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The Best of Both Worlds
With our investment in Fujifilm medium format, the GFX 100s, you can now request that we capture vivid memories of your wedding day in breathtaking details that replicate the dreamy look and feel of analog film while having the advantage of modern digital technology.
Classic Film
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Modern Digital
We are proud to offer an immersive photography experience that combines the best of both analog and digital for our future clients who seek a more vintage style. This breakthrough was achieved by a team of Fujifilm engineers, with 85 years of research in color imaging, who created film simulations to match the chemistry and color science of Fujifilm's film stocks.
Digital cameras are capable of much higher sensitivity to light and the autofocus can perform better in very low light situations. Film provides a classic look, impressive high levels of detail and depth. It can capture skin tones, grains, and colors more beautifully and a richer tonality.
Telling Your Story in Vivid Detail
For the discerning bride
There is an inherent beauty in sharing the experiences and memories we create with loved ones. We align with couples who value the elegance of film photography. Those who love to create timeless photos while spending time with friends and family without worrying on complicated lists of poses. Request a discovery call with us to discuss the possibility of adding our world-class "digital film" service to your wedding day.
Etherial colors, grittiness of grain, detailed highlights and shadows — we love the soft and natural look that we're able to achieve from using a hybrid analog + digital system.
We use Fujifilm to create remarkably detailed images that reach further and deeper into scenes to reveal amazing color fidelity and rich shadow detail, all with enough dynamic range to allow for astonishing push and pull adjustments in post-production, obtaining similar effects of real film in a dark room.
Naturalistic image quality
Photography is a practice of pursuing perfection, a continual balance between searching for quality and having total control that allows for the perfect image to exist between the moments that are seen and unseen.
Real life moments unfolding in front of our cameras is a magical recipe that preserves your memories in a timeless way. It expresses the importance of your history and heritage through colors and textures.
Prioritizing Speed
Each image has to be carefully thought out before pressing the shutter, this is what makes photography so unique and exciting. Although there is a pressure to get the shot without second guessing. With our medium format digital we have the ability to capture more than the typical 16 exposures, and — instead of having to stop and change film — we can continue taking photographs in a fast paced environment.
Offsetting our carbon footprint
Speaking of which, the chemicals used in film photography can be harmful to the environment if they are not disposed of properly. These chemicals include developers, fixers, bleaches, and stops, which can contaminate water sources, harm aquatic life, and contribute to air pollution.
For example, fixers often contain silver, which can be toxic to the environment if it ends up in water systems. Film photography generates plastic trash that often can't be recycled, this is why we prefer a digital medium format.
High Resolution
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Film Color Science
Fujifilm’s legacy has helped create one of the most widely-acclaimed digital color science in the world.
Today, we are able to take advantage of this incredible reproduction to achieve our artistic vision — true to life colors that our clients desire.
In-house editing
The chances of something going wrong with your images has been minimized. It is no longer necessary to send rolls of film to a photo lab and risk shipments being lost in the mail. We back up your precious memories in multiple ways during the process.
Medium format digital has an amazing look and feel that replicates film.
Your photos are very precious to us
You can relax knowing that at every event a backup copy is created the same instant the shutter button is pressed. This is a technological advancement that all film cameras simply cannot do. Plus we always bring extra equipment just in case.
Moments that are true to your story
What you really want is to get photos that have the following benefits and features:
- Compelling composition
- Storytelling moments
- Display of emotions
- Unique colors
- Epic lighting
Our goal is to deliver world-class images that are intentional with lots of soul and purpose.
Each image we take is part of our style in life: beautiful and timeless. There is nothing that comes close than to having a camera in our hands and capturing the significance of all those fleeting moments between your family and friends.
With almost two decades of working with wonderful couples like yourselves, we have the acquired knowledge and skill set required to create visually striking photographs.
Photography cost?
Hybrid analog + digital photography is based on a flat rate starting at $5200 with 8 hours of wedding coverage and can be customized with hourly increments. A retainer of 50% is due at the time of booking to reserve your date. Additional coverage is $650 per hour (Saturday rate). After midnight the price increases to $750 per hour.
Entire day is photographed within the hours purchased including indoor and outdoor locations. Booking includes a complimentary engagement, beautiful images, and online access with print rights. Custom products can be added separately to enhance your experience.
As a husband and wife team we accept a limited amount of weddings per year to give you the attention you need. When you book with Ivan Garcia Studio, you get the the owners for your wedding day – we never send another team on our behalf. This ensures that you get the highest quality possible.
How to book
You can easily request a date with a few easy steps on using our form below - enter your full name, email and fill out the details section along with the desired date, guest count, timeline, venue and mood board. If you require assistance, do not hesitate to message me.
Coverage duration
Photography coverage begins at your home or hotel for preparations, church or venue for the ceremony along with family formals immediately after, and wedding party + romantic portraits can be done at either a separate location en-route or the reception venue.
Gift options
Do you know someone who deserves the gift of memories? This is a unique way to show your love and appreciation. They will be very thankful for your thoughtfulness. Why not gift them natural and emotional portraits that they will treasure forever?
Outfit changes and looks?
Sessions: As many outfits changes as time allows. If the weather is hot we recommend renting a studio.
Turnaround and delivery?
Our standard turnaround time is 6 to 8 weeks from the date of your wedding. Rush incurs extra cost.
Cancellations and refunds?
No refunds are issued for retainer fees in case of cancellation. Rescheduling is based availability.
Please provide as much information as possible and explain how you've planned your day and what you'd like photographed. Mention the number of venues, the size of your guest list, how much driving will be required between, and a timeline of events for your day.