In a constant strive to push myself to improve my photography, I’m always looking out for new sources of inspiration and guidance, especially along the line of a documentary/reportage wedding coverage, which I enjoy the most. In my recent search I came across the Wedding Photojournalist Associatation (WPJA) who “grants membership to the most talented professional wedding photographers in the industry–photographers who focus solely on using their photography skills in documenting weddings.”
After applying to join and then hearing nothing for a while, I simply thought that I didn’t qualify to join this elite group of photographers. That was until I received this e-mail: “Hi Clive, We are happy to inform you that after having reviewed your web site and image portfolio, we agree you meet the WPJA membership requirements! We look forward to having you as a member.”
As you can imagine I’m chuffed, to say the least!! 
Being a member will provide me with the platform to expand my documentary coverage of weddings, which I feel can give a far more accurate, natural and unobtrusive record of a wedding. This will benefit everyone as: The couple will enjoy the day more, rather than being dragged around for a mock fashion photo shoot on their weding day, instead they can spend time with their guests. Also I’ll enjoy the day more as I’m spending my time looking for those timeless, fleeting moments that so often go unnoticed.
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