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This image by Lisa De Domenico Pacor, a wedding photographer serving Trieste, Italy, has been chosen as a WPJA Spotlight for its exceptional creativity.

The Wedding Photojournalist Association is delighted to showcase Lisa De Domenico Pacor,, an exceptional Trieste, Italy wedding photographer. This captivating image has earned a prestigious WPJA Spotlight Feature, highlighting remarkable talent and artistic approach. Join us in celebrating the unparalleled creativity and excellence exhibited by a WPJA member.

This image by Federico Fasano, a wedding photographer serving Italy, has been chosen as a WPJA Spotlight for its exceptional creativity.

The Wedding Photojournalist Association is delighted to showcase Federico Fasano,, an exceptional Italy wedding photographer. This captivating image has earned a prestigious WPJA Spotlight Feature, highlighting remarkable talent and artistic approach. Join us in celebrating the unparalleled creativity and excellence exhibited by a WPJA member.

Moselle (57) , France

Jonathan Fortuna

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Photograph 2735130 was awarded to Moselle (57) , France wedding photographer Jonathan Fortuna for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present Moselle (57) , France wedding photographer Jonathan Fortuna with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Metz Auto Travel.

The very top photojournalistic wedding photographers from around the world submit their top pictures to the Wedding Photojournalist Association’s photography contests because they appreciate having the opportunity to be awarded in this field. Their pictures are scrutinized by some of the most notable and respected working photojournalists and picture editors in the news industry (not the wedding industry). Winning in these contests is a major accomplishment for a pro wedding photographer.

2024 v03 Photography Competition Judges

Denny Simmons, Justin Merriman, Lisa Krantz, Mary Calvert
Loire (42) , France

Tommy Loska

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This image by Tommy Loska, a wedding photographer serving Loire (42) , France, has been chosen as a WPJA Spotlight for its exceptional creativity.

The Wedding Photojournalist Association is delighted to showcase Tommy Loska,, an exceptional Loire (42) , France wedding photographer. This captivating image has earned a prestigious WPJA Spotlight Feature, highlighting remarkable talent and artistic approach. Join us in celebrating the unparalleled creativity and excellence exhibited by a WPJA member.

This image by Damien Lorek, a wedding photographer serving France, has been chosen as a WPJA Spotlight for its exceptional creativity.

The Wedding Photojournalist Association is delighted to showcase Damien Lorek,, an exceptional France wedding photographer. This captivating image has earned a prestigious WPJA Spotlight Feature, highlighting remarkable talent and artistic approach. Join us in celebrating the unparalleled creativity and excellence exhibited by a WPJA member.

This image by Seven Tao, a wedding photographer serving China, has been chosen as a WPJA Spotlight for its exceptional creativity.

The Wedding Photojournalist Association is delighted to showcase Seven Tao,, an exceptional China wedding photographer. This captivating image has earned a prestigious WPJA Spotlight Feature, highlighting remarkable talent and artistic approach. Join us in celebrating the unparalleled creativity and excellence exhibited by a WPJA member.

East Riding of Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Hollie Mateer

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Photograph 2730101 was awarded to East Riding of Yorkshire, United Kingdom wedding photographer Hollie Mateer for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present East Riding of Yorkshire, United Kingdom wedding photographer Hollie Mateer with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Durham Couple Kiss.

The very top reportage-style wedding photographers from around the world submit their top images to the Wedding Photojournalist Association’s photography competitions because they appreciate having the opportunity to be awarded in this field. Their images are scrutinized by some of the most notable and respected working photojournalists and picture editors in the news industry (not the wedding industry). Winning in these competitions is a true accomplishment for a pro wedding photographer.

2024 v02 Photography Competition Judges

Gary Porter, Kathleen Flynn, Martha Rial, Renée C. Byer
Isere(38) , France

Elodie Micciche

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Isere(38) wedding photographer Elodie Micciche is the recipient of this WPJA Diamond Award for creative wedding engagement photography

We are proud to present Isere(38) , France engagement photographer Elodie Micciche with this WPJA Diamond Award for creating a praise-worthy artistic engagement portrait that ranks among the best. This top industry award helps make the case that wedding photojournalists take the most creative engagement photographs of all. Member clients use these pre-wedding portraits for gifts, Save the Date cards, wedding websites, newspaper announcements and for display at the wedding reception.

Montana, United States

Charles Moll

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Photograph 2711284 was awarded to Montana, United States wedding photographer Charles Moll for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present Montana, United States wedding photographer Charles Moll with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Bozeman Auto Exit.

The very best documentary-style wedding photographers from around the world submit their best images to the Wedding Photojournalist Association’s photography competitions because they appreciate having the opportunity to be awarded in this field. Their images are scrutinized by some of the most notable and respected working photojournalists and picture editors in the news industry (not the wedding industry). Winning in these competitions is a true accomplishment for a professional wedding photographer.

2023 v06 Photography Competition Judges

David Stephenson, Justin Merriman, Martha Rial, Preston Gannaway
Vienne (86) , France

Corentin Azamoun

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Photograph 2698607 was awarded to Vienne (86) , France wedding photographer Corentin Azamoun for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present Vienne (86) , France wedding photographer Corentin Azamoun with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Église Notre-Dame de Châteauroux.

The very top documentary-style wedding photographers from around the globe submit their top pictures to the Wedding Photojournalist Association’s photography contests because they appreciate having the opportunity to be awarded in this field. Their pictures are scrutinized by some of the most notable and respected working photojournalists and picture editors in the news industry (not the wedding industry). Winning in these contests is a major accomplishment for a pro wedding photographer.

2023 v03 Photography Competition Judges

Bill Frakes, David Stephenson, Gary Porter, Kathleen Flynn

WPJA contest judges have been recognized by their industry peers, winning top awards as staff picture editors, staff photojournalists, and newsroom mentors while working for these and other leading publications and journalism organizations.