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Bali Wedding Photographers

Our Bali photographers also provide documentary-style coverage in: Denpasar, Mangupura, Bangli, Singaraja, Gianyar, Negara, Amlapura, Semarapura, Tabanan

Bali Wedding Photography, Engagement Photo Sessions + Elopements

Intimate Wedding Photography in Bali - Capturing the Joy of Small Celebrations - Discover the best Bali photographers specializing in intimate marriages. Couples are embracing the trend of smaller, more meaningful celebrations. Let our talented photographers capture the joy and intimacy of your wedding day.

By planning a simple Bali elopement, couples are able to stay present in the moment and fully absorb the impact of their wedding day. Given the fact that many couples feel more natural and at ease in intimate settings, it's no surprise that some of the most breathtaking wedding images come from elopements.

The WPJA has an abundance of top-ranked, Bali documentary wedding photographers available right now who understand that some weddings and elopements can’t wait. Find yours today!
Recent WPJA WedElope Story Awards
A wedding service for the entire family
Carlo Bettuolo
A Backyard Wedding Image | one final dance under the patio string lights for the bride and groom
Megan Rei
The bride and groom shared a beautiful moment of love and joy, sealed with a kiss at the city hall during their civil marriage ceremony
Myriam Ohayon

Bali Photographers for Large or Small Weddings

Shooting an elopement or small Bali wedding event is a wedding photojournalist’s dream: a fairly open schedule with lots of breathing space for creativity – it’s just the photographer, the couple, the officiant, and perhaps a few select companions.

Indonesia WPJA members are ready to document any pop-up, small, city hall, or elopement wedding, even if it is a Monday-Thursday ceremony. Search for the “Can Shoot Weddings on Short Notice!” message on the listings below.

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4 Bali Wedding Photographers...

Award-winning wedding photographer Liam Collard offers creative lighting expertise, and innovative photojournalistic style. Available for destination weddings worldwide.

Liam Collard

London, GB *Now booking Bali weddings.
23
30
3000 (GBP)
Wedding photographer Stam Chananakhon

Stam Chananakhon is a destination wedding photographer that loves to document compelling real moments for her couples. An obsessive French bulldog owner and passport stamp collector, Stam has worked as a wedding photographer in over 15 different countries.

Stam Chananakhon

London, GB *Now booking Bali weddings.
29
19
3000 (GBP)

Asia-based wedding photographer Wasan Chirdchom has been capturing real moments at marriage events for over 15 years, using his photography degree and passion for the art of crafting memorable images. He also specializes in bold and dramatic engagement portrait sessions.

Wasan Chirdchom

Phuket, TH *Now booking Bali weddings.
6
17
1200 (USD)
Sergio Russo elopement and wedding photography from the studio ParamountPics

Highly sought after, Sergio Russ is a travel destination wedding photographer with 10 years of experience. His expertise lies in capturing authentic moments, allowing couples to showcase their true selves without any interruptions.

Sergio Russo

Dubai, AE *Now booking Bali weddings.
1
1500 (USD)

Map of Wedding Photojournalists Serving Bali Couples

Wedding Venue Pictures by Bali Wedding Photographers

Please select a venue below to view all associated contest-winning Bali wedding photos.

Bali Wedding, Elopement and Engagement Images by WPJA Photographers

Below are some Bali wedding photography samples from the world’s best wedding photographers of the WPJA. Some of these Bali marriage pictures might be artistic portraits, details, or documentary-style images that have come from getting ready sessions, wedding ceremonies, reception venues, or Bali engagement portrait sessions with couples.

In Bali, Indonesia, a beautiful moment from the wedding day is frozen in time as the bride delicately sips from a tall glass at the night venue.
A candid moment captured at the Bulgari Hotels & Resorts in Bali, Indonesia, showcasing the bride and her parents engrossed in wedding day preparations with subtle yet emotive body language.
At Bali, Indonesia. Hotel - The shoe game in after party for bride and groom at night on the grass
A documentary wedding photographer won an award for this image taken at a hotel in Bali, Indonesia. After the ceremony, the bride and a guest who caught the bouquet were drawn to engaging conversations with fascinating people.
Champagne's spray in Bali adds excitement to the lively dance floor as the men let loose at this wedding celebration
The bride and groom share a laugh during the bridesmaid's speech at the head table in Bali, Indonesia
In Bali, Indonesia, a couple celebrates the end of their ceremony surrounded by friends against the backdrop of a late afternoon sun washing from behind. The joyful couple are walking arm in arm, basking in their happiness.
In Bali, Indonesia, the bride celebrates on the dancefloor at night, embracing a champagne shower while twinkling strings of lights illuminate the joyful atmosphere during her wedding reception
The couple, in love, show their affection with a romantic pre-wedding portrait of gymnastic moves, spinning around together in front of a beautiful Bali waterfall
In Bali, Indonesia, the couple were playing with each other near a big piece of glass acting as a great reflector
Banyan Tree Ungasan Bali couple were kissing during a pre-wed photo session while the fireworks were playing
Engagement Photography Session from a Bali Water Temple

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Who are the best Bali wedding photographers for small elopements?
A: The WPJA is proud to have some of the top Bali documentary wedding photographers for elopements. Our members are able to submit WedElope Stories that take you step-by-step, via a 9 image picture story, through the unique and moving elopements that take place around the world.
Q: How can couples find Bali photographers for pre-wedding engagement portraits?
A: The WPJA issues Diamond Awards for Bali wedding photographers to showcase their best engagement photography work. These awards are given to photographers who prove that they have an ability to be creative, artistic, and intuitive while working on-location with couples who are newly engaged.
Q: How can couples find top-ranked Bali wedding photographers?
A: The WPJA created the original wedding photographer ranking systems. Our innovative system is based on contest winning points, meaning that the Bali photographers you see at the top of your search results page have recently won the most — and the most recent — contest awards. Our contests judge photographers based on their creativity, style, composure, and ability to capture the heart of any couple's story on their wedding day.
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