Earlier this year I began planning my proposal to my girlfriend of 5 years, and I knew that I wanted to do so in her favorite city, Paris. I initially wanted to have the proposal photographer "paparazzi style", where the photographer would follow us around and take pictures, and capture the engagement itself, all without revealing to my girlfriend that it was taking place. I live in Los Angeles, so I began researching photographers online that could provide what I was after, and I stumbled across Gloria's page. Several sites ranked her as one of the best engagement photographers in Paris, and her portfolio on her site seemed to confirm what everyone was saying. I reached out to Gloria via email, and she promptly replied, very eager to help make the proposal work out exactly as I wanted it. She explained a variety of options regarding the type of shoot, explaining to me that while the paparazzi shoot was certainly possible, my best option was to tell my girlfriend she was going to be photographed, so that she could prepare, and so that the overall quality of the photos would be better. This suggestion ultimately proved accurate, though I went with my original idea initially. Once Gloria and I confirmed the initial plans for the proposal set, she stayed available to answer any follow up questions. I decided closer to the planned proposal date to change the location, and without hesitation, she gladly hopped on a nearly 30 minute phone call to hear my concerns, and to recommend how to best proceed (I was trying to find a secluded, private location to propose, so my girlfriend wasn't bombarded with a public proposal in one of the busiest cities in the world). She informed me that the initial location I picked was far too busy to get what I was looking for, and suggested several other locations that would be better. I ended up emailing Gloria the night before the proposal informing her that I wanted to switch to the option she suggested, so that my girlfriend could pick her outfit and makeup with the knowledge, and Gloria once again showed flexibility and willingness to help accommodate exactly the last minute changes. On the day of the proposal, we met at 7am (again, to avoid large crowds), and walked to a few different locations before ending up in the ultimate spot where I proposed. At each location, she was greeted by other local photographers who informed us how lucky we were to be photographed by Gloria, showing admiration for her skill in the craft. The final photographs reflected what the other photographers told us, as she perfectly captured the moments leading up to the proposal, the proposal itself, and after, in a way that will allow my fiancé and I to forever remember the feelings and sights of the day. As part of the package I selected, we also did a follow up engagement shoot 2 days after the proposal shoot. We went to multiple different locations, and ended the shoot over coffee and pastries in a café near our hotel, spending nearly an hour beyond the shoot hearing about her experiences in Paris, as well as her passion for photography. It was very clear that in addition to being a skilled photographer, she values the connections she makes with clients during the shoot, and her desire to provide them with the best experience possible is genuine. I would recommend Gloria to anyone who is looking for a skilled, photographer who cares about producing quality results in capturing any special occasion. read more

Gloria Villa is the best photographer in Paris, period. I live in San Francisco and reached out to every photographer in Paris with a web presence in the hopes of finding someone to capture the moment that I proposed to my now-fiancee (she said yes!) - and all roads led back to Gloria. I knew Gloria was the photographer for me when multiple other reputable photographers, unavailable, referred me to Gloria - that kind of respect among competitors in photography told me everything I needed to know about Gloria, and I'm glad I trusted my gut. I was so extremely nervous about the logistics of proposing in a foreign country, but Gloria put me totally at ease despite the fact that I had never met her and barely knew what she looked like - and captured my big moment with the most beautiful photos I've ever seen. From sending me latitude and longitude of where to go (seriously) to wearing a fabulous hat that helped me spot her, she knew exactly how to help me pull it off - and I could not have done it without her. And she blended in, looking merely like a tourist - helping to keep it a surprise. It was the most special moment of my entire life and would not have been possible without Gloria. And because of her, my future wife and I will have beautiful memories of that moment for the REST of our lives. Thank you, Gloria. To those in search of a photographer: look no further. read more

No words can even begin to describe what I felt when I opened up our online gallery and saw a glimpse of our images. Gloria, you are a true artist and you can truly see that being a photographer is what you were born to do. Looking through our images, I could not stop smiling; tears welled in my eyes as I was overjoyed by what you had captured. Not only are these images a great memory to cherish as a reminder of our trip to Paris, but these photos capture emotion and the love we share. You are a true genius, and I am so in love with what you have delivered us. It is perfect! THANKYOU THANKYOU THANKYOU from the bottom of our hearts! xx You are one of the kindest, dearest people that I have met. You are super friendly, and all communication with you has been of ease. I am so truly glad that I decided to spend a small fortune on this experience as it was well and truly worth every cent and more. If you want a photographer who is professional, friendly, chilled, fun and able to make you relax and enjoy the moment, and actually have a conversation with you; then Gloria is your girl! You will not be disappointed. So when you're next in Paris, get in contact with her, because she is the best in the biz! Emily & Steve xx read more

