Wedding Photojournalists Association!

So... I am not sure if any of you blog readers have heard of the WPJA, but it is a tough group to join. Less than 5% of all photographers are part of this elite group of wedding photojournalists. First, you have to apply to be a part of it... and they are pretty tough on the applicants. In fact, they get so many applicants that they don't even tell you if you don't get in (you just have to assume that after 3 weeks if you haven't heard from them). This exclusive group will be featured in PEOPLE magazine (the issue coming out tomorrow) and is running a competition with BRIDES magazine. Here is some things they say to brides and photographers on their site...

"Leading the way in Wedding Photojournalism, WPJA represents the most discriminating talent around the world technically, creatively and visually. Qualified members hold industry-leading standards, skills and business integrity."

"The Wedding Photojournalist Association grants membership to the most talented professional wedding photographers in the industry--photographers who focus solely on using their photography skills in documenting weddings."

"IMPORTANT NOTE: Membership in the WPJA depends entirely on photographers meeting our high standards for inclusion. One CANNOT simply pay his/her way into the WPJA. We emphasize this is NOT another ad-driven wedding web site."

Anyway... all this to say... I GOT IN!!!!! I am officially a member of the WPJA- Wedding Photojournalists Association. I am pumped!