Italy Elopement Guides
The Ultimate Italy Elopement Guide
November 27, 2024
YAy! YOU'RE ELOPING in italy!!! I'M SO EXCITED FOR YOU! It's simply the best.
Let's take another second to take it all in - You. Are. Getting. Married. In. ITALY!!!
You are definitely my kind of people. The traditional hassle of a big wedding with a bunch of guests and family trying to control your day just isn't your thing. You value intimate, stress-free, once-in-a-lifetime experiences - right? Love that about you both!!
And what better place than Italy to commit to each other?!
Whether you want to explore the city of Rome, adventure in the Dolomite mountains, plan some epic activities drinking wine in Tuscany, sail on the Amalfi Coast at sunset, or do a mixture of things - I'm committed to providing you with the most stunning images of yourselves you've ever seen along with an unforgettable day.
I'm sure you've now realized there are so many more possibilities
than the typical local courthouse wedding; you may be feeling a bit more stressed than expected. No worries because that's where I come in!
I'm more than just your elopement photographer. Let me help you plan this day to be exactly what you dream! Having spent 3 months living in Italy, I have extensive knowledge of so many amazing places in Rome, Florence, Venice, Amalfi, and more. Whether you want to hike the Dolomite mountains, say "I do" on a boat off the coast of Amalfi, or experience agriturismo in wine country Tuscany -
I'll be there for you.
HEY, I'M GINA!! (and yes my last name is italian - mangia means "to eat")
I'M YOUR ROMCOM LOVIN', ELOPEMENT PLANNER, Italy EXPERT ADVENTURE Buddy
I'm a sucker for a good love story - from Landon & Jamie in A Walk To Remember, to Monica & Chandler from Friends, to Jim & Pam from The Office - it never fails to make me cry and inspire me. I want to capture your romance in its unique and intimate form. That's why I will love helping you plan your day so you two can focus on each other while I worry about the timeline and logistics. I'm here to help make your day look exactly how you envision it - as crazy or tame as you want! And having traveled to Italy quite a bit within the last couple years I have learned so much about the country - from where to find the best gelato to how to understand the transportation system to information on what to expect in Italian culture and so much more.
KIND WORDS FROM MY Amazing COUPLES
Katy & Alix
My wife and I booked Gina's talents for our elopement ceremony in San Francisco and were beyond pleased with the whole experience. Gina was very professional throughout the booking process, taking time to get to know us over the phone, explaining the process, and helping us pick the perfect location for our elopement. We couldn't have asked for a better photographer to accompany us on our special day — thanks, Gina!!!
Arizo & Jerome
We had Gina capture our wedding day and it was the most memorable and beautiful day because of Gina! She captured all of our happiness and more...! I can’t thank her enough! ... I probably look back at all of our pictures every day just scrolling through and it just brings me such joy! Gina was professional, fun, happy, and she even knew how nervous I was with taking pictures but made me feel so comfortable! My husband and I have finally found a photographer who is incredible and we will definitely have Gina be a part of our future special days so she can capture that for us!
Haoyue + Bixia
Gina is absolutely an amazing photographer, she provided us with a quality service and a reasonable price. We are so glad to have Gina shoot our elopement, she was instructing us doing poses all the time and captured our most precious moments. The photos were delivered to us quicker than expected with quality and we love them so much! Highly recommend her!
Sarah + Isaac
Having Gina as our elopement photographer was the best decision we could have made! We felt so comfortable around her and had so much fun during our photo sessions. You can see her attention to detail in everything, from the locations to poses, etc. Our elopement was shared with our closest family members who also raved about Gina’s professionalism and kind personality. During our day, we couldn’t wait to see our photos! Gina sent us sneak peeks within 48 hours and we LOVED them. We can’t wait to see the rest.
NOT ONLY WILL YOU GET TEAR-JERKING, JAW DROPPING PHOTOS TO REMEMBER THIS SPECIAL DAY BY, BUT YOU WILL ALSO GET...
Video Connection Call
An initial video call to connect and get to know all about each other so that I can help you plan this day to be exactly what you dream - whatever that may look like! (and boy do I have some ideas for you if you don't even know where to start!) You will get to experience an unforgettable day with activities tailored to you to show off your unique love story all while it's captured to look back on for years to come.
Unlimited Communication
Consistent communication via email, phone calls, and/or video chats to plan out details so that you are more than prepared for your elopement day.
Location Guide & Scouting
I will help you choose the best spots from my knowledge and experience of living in Italy and visiting the country multiple times as well as extensive research to make sure we find places you love! I will also show up a few days before your elopement date to make sure the locations we chose are still good to go and will be prepared with back-ups if anything arises!
Logistics Planner
Help with timeline building and expert advice on the best time of day to get prime lighting in each location and when to do each activity! You won't have to worry about figuring out all the logistics - I'm here to help make sure we plan things out in the best way to ensure we get those dreamy photos.
