Middle East Wedding Photographers

Middle East Wedding Photographers

Our Middle East photographers also provide documentary-style coverage in: Bahrain, Cyprus, Egypt, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Oman, Palestine, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, the Syrian Arab Republic, Turkey, the United Arab Emirates and Yemen

Middle East Wedding Photography, Engagement Photo Sessions + Elopements

Intimate Wedding Photography in Middle East - Capturing the Joy of Small Celebrations - Discover the best Middle East 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 Middle East 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, Middle East documentary wedding photographers available right now who understand that some weddings and elopements can’t wait. Find yours today!

Recent WPJA WedElope Story Awards

Middle East Photographers for Large or Small Weddings

Shooting an elopement or small Middle East 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.

WPJA members are ready to document any DIY - do it yourself, city hall, pop-up, 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.

15 Middle East Wedding Photographers...

Geeshan Bandara wedding photography studio owner

Geeshan Bandara, an international award-winning wedding photographer, specializes in capturing stories through his pictures. With over 10 years of experience shooting weddings across Europe and Asia, he has worked with both grand celebrity weddings and small intimate ones.

Geeshan Bandara

Dubai, AE *Now booking Middle East weddings.
2500 (USD)
Chandan Sojitra is an Engagement Portrait, Wedding and Elopement Photographer

Wedding photographer Chandan Sojitra provides stunning visual storytelling to bring your big day to life. With a creative background, a camera in hand, and passion to tell stories through imagery, Chandan has become a sought-after photographer in the local community.

Chandan Sojitra

Dubai, AE *Now booking Middle East weddings.
2200 (USD)
Dubai UAE wedding photography by Melon Perez

Melon Perez, an award-winning wedding photographer from the Middle East, combines her background in film-making with a passion for capturing moments and details. With accolades from the Emirates Film Festival and recognition from Illustrado Magazine, she brings expertise...

Melon Perez

Dubai, AE *Now booking Middle East weddings.
2000 (USD)
Sergio Russo elopement and wedding photography from the studio ParamountPics

Sergio Russ, a travel destination wedding photographer, is highly sought after for his ability to capture authentic moments. With 10 years of experience, he focuses on preserving the genuine emotions and true essence of weddings.

Sergio Russo

Dubai, AE *Now booking Middle East weddings.
1500 (USD)

Ana Backhaus

Dubai, AE *Now booking Middle East weddings.
1800 (USD)
Engagement Portrait Pro and Wedding Photographer Ankita Asthana

Ankita Asthana is a talented wedding photographer who has a background in traveling and experiencing diverse cultures. With a passion for capturing unique moments in chaotic settings, she uses photography as a means of expression and connection.

Ankita Asthana

Mumbai in Maharashtra, IN *Now booking Middle East weddings.
6000 (USD)
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 *Now booking Middle East weddings.
800 (EUR)
Studio portrait of Rish Agarwal, a candid wedding photographer

Rish Agarwal is a professional wedding photographer who captures real moments at marriage events. With 10 years of experience, he left the corporate world to pursue his passion and has been documenting remarkable stories ever since.

Rish Agarwal

in Delhi, IN *Now booking Middle East weddings.
3000 (USD)
Ufuk Sarisen Wedding Photography

Ufuk Sarisen is an Istanbul-based wedding photographer who captures couples' most important moments worldwide. With experience in travel, documentary, and editorial photography, he brings a unique approach to creating memorable portraits that tell the story of their...

Ufuk Sarisen

Istanbul in Istanbul, TR *Now booking Middle East weddings.
1300 (EUR)
Studio portrait of Bozhidar Krastev, wedding photographer of Vonle Art

Bozhidar Krastev is a passionate wedding photographer who loves to capture the emotion and spirit of the day. He strives to remain within his limits to capture the unique moments that present the authenticity of the story, so when looking through the album, tears and smiles...

Bozhidar Krastev

Ruse in Ruse, BG *Now booking Middle East weddings.
2000 (EUR)
At work portrait of wedding and elopement photographer Rogerio Frota dos Santos

Rogerio Frota dos Santos is a skilled wedding photographer who travels to capture love stories at destination weddings. He began with a basic camera as a flight attendant and now uses professional equipment to capture real emotions at weddings of all sizes.

