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Istanbul · Editorial wedding photography

Istanbul Wedding Photographer

Zarif Film is a photography and film studio in Istanbul devoted to timeless elegance in weddings, engagements and pre-wedding photoshoots. Since 2015, we've chosen real moments over staged poses, and precious photographs over a crowded gallery.

From our private Zarif Studio in Nişantaşı to Ottoman pavilions and palaces on the Bosphorus, from Istanbul's characterful old streets to mansions surrounded by nature, we create the atmosphere you dream of together. Whether you live in Istanbul or are travelling here for your wedding, we plan every detail with you.

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Photographs from Istanbul

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Senanur & Emre — from their Istanbul photoshoot Senanur & Emre Story → Fatma & Mehmet — from their Istanbul photoshoot Fatma & Mehmet Story → Büşra & Yahya — from their Istanbul photoshoot Büşra & Yahya Story → Büşra & Sefa — from their Istanbul photoshoot Büşra & Sefa Story → Şeyma & Kemal — from their Istanbul photoshoot Şeyma & Kemal Story →

Wedding photography packages

Bride and groom in front of the glass orangery at the Maslak Pavilions — single venue photo package

Single Venue Photo Package

Editorial photography at a single elegant venue.
Bride and groom at sunset with the Süleymaniye Mosque and the Bosphorus — Istanbul streets photo package

Istanbul Streets Photo Package

A cinematic story in Nişantaşı and the historic streets.
Bride and groom walking hand in hand down the ornate staircase of a historic pavilion — luxury photo package

Luxury Photo Package

Majestic photographs among historic pavilions and palaces.

Why Zarif Film?

An editorial eye

Elegant compositions that read the light and put real moments first.

A private studio

A space reserved for you in the İspilandit Building, Nişantaşı.

The most elegant venues

The soul of Istanbul in Ottoman pavilions, mansions and historic streets.

Photo + film

Timeless photographs and a cinematic short film, together.

Our venues

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Zarif Studio Nişantaşı — bridal portrait reflected in a mirror in shades of white

Zarif Studio — Nişantaşı
Yıldız Park — bride with a long veil on the historic staircase of a pavilion

Yıldız Park
Bride and groom smiling on the marble staircase in front of the wooden door of Adile Sultan Pavilion, black and white

Adile Sultan Pavilion
Küçüksu Pavilion — bride and groom on the columned terrace overlooking the Bosphorus

Küçüksu Pavilion
Bride and groom on the Galata Bridge, with the Galata Tower and the Karaköy skyline behind them

Istanbul Streets
Grand Hotel de Londres — bride and groom on the historic red-carpeted staircase

Grand Hotel de Londres

Frequently asked

What do your packages include? +

We have three photography packages: single venue, Istanbul streets and a luxury palace shoot. A film package and engagement ceremony coverage can be added. We define the scope and a tailored quote together based on your date; you'll find the details on our Packages page.

Where do you photograph in Istanbul? +

Starting with our private Zarif Studio in Nişantaşı, we photograph at Istanbul's most elegant venues, including the Adile Sultan and Küçüksu pavilions, the Maslak Pavilions, the Grand Hotel de Londres, the Bosphorus Palace Hotel, Six Senses Kocataş and the streets of the old city.

We live abroad. Can we still work with you? +

Of course. Many of our couples travel to Istanbul for their wedding or photoshoot. We plan the date, venue and flow with you remotely, mostly over WhatsApp, so everything is ready when you arrive.

How far in advance should we book? +

Dates fill up quickly, especially in spring and autumn. We recommend getting in touch as early as possible for the date you have in mind.

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