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After you book the date you will plan directly with your photographer on the best time and locations to avoid crowds and get beautiful lighting. Consider your local photographer a friendly private guide! Explore your destination with a local while capturing beautiful photos at the best photography spots.

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All the photographer’s favorite shots will be edited for vibrance and composition, then uploaded to your private online gallery within five days. You will get to pick your favorites to be included in your photo package.

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Real Local Lens Reviews

Showing 24 reviews for all destinations.

Review from Ben V.

Milan

“Nicola was fantastic and took some incredible photos. It was our first family holiday with our son, and we will cherish these memories forever. Thank you for your professionalism, Nicola.”

- Ben V.

Review from Jack B.

New York City

“I honestly couldn’t recommend her enough. From the very first conversation to the moment we received the photos, she was absolutely amazing and played such a huge part in making our proposal everything I could have hoped for and more. Planning a proposal is a big thing, and you want everything to be perfect, but having her involved made the whole experience so much easier and more special. She was incredibly professional, reassuring, friendly, and helpful throughout, and I knew we were in safe hands from the very beginning. She took the time to understand exactly what I wanted and went above and beyond to make sure everything came together perfectly. On the day itself, she was absolutely brilliant. She captured the moment so naturally and discreetly, allowing us to enjoy such a personal and emotional moment without feeling like we were being photographed. Every little detail was thought through, and her ability to capture the genuine emotions, reactions, and happiness of the moment is something we will treasure forever. The photos themselves are absolutely stunning. She didn’t just take pictures; she captured the feelings, the excitement, and the emotion of one of the most important moments of our lives. Looking back at them brings all those feelings flooding back, and that is something truly special. These are memories we will look back on for the rest of our lives, and we couldn’t be happier with how beautifully she captured them.”

- Jack B.

Review from Lin I.

San Francisco

“We take a family photo in different locales every year, and Scott’s photos of us in San Francisco are the best! He was easy to work with, and I appreciated his clear, timely communication. Our family chose a photo shoot location that Scott discovered would be blocked off for an event. He was very flexible about suggesting other locations and even went to the selected site early to scope out the best backdrops and light. He has terrific attention to detail and provided helpful guidance about positioning, tone, and even unintentionally mussed hair. And, he was creative about employing different methods to engage distracted toddlers. It is clear that Scott takes great pride in his work. It is evident in the wonderful gallery we received. We are grateful to Scott and highly recommend him.”

- Lin I.

Review from Susan D.

Paris

“My family and I had a fantastic photo shoot with Arnel! First, he was patient and flexible with us after we hit some delays getting to our meeting location due to train work. When we got to the actual shoot, he was so wonderful with our kids (ages 6 and 9) and immediately made us all feel comfortable. He recommended some incredible locations that we wouldn't have known about as tourists and managed to capture majestic views of the Eiffel Tower without the crowds. We're so happy with the end result!”

- Susan D.

Review from Nora D.

London

“Amazing Family Session by Lexi in London! Lexi was professional, friendly, and went above and beyond for a lovely experience. Lexi was kind enough to accommodate the session time due to rain in the forecast during the scheduled booking time. She was a pleasure to work with. Thank you, Lexi, for helping a mom capture some precious moments of her family on this special trip. We are returning customers of Local Lens and will continue to use them and recommend their services in the future.”

- Nora D.

Review from Vanessa H.

San Juan, Puerto Rico

“We absolutely loved our session with Thania! Before the shoot, she was communicative and helped me understand the needs for our resort location. At the session, she asked us what we wanted, incorporated our ideas, and had her own fun, artistic vision. She was able to capture those candid moments I was looking for and got the natural smiles of two teenagers! Highly recommend!”

- Vanessa H.

Review from Dave C.

Rome

“I planned a surprise proposal for my girlfriend at the Trevi Fountain and wanted a photographer to capture the moment. Ashmi was fantastic for the couple of weeks before our visit to Rome, communicating with me throughout and talking me through how the shoot would work, most importantly keeping it a surprise for my now-fiancée. She was at the fountain in good time on the actual day, and if it wasn’t for Ashmi, it probably wouldn’t have gone as smoothly as it did. I would 100 percent recommend anyone wanting a photographer to book her. Top-quality photos, and if we ever go back to Rome and need a photographer again, I wouldn’t go to anyone else.”

- Dave C.

Review from FJ

Edinburgh

“He made the proposal extra special. Found ways to make my little requests work. He’s the best!!!”

- FJ

Review from Khalil B.

