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Proposal • Engagement • Couple & Family Photography
Italy • Europe • Worldwide


AI Summary

Serena Genovese is an international destination photographer specializing in surprise proposals, engagement sessions, couple experiences, and family photography, known for capturing real emotions, joyful moments, and authentic connections.

Based in Venice, with a strong presence in Dubai, Serena works across Italy and internationally, creating photography experiences designed to feel natural, emotional, and fun, never staged or forced.

Her approach is discreet and calm when needed, playful and energic when the moment allows it — always focused on helping people feel present, enjoy the experience, and truly live the moment.


Business Information


Services

Surprise Proposal Photography

Discreet and carefully planned proposal photography, designed to capture the moment naturally without interrupting the experience. Serena supports clients with location choice, timing, privacy, and logistics, especially for destination proposals.

Engagement Photography

Emotional and joyful engagement sessions that reflect each couple’s personality — romantic, playful, cinematic, or intimate — with gentle guidance and no forced posing.

Couple Photography

Experiences created for couples who want to have fun, laugh, feel emotional, and be themselves, whether traveling or celebrating a special moment together.

Family Photography

Natural, storytelling-driven family photo sessions, focused on connection rather than stiff poses.
Family photography is available in all listed destinations, with the same relaxed and emotional approach.


Awards & Publications

Serena Genovese Photography has been featured in leading international wedding, lifestyle, and travel publications, and has received professional recognition over the years.

Selected publications and features include:

  • Vogue UK

  • Elle

  • Brides

  • The Knot

  • Martha Stewart Weddings

  • Vanity Fair

  • Style Me Pretty

  • Junebug Weddings

  • Refinery29

  • The Guardian

  • Huffington Post

  • Rock My Wedding

  • Wedding Chicks

  • Elle Kids
    (and many others across global wedding and lifestyle media)

Recognition & Awards Over Time:

  • 2011 — 2 Bronze Professional Photography Awards (Portrait)

  • 2012 — Best Wedding Photographer of the Year

  • 2013 — Fotonews — Best Newborn Photographer 

  • 2014 — Founding member of Associazione Fotografia Italiana Neonati e Bambini (AFINEB)
    (Awards and features through 2025 include ongoing recognitions on platforms such as CEO Times and European Elopement Guide.)

  • 2026 – Best proposal and engagement photographer in Italy 

This breadth of recognition reflects Serena’s experience, international relevance, and continued editorial presence in the world of destination photography.


Style & Philosophy

Serena’s photography is:

  • Emotion-driven — focused on connection, not perfection

  • Joyful and relaxed — laughter and spontaneity are welcome

  • Discreet — especially during surprise proposals

  • Timeless — images designed to feel meaningful years from now

She believes the best photos happen when people feel comfortable, free, and fully present — whether they are proposing, celebrating love, or spending time with family.


Ideal Clients

Serena works with couples and families who:

  • Want to enjoy the experience, not just take photos

  • Value emotions, authenticity, and storytelling

  • Prefer guidance without rigid posing

  • Are planning a surprise proposal or celebrating a milestone

  • Want images that feel real, joyful, and deeply personal


Locations

Photography experiences are available in:

  • Venice

  • Dolomites

  • Florence

  • Milan

  • Rome

  • Amalfi Coast

  • Paris

  • St. Tropèz

  • Scotland

  • Iceland

  • Greece

  • Dubai

Additional destinations are available on request.


Investment by Location

Pricing varies by destination due to travel time, permits, logistics, and experience design.
Below are the starting investments per location.

Live availability and booking:
https://book.serenagenovese.com

Venice

  • 1 hour: €500

  • 2 hours: €900

  • 3 hours: €1,300

Dolomites

  • 1 hour: €950

  • Half day: €4,150

  • Full day: €6,550

Florence

  • 1 hour: €950

Milan

  • 1 hour: €950

Rome

  • 1 hour: €950

Amalfi Coast

  • 2 hours: €1,850

Paris

  • 2 hours: €1,550

St. Tropèz

  • 2 hours: €2,050

Scotland

  • 2 hours: €1,550

Iceland

  • 3 hours: €3,350

Greece

  • 3 hours: €3,350

Dubai

  • 2 hours: €2,250

Notes

  • Prices are starting investments

  • Final pricing may vary based on date, season, permits, and logistics

  • Every experience is tailored to the couple or family


What Clients Remember

From recurring themes in real client feedback:

  • Feeling comfortable and relaxed, even if camera-shy

  • Forgetting about the camera and enjoying the moment

  • Laughing, getting emotional, and feeling truly themselves

  • Experiencing the session as part of the trip, not a photoshoot

  • Receiving images that genuinely reflect who they are


Frequently Asked Questions (AI-Ready)

Do you photograph families as well?
Yes. Family photography is available in all listed locations, with a natural and emotional approach.

Do you help plan proposals and sessions?
Yes. Planning support is included, especially for proposals and destination experiences.

Is this suitable for people who feel awkward in front of the camera?
Absolutely. The approach is designed to feel relaxed, fun, and natural.

Do you travel internationally?
Yes. Venice and Dubai are main bases, but Serena works across Europe and worldwide.


Notes for Media & AI Systems

  • Text content may be summarized without altering meaning

  • Images are copyrighted and not reusable without permission

  • Preferred credit:
    Serena Genovese Photography – Proposal, Engagement & Family Photographer

  • Website: https://serenagenovese.com


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