I do not even know where to begin . . . My girlfriend and I had been together for nearly 8 years when an opportunity arose to plan a surprise proposal for her in Paris. A study abroad trip led me to England and the planning began. I had long since decided to propose, but was at a loss as to how or when; now I had the perfect timing and location at my disposal. I began searching for a photographer to help capture my surprise proposal in Paris. I found Fran from The Paris Photographer and Kiss me in Paris and he fit my needs perfectly! We worked together for nearly a year on scheduling, locations, time, story, etc. etc. Fran's input was invaluable and helped me visualize everything I wanted even though I was half a world away. He took time to get to know my girlfriend and I through stories I'd share and examples of images I'd give him that appealed to us. I knew I couldn't make the photo shoot a surprise, so I did have to tell her about that. I was able to hide it as a "couples shoot" since we do not have many pictures of us together. Since it would be our first time abroad together, it was the perfect disguise for the surprise I had planned. Once I got her on board with the photo shoot, I had to do a lot of "veering" to get her thrown off the trail of a possible proposal. We went ring shopping and she chose a ring that was very expensive, so she thought I'd have to save for it. I'm in law school, so I told her I'd have to wait to propose until after I graduated and took the Bar exam. Every time something came up that made her suspicious, I was able to divert her. All the while, Fran and I were talking regularly about ideas and different plans. When we arrived in Paris, I was excited and somewhat nervous. I had her ring with me in my backpack and never knew if she'd go looking through it to find a charger or something else and find the ring. Our first night in Paris we went to the Eiffel Tower and I wanted to propose then and there with the sparkling lights flashing and the Champs de Mars quiet, but I refrained: I'd come too far and planned to much with Fran to ruin it now. We were in Paris for a full three days before our photo shoot, so you can imagine the stress I was under. Finally the day had come!! We got dressed and while she was putting her makeup on, I was able to transfer to the ring to my suit jacket pocket without her noticing. As we walked to Trocadero for our shoot to begin, I was afraid she'd notice the bulge in my jacket and ask about it, but she never did. We hiked up the steps and across the street to a little café where we met Fran for the first time. It was early in the morning, before the sun was up (though it was lit fairly well), and he was bursting with energy and enthusiasm. We headed back over to the steps of Trocadero to begin. Everything was a whirlwind that day. We booked four hours because I knew it was going to actually be an engagement shoot, but the time flew by! From Trocadero, to the Seine, to a café, to a walking bridge, to the Louvre outer gardens, to within the Louvre itself, we were able to capture beautiful images of the two of us from a day neither of us will ever forget. From some shots before the proposal, to catching the very moment she realized what was happening (as I clumsily knelt to "tie" my already tied shoe), to intimate moments, and moments of silly fun, Fran got it all. As two shy introverts, Fran was perfect! He was energetic and fun! He never let the conversation lack, gave great pointers on posing, showed us the images that came out amazing before moving on, and he'd work through the location and the surroundings as he went like a true professional. We were so impressed with him personally and his images that there has been talk of flying him to the United States for our wedding whenever we decide on a date. If you are ever in Paris, or just need an amazing photographer wherever you are in the world, I strongly suggest you turn to Fran to capture your memories. read more

