The Artistic Wedding Photojournalism Contests are provided with the hope of establishing a bridge between the worlds of photo manipulation and wedding photojournalism. Details of the next photo contest run by the Artistic Guild of the WPJA are provided on this page.
CONTEST DETAILS
First Quarter 2010 Contest
Contest Opens: Saturday, February 20th, 2010
Contest Deadline: Friday, April 30th, 2010
CONTEST CATEGORIES
GETTING READY
Entries which spontaneously capture the prepping, grooming, arranging, outfitting, and anticipation before the ceremony.
CEREMONY
Images that capture guests and participants throughout pre-ceremony, vow-exchange, and receiving line activity.
RECEPTION
Photographs that document festivities from the cocktail hour through the last dance and departure.
CREATIVE PORTRAIT
Images that employ a fresh and artistic approach to portraiture in capturing the bride, groom, bridal party, family, friends, children and/or any other posed wedding party member. Candid moments are not eligible for this category.
NOTE: Though this category may resemble traditional portraiture for some, the key here is to be creative with your subjects.
CONTEST JUDGES
Contest judges are yet to be announced.
CONTEST RULES
Contest rules can be viewed by members in their log in.