Client Reviews
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Every review below is a real Google review from a client who booked a session in Portugal, copied word for word from our Google Business Profile. Our sessions are led by Martim and a small team of local photographers, which is why you will see a few of their first names mentioned.
What clients mention most
Easy planning from another country, a photographer who finds the right spot, a relaxed session without stiff posing, and photos delivered quickly.
Top client reviews
Featured highlights from recent client experiences.
Sebastián B.
I 100% recommend using their services! Martim and his team are true professionals who do impeccable work and make everything so much easier. Planning a marriage proposal in another country can be incredibly stressful, but Martim was a huge help from the very beginning. He provided so many great details, ideas, and suggestions that took all the stress away. If you are planning a special moment, don’t hesitate to book them. The final results were amazing!
Danica C.
Booked a last minute photo shoot surprise for my husband to commemorate our honeymoon/visit to Lisboa. Martim was communicative and connected us to Thiago leading up to our photo shoot. Thiago did a wonderful job capturing us as we wandered through Lisboa. He was fun to work with and would recommend Martim and his team for your photography needs!
Samer Y.
Since I was setting up a proposal photoshoot in Portugal from Canada, I was weary about choosing the right photographer. However, Martim and Thiago were very trustworthy, helpful, easy to contact. They’ve captured a moment in our lives we will never forget!
More client experiences
A wider selection from our Google reviews. Two reviews written in Portuguese are translated into English, and one long review is shortened with an ellipsis.
Michael P.
I cannot recommend Portugal Photoshoots highly enough. After a major travel disruption completely changed our plans, I reached out with less than 8 hours’ notice hoping to salvage a surprise proposal photoshoot. Despite the incredibly short timeline, the team was responsive, organized, and able to coordinate everything seamlessly. … The entire experience exceeded expectations from start to finish. What could have been a stressful situation turned into one of the highlights of our trip, and the photos are something we’ll treasure for the rest of our lives.
Callum M.
Martim and Matheus were incredibly supportive in sharing their recommendations and insights when planning the surprise proposal. I chose a botanical garden in Lisbon (Jardim Botânico da Ajuda) for the proposal, and they were more than accommodating to my plans while also sharing their suggestions to make it even more special. Will definitely recommend Martim and team for any photography events in the future. Thank you again for making sure the proposal was an incredibly special day and moment for us.
Mairtin Ó D.
Got in touch with Mártim and he made everything so easy for the proposal photoshoot. He set me up with a photographer on the day – the absolute legend from Brazil, Mr Samba himself, Thiago! Super easy-going, great craic, and even played the surprise role of historian tour guide / photographer before I popped the question. Coming all the way from Ireland, I can say this company is completely legitimate, fairly priced, and delivers excellent customer service. We were literally singing in the rain in Sintra. Both Mártim and Thiago took all the pressure off me. I went with the recommended package – best decision I made. As the saying goes, time flies when you’re dancing in the rain. Obrigado
Harshil P.
Matheus did a great job photographing my surprise proposal. My Fiance had no idea and he did an amazing job looking hidden and photographing the entire thing. he helped with the poses and everything and did an amazing job! We loved the final results and he really took the time to capture our most memorable moments and we would definitely recommend booking with them!
Niels H.
The whole process of planning a proposal shoot was extremely smooth and both Martim and Matheus were very helpful with the selection of the perfect spot and setup. I really appreciated Matheus’ flexibility on the day and the shoot itself was very relaxed and professional. Of course the pictures turned out amazing as well – thank you very much!! 🙏
Avery F.
What a wonderful experience! From booking to communicating details, to meeting up for the shoot, to receiving our photos; Martim and Thiago were amazing. They were so easy to work with, flexible, kind, professional and talented! You absolutely need to book your photography session here.
Matt S.
Martim had incredible communication connecting me with Matheus. Matheus led a phenomenal engagement photo session that we’ll never forget. He helped plan and organize it, and got back photos in 2 short days! 5/5 would recommend!
Zarah A.
It was such a wonderful experience. Thiago was sweet and definitely worked with what I was looking for. Martim was great in coordinating and being flexible with my allotted time.
Sheila C.
I used MD Photography on my recent family vacation. We had our photos taken at Praia de Carcavelos and the experience was very relaxed and stress free, even with my 1 year old daughter. The photographer did a great job maintaining my daughter’s focus and the pictures came out stunning! Would highly recommend them and use them again for future trips to Lisbon!
Carlos M.
Can’t say enough good things about Martim and his team! Thiago was friendly, professional, and took some of the best pictures! He made the experience extremely special and I cannot thank him enough.
Nicole B.
We had an incredible experience with MD Fotografia and our photographer, Tiago. He was amazing—friendly, professional, and made the whole process so easy to set up. Tiago was a wonderful addition to our visit to Lisbon, capturing beautiful memories in such a fun and natural way. Highly recommend!
Ryan S.
Easy to organize. The process of booking and paying for this experience was convenient. The photographer was great. He made us feel comfortable and gave us plenty of suggestions. At the end, the photos came out fabulous! Completely happy with the service
Dong Yuan C.
Great price and experience, photos turned out amazing and the entire process was super fun and easy!! Highly recommend
Nabeel A. K.
Our experience for the photoshoot was amazing. Our guide Matheus was very knowledgeable and took amazing pictures of our family.
Margarida C.
I did a session with my family and loved it! Very friendly and professional. He let us feel at ease to do what we wanted and didn’t impose poses, as many photographers do. I loved it and recommend it!
Inês T. C.
The best photographs we have of our family were taken by Martim. Thank you!
Praveen M.
Eduardo was very good and gave such good photos of the engagement very professional and courteous.
João C.
Great service with top quality professional photographers
Robert S.
We had a wonderful time!!
Frequently asked questions
Helpful answers before you book your session.
How can I book a photo session?
You can request your session on our booking page. Choose your preferred date, package and location, and we will confirm availability shortly.
What should I wear for the photo session?
Choose clothing that makes you feel confident and comfortable. Neutral or soft tones usually work beautifully with Lisbon’s natural light and timeless city textures.
Can I reschedule if it rains?
Yes. We are flexible with weather-related rescheduling and will help you find the best alternative date or time whenever possible.
Do you help with choosing locations?
Yes. We can recommend locations based on your style, light preferences, privacy level and the type of session you want.
Ready to create your own experience?
If you are planning a trip to Portugal and want elegant, natural photographs with a relaxed and professional team, request your session today.