With Love by AQ | AQ Photography

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Prices start at $5,000

Elopement pricing

Prices start at $4,500

Offer from vendor

Now booking for 2026 and 2027

Now booking for the 2026 and 2027 wedding seasons! Whether you are getting married nationally or internationally, I would love to capture your big day!

About With Love by AQ | AQ Photography

With Love by AQ | AQ Photography

California Wedding and Destination Photographer

I’m Amy — the heart behind With Love by AQ Photography. I’ve been photographing weddings since 2012, and my passion lies in ensuring your images reflect not only how everything looked during your day, but also the energy, vibrancy, and emotion of how it all felt. I’m drawn to the little gestures, the big emotions, and the genuine in-betweens that tell the true story of your special day. From cathedral ceremonies, to intimate backyard weddings, to elopements in iconic destinations, I love getting to document each couple’s unique story and bring it to life.

My true-to-color documentary style blends a beautiful balance of candid, unscripted moments and thoughtfully posed, editorial portraits. I adore weddings rich in detail-- lush elements, beautifully curated designs, and celebrations crafted with vision and intention. I’m the photographer who makes you do the most ridiculous prompts to get the perfect shot, laughs with your bridal party, hypes you up when you need it, gives you a second to breathe in the chaos, and quietly captures the magic as it naturally unfolds. With me, your wedding day is guaranteed to be shot with intention, joy, and a whole lot of love.

Services

Services

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

Photo formats

  • Digital

Deliverables

  • Digital files
  • Digital rights
  • Online gallery
  • Same/next-day sneak-peek images
  • Wedding album

Reviews

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Rating: 5.0

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5 reviews

  • KK

    Kona K.

    Rating: 5
    •Jan 25, 2025

    World Class Service!

    This Photographer exceeded our expectations in capturing the moments of our Wedding magically. An absolute pleasure to work with.

  • V

    Vicky

    Rating: 5
    •Jan 17, 2025

    Your search for a photographer ends here

    We were so impressed with AQ Photography and her work at our family gathering. From the very first interaction, Amy was professional, personable, and reliable - always responding promptly to our questions and keeping us on schedule throughout the day. The quality of her work is simply exceptional, with photos that feel authentic, inviting, and truly timeless. Amy has a magical way of capturing the energy and emotion of the moment, even with camera-shy guests, and her prompting helped everyone look natural and at ease. We were blown away by the warm, vibrant color quality of the photos, which perfectly reflected the magic of our special day. AQ Photography was an absolute joy to work with, and we couldn't be happier with the beautiful memories they've given us to cherish forever.

  • DO

    Danie O.

    Rating: 5
    •Jan 10, 2025

    Quality photos, fun experience

    AQ Photography was the perfect choice for our photography needs. From the very beginning, Amy was thoughtful, communicative, clear, and honest in her interactions with us, putting our minds at ease throughout the planning process. While shooting, her positive energy and professionalism were exactly what we needed to capture all the special moments. The photos she delivered were truly expressive, beautiful, and fun - we couldn't be happier with the final results. Amy's attention to detail and thorough approach ensured we got all the shots we wanted, and her warm personality added to the overall experience. I highly recommend AQ Photography to any couple looking for an incredible photographer who will make their wedding day even more special.

  • JB

    Jill B.

    Rating: 5
    •Jan 10, 2025

    Excellent Photographer

    Amy, of AQ Photography, took photos for my daughter’s high school graduation. The photos turned out so beautifully that when it came time for photos for college graduation, we knew we could count on Amy’s expertise. Amy’s bright smile and calm presence make the photo shoots stress free and fun. The finished photos capture perfect memories that we will long treasure.

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    Amanda

    Rating: 5
    •Jan 9, 2025

    Excellent group photos!!

    Amy was awesome! She took grad photos of my best friends and I and they turned out great. She was able to work with tons of different lightings and backgrounds and we had the best time.

The earlier, the better! Currently, I am booking for the 2026 and 2027 wedding seasons. Typically, photographers are one of the first vendors you should hire, and you should put down a retainer as soon as you can. Our Saturdays fill up particularly quickly since there are only so many of them during the year. I can generally book out for weddings up to two years in advance (the current year we are in, and the following year).
A second shooter is simply an trusted additional photographer that would assist and provide additional photo coverage of your event. This is something I do typically recommend, as there are some portions in your timeline (i.e.- getting ready in separate locations, cocktail hour, etc.) that will happen simultaneously, and I am not able to be in two places at once. A second shooter helps to ensure every moment of your day is covered. There is a $500 flat fee to cover the additional shooter and