Giovanni Granzella
About Me
Lake Como Wedding & Elopement Photographer
I'm Giovanni, a photographer born and raised on Lake Como, Italy, specializing in intimate weddings, elopements, and refined celebrations for couples who value authenticity, beauty, and meaningful experiences.
Growing up here has given me a deep understanding of the lake. Beyond knowing the most iconic places, I have the local knowledge and experience to guide couples through the logistics of creating an unforgettable experience in one of the world's most beautiful destinations.
My approach is rooted in observation. I photograph with a balance of editorial elegance and genuine emotion, creating timeless imagery that feels sophisticated yet deeply personal.
Inspired by the landscapes, architecture, and atmosphere of Italy, I blend a fashion-forward aesthetic with a documentary sensitivity. Every couple has a unique story, and my goal is to transform those fleeting moments into photographs that feel like memories — elegant, intimate, and full of life.
Working across Lake Como and beyond, I collaborate with couples from all over the world who choose Italy not only as a destination, but as a feeling: a place where beauty, connection, and unforgettable moments come together.
Beyond photography, I'm passionate about creating experiences with attention to every detail. From the first conversation to the final gallery, I believe the entire journey should feel effortless, personal, and as beautiful as the images themselves.
Your story deserves to be preserved with intention — not just as it happened, but as it felt.
GiovanniMy Approach
Photography is the art of making memories tangible, of freezing time in an image that speaks to the soul.
Every wedding, every elopement, every maternity session is a unique story waiting to be told. I approach each one with sensitivity, discretion, and an unwavering commitment to authenticity. My goal is not just to take pictures, but to create visual poetry that will be cherished for generations.
What People Say
"Giovanni took the photos at a family Birthday in Rezzonico at Lake Como. The results are amazing. He is a very professional and experienced photographer and speaks English very well. Giovanni exceeded my expectations and only after 2 days he sent me the link to the edited photos. If I will have a party again at Lake Como Giovanni is my first choice!"
"We couldn't have asked for a better photographer for our Lake Como elopement. From the moment we met him, he made us feel so comfortable and at ease. He captured every moment so naturally and effortlessly, allowing us to truly enjoy the experience without any awkward posing or rushing. The entire process was so relaxed and joyful. We will treasure these photos forever. Thank you for making our special day even more magical! You are so talented!"
"The absolutely the most magical day captured by the most magical photographer. Cannot thank you enough for the amazing work and all the heart you put into taking our pictures. I would not have done this with anyone else."
"Giovanni was amazing for our intimate elopement at Lake Como. He was so kind and helpful throughout the entire process. He went above and beyond for us. His photos are stunning. Everyone who has seen our photos has commented on how talented our photographer is. He has a unique and elegant style that is exactly what we were looking for. He exceeded all our expectations! We honestly wish we could give him 6 out of 5 stars."
"Giovanni did an amazing job. Not only the photos were professional, he also made it very easy and comfortable to communicate with and made everyone feel at ease during the shoot. Highly recommended!"
"Giovanni is a very nice person, the pictures are great and we received them very fast!"
"Giovanni was amazing from the moment he arrived. He instantly put us at ease about any photography concerns and gave us incredibly creative direction throughout the session. He knew exactly how to guide us to capture the most perfect moments, and the final images were absolutely flawless. If I could give 10 out of 5 stars, I absolutely would. Thank you so much Giovanni for our beautiful elopement photos that we will treasure forever!"
"Gio is such a talented photographer and we will cherish our wedding photos forever!"
"Ho fatto un servizio fotografico con Giovanni con il mio compagno e la mia bambina di 5 mesi, in riva al lago. Giovanni è riuscito a creare delle foto naturali e spontanee, creando un'atmosfera rilassata e divertente per tutta la famiglia. Un'esperienza unica, divertente e rilassante. Le foto sono arrivate in pochissimo tempo e sono stupende."
"Abbiamo contattato Giovanni su consiglio di un amico per il battesimo di nostro figlio. Fin da subito si è dimostrato disponibile, professionale e sempre pronto a rispondere ad ogni nostra domanda. Ha dimostrato grande professionalità, durante la cerimonia è stato molto discreto ma ha realizzato delle foto bellissime! Infine ci ha preparato una bellissima scatola in legno personalizzata con le foto che abbiamo scelto! La consegna delle foto è stata rapidissima! Grazie ancora, lo consiglierò sicuramente!"
