Category: Engagement

25 June 202527 June 2025

Best Bridges in Venice for a Surprise Proposal

With more than 400 bridges connecting Venice’s islands, it’s no surprise that couples often ask: Which bridge is best for a surprise proposal?

The answer is—it depends on the feeling you’re looking for. Some bridges are iconic and dramatic, others are intimate and hidden. As a local photographer, I’ve explored almost every angle, and I’m always happy to help choose the perfect one.

Here are a few of my favorite bridges for a proposal in Venice, each with its own unique atmosphere:

8 January 20251 February 2025

Planning a Winter Surprise Proposal in Venice

Introduction

There’s something undeniably magical about Venice in winter. The city takes on an ethereal charm with its misty canals, quieter streets, and romantic atmosphere. For couples dreaming of a fairy-tale moment, Venice in winter is the perfect backdrop for a surprise proposal.

As a photographer based here, I’ve had the privilege of capturing countless unforgettable proposals. Whether it’s beneath the iconic Rialto Bridge, in a hidden calle, or aboard a gondola gliding through misty canals, every proposal I document is unique—and winter brings a special magic to each moment.

8 October 202426 April 2025

A Serendipitous Engagement Session in Venice: Love Off the Beaten Path

A black and white image of a person with short hair seen from behind, as another person's hands gently rest on their neck. One hand has an engagement ring with a large stone. The background is softly blurred.

Sometimes, the best moments in life come when you least expect them. I had the pleasure of capturing a beautiful love story when a couple, newly engaged in Florence, contacted me last minute for an engagement photoshoot in Venice. With no proposal photos planned, they sought a romantic, off-the-beaten-path experience in Venice—the next city on their travel itinerary. This impromptu session turned into a memorable celebration of love in one of the world’s most enchanting cities.

21 January 202421 January 2024

St. Regis hotel in Venice, water taxi and San Giorgio Island

planning of surprise proposal at the st regis

Discover the enchanting tale of a surprise marriage proposal in Venice,  featuring a luxurious stay at the St. Regis hotel , a romantic water taxi ride, and an unforgettable moment at San Giorgio Island.

Imagine exchanging whispers of love amidst the echoing charm of Venice, a city woven with the threads of romance. Picture the perfect setting for a surprise proposal. Now, what if I told you that you could amplify  this magic tenfold? Welcome to our little narrative on planning the surprise proposal nestled in the  lap of luxury at the St. Regis Hotel.

The Prelude: Choosing the Perfect Base – St. Regis A symphony of  elegance and hospitality, the St. Regis Venice stands as a testament to  luxury and comfort. Encircled by the mesmerizing Grand Canal, this  exquisite hotel is where your surprise proposal journey begins.

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Lauren Gabra

13:27 10 Dec 25

Luca did such an excellent job with our photos. We got engaged and called him the next day, and he somehow fit us in the next day at sunrise. He knew all the best spots and poses and our photos turned out perfect. We were so happy with them. He also uploaded and edited everything very quickly.
A few months later, we realized we hadn’t properly saved the photos and were pretty panicked, but he responded right away and reuploaded them for us immediately. Overall, such a great experience, and we’re really thankful we chose him

Sam Park

06:46 11 Nov 25

Luca did a phenomenal job taking engagement photos for my fiancé and me. Kelly and I love the photos and Luca helped make this dream proposal a reality. We came all the way from Texas and I had found Luca online on Instagram. Highly recommend him! Thank you Luca!

Jahziel Valdés

09:04 26 Oct 25

He's the best videographer we could have found in Venice. There are many positive aspects. 1) The ease of contacting him and starting the process. He makes everything very simple and easy to understand. 2) The constant communication, since in my case it was a marriage proposal, and he helped me make everything discreet and perfect. 3) I think it's important to feel confident, and he has that ability to convey certainty and security.
4) The excellent work. The photos speak for themselves, but he has the "eye" to capture the moments.
I recommend him 100%. If you're looking for a videographer in Venice, don't hesitate to contact him.

Chris MacMurray

00:58 22 Oct 25

Luca was incredible! If you are having any hesitations, don’t. Not only did Luca take beautiful photographs, he was able to recommend incredible restaurants and truly made our proposal and trip to Venice unforgettable.

Eduardo Gomez

10:25 04 Oct 25

Very profesional, Luca helped me and advised me regarding time location, positioning, etc. The quality of his pictures is excellent, such beautiful photographs to capture a very special moment. I could not have chosen any better. Highly recommended!!!

