CENGIZ (jen-gis)
YOUR PARISIAN PARTNER IN FUN
/ Overview
Meet CENGIZ
Cengiz, the heart and soul behind Kiss Me in Paris Photographer, is a proud dad, devoted pet parent, and an optimist with a passion for meeting new people. He treats couple sessions as a chance to laugh, celebrate and leave the daily rush behind; leans on nearly two decades of experience to make wedding days flow smoothly; turns solo shoots into friendly city strolls, hunting down flattering angles; and approaches family sessions—especially with little ones—with extra patience, playful prompts and a habit of taking a few extra frames to catch those smiles. His energy is infectious, and his eye for detail ensures you’ll look and feel your best while having genuine fun.
A little insider tip: Cengiz has a soft spot for Patrick Roger’s candied oranges in dark chocolate. You might want to plan a few extra minutes after your session.
When he’s not behind the camera, you might find Cengiz cheering on the Lakers, enjoying wood-oven pizza, playing with his beloved dog Brownie, or sharing a good Bordeaux with his wife. He’s proud to have been called the best destination wedding photographer in the world and, even more importantly, the best dad by his daughter, London.
Cengiz’s path to photography is unique. After earning an MBA from the Wharton School of Business and spending five years on Wall Street, he followed his true passion: photographing people and events.
I’ve worked with many talented photographers over the years, and Cengiz stands head and shoulders above everyone else in Paris.
Soraya, Luxury Concierge
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Cengiz’s Eye: Your Memories
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What Our Clients Say
Cengiz is a world‑class photographer. Even at 1 °C, he put us at ease and delivered beautiful photographs. His expertise from start to finish is exceptional and deserves special mention. He moved through the session with humility and friendliness, and now I understand why everyone chooses him as their point person. I’ll be tempted to hire him again for our pre‑wedding shoot—that’s how much I trust him. The pre‑edited photos blew me away—instant classics. You are extraordinary. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.
Kevin and Jane (edited excerpt)
Kevin and Jane.
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I had the pleasure of working with Cengiz for my Eiffel Tower proposal a few weeks ago, and the experience was incredible. I wanted a simple, public proposal by the Seine during blue hour, and he knew exactly how to make it happen. Even though we hadn’t met beforehand, I sent him a photo of what we were wearing and shared my location. When we arrived at the busy riverbank, I was a bit anxious about finding him—but he and his team were easy to spot and completely discreet. With just a quick wink from Cengiz, I knew everything was set. The photos turned out amazing. He’s a true creative and an absolute pleasure to work with.
Christopher Thacker | May 2025
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I would like to thank you for your attention to detail and your enthusiasm. I reached out to several companies to decide who could best assist with my Paris proposal, but the sincerity in your words won me over quickly. You’re the reason I chose to work with Kiss in Paris. Your advice on selecting a package, preparing and positioning for the proposal, and guiding Julie and me so gracefully during the event was invaluable. Thank you! 🙏🏽.
Joseph Gizzi, May 2025
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Areg & Monica
We had an amazing experience with Cengiz for our engagement photos in Paris! He was amazing to work with – professional, easygoing, and really talented. He made us feel comfortable the whole time, and the photos turned out better than we could have imagined. I highly recommend Cengiz if you’re looking for a photographer in Paris.
David Liu, September 2025
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