Fran is the BEST photographer that we have ever worked with! Period. Over the last year, we were fortunate to have our photos taken by several amazing photographers around the world (ie: our engagement in Barcelona, pre-wedding shoot in Carmel - CA, pre-wedding shoot in Paris - with Fran, our actual wedding day shoot, and the honeymoon shoot in Provence). Although we were happy with all of them, we were absolutely most blown away by the photos that Fran took. One can always tell the true talent of a photographer if you receive the raw images and they're already stunning before any Photoshop effects is applied. To have an amazing edited photos, the raw image should already be great. That really speaks volume to his ability to capture the perfect light, the perfect angle that compliments your face shape, your body shape, the surrounding areas, etc... He is very responsive to his email from the beginning. Every time we spoke, he made us feel very special and that he's very invested in helping us create our beautiful lasting memories of Paris. When we met him in person, he was very professional. I can tell right away he's a hard working person with very strong work ethic and passion for photography. Most important of all, he truly cares about making his customers happy and satisfied. He went above and beyond our expectation on so many levels. He directed us on how to pose, made us loosen up and be more comfortable. He has no problem getting people out of the way (in the most polite and sweet way of course) to get us the best photo spots. He's a perfectionist when it comes to his work (that works for me as I am also a perfectionist myself lol). He has the advantage of being a Paris local and practice to perfect his shoots and angles every single day. He knows all the good places to take pictures and you're guaranteed with amazing photos. He was also so dedicated that he actually stayed way passed our agreed upon hours to get us the more photos that he thinks we will like. He has great observation for good photo opportunities, while moving from location to location, he would all of a sudden say " wow, do you see that light?" or "look at the way the sky open up" and proceed to take another beautiful photo. Fran was an absolute dream to work with! Best decision we made during our time in Paris - and money absolutely well-spent. One added bonus about Fran is - unlike other photographers who tend to just pick the images they think you'll like, he has no problem uploading all of the raw images from the shoot to an online album and let you be the ONE to choose what photos you want him to do more edit. Our friends and family can't stop telling us how beautiful the first few sample pictures look like. We can't wait to see the rest of our final pix! Thank YOU Fran for all the work you've done for us. We love you! :) We wish Fran the best of luck and we truly believe his work ethic, determination and personality will carry him very far. Don't hesitate to book him as he's getting more popular every year. He is, after all, well on his way to fulfill his goal of being "THE MOST WANTED PHOTOGRAPHER IN PARIS" !!! read more

The experience of shooting in Paris was great, and its only better when we have one of the best photographer in Paris to help us capture all those beautiful moment. There's nothing like having Fran, who knows all the beautiful angle to get the best out of Paris' landscape. Fran is quick in replying emails and provides detailed information on everything we need to know about the shoot. Working with Fran during the shooting was simply awesome. He's fun, helpful and easy to work with. My photo shoot was planned on the event of a surprise marriage proposal, and there he was - doing the paparazzi shots for me. The photos turn out great but if there's one thing I could do differently for the photo shoot, I will probably choose a different time. Due to the element of surprise, I need to have mine in the evening. I thought I could get the beautiful sunset lighting but unfortunately the sky was gloomy and it drizzled a little. I'd advise couples out there to go for the shoot during sunrise! As told by Fran, he gets better lighting during sunrise, and also there're less crowd during that time. Overall, I'm really satisfied with the service and the quality of the photo. Q&A: Q: How did you find us, and please be specific about your process of how you identified us among the other photographers in Paris. I just googled "Paris Photographer" and they are top of the list! I think mainly because of their unique name - The Paris Photographer. Q: Briefly describe how you met, and how he asked ? I dropped him an email and the story goes on. Q: Why did you wanted to do a Paris photo session / wedding ? We have always loved the Paris landscape, the architecture, the unique building. It is always a dream to include them into our pre-wedding photo shoot. Q: Please explain in detail how you prepared leading up to the photo session ... even before you arrived in Paris. We contacted through emails and text messages. He is patient enough to explain every single detail with me and brief me nicely to the designated location. Q: What surprised you most about your experience with us? The ways he asking us to pose to show how professional he is. Q: What was the most fun part of your photo adventure? Tell us why. To interact with Fran! Trust me, he is just too good to get around with. Q: Which was the most challenging aspect of your shoot? And is there anything you could have done leading up to the shoot in hindsight to more easily overcome the challenge? Is there something we could have helped you with that we may have overlooked? To keep smiling and posting. Q: How was it working with Fran ? Be specific please. He is fun, helpful and easy to work with. He has a very good sense of humour and recommended some cafés to visit in Paris. Q: If your best friend wanted to do a similar shoot, and you could only offer 2 pieces of advice, what would you say? 1. Choose the sunrise! You get beautiful natural lighting and less crowd. 2. Dress nicely! Especially colourful outfit which will turn your photos into stunning works of art. read more

