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Norfolk, United Kingdom

Nikkala Faye Ades

This image by Nikkala Faye Ades, a wedding photographer serving Norfolk, United Kingdom, has been chosen as a WPJA Spotlight for its exceptional creativity.

The Wedding Photojournalist Association is delighted to showcase Nikkala Faye Ades,, an exceptional Norfolk, 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.

Ruse, Bulgaria

Detelina Krasteva

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Photograph 2704337 was awarded to Ruse, Bulgaria wedding photographer Detelina Krasteva for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present Ruse, Bulgaria wedding photographer Detelina Krasteva with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Seven Generations Winery Hotel & SPA, Ruse, Bulgaria.

The very top photojournalistic wedding photographers from around the world submit their top pictures to the Wedding Photojournalist Association’s photography competitions 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 competitions is a major accomplishment for a pro wedding photographer.

2023 v04 Photography Competition Judges

Jeanie Adams-Smith, Justin Merriman, Martha Rial, William Snyder

Dublin, Ireland

Annie Kheffache

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Photograph 2681712 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 The K Club, Ireland.

The very best reportage-style 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 major accomplishment for a professional wedding photographer.

2022 v04 Photography Competition Judges

David Stephenson, Dennis Brack, Martha Rial, Mary Vignoles

East Riding of Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Hollie Mateer

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Photograph 2673608 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 Inn On The Lake, England.

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.

2022 v03 Photography Competition Judges

Denny Simmons, Gary Porter, Ken Geiger, Preston Gannaway

La Spezia, Italy

Matteo Originale

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Wedding photographer Matteo Originale of La Spezia, 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 La Spezia, Italy wedding photographer Matteo Originale for outstanding and creative wedding photography at Siena.

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.

2020 v01 Artistic Guild Judges

Jim Gehrz, Lisa Krantz, Seth Resnick, Jen Tse

California, United States

Kristina Cazares Neri

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Wedding photographer Kristina Cazares Neri, was awarded place for photo 2059856 in the category for the WPJA's .

The WPJA contest judges presented Kristina Cazares Neri, a California, 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.

2017 Tri2 Photography Competition Judges

Bill Frakes, Carol Guzy, David Stephenson, Denny Simmons, Jake May, Jeanie Adams-Smith, Martha Rial, Michael Ainsworth, Renée C. Byer, Yonathan Weitzman

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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.