Moments by Ioana Stavar

•Ratings include Zola and Google reviews

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Prices start at $3,500

Elopement pricing

Prices start at $800

Packages

Prices start at $3,500

Offer from vendor

Three days Sneak Peek

All packages include a Sneak Peek delivered in three days after the wedding date.

About Moments by Ioana Stavar

Ioana Stavar Moments

Primary Photographer

Manhattan Wedding Photographer | Documentary Style by Ioana | Capturing authentic, documentary-style wedding photography in New York and Long Island. Originally from Transylvania, Ioana brings a timeless, European editorial feel to NYC elopements and luxury weddings.

Fulfilling a decade-long dream to create art in the US, Ioana specializes in personal, effortless experiences for couples who value authenticity over poses. Whether you’re planning an intimate West Village elopement or a grand New York wedding, she gently guides you to ensure you feel relaxed while she captures the moments that unfold naturally. P.S. She is from Transylvania and although she wishes she could live forever, she is not a vampire!

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Services

Services

  • Bride-only session
  • Engagement session
  • Extra hours
  • Image editing
  • Printing rights
  • Same-day edits
  • Second photographer

Photo formats

  • Digital

Deliverables

  • Digital files
  • Digital rights
  • Online gallery
  • Printed enlargements
  • Same/next-day sneak-peek images

Moments by Ioana Stavar packages

Ioana's Signature Coverage (8 Hours)

8 hours

Peak pricing $3,500

Description

Documentary, worry-free photography experience.

What’s included
  • Documentary style Photography Coverage by Ioana
  • Sneak Peek in 3 days after the wedding day
  • Gallery (at least 560 photographs) in one month
  • Flexible coverage tailored to your needs
  • Add-on: 35mm film photography at $500
  • Add-on: 10"x12.5" Album at $600

Double Coverage

8 hours

Peak pricing $3,800

Description

Documentary, worry-free photography experience.

What’s included
  • Documentary style Photography Coverage by Ioana
  • Second Photographer
  • Sneak Peek in 3 days after the wedding day
  • A minimum of 560 photographs in one month
  • Flexible coverage tailored to your needs
  • Add-on: 35 mm Film Coverage at $500
  • Add-on: 10"x12.5" Album at $600

Multi-Day Wedding Photography

Peak pricing $6,500

Description

A worry-free photography experience.

What’s included
  • Coverage of welcome dinner and rehearsal dinner
  • Coverage of farewell brunch & day-after portraits
  • Coverage of the wedding day
  • Second Photographer on your wedding day
  • 35mm film coverage
  • Sneak Peek in three days after the wedding day
  • Complete gallery delivered in one month
  • Flexible coverage tailored to each client's needs

Reviews

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Rating: 5.0

5.0 out of 5

21 reviews

  • SS

    Steph S.

    Rating: 5
    •Zola
    •Sep 26, 2026

    Beautiful, Authentic Photos

    We absolutely loved working with Ioana for our wedding! From the moment we saw Ioana’s documentary-style work, we knew it was exactly what we were looking for. Her photos capture the feeling of our wedding so beautifully — not just the big, traditional moments, but also the little in-between moments that we never would have thought to ask a photographer to capture. My husband and I are both terrible at posing for photos and honestly hate feeling like we’re performing for the camera, so we really appreciated how naturally Ioana worked with us. She gave us the space to do our thing and never felt pushy or intrusive, while still making sure we got beautiful, more traditional photos of the two of us and our families. The balance between the staged portraits and the candid, in-the-moment photos was exactly what we wanted. Looking through our gallery, we keep finding photos that we didn't know how she was able to capture. She has such an incredible eye for the moments that might otherwise go unnoticed, and those ended up being some of our favorite photos from the entire day. Beyond the photos themselves, we genuinely loved having Ioana there with us. She's so easy to be around, made us feel completely comfortable, and fit seamlessly into the day. We are so grateful she captured our wedding exactly as it felt, and we couldn’t recommend Ioana more highly to any couple looking for photos that feel authentic, emotional, and truly like them.