The best romantic photographer in Paris! Our experience with Fran was exceptional and we would recommend him to anyone looking for a romantic photography session in Paris. Fran is truly passionate about his art and he is especially gifted at capturing couples in love in creative, meaningful photographs. He is perfect in his preparation, always positive and tirelessly devoted to capturing breathtakingly romantic photographs. We absolutely loved working with him. I contacted Fran several months before my trip to Paris to see if he could photograph my surprise marriage proposal to my girlfriend. Fran worked with me across timezones to coordinate the session before our arrival. We exchanged frequent emails and he was available by phone and Skype to answer questions as well. After reviewing his portfolio and seeing the stunning way that he captures couples at the Trocadéro (overlooking the Eiffel Tower), I knew that was where I wanted to be for the special moment. Fran encouraged me to highlight some pictures from his portfolio and elsewhere that really spoke to me so that he could have a better sense of my hopes for the session. He also helped me shape the details of my proposal plan by suggesting times of day for best lighting and sending detailed aerial photographs of the location with optimal positioning suggestions. We coordinated where he would be hiding and even arranged a discrete, secret hand signal for when I was about to go down on one knee! Fran brilliantly captured our special moment. I introduced him to my new fiancé shortly after she said "yes," and then the session continued as Fran took more photographs of us celebrating the engagement. He was charming, funny, full of positive energy and constantly encouraging, which really helped ease our first photo session nerves. He helped us to relax and feel comfortable in front of the camera -and the resulting photographs were beyond anything we hoped for! My new fiancé and I feel so lucky to have such amazing momentos from our vacation and engagement. Continuing our relationship with Fran after the photo session has been easy and fun. He quickly edited a couple photographs for us to send to family and friends to announce our engagement. They were so impressed with the photographs that five different friends all separately had the same pictures printed and framed for us! Fran also shared the entire album of photographs taken for our review and has communicated closely with us as we work through the selection and editing process. He has been a true professional through every step of the process. My fiancé and I are amazed at his creativity and persistence to get photographs "just right." He is tireless in his attention to detail and has a special knack for capturing couples' love on camera, all while making crowded Parisian landmarks look empty. You won't find a more personable, talented and memorable photographer than Fran. Thanks again, Fran! read more

Her perspective: Fran, thank you for everything! Our photo shoot was so special. We were floating on cloud 9 for several days following!! I literally said that I felt like I was living a fairytale. It was ONE of the most thoughtful things that my fiancé has done and Fran and his team were responsible for the execution!! My fiancé wanted to be sure we had beautiful photos for years to come. Something as special as capturing your engagement isn't something that you would want to put in the hands of just anyone AND I can assure you with Fran, you are definitely in great hands!! In Fran's hands, you are certain to be treated with great care...he is such a nice person who is caring and kind which is most important. He is professional and the customer service is exceptional...he was very responsive, and he put me at ease before we even started the process and throughout the shoot. He has an excellent eye for detail (and for us ladies...making sure your hair is right and your dress is straight is important...thanks Fran), he is extremely creative (he let us have freedom for shots we wanted but he also had a vision that allowed us to have some of the most amazing shots EVER...shots we would never​ have thought of...thanks Fran), and you can tell that photography is his passion because it showed in everything he did...he went the extra mile to make sure our shots were perfect (from the right lighting to capturing the sun or the clouds perfectly to asking people to move to the left... ). When we finished...our shots were perfect and it was as if we were the only people there...no one existed but us!! Fran made us feel like we were the most important people in the world...what a fantastic feeling!! #livingafairytale So, if you are looking for the best photographer to capture your special moment...you can't go wrong with Fran and his team! You are in GREAT hands and you will be completely satisfied!! #greatphotohandswithfran His perspective: There's no greater feeling than hearing the love of your life to speak of living a fairytale! I would like to thank Fran and his assistant with helping to make our photo shoot one of the most unforgettable moments for me and my fiancée! Fran was so engaging and his skills and professionalism are beyond reproach! As a soon-to-be husband, a friend, and a confidant...I want nothing but the best for my wife to be...and I'm so happy I went with my first impression after reviewing Fran's blog and pictures! To all the gentleman out there reading my review, you cannot go wrong with Fran and his team. My decision to go with him was based on his bio, reviews, and portfolio of work! You will be highly pleased with the results and thank me (your virtue friend) for the recommendation! Thanks Fran for bringing to life memorable moments and pictures we will treasure for life! Patsy & Tyrone - April 4, 2018 read more