3500 (BRL)
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 *Now booking Middle East weddings.
700 (EUR)

In her distinctive journalistic style, Morgan Lynn Razi, a renowned wedding photojournalist, skillfully captures timeless moments with her camera. Traveling the world, she is highly sought after for her trendsetting approach and caring nature.

Morgan Lynn Razi

Houston in Texas, US *Now booking Middle East weddings.
15500 (USD)
Portrait of Naren Bedekar, wedding photographer

Naren Bedekar, a wedding photographer based in New Zealand, has over 12 years of experience as an Art Director in the Middle East. With a passion for photography, Naren has shot over 400 weddings and various corporate events and live shows. He has also worked on projects in...

Naren Bedekar

Auckland in Auckland, NZ *Now booking Middle East weddings.
4000 (NZD)
Nicola Majocchi of UNITE-XO - International Wedding and Lifestyle Photographer

Nicola Majocchi is an International destination wedding photographer, with a blend of postmodern-edge, euro-romanticism, and sophistication. Expect the unexpected!

Nicola Majocchi

Lake Como in Como, IT *Now booking Middle East weddings.
2500 (EUR)

Map of Wedding Photojournalists Serving Middle East Couples

Middle East Wedding Elopement Photography - WedElope

View WedElope Image Galleries by Middle East Wedding Photographers from Small Events and Intimate Elopements.

Middle East Wedding, Elopement and Engagement Images by WPJA Photographers

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

At a ceremony in the United Arab Emirates, this beautiful photo captures the bride and groom dancing together after their wedding ceremony. Their joy and love is evident in their smiles.
A wedding photo from Zabeel Saray Dubai shows bridesmaids slipping on their shoes

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How can couples find top-ranked Middle East wedding photographers?
A: The WPJA created the original wedding photographer ranking systems. Our innovative system is based on contest winning points, meaning that the Middle East 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: Who are the best Middle East wedding photographers for small elopements?
A: The WPJA is proud to have some of the top Middle East 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 Middle East photographers for pre-wedding engagement portraits?
A: The WPJA issues Diamond Awards for Middle East 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
Jola Mulder, of Overijssel, is a wedding photographer for
Oftentimes when people are considering a venue for their weddings, they search for a location away from home, whether that be ten minutes or ten hours, all just to find what they already have: a place that holds meaning for them, that feels comfortable, or that they find...Read more
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
Clean background in this photo of the bride walking into her mountain ceremony.
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

RAVES, REVIEWS, AND Middle East WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER RECOMMENDATIONS

Kyrenia Cyprus Wedding Photography - Bride and groom during the ceremony at Acapulco Hotel wedding venue

Gul+Said

Photo by Ufuk Sarisen

We were looking for the one photographer that could make our memories deathless, but in the most natural way. We wanted a photographer that could capture: 1) natural moments in an artistic way, but without editing the photographs too much 2) fantastic smiles and laughs 3) funny dance moves 4) the joy in our, and our friends and families eyes 5) the touchy feelings in our body language 6) us posing without making us uncomfortable in the situation 7) our story and culture, that is pretty mixed Ufuk, you did ALL of this and BEYOND what we would imagine! You are a warm, humble and trustworthy human being, and a fantastic photographer! We are unbelievably thankful! Thank you for coming to Cyprus! We will NEVER forget it! We see a friend in you now, and we want you to know that you are welcome to Norway any time!

Fethiye Turkey Wedding Photography from an outdoor, sunset wedding at Help Beach

Beverley+Raymond

Photo by Ufuk Sarisen

Ufuk, We are incredibly happy with the images, they are definitely helping us relive our wedding day! Thanks you so much Ufuk!

milan italy wedding photography - Villa Valenca bride and groom

Silvia + Gokhan

Photo by Ufuk Sarisen

We absolutely loved it. We are so excited to get the pictures. You captured every single moment and each time we watch the pictures, we live the emotions again and again with the same excitement of the wedding day. Thank you!