A Photographer’s Lifestyle Guide to Bali, Indonesia

Bali it’s a true escape from daily life. From mountains to beaches, one thing’s certain: you’ll feel the taksu – a special energy that goes beyond what the eyes can see.

Garuda Wisnu Kencana Cultural Park is a sprawling park featuring monumental Hindu sculptures, with frequent dance performances & concerts. The perfect place is to bring your wide-angle camera such as Lomo LC-Wide, LomoApparat or La Sardina even Sprocket Rocket! So you can capture this beautiful park especially during the golden hour! Photo by adi_totp

Jl. Raya Uluwatu, Ungasan, Kec. Kuta Sel., Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80364, Indonesia

Tanah Lot is a rock formation off the Indonesian island of Bali. It is home to the ancient Hindu pilgrimage temple Pura Tanah Lot (literally “Tanah Lot temple”), a popular tourist and cultural icon for photography. Bring your Sprocket Rocket to capture this majestic view! Photo by sexyinred

Beraban, Kediri, Tabanan Regency, Bali 82121, Indonesia

Visiting Museum Pasifika is one of a time opportunity to relax in an oasis of tranquillity and to view an extraordinary collection of paintings and other artworks. It is housed in an exquisite modern Balinese building designed by Popo Danes, one of the most celebrated Balinese architect.

Benoa, Complex Bali Tourism Development Corporation / ITDC Area Block P, Benoa, South Kuta, Badung Regency, Bali 80361, Indonesia

Campuhan Ridge Walk (Ubud, Bali) is beautifully verdant location with gentle hiking trails & expansive views from the hilltop. Bring the Lomo LC-A 120 or Diana F+ and capture this beautiful place with all that medium format goodness! Hiking and shooting some frame, sounds like a plan right? Photo by nauditaolivia

Kelusa, Payangan, Gianyar Regency, Bali, Indonesia

Museum Puri Lukisan is an art gallery in Central Ubud that aims to preserve Bali’s artistic heritage, with many traditional Balinese paintings and woodcarvings from across the centuries. It was established back in the 1950s making it the oldest art gallery in Bali.

Ubud, Gianyar Regency, Bali 80571, Indonesia

A traditional Balinese calm and tranquil village that sells local handicrafts, products and offers homestay accommodation: Penglipuran Village. Bring the Lomo LC-A 120 and capture everything that surrounds this very beautiful village. Photo by kuryzu

Jl. Penglipuran, Kubu, Kec. Bangli, Kabupaten Bangli, Bali 80611, Indonesia

Saka Museum is a brand-new museum in Jimbaran dedicated to the Balinese holiday of Nyepi. This unique and important Hindu celebration marks the beginning of the Balinese Saka New Year and sees the island close down for 24 hours each year, with no noise, light, work, or travel.

Jl. Karang Mas Sejahtera, Jimbaran, Kec. Kuta Sel., Kabupaten Badung, Bali 80361, Indonesia

Threads of Life is a fair trade business with galleries in Ubud, Bali, that works directly with weavers across Indonesia in a way that is environmentally sustainable, promotes cultural integrity, and empowers women. If you are strolling around Ubud, Threads of Life also offers you a Batik Class which you can join and learn how to Batik! Photo by adi_totp

Jl. Kajeng No.24, Ubud, Kec. Gianyar, Kabupaten Gianyar, Bali 80571, Indonesia

Museums, Art, Photography and Culture in Bali

We’ve curated a list of our favorite museums, art galleries and cultural landmarks in Bali to give you an exhaustive guide to the best creative hot-spots to visit on your trip.

The Blanco Renaissance Museum
The Blanco Renaissance Museum – a must-visit destination and among the top things to do in Ubud, especially for art enthusiasts. The location serves as an art gallery, eccentric sanctuary, and a dedication to the man behind the museum, Don Antonio Blanco, a Spanish-Filipino painter whose personality was just as renowned as his art works.

Tirta Gangga Water Palace
Tirta Gangga has become one of the destinations that attract many tourists to come and take pictures in. It is located in the village of Ababi, an approximate 75 km east of Denpasar. The mystical ambiance of serenity from the traditional Balinese architecture is definitely worth capturing!

Nacivet Art Photography
One of the largest and most diverse photography collections from a single artist with almost a million shots taken since 1975 all around the globe. You can discover a large selection of photos. These are available as art prints on paper or canvas and also mounted on wooden frames. Prints are made just for you with original photo print and affordable prices also signed by the artist.