PHENOMENAL EXPERIENCE !! INCREDIBLE PHOTOS !! Book it ! Enjoy it! Cherish it! This weekend my boyfriend and I had the most truely magical photoshoot with Fran. My boyfriend is in the military and for his birthday I took him to Paris and surprised him with a photoshoot . I wanted beautiful photos that we could remember forever . I cannot even describe how amazing it was . The photos are the best photos I have ever seen not to mind actually having them of us . I cannot believe how every single photo Fran took turned out amazing ! And that's a lot of photos ;) From the very beginning Fran was so lovely and sweet , you can immediately see that this is not a job for Fran , it is a passion, one that he loves and puts his whole heart into . Fran responded to my email immediately ,spoke with me on the phone for as long as I needed . I immediately felt he took a real and genuine interest in our photoshoot experience . He was fun , energetic and had lots of suggestions, I was intrigued and so excited for our photoshoot. After months of anticipation we meet Fran in the early morning for the sunrise shoot . The day was beautiful , we were blessed with the weather and we met Fran with big smiles . He was so warm and lovely , my boyfriend and I felt immediately comfortable and knew it was going to be a great day . Our first stop was the Eiffel Tower, Fran did everything to ensure we had the perfect shot that we wanted ! And wow did he get it !! He got hundreds of beautiful photos ! WOW ! He gave us so many suggestions for poses and made us laugh so much . Ladies I think we all know that we like photos a little more than our men.. ;) but this was not an issue as Fran was so funny and so engaging that we absolutely loved the experience . We had photos taken in the cafe near by and also at the louvre museum . Each photo had so much character and Fran captured our own personalities in every photo , combined with the elegance of Paris . I honestly could not believe how incredible his photos were. I have worked with other photographers but I can 200% honestly say Fran was the best I have ever worked with , his level of professionalism was top notch and his photos were of such high caliber ! All I can say to anyone thinking of booking this photoshoot is ..BOOK IT !!! Fran is the Paris photographer who definately goes the extra mile for each of his clients but in fact we are not clients to him we are friends. Me , my boyfriend and our families will cherish these photographs and I hope one day very soon to work with Fran again . This will be the best money you will ever spend . The experience and the photos are priceless ! Aisling & Austin Xxx read more

My boyfriend proposed to me when we were in Paris for holiday and engaged Fran, The Paris Photographer, for a photoshoot and to capture the proposal. I cannot say enough about how amazing Fran was. Here are some reasons why I felt my boyfriend made the perfect decision engaging Fran instead of other photographers: (1) Strong technical competence Fran is a talented photographer who is able to capture the same location in a multitude of angles and ways to bring out different beautiful images. He is extremely perceptive and creative. Instead of spending all the time at one spot, he is very creative in how he constructs and frames his images. He also explained to us how he framed some of his photos and why this is a good framing, which we found very educational and informative! If you want to capture the beauty of Paris in photographs that bring out the magic, Fran is definitely the go-to photographer. (2) Perfect photoshoot experience Fran shared that everything is an experience. Just like having a holiday is an experience, doing a photoshoot is an experience as well - and he is very skilled at giving you a perfect photoshoot experience. From starting punctually, doing anything he can (such as lying face down on the floor) to get the perfect shot, sharing the history of different monumental sites of the city, etc. -- he was everything we could ask for in a photographer. Perhaps most importantly, both my boyfriend and I are not very good at posing so we were quite worried about not knowing what to do in front of the camera. However, Fran was phenomenal at making us feel at ease, comfortable and gave very specific instructions on what to do for each photo. When we saw how the photos turned out, we were stunned that we managed to strike such poses that resulted in such beautiful photos. (3) Outstanding client management We shared with Fran some of the photos we loved from his Instagram account prior to the shoot. He went through all these photos and ensured we took all of them (and a whole lot more!) during the shoot. The resulting photos definitely didn't disappoint! The weather was also unpredictable on the morning of our photoshoot so he took the extra step to offer to reschedule it to another day that had a better weather forecast. Overall, the photos are truly amazing - if you check out his Instagram photo and love them, you definitely will not be disappointed by what he can do for you. read more