"Persona semplice ma di grande spessore, disponibile e di altissima professionalità. Fotografie pure ed emozionanti che catturano la magia di ogni istante."
"Grazie Gio per questa bellissima esperienza! Professionalità e autenticità nelle foto ci hanno lasciato a bocca aperta."
"Le sue foto sono uniche; riescono a raccontare una storia anche solo cogliendo un attimo. Sono ricche di vitalità, spontanee, avvolgenti e con un retrogusto vintage che rende tutto elegante e ricercato."
"Un vero artista che ci ha emozionati con la sua semplicità, la sua parola giusta, la sua disponibilità e le sue foto magnifiche. Grazie."
"Colori, essenzialità ed emozione. Servizio perfetto."
"Sehr gut"
"Giovanni took the photos at a family Birthday in Rezzonico at Lake Como. The results are amazing. He is a very professional and experienced photographer and speaks English very well. Giovanni exceeded my expectations and only after 2 days he sent me the link to the edited photos. If I will have a party again at Lake Como Giovanni is my first choice!"
"We couldn't have asked for a better photographer for our Lake Como elopement. From the moment we met him, he made us feel so comfortable and at ease. He captured every moment so naturally and effortlessly, allowing us to truly enjoy the experience without any awkward posing or rushing. The entire process was so relaxed and joyful. We will treasure these photos forever. Thank you for making our special day even more magical! You are so talented!"
"The absolutely the most magical day captured by the most magical photographer. Cannot thank you enough for the amazing work and all the heart you put into taking our pictures. I would not have done this with anyone else."
"Giovanni was amazing for our intimate elopement at Lake Como. He was so kind and helpful throughout the entire process. He went above and beyond for us. His photos are stunning. Everyone who has seen our photos has commented on how talented our photographer is. He has a unique and elegant style that is exactly what we were looking for. He exceeded all our expectations! We honestly wish we could give him 6 out of 5 stars."
"Giovanni did an amazing job. Not only the photos were professional, he also made it very easy and comfortable to communicate with and made everyone feel at ease during the shoot. Highly recommended!"
"Giovanni is a very nice person, the pictures are great and we received them very fast!"
"Giovanni was amazing from the moment he arrived. He instantly put us at ease about any photography concerns and gave us incredibly creative direction throughout the session. He knew exactly how to guide us to capture the most perfect moments, and the final images were absolutely flawless. If I could give 10 out of 5 stars, I absolutely would. Thank you so much Giovanni for our beautiful elopement photos that we will treasure forever!"
"Gio is such a talented photographer and we will cherish our wedding photos forever!"
"Ho fatto un servizio fotografico con Giovanni con il mio compagno e la mia bambina di 5 mesi, in riva al lago. Giovanni è riuscito a creare delle foto naturali e spontanee, creando un'atmosfera rilassata e divertente per tutta la famiglia. Un'esperienza unica, divertente e rilassante. Le foto sono arrivate in pochissimo tempo e sono stupende."
"Abbiamo contattato Giovanni su consiglio di un amico per il battesimo di nostro figlio. Fin da subito si è dimostrato disponibile, professionale e sempre pronto a rispondere ad ogni nostra domanda. Ha dimostrato grande professionalità, durante la cerimonia è stato molto discreto ma ha realizzato delle foto bellissime! Infine ci ha preparato una bellissima scatola in legno personalizzata con le foto che abbiamo scelto! La consegna delle foto è stata rapidissima! Grazie ancora, lo consiglierò sicuramente!"
"Persona semplice ma di grande spessore, disponibile e di altissima professionalità. Fotografie pure ed emozionanti che catturano la magia di ogni istante."
"Grazie Gio per questa bellissima esperienza! Professionalità e autenticità nelle foto ci hanno lasciato a bocca aperta."
"Le sue foto sono uniche; riescono a raccontare una storia anche solo cogliendo un attimo. Sono ricche di vitalità, spontanee, avvolgenti e con un retrogusto vintage che rende tutto elegante e ricercato."
"Un vero artista che ci ha emozionati con la sua semplicità, la sua parola giusta, la sua disponibilità e le sue foto magnifiche. Grazie."
"Colori, essenzialità ed emozione. Servizio perfetto."
"Sehr gut"