About

Newly engaged couple in an intimate close-up at the cobblestoned Washington Mews in Greenwich Village, NYC — he's kissing her while she glows at the camera — romantic engagement photography by Lizz Spano Photography, New York City engagement photographer.

Lizz Spano, New York City photographer, in her beloved Gramercy Park neighborhood — a candid portrait of the woman behind Lizz Spano Photography.

Hi, I'm Lizz

I never miss a moment.

I got my first camera when I was six years old, studied photography in art school, and spent over a decade in hospitality shooting food. I'll always love the art of capturing a dish but after beating cancer in 2020, I became increasingly drawn to people — their connections, their passions, their stories, the life that happens when you're making other plans. I pinch myself every day that I'm able to do what I love.

I also love being a New Yorker. I've lived in Gramercy Park for twenty-plus years and spend summers in Saratoga Springs. The hidden corners, the perfect light, THAT backdrop — just so happens that's my specialty. See a scene in a movie for a split second? I know exactly where it is. If that's where you want your photos, leave it to me.

I photograph couples, families, expecting parents, vacationers, creatives and brands who want photos that you'll always come back to — in New York City, upstate, or wherever else life takes you.

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What'S shaped my eye

The foundations

food taught me

compostion

Styling a dish means every element in the frame has a purpose — the light, the balance, the details that draw your eye exactly where they should. That obsessive attention to what belongs in a frame and what doesn't? I bring it to every session I shoot.

Young girl standing confidently with hands on hips inside a vintage blue wooden boat on the beach at Avalon, New Jersey, hair blowing in the ocean breeze — Lizz Spano Photography, New Jersey family photographer

New York taught me

timing

The city moves fast and doesn't repeat itself. Twenty-plus years here has taught me to stay ready, stay present, and never look away. The best shot is always about to happen.

Couple gazing at each other closely and smiling on a park bench at Washington Square Park in New York City, in black and white — Lizz Spano Photography, New York City couples photographer

People taught me

connection

The real work begins before I start snapping — matching an energy, building a trust, making you feel so comfortable you forget I'm even there. And that's when it happens — the something you couldn't plan for, the moment that turns a good photo into an unforgettable one.

Expecting couple gazing tenderly at each other beside the lake at Central Park, the husband resting his hand on her bump, hat in hand, in black and white — Lizz Spano Photography, New York City maternity photographer

A little more about me

The stuff that doesn't fit anywhere else.

But feels important anyway.

I'm obsessed with personal style.

I'm an Aries (yes, your photos will be that good.)

I love going out to eat. We'll probably talk about our favorite restaurants.

I've lived in the same neighborhood for 25 years and share my apartment with my husband and our 17 year old cat, Cynthia.

I've seen my favorite band over 300 times. Ask me during our shoot who it is.

Testimonial

"our forever photographer"

"forever photographer"

FAMILY SESSION, NYC

"We've worked with Lizz since I was pregnant — she's our 'Forever Photographer'. She keeps everyone engaged and excited the whole time and makes our shoots feel like a walk in the park (literally!). Everytime we see the photos, we are blown away — she captures our family exactly as we are, year after year. Book her now, before she gets too busy!!"

— Cristina S.