CIAO from Italy!
We’re Sara and Alessandro, your Italian Photographers
You’re here because you’re searching for something more than a bunch of posed and cheesy photos of your days in Italy?
GREAT! YOU’RE IN THE RIGHT PLACE.
We’re a husband & wife duo based in Cinque Terre and literally obsessed with the 3 Italian ‘P’s: Pizza, Pasta and Prosecco!
We have a lot in common, you and us.
We are travelers, always looking for enriching and authentic local experiences, to really immerse ourselves in a country’s culture, explore off-the-beaten-path areas, meet new people, and try traditional cuisine. Soak it all in and live la Dolce Vita.
We are explorers and depth seekers. We love to go deeper, so we can see and feel beyond the surface.
THAT’S WHAT WE DO AS PHOTOGRAPHERS, TOO.
Wheter you’re popping the question or just popping a bottle with your family, we’re here to help you preserve your precious moments.
We believe that getting memorable photos shouldn’t be stressful or boring.
It should be fun and easy. You should have a great time while also exploring new places and soaking it all in.
We have been on the other side of the lens many times, so we know how awkward it may feels and how important feeling really “seen” and supported during the whole process is.
That’s why our photo sessions are completely different from traditional photoshoots and we offer unique and custom experiences to capture moments that are authentically YOU while living la Dolce Vita and embracing the Italian lifestyle.
IT WAS THE HIGHLIGHT OF OUR TRIP.
JILL & ROB
Live LA DOLCE VITA like a local
We will not ask you to pose and run from one iconic spot to another one to take cookie-cutter photos. We will go deeper.
And you will also have the opportunity to slow down and savor the moment, while enjoying your time together and discovering some hidden gems of Italy.
YOU at the CENTER
When you hire us you’ll get a custom-centered approach with online consultations and a tailored service because
EACH OF YOU IS DIFFERENT AND YOUR EXPERIENCE SHOULD BE, TOO.
So we will personally guide you through each step, from the first consultation until you’ll have your most loved portraits hanging on your walls or beautifully displayed on your coffee table, in a custom-designed album.
Meet the TEAM
SARA
Wanderlust and my desire to connect with people inspired me to become a translator and interpreter and, after a few years, it led me to Photography to learn a different and universal language (and also introduced me to Alessandro at my first Photography class).
My journey took an unexpected turn with a life-altering injury, confining me to bed for nearly 30 months. Amidst the pain and stillness, I found solace in old photos, reliving cherished memories with the people I loved the most.
This challenging time taught me the power of mindful observation and also gave my life a new purpose: to capture and preserve life’s fleeting, joyful moments.
Now, as a professional photographer, I’m committed to helping others hold onto their precious memories, one image at a time.
ALESSANDRO
I combine a background in Live Music & Theater Photography (featured by Phocus Agency, Jazzit Magazine, Italia Wave Festival, amongst others, and displayed in various exhibitions) with Documentary Photography to forge my distinctive style.
My background has shaped my ability to be unobtrusive in the most intimate and real moments.
I have learned to respect the moment without interfering, pay attention to details, and patiently wait for the “right moment”.
These skills now help me shoot couples and families with a candid approach and profound sensitivity.
While some photographers take on the role of directors, I consider myself more of a moments’ collector.
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Some of the amazing humans we met
Behind our name
MERAKI
A magical and untranslatable word that in Greek literally means “essence of ourselves”, doing something with your soul, passion, creativity, dedication and love.
Meraki is used when you put something of yourself into whatever you’re doing, whether you’re baking a cake, choosing decorations or crafting something . That extra touch that makes things really special and yours.
GET IN TOUCH
We’re here to serve you, so let us know how we can make your photo experience even more epic!
To ensure you get our full devotion and commitment, we can only serve a limited number of clients per year as our experiences are uniquely tailored for you from beginning to end, and don’t believe in a “one-size-fits-all” approach.
Fill out the form below, then sit back, relax, and pour yourself a glass of Italian wine.
We’ll be in touch as soon as possible, usually within 24 hours!
+393397565225