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This image by Quanchai Ridhiwanna, a wedding photographer serving Thailand, has been chosen as a WPJA Spotlight for its exceptional creativity.

The Wedding Photojournalist Association is delighted to showcase Quanchai Ridhiwanna,, an exceptional Thailand 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.

Vermont, United States

Jacob Hannah

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Photograph 2736651 was awarded to Vermont, United States wedding photographer Jacob Hannah for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present Vermont, United States wedding photographer Jacob Hannah with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Hildene - Manchester, VT.

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 professional wedding photographer.

2024 v03 Photography Competition Judges

Denny Simmons, Justin Merriman, Lisa Krantz, Mary Calvert
London, United Kingdom

Harry Richards

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Photograph 2736597 was awarded to London, United Kingdom wedding photographer Harry Richards for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present London, United Kingdom wedding photographer Harry Richards with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Southwark Register Office, London.

The very top reportage-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 true accomplishment for a pro wedding photographer.

2024 v03 Photography Competition Judges

Denny Simmons, Justin Merriman, Lisa Krantz, Mary Calvert
Ille-et-Vilaine (35) , France

Pauline Pasquette

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Photograph 2735363 was awarded to Ille-et-Vilaine (35) , France wedding photographer Pauline Pasquette for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present Ille-et-Vilaine (35) , France wedding photographer Pauline Pasquette with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Brittany Bridal Preparations.

The very best documentary-style wedding photographers from around the world submit their best 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.

2024 v03 Photography Competition Judges

Denny Simmons, Justin Merriman, Lisa Krantz, Mary Calvert

Trieste wedding photographer Lisa De Domenico Pacor is the recipient of this WPJA Diamond Award for creative wedding engagement photography

We are proud to present Trieste, Italy engagement photographer Lisa De Domenico Pacor 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.

Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany

Miriam Folak

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Nordrhein-Westfalen wedding photographer Miriam Folak is the recipient of this WPJA Diamond Award for creative wedding engagement photography

We are proud to present Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany engagement photographer Miriam Folak 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.

Haute-Garonne (31) , France

Nicolas Issaly

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Wedding photographer Nicolas Issaly of Haute-Garonne (31) , 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 Haute-Garonne (31) , France wedding photographer Nicolas Issaly for outstanding and creative wedding photography at Toulouse Car Ride.

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.

2024 v01 Artistic Guild Judges

Jeanie Adams-Smith, Michael Ainsworth, Peter Power, Susan Walsh
Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany

Matthias Tiemann

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Wedding photographer Matthias Tiemann of Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany was awarded by the Artistic Guild of the WPJA for this creative wedding photograph.

The Artistic Guild of the Wedding Photojournalist Association has awarded Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany wedding photographer Matthias Tiemann for outstanding and creative wedding photography at Germany Ring Handover.

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.

2024 v01 Artistic Guild Judges

Jeanie Adams-Smith, Michael Ainsworth, Peter Power, Susan Walsh
Noord Holland, Netherlands

Bart Rondeel

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Wedding photographer Bart Rondeel of Noord Holland, Netherlands was awarded by the Artistic Guild of the WPJA for this creative wedding photograph.

The Artistic Guild of the Wedding Photojournalist Association has awarded Noord Holland, Netherlands wedding photographer Bart Rondeel for outstanding and creative wedding photography at North Holland Forest.

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.

2024 v01 Artistic Guild Judges

Jeanie Adams-Smith, Michael Ainsworth, Peter Power, Susan Walsh
Noord Holland, Netherlands

Bart Rondeel

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Wedding photographer Bart Rondeel of Noord Holland, Netherlands was awarded by the Artistic Guild of the WPJA for this creative wedding photograph.

The Artistic Guild of the Wedding Photojournalist Association has awarded Noord Holland, Netherlands wedding photographer Bart Rondeel for outstanding and creative wedding photography at Amsterdam Auto Details.

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.

2024 v01 Artistic Guild Judges

Jeanie Adams-Smith, Michael Ainsworth, Peter Power, 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.