Chiara Barrasso & JE Lafaille Photographer & Videographer in Provence, Italy, Europe.
Ciao! And Welcome to Gioia. We are Chiara & Jean-Emmanuel, a duo of photographer and filmmaker based Provence, south of France. But also a married couple, two passionate about travel, Art, music, nature and discovering new cultures. After having been travelling for 13 years together and living in differrent cities, we decided to settle down in beautiful Provence. Yes, by the Sea, under the song of cicadas. This is where we feel at home. Provence is also an incredible source of inspiration for us.
After a career in engineering for Jean-Emmanuel and a master in marketing for Chiara, we decided to dedicate ourselves to our true passion. What we love is creating and sharing authentic and vibrant stories throught photography and filmmaking. Whether it is for fashion, destination weddings or events, we create visuals that tell your authentic story, without any artifices. Capturing fleeting moments to make them eternal is what makes photography and filmmaking so magical for us.
And why Gioia? Because we like sharing joy throught our visuals. As you may have guessed, our Italian heritage are a major inspiration for us. Whether through our photos or our films, we love capturing an emotion and sharing it. You can feel the Mediterranean, sunny and festive vibe in our creations. Although we are based in Provence, we travel everywhere in Europe and beyond.
We always work with people that are matching our vibe. And we limit the numbers of events and photoshoots we do every year, to keep creative and passionate. The human connection is the most important part of our work. So if you think we could work together, let’s live the Dolce Vita together and create your dream photos and videos. Whether it’s in Europe or anywhere else in the world, our suitcases are never too far away. Contact us to talk about you and your amazing project. We would love to hear about it
Chiara Barrasso & JE Lafaille Photographer & videographer in provence, Italy, Europe.
Ciao! And Welcome to Gioia. We are Chiara & Jean-Emmanuel, a duo of photographer and filmmaker based Provence, south of France. But also a married couple, two passionate about travel, Art, music, nature and discovering new cultures. After having been travelling for 13 years together and living in differrent cities, we decided to settle down in beautiful Provence. Yes, by the Sea, under the song of cicadas. This is where we feel at home. Provence is also an incredible source of inspiration for us.
After a career in engineering for Jean-Emmanuel and a master in marketing for Chiara, we decided to dedicate ourselves to our true passion. What we love is creating and sharing authentic and vibrant stories throught photography and filmmaking. Whether it is for fashion, destination weddings or events, we create visuals that tell your authentic story, without any artifices. Capturing fleeting moments to make them eternal is what makes photography and filmmaking so magical for us.
And why Gioia? Because we like sharing joy throught our visuals. As you may have guessed, our Italian heritage are a major inspiration for us. Whether through our photos or our films, we love capturing an emotion and sharing it. You can feel the Mediterranean, sunny and festive vibe in our creations. Although we are based in Provence, we travel everywhere in Europe and beyond.
We always work with people that are matching our vibe. And we limit the numbers of events and photoshoots we do every year, to keep creative and passionate. The human connection is the most important part of our work. So if you think we could work together, let’s live the Dolce Vita together and create your dream photos and videos. Whether it’s in Europe or anywhere else in the world, our suitcases are never too far away. Contact us to talk about you and your amazing project. We would love to hear about it
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Frequent questions
How do we work as a photo and video duo?
Most of the time, we work together as a photo and video duo. Chiara is the photographer, and Jean-Emmanuel is the filmmaker. However, we can also film together to capture two angles and points of view, which makes the film more dynamic and interesting. Additionally, we can provide a second photographer or second filmmaker if needed. We often recommend this for events with over 150 guests or for large venues that require a double shooter to cover the event properly.
Can we travel for events and photoshoots?
Yes, of course! We love traveling, and our suitcases are always ready to go. Although we are based in the south of France, we frequently travel to Italy, Corsica, Spain, and beyond, for work. If you’re organizing an event anywhere in the world, feel free to share all the details with us via the contact form. We’d love to hear about your project and discuss how we can bring it to life.
Do we offer drone services?
Yes, we use drones whenever possible during shoots and events. We are certified drone pilots and can apply for the necessary authorizations when needed. For us, it’s essential to include aerial photos or footage to provide context and showcase the beauty of a location from a “bird’s-eye view.” This is especially important for destination weddings and shoots in stunning locations.
How can we create your dream visuals?
First of all, we have an initial contact with you to understand your project, your needs, your vision, and your vibe. If we’re a good match and both agree we can create your dream photos and videos, we’ll send you the contract. Once it’s signed, we can start working together.
Next, we move on to the artistic phase: creating the moodboard, writing the scenario, and listing everything we’ll need. After that, we begin production. Whether it’s for fashion, destination weddings, or events, we capture your photos and videos according to your needs and goals.
Then comes post-production: we select and edit the photos, and for the video, we choose the best footage and edit the film. We always prioritize quality over quantity.
Finally, we deliver the final photos via a private online gallery and send you your film in 4K through a cloud drive.
How to book us?
You can contact us directly through our contact form and tell us all about you, your story, your project, and your needs. We’d be happy to hear from you and discuss how we can bring your vision to life. We can also offer artistic guidance based on our experience and vision.
If you’re in Provence, we’d love to have a coffee on a terrace to chat about your project. If you’re farther away, no worries – we can still share a virtual coffee via video call!
For us, the most important thing before working together is the human connection and ensuring that we’re a good match.
Do we speak english ?
Of course! We speak English fluently. We lived in beautiful, sunny Los Angeles, California, and we also speak a bit of Italian. Feel free to switch to the English version of our website if you haven’t already! 🙂