New York City

“Ms. Delya is nothing short of incredible. I had no support for my surprise proposal in New York and was worried about things going well, but Ms. Delya was nothing short of a blessing. She was knowledgeable about all the best locations, times, and general advice. She was proactive, constantly reaching out up until the actual shoot, and most importantly, she made my fiancée feel extremely celebrated. I thank you for your patience and love. You were a blessing!”

- Khalil B.

Review from Sanchari G.

Lake Como

“Our wonderful Lake Como shoot with Magda - This was our first in Lake Como, and we wanted romantic couple pictures to cherish for a lifetime. We had a lovely shoot, during which she guided us with individual portraits & couple poses. The session was very relaxed and fun at the same time! Absolutely loved it. And then came the photographs! Oh, my Lord! Such stunningly beautiful, incredibly mesmerising artistic compositions!! Mind blown! We definitely recommend her 100% And, look forward to shooting with her again on our trip to Como. Thank you Local Lens, for connecting us to the best Photography artists in the World. Much Love!”

- Sanchari G.

Review from Will I.

London

“Yijin was wonderful to work with for our engagement photos! She helped us with posing while keeping everything feeling natural and comfortable, and the photos turned out amazing! She was so kind, communicative, and really went above and beyond to make it a great experience. We’d absolutely recommend her!”

- Will I.

Review from Lara & Benson

Lake Como

“We couldn't be happier with our maternity session with Nicola! From the moment we met, Nicola made us feel completely relaxed. The photos are stunning. Nicola has a real eye for light, and the golden sunset shots and silhouettes against the mountains look like something out of a film. Every image feels warm and natural, and you can see how happy and excited we are to meet our little one. Nicola knew all the best spots and timed everything perfectly for the light, and still made the whole session feel easy and fun. If you're thinking about a maternity, couples, or family shoot, we can't recommend Nicola enough. Thank you so much!”

- Lara & Benson

Review from Joe & Hannah

New Orleans

“Kerrigan was the best engagement photographer we could have hoped for. She was very nice and made both of us feel comfortable the moment we met, allowing us to be more relaxed during the photo shoot. Her photos also greatly exceeded our expectations, and everyone who's seen them has brought up how wonderful they look. If you need a photographer in the NOLA area, I cannot recommend Kerrigan enough!”

- Joe & Hannah

Review from Don O.

Zurich

“Geoff was wonderful! He was extremely helpful in coordinating with me for our surprise engagement shoot, going above and beyond to let me know about things like weather, construction, and crowd sizes in advanced. Took wonderful photos that we'll cherish forever. Can't recommend Geoff highly enough!”

- Don O.

Review from Tori R.

Rome

“We had just gotten engaged in Capri just a few days before and decided to do engagement photos in Rome. Daphne was quick to respond with the best locations and made the experience so fun and memorable for us, even at 7AM. My fiancé is not huge on photos, and he had an amazing time. The photos came out beautiful.”

- Tori R.

Review from Heather B.

30A Florida

“Jennifer was amazing to work with! The pictures speak for themselves! She is such a talented photographer who clearly loves her work. She was very personable, kind, and helpful. I would definitely recommend Jennifer!”

- Heather B.

Review from Ashley J.

Big Island, Hawaii

“Loryn was great and easy to work with, and we got lots of amazing pictures from our multi-generational family photoshoot! Thanks Loryn, for these amazing memories captured!”

- Ashley J.

Review from Mendel K.

Nassau, Bahamas

“Darreanne was amazing at accommodating us, especially as we wanted an early shoot for sunrise etc. We couldn't have been happier with the pictures and the time we got them; we love them!”

- Mendel K.

Review from Joe & Olivia

Las Vegas

“Michelle was fantastic from beginning to end! We had to schedule this engagement shoot on very short notice, and she was able to accommodate our requests with great responsiveness. During the shoot itself, she helped prompt us with fun poses and made us feel comfortable and relaxed. Michelle is friendly, patient, easy to work with, and best of all, the photos turned out amazingly well! We'd gladly choose her again and would certainly recommend her to anyone!”

- Joe & Olivia

Review from Noël A.

New York City

“We are so happy with our pictures! Julia was lovely to work with. She helped us pick a location that was just the sort of thing I wanted. Thank you, thank you!”

- Noël A.

Review from Nicole G.

Key Largo, FL

“Vanessa was incredible. I explained what I was looking for in poses; she knew exactly what I wanted and did not disappoint. Our photos were amazing. I highly recommend.”

- Nicole G.

