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Specialized Photography

PRICING

People & Portraits = US $210 for 1 Photographer and US $360 for 2 Photographers

This includes models, as well as pickup and drop-off at your hotel within a 5 km radius of Ubud. If you’re not staying in Ubud, we can arrange pickup, but there will be an extra charge.

Street Photography = US $150 PP (Min. 2 People or US $40 Surcharge)

Coffee and snacks will be provided.

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PEOPLE & PORTRAITS

We can arrange Balinese models and collaborate with you to position them in stunning natural locations and iconic Balinese settings. We’ll assist in configuring your camera settings and making the best use of available light to capture exceptional photos.

This style of photography demands creativity and meticulous planning, but the results are truly rewarding. Please note that our models are not professional; they are members of the local communities where we live and work. The fees you pay directly support the models and their families.

You have a range of options, including men in traditional Balinese attire, young and older women carrying offerings, children with their mothers or sisters, and we’re open to your ideas and suggestions.

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Customer Reviews

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"3 wonderful days to discover the local culture during the festive period before the day of silence. David allows you to discover Balinese culture away from the tourist circuits thus offering unrivalled photographic opportunities. His great knowledge of Indonesian traditions and his expertise as a professional photographer made this stay a total success. Do not hesitate to ask."
Eric B.29 April 2026
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"Dave Metcalf's photography tour of Bhutan, with Kolkata thrown in beforehand, in Feb-March 2026 was great. Good company, lots of variety of things to photograph and good hotels and food. I've been on quite a few workshops with Dave and they always are a success. If you need any technical assistance he is there to help you. This time we visited a Buddhist festival at Pukhara and got some great images. The local guide and driver were also very helpful. Thoroughly recommended."
Robert M.13 March 2026
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"In Bali, David was our personal guide photographer and that is where we got to know him well. He is well organized, arrives on time and plans out the whole day. In fact I and my friend were very demanding and David would try to comply to our needs on a short notice. I highly recommend David as a fixer or a great photography teacher either way if you use his services, you will not be disappointed."
K. Hataw26 January 2026
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"I have joined David Metcalf on 4 tours, to Borneo, Sulawesi, Sumatra and the Mentawai islands. I can honestly say that these trips are life-changing experiences, opening my mind and heart to the diversity and beauty of humanity and the natural world. David expertly curates dynamic and fascinating programmes, offering rare opportunities to immerse in unique cultures and witness incredible ceremonies and everyday life."
Melanie L.19 January 2026
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"... I really recommand David Metcalf if you like to discover wonderful locations or discover the stunning Indonesian culture and its peoples. For sure I will come back in this incredible country and no matter how I will organize my next trip, I will definitely contact David."
Eric B.8 May 2025
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"...He's a good guy and will tailor your day according to your skills. I am an avid amateur and experienced in landscape photography. I also love shooting people. We spent hours in a really cool market that no one but locals would know. What a day."
Sandi 16 September 2023
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"All I can say if you want to experience a beautiful sunrise over volcanoes, go to a very local market tourists rarely visit, have lunch in the home in a local village, and stop at many spots along the back roads, all the while taking incredible images, then this is the tour for you."
Ian C.28 July 2023
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"For any other photographers on the fence about which photo guide to go with, please consider David and/or his team (Nyoman). I know there are other photo guides out there (that are quite famous on Instagram) but they do not provide you the ability to adjust and dictate the flow of your itinerary..."
Chi5 June 2023
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"Outstanding day, we had challenging conditions with the weather but my guide Nyoman was excellent and adjusted the tour's itinerary to suit the weather conditions. While early rain impacted some of the sites, we had great light as the sun broke through the rain... "
David J.11 May 2023
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"David is a very nice guy who is very knowledgeable about photography, local customers, and good photography spots. On my trip I got photograph and experience the way of life here in Bali. The driver Made was also wonderful and they both made me most welcome and I felt very safe as a solo woman traveler."
Clay5 February 2023
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"...Not only was David's itinerary a remarkable 10-day tour that kept us off the beaten path, but also it introduced us to exceptional people along the way. Thanks to David's particular relationships and philanthropic efforts in multiple Balinese communities, we were greeted with open arms -- and kitchens and homes!
Lisa A.15 November 2022
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"My wife and I partnered with David to bring a small group of photographers to Bali from the United States for a 9 day cultural photographic experience. This was our second trip to the beautiful Island of Bali and it far exceeded our expectations."
Jeff S.8 November 2022
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"My wife and I were part of a custom photography & cultural tour led by David. Some of us were experienced photographers, others not. David's connections with the locals and his understanding of Indonesian & Balinese culture were more than we ever could have expected, and this cannot be understated."
Carlton S.17 October 2022
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The optimal time for outdoor photo shoots is during the first three morning hours. Later, we can explore indoor photography using natural light and reflectors.
We’ll pick you up from your Ubud hotel at 6 am and drive to locations generally within 20 minutes of Ubud. The tour ends between 10 and 10:30 am when we drop you back at your hotel.

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JAVA AND BORNEO
2 (2) (1)
SUMBA

STREET PHOTOGRAPHY

Explore the captivating backstreets of the Denpasar area through your camera lens with us.

Discover hidden places, delve into local history, and connect with the people. Street photography is all about storytelling, capturing candid moments, creating layers, and conveying the essence of daily life and urban diversity.

Our photography guide will lead you through this exciting process, covering composition, lighting, anticipating moments, and mastering technical camera skills, including the right settings. We’ll also help you become comfortable approaching strangers to capture authentic moments.

The best time for this adventure is in the morning when the streets awaken and come to life.

We offer hotel pickup, a 3-hour street photography session, and drop-off at your hotel.

Pickup at 6 – 6:30 am (depending on the location) and return to your hotel approximately 10 am.

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JAVA AND BORNEO
2 (2) (1)
SUMBA



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