Ulun Danu Bratan Temple
The Ulun Danu Bratan Temple is a popular attraction among both tourists and locals. It is strategically located, connecting Bali’s north and south. This iconic temple is surrounded by a smooth and reflective surface giving out an impression of a floating temple.

Canggu
Hip destination with white sand beaches, clear blue water, and small fishing villages. There’s so many shops too here! Obviously because many tourists came here to enjoy Canggu’s vibes!

Kelingking Beach
Kelingking Beach definitely deserves a spot on your must-do-list in Bali. How can it not with cliffs forming a shape of a Tyrannosaurus Rex in a secret point of the already hidden paradise.

Tegalalang Rice Terrace
Tegalalang Rice Terraces offers their beautiful scenes of rice paddies. The terraces alone offer such a scenic outlook to those who visit them, showing the beautiful rice paddies on the slopes across the valley.

Art of Whatever
Art of Whatever not only sell art but also it’s outstanding upcycle store! Beside that, they also create t-shirt based on the artwork they already created. Definitely worth visiting if you get tired of beaches.

Street Photography & Lomography Film Community Scene in Bali

The wealth of knowledge and experience that comes from the Lomography Community is simply unrivaled. In this section we share some of our communities top-tips about the island of Bali. This includes their favorite locations for visiting and photographing and some invaluable tips on shooting in analogue. We will also showcase some of our most inspiring Bali-based LomoHomes and Partners.

Analog Uluwatu
A cafe inspired by 70’s surf culture and music. Drawing inspiration from speak-easy bars, Analog Uluwatu is between a Surf-shop and a Pilates-Studio. Inside, the cafe is modelled off a Japanese Listening Bar, serving coffees during the day and cocktails at night.

Lab Rana Camera Shop
Lab Rana is small, cool shop located in Tamora gallery in the heart of Berawa. Lab Rana is the go to place to buy your films needs and develop them.

Curative
Curative is a concept store that offers curated & creative goods. All products are locally made by the coolest local brands around: your one-stop store to get your aesthetics product of Bali!

Toko Tua Mentereng
Established in 2014, Toko Tua Mentereng has grown into one of the most renowned analog camera stores on the Island of the Gods. Not only they sell analogue camera but also they provide repairing them too!

Langit Creative Store
Don’t miss this fascinating artisan gift shop! Located in the heart of Ubud, this gift shop is run by a family and they are so creative. They make all of the textile and sashiko accessories and decor. Even the kids design bags and t-shirts with their own artwork.

Sanur
Spend a few days in Sanur if you love the idea of going where historic travelers have typically journeyed to discover Bali. But the most famous thing about Sanur is its very very beautiful sunrise! Just very pleasing the eye!

Anything missing?

Got a favorite photo gallery, hidden photo spot or local tip we haven’t covered in this city guide? Help us make this the best analogue travel companion! Send your suggestions to travel@lomography.com and we’ll take a look.

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Tips from Lomography Magazine

The World According to Herr Willie: Pura Besakih, The Mothertemple of Bali
written by wil6ka on 2016-05-20 #places

On my birthday, I climbed the holiest mountain of Bali on a genuine pilgrimage. Walking towards Pura Besakih is also a tale about Balinese Hinduism, which is a singularity in Indonesia. So tighten your sarong around your hips and stick with me on this spiritual passage through the gates of heaven.
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Around the World in Analogue: Bali, Indonesia
written by sylvann on 2025-01-28 #culture #people #places

In this edition of Around the World in Analogue, community member Naudita Olivia (@nauditaolivia) talks about her trips to the iconic island of Bali, Indonesia, and shares what makes the island a unique travel destination she keeps returning to.
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Purify Yourself at Pura Tirta Empul, Bali
written by yokekei on 2013-03-04 #places

Pura Tirta Empul is a Hindu temple in Bali Island, Indonesia. The name of "Tirta Empul" means "crystal clear stream". It is famous for its holy water where people go for purification and various religious ceremonies.
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First Impressions of the Petzval 55mm f/1.7 MKII by Ersya Ruswandono
written by adi_totp on 2024-12-05 #gear #people #places

Ersya Ruswandono is a filmmaker, photographer, and lecturer based in between Yogyakarta and Jakarta, Indonesia. Recently she tried out the Petzval 55mm f/1.7 MKII Art Lens and shares her first impressions with us here!
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