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Eamonn McColgan’s photograph taken at Barnesmore Gap was the highest-scoring entry in the wedding category at the 2026 Professional Photographers Association of Northern Ireland (PPANI) Awards
An Inishowen-born photographer has been named Northern Ireland Wedding Photographer of the Year at the 2026 Professional Photographers Association of Northern Ireland (PPANI) Awards.
Eamonn McColgan, originally from Muff and now based in Carrickfergus, received the top honour after his work achieved the highest scoring image across all wedding categories, standing out among more than 600 entries.
The awards were judged by a panel of highly trained, competition judges from outside Northern Ireland, ensuring a high standard of impartiality and excellence.
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Eamonn McColgan and his wife Colleen with the awards he won at the Professional Photographers Association of Northern Ireland (PPANI) Awards
In addition to the overall title, Eamonn also enjoyed further success on the night, receiving Reportage Wedding Photographer of the Year, second runner up for Creative Wedding Photographer of the Year, second runner up for Bride/Groom Alone Portrait, and Finalist for Wedding Album of the Year.
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Speaking after the awards, Eamonn said the achievement was something he would only ever have dreamed of when starting out.
“Growing up in Donegal, photography was something I was always drawn to, but I never imagined I’d one day be recognised like this. To win Wedding Photographer of the Year, and to have the highest scoring image across all wedding categories, is incredibly special.”
Eamonn is known for his natural, storytelling approach to wedding photography, capturing real, unscripted moments while also creating distinctive, creative images for couples.
Now based in Carrickfergus, he works with couples across Northern Ireland, Donegal and further afield.
“I’m very grateful to all the couples who trust me to capture their day. Every wedding is unique, and it’s a privilege to be part of it.”
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