Erick Graves

15:26 09 Sep 25

Luca was absolutely amazing and really helped make an amazing memory for me and my new fiancé. As someone who knows the layout he was able to help orchestrate the best place to not only have a surprise proposal but also capture the most beautiful photos throughout the city even taking a route that would allow us to be close to our dinner reservation. Very friendly and professional and he was such an intricate part of what made our moment spectacular.

Harry

17:29 14 May 25

Absolutely amazing job by Luca he captured our special moment perfectly! It was a suprise proposal with a photoshoot after and the photos and videos we have from the suprise capture the moment perfectly and the shoot after is unbelievable. An excellent photographer and a very nice person.

Highly recommend to anyone for shoots in Venice!

George Snyder

13:03 27 Mar 25

Luca was an absolute fantastic photographer to capture our proposal in Venice!

I am from America and have never been to Venice, so I was really relying on my choice of photographer to chose the perfect location, away from the crowds in a spot that would capture the essence of Venice. Luca had a great recommendation and it went very smoothly. I also appreciated that he was flexible with the date and time since the forecast was calling for rain.

Another great thing I appreciated about Luca was that he was willing to speak with me over the phone prior to submitting a deposit. Surprisingly, the 3 other photographers I spoke with before him all required payment to even talk, which was very off putting to me.

Finally, my greatest praise is to the quality of his work. He captured the moment perfectly!

Thanks Luca!

Kyle Josephson

23:04 14 Sep 23

If there was an option for more than 5 stars, Luca would earn all of them. With the help of Luca’s dedication and professionalism, we planned the perfect surprise proposal. Luca is organized, detailed, and very passionate about his work which is why I would recommend him to capture any special occasion or memory. He is very knowledgeable about the best photo spots in Venice and the surrounding areas, and was extremely helpful with the logistics that went into planning a surprise proposal in Venice from overseas leading up to the day of. Luca delivered our edited photos very quickly and the results were amazing.

Denizcan Ince

20:18 22 Aug 23

I can’t thank Luca enough for his work and effort. I surprised my girlfriend with a proposal in Venice and Luca captured a lot of amazing shots and photographs in the moment.

Manos Theodorakis

14:58 01 Jul 23

10/10
Great photographer and professional, highly recommended!- we chose Luca for our wedding photoshoot in Venice, Italy! He designed all the setup of the day according to our preferences, he captured our special day. Besides, very interesting guy, easy going ! Mille grazie Luca! ci vediamo!

JOSEPH BELGRAVE

12:31 11 Jun 23

Woww What a Beautiful experience my wife & I had with Luca in Venice ....So I booked Luca from the U.S. ( He came highly recommended & now I see why 😊 ) because my wife were coming to italy 🇮🇹 via a cruise , So I wanted to surprise my wife a beautiful & scenic photoshoot while in Italy and I can confidentially say Luca delivered as promised on all levels..He was very Friendly & Professional , He interacted with us and made us feel very comfortable making for very Creative & enjoyable shoot But when the images came back we were both blown away by how beautiful & amazing they were ..He had truly captured the vibe of day and the love between my wife and I 😊💯❤️📸🔥👏🏽 So yes Mr Luca Fazzolari I would most definitely book him again for a Gorgeous shoot in Italy 🇮🇹.

Abby Knowles

18:44 09 Jun 23

We had Luca do a family photo session during our trip to Venice and it was amazing! We had so much fun and Luca knew all the perfect spots for photos! He had great communication during the whole process! Fast turnaround for photos, they are beautiful and the perfect souvenir of our trip!

Mohamed Khalil

14:20 30 Apr 23

I recently had the pleasure of working with photographer Luca for a photo shoot with my girlfriend in Venice and we were blown away by the resulting photos! Luca's photography skills are nothing short of amazing - he has an incredible knowledge of natural light and the most stunning locations around the city, making our photos look like they came straight out of a magazine. Not only is he highly skilled, he is also very personable and made us feel completely at ease in front of the camera. The way he captured our interactions with each other was truly magical. We highly recommend Luca to anyone looking for a professional photographer in Venice. Thank you again Luca for an unforgettable experience, we will see you again next year!

TNT Collins

00:12 10 Jul 22

I hired Luca to capture some romantic moments in Venice, Italy for our 9 year wedding anniversary. We are from North Carolina, USA. My husband, while very photogenic, hates having his picture taken. Luca did a wonderful job being conversational, keeping it light and fun while we walked the streets and captured some amazing candid and posed shots. His correspondence was personable and he met all the timelines he promised. I am so pleased and cannot wait to frame some of them!