FOR THE MOMENTS THAT TRULY MATTER

DESTINATION DOCUMENTARY WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER
New Zealand, LONDON, NYC

NOW BOOKING FOR THE 2025-2026 SEASON

Destination DOCUMENTARY
WEDDING photographER

New Zealand, Europe & Worldwide

A love note to your future self

The year is 2059, you're sipping wine with your no.1, on the porch, reminiscing about those moments; the most memorable ones that etched your heart forever, the ones with people that are no longer with you, the ones that made you, you. You reach out and find your wedding album and get transported back within seconds.

DATE:

to:

2089

Your future self

2059

Pia Bacino is a destination wedding & fashion photographer. Her unique style & approach is centred around real experiences, celebrating each moment as it is, wholeheartedly; and being more than just a photographer for her couples. She artfully tells a story that dances between the rawness of documentary imagery and editorial storytelling. 

After over 10 years in the photojournalism industry, she has documented weddings & elopements all over the world spreading her belief in the importance of timeless experiences that are celebrations of moments truly lived, not fabricated. The goal? - To gift back artful memories of real moments. Forever reminders, time machines, mirrors to fill your life with light forever, whenever you need the reminder. 

What sets her apart is how she creates a real connection with her couples by walking alongside them on the planning journey. She is a guide and cheerleader, helping couples navigate the new chapter. Pia loves to be part of the entire journey and beyond, celebrating with you as a friend and member of your close-knit chosen team.

Couples with an eye for artful design and a timeless candid approach to to their celebration will find Pia to be the perfect match.



CREATIVE TEAM

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MEET

Pia

FAVOURITE STYLE


FAVOURITE MOVIE GENRE


YOU CAN ALWAYS FIND ME...


MY MUST-HAVE BRIDAL ACCESSORY


FAVOURITE THING ABOUT WEDDINGS...

FILM    DIGITAL    CAMCORDER    VIDEO

HAT    VEIL    GLOVES    SLEEVES

Based on true stories

Having a movie marathon

Having all your loved ones together under one roof!

"Pia's style is a seamless blend of documentary and fine art, capturing the raw moments that define each story.Pia's work is infused with her global upbringing, her love for art, culture, fashion and cinema. Her use of film photography adds a timeless quality, enabling her to craft images that authentically reflect the candid experience.

Whether it's the intimate glances, wild celebrations, or iconic locations, Pia's work is characterized by its elegance, authentic depth, and ability to transform fleeting moments into time machines."


TIMELESS DOCUMENTARY WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY WITH AN EDITORIAL TOUCH

" After all fades, all we have left is the memory of the present by gones"

THE STYLE

Meet PIA

Pia

NZ/UK Based

RECENT DESTINATIONS

AMALFI COAST, NEW YORK, PARIS, ICELAND, LONDON

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EXPLORE PORTFOLIO

RECENT STORIES

From the rugged beauty of New Zealand to the iconic streets of New York, connecting with her cherished couples and capturing their most precious moments with soul & elegance is Pia's biggest aim.

Pia's background, spanning Mexico, Uruguay, Spain, Italy, and New Zealand, gives her work a distinctive global perspective. This multicultural upbringing has shaped her approach to capturing memories, infusing her photography with a rich tapestry of influences.




- WEzoree

“The pictures are just unbelievable and you are not talented, you are GIFTED.

I am so happy to have met you and I really hope that I will see you next summer!! One day you will come with me to Africa, we need to plan this. You will love it. Again I have no words to describe everything.” 

VANESSA & JP,
CHATEAU NAINVILLE RE ROCHES
PARIS, FRANCE
2022

FROM

Vanessa & JP

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PARIS, 2022

DATE

When I tell you we are ABSOLUTELY FREAKING IN LOVE with everything you have done and YOU!!! 

We were so blessed to work with a beautiful group of vendors that helped us celebrate our perfect day, but the greatest choice we made was you! 

Thank you, thank you, thank you for everything you did for us that day and beyond! For descending on our day with your heart so pure and loving! For embracing us in your calm and peaceful energy. For infecting us and our guests with your solar smile. For knowing us better than we know ourselves. For just being an overall fan favourite It was an absolute privilege to have you be apart of our day. We have thanked God so many times for you! 

Anna & Aabel

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NEW ZEALAND, 2023

DATE

ANNA & AABEL
MAN O WAR
WAIHEKE, NEW ZEALAND
2023

FROM

We are sooo happy you were our photographer You’re seriously the best at what you do - you’re so so amazingly talented but also just the coolest person ever which makes the ultimate combo!

I’m so glad you enjoyed yourself as well! Having you there was hands down one of our favourite parts of the day! DJ and I honestly talk about it all the time and yup definitely reminiscing on that weather as well - I wish I was still there!

We honestly just love ya! And I’m also just obsessed with all your work and am always excited to see what magic you come up with! 

Lani & DJ

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SAMOA, 2024

DATE

LANI & DEJUAN
LE LAGOTO, SAVAII
SAMOA
2024

FROM

WHAT IT IS LIKE TO JOURNEY TOGETHER

VANESSA & JP, PARIS

ANNA & AABEL, WAIHEKE ISLAND

JONY & ALISTAIR, AUCKLAND

JOANNA & STEPHEN, POSITANO

JULIA & SAM, FRANCE

SAM & DYLAN, QUEENSTOWN

LANI & DJ, SAMOA

LAUREN & JAMES, LONDON

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PARIHOA, NEW ZEALAND

WEDDING AT THE EDGE OF THE WORLD

A fusion of cultures, a blend of traditions, and two souls entwined in a love so pure it could light up the night sky. That's the essence of Ghazal and Tom's love story, and let me tell you, it's a real page-turner!


Ghazal embodies vibrancy, boasting a Persian flair, while Thomas, armed with a builder's prowess and a pilot's license, is always up for the challenge with his hands-on approach. Despite their seemingly distant backgrounds, these two have found perfect harmony.

All it took was a helping hand to meet.

Their story ignited in March 2016. Ghazal crossed paths with someone enjoying the single life - Tom. It all kicked off with a practical dilemma – Ghazal's family needed a heat pump.



Seeking a solution, she consulted a friend, who confidently recommended our hero. Initially hesitant, accustomed to delegating tasks, Tom finally agreed to take a look.

Fast forward to the 10th of March, fate had Tom standing at Ghazal's doorstep. Clad in activewear, she stood before him, and in that precise moment, it clicked. He just had to ask her out.

Fast forward to a moment that had Ghazal head over heels – Tom's grand gesture during her birthday. While he was supposed to be soaking in the vibes of a music festival in Florida, he flew back early just to surprise his lady love. Imagine Ghazal's delight as Tom waltzed in with a bouquet of flowers, ready to sweep her off her feet...

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"Speechless. You. Are. UNREAL! Truly captured us, our family and friends, the small unseen moments, details, the location, beauty in everything (TEARS!!!) and the essence of our day. How you do that through a camera I have no idea - that is true talent! 

We are so grateful for your time, energy, artistry and everything in between. You were a major part of our day and we truly couldn't have imagined it without you. So grateful we crossed paths. I can't believe we will have these forever. Words don't do justice of how we feel about you and the work but please know our hearts are full and content!"

Madi & Casey

IN THE PRESS

The Today Show
PEOPLE Magazine
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Top 25 by Wed Vibes
Top 20 by Wedded Wonderland
100 Layer Cake Top Vendor
LLF Artist of the Year
NZ B&G Wedding of the Year
Prestige Wedding Photographer

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