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Photograph 2679375 was awarded to Jaen, Spain wedding photographer Pedro Volana for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present Jaen, Spain wedding photographer Pedro Volana with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Iglesia de La Merced, Jaén.

The very top documentary-style 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 major accomplishment for a pro wedding photographer.

2022 v04 Photography Competition Judges

David Stephenson, Dennis Brack, Martha Rial, Mary Vignoles
Sichuan, China

Cheng Guo

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Wedding photographer Cheng Guo of Sichuan, China was awarded by the Artistic Guild of the WPJA for this creative wedding photograph.

The Artistic Guild of the Wedding Photojournalist Association has awarded Sichuan, China wedding photographer Cheng Guo for outstanding and creative wedding photography at Chengdu, China.

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 v03 Artistic Guild Judges

David Leeson, Denny Simmons, Lisa Krantz, Susan Walsh
Sichuan, China

Cheng Guo

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Wedding photographer Cheng Guo of Sichuan, China was awarded by the Artistic Guild of the WPJA for this creative wedding photograph.

The Artistic Guild of the Wedding Photojournalist Association has awarded Sichuan, China wedding photographer Cheng Guo for outstanding and creative wedding photography at Sichuan.

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

David Stephenson, Gary Porter, Martha Rial, Peter Power
Ontario, Canada

Cafa Liu

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Wedding photographer Cafa Liu of Ontario, Canada was awarded by the Artistic Guild of the WPJA for this creative wedding photograph.

The Artistic Guild of the Wedding Photojournalist Association has awarded Ontario, Canada wedding photographer Cafa Liu for outstanding and creative wedding photography at York Mills Gallery, Ontario.

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.

2019 v01 Artistic Guild Judges

Amanda Voisard, Gary Porter, Jim Gehrz, Seth Resnick

Wedding photographer David Pommier, was awarded place for photo 2021666 in the category for the WPJA's .

The WPJA contest judges presented David Pommier, 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.

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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    Wedding photographer Dimitri Voronov, was awarded place for photo 1912396 in the category for the WPJA's .

    The WPJA contest judges presented Dimitri Voronov, a Girona, Spain 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.

    2016 Q3 Photography Contest Judges

    David Leeson, Jeanie Adams-Smith, Michael Ainsworth

    Judges

    • A clean image that is all about the emotion. I love his response, very nice. The hands are nice in this photo – his and his mom’s.
    Massa-Carrara, Italy

    Alessandro Colle

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    Wedding photographer Alessandro Colle, was awarded place for photo 1893236 in the category for the WPJA's .

    The WPJA contest judges presented Alessandro Colle, a Massa-Carrara, 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.

    2016 Q3 Photography Contest Judges

    David Leeson, Jeanie Adams-Smith, Michael Ainsworth

    Judges

    • A solid composition and lovely expression (in the reflection) caught by the photographer. It has a quirky feel to it with the woman on the bed, but that adds to the intimacy of the photo. Very nice.
    North Carolina, United States

    Christobal Perez

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    Wedding photographer Christobal Perez, was awarded place for photo 878171 in the category for the WPJA's .

    The WPJA contest judges presented Christobal Perez, a North Carolina, 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.

    2012 Q1 Contest Judges

    Barry Chin, David Leeson, Glen Wexler, Susan Walsh, Torsten Kjellstrand

    Judges

    • Nice eye for capturing a detail that is more than the sum of its parts. Upward camera angle, cropping, and depth of field are all used effectively to make an image that freezes a special memory for a lifetime.
    Bangkok, Thailand

    Nathan Wong

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    Wedding photographer Nathan Wong, was awarded place for photo 1153301 in the category for the WPJA's .

    The WPJA contest judges presented Nathan Wong, a Bangkok, Thailand 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 Q1 Contest Judges

    Chris Curry, Kristen Ashburn, Michael Ainsworth

    Judges

    • Creative solution to the typical boring ring photos. I love the use of the newspaper and date to give a sense of where and when. Shallow depth of field works well here. Nice job!
    Massachusetts, United States

    Kate McElwee

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    Wedding photographer Kate McElwee, was awarded place for photo 1580051 in the category for the WPJA's .

    The WPJA contest judges presented Kate McElwee, a Massachusetts, 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.

    2014 Q4 Photography Contest Judges

    David Leeson, Susan Walsh, Yunghi Kim

    Judges

    • This is a humorous image. I suspect we have all seen speakers who drop their notes one after another after each page has been read. In fact, I’ve seen some who have obviously tied the act to a certain flair and charisma as index cards fly like grass from a lawnmower. But, in this case, it appears the act is mere function to the finish. What a fun and simple moment.

    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.