2026 The Gold Standard  | Wedding Collections

We’ve been shooting weddings for a long time. We do it because we love it. There’s just something about the joy, the community, the declarations of love and the champagne that make us so there’s no place we’d rather be.

WE OPERATE AS A TEAM OF FOUR.

This includes:

(Pre-Planning services)The Vision Process
Before we ever press the shutter, we immerse ourselves in your story—studying the dance of light across your venue, absorbing the cultural textures of your location, and crafting a visual narrative as unique as you both are, because your photographs should feel unmistakably yours.

(Day of) Artistic Direction & Lighting Design: From the movement of your veil to the arrangements of your reception table, we art-direct the details so you can be fully present.

1. SIGNATURE COLLECTION | $30,000

8 Hours of Bespoke Team Coverage

1. Principal Artist (Ivy): Cinematic direction + Portraiture.

2. Second Storyteller: Capturing documentary moments + layered perspectives.

3. Lighting/Digital Technician: Our Architect of Light & Integrity. Perfect exposures, meticulous backups & image processing on-site.

4. Dedicated Details Stylist: This stylist provides beauty touch-ups throughout the day after your beauty team has gone and ensures all fine details are camera-ready, including wardrobe, hair/makeup touch-ups, tabletop styling, etc.

Delivery of final art:

Exclusive Digital Vault: Instant proofing + lifetime sharing access to your archival collection with lifetime printing rights.

48-Hour Heirloom Delivery: Every perfected high-resolution file is delivered via a secured portal—there is no waiting and no compromise.

2. HEIRLOOM COLLECTION | $38,800

10 Hours with the Principal Artist + Full Creative Team and everything stated above. PLUS:

Engagement Narrative Session or Rehearsal Soirée Documentation with Ivy

A LA CARTE

• $3500 per Additional Hour

• $6000 Welcome Dinner or Engagement Session

• $2500 Heirloom Proof Box with prints of all files

• Bespoke Albums available by request

• All travel expenses are custom quoted

COMMON QUESTIONS:

Q: Do you use AI or automated editing for your images?

A: Absolutely not. Each photograph is hand-edited with intention—no batch processing, AI shortcuts, or generic presets. Your gallery receives the same meticulous care Ivy learned in the darkroom: custom color grading, bespoke retouching, and individual attention to every frame. This is the difference between mass-produced imagery and enduring art.

Q: Will my wedding photos be shared publicly on social media or your website?

A: Your privacy is sacred. While we’re proud of our work, no imagery will ever be shared without your explicit permission—we’re happy to sign NDAs and will always seek your approval before featuring anything publicly. The Gold Collective exists to serve your story, not our portfolio.

Q: Four team members seems extensive. Will they all be present simultaneously, and are meals required?

A: Thoughtful question. While all four specialists contribute throughout your day, we’re intentional about maintaining an unobtrusive presence—think of us as a precision ensemble, each stepping in only when needed to elevate your imagery. As for meals: absolutely not. Our team is entirely self-sufficient, so you can focus solely on celebrating.

For context, our lighting specialist typically focuses on first looks and portraits, while our second shooter prioritizes guest candids—this ensures no moment is missed without overcrowding. We will always bring snacks and meals unless you invite us to join.

Q: Do you offer film photography for weddings?

A: Absolutely—when it aligns with your vision. Film is my first love (hello, grandpa’s 35mm!), and I reserve it for couples who truly cherish its texture and timelessness. We’ll first discuss your aesthetic goals, logistics, etc., because when we shoot film, we do it intentionally, not incidentally.

Q: Is travel included in your collections?

A: Our California-based collections include travel within the state. For destinations beyond, we craft custom quotes that prioritize seamless logistics—you’ll find we handle flights, accommodations, and transportation with the same discretion and attention to detail as we do your photography.

We’ve documented weddings from Napa Valley to Cornwall, England. Whether your venue requires a coastal helicopter or international flights, we design travel plans that ensure our team arrives inspired and prepared.

For Transparency: Typical destination coverage includes:
Round-trip airfare for 2 team members
2 nights’ lodging at your preferred hotel or venue
Local transportation
(International weddings may include a scouting day)