Andrea Barbieri

I have been working as a professional wedding photographer since 2016. I have taken (and continue to take) training courses and workshops with the industry’s top professionals. I tell stories through my photographs, and to do so, I constantly refine my techniques and tools to find ever-new ways of capturing the emotions and reality of the events unfolding before my eyes. I believe that constant, continual training is a fundamental and essential part of being a professional.

My calendar doesn’t have set opening or closing dates; you can book my services for an event at any time, provided it fits with my other scheduled commitments. If we can find a solution that works for both me and the couple, there’s room for everyone!
Since I want to be personally present at every wedding I choose to document, I can’t take on more than one event per day.

Today, I wouldn’t know how to define my style in a single word.
I know that my goal is to capture the relationships between people. My approach is constantly evolving, but authenticity, discretion, and empathy remain cornerstones and constant values in my work, because I want to capture all those small yet important moments of your special day in the most spontaneous way possible. I love capturing emotions that arise naturally and spontaneously. I don’t want to direct or influence your day, because it belongs only to you and no one else. That’s why I’ll do my best to be as discreet as possible. If you prefer more formal, posed photography, or classic staged photojournalism, I’m not the right professional for you: my subjects are the reality before me, the spontaneity of relationships, emotions, and feelings.

Of course, throughout the event, I will pay close attention to every aspect of your day, ensuring that the story of your day, as told through my photographs, is truly complete.
I will make every effort to capture the details and the decorations you’ve chosen for the church, the table settings at the restaurant, and the venue and its spaces.
For the sake of fairness and transparency, however, it’s important to note that my priorities always remain the relationships and spontaneous moments: in any situation, if I have to make a choice, I’ll focus my attention on the emotion of the moment!

Couple photos can be a lovely moment and a wonderful keepsake, but they should be taken at the right time and in the right way, so as not to take away from the time you spend with your loved ones or the fun of the party. If you’d like, once we arrive at the location, you can take about a 20-minute break from the whirlwind of emotions and the endless to-do list of the reception, during which you’ll have a chance to spend some time together. At that moment, if you’ll let me, I’ll be able to take some couple photos for you. Again, the more spontaneous you are and the more you forget about the camera, the better my photos will capture the reality of your relationship and your love. I’ll help you, if needed, with a few small prompts: asking you to walk and chat, or if you’d like, to share a cuddle, a caress, a hug, or—why not—even a kiss. I will photograph only what you want to show me—nothing more, nothing less.
To ensure everything runs smoothly, we will coordinate with the caterers and other professionals present that day to choose a time when the conditions are right—preferably in the late afternoon when the light becomes warmer and more evocative.

I believe the best photos are the spontaneous ones, because they truly capture your stories and emotions.
For this reason, any group photos will only be taken at your explicit request: if certain more formal shots are important to you (such as with parents, brothers and sisters, grandparents, or witnesses), I’ll be happy to accommodate your needs.

My photography packages start at €1,400.00 for full-day coverage with a single photographer. Since I operate under a flat-rate tax scheme, no VAT is charged, but a 4% INPS contribution and a €2 stamp duty are added to each invoice issued. Payment must be made via bank transfer and is divided into several installments: the first is a non-refundable deposit, which is essential for booking the service. The remaining balance may be split into two payments or paid in a single final installment. In either case, the full cost of the service must be paid in full before the files are delivered.

The calendar with this season’s wedding dates fills up very quickly. Therefore, I recommend that you contact me between 9 and 12 months before your wedding date. You can send me an email or message me via WhatsApp or Instagram; I’ll be sure to provide you with all the preliminary information you need, and I’d love to chat and get to know you better. Remember that, if you choose to, you’ll be entrusting me with the task of telling the story of one of the most beautiful days of your life: having someone you trust and with whom you click is essential.

To book my services, you must sign a contract and pay a deposit.
The contract outlines the terms between the parties: services included, delivery times, any extras, handling of cancellations or changes to the agreement, privacy releases, and online photo publication. The deposit definitively secures your wedding date: once you book a service with me, I commit exclusively to your event.

You will receive a selection of photos in JPG format, including both high-resolution files for printing and low-resolution files for use on computers and smartphones.
There is no minimum or maximum number of photos delivered, because the number of photos I select will depend on many different and unpredictable factors, which depend both on how the event unfolds and on what happens during your wedding day.
Photo delivery times may vary depending on the type of service chosen and the agreements made between the parties. If you wish to guarantee very fast delivery, you can arrange for fast delivery.
The files will be delivered to you via an online portal where you can view, share, download, and select all the photos I have prepared for you.

Yes, any printed products can be selected and arranged when the photos are delivered after the wedding.

Yes, all the photos you receive are processed and optimized to provide you with the best possible product. I primarily use two programs from the Adobe suite: Lightroom for the basic management and processing of all photos, and Photoshop for any more detailed corrections on individual photos—and only when necessary.
In order to maintain an authentic and emotional style, photo editing will always be kept to a minimum, and no retouching will be done that could alter the reality of what I have captured.

I use only top-of-the-line professional equipment, both in the studio and on location. I work with state-of-the-art PCs, professional EIZO monitors, and software that’s always up to date. On location, I work with two Canon R5 Mark II cameras, and I own a range of high-quality lenses of various types; I primarily use prime lenses for the greater creative opportunities they offer thanks to their brightness and optical quality. My absolute favorite lens is the 50mm f/1.2, which is practically always mounted on one of my cameras, although in recent years the 35mm f/1.8 has been playing an increasingly important role in my photographic storytelling.
I always carry flash units and external lights with me: although I prefer to work with natural light for as long as possible, if necessary, I’ll use the most suitable equipment to continue the shoot.

Yes, there are professionals in the industry with whom I have close working relationships and friendships. I rely on them for support when a second photographer is needed during the wedding. None of them handle the selection or post-production of the photographs; the work done outside of your event day is entirely my responsibility.

I don’t handle video work myself, but I work with several videographers who share my approach to wedding days. If you’d like, I’d be happy to recommend someone who can provide you with a quote!

In the event of an emergency—and only due to circumstances beyond my control—if it becomes necessary to find a replacement, I will make sure to send a qualified professional to your wedding who will ensure the photography is handled to the best of their ability. Your photos will be my top priority.

Yes, I am available for travel as well.
For weddings that allow me to handle the event within a single day, no additional expenses are required beyond those included in the agreed-upon service package. Any dates that involve travel requiring more time and expense will naturally incur additional charges to cover the duration of the service and travel expenses such as: gas, tolls, tickets for any public transportation, lodging, and any surcharge for additional days of travel.
Any trips lasting multiple days must be compatible with other events already booked by other couples.