Business Details
14 Years
experience
Award-Winning Los Angeles Wedding Photographer | Available Worldwide
Founded by Carsten Schertzer, Ilumina Studios is a globally recognized wedding photography business rooted in authenticity and artistic storytelling. With over 120 weddings documented across 16 countries, our approach combines creative documentary techniques and photojournalistic methods to capture genuine moments without intruding on the event. We prioritize 110% effort in every project, ensuring clients receive emotionally resonant images that endure generations. Our founder's journey from a homeless teenager to an award-winning photographer underscores our commitment to perseverance and excellence. Through international workshops, we share our philosophy of moment-driven photography, empowering other professionals to elevate their craft.Our global reach spans iconic locations like Prague, Sydney, and Los Angeles, offering clients flexibility without compromising quality. Every image reflects our promise to deliver unwavering dedication, technical mastery, and a stress-free experience. We specialize in transforming fleeting emotions into timeless visual narratives, blending artistic vision with technical precision. Our work has been featured in prestigious photography conferences, cementing our reputation as industry innovators. At Ilumina Studios, we believe photography is not just documentation but a legacy-building art form.
Services
Wedding Photography
Engagement Shoots
International Workshops
iPhoneography
Educational Content
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- We offer 8 years of global wedding photography experience across 16 countries
- Our founder teaches internationally recognized photography workshops
- We use a stress-free photojournalistic approach for authentic moments
- We provide worldwide service with local expertise in iconic locations
- Our team maintains 110% effort commitment to every wedding
What people say
Authentic moments captured
Stress-free experience
Globally experienced team
Artistic quality
Timeless results
Services
Wedding Photography
Our wedding photography service captures authentic moments through a creative documentary approach. Using photojournalistic techniques, we document your special day without disrupting natural interactions. With experience in 16 countries, we ensure timeless, emotionally rich imagery that preserves your unique story for generations.
People
Carsten Schertzer
Founder & Lead Photographer
From homeless teenager to award-winning photographer, Carsten has documented 120+ weddings globally. He teaches international workshops and speaks at photography conferences about authentic storytelling techniques.
Questions
What photography style does Ilumina Studios specialize in?
We specialize in creative documentary style combining photojournalistic techniques with artistic composition to capture authentic moments naturally.
Do you photograph weddings outside Los Angeles?
Yes, we serve clients worldwide with experience photographing weddings in 16 countries across four continents.
How many weddings have you photographed?
Over the past 8 years, we've documented over 120 weddings globally.
What makes your approach unique?
Our photojournalistic method allows unobtrusive documentation while maintaining artistic composition, ensuring genuine emotions and natural interactions.
Do you offer photography education?
Yes, we conduct international workshops teaching our philosophy and techniques to fellow wedding photographers.
