Ten years on the island, 800+ sessions, real kids being real kids.
A Bali family photoshoot where your kids don't have to sit still
I'm Andi Regen, the Bali family photographer for parents who'd rather chase a toddler across a beach than force a smile on command. The lesson from 800+ sessions: the best frame happens right after everyone stops posing.
Private sessions only. No shared time slots, no second family waiting behind yours. Tell me your dates and your kids' ages and I'll suggest the locations that fit, no obligation.
What it actually looks like when kids stop posing
Three packages, no hidden fees
No per-person surcharges for family bookings under 8 people. Groups larger than that get a custom quote once I know your headcount and locations.
Tenang
- Around 1 hour
- Up to 2 locations
- Up to 200 images
Best for younger children or a single-location session.
Bahagia
- Around 2 hours
- Up to 4 locations
- Up to 600 images
The most common choice for family sessions with school-age kids.
Istimewa
- Around 4 hours
- Up to 6 locations
- Unlimited images
- Private transport included
Built for multi-generation groups or families who want a full day documented.
Deliverables: up to 200 edited images for a 1-hour session, up to 600 for a 2-hour session, delivered via Google Drive and kept there for 2 years.
What a family photoshoot in Bali with Wildaya actually looks like
Most family portrait sessions fail for one reason: everyone's told to stand still and look at a stranger holding a camera. I do the opposite. I give the kids something to do, a shell to find, a wave to chase, a grandparent's hand to hold, and I photograph what happens while nobody's thinking about the lens.
That doesn't mean no structure. I still plan the route, the light, and a backup spot in case a toddler melts down at exactly the wrong moment. I just don't run the session like a corporate headshot day. Expect walking, some sand in shoes, and photos where your kids look like themselves rather than like they've been told to smile.
10 to 15 minutes of arrival and settling in while I read the light.
A loose sequence of prompted moments, walking together, a piggyback ride, someone getting tickled, directed gently without feeling staged.
A few quiet minutes of portraits once everyone's relaxed and the ice is gone.
Who books a Bali family photographer with us
Families come to Wildaya for a specific mix of reasons. Some are on their once-a-year holiday together and want proof they were all in the same place at the same time. Others are marking something: a first trip abroad with a new baby, three generations traveling together, a milestone birthday, or grandparents seeing grandkids for the first time in years.
A growing number are multi-family group photoshoot bookings, cousins, in-laws, and friends who rented villas together and want one set of images that captures the whole trip, not just the immediate household. These sessions need more planning than a standard booking, but they're some of my favorite ones because the energy is impossible to fake. If part of your trip is just the two of you, the Bali couple photoshoot session covers that separately.
Once-a-year reunions, new babies on their first trip abroad, milestone birthdays, grandparents meeting grandkids again after years apart.
What makes this different from a standard resort photographer
I shoot every session myself, meaning I'm the one behind the main camera and the one who answers your messages beforehand. There's no studio assigning you to whichever photographer happens to be free that week. On larger group bookings, Raditya, who joined me in 2023 with a background in visual arts and creative media, assists as a second-camera support, not as a separate lead photographer you'd be handed off to.
Ten years of shooting here means I know which locations actually work with kids and which just look good in a portfolio. It usually comes down to what your family needs most:
Sanur and Nusa Dua, where the beaches are calmer and the sand stays flat and walkable.
Uluwatu's cliffs, though these need careful timing around nap schedules since the best light lands late in the day.
The rice terraces of Jatiluwih and Tabanan, good for families who want variety beyond beach shots.
Your own villa garden or pool, which cuts out travel time entirely and gives younger kids room to wander.
Practical details before you book
Everything you need to plan around, from group size to what to pack.
Duration: Most family bookings run 1 to 2 hours. Extended multi-generation sessions covering several locations can run up to 4 hours.
Group size: From a family of three to multi-generation groups of 15 or more. Larger groups need more planning time, so flag your headcount when booking.
Deliverables: Up to 200 edited images for a 1-hour session, up to 600 for a 2-hour session, delivered via Google Drive and kept there for 2 years.
Preparation: Bring 2 to 4 outfit options in coordinating (not matching) colors, pack a snack for younger kids, and tell me about nap times so I can plan around them, not against them.
For many families with children under four, I recommend the golden hour before sunset over sunrise. Most toddlers I've photographed are more cooperative after a nap and a meal than they are at 6 AM, and the light in Bali holds its warmth for close to an hour before the sun actually drops, which gives us room if someone needs a snack break mid-shoot. If your kids are early risers who fade by late afternoon, tell me and I'll flip the plan around instead.
Frequently asked questions
Can you photograph a family with a baby who isn't sleeping through the night yet?
Yes. Newborns and infants under one are common bookings. I keep sessions shorter for very young babies, usually under an hour, and build in flexibility for feeding or nap breaks without it eating into your shooting time.
Do you photograph blended or non-traditional families?
Yes, without exception. Step-families, single parents, same-sex parents, chosen family, whatever your household looks like, the approach is the same.
What happens if a few extra relatives decide to join after we've already booked?
Tell me as soon as you know. A couple of extra people is usually fine to fold into an existing package, but a jump from four to twelve changes how much time I need per location, and I'd rather adjust the plan in advance than rush the session on the day.
What language do you shoot in if we're not native English speakers?
I'm fluent in English and Indonesian, and I've shot with families who speak neither as a first language. Directing a two-year-old doesn't require much vocabulary either way.
Do you offer indoor or studio options if a child has sensory sensitivities to sun, heat, or crowds?
Yes. Studio sessions with controlled lighting are available, and for outdoor sessions I can choose quieter, shaded locations over crowded beach stretches if that suits your family better. Mention it when booking and I'll plan around it.
Can we get printed photos, or only digital files?
Delivery is digital, through a Google Drive gallery, so you can print through whatever lab or service you prefer once you have the files. I don't sell prints or albums directly.
Do you shoot in the rainy season, and is it worth booking then?
Yes, and it's often underrated. Bali's rainy season (roughly November to March) still has plenty of dry mornings, and overcast skies give softer, more even light than the harsh midday sun families sometimes get in peak dry season. I'll always flag if a specific date looks genuinely risky.
Tell me about your family, and I'll suggest a plan
Ready to book a Bali family photographer, or still comparing options? Either way, send me your family size, the ages of your kids, and roughly when you're on the island. I'll reply within a few hours with location suggestions and a package that fits. Once you're ready to lock in a date, booking takes a couple of minutes.