The International Wedding Photographer of the Year contest has unveiled the winners of the 2023 edition, and the stunning shots give us a glimpse into the lives the couples are building together.
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The winning photos capture a myriad of emotions, such as love, commitment, joy, reverence, and irreverence, and are judged in various categories such as Epic Location, Solo Portrait, and Break the Rules.
The judges selected the most memorable images from 1,700 submissions. The 2023 winners include a bride and groom rock-climbing, a breathtaking aerial shot, and a moonlit kiss that seems to have stepped out of a true romance movie.
But the grand prize went to Canadian photographer Tara Lilly, who won the title by capturing the exact moment a bird landed right on top of a bride’s head, instantly making her burst into laughter.
“Just as Mitch began his vows, a curious whiskey jack swooped in and landed directly on top of Mikaela‘s head,” Lilly recounted on the contest’s website.
“Mikaela’s shock, surprise and laughter were not enough to dissuade this bird from his perch. ‘I’m Snow White!’, Mikaela laughed.”
Check out the winning shots below. You can find more information on the contest website.
