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IVORY + BLISS
WELCOME
hey there! you’re probably overwhelmed with all the wedding
information out there, but don’t worry, you’re not alone. we are
here to help make your lives a little easier!
the information in this planning guide is meant to help you through (almost) all of your photography-related questions, so you can be relaxed and excited for your big day.
if you still have questions afterwards, don’t hesitate to get in touch! we are here for you every step of the way and would love to set up
a time to meet with you to discuss more about your big day!
W E A R E B L E S S E D T O H A V E S U C H
W O N D E R F U L C L I E N T S & C A N ’ T
W A I T T O G E T T O K N O W Y O U B E T T E R !
XOXO
MEET LINDSAY
i’m lindsay, the owner, wedding photographer, and designer of ivory+bliss. i love being able to share in the love of two individuals and feel blessed to get to work with such wonderful people each day!
based out of cedar rapids, ia, i’ve been shooting weddings for over twelve years now. it is crazy to think of where we started and how far we’ve grown!
everything i do comes down to one simple goal-to make the lives of my clients easier. if that means coming up with achievable decor and floral ideas, creating your invitations, bustling your dress on your wedding day, or coordinating timelines, i am here to help you make the wedding of your dreams become a reality!
when i'm not photographing weddings, you can find me either cuddled in bed with my hubby nate, and our two boys mason + theo, or probably at target! i love to travel,
instagram my face off, and couldn’t live without chocolate cream cold brews, sweets, or my teeny bopper tv shows! my all time celebrity crush is jason bateman (who i just recently freaking MET during a Q+A during their smartless podcast tour!) and i don’t care who knows it, and i am
embarrassingly, still afraid of the dark!
let's connect
“A PORTRAIT IS NOT MADE IN THE CAMERA BUT ON THE OTHER SIDE OF IT.”
-EDWARD STEICHEN
COLLECTIONS
DETAILS
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8 hours of coverage
online gallery of all images
print rights
free travel within 1 hour
free stationary design
9 hours of coverage
online gallery of all images
print rights
free travel within 1 hour
free stationary design
free engagement session
10 hours of coverage
online gallery of all images
print rights
free travel within 1 hour
free stationary design
free engagement session
$4,125
$4,500
$4,875
All wedding collections include high-res digital edited images and a single photographer.
Check out our A La Carte section for more products & services.
All services are subject to sales tax.
OFF SEASON
Weddings between December-March will receive $500 off any package
OFF SEASON
“EVERYTHING HAS BEAUTY, BUT NOT EVERYONE SEES IT.”
CONFUCIUS
stationEry design
save the dates
invitations
rsvp cards
detail cards
rehearsal dinner invitations
bridal shower invitations
bachelorette invitations
thank you cards
WEDDING PAPER
reception paper
programs
menu cards
place cards
welcome signs
seating charts
bar menus
food menus
dessert menus
AS A THANK YOU FOR BOOKING YOUR PHOTOGRAPHY WITH US,
WE OFFER
FREE STATIONeRY DESIGN.
HERE ARE SOME COMMON SIZES + ITEMS WE DESIGN:
$1.50/each
press printed card
double sided printing
comes in quantities of 25
white envelopes included
*save the dates
*rsvp cards
*detail cards
*thank you cards
4 x 5.5
5 x 7
$2 /each
press printed card
double sided printing
comes in quantities of 25
white envelopes included
*invitations
*rehearsal dinner invitations
*bridal shower invitations
*bachelorette invitations
4 X 8 |. 5.5 X 11
$2.25 /each
press printed card
double sided printing
comes in quantities of 25
*programs
*menu cards
DON’T SEE THE ITEM OR SIZE YOU ARE LOOKING FOR?
EMAIL US FOR A CUSTOM PRICING!
A LA CARTE
ALL PRODUCTS SUBJECT TO SALES TAX SHIPPING AVAILABLE FOR $15 PER ITEM
4x6 - $4
5x7 - $7
8x10 - $15
11x14 - $30
set of 8 wallets - $10
16x20 - $100
20x30 - $125
24x30 - $150
24x36 - $175
30x40 - $200
16x20 - $200
20x30 - $250
24x30 - $300
24x36 - $350
30x40 - $400
LOOSE PRINTS
foam mount
canvas wrap
ASK ABOUT ADDITIONAL PRODUCTS & SERVICES. WE WOULD BE HAPPY TO PUT TOGETHER A CUSTOM COLLECTION.
add ons
albums
additional hours: $375 / hour
additional photographer: $1,000
a la carte engagement session: $750
additional album spreads: $30 / spread
custom 4x2 inch album debossing: $75
custom 7x3 inch album debossing: $90
8x8 custom album: $750
10x10 custom album: $1,000
12x12 custom album: $1,250
*all albums are from Red Tree Albums,
includes 15 spreads, 30 pages
and your choice of linen or leather cover
THE ENGAGEMENT SESSION
IF THERE’S A SPECIAL LOCATION YOU’D LIKE TO USE FOR YOUR ENGAGEMENT SESSION, LET US KNOW! WE ARE ALWAYS UP FOR EXPANDING OUR PORTFOLIO!
let’s face it, when we are feeling ourselves,
you can read it on our faces, am i right ladies?! we want you feeling confident and beautiful during your session! if you want to get glammed up for your engagement session check out our beauty vendor list!
add more personality to your photos by choosing the location of your session!
whether it’s the local coffee shop or a local park where you first met your soon-to-be spouse, let us know if there is a place that is sentimental to you!
we typically like to do your engagement session 9-12 months before your wedding date so that you can get your save the dates out in time. we typically photograph
engagement sessions monday - thursday, around 1.5 hours before sunset!
wear something that makes you feel comfortable and confident! patterns, bold colors, and accessories photograph really well. feel free to get creative with your wardrobe! we highly recommend rocking just one outfit so you can spend your time having fun, and not changing a lot.
