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Istanbul Wedding Photographers

Our Istanbul photographers also provide documentary-style coverage in: Esenyurt, Yakuplu, Kirac, Hadimkoy, Mimarsinan, Tepecik, Durusu, Muratbey, Kumburgaz, Darica, Catalca, Celaliye, Gebze, Yalova, Selimpasa

Istanbul Wedding Photography, Engagement Photo Sessions + Elopements

Intimate Wedding Photography in Istanbul - Capturing the Joy of Small Celebrations - Discover the best Istanbul 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 Istanbul 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, Istanbul documentary wedding photographers available right now who understand that some weddings and elopements can’t wait. Find yours today!
Recent WPJA WedElope Story Awards
The bride and groom's intimate wedding ceremony at the private farm was a beautiful sight, with guests sitting in chairs on the grass, completely immersed in the moment and emotions running high
Gustavo Lucena
Beach wedding photography | shielded from the rain, the bride walks gracefully along the beach
Gustavo Sarmento
At the trampoline park wedding, the bride and groom were all smiles, ready to jump right into wedded bliss
Detelina Krasteva

Istanbul Photographers for Large or Small Weddings

Shooting an elopement or small Istanbul 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.

Turkey WPJA members are ready to document any quick, courthouse, town 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.

6 Istanbul Wedding Photographers...

Wedding, engagement and elopement photography by Nilufer Nalbantoglu

Nilufer Nalbantoglu is a wedding photographer who discovered her passion for photography as a child, inspired by her father and tinkering with old cameras. After starting out in the world of textiles and furniture photography, she found her calling in capturing the...

Nilufer Nalbantoglu

Kadıköy in Istanbul, TR
77
2
2
34
800 (EUR)
Wedding photography and elopements by Derya Engin

Derya Engin is an experienced wedding photographer specializing in destination weddings and elopements. With a talent for capturing natural and cherished moments, Derya brings an artistic touch to every image.

Derya Engin

in Istanbul, TR
10
1
7
13
800 (EUR)
Serenay Lokcetin - Wedding Reportage Photographer

Serenay Lokcetin is a destination wedding photographer with 6 years of experience. She captures the special moments of each couple's big day with a documentary style, emphasizing emotions and cultural uniqueness.

Serenay Lokcetin

Istanbul in Istanbul, TR
67
1
1
31
800 (EUR)
Couple engagement photo sessions, wedding and elopement photography by Emre Nesli

Emre Nesli is a wedding photographer based in Istanbul who specializes in capturing genuine moments and emotions. He has been dedicated to photographing weddings since 2012, with a focus on destination weddings and engagement portraits.

Emre Nesli

İstanbul in Istanbul, TR
146
2
1
92
950 (EUR)
Ufuk Sarisen Wedding Photography

Ufuk Sarisen is a professional family and wedding photographer from Istanbul. He travels around the world to capture couples' special moments on their big day. With his expertise in travel, documentary, and editorial photography, he creates unique and memorable...

Ufuk Sarisen

Istanbul in Istanbul, TR
214
14
31
6
385
1300 (EUR)
Istanbul wedding photography by Emre Kasap of the Turkey WPJA

Emre Kasap

Sisli in Istanbul, TR
1000 (EUR)