Review from Kelsey & Ricky

Boston

“Jailene was our proposal and engagement photographer. She had great communication before the shoot, and on the day of the shoot, she got some great shots. She was open to any of our suggestions but also gave us posing direction as needed. We got a variety of wide-range and close-up shots in a few different locations. Overall, we are incredibly satisfied with our results and would absolutely recommend Jailene for any other engagement shoots.”

- Kelsey & Ricky

Review from Brian S.

Lake Como

“Paolo is the best photographer we have ever met. He was able to capture the most important day of our lives so vividly; he helped us select the perfect location, and he guided us during the whole process. We really appreciated how detailed he was, and also how passionate he is about his vision for each photo. Not only this,but even leading up to the actual date, he was very organized and made the whole process so seamless and worry-free. Thank you, Paolo!! You were amazing!”

- Brian S.

Review from Jennifer B.

Nassau, Bahamas

“I truly cannot say enough amazing things about Eric! He was the photographer for my son's surprise engagement, and from our very first conversation to the final photos, he exceeded every expectation I could have possibly had. As a mom trying to help coordinate such an important, once-in-a-lifetime moment, I was understandably nervous and wanted everything to be perfect. Eric immediately put my mind at ease. His communication was absolutely incredible, his attention to detail was unmatched, and he went above and beyond in every possible way. What made Eric so special was that he didn't just show up to take pictures. He took care of EVERYTHING! He was thoughtful, proactive, reassuring, and genuinely invested in making this experience unforgettable for our family. I never once felt like I had to worry about a thing because Eric was always one step ahead. And the photos? Beyond anything I could have dreamed of! He captured such an incredibly special moment in our lives so beautifully, and we will treasure those memories forever. I went into this experience with extremely high expectations, and somehow Eric managed to surpass every single one of them. That is not something I say lightly! Eric is simply AMAZING in every way. His professionalism, kindness, communication, talent, and dedication are truly exceptional. I would recommend him a thousand times over, without a moment of hesitation. Thank you, Eric, for making one of the most important days in our family's lives even more special than we could have imagined. We are forever grateful!”

- Jennifer B.

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Home Frequently Asked Questions

  • Local Lens makes it easy to hire a professional photographer anywhere in the world. Every photographer is carefully vetted for quality, style, and reliability, so you can book with confidence. From planning the best photo locations to capturing natural, candid moments, your photographer also acts as a local expert to help you get the most out of your experience. Learn more about our team and mission on our About Us page.

  • Photoshoot pricing varies by destination and package length, but most sessions range from 30 minutes to 2 hours. All packages include:

    • A private photoshoot with a professional photographer
    • A set number of professionally edited, high-resolution photos
    • Delivery in a private online gallery within 5 business days
    You’ll always see clear, upfront pricing before booking, with options to upgrade or purchase additional photos after your shoot.

  • No—our pricing is fully transparent, with no hidden fees. In some cases, you may need to cover:

    • Location entry or permit fees
    • Transportation costs outside the photographer’s main area
    • Optional add-ons like flowers, champagne, or decorations
    • Video services (available with select photographers)
    For proposal photoshoots, a minimum 1-hour package is required to properly capture the moment. You can learn more on our proposal photography page.

  • Booking is simple and takes just a few steps:

    1. Submit your preferred date and location
    2. Review available photographers and choose your favorite style
    3. Confirm your booking securely online
    Once booked, your photographer will help plan everything—from best locations to ideal lighting and how to avoid crowds. For a full step-by-step breakdown, visit our How It Works page.

  • You can hire a photographer for a wide range of occasions, including:

    • Vacation and travel photos
    • Surprise proposals and engagements
    • Couples and anniversaries
    • Family photoshoots
    • Solo travel and lifestyle sessions
    • Special events and celebrations
    Each session is customized to your style and preferences. If you’re planning a proposal, explore our proposal photographer services.

  • Your photographer will help you plan the perfect proposal—from choosing the ideal location to timing the moment for the best lighting and privacy. They’ll discreetly capture the proposal as it happens, then guide you through a short portrait session afterward so you have beautiful, natural photos of the “yes.” A 1-hour minimum is required to ensure full coverage. You can explore details on our proposal photography page.

  • Yes—you can browse available photographers and select the one whose style best matches your vision. Each photographer has a portfolio so you can choose between styles like candid, romantic, editorial, or classic photography.

  • Yes—Local Lens has completed 15,000+ photoshoots worldwide and works with a global network of carefully vetted professional photographers. You can learn more about our story on our About Us page and see media features on our In the Press page.

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