Under a Shower of Confetti

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At Lipnik Residence, Ruse, Bulgaria, the bride, groom, and bridal party are seen making their way to the ceremony by walking across a stone stepping path over the water.

Walking on Water: A Bride and Groom's Serene Journey to Forever

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At Hacienda Sitio de Mata in Costa Rica, a touching moment captures the groom's emotions as the bride embraces her mother after walking down the aisle. A heartfelt scene filled with love and family ties.

Costa Rican Wedding Bliss: Embracing Love and Family at Sitio de Mata

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Bride and groom singing together at Bao, Borough Market, London, on their wedding day, belting out the classic hit "White Wedding" by Billy Idol. This image captures their shared passion for music.

Bao's Wedding Serenade: The Shared Melodies of Love and Music

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Bride and Groom happily exit the aisle at Quinta Roma Vista in Atenas, Alajuela, Costa Rica, as their guests cheerfully throws bubbles in celebration of their special day.

Atenas Bliss: A Joyful Exit at Quinta Roma Vista Wedding

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At a reception in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes in the south of France, the bride's slight stumble adds a touch of unexpected charm to her wedding day.

A Touch of Unexpected Charm on Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes Wedding Day

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At Le swing, Mondreville: The best man giving a heartfelt speech at the indoor wedding reception, creating a memorable moment for the newlyweds and guests. A beautiful scene capturing love and celebration.

Le Swing: The Best Man's Heartfelt Speech in Mondreville Wedding

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Awarded by the WPJA, this captivating image by the pro documentary wedding photographer showcases a hilarious wedding moment at the Domaine de l'Orangerie. The bride has a drink spurting out of her mouth while the groom looks on in amusement

Hilarious Wedding Moment: WPJA Accolade for Captivating Image at Domaine de l'Orangerie

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At Marina Village in San Diego, CA, the adorable flower girls twirl in their beautiful dresses, adding a touch of sweetness to this enchanting wedding day photo.

San Diego's Enchanting Flower Girls Twirl at Marina Village Wedding

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The Lodges at Gettysburg sets the scene for a wedding photo where the couple, framed by backlit wine glasses, exude a colorful and vibrant aura.

Romantic Radiance: A Captivating Wedding Portrait in Blue at The Lodges of Gettysburg

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In a joyful Chicago wedding reception, an excited tattooed bride reacts to a heartfelt speech from her maid of honor. This image has been recognized and awarded by the Wedding Photojournalist Association (WPJA).

WPJA Accolade for Emotional Chicago Bride Reacting to Maid of Honor's Speech

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Two flower girls take a refreshing break from the September heatwave at Greenacres Farm in Somerset. This image was awarded by the WPJA, showcasing the photographer's expertise in wedding photography in the area.

September Wedding Heatwave: Flower Girls Find Respite at Greenacres Farm (WPJA Accolade)

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In this award-winning photo taken at Estancia El Cholo in Rosario, Argentina, the bride joyfully throws her bouquet. The photographer is known for their expertise in capturing beautiful moments on a couple's wedding day.

Argentinian Bride Expertly Throws Bouquet in WPJA Accolade-winning Photo

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At Uzbaş Arboretum in Urla, İzmir-Turkey, a black and white portrait captures the bride and groom facing each other before the after party at their wedding venue.

Captivating Contrast: A Timeless Turkish Love Portrait at Uzbaş Arboretum, İzmir

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At La Closeraie wedding venue in Burgundy, the pro documentary photographer captures an award-winning image. With layered reflections and artistic flair, this stunning image showcases their creativity.

Layers of Reception Party Love: Award-Winning Artistry at La Closeraie Wedding Venue in Burgundy

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In Istanbul, at Yanik Mektep, a documentary wedding photographer created this WPJA Honor Award winning photo. The image captures a man walking past tables and stools outside, surrounded by a serene green backdrop.

Vibrance & Movement: Istanbul Wedding Vendor Amidst Tables and Stools in Award-Winning Photo

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This honor award-winning image, captured by a documentary wedding photographer, shows a joyful couple surrounded by friends and family at their wedding venue, Chez les mariés. The picture was taken during an afternoon by the pool.

Chez les Mariés: A Captivating Celebration of Love and Laughter by the Pool

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In a stunning field at Bartholomew Barn, a wedding venue in West Sussex, England, a couple embraces, kissed by the glow of golden sunlight.

Golden Love Kiss: A Radiant Wedding Embrace at Bartholomew Barn in West Sussex, England

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In Atlanta, Georgia, an enchanting scene unfolds as warm chandeliers hang overhead, casting a soft glow on the framed bride and groom in the distance.

ATLANTA WEDDING GLAMOUR: Capturing Timeless Beauty Amidst Twinkling Chandeliers and Awe-Inspiring Romance

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In a stunning portrait at Palacio de los Cordova in Granada, Spain, a couple lovingly embrace one another, their faces locked in a tender gaze. Surrounding them, a foliage-wrapped window with bars adds a touch of intrigue to the scene.

Wedding Venue Chronicles: Mesmerizing Love Portrait at Palacio de los Cordova, Granada Spaín

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