Book a Family Photoshoot
in Portofino

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.

Professional photoshoots in Portofino start from €310. A typical one- to two-hour session runs roughly €310–€450, depending on duration and the number of edited photos — from a short shoot around the piazzetta and harbour to a longer walk up through the pines to Castello Brown and the lighthouse.

The piazzetta with its painted house fronts and moored boats, the terrace of the church of San Giorgio above the harbour, the climb past Castello Brown, the path onward to the lighthouse with three or four elevated frames in pine shade, and the green-blue cove at Paraggi five minutes away for the water pictures.

First light, when the fishermen are the only people out and the harbour water is glass — it is a completely different, and better, village at that hour. By midday in season the piazzetta is busy and expensive. Golden hour from the path to Castello Brown is the other window. May, June and September are best; winter is quiet, with many closures.