mother of the bride Wedding Photographers

California, United States

Eric Le

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This image by Eric Le, a wedding photographer serving California, United States, has been chosen as a WPJA Spotlight for its exceptional creativity.

The Wedding Photojournalist Association is delighted to showcase Eric Le,, an exceptional California, United States 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.

Var (83) , France

Cynthia Arena

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This image by Cynthia Arena, a wedding photographer serving Var (83) , France, has been chosen as a WPJA Spotlight for its exceptional creativity.

The Wedding Photojournalist Association is delighted to showcase Cynthia Arena,, an exceptional Var (83) , 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.

Photograph 2712251 was awarded to France wedding photographer Luan Nguyen for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present France wedding photographer Luan Nguyen with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Chateau du Smith Haut Lafitte, Martillac, Gironde.

The very top photojournalistic wedding photographers from around the world submit their top photos to the Wedding Photojournalist Association’s photography competitions because they appreciate having the opportunity to be recognized 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.

2023 v06 Photography Competition Judges

Vosges (88) , France

Julien Maria

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Photograph 2673266 was awarded to Vosges (88) , France wedding photographer Julien Maria for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present Vosges (88) , France wedding photographer Julien Maria with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Vosges Mother of Bride.

The very best documentary-style wedding photographers from around the world submit their best 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 v03 Photography Competition Judges

East Riding of Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Patrick Mateer

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Wedding photographer Patrick Mateer of East Riding of Yorkshire, 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 East Riding of Yorkshire, United Kingdom wedding photographer Patrick Mateer for outstanding and creative wedding photography at Thwaite Mills.

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.

2021 v02 Artistic Guild Judges

Arizona, United States

JD Land

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Photograph 2634705 was awarded to Arizona, United States wedding photographer JD Land for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present Arizona, United States wedding photographer JD Land with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Philadelphia.

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 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 professional wedding photographer.

2021 v02 Photography Competition Judges

Georgia, United States

Cindy Brown

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Photograph 2630194 was awarded to Georgia, United States wedding photographer Cindy Brown for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present Georgia, United States wedding photographer Cindy Brown with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Rhodes Hall, Atlanta.

The very top photojournalistic 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 true accomplishment for a professional wedding photographer.

2021 v02 Photography Competition Judges

Hong Kong S.A.R., China

Rico Tsui

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Photograph 2623241 was awarded to Hong Kong S.A.R., China wedding photographer Rico Tsui for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present Hong Kong S.A.R., China wedding photographer Rico Tsui with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at One Thirty-One Hong Kong.

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

2021 v01 Photography Competition Judges

West Midlands, United Kingdom

Emil Boczek

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Photograph 2615667 was awarded to West Midlands, United Kingdom wedding photographer Emil Boczek for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present West Midlands, United Kingdom wedding photographer Emil Boczek with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Church in Croydon, UK.

The very top documentary-style 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 true accomplishment for a professional wedding photographer.

2020 v06 Photography Competition Judges

California, United States

Nicky Byrnes

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Photograph 2610601 was awarded to California, United States wedding photographer Nicky Byrnes for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present California, United States wedding photographer Nicky Byrnes with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Camp McDowell: Jasper, AL.

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

2020 v05 Photography Competition Judges