OUTFITS
LOCATION
scheduling
hair + makeup
“I’VE NEVER FELT VERY COMFORTABLE IN FRONT OF THE CAMERA, BUT AFTER GETTING OUR PHOTOS BACK, IT WAS LIFE-CHANGING. I CAN’T WAIT TO FIND AN EXCUSE TO BOOK ANOTHER SESSION WITH IVORY+BLISS”
- HANNAH BENDER
+ WHAT IS REQUIRED TO OFFICIALLY BOOK MY DATE?
FAQ
+ CAN YOU TELL ME MORE ABOUT YOUR TEAM?
+ WHO ARE YOUR FAVORITE VENDORS TO WORK WITH?
a 50% retainer and signed contract is required in order to get your wedding day on the calendar and officially book with us. a month prior to your wedding, the remainder of the balance is due.
everything you see on our website + instagram is a complete mix of all of our shooters on our team. everyone goes through a year long training before they officially join our team. we are lucky that everyone shares the same style, but also has unique traits that make that are special to them. we are proud to be able to give you an amazing experience, from everyone on our team!
almost all 50+ weddings that we shoot a year, we do solo. we have back up equipment for everything, and lots of experience making us more than capable of getting all of the great shots you could possibly need. if you are someone who likes the peace of mind as a second shooter as insurance, you are more than welcome to contract one in for an additional cost if one is available.
+ DO I NEED A SECOND SHOOTER?
+ HOW MANY IMAGES WILL I RECIEVE?
for an 8-10 hour wedding, we typically deliver at least 750 images or more, and for engagements, typically around 150 images or more. all images we deliver are edited and in high resolution.
+ WHAT IS THE FREE STATIONERY DESIGN YOU OFFER?
as a thank you for booking your photography with us, we offer free stationery design! we're essentially a hidden graphic design business in a photography business, haha. that means anything you need help with, such as save the dates, invites, place cards for your reception, etc, we design, free of charge. you just have to pay for printing through us! common sizes, things we design, and pricing can be found in our pricing guide.
If you are looking for a graphic designer for your wedding stationery we got you covered there! otherwise, we would love to send you to our favorite florist, coordinator, dj, decor place, and caterer! we have worked with some of the best companies in the industry and would love to share their information with you! we have a list of preferred vendors in our pricing guide we can send to you after you inquire.
"WHILE WE OBSESSED OVER HAVING THE PERFECT WEDDING, AFTER EVERYTHING WAS SAID AND DONE, OUR FAVORITE MEMORIES WERE THE ONES THAT DIDN'T GO EXACTLY AS PLANNED"
- AUDREY + REESE THOMPSON
CEREMONY TIPS
everyone loves an outdoor ceremony, and we sure do too! from the
beautiful natural lighting, a scenic backdrop, a relaxed more intimate vibe, theres lots of reasons why couples choose this over getting
married inside a church.
but the one most common mistake that couples make, that result in not so great photos, is the time of day and placement of the ceremony in
comparison to the sun. having your ceremony too early can result in sun shining directly in your face while saying your i do’s or blinding your guests as well. this results in sun spots in your photos, and squinting faces.
placing your ceremony in shade, or even lighting is the best way to ensure that your photos will be free of sun spots, squinty faces, or bad lighting. choose a spot that has gorgeous backdrops, and the sun is shining from behind the alter. this will back light the couple and all of your important photos such as the kiss will be gorgeous!
WE ARE HAPPY TO HELP DETERMINE THE BEST START TIME, AND TIMELINE FOR YOUR CEREMONY, AND EVENTS BEFORE AND AFTER, AS WELL AS LOCATION OF THE CEREMONY FOR BEST LIGHTING SO THAT YOUR PHOTOS ARE AS GORGEOUS AS EVER
PREFERRED VENDORS
E V E N T D E S I G N E R :
the pretty golden
white willow events
honey + joy events
soiree events
D A Y O F C O O R D I N A T O R :
the pretty golden
F L O R I S T :
studio bloom
blushing garden
unique events of iowa
hydrangea bloom
D E C O R :
the pretty golden
borrow my vintage
unique events of iowa
P H O N E G U E S T B O O K S :
the pretty golden
S T A T I O N E R Y :
us, duh! :)
the pretty golden
E V E N T D J :
center stage productions
D E S S E R T S :
take the cake
sugar flower cakes
sprinkled confections by amy
C A T E R E R :
peppercorn food company
zest catering
V E N U E S :
little lights on the lane
walker homestead
the harmac
willow on grand
hotel millwright
ashton hill galena
surety hotel
V I D E O G R A P H Y :
graphic formation films
masterson media
kara krantz videography
rpm media
H A I R + M A K E U P :
aurora blush
house of beauty by bekah
her salon