Judges

Jana Pollet, Jana Pollet, Bruges, Belgium

Hi! I'm Jana, an enthusiastic, committed, and genuine photographer based in Bruges in Belgium.

I've been shooting weddings since 2017, and I've learned a lot about what makes them unique

 

 

Mario Marinoni, Mario Marinoni, Bari, Italy

Mario Marinoni is an award-winning wedding photographer based in Puglia, Italy, internationally recognized for his emotional and authentic storytelling style.

Combining fine art and reportage, he captures love stories with sensitivity, discretion, and a deep artistic vision.

Each of his images seeks truth and poetry — turning real moments into timeless memories.

Over the years, Mario has been honored by organizations such as ISPWP, Fearless Photographers, and Masters of Italian Wedding Photography, standing out for his ability to transform emotions into evocative visual narratives.

As a judge, he brings an empathetic eye and a deep respect for every artistic perspective, always driven by his passion for genuine storytelling.

Niklesh Malkani, Say Cheeze Photography, Mumbai, India

Niklesh Malkani's,  flexible shooting style, look and approach when shooting weddings is what makes him and his team unique. 'Say Cheeze Photography ' , his company was started 27 years back in 1998.The studio specializes in weddings, babies, maternity and families and corporate films and profile pictures. Niklesh opened the studio with two goals in mind: To create artistic portraits of people, and to give his clients a unique experience that will be remembered and cherished for generations.Portraits of the bride and groom are approached with a modern and editorial style while the ceremony and reception have a more photo-journalistic approach. They know how to create compelling images that evoke the emotion and meaning that already exists.His soft-spoken nature allows people to open their homes and families to him so he can get the kinds of up close and personal images he strives for. He pays close attention to color, form and light, which complement the expressiveness of his subjects. This is his signature style, which is consistent throughout his work.

Yamil Calderon Tellitud, Yamil Memory Artist, Mexico City, Mexico

Mind, heart, focus. As a graduate in psychology it is easy for me to click with people, communicate with them and pay more attention to their emotions to capture them with the camera. I visualize each wedding as the last one I will be able to cover, so I can give my best.

I have had the opportunity to cover weddings and sessions in Peru, Paris, Venice, Toronto, different parts of the United States and around Mexico, my country of origin.