Map of Wedding Photojournalists Serving Istanbul Couples

Istanbul Wedding, Elopement and Engagement Images by WPJA Photographers

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

In Istanbul's Yildiz Park, during their engagement photo session, he tenderly carries his soon-to-be bride across the cable-hung swing pedestrian bridge, capturing love and joy.
A couple in love had a photoshoot in Istanbul near an ancient stone wall with a city view to celebrate their upcoming wedding.
In Istanbul, Turkey, a picture was taken of a couple about to wed, sitting together in front of an ornate iron gate, showcasing their love for each other.
At an engagement portrait session in Istanbul, Turkey, a wide angle photo was taken at a low angle with the couple holding hands in a symmetrical pose at a historical building.
Photographer takes a picture of the couple standing in a symmetrical way on the steps of the Old Post Office in Istanbul, capturing a beautiful portrait for their upcoming wedding.
At Sirkeci, Istanbul, a photographer used a slow shutter speed to blur the passing train, creating a beautiful and symmetrical portrait of the couple in front of the metro.
Wedding photo taken at Okyanus Yati in Istanbul, showcasing a beautiful moment between the bride and groom surrounded by stunning floral decorations during their ceremony.
Wedding picture of a bride and groom kissing just after the ceremony at Okyanus Yati, Istanbul. Beautiful moment captured by a wedding photographer.
Professional wedding photographer capturing the bride and groom's kiss at the historic Pera Palace Hotel in Istanbul, Turkey. This stunning photo captures a memorable moment from the ceremony.
Wedding photo taken at Rahmi Koc Museum in Istanbul, capturing a private session for the bride and groom. A beautiful and intimate memory from the special day.
Capturing the love between the soon-to-be-married couple, the engagement portrait session at home in Kadıkoy Istanbul shows a tender black and white image of them kissing in an intimate setting.
In Kadıkoy, Istanbul, the couple captured a tender and warm embrace as they lay face to face on their backs, preparing for their upcoming wedding.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Where can I find a photographer for a short-notice, small Istanbul wedding?
A: There are many WPJA photographers who are able to help you out at a moment's notice. We understand that sometimes love happens and there's simply no time to lose. We can ensure that you can get married as quickly as possible — and have incredible photographs to remember your Istanbul wedding day by.
Q: Can a wedding photojournalist create artistic portraits on my Istanbul wedding day?
A: While wedding photojournalists strive to capture candid moments on the wedding day, our photographers also are skilled artists who can compose powerful portraits. If you have a specific vision of what types of images you want from your wedding day, look at the top-ranked Istanbul wedding photographers who have earned Artistic Guild awards for portrait and detail images.
Q: Who are the best Istanbul wedding photographers for small elopements?
A: The WPJA is proud to have some of the top Istanbul 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.
WPJA Communiqué: Featured Wedding Photography Articles
What is a Modern Elopement?
WHAT EXACTLY DOES IT MEAN TO ELOPE? If you look up the definition of “elope” in the Merriam-Webster dictionary , you’ll find a plethora of meanings making it quite clear how polarizing the word has become, and how it has transformed and evolved with the passage of time and...Read more
jperlman elk cove inn ceremony
Top 4 Types of Small Weddings to Make Your Day Truly Yours
Everyone always says that your wedding day is all about you. But let’s face it; that’s not always actually the case. Many couples stress over guest lists, planning, expenses, and all the frills and traditions of your standard large wedding that they may or may not even be...Read more
Clean background in this photo of the bride walking into her mountain ceremony.
Adventure Wedding Elopements
Some couples, as they begin planning for their weddings, might think that they are limited to the classic locations: churches, gardens, beaches, or even Las Vegas. But in doing so they’re missing out on a multitude of unique options that might suit their personalities much...Read more

WPJA Communiqué: Viewpoints
Elopements: Traditional and Modern
The oldsters among the WPJA ranks no doubt remember when 'to elope' meant, in Merriam-Webster’s definition, “to run away secretly with the intention of getting married, usually without parental consent.” Many wedding photographers have gone on the lam with couples who did just that. However, even Merriam-Webster now acknowledges that “elope appears to have become shorthand for ‘ small destination weddings ,’ a ‘ wedding that is not financially insane ,’ or a ‘ wedding that allows us to not invite all the people we would rather not invite .’” Smaller Weddings are... Read more
What is Reportage?
On Instagram and elsewhere, one can see images labeled as #photojournalism or #reportage when they are, in fact, merely photos. I say "merely," even though photography has been my career's great passion. But it's because of that passion and my respect for the work of actual photojournalists that I am particularly bothered to see wedding photographers call their work "reportage." That word properly used actually means something important beyond just a stylistic conceit. By contrast, however, I'm the lead cheerleader for those practitioners of #weddingphotojournalism ... Read more

RAVES, REVIEWS, AND Istanbul WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER RECOMMENDATIONS

Istanbul, Turkey wedding photo of the bride getting ready in a mirror

Selma & Rashid

Photo by Nilufer Nalbantoglu

Wow. Wow. Wow. Wow!!!! What can I really say! You’re an incredibly talented artist. Thank you for capturing these beautiful moments for our family. I feel so emotional recounting our time in Istanbul. My husband, my family, and future grandchildren will all be grateful for you capturing these wonderful moments and allowing us to hold them forever. Thank you again for the wonderful opportunity to work with you. We can't wait to print out the photos and frame them on our walls. Until we meet again in Istanbul another time soon inshallah :)))

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Kyrenia Cyprus Wedding photo from the end of the ceremony

Ege+Nur

Photo by Ufuk Sarisen

You managed to capture all the memorable moments from best angles possible. The quality of the photos make out special day even more special since what remains is our photos and memories. Not only you were everywhere that night, you gave very useful tips about the most important things to do to make our wedding day go as smoothly as possible. Really nice working with you Ufuk, thank you for everything!

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izmir turkey wedding photo of the bride with dad at Fun Beach Club

Sinem+Rocco

Photo by Ufuk Sarisen

Thank you for your positive energy. You were everywhere at the day. Everybody loved and respected you. You catched every emotional moment at our wedding what we can’t see at that time. You are not just a photographer You are a good soul with a big heart. We are grateful to had you with us while our wedding day. Thanks a lot. Wish you and your family the best and a healthy long life. We keep in touch. We are looking forward to meet you again as soon as possible. 

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