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Turkey Wedding Photographers

Our Turkey photographers also provide documentary-style coverage in: Istanbul, Ankara, Izmir, Bursa, Adana, Gaziantep, Konya, Antalya, Diyarbakir, Mersin, Bodrum, Muğla Province, Bodrum Peninsula, Tekirdağ, East Thrace, Balkan Peninsula and the Gulf of Gökova

Turkey Wedding Photography, Engagement Photo Sessions + Elopements

Intimate Wedding Photography in Turkey - Capturing the Joy of Small Celebrations - Discover the best Turkey 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 Turkey 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, Turkey 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 enjoyed the small wedding ceremony at the Town Hall, celebrating their civil union with laughs and joy throughout the day
Harry Richards
Church ceremony with couple saying marriage vows
Rogerio Frota dos Santos
The intimate outdoor ceremony on the farm was officiated by a friendly officiant who gave the groom a warm hug after making a lighthearted joke
Christelle Rall

Turkey Photographers for Large or Small Weddings

Shooting an elopement or small Turkey 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.

Europe WPJA members are ready to document any justice of the peace, city hall, courthouse, 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.

8 Turkey 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 a destination wedding photographer specializing in capturing natural, cherished moments. With over 11 years of experience, 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, a visual storyteller and destination wedding photographer with 6 years of experience, utilizes a journalistic style to immortalize the unique moments of each couple's special day, focusing on emotions and cultural richness.

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 destination wedding photographer with a documentary spirit and an artistic perspective. Since 2012, he has been fully dedicated to capturing the key moments and strong emotions of weddings. Based in Istanbul, Turkey, he is ready to travel worldwide for your...

Emre Nesli

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

Editorial wedding photographer Ufuk Sarisen is based in Istanbul and Izmir and travels worldwide to photograph couples' most important moments. He also has experience with travel, documentary and editorial photography, allowing him to take a unique approach to creating...

Ufuk Sarisen

Istanbul in Istanbul, TR
214
14
31
6
385
1300 (EUR)
Aegean wedding and elopement photography by Furkan Akarsu of Turkey

Furkan Akarsu, an Atatürk University Cinema graduate, is a skilled destination wedding photographer with experience since 2016. His documentary style captures weddings naturally, creating an enjoyable experience for couples.

Furkan Akarsu

in Izmir, TR
5
5
32
700 (EUR)
Istanbul wedding photography by Emre Kasap of the Turkey WPJA

Emre Kasap

Sisli in Istanbul, TR
1000 (EUR)
Studio portrait of Bozhidar Krastev, wedding photographer of Vonle Art

Bozhidar Krastev, a Europe-based wedding photographer, skillfully captures the emotion and spirit of the day, creating authentic albums that bring forth natural tears and smiles.

Bozhidar Krastev

Ruse in Ruse, BG *Now booking Turkey weddings.
83
5
3
2
20
2000 (EUR)

Map of Wedding Photojournalists Serving Turkey Couples

Turkey Wedding, Elopement and Engagement Images by WPJA Photographers

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

During their pre-wedding photo session in Cappadocia, Turkey, the couple embraced, smiled, and were lit up by the photographer against a backdrop of a blue and purple sky filled with hot air balloons.
During an engagement photo session in Goreme, Nevsehir, Turkey, a couple sits near a wall with ancient stones and an art installation, capturing their love before they marry.
During the engagement portrait session in Cappadocia, Turkey, the couple posed nose to nose under a blue sky, with mirrors reflecting the beautiful clouds above.
In Goreme, Nevsehir, Turkey, a couple took pictures before their wedding on ancient stone carved walls and pillars in Cappadocia for their pre-wedding photo shoot.
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 the Galata Bridge in Turkey, a stylish couple is posing and dancing in front of an industrial panel wall for their engagement photos before their wedding.
At The Galata Bridge in Turkey, a stylish couple danced, dipped, and kissed in front of an industrial reflective glass wall during their engagement portrait session.
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.
Wedding couple kissing on dance floor at Bodrum ruins. Red, orange, and yellow lights blur around them in a circle, capturing the essence of burning love.
Wedding photo from Istanbul, Turkey at Soho House. Bride and groom seated with guests standing behind during speeches, two men holding notes in foreground.
Photograph taken at a wedding in Dalyan, Turkey, featuring the bride and groom kissing at the stunning Kaunos Ruins.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Who are the best Turkey wedding photographers for small elopements?
A: The WPJA is proud to have some of the top Turkey 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 top-ranked Turkey wedding photographers?
A: The WPJA created the original wedding photographer ranking systems. Our innovative system is based on contest winning points, meaning that the Turkey 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.
Q: How can couples find Turkey photographers for pre-wedding engagement portraits?
A: The WPJA issues Diamond Awards for Turkey 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.
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
Essential Elopement Vendor - The Photographer
So your wedding is just around the corner and you’ve decided to elope , either because you want to do this on a budget , avoid a large wedding party, or simply to enjoy the day together with minimal distractions and as little stress as possible . They say 'all you need is...Read more
Vows, Crowds, and Nerves: Avoid Stress with a Small Wedding
While some of us were fortunate enough to be born as extroverts, not everyone feels the same way. For a good chunk of the population, any number of the typical wedding day traditions can inspire anxiety and existential dread. This day is all about you, yes, but does that...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 Turkey WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER RECOMMENDATIONS

bodrum turkey wedding photography of the bride under the lights at macakizi

Jaumana+Rani

Photo by Ufuk Sarisen

I’m looking through the photos now and they are AMAZING, thank you! Our friends were talking how great of a photographer you guys were that night! Thank you for a great experience Ufuk, keep rocking it!

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izmir turkey wedding photo from the reception party at Luciene Arkas

Sevda-Tugrul

Photo by Ufuk Sarisen

We got married almost like two years ago, and l just had a chance to look at all of our photos. How talented you are Ufuk! I always looking to the photos with a big smile on my face. Thanks for the amazing photos again! You didn’t miss even a second, l felt like I was in our wedding again. THANK YOU. 

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Kyrenia Cyprus Wedding Photography from the Korineum Hotel - Bride and bridesmaids drinking

Asli+Bilgehan

Photo by Ufuk Sarisen

Ufuk, there are honestly no words to describe how good you are..The moments you captured at our wedding brought the day back to life. Each and every one is completely stunning. Its not just us, everyone whose, seen the images, have been blown away with the quality and creativity of the photos. Our suggestion to couples looking for a photographer; no need to look further and search on internet – work with Ufuk and enjoy the very special day!

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