No packages to compare, no counting shots: an on-land photoshoot with a vetted local photographer costs €350 per hour, unlimited photos included — every good shot is edited and delivered. We work in villas and gardens with free entry (Villa Olmo's park, the Teresio Olivelli public park in Tremezzo, the lakefronts of Cernobbio and Varenna, Como's old town), so you don't pay entrance tickets on top of the shoot. Couples, proposals, families, solo travelers: tell us the occasion on WhatsApp, we match the photographer, and you pay on the day.
One flat rate — €350 per hour
| Duration | Price | What you get |
|---|---|---|
| 1 hour | €350 | One location, unlimited photos — all edited |
| 2 hours | €700 | Two locations, unlimited photos — all edited |
| Extra time | €350/hour | Add as many hours as you like, same rate |
Flat rate, no hidden extras: the locations we use are free-entry, so no villa tickets. Your exact quote is confirmed on WhatsApp before booking — no surprises.
What's included
- One hour or more with a professional local photographer
- Unlimited photos, all edited in high resolution — no selection limits
- Locations in free-entry villas, gardens and villages: no entrance tickets to pay
- Route planning: quiet corners, the right light, the right timing
- Online gallery for download and sharing
Not included: prints (orderable from the gallery) and, only if you specifically want them, paid-entry villas such as Villa del Balbianello — we tell you the ticket cost upfront.
How it works
- Tell us your dates, base town and occasion on WhatsApp.
- We match you with a vetted local photographer and agree the route, style and timing upfront.
- Meet on location — early morning or golden hour for the best light.
- Unlimited photos: everything worth keeping is edited and delivered in a private online gallery.
- You pay the photographer directly, on the day or on delivery, as agreed.
Who it's for (and who it isn't)
Made for couples, proposals, honeymoons, engagements, anniversaries and families who want proper portraits with the lake behind them — without watching the clock or counting photos.
If you want the boat as well, look at our classic photoshoot instead; this one is all on land. Camera-shy and just want holiday snaps? Honestly, the phone in your pocket is fine for that.
Honest tips
- Book the earliest slot you can tolerate. Varenna and Bellagio are empty at 7am and packed by 10am.
- Golden hour is the classic choice, but overcast days photograph beautifully here — don't cancel for clouds.
- Wear solid colors; logos and busy patterns fight with the background.
- May, June and September give warm light without peak crowds.
- Unlimited photos means the photographer keeps shooting — relax and enjoy it.
Frequently asked questions
How much does an on-land photoshoot cost?
€350 per hour, flat. Unlimited photos included — everything worth keeping is edited and delivered. No packages, no per-photo fees, and no entrance tickets: we shoot in free-entry villas and gardens.
What does 'free-entry villas' mean?
Locations like Villa Olmo's park in Como, the Teresio Olivelli public park in Tremezzo, the lakefronts of Cernobbio and Varenna or the old town alleys can be used without buying an entrance ticket. Iconic paid villas (Villa del Balbianello, Villa Melzi) are possible too — you just pay their entry ticket, and we tell you the cost upfront.
Are the photos really unlimited?
Yes. There is no fixed number of shots: the photographer shoots freely during your booked time and you receive all the good photos, edited, in a private online gallery.
When do we receive the photos?
Standard delivery is a private online gallery within 5-10 days. A small preview set usually arrives within 48 hours — enough for the announcement post. Rush delivery can be arranged directly with the photographer.
What happens if it rains?
Light rain makes moody, genuinely good photos here — Como in the mist is not a consolation prize. For heavy rain, photographers offer rescheduling within your stay whenever possible. Since you pay on the day, a cancelled session costs you nothing.
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