A MEMORY
THAT GROWS
WITH YOU
First communion photographer
Avellino · Grottaminarda · Ariano Irpino · Irpinia
Children only half remember their first communion: the excitement, the white dress, all the relatives together. They'll remember the rest thanks to the photos. I photograph it the way I do weddings: in reportage style, without forced poses, looking for the glances, the hugs, the laughter at the party. The child is free to enjoy the day, and I'm there without being noticed.
The church and the parish photographer
In many parishes, during the first communion mass, only the official photographer chosen by the parish may take pictures. In that case I don't go in: I wait for you outside the church, where some of the most beautiful photos are born anyway, among hugs, congratulations and the first smiles of the day.
The ceremony photos won't be lost. Ask the parish photographer for them and send them to me: I'll add them to the album alongside mine, so the story of the day is complete, from church to party.
Portraits, home and party
With a little planning I can also come to your home before church: the white dress, the last preparations, the family's excitement before leaving. We decide the timing together, based on the day.
As you come out of church we take a few portraits of the child, alone and with the family. Just a few minutes, almost like a game. Then I photograph the arrival at the restaurant and the cake cutting, which usually happens right away, so guests can enjoy the party carefree and without stains on their clothes. If you'd like the rest of the party too, with the dancing, the service can be extended.
The first communion album
Every service ends with a handcrafted album, hand-bound and printed in fine art, with my photos and the church photos you sent me. I choose and edit the photos myself; before printing I show you a preview of the album, and it goes to print only once you've approved it. It's an object made to last, to leaf through twenty years from now.
How we work together
We talk
On WhatsApp or by appointment at Hō-ō Lab in Grottaminarda: you tell me about the day and what matters to you.
The quote
I prepare a tailored quote, with the service and the album.
The communion day
If you wish, I start at home with the preparations. Then I wait for you outside the church, we take the portraits and I photograph the party up to the cake cutting.
The church photos
You send me the ceremony photos taken by the parish photographer.
The album
I choose and edit the photos, show you a preview of the album and, once you've approved it, print it.
Where I work
I photograph first communions in Grottaminarda, Ariano Irpino, Mirabella Eclano, Flumeri, Frigento, Gesualdo, Avellino and throughout Irpinia, and I'm happy to travel to Sannio and the Foggia area too.
I meet clients by appointment at Hō-ō Lab, Via Valle 55, Grottaminarda.
What people say about me
On the My Happy Wedding Google profile I have an average of 4.9 stars from 18 reviews.
First communion: frequently asked questions
How far in advance should I book?
Here first communions are held in May, often on the same Sundays. It's best to message me as soon as you know the date.
Do you also photograph inside the church?
If the parish has an official photographer, only they may photograph inside the church. I wait for you outside. You can ask them for the ceremony photos and send them to me: I'll add them to the album.
Do you also photograph the party? And at home?
Yes: the service covers leaving church, portraits of the child and family, and the party up to the cake cutting, which usually happens as soon as you arrive at the restaurant. The rest of the party, with the dancing, can be added. With a little planning I can also photograph the preparations at home, before church.
Do you also offer a photo booth for the party?
Yes, with instant prints for the guests: you'll find it on the photo booth page.
Tell me about your celebration
Send me the date of the first communion and the venue of the party: I'll reply personally.
Message me on WhatsAppI meet clients by appointment at Hō-ō Lab, Via Valle 55, Grottaminarda.
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