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The following “Whimsy” 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 “Whimsy” 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 point hotelup in Istanbul, a playful upside down moment unfolds for the hoisted groom, adding a unique touch of whimsy and fun to the celebration.
Whimsical Fun Ensues As The Groom Is Hoisted Upside Down At Point Hotelup, Istanbul, Sparking Laughter All Around.
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At Land van Es in Strijen, Netherlands, one curious young guest decides to explore the surroundings rather than sit through the ceremony, providing a touch of whimsy to the occasion.
Curious Young Guest Explores Surroundings Rather Than Sit Through Ceremony At Land Van Es In Strijen, Netherlands
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In Valencia, wedding rings are uniquely displayed in a turtle tank, creating a whimsical and memorable detail.
Wedding Rings Spotlighted in Turtle Tank, Valencia Celebration
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In Balat, Istanbul, Türkiye, a couple enjoys a pre-wedding photo session under vibrant colorful umbrellas, adding whimsy and charm to the historic city's backdrop.
Pre-Wedding Portrait Under Colorful Umbrellas in Balat's Historic Charm, Istanbul, Türkiye
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At the 1824 House in Waitsfield, VT, a bridesmaid prepares the bride and groom's cat for the ceremony. The low camera angle on the grass captures this unique moment, adding a touch of whimsy to the wedding preparations.
Bridesmaid Prepares Bride and Groom's Cat for Ceremony at 1824 House in Whimsical Wedding Scene
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View a playful twist on traditional wedding wear as a woman's dress and a man's tie, crafted from the same material, add a touch of whimsy to this Parisian reception venue shot.
Matching Dress and Tie at Parisian Reception Venue
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Vintage details in this captivating WPJA-captured shot from a unique Steampunk wedding in Colli del Tronto. A close-up of light bulbs adds a touch of whimsy.
Light Bulbs & Makeup Details at Colli del Tronto Wedding
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At I Due Roccoli in Iseo, a black-and-white detail shot reveals one of the bride's feet peeking out from beneath her wedding dress. The image captures a delicate and intimate scene, adding a touch of whimsy to her elegant attire.
Bride's Foot, Dress Detail Adds Whimsy to Iseo Wedding
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A wedding day portrait taken in the streets of Almería, Spain. The low angle, with the groom holding onto the bride's arm and a balloon lifting her off the ground, evokes a sense of whimsy and love.
ALMERÍA, SPAIN | Whimsical BW Wedding Portrait Captured on the Streets
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Two guests waddle their way into a beautiful wedding ceremony at the scenic Fort Saint André. Two elegant ducks add a touch of whimsy and charm to the already fun day.
Quirky Ducks Add Charm to Romantic Fort Saint André Wedding Ceremony
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A romantic black and white portrait of a couple on their wedding day at Hospital de Santiago in Úbeda, Jaén, Spain. The historic building provides a beautiful backdrop as the couple shares a joyful embrace, with a smoke grenade adding a touch of whimsy.
Joyful Embrace: Romantic Wedding Portrait at Hospital de Santiago, Úbeda, Jaén, Spain
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