Tell us a little bit about your business.

Iris Marie Photography, named after my grandmother’s first name (Iris) and my middle name (Marie), specializes in capturing luxury and intimate weddings near and far. Based in Pittsburgh and willing to travel, I take pride in creating timeless art and memories for my couples, while offering a truly memorable and one-of-a-kind experience. In addition to digital photography, I offer analog options, including polaroids, a film simulation options, wedding day vlog coverage, and Super 8 film videography, ensuring that your special moments are preserved in a unique and meaningful way. In addition to these awesome add-ons, I vow to help you preserve your memories in heirloom albums or enlarged prints so they don’t live trapped in the iCloud somewhere. The options are endless.

Please know – I am always here to help my couples through the wedding process in every way I can. Meaning, I’ll tell you everything I know as an industry insider and wedding creative. I won’t just be your photographer, but your biggest supporter.

What makes your work unique?

Your experience is my top priority, which is why I limit the number of couples I work with each year. While a final gallery filled with moments of love, laughter, and joy is important, so is the journey to get there. My goal is to capture genuine emotions, personalities, and the connection between couples wildly in love, while making sure the entire process is enjoyable. Rather than showing up as a stranger on your wedding day, my goal is to become your bestie behind the lens leading up to your wedding day, creating a relaxed environment where you feel comfortable to be yourselves. This is what sets my work apart, as it creates genuine, heartfelt photos that will bring a smile to your face every time you look back at them.

What is your ideal client like?

My ideal client is someone who is ready for fun, open to new adventures, and passionate about preserving their memories through photography. They embrace a non-traditional approach, love trying new things, and are eager to capture real, unposed moments that tell the true story of their wedding day. They value a mix of timeless digital photography and nostalgic film options like 35mm or Super 8 videography, recognizing the beauty in both. Most importantly, they trust me to document their love in a way that’s authentic and full of emotion, creating memories they’ll cherish forever.

What is your approach to photography?

Providing a non-traditional storytelling approach to your wedding day is what I specialize in. I will capture moments as they naturally unfold, while focusing on documenting real emotions, interactions, and the essence of your love story. By fully embracing this documentary, fly-on-the-wall style, you allow me to capture the true beauty of your day, turning each moment into a piece of art. Whether through the timeless look of digital photography or the nostalgic charm of 35mm film and Super 8 film videography, I deliver authentic images that tell the story of your day in the most meaningful way. This approach ensures that your wedding photos are more than just pictures – they’re living memories, full of life and emotion.