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Baden-Württemberg, Germany

Andreas Pollok

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Photograph 2640817 was awarded to Baden-Württemberg, Germany wedding photographer Andreas Pollok for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present Baden-Württemberg, Germany wedding photographer Andreas Pollok with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Burg Rheinstein.

The very best photojournalistic wedding photographers from around the globe submit their best 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 true accomplishment for a professional wedding photographer.

2021 v03 Photography Competition Judges

Jim Gehrz, Martha Rial, Michael Ainsworth, Renée C. Byer

Photograph 2615170 was awarded to Italy wedding photographer Paolo Blocar for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present Italy wedding photographer Paolo Blocar with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Pordenone, Italy.

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 true accomplishment for a pro wedding photographer.

2020 v06 Photography Competition Judges

Bill Frakes, David Stephenson, Michael Ainsworth, Peter Power

Wedding photographer Franck Boutonnet 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 Franck Boutonnet for outstanding and creative wedding photography at Bali Ayana Resort.

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.

2018 v04 Artistic Guild - Wedding Day Details Judges

Amanda Voisard, Jeanie Adams-Smith, Peter Power, Susan Walsh
Reggio Calabria, Italy

Danilo Muratore

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Photograph 2389261 was awarded to Reggio Calabria, Italy wedding photographer Danilo Muratore for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present Reggio Calabria, Italy wedding photographer Danilo Muratore with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Palmi - Calabria.

The very top reportage-style wedding photographers from around the globe submit their top photos to the Wedding Photojournalist Association’s photography competitions 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 competitions is a major accomplishment for a professional wedding photographer.

2018 v20 Photography Competition Judges

Denny Simmons, Ken Geiger, Renée C. Byer, Tom Reese
Caserta, Italy

Elia Vaccaro

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Wedding photographer Elia Vaccaro, was awarded place for photo 1644056 in the category for the WPJA's .

The WPJA contest judges presented Elia Vaccaro, a Caserta, Italy wedding photographer, with this Master Piece Award as recognition for top wedding photojournalism in the industry.

The leading documentary wedding photographers in the world enter their best photos to the Wedding Photojournalist Association's photography competitions. They want their wedding reportage photographs to be evaluated and selected by some of the most notable and respected working picture editors and photojournalists in the news industry (these are not wedding photographers or other WPJA members judging their work). Winning these competitions is a true accomplishment for a wedding photographer.

2015 Q2 Photography Contest Judges

David Leeson, Mary Vignoles, Michael Ainsworth

Judges

  • It seems like the bride and groom did not sign-off on this tradition, but had to do it anyway?
Connecticut, United States

Wasin Pummarin

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Wedding photographer Wasin Pummarin, was awarded place for photo 1275131 in the category for the WPJA's .

The WPJA contest judges presented Wasin Pummarin, a Connecticut, United States wedding photographer, with this Master Piece Award as recognition for top wedding photojournalism in the industry.

The leading documentary wedding photographers in the world enter their best photos to the Wedding Photojournalist Association's photography competitions. They want their wedding reportage photographs to be evaluated and selected by some of the most notable and respected working picture editors and photojournalists in the news industry (these are not wedding photographers or other WPJA members judging their work). Winning these competitions is a true accomplishment for a wedding photographer.

2013 Q4 Contest Judges

David Leeson, Jeanie Adams-Smith, Preston Gannaway

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    Wedding photographer Oleg Rostovtsev, was awarded place for photo 1574516 in the category for the WPJA's .

    The WPJA contest judges presented Oleg Rostovtsev, a Germany wedding photographer, with this Master Piece Award as recognition for top wedding photojournalism in the industry.

    The leading documentary wedding photographers in the world enter their best photos to the Wedding Photojournalist Association's photography competitions. They want their wedding reportage photographs to be evaluated and selected by some of the most notable and respected working picture editors and photojournalists in the news industry (these are not wedding photographers or other WPJA members judging their work). Winning these competitions is a true accomplishment for a wedding photographer.

    2014 Q4 Photography Contest Judges

    David Leeson, Susan Walsh, Yunghi Kim

    Judges

    • Great moment of the release of the dove, the body language of bride and groom's hands, and expressions. Great expressions of the crowd around them.
    Texas, United States

    Mark Sobhani

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    Wedding photographer Mark Sobhani, was awarded place for photo 655206 in the category for the WPJA's .

    The WPJA contest judges presented Mark Sobhani, a Texas, United States wedding photographer, with this Master Piece Award as recognition for top wedding photojournalism in the industry.

    The leading documentary wedding photographers in the world enter their best photos to the Wedding Photojournalist Association's photography competitions. They want their wedding reportage photographs to be evaluated and selected by some of the most notable and respected working picture editors and photojournalists in the news industry (these are not wedding photographers or other WPJA members judging their work). Winning these competitions is a true accomplishment for a wedding photographer.

    2011 Q2 Contest Judges

    Amanda Voisard, Mark Edelson, Martha Rial, Michael Ainsworth, Tom Reese

    Photographer's Comment

    I'm a big believer in creating your own luck. Sometimes it comes from having a certain skill set or insight, and sometimes luck comes to those who take chances. When I found out the bride and groom would be releasing doves at their wedding, I made a point of finding the dove handler beforehand and asking a few questions. He let me know what the doves' tendencies were and what I might expect from the dove release. With a second shooter covering the 'standard' shot, I took a chance by moving in with a wide-angle lens, high and a little to the side, anticipating the dove would turn towards the sunlight upon its exit.

    Judges

    • Beautiful. No guarantees that the photo would work when it happened, but it must have been meant to be. ,

    Wedding photographer Matt Guegan, was awarded place for photo 1291186 in the category for the WPJA's .

    The WPJA contest judges presented Matt Guegan, a France wedding photographer, with this Master Piece Award as recognition for top wedding photojournalism in the industry.

    The leading documentary wedding photographers in the world enter their best photos to the Wedding Photojournalist Association's photography competitions. They want their wedding reportage photographs to be evaluated and selected by some of the most notable and respected working picture editors and photojournalists in the news industry (these are not wedding photographers or other WPJA members judging their work). Winning these competitions is a true accomplishment for a wedding photographer.

    2013 Q4 Contest Judges

    David Leeson, Jeanie Adams-Smith, Preston Gannaway

    Judges

    • This image kept rising in the ranks as I narrowed down the field. It has a great mood, created from the photographer's good use of color balance and lighting. It was also just a fun moment captured.

    Wedding photographer Riccardo Bestetti, was awarded place for photo 1227306 in the category for the WPJA's .

    The WPJA contest judges presented Riccardo Bestetti, a Lecco, Italy wedding photographer, with this Master Piece Award as recognition for top wedding photojournalism in the industry.

    The leading documentary wedding photographers in the world enter their best photos to the Wedding Photojournalist Association's photography competitions. They want their wedding reportage photographs to be evaluated and selected by some of the most notable and respected working picture editors and photojournalists in the news industry (these are not wedding photographers or other WPJA members judging their work). Winning these competitions is a true accomplishment for a wedding photographer.

    2013 Q3 Contest Judges

    Dennis Brack, Jeanie Adams-Smith, Lisa Krantz, Yonathan Weitzman

    Judges

      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.