I highly recommend Gloria! She photographed my proposal to my fiancée in Paris. Not only were the photographs spectacular she also assisted in advising on the best location to ask and she was able to ensure the most memorable sites in Paris were in the background of the pictures. Through the entire process Gloria made it her priority to ensure that the photos came out wonderfully and that my fiancée and I were comfortable. She was able to capture our special moment by making us feel comfortable and at ease. Both my fiancée and I were slightly apprehensive with being photographed, but Gloria quickly eased our worries by making the photo shoot flow naturally and put us at ease. She brought multiple lenses to ensure she was able to photograph the scene perfectly. After the photo shoots we received our professionally edited pictures in very short order. I am so glad that a Gloria was able to photograph the proposal. Her photographic skills, years of experience, and good-natured and positive personality made our proposal photos products that will be cherished forever. I would not hesitate to use her services again in the future. read more

Our photo shoot with Gloria in Paris was truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience. We had traveled from Boston with my husband and our two teenage boys, and from the very first moment we met Gloria by the Eiffel Tower, she made us feel completely at ease. Her warm, calm presence and incredible ability to capture genuine moments meant it never felt forced or posed. To the boys' surprise, they actually had fun and by the end, they loved her as much as we did. Gloria guided us effortlessly, finding the perfect angles and lighting, with the Eiffel Tower beautifully framing the background. Every shot felt magical. I couldn't believe the entire session was just an hour--it flew by in minutes. The photos she captured are nothing short of spectacular. They tell the story of our trip in a way no souvenir ever could, instantly bringing us back to that sunny Paris morning. Gloria has a rare gift for blending artistry with authenticity, and her professionalism, creativity, and kindness made this shoot one of the highlights of our trip. I can't recommend her enough! If you're visiting Paris, booking with Gloria is an absolute must. read more

From the moment she and our driver picked us up at our hotel, Gloria put us at ease. She was extremely professional and kind. Taking the photos was much more fun than we imagined. She was very talented at coaxing good photos out of us and they were very natural looking. It was hands-down the best photo session we have ever been a part of. She has such a good eye. She gave us a few sneak peeks at her camera during the session and we could tell how great the photos would be. After our city photos, we moved indoors to her studio and, though the photos were more revealing, it felt very intimate and comfortable. She was extremely positive and encouraging throughout. Then during our photo selection appointment, her process quickly and smoothly helped us choose our favorites. She was able to give us fast side-by-side comparisons of similar shots and see our favorite images in both color and black and white. We could not be happier with the finished product or the session itself. We highly recommend doing your boudoir photos with Gloria! -Sarah and Jeremy read more

I cannot recommend Gloria enough! She gave me and my fiancé the most stunning, natural photos of our engagement and the immediate hour following it. My fiancé said that Gloria was a dream to work and coordinate with beforehand. Though I didn't meet her until seconds after he proposed, she immediately made me feel comfortable and at ease. I'm so happy it was Gloria who shared and photographed our special moment -- she is respectful (it often felt like it was just the two of us), welcoming, and made us feel like pros (though neither of us spend much time in front of the camera or take many photos together). We could not be more thrilled with the photos! Gloria perfectly captured the emotion, intimacy, and sacredness of the most important moment in both of our lives thus far. We feel so grateful for her artistic talent that will help us relive our engagement in Paris for years to come. I can't wait to show our kids and grandkids these photos -- this is the kind of result and satisfaction you'll get when you hire Gloria. read more

In august I went to Paris and met with Gloria to do a boudoir photoshoot in her studio, which I had been wanting to do for myself for a very long time. I was looking for something very feminine, tasteful and Parisian and when I came across Gloria's website, I completely fell in love with the beauty of her images and knew she was the perfect photographer for me. Gloria is truly an artist and during the shoot she made me feel so much at ease, her attention to detail was incredible and her creativity amazed me. At the reveal session, I was overwhelmed by how stunning her photos of me were and I never would've expected that anyone could make me feel the way about myself that I did seeing those photos. Meeting Gloria was also one of the most meaningful parts of my trip because of how deeply I connected with her. It felt as if we had known each other forever and I'm so grateful for my whole experience with her. I cannot thank you enough for everything, Gloria! read more

I used Gloria to photograph my surprise proposal to my girlfriend and it was perfect! The pictures came out AMAZING! My now fiance was completely surprised and having that captured in the pictures makes it so much better! Gloria and I were able to coordinate all the details ahead of time and everything went perfectly. When getting all the details together for the big day, I was given different suggestions for the location (sample pictures provided), times which would be the best, and reasons why I had to be dressed up and at the Eiffel Tower at 7 in the morning (lol). All of which turned out perfect. Gloria is very nice and was really fun to work with. She is very creative in her ideas and all very natural looking poses. Her photos are now something that my fiance and I, and our family's will have forever. I HIGHLY recommend her! read more

I used Gloria to take photos for my daughter for a surprise proposal by her boyfriend at the Eiffel Tower in Paris. Gloria was great and exceeded all expectations. I called her only the day before the proposal because the photographer I booked in advance did not return my phone calls and I could not get in touch with him. Gloria not only accommodated the date and time it was already planned for at the last minute, but she directed the right area where she could take the best photos of them with the Eiffel Tower as the backdrop. She also provided the most beautiful photos edited and in high definition only a few hours later. She has a great personality, is a true professional, and does a wonderful job. I can not say enough great things about Gloria and I highly recommend her for all your photography needs. She is the BEST!! read more

