Portraits should feel effortless and honest.
We keep it simple: soft direction, a comfortable vibe, and a location that matches your personality.
Whether you’re looking for timeless portraits or something artistic and expressive, I’ll guide you through the process and choose the best spots around Sagres, Lagos, Marinha, Falésia, or anywhere along the Algarve coast.
The goal is simple:
authentic photographs with clean light and real emotion — portraits that feel like you.
ALGARVE PORTRAIT PHOTOGRAPHER
WHAT YOU’LL GET
A relaxed experience designed to capture real, natural portraits.
Here’s exactly what you’ll receive:
A planning chat to tailor the session to your style and needs
Guidance on outfits and the best Algarve locations
A calm, enjoyable shooting experience — no rush, no pressure
A curated online gallery delivered within 7–10 days
High-resolution images, perfect for printing or sharing
You can also add premium extras, such as fine-art prints.
PLANNING YOUR PORTRAIT SESSION IN THE ALGARVE?
The Algarve offers an incredible variety of cinematic backdrops — from quiet sunrise beaches to dramatic west-coast cliffs.
Here are some of my favourite locations for portrait sessions:
Praia da Barriga — Rocky formations and wide sandy stretches, perfect at low tide
Praia do Telheiro — Iconic red and orange cliffs for dramatic, creative portraits
Praia do Martinhal — A mix of rocks and sand with beautifully soft light
Porto de Mós — Long beach, low cliffs, ideal for movement and natural shots
BEST TIME TO SHOOT
Sunrise
Soft, peaceful light for gentle, natural portraits with almost no people around.Golden hour & sunset
Warm, flattering tones — especially magical along the west coast.
Packages & Pricing
Essential Portraits
350€
Up to 60 minutes
1 location
25 edited high-resolution images
Online gallery with 100+ photos to choose from
Additional images available for purchase
Perfect for simple portraits, individual lifestyle photos, or a clean and natural look.
Ideal if you're short on time but still want meaningful, high-quality images in a beautiful Algarve setting.
Signature Portraits
450€
Up to 90 minutes
Up to 2 nearby locations
35 edited high-resolution images
Private online gallery with 100+ images to choose from
Extra images available to purchase
Ideal for expressive sessions, editorial-style portraits, or images that tell a deeper story. Take your time, explore, and create something truly personal.
Take your time, move freely, and create a visual story that reflects who you truly are.
WHY CHOOSE ME FOR YOUR PORTRAIT SESSION
Portraits work best when you’re comfortable.
My job is to help you relax, move naturally, and feel confident in front of the camera.
I’ll guide you gently, and together we’ll find the moments that feel real.
• Natural direction — posture, hands, movement… never stiff or forced.
• Comfort first — we walk, move, and shoot at your rhythm.
• Locations that help you relax — wide beaches, cliffs, dunes, soft light.
• Clean, timeless colour — warm tones, natural skin, no artificial edits.
• A calm atmosphere — most people forget the camera within the first few minutes.
• You, as you are, confident, present, and authentic.
A portrait isn’t about looking perfect — it’s about feeling comfortable, and letting that version of you come through.
Testimonials from Portrait Clients
Kristìna
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I've done two photoshoots with Giancarlo. The first one was in the water while surfing with my friends, we ended up with amazing photos as memories and had so much fun! The quality of the underwater and surfing shots is really impressive. The second session was during sunset, and although I usually get nervous when someone takes pictures of me, Giancarlo made the whole experience super comfortable. I was able to relax, and in the end, I got some really beautiful and original photos. :)
Madlen
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I had the chance to work with Giancarlo when he was exploring some ideas in portrait photography — and I’m so glad I did. 😊 From the very beginning, he made me feel incredibly comfortable, which is something I truly value. I’ve never really seen myself as the “elegant model type” and tend to connect more with real, honest emotions than with perfect poses. But during our session, he supported me through those insecurities with such empathy and understanding. As we talked about things that genuinely moved and inspired me, something just clicked — and suddenly, we weren’t just taking photos, we were capturing joyful, authentic moments. The laughter, the honesty, the ease… it all shines through in the images – I love it! 💛
That session had a meaningful impact on me — not just visually, but emotionally too. Thank you so much for the experience, Giancarlo! I hope we’ll get the chance to work together again. Until then, I’ll keep working on growing my self-confidence. 💪😀
Lucia
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Did a yoga shooting with Giancarlo and was amazing.
He captured exactly the essence I was looking for , he made me feel so comfortable and made the shooting fun, relaxing and beautiful
Loved then shooting and absolutely loved the photos!
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