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Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom

Damion Mower

This image by Damion Mower, a wedding photographer serving Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom, has been chosen as a WPJA Spotlight for its exceptional creativity.

The Wedding Photojournalist Association is delighted to showcase Damion Mower,, an exceptional Buckinghamshire, United Kingdom 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 Gabel

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This image by Jonathan Gabel, a wedding photographer serving Moselle (57) , France, has been chosen as a WPJA Spotlight for its exceptional creativity.

The Wedding Photojournalist Association is delighted to showcase Jonathan Gabel,, an exceptional Moselle (57) , 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.

Limerick, Ireland

Jamie Gillies

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Photograph 2688300 was awarded to Limerick, Ireland wedding photographer Jamie Gillies for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present Limerick, Ireland wedding photographer Jamie Gillies with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Rossleague Manor, Galway, Ireland.

The very best documentary-style wedding photographers from around the globe 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 pro wedding photographer.

2023 v01 Photography Competition Judges

Jim Gehrz, Justin Merriman, Mary Calvert, Renée C. Byer

Brabant Wallon, Belgium

Alexis Pauwels

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Photograph 2676958 was awarded to Brabant Wallon, Belgium wedding photographer Alexis Pauwels for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present Brabant Wallon, Belgium wedding photographer Alexis Pauwels with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Wallonie Reception Venue.

The very top photojournalistic 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.

2022 v04 Photography Competition Judges

David Stephenson, Dennis Brack, Martha Rial, Mary Vignoles

West Sussex, United Kingdom

Jenny Rutterford

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Wedding photographer Jenny Rutterford of West Sussex, United Kingdom was awarded by the Artistic Guild of the WPJA for this creative wedding photograph.

The Artistic Guild of the Wedding Photojournalist Association has awarded West Sussex, United Kingdom wedding photographer Jenny Rutterford for outstanding and creative wedding photography at The Grand Hotel, Brighton.

The most artistic and creative wedding photographers around the world enter their images in the AG WPJA photography competitions because they appreciate having the opportunity to have their work recognized by our judges.

2022 v03 Artistic Guild Judges

David Stephenson, Jim Gehrz, Mary Vignoles, Susan Walsh

San Jose, Costa Rica

Mauricio Urena

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Wedding photographer Mauricio Urena of San Jose, Costa Rica was awarded by the Artistic Guild of the WPJA for this creative wedding photograph.

The Artistic Guild of the Wedding Photojournalist Association has awarded San Jose, Costa Rica wedding photographer Mauricio Urena for outstanding and creative wedding photography at Hotel Presidente, San José, Costa Rica.

The most artistic and creative wedding photographers around the world enter their images in the AG WPJA photography competitions because they appreciate having the opportunity to have their work recognized by our judges.

2022 v01 Artistic Guild Judges

David Stephenson, Gary Porter, Mary Calvert, Mary Vignoles

Ohio, United States

Dennis Crider

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Wedding photographer Dennis Crider of Ohio, United States was awarded by the Artistic Guild of the WPJA for this creative wedding photograph.

The Artistic Guild of the Wedding Photojournalist Association has awarded Ohio, United States wedding photographer Dennis Crider for outstanding and creative wedding photography at Hyatt Regency Cleveland.

The most artistic and creative wedding photographers around the world enter their images in the AG WPJA photography competitions because they appreciate having the opportunity to have their work recognized by our judges.

2019 v01 Artistic Guild Judges

Amanda Voisard, Gary Porter, Jim Gehrz, Seth Resnick

United Kingdom

Liam Collard

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Photograph 2446536 was awarded to United Kingdom wedding photographer Liam Collard for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present United Kingdom wedding photographer Liam Collard with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Phuket.

The very top documentary-style wedding photographers from around the world submit their top photos to the Wedding Photojournalist Association’s photography contests because they appreciate having the opportunity to be awarded in this field. Their photos 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 professional wedding photographer.

2019 v02 Photography Competition Judges

Justin Merriman, Martha Rial, Preston Gannaway, Ross Taylor

Dublin, Ireland

Annie Kheffache

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Photograph 2295336 was awarded to Dublin, Ireland wedding photographer Annie Kheffache for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present Dublin, Ireland wedding photographer Annie Kheffache with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Wicklow, Ireland.

The very top reportage-style wedding photographers from around the world submit their top images to the Wedding Photojournalist Association’s photography contests 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 contests is a true accomplishment for a professional wedding photographer.

2018 v14 Photography Competition Judges

Denny Simmons, Jim Gehrz, Mary Calvert, Tom Reese