Wedding & Portrait Photographer
Cedar Rapids, Iowa City,
Des Moines, Quad Cities & Beyond
wedding & engagement photography
Capture the Details
On your wedding day, I believe that every emotion, moment, and detail is important. From champagne toasts with your girls, teary-eyed vows with your love, and dancing with your dad – each joyous second should be captured so you can remember it forever.
As I've photographed weddings over the past few years, I've really come to value the unexpected, intimate moments that take place on a wedding day. I have a passion for documenting genuine emotions and connections but doing so in an elegant, soft, and refined way; The hug your mom gives you before you leave your dressing room, the tear that falls down your groom's cheek when he sees you walking down the aisle, the way the two of you lean your heads together during the toasts and the little looks you exchange throughout your day.
Those are moments that will live on forever engrained in your hearts and minds. Your wedding day goes beyond the shoes you wear or the napkins you choose. It's a celebration of not only a union but a celebration of priceless moments along the way.
the wedding experience
for easy going, laid-back couples that are best friends and lovers.
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gallery
-a collection of featured weddings
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process
-a timeline of the wedding experience
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investment
-wedding investment details
capture every detail
Whats next
After shooting 100+ weddings I have learned how to create wedding day timeline to fit your wedding day. The average wedding usually ends up being around 8-10 hours and I want to capture your entire wedding day from start to finish (details, getting into your dress, all the portraits, ceremony, family photos, reception, etc). I don't charge by the hour because you deserve your entire wedding day captured!
How many hours of coverage is included?
We create a custom timeline based on a wedding day questionnaire that you fill out a few months prior to your wedding. This will include all the shots you are wanting, important details about your day and important people you want photos with. However we bring our own style and instructions on posing so you wont need to worry about that!
Do you work from a shot list?
Hell yes! My first wedding was actually in Jamaica if you can believe it! I LOVE to travel wether it is for your engagement or wedding day. I have shot at some of the most beautiful places around the world and have so much more exploring to do. If you are interested in a DESTINATION WEDDING let's chat!
Do you travel?
It is highly encouraged to take advantage of your complimentary engagement session so that we can get to know each other and get you both comfortable in front of the camera before your wedding.
Do we have to use our complimentary engagement session?
Wedding galleries are delivered within 8-12 weeks and engagement galleries are delivered within 2-3 weeks. You will be able to view, download and print directly within your gallery.
I allow you to freely share your images without adding a watermark to it.
When will I receive my gallery?
frequently asked questions
Lexi & Adam Cain
We cannot thank Liana and Chevy enough for capturing our wedding day so beautifully. From start to finish, they were an absolute dream to work with—professional, kind, and so much fun. They made us feel completely at ease in front of the camera and went above and beyond to ensure every special moment was captured perfectly. Looking back at our photos, we are overwhelmed with how stunning, genuine, and timeless they are. Thanks to them, we’ll be able to relive the magic of our day forever. We are so grateful and would recommend Liana and Chevy a thousand times over!
Genuine & Timeless...
Ali & Tanner Arzola
I can't recommend Oak and Ivory Photography enough! Liana and her husband Chevy made our engagement session and wedding unforgettable. Liana's talent shines through in her work, and she delivers beautifully edited photos quickly. What impressed me most was her natural editing style—no heavy filters, just authentic colors.
From the moment we started working with her, she made the experience fun and relaxed. She even sent us sneak peeks of our photos on the same day, which is unheard of for most photographers! Liana's kindness and personable nature made us feel at ease, even during those awkward posing moments. Her guidance in positioning and capturing our special moments was exceptional.
Overall, Oak and Ivory Photography is a standout choice. Liana and Chevy are not just skilled photographers but also wonderful people to work with. I would give them an 11/10 if I could!
An unforgettable experience..
Seanna & Brandon VenHorst
Out of all wedding vendors, your photography company is hands down the most important. These will be the pictures you’ll look back at for the rest of your life! Liana and Chevy with oak and ivory photography are the kind of people you want with you on your wedding day! From the stunning editing style, the amazing communication they have with you during the entire process and the efficiency they offer I’m not sure why you wouldn’t want them as your photographer!
Day of can be stressful, chaotic, and overwhelming but I knew I was in good hands with them! They ensured we stayed on time and still got every image we wanted! Me and my husband were SO happy with our sneak peak and we absolutely cannot wait to see the rest. I would give them their flowers over and over again if I could!!
A dynamic duo...
Natalie & Ryne Miller
If you’re trying to decide which photographer to choose, let me make it easy—go with Oak & Ivory Photography!
Liana was truly one of the best photographers I’ve ever worked with. From the moment we reached out, she was incredibly responsive, easy to communicate with, and genuinely invested in bringing our vision to life. She took the time to ask thoughtful questions and understand exactly what we wanted, which made us feel confident and cared for throughout the entire process.
Our photos turned out absolutely perfect, and a big part of that was Liana’s preparation and attention to detail. She had locations, timing, and poses planned ahead of time, so all we had to do was show up, relax, and enjoy the experience. Her organization made everything feel effortless.
On top of being incredibly talented, Liana was so much fun to work with. She brought great energy to our wedding day and did an amazing job keeping things relaxed, enjoyable, and as stress-free as possible. We couldn’t be happier with our photos and would recommend Oak & Ivory Photography to anyone looking for a photographer who is professional, creative, and truly exceptional. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
So beautiful...
Emily & Braden Albert
We had an amazing experience working with Liana and her team at Oak and Ivory Photography. From our engagement photos through our wedding day, she was incredibly organized, intentional, and efficient every step of the way. She made the entire photography process feel effortless and stress-free by clearly communicating poses, ideas, and her vision throughout the day.
Their attention to detail in capturing so many meaningful milestone moments was truly special, and it shines through in every photo. The quality of their work is absolutely stunning. Liana and her team perfectly captured candid moments while also expertly organizing our entire wedding party for group photos with ease.
Liana is incredibly talented, professional, and such a joy to work with. We cannot recommend Oak and Ivory Photography enough!
Worth every penny...
The Oak & Ivory Couple
Is this you?
Values quality and connection
Is in love with the finer details
Is always ready for an adventure
Is classy but still has a lot of fun.
