Book a Family Photoshoot
in Assisi

Our photographers are experienced with children of all ages and know that kids will be kids — that's actually what makes family photos so authentic and charming. They use games, silly jokes, piggyback rides, tickle attacks, and natural play to capture genuine laughter and real connections. Some of the best family photos come from spontaneous, unscripted moments when a toddler runs off or siblings start goofing around. Your photographer will keep the energy light and fun, taking breaks when needed. Sessions with young children (under 5) are often scheduled in the morning when energy levels are highest. Don't worry about perfection — book with Photo Italy and let your photographer handle the rest.

Every age is perfect for a family photoshoot in Italy. Photographers adapt their approach to suit your children: for babies and toddlers (6 months to 3 years), they focus on natural play, cuddles, and close-up moments in calm settings like gardens or beaches. For children aged 4-10, sessions become more interactive with exploring, jumping, and adventure-style shots at castles or along waterfronts. Teenagers respond well to a relaxed, editorial approach that makes them feel cool rather than forced. Multi-generational families with grandparents benefit from Italy's accessible promenades in Positano or Amalfi. The key is choosing a location and time that suits your youngest family member. Photo Italy photographers will tailor the entire session to your family's ages and energy levels.

Choose a coordinated color palette rather than matching outfits — this creates visual harmony without looking staged. Earth tones (tan, olive, cream), pastels (dusty rose, light blue), and classic blues work beautifully against Italy's warm sandstone buildings and green landscapes. Avoid neon colors, large logos, and busy patterns that can distract from faces and expressions. Layers add visual interest: a light scarf, denim jacket, or cardigan works well. Comfortable shoes are essential, especially for Rome's cobblestone streets and Florence's historic lanes — sneakers or sandals with grip are ideal for kids. Your Photo Italy photographer will send a personalized style guide after booking, with specific recommendations based on your location, season, and family size.

Photoshoots in Assisi start from €319, with one- and two-hour packages running roughly €319 to €450 depending on the length and the number of edited photos. The town is steep but short: an hour covers the basilica piazza, Piazza del Comune and one of the lanes between them, and a second hour buys the Rocca or the olive terraces.

The arcaded piazza in front of the Basilica of San Francesco, at its emptiest just after sunrise; Piazza del Comune with the six Roman columns of the Temple of Minerva; the steep geranium-lined lanes climbing towards the Rocca Maggiore and its view over the valley; and the olive terraces below the walls, which give a quiet green foreground nobody else is using.

The town faces west-southwest, so late afternoon and sunset are the strong hours: the limestone goes from cream to pink and the plain below fills with haze. Sunrise is the quiet hour rather than the pretty one, which is exactly when to shoot the basilica piazza. Late spring and September give the softest light; July and August are hot and hard by ten.