30 Emotional Wedding Moments Captured By The Winners Of The FdB Awards

The FdB Awards are a major moment for wedding photographers, and this round brings together some of the most emotional images from around the world. Every three months, an international panel picks standout wedding photos that capture joy, surprise, and all the little moments in between.

FdB stands for Fotografos de Boda, which means wedding photographers in Spanish, and the awards have built a reputation for spotlighting memorable wedding photography. This latest selection includes everything from tender portraits to playful scenes, with judges choosing images that show just how varied a wedding day can be.

From mountaintops to underwater shots, these winning photos cover a lot of ground. Scroll down and see why these moments stand out.

1. Portrait Like A Painting by Elena Galan

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2. Very Elegant Wedding Guest by Andreu Doz

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3. Family Wedding Moment by Denise Motz

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4. Photo by Gustavo Pinela

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5. Kids Having Fun At The Wedding. Photo By Eduardo Banga

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6. By Oroiz Garate

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7. Brilliant Long Exposure Wedding Photo By Focus Estudio

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Martino Buzzi is the director of FdB, and he explained a little about why the group was started.

"My name is Martino Buzzi, an Italian photographer living in Spain," he said. "I am the director of FdB, a group that was created to give more value to photographers and help them improve their skills."

"We organize an annual meeting where speakers share their experiences. We also organize photo exhibitions where wedding images are considered real art pieces."

8. By Ismael Peña

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9. The Groom Will Remember This Moment... Pic By Monica Del Agua

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10. Lovely And Sweet Wedding Moment By David Copado

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11. Unusual Perspective On Love By Gaetano Pipitone

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12. By Ismael Sanchez

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13. Sweet And Yellow Couple Portrait By Edward Hollander

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14. By Fraco

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So, why did Martino decide to start a competition? "Wedding photos are a true expression of real people's lives," he said.

"This kind of photography is the only one that captures real moments of the most important day of a couple's life. It is the most valuable kind of photography since it helps people remember happy moments."

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15. Elegance And Color In This Click By Tn Fotografia

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16. Superman Is Invited To The Wedding! Pic By Davi D Del Loro

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17. By Fran Ortiz

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18. By Noelia Ferrera

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19. By Jose Ignacio Ruiz

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"Submissions are gathered from the photographers who are part of the association," Martino said. "Being part of FdB is easy; you just have to prove you are a wedding photographer with enough experience."

Martino says the FdB awards have become very popular among wedding photographers. "We receive around 2,000 images every round of the awards," he said.

20. By Jiri Horak

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21. Sweet Family Wedding Moment By Tn Fotografia

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22. By Katrin Küllenberg

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What makes wedding photos so important? "Wedding photos are so important because they tell the story of our family," Martino said.

"Surely you have seen some images of your uncle or aunt that were wedding photos. Telling the story of your family helps to maintain a connection with your roots."

23. Artistic Portrait Of A Bride And Groom By Marc Prades

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24. By Fraco

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25. This Is A Funny Wedding Picture By Roberto Abril

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Martino spoke about what makes a great wedding photographer. "Good wedding photography is made up of good light, great composition, and a decisive moment," he said.

"We value artistic photos, but overall emotion is the most important ingredient. Personally, I love when a photographer can tell a story from a different point of view, making it original.

Patience is key. "A good wedding photographer must be patient and wait for the right moment to shoot," Martino said.

"It is essential to understand the bride and groom's emotions. Of course, they need good technical skills to capture the photo as quickly as possible since good moments usually pass very fast."

26. By Jose Ignacio Ruiz

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27. Flying Couple By Wellington Fugisse (Brasil)

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Martino shared some tips for anyone wanting to be a wedding photographer. "To someone who wants to be a wedding photographer, I would say: Practice a lot and bring your camera with you wherever you go," he said.

"Try doing some street photography; start practicing with kids while they move around. Also, you can practice fashion photography since the bride with her dress will love this kind of mood... never give up!"

28. By Alberto Ramirez

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29. Artistic Bride And Groom Portrait By Leonel Longa

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30. Groom Is Getting Well Shaved In This Click By Eduardo Blanco

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Martino hopes that the FdB Awards will inspire and motivate more people to get involved in the art of wedding photography. "I truly hope wedding photography receives more consideration among the general public," he said.

He also hopes that it will educate people on the importance of hiring a good quality photographer for their wedding. "I see so many people who want to hire the cheaper photographer, and they regret this decision."

We think Martino is doing a great job achieving these goals so far. With such incredible and moving images, what special memories these lucky couples will have to cherish forever!

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