    Ioana Stavar•Sep 29, 2026

    Thank you Steph, for your time and energy to write such an elaborate testimonial for my services! During our discovery call, after hearing the idea for your classic Brooklyn celebration I wished so hard for you to chose my photography services for your big day! It was truly unique and unexpected and I thank you for having me there! I also loved that you had Betty with you❤️

  • JM

    Jackie M.

    Rating: 5
    •Zola
    •Sep 15, 2026

    Exceptional work!

    From the moment we connected with Ioana, we knew we had made the right choice. Her communication was fast and caring throughout the entire planning process, and she made everyone feel comfortable on our wedding day. The photos she captured tell the story of our celebration in a way we never expected, each shot is filled with genuine moments and emotion rather than stiff poses. Her work is professional and gorgeous, and the final gallery exceeded what we thought was possible. Ioana went above and beyond to document the details that matter, turning ordinary moments into memories we'll treasure forever. We'd recommend her to anyone in a heartbeat.

    Ioana Stavar•Sep 15, 2026

    Hi Jackie!😍🥰 This was a beautiful surprise to receive in my notifications today! Thank you very much! Just like I told you in person, I had a wonderful time working for you and Ethan! And I am grateful you chose me as your wedding photographer! ❤️

  • NT

    Nicole T.

    Rating: 5
    •Zola
    •Jun 25, 2026

    Nicole and Ryan

    We cannot recommend Iaona Stavar moments enough! She is SO good at her craft, and makes you feel so comfortable in front of the camera. My brother texted us after and said "your photographer was SO locked in, holy ...." Her photos are beautiful, she is kind and captures all the important moments without making it feel like a chore to take photos. You can tell she loves what she does and we are so happy with our photos from her! BOOK BOOK BOOK!

    Ioana Stavar•Jul 3, 2026

    Thank you Nicole for the opportunity to work in such a dreamy and intimate location! It was fun to photograph everyone as they were enjoying every minute of your special day!❤️

  • AM

    Ashley M.

    Rating: 5
    •Zola
    •Apr 23, 2026

    Talented, kind, easygoing

    Ioana was wonderful to work with, and I’m so glad we had her to photograph our elopement. She was very kind, gave great suggestions, and was proactive in asking what I have liked and disliked about previous photography sessions. The sneak peak pictures she sent the next day were all gorgeous, as was the full album she sent the next week! Everyone commented how beautiful all of the pictures were. She is so talented!! She really captured the beauty of the day. I would love the opportunity to work with her again in the future!

    Ioana Stavar•Jul 3, 2026

    🌸 Thank you for inviting me to your dreamy spring elopement in Central Park!🌸 It was wonderful to meet you, Jack and your loved ones! ❤️ I know I said before but I would also love to photograph for you again and I would be honored!

  • CD

    Cardos D.

    Rating: 5
    •Zola
    •Feb 27, 2026

    Ioana captured our wedding beautifully

    I truly loved Ioana’s photographic style and the way she captured authentic moments. I especially appreciated her use of lighting, composition, and carefully chosen backgrounds. Ioana is a wonderful person. Incredibly discreet throughout the event, yet somehow present everywhere (we received so many beautiful photos!). From the very first images, we knew we had made the perfect choice, which allowed us to relax and fully enjoy our day. We connected so easily, and she exceeded all of our expectations. I wholeheartedly recommend her.

Yes. The editing process is just as important as the photography process and I prefer to be involved 100%.
Yes. Some of my packages include a second photographer. I will select and edit second photographer's work as well.
Select images may be delivered in both color and black & white, with color always included.
You’ll receive a Sneak Peek of 10 edited photographs in three days after your wedding. The final gallery will be ready in one month after your wedding.
I use Sony A7RIV and A7RIII with a Sony GM 85mm f1.8 lens and Sony 35mm f1.8 (Keeping a 24mm Sony lens handy for special situations). I use both card slots in order to always have a back-up of your photograph. For 35mm film photography I use a mixed range of camera and lenses depending on your wedding day aesthetics and vision.

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