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Foggia, Italy

Pino Coduti

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This image by Pino Coduti, a wedding photographer serving Foggia, Italy, has been chosen as a WPJA Spotlight for its exceptional creativity.

The Wedding Photojournalist Association is delighted to showcase Pino Coduti,, an exceptional Foggia, Italy 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.

Virginia, United States

Lauren Barkume

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Photograph 2710292 was awarded to Virginia, United States wedding photographer Lauren Barkume for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present Virginia, United States wedding photographer Lauren Barkume with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Random Row Brewing, Charlottesville.

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 awarded 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.

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Photograph 2704683 was awarded to Italy wedding photographer Massimiliano Esposito for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present Italy wedding photographer Massimiliano Esposito with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Basilica Santi Giovanni e Paolo - Rome.

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

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Rhone (69) , France

Mallory Davies

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Photograph 2704013 was awarded to Rhone (69) , France wedding photographer Mallory Davies for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present Rhone (69) , France wedding photographer Mallory Davies with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Domaine du Vivier, Saint-Gervais-sur-Roubion.

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 major accomplishment for a professional wedding photographer.

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Colorado, United States

Justin Edmonds

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Photograph 2700585 was awarded to Colorado, United States wedding photographer Justin Edmonds for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present Colorado, United States wedding photographer Justin Edmonds with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Steamboat Springs Outdoor Ceremony.

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

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Devon, United Kingdom

David Pullum

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Photograph 2688664 was awarded to Devon, United Kingdom wedding photographer David Pullum for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present Devon, United Kingdom wedding photographer David Pullum with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Braxted Park Ceremony.

The very best reportage-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.

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London, United Kingdom

Chaiyasith Junjuerdee

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Wedding photographer Chaiyasith Junjuerdee of London, 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 London, United Kingdom wedding photographer Chaiyasith Junjuerdee for outstanding and creative wedding photography at The Scenery Vintage Farm, Thailand.

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.

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Herault (34) , France

William Lambelet

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Photograph 2688252 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 Kanya Aagaman Ritual in Ahmedabad.

The very best photojournalistic 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 awarded 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 professional wedding photographer.

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Minas Gerais, Brazil

Victor Ataide

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Image 2686495 was recognized with a TLC award and presented to Minas Gerais, Brazil wedding photographer Victor Ataide for capturing a real moment at an actual event and being ranked with the world’s best wedding photographers.

The Wedding Photojournalist Association is happy to present Minas Gerais, Brazil wedding photographer Victor Ataide with a True Love Captured TLC WPJA award for recording a real moment at a marriage event: wedding photojournalism.

The best wedding photographers from around the world send in their favorite ‘emotion’ images to the WPJA’s TLC documentary photography contests for recognition in this highly competitive field. The most notable working photojournalists and newspaper picture editors in the industry (not the wedding industry) review their work and award the top images.

Utrecht, Netherlands

Leonard Walpot

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Photograph 2682834 was awarded to Utrecht, Netherlands wedding photographer Leonard Walpot for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present Utrecht, Netherlands wedding photographer Leonard Walpot with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at Utrecht Aisle Walk.

The very top documentary-style wedding photographers from around the world submit their top images to the Wedding Photojournalist Association’s photography contests 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 contests is a true accomplishment for a pro wedding photographer.

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