A gift from Special Umbria

PHOTOSHOOT

GIFT VOUCHER

From the medieval walls of the villa,
to the walls of your home..

Photographing families, extended families and couples in Umbria, Tuscany, Puglia, Rome, Venice, Dolomites and throughout all of Italy!

  • Stress-free Vacation Photoshoots

  • Customised To Your Family

  • Only Purchase the Images You Love

The Gift Certificate

Your portraits should feel as special as your time in Italy.
That’s why we create a completely custom experience—so you purchase only the images you love, in the format that’s perfect for you.

Your Gift Certificate includes:

Photoshoot at your villa, a village nearby, or any city in Italy
Unlimited session time + 36 hours reserved for weather rescheduling
Expert guidance—from outfit selection to artwork design (and even getting your teens on board!)
Curated location suggestions and activity scheduling + exclusive travel tips
Tax & worldwide shipping included—no surprises
Bonus €300 credit to put toward digitals, wall art & albums (complimentary shipping included)

You’ll only purchase your favorite images, available as heirloom-quality prints delivered to your door or as a digital collection.

Vacations gift us the rare space to spend quality time together.

Let’s turn your happiest moments into timeless art.

  • Family Photos in Umbria

    Families

    A trip like this will be one your kids take life lessons from. They’ll look back on it forever. Allow them to replay these formative moments through stunning photographs proudly displayed in your home.

    “She is so good with kids !! While my kids never want to be taken in photos, they were so happy and relaxed with her!” Continue reading Irene’s review

  • Italy provides a stunning backdrop for a multi-gen family photoshoot

    Extended Families and Re-unions

    Did you bring grandma along on this vacation, or perhaps you’ve brought your adult kids and their families.. or is it a big family reunion? Either way, take advantage of being all together to update your family portraits while also documenting this special trip.

    “The photos are absolutely beautiful and really capture both the beauty of the region and how we were feeling about being there and each other. We look at them every day as a fond reminder of our incredible family trip..” Continue reading Daniel’s review..

  • Photoshoot of a young couple in Italy

    Couples

    Celebrate your second home, engagement, honeymoon or that dream trip that’s finally happening!

    “Kirstie made us feel SO comfortable and relaxed! Coupled with her incredible photography skills and knowledge of stunning locations, she produced images we will cherish forever..” Continue reading Ash’s review

“The entire experience from start to finish was made easy for us by Kirstie's preparation and attention to detail!”

— Sharon

What to Expect

It’s super relaxed and I guide you through the whole process

Step 1.

SECURE YOUR DATE

It’s important to represent all the personalities in your family so complete the form below and I’ll give you a quick call to ensure we design an experience to accommodate your children's schedules, recommend appropriate locations and of course, discuss the options for artwork.

Step 2.

THE PHOTOSHOOT

I let your session flow naturally. I photograph in a non-intrusive way that offers just the right amount of guidance as you walk through a medieval village or roll pasta in a private cooking class.

You’ll feel confident, but not overwhelmed and afterwards feel as though you’ve just spent a few hours with a new friend.

Step 3.

ORDERING APPOINTMENT

Only buy the images you love!

As a guest of Special Umbria you get a complimentary photoshoot and €300 artwork credit, since life’s best moments shouldn’t live behind a screen!

During your ordering appointment either immediately after your shoot, or via Zoom once you are back home, I’ll help you choose the best images and products for your home (and stick to your budget).

Your entire session is shaped by who you are and how you spend time together.

and then by the memories you want to hang in your home

Artwork shipped to your door

Wall Art | Heirloom Albums | Keepsake boxes

with complimentary digital files of every image purchased in print

Our clients often spend multiple thousands on their artwork but your total spend is entirely up to you and you have a €300 credit to get started!

“We ordered much more than we thought we were going to, but not sorry at all ”

Play the video to see what else Kathy had to say about her multi-gen family photoshoot at Villa Crespi on Lake Orta.

Request Availability

To redeem your complimentary session!

“You’re a magician! Mum says this was the most fun photoshoot we’ve ever had.. and we’ve had many! We love them- thank you”

— Tetiana

Hi, I’m Kirstie

Australian expat living her best gelato life

Love of my husband (but mostly of cheese) brought me to Italy in 2020. He was desperate to be back with his Italian family. And honestly, what Aussie girl could pass up the chance to move to the land of pizza and gelato?! (Seeing a food theme here?)

My decade of photography experience was inspired by a trip of a lifetime. My grandparents took me on a trip to Europe when I was a teen, then gifted me an album so I’d never forget it. That album quickly became a staple of family visits and storytime.

When I moved to Italy, I was surprised how rare that type of printed keepsake is for the locals. It’s quite literally a foreign concept - tourists won’t find that type of session here.

It inspired me to recreate an experience for others as deeply meaningful to them as my grandparent’s infamous vacation album has been to me.

So that’s my mission with Classico Portraits: to provide the same timeless centerpieces for families visiting Italy

Read more about my grandparent’s legendary vacation album! →

Or send me a Whatsapp to book your photoshoot!

Kirstie McConnell - Photographer in Italy

My goal is for everyone to feel welcome and celebrated

Transparency, honesty, quality, inclusivity

I embrace who you are. I value your family, your experience and your trust. No matter what your little travel crew looks like, or what special accommodations you might need, I’m here to support you.

Your Shoot with Classico Portraits is Guaranteed

Only buy the images you love!

Questions?