couples & engagements
Couples & Engagements Photography in Paris
Your love story deserves to be remembered not just with selfies and blurry phone snaps, but with images that feel like you. That reflect your joy, your connection, your real moments. As a studio known for authentic, emotive photography, we offer couple and engagement photography in Paris that captures both the magic of the city and the intimacy of your bond.
Whether you’re newly engaged, celebrating an anniversary, planning a surprise proposal or simply enjoying being together in this beautiful city, we’re here to help you document it beautifully and meaningfully.
A Couple Photoshoot That Feels Like You
Our sessions are designed to be relaxed, fun and totally true to who you are. No awkward posing, no forced smiles. Just the two of you being yourselves – walking hand in hand by the Seine, sneaking a kiss in a quiet café, laughing under the Eiffel Tower. You’ll have gentle guidance from one of our trained photographers who will quickly become your friend. The main goal is always to make it feel natural.
We’ve done hundreds of couple photoshoots in Paris and every one is different because every couple brings their own spark.
Your Engagement Photographer Paris Team
We know this moment matters. If you’re searching for an engagement photographer in Paris who couples trust, you’re in the right place. Our team has photographed everything from surprise proposals to wedding anniversaries and we treat every session with the care it deserves.
You’ll get our help with choosing locations, outfits and timing (golden hour lovers, we got you). And after your session, we invite you into our studio for a same-day cinematic viewing experience. You’ll get to relive it all, choose your favorites and turn your images into meaningful artwork that lasts far beyond your time in Paris.
Photoshoot for Couples in the Most Romantic City
There’s a reason couples travel from all over the world to celebrate their love here. Paris does romance like nowhere else and a romantic photoshoot for couples is the perfect way to capture it. The quiet moments. The laughter. The “I can’t believe we’re here together” feeling.
We believe your photos should reflect your story, your energy, your kind of love. Our job is to help you feel comfortable enough to be yourselves and to create images that feel honest and timeless.
How does a surprise proposal photoshoot work?
We plan surprise proposals in Paris all year. Here is how it usually goes:
- A free planning call. We talk through your plans, choose the spot and the time with you, and suggest the right session: a mini session for the proposal itself, or a Gold session to continue with photos somewhere else in Paris.
- A WhatsApp group with your photographer. Once you are booked, we set up a group chat with your photographer so you can agree on the exact spot and timing together.
- A cover story. Our sessions are in the morning, so we usually suggest telling your partner you are going out for a nice breakfast or brunch. It explains the early start and dressing up.
- The moment. Most clients have the photographer stay hidden nearby. They guide you on where to stand, then photograph the proposal as it happens.
- Your first photos as an engaged couple. Afterwards, your photographer comes out and takes more photos of the two of you, at the same spot or at a second location.
- The same day, you see your photos for the first time at our studio in Saint-Germain-des-Prés.
Would you rather propose on your own? We also photograph post-proposal sessions, for example the morning after.
Iconic public spot or private location?
Either. Many couples choose an iconic spot, such as the Medici Fountain in the Luxembourg Gardens, Place des Vosges or a view of the Eiffel Tower, early in the morning while the city is still quiet. If you would rather keep the moment private, we can photograph it in your hotel room or on its terrace, with the hotel’s approval. Our guide to the best Paris hotels for photoshoots shows which hotels have private terraces and Eiffel Tower views.
Not sure where to go? See which Paris location suits which look.
Engagement Photos in Paris to Treasure Forever
Your engagement photos in Paris are more than just a keepsake, they’re a chapter in your story. And one we’re honored to help you tell. From the cobblestones of Montmartre to the sparkle of the Eiffel Tower, we’re here to help you freeze this moment in time, just as it is: beautiful, meaningful and completely yours.
I truly can’t recommend Katie and her team enough! They go above and beyond to prepare you for your photoshoot. Everything they share in advance of your shoot is beautifully curated and so helpful in guiding you towards all the little details that make a shoot exciting and special and personal. They really care about getting to know who you are so that the final result really represents you! We’re usually feel very awkward in front of a camera but Katie made us feel comfortable and we had so much fun. Heading to the studio to see our photos a mere hour after the shoot blew us away. The whole process from start to finish was a dream and the photos are priceless- we adore them! Thank you, thank you, thank you Katie and team for such a timeless memory of our trip to Paris!
We chose Katie Donnelly for a family shoot on our 10-year anniversary trip to Paris with our 7-year-old daughter in tow. From before booking until viewing and selecting our lovely photos, Katie Donnelly’s team was exceptionally warm and helpful. They answered so many questions and provided a lot of helpful information for planing location and outfits. They are pros at communicating to make everything go smoothly. Our photographer Magda is a jewel. She made our shoot so fun and personal—despite it being 27 degrees F! Her creative eye and talent provided more than we could have hoped for. We will treasure these photos the rest of our lives!
We had an incredible experience with our photoshoot in Paris with Zoe, our photographer from Katie Donnelly Photography! The entire process was seamless, from the information we received in advance from Mallory, the Studio Manager to help us select the perfect location, tips on what to wear and where to meet our photographer on the day of the photoshoot. Upon arriving at our location, Zoe quickly put us at ease and with her expert guidance we almost forgot we were posing. It was so much fun! We feel very fortunate that Zoe suggested going to a café nearby when we mentioned we loved the café scene. Not only did she capture some of our favourite shots, but we had the opportunity to sit and chat with her as we enjoyed our coffees and croissants. The in-studio photo selection was surprisingly emotional—We could feel the story in every photo. Zoe’s attention to detail and ability to make the shoot both fun and meaningful made this an unforgettable experience. Thank you Zoe for capturing moments we’ll treasure forever! What an enchanting and memorable way to celebrate our 25th anniversary! We highly recommend the team at Katie Donnelly Photography to anyone looking to do a photo shoot in Paris! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
“Katie Donnelly is talented, professional, and delivers high quality portraits that will be memories for a lifetime. I have worked with her several times in Paris over the years. Her team has grown under the direction and guidance of Katie. Katie Donnelly Photography is fantastic for families, individuals, or couples. Don’t worry about being camera shy, she will put you at ease and you can’t help but smile back.”
“Our experience with Katie Donnelly Photography (KDP) was absolutely wonderful from start to finish and 100% as advertised. From initial communication with Mallory, to the warm in-person welcome by Katie, to the beautiful photos by Magda the entire process was magical. They said we would have FUN and we did! We laughed, we danced, we ran (not bad at 72 & 74), and we kissed along the banks of the Seine. They truly captured the essence of our relationship, our love, and our honeymoon experience in Paris. In short, we are thrilled to be part of the KDP family and highly recommend them … you won’t be disappointed.”
“We had an absolutely amazing experience with Katie Donnelly Photography. I was a little unsure and uncomfortable in front of the camera, but Magda made me feel confident and beautiful while shooting our photos. And the results are amazing! This is a spectacular way to remember the trip of a lifetime and I’ll cherish these photos forever!”
My husband and I took our first trip to Paris to celebrate our 20th Anniversary. Contacting and booking from the United States was very simple. Working with KDP truly was the best! They stay in communication with you from the start. Give great suggestions on where to shoot, and how to get there. Magda was wonderful! It was like meeting up with a close friend! She has great attention to detail and directs you in such a relaxing way. Meeting up later at their charming studio was wonderful! Being able to look through your photos the day of instead of having to wait a while to see how they turned out was amazing. We truly recommend them to take timeless photos in such a beautiful city. We are excited to visit Paris again. I feel like we will make KDP a family tradition of taking our pictures whenever we are in this picturesque city!
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