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

The Wedding Photojournalist Association is delighted to showcase Paolo Blocar,, 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.

Cotes-d'Armor (22) , France

Hong Phuc Bui

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Photograph 2708392 was awarded to Cotes-d'Armor (22) , France wedding photographer Hong Phuc Bui for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present Cotes-d'Armor (22) , France wedding photographer Hong Phuc Bui with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Brest, France.

The very top documentary-style wedding photographers from around the globe submit their top pictures to the Wedding Photojournalist Association’s photography competitions because they appreciate having the opportunity to be recognized 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 competitions is a major accomplishment for a pro wedding photographer.

2023 v05 Photography Competition Judges

Denny Simmons, Mary Calvert, Peter Power, Renée C. Byer
Pennsylvania, United States

Scott Josuweit

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Wedding photographer Scott Josuweit of Pennsylvania, 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 Pennsylvania, United States wedding photographer Scott Josuweit for outstanding and creative wedding photography at Cork Factory Hotel.

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.

2023 v03 Artistic Guild Judges

Jim Gehrz, Mary Calvert, Renée C. Byer, Seth Resnick
Charente-Maritime (17) , France

Jennifer Aurore Lescouet Pot

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Wedding photographer Jennifer Aurore Lescouet Pot of Charente-Maritime (17) , France was awarded by the Artistic Guild of the WPJA for this creative wedding photograph.

The Artistic Guild of the Wedding Photojournalist Association has awarded Charente-Maritime (17) , France wedding photographer Jennifer Aurore Lescouet Pot for outstanding and creative wedding photography at Charente-Maritime Bridal Bouquet.

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.

2023 v03 Artistic Guild Judges

Jim Gehrz, Mary Calvert, Renée C. Byer, Seth Resnick
Herault (34) , France

Julie Verdier

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Wedding photographer Julie Verdier of Herault (34) , France was awarded by the Artistic Guild of the WPJA for this creative wedding photograph.

The Artistic Guild of the Wedding Photojournalist Association has awarded Herault (34) , France wedding photographer Julie Verdier for outstanding and creative wedding photography at Domaine de la Trinité.

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.

2023 v02 Artistic Guild Judges

Bill Frakes, David Stephenson, Lisa Krantz, Susan Walsh
Mayenne (53) , France

Anne Russocki

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Photograph 2691758 was awarded to Mayenne (53) , France wedding photographer Anne Russocki for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present Mayenne (53) , France wedding photographer Anne Russocki with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Grenoble Outdoor Reception.

The very top reportage-style 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.

2023 v02 Photography Competition Judges

Ken Geiger, Michael Ainsworth, Preston Gannaway, Tom Reese

Wedding photographer Luan Nguyen of France was awarded by the Artistic Guild of the WPJA for this creative wedding photograph.

The Artistic Guild of the Wedding Photojournalist Association has awarded France wedding photographer Luan Nguyen for outstanding and creative wedding photography at Manoir de Vacheresses, Centre-Val de Loire.

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.

2023 v01 Artistic Guild Judges

Denny Simmons, Martha Rial, Mary Vignoles, Peter Power

Photograph 2680238 was awarded to France wedding photographer Jerome Villard for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present France wedding photographer Jerome Villard with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Ardeche Bouquet Catch.

The very top reportage-style 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 professional wedding photographer.

2022 v04 Photography Competition Judges

David Stephenson, Dennis Brack, Martha Rial, Mary Vignoles
Herault (34) , France

Johanna Marjoux

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Photograph 2678478 was awarded to Herault (34) , France wedding photographer Johanna Marjoux for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present Herault (34) , France wedding photographer Johanna Marjoux with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Domaine de Fon de Rey.

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 recognized 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

Wedding photographer Andrea Sampoli of Siena, Italy was awarded by the Artistic Guild of the WPJA for this creative wedding photograph.

The Artistic Guild of the Wedding Photojournalist Association has awarded Siena, Italy wedding photographer Andrea Sampoli for outstanding and creative wedding photography at Sansepolcro, Villa Cungi.

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

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.