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Big Weddings
When you look at your wedding photos, I hope you’ll fondly remember the goofy faces I made to make you smile, or the hilarious pose I struck to get that perfect angle for a shot. I prioritize communication, connection, and clear expectations throughout the process, so you’ll know exactly what to expect each step of the way, freeing you up to focus on the most important moments of your big day instead of the logistics.
The Experience
Step 1: Facetime Chat
After reading through this guide, the next step is to book a consultation with me to discuss your needs, get to know each other, and chat about your preferences and expectations.
Step 2: Make Things Official!
If we’re a good fit and you’d like to move forward, I’ll send you a proposal with a contract and invoice to make our partnership official. Once you submit it, your date is secured on my calendar and you can breathe a sigh of relief knowing you just found your dream wedding photographer!
Step 3: Get Prepped
During the weeks and months leading up to your weddings, I’ll act as a personal guide, tips and tricks, and more. If you choose to do an engagement session, we’ll schedule it for a few months before your wedding, and create a detailed shot list for the day of.
Step 4: Engagement Session
It’s time to capture this special, fleeting season with beautiful photos! Your engagement session is a great opportunity to get comfortable with me and my camera and practice taking pictures together. Plus, you can use the photos for Save the Dates, wedding websites, and more!
Step 5: Cue the Wedding Bells!
The big day has finally arrived. It’s going to be great! I’ll get to your venue early to scout out the layout and lighting. Thanks to all the planning and prep we’ve done, you can simply relax and enjoy the moment while I do my thing!
Step 6: Gallery Delivery
I’ll send you a few sneak peek photos within a few days of your wedding to get you excited, then your full gallery will be delivered 5-6 weeks later. You can download and print them yourself, or I can create an heirloom-quality photo album for you. Pro tip: Plan a date night with your new spouse to look through the photos together and relive the joy of that day all over again!
What to expect on your wedding day
The more thorough planning we do beforehand, the more you can go on ‘autopilot’ the day of your wedding and simply stay present! I’ve created a sample timeline below to help you visualize the flow of your wedding day as it pertains to photography. We’ll chat about any unique needs/wishes you may have on your consultation call, and then we’ll go over your timeline together several weeks before your wedding to make sure we’re on the same page and ready to go.
Sample Timeline
Bridal/ groom details
Wedding party prep
First look
Couple portraits
Wedding party portraits
Reception details
Ceremony
Package Includes
Essentials
Online gallery
From 6-8 hours of coverage
Sneak peek photos delivered in 3-7 days
6-8 weeks turnaround time
Travel within 50 miles of San Jose, CA included
Online print store - you can select photos to print
Custom Wedding day Timeline - schedule planning
Vendor recommendations
Add-ons (optional)
Second photographer
Rehearsal dinner coverage
Bridal photoshoot
Additional hours of service
Collections start from $2800
“Iza is very patient and professional. Her shots are amazing. We were instructed to just be ourselves and enjoy the moments which turned out to be great. Love her style of photography and we cannot wait to do another milestone photoshoot with her! Definitely recommend Iza.”
— Mary-Ann
“Omg omg omg omg! Iza is a magician with her art. I can’t believe we created these beautiful moments. She was a joy to spend time with and now my favourite photographer. Thank you so much for your passion and love. Your elliptical storytelling through these photos makes us want to stare a while longer. Each photo is iconic. You have created magic Iza 🤗”
—Prachi
Frequently Asked Questions
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My photography style is centered around capturing genuine, authentic moments. I won't force any contrived or artificial poses that feel unnatural. No staged scenes, no forced smiles – just the real, heartfelt moments. We'll collaborate to create authentic memories together. While I'm capable of taking stunning images against a beautiful sunset, that's not my primary focus. Although I could simply observe and capture good shots as a passive presence at your wedding, that's not my approach. This won't be an afternoon filled with rigid posing. I won't be directing you to tilt a certain way or constantly adjust your dress while smiling at the camera. It means much more to me than that.
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My packages usually include pre-wedding consultations, coverage on the day of the event, high-resolution edited images, an online gallery for viewing and sharing, and options for prints or albums.
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Absolutely! I offer customizable packages to suit your specific needs. If you require additional hours of coverage or want to tailor a package, I'm more than happy to accommodate.
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Typically, the editing process takes around 6-8 weeks. However, I provide sneak peeks or a few edited images shortly after the event, so you can have something to cherish while waiting for the complete set.
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Yes, engagement sessions are available and are a wonderful way for us to get to know each other before the wedding day. It also allows you to get comfortable in front of the camera and have some beautiful images to cherish.
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Absolutely! I encourage couples to share their vision and any specific shots they'd like to include. A shot list helps ensure that I capture all the important moments and details that matter most to you.
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Absolutely! I'm here to assist you throughout the planning process. I can offer advice on timelines, locations for the walk and receptions, vendors, and any other details you might need assistance with.
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You email me, we set up a quick video call to chat and make sure we're a good match, and then I'll send over a contract and invoice that you can handle with just a few clicks.
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I love embracing whatever weather conditions we encounter because they often add a beautiful and distinctive touch to the photos. However, if the weather is severe enough that it would either create an unpleasant experience during a wedding or potentially damage my equipment, I'm completely open to rescheduling if it is possible for you.
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Hopefully a situation like this won’t occur. And if it happens, it would only happen if circumstances were beyond my control (such as acts of God, illness, or unforeseen circumstances like death). In this unlikely event, I will make every effort to find a replacement photographer whom I trust and who shares a similar style, although I'm not legally obligated to do so. If I'm unable to attend your wedding, you will receive a refund of your money.
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Once a deposit has been placed for a specific date and circumstances require you to cancel, the initial deposit is legally non-refundable.
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Your online gallery has an online print store where you can select photos to print.
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I do! I can only take 2-3 destination weddings this year.
Let’s have a chat to customize your package
I strive to curate a meaningful experience, an adventure that becomes your tale. My focus is to authentically capture your genuine, candid love from my viewpoint.