Words cannot describe how lucky we are to have Fran as our photographer. He is truly an expert in his craft, truly the best of the best! My fiancé and I fell in love with his style when we came across his website while searching for a photographer in Paris for our prewedding photoshoot. and words cannot describe how glad we have found The Paris Photographer. We love Fran's photography style - so crisp, clean and elegant, creating timeless wedding photos we can cherish forever. The entire photo session was absolutely amazing and memorable. My fiancé and I were very worried before as we cannot pose well at all, but Fran always gave us clear directions, making it so easy for us, and we cannot believe how amazing the photos turned out! From poor-posing-skills to looking like a model, Fran totally worked his magic with his exceptional talent and experience. He is always looking out for the best positions and angles, and is super quick and efficient, without losing attention to any details. HIs friendliness and sense of humour made the whole experience so enjoyable and really helped us relax! Towards the end of the photo session, I was having so much fun I wish it would not end! The whole process from inquiring about the photoshoot to getting our photos the next day was super smooth. His Studio Managers are super responsive and helpful, and Fran also took the time to respond personally to our inquiries. We used a Pinterest board to share our inspiration photos, and Fran went beyond our booked time frame to made sure everything we wanted was checked off. He also helped us edit 2 photos the next day so we can use them in our 100 days till our wedding post. As soon as we got the link to the low-res versions of our photos the next day, we took a quick look and immediately knew we had to order package with all our unedited photos as there are just too many awesome shots! Now the hard part is to choose our favourite photos for editing! I just flew back to Toronto last night, and the first thing I want to do the next morning is to write this review. I really want to share this experience with everyone and would like to take this chance to say a special thank you to Fran again! Everything was beyond our expectations. My fiancé and I truly believe we could not have found someone better - Fran really is THE Paris Photographer! read more

We've been looking at the Paris photographers for our Paris engagement photoshoot, as I'm sure they are all equally wonderful from reading the reviews, but I ended up picking Pierre for ours, from his bio/pictures seemed like a pretty solid photographer. I'm so glad we were right. He had excellent communication from the beginning, speaks very good english and was ultimately super professional and punctual the day of our photoshoot. He brings such light, happiness and enthusiasm into his photo shoots. All our pictures came out stunning and really all the energy and vision he had transcended into our photos. Now we have to pick from our all these high quality edits and are lost because they are all so well captured. Package and timing: there's a lot of good information on their website- from what to wear, locations, etc. We initially picked the 1.5 hour package but ended up getting 2 hours which would have allowed for 2 outfit change. Pierre suggested to stick to same outfit and just go to different places/locations. I'm really glad we did because we able get so many nice pictures out of our outfits and we were able to change our locations multiple times. My fiancee ended up wearing a tux and myself an evening dress. Pierre also suggested sunrise for our photoshoot. During winters it was 7:40-7:50 but remember it can be earlier in the summer. We had the perfect sunrise and its a lot less crowded then later times. The Trocadero got really busy around 8:30am with other couples and groups coming in to also take photoshoot of their own so def recommend either late or really early. I can also see it get busier even early on the summer months. Assistant: I definitely recommend adding the assistant. We're glad we did because he helped with the bags to transport from one location to another, and he helped pierre with the lightening at times when he needed to stand in one location to block out the sun from the camera. Honestly with Pierre our photo session was so fluid and fun and carefree. We put absolute trust in him and glad we did!! Highly recommend Pierre and the Paris photographers for your next photo session in Paris. *Note: The following pictures are Unedited, but wanted to add them so you see the quality of unedited ones. We are currently waiting on edits for our photo session :) read more

All I can say about the Paris photographer is only but good and positive things.The first time ever I contacted them was February of 2019 via email. I dealt with Fran, Fran automatically responded to me right away with my concerns, prices and availability in less than 1 hour. Then between Fran and Theo I was able to book my session and secure my date for December for a videographer. They were both quick to answer all of my questions right away. Then they assigned me to Vio the videographer. Vio also responded to me promptly. He gave me information of what to expect in my video and for the 10 month period of waiting at a long distance whenever I needed anything I would email Vio and he will get back to me very fast with open ears to help me. As the days approached Vio was there to suggest me anything I needed. He is amazing! Then came November and I was in need of a photographer and then I contacted them again and there came Fran to help again so quickly he found me a photographer from his team. Fran sent me the packages and found out which photographer was available and I booked the date and in less than half a day I had my photographer assigned and within the same day Daniel contacted me. At this point all my worries had dissapeared because Fran and his team took care of me in no time. Daniel was very fast as well and from that point forward we started talking about the details about my pictures. I was happy to know that I had picked the best team. Daniel, was also there every time I had questions and concerns. He is an extraordinary person to work with. Well, neither Daniel or Vio dissapointed me. They were both very professional and organized to work with every step of the way. The day of my ceremony they were both the best team to work with. My session with them was a success. I'm so glad, I chose the Paris photographer team. Vio and Daniel did a wonderful job with my pictures and video. I have no complaints. Yes, don't think about it twice to hire them in my opinion Vio and Daniel because what they deliver is excellent service and professional products. I'm in love with my pictures and video. Thank you all so much for helping me and definitely your work speaks for itself. Thanks again. I appreciate all you both have done. Ceremony 12-29-2019@8.45a.m read more