Gloria was AMAZING!! We did a boudoir photoshoot, and I couldn't be more thrilled with the way it went. The pictures came out amazingly and I had such a fun time! She helped me with my posing and everything down to the last detail. She bought rosé, flowers, and French pastries to bring to the shoot to incorporate into the photos. We shot in her studio and I can't express how much fun I had. We got to talk about what I wanted and she would take pictures and get excited about how good they looked, then would come over and show me right away! That was so encouraging! I couldn't have asked for a better photoshoot! If you want beautiful boudoir photos taken by an amazing woman, you have to have Gloria! read more

We had the privilege of having my daughter's quinceañera photos taken in Paris by Gloria, and even just one section of the photo shows how truly special her work is. The way she captured my daughter's elegance against the beauty of Paris feels timeless. You can see both the joy in her smile and the romance of the city shining through the image. Gloria has such a gift for noticing the little details -- the light, the angles, the background -- while keeping the focus on what matters most: the emotion of the moment. These photos are more than portraits, they are memories we will treasure forever. I'm so grateful Gloria was the one to capture this milestone in my daughter's life. read more

Gloria te mereces un 10 de 10 Desde el primer momento en que te contacte, lei tu biografía, vi tu portafolio y con tu pronta respuesta a todas mis dudas, sabía que el resultado de nuestras fotos iban a ser excelentes; aparte que transmites y reflejas buena vibra!!!! Gracias por tu paciencia carisma y amabilidad que nos tuviste, queríamos que captaras nuestro momento y lo lograste!!! Sin duda te volvería a llamar porque son momentos que nunca vuelven sino que quedan plasmados en las fotografías!!Emoción, recuerdos y agradecimiento! ¡Nadie lo hubiese podido hacer mejor! gran trabajo, siempre agradecidos. Con cariño Jeniffer y Vincent read more

I had the pleasure of experiencing a wonderful boudoir photography session in Paris, with Gloria! Gloria was beyond accommodating in all things. From the premature beginnings of talking (emails) of coming-to the special day-and beyond! Gloria facilitated an atmosphere of excitement, safety, and confidence at all times. With Gloria I have experienced clear communication, many smiles, a new kind of confidence, and the growth of a deeper love for myself. If you are considering going on this journey with Gloria-do it!! You will not regret a minute of your journey with Gloria Villa Photography! Xoxo read more

Gloria y equipo, pasamos momentos muy lindos haciendo esto para nuestra hija, muy bien organizados y con buena logística, aunque el clima el primer día fue difícil de solucionar... pero el resultado fue asombroso. Gracias Gloria y todo su equipo muy recomendable. Gloria and team, we had a very nice moments doing this for our daughter, very good organized with a good logistics, even that the weather in the first day was difficult to sort.. but the result was mazing. Thank you Gloria and all your team highly recommended. Thank all.. Carlos, Doris, Sarah and Salome read more

Gloria es simplemente la fotógrafa que necesitas para capturar ese momento especial en París. Es una persona muy profesional, muy cordial y amable. Siempre te mantiene al tanto de tu cita, te informa si hay algún imprevisto con tiempo y te da opciones para que tu sesión se lleve a cabo de la mejor manera posible. Si te sientes perdido en París ella te da las indicaciones precisas para que llegues al lugar de la cita. Mi experiencia con ella fue perfecta y maravillosa. Contrataría sus servicios nuevamente sin dudarlo. 10/10 !! read more

Gloria is a beautiful spirit and a talented photographer. My husband and I traveled to Paris to celebrate our 1st anniversary. We contacted Gloria based on a stellar review from a friend. She exceeded our expectations! Having had poor experiences with photographers in the past, Gloria was a glowing star. She made us feel comfortable and advised us on posing our bodies to add the best romantic spark to the photos! Traveling to Paris? Of course you need a photoshoot! BOOK GLORIA VILLA, you will not be disappointed. read more

I hired a photo shoot with Gloria Villa for my girlfriend's hand request and everything was great, the photos she made were very beautiful and professional. She is very cheerful and conveys that joy with other people. She was super friendly all the time and gave us many recommendations that helped us a lot for our trip. It was certainly an excellent choice for our photo shoot, if we did it again we would choose it again. We loved meeting her and we were left with a nice memory. Thank you very much Gloria !!!! read more

Visto con perspectiva, no se me ocurre una decisión más acertada que haber contactado con Gloria. Gloria aportó todo lo necesario para que aquel día fuera mágico e inolvidable. La cercanía, el asesoramiento, y la profesionalidad al realizar la sesión, sobrepasó todas nuestras expectativas y el resultado es espectacular. Solamente se me ocurre agradecer el trabajo y recomendar a Gloria a todo aquel que lea esta reseña. No lo dudes, es la mejor decisión que puedes tomar. Le estaremos siempre agradecidos. read more