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Photograph 2735400 was awarded to France wedding photographer Coralie Garavel for being the best in documentary wedding photography.

The WPJA is pleased to present France wedding photographer Coralie Garavel with an official Master Piece Award as recognition for exceptional wedding photojournalism at L'Orangerie du Moulin Bransles.

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

2024 v03 Photography Competition Judges

Denny Simmons, Justin Merriman, Lisa Krantz, Mary Calvert
Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany

Nadine Lotze

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Wedding photographer Nadine Lotze of Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany was awarded by the Artistic Guild of the WPJA for this creative wedding photograph.

The Artistic Guild of the Wedding Photojournalist Association has awarded Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany wedding photographer Nadine Lotze for outstanding and creative wedding photography at Gut Hahn, Haan, Germany.

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.

2024 v01 Artistic Guild Judges

Jeanie Adams-Smith, Michael Ainsworth, Peter Power, Susan Walsh
Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany

Nadine Lotze

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Wedding photographer Nadine Lotze of Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany was awarded by the Artistic Guild of the WPJA for this creative wedding photograph.

The Artistic Guild of the Wedding Photojournalist Association has awarded Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany wedding photographer Nadine Lotze for outstanding and creative wedding photography at Boulderwelt Dortmund, Germany.

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.

2024 v01 Artistic Guild Judges

Jeanie Adams-Smith, Michael Ainsworth, Peter Power, Susan Walsh
Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany

Nadine Lotze

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Wedding photographer Nadine Lotze of Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany was awarded by the Artistic Guild of the WPJA for this creative wedding photograph.

The Artistic Guild of the Wedding Photojournalist Association has awarded Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany wedding photographer Nadine Lotze for outstanding and creative wedding photography at Boulderwelt Dortmund.

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.

2024 v01 Artistic Guild Judges

Jeanie Adams-Smith, Michael Ainsworth, Peter Power, Susan Walsh
Zuid Holland, Netherlands

Judith Kuivenhoven

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Wedding photographer Judith Kuivenhoven of Zuid Holland, Netherlands was awarded by the Artistic Guild of the WPJA for this creative wedding photograph.

The Artistic Guild of the Wedding Photojournalist Association has awarded Zuid Holland, Netherlands wedding photographer Judith Kuivenhoven for outstanding and creative wedding photography at Huize Druivelaar in Breda,.

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.

2024 v01 Artistic Guild Judges

Jeanie Adams-Smith, Michael Ainsworth, Peter Power, Susan Walsh
Herault (34) , France

William Lambelet

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Photograph 2712558 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 Jaipur Champagne Opening.

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 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.

2023 v06 Photography Competition Judges

David Stephenson, Justin Merriman, Martha Rial, Preston Gannaway
California, United States

Nicky Byrnes

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Photograph 2693908 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 San Francisco City Hall.

The very top photojournalistic wedding photographers from around the globe 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 true accomplishment for a pro wedding photographer.

2023 v02 Photography Competition Judges

Ken Geiger, Michael Ainsworth, Preston Gannaway, Tom Reese

Wedding photographer Federico Pannacci of Siena, 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 Siena, Italy wedding photographer Federico Pannacci for outstanding and creative wedding photography at Fiumara Beach, Grosseto .

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 v03 Artistic Guild Judges

David Stephenson, Denny Simmons, Gary Porter, Lisa Krantz
São Paulo, Brazil

Eric Corbacho

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Wedding photographer Eric Corbacho of São Paulo, Brazil was awarded by the Artistic Guild of the WPJA for this creative wedding photograph.

The Artistic Guild of the Wedding Photojournalist Association has awarded São Paulo, Brazil wedding photographer Eric Corbacho for outstanding and creative wedding photography at Allegro Buffet - São Caetano do Sul .

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 v02 Artistic Guild Judges

Amanda Voisard, David Leeson, Denny Simmons, Mary Vignoles
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 Viareggio.

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

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.