Fran is nothing short of amazing. After a couple of bad experiences with previous photographers, Fran made up for them and exceeded our expectations. So much more than a photographer. Like a friend, aiming to bring out the best in you in your photos. From the first phone call, he patiently answered our MANY questions. His website is so detailed, thorough, and helpful, as well as his team. He knows how to connect with people, which results in producing better photos because they are more natural-looking. After experiencing two photo sessions with him, there are so many positive adjectives to describe him. He is kind, funny, accommodating, passionate, and energetic, to name a few. He loves what he does and it's so obvious. Something we loved about him aside from the fact that he clearly knows exactly what he is doing, is that he genuinely strives for perfection and seeks to truly capture emotions in the moment. He will go the extra mile to get you the photos that YOU want, whether it means he must lie on the freezing ground or run up flights of stairs. He also is happy and eager to take up challenges for new photos. Something that really impressed us is that he had all of our photo requests and photo samples on his phone the day of our sessions and he went through them with us to make sure that we got what we wanted. He even helped us with our Uber transports around the city. Not to mention the Louvre was closed unexpectedly when we pulled in to take our photos, but Fran's assistant Ioana (who was an absolute sweetheart) worked her magic and got us in. I couldn't believe it and was overjoyed. It was so cold the night of our shoot and she was so helpful and would hand me my coat immediately in between poses. We were amazed that we got all of our unedited photos in less than a day. He deserves to be called The BEST Paris Photographer. Quality photos and quality personality. We also had the pleasure of bumping into Fran and his lovely fiancée in an ice cream shop in Paris a few weeks after our photo shoots and he unpromptedly gave us suggestions for our ice cream! So nice of him! Look no further, ladies and gentlemen. Merci beaucoup, Fran and team!! Thanks for the photos we will cherish forever! Suzy & John read more

We booked a session with The Paris Photographer through the Shangri-La Paris hotel to cover the moment I proposed to my girlfriend (now fiancée). To prepare the session, I communicated only over email and always with the Shangri-La personnel, who then forwarded my messages to The Paris Photographer. I asked the photographer to be in "paparazzi" mode during the proposal. He then would approach us 10 minutes after she said yes, to give us time to process what happened. The proposal was at night, so I also booked a lighting assistant. While hidden in "paparazzi" mode, the photographer actually delivered and took as good pictures as he could take during the proposal. I imagine this would have been quite challenging given how the environment was setup (all of us were in the same an hotel room), but my fiancée suspected nothing and the pictures look quite well. Then the photographer and the lighting assistant approached us to make the more elaborated pictures. Their equipment was simple: it was a case with camera lenses and a flashlight. The photographer then suggested poses we adopted during the entire session, and he used the environment wisely to do so (sitting on handrail, etc.). After looking at the pictures they were definitely the right suggestions! The lighting assistant, on another hand, treated us very kindly and was helping my partner prepare her dress for the pictures with more difficult posses. We were quite nervous at the beginning of the session, which I suppose happens quite often. However, some of the pictures look astonishing. They are definitely professional. One thing you need to be aware of is that, although it may be obvious for some people, in all packages you only receive the pictures that you select to edit, the rest are discarded. So if you want all of them unedited, you need to pay an extra. It may be specified on the webpage but as we booked through the Shangri-La that was not communicated to us in advance. Nevertheless, the end result is amazing, and we do not regret having booked our session with The Paris Photographer at all, even for such an important moment. read more

