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Santa Fe, Argentina

Pablo Banterla

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This image by Pablo Banterla, a wedding photographer serving Santa Fe, Argentina, has been chosen as a WPJA Spotlight for its exceptional creativity.

The Wedding Photojournalist Association is delighted to showcase Pablo Banterla,, an exceptional Santa Fe, Argentina 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.

California, United States

Steve Kpa

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Wedding photographer Steve Kpa of California, United States was awarded by the Artistic Guild of the WPJA for this creative wedding photograph.

The Artistic Guild of the Wedding Photojournalist Association has awarded California, United States wedding photographer Steve Kpa for outstanding and creative wedding photography at The Mountain Terrace, Woodside, CA.

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.

2023 v04 Artistic Guild Judges

Denny Simmons, Jeanie Adams-Smith, Lisa Krantz, Tom Reese

Wedding photographer Jinqi Tan of 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 China wedding photographer Jinqi Tan for outstanding and creative wedding photography at Guangdong.

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 v04 Artistic Guild Judges

David Leeson, Martha Rial, Michael Ainsworth, Mary Vignoles

Photograph 2371436 was awarded to France wedding photographer Julien Roman for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present France wedding photographer Julien Roman with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Paris .

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

2018 v19 Photography Competition Judges

David Stephenson, Gary Porter, Preston Gannaway, Will Yurman
Herault (34) , France

William Lambelet

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Photograph 2367386 was awarded to Herault (34) , France wedding photographer William Lambelet for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present Herault (34) , France wedding photographer William Lambelet with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Lyon, France.

The very top reportage-style 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.

2018 v19 Photography Competition Judges

David Stephenson, Gary Porter, Preston Gannaway, Will Yurman
South Carolina, United States

Ben Chrisman

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Wedding photographer Ben Chrisman, was awarded place for photo 1549461 in the category for the WPJA's .

The WPJA contest judges presented Ben Chrisman, a South 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.

2014 Q4 Photography Contest Judges

David Leeson, Susan Walsh, Yunghi Kim

Judges

  • There is great light on the bottle which really makes those drops sparkle. The narrow depth of field can really highlight and focus our attention on the subject. The guys are sharp enough so that we know what is going on, but that crisp narrow focus really drawn you in.

Wedding photographer Franck Boutonnet, was awarded place for photo 970736 in the category for the WPJA's .

The WPJA contest judges presented Franck Boutonnet, 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.

2012 Q3 Contest Judges

Chris Curry, David Leeson, Jeanie Adams-Smith, John Kaplan

Judges

    Wedding photographer Lyndsay Undseth, was awarded place for photo 1202596 in the category for the WPJA's .

    The WPJA contest judges presented Lyndsay Undseth, a 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 Q2 Contest Judges

    Bill Frakes, David Stephenson, Gary Porter, Jeanie Adams-Smith

    Judges

    • The expression of the boy catches the coming of age moment of being permitted a glass of champagne, or maybe just sparkling cider..

    Wedding photographer Yi Xiang, was awarded place for photo 1597571 in the category for the WPJA's .

    The WPJA contest judges presented Yi Xiang, a Taiwan 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 Q1 Photography Contest Judges

    Chris Curry, David Leeson, John Kaplan

    Judges

    • Wonderfully lit. A great case for black and white.
    New York, United States

    Emin Kuliyev

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    Wedding photographer Emin Kuliyev, was awarded place for photo 900961 in the category for the WPJA's .

    The WPJA contest judges presented Emin Kuliyev, a New York, 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 Q2 Contest Judges

    Ann Johansson, David H. Wells, David Leeson, Jeanie Adams-Smith

    Judges

    • Nice moment with the appropriate high shutter speed to stop the moment. I do wonder about having less depth of field so the background is less in focus and less liklely to pull my attention from the couple (good) to the background building (bad.)

    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.