A posing & Prompting Expert
Someone who knows what prompts to give to evoke genuine emotions that will make you feel and look amazing. On top of that, I make sure to give you space to let your story unfold amongst the stunning backdrop of nature - these are the photos you won’t be able to wait to mount onto your walls, so make some room.
And here's the cherry on top...
Within 24 to 48 hours, I’ll send you a curated selection of sneak peek photos
capturing every beautiful moment of your day. This way, you can begin sharing your story with stunning, professional images — which is way better than a quick iPhone selfie!
Why do I do this?
Because no way will I let you share iPhone pics when you just got the most beautiful photos of you ever taken - IN ITALY NO LESS!
This means the people who love you get a glimpse into the most special day you just had AND you get to relive the magic all over again!
Packages & Pricing
All packages include:
✓ Travel to anywhere in Italy
✓ Video connection call
✓ Unlimited communication
✓ Timeline building
✓ Location guidance
✓ An online gallery of high-resolution images
✓ Printing rights
✓ Sneak peeks within 24 - 48 hours
✓ Someone who will make you look and feel great in front of the camera
✓ A chill and organized photographer who is so excited to make this day special for you!
Full DAY
12 hours
+ 2 hour engagement or day after session
This is for couples who want to have an unforgettable, once-in-a-lifetime adventure!!
You get a full day elopement PLUS a 2 hour engagement or day after session (let's document your trip to Italy along with your elopement day)!
We can capture your slow morning getting ready, drinking your cappuccino while looking at the view from your balcony, an intimate first look, and a beautiful exchange of vows. We will get to go to epic locations, have some downtime to relax and eat some delicious pasta, get a glass of wine, or fuel up with some espresso. You have so much time for activities - whether that’s a hike to an epic viewpoint in the Dolomites to exchange vows, going boating at sunset in Positano, wine tasting in Tuscany, or any other way you want to fill the day to be the most you. I can’t wait to hear what your perfect day is!
This package can be split between sunrise and sunset to maximize the prime golden hour lighting (best for summertime)!
$11,250
Half DAY
8 hours
*My most popular package*
This is perfect for the couple that wants to have most of their day documented. For couples that may want to go to locations that are a little further from each other or may have multiple activities planned!
If you want a more slow-paced, stressed free day, then this is the package for you. Spending 8 hours together gives me the chance to really get to know you and capture the fullness of your love - from getting ready photos at your villa to sharing your vows overlooking the Amalfi coast. To then adventuring to multiple locations, refueling by eating a delicious panino, having a quiet moment cutting cake together (or maybe stopping for some gelato), to sharing your first dance along the Italian countryside.
The half-day experience is perfect for those who want to have a truly special elopement - a day where you keep thinking to yourself "is this real life?!"
$9,250
Mini
4 hours
*Only available when I am already in Italy - check below for travel dates I may have*
This is the perfect amount of time for couples who want to have their ceremony/vows documented and enjoy a short adventure together. We can go to two to three locations within this time and still enjoy a stress-free, fun time together in Italy!
Limited availability
$7,050
Are you ready to have the most epic day in Italy?!
Want to save some money?
Get $1,000 Off Your Elopement in Italy!
Book your full day or half day elopement during a time I'll already be in Italy and get $1,000 off your package. Check travel dates below! Contact me now to check availability and secure your date! Can't wait to hear from you!!
Current Travel Dates to Italy:
May 2025
Once you fill out the contact form...
Get ready for an email from me with a link to schedule a consult call. After we have our video call and I get to see your smiling faces we'll book your elopement date! I'll send you a contract and invoice to book and then we will get to planning! Then the most exciting part happens - your elopement day!!! And it all ends with the most stunning photos that you won't be able to hold back from sharing.
How does that sound?
You may be wondering, "Can I bring my family and friends?"
The wonderful thing about elopements is that you can design it however you want - and I'm guessing you value intimate settings with no drama (same here). I am happy to plan and photograph elopements with up to 5 of your closest loved ones who are thrilled for this next step in your lives! Include them in your ceremony or photos after and then meet up with them later or the next day while you and your new spouse spend the day together -
just the two of you.
Not looking to book an elopement in italy?
Pricing for Sessions in Italy
Only available when I am already traveling in Italy. Check out current travel dates above!
Proposal
1 hour
50 images in an online gallery
1-2 planning phone calls
Sneak peeks within 48 hours
Full printing rights
Access to my style guide and location guide
$925
ENGAGEMENT & Couples
1 hour
50 images in an online gallery
Full printing rights
Access to my style guide and location guide
$775
I firmly believe that
Love is love.
Black lives matter.
LGBTQ+ lives matter and trans people need to be protected.
Reproductive rights are human rights.
No human is illegal.
Everyone has a right to clean water.
Climate change is a fact and science is real.
And if you disagree with any of the above, I ask that you please find another small business that aligns with your views.
Locations in Italy I've had the opportunity to photograph couples and elopements in:
Rome- MENTANA - Venice - Florence - Naples - Amalfi Coast: Positano & Sorrento