I recently had the pleasure of hiring Pierre, a talented photographer, to capture my surprise proposal and conduct a photoshoot in Paris in front of the iconic Eiffel Tower. I must say, Pierre's expertise and professionalism truly made the experience unforgettable. From the very beginning, Pierre demonstrated excellent communication skills, promptly responding to my inquiries and ensuring that every detail was taken care of. He understood the significance of this special occasion and worked closely with me to plan and execute the surprise proposal flawlessly. On the day of the proposal, Pierre's presence was discreet yet reassuring. He effortlessly captured the genuine emotions and magical moments of the proposal, resulting in a series of breathtaking images that truly reflected the essence of the occasion. The photos perfectly encapsulated the joy, excitement, and love that filled the air, and I am forever grateful for Pierre's talent in preserving those memories forever. Following the proposal, we proceeded with a photoshoot session, and Pierre's creative vision truly shone through. He expertly guided us, making us feel comfortable and relaxed, while capturing the essence of our love and the beauty of the surroundings. Pierre's attention to detail and ability to find the perfect angles and lighting resulted in a collection of stunning photographs that exceeded all our expectations. I highly recommend Pierre to anyone seeking a talented photographer for their special moments. His ability to capture emotions, his keen eye for detail, and his professionalism make him an exceptional choice. If you are planning a surprise proposal or wish to capture cherished memories in front of the Eiffel Tower, do not hesitate to hire Pierre. I am confident that he will exceed your expectations, just as he did with mine. Thank you, Pierre, for immortalizing our special day in such a remarkable way. Your talent and passion are truly commendable, and we are forever grateful for the incredible photographs we now treasure. read more

Fran is amazing! I would recommend him to anyone and everyone! When my husband I were first searching for photographers, we came across Fran early on but thought that we could find a cheaper option. We continued looking for the few months leading up to our Paris vacation but decided that Fran's photographs were leaps and bounds better than any other photographer, even the more expensive options. We could tell how invested Fran was from the very first emails between us; he even offered to skype with us! Fran suggested we make a Pinterest board for ideas and inspiration photos and also had us share it with him. A few days before the photoshoot Fran emailed us offering the earlier morning slot that is usually reserved for the longer photo sessions due to better lighting, of course, we eagerly accepted. The day of the shoot we arrived 20 minutes early, almost exactly the same time as Fran. Instead of jumping right into the shoot or having us wait around, Fran suggested we sit and have a coffee in one of his favorite coffee shops. We could tell Fran was taking that extra little time to get to know us even better, talking about not only our expectations for the day, but other things as well. During the shoot, Fran made us feel incredibly comfortable! He guided us through every pose and even referred back to poses on our Pinterest board we shared with him previously. He was so detailed and skillful that he even noticed and had me remove the size sticker on the bottom of my shoe! After the session was over, he asked us where we were going so he could give us directions. He also gave us great suggestions and tips on where to go and what to eat in Paris. Seriously, if you are looking into booking a photoshoot in Paris, book it with Fran! We have spent the past few days trying to pick just 20 of the photos to be edited, and it's an incredibly hard feat since even the unedited photos are gorgeous! Thank you so much Fran!!! read more

This is a long overdue review from our trip to Paris last year. First of all, I'd like to say without a doubt, the BEST investment I made on our secret trip to Paris was booking Ioana for a surprise photoshoot with my husband. I knew right away after I discovered The Paris Photographer on Girl Loves Travel Facebook group, that they would be the perfect agency to capture this very special occasion, "Just Because". Trust me, I've already done a lot of research and you can stop now too. lol. At our first meeting with Ioana, my husband and I had immediate chemistry with our photographer and we realized we made the right decision. Not only was she super nice, she was focused, professional and attentive behind the lens and so much fun during all the bits in between. Ioana wasted no time to lead us off to capture some of the most iconic images you could have imagined. I couldn't have been more thrilled looking at the raw photos before any editing. OMG. They looked AMAZING! It was breathtaking, period! Even though we were on a financial stretch and wanted to book with a less expensive agency, I guarantee you that you will not regret a dime that you invest in your photo package with The Paris Photographer because they will capture every moment you'd imagine you would want in the amount of allotted time you chose and it saves you the disappointment of having a friend/family member/mediocre photographer (which I almost booked as a photo tour) giving you "free images" of potentially subpar quality. You will not regret this once in a lifetime opportunity decision. It was so worth it. Thank you Ioana and The Paris Photographer team for all you do. You guys are truly rock stars! My husband and I were so happy with the photographs and everyone who sees them raves about them. We already have many friends and family bookmarked you guys for their future trip! Merci beaucoup!!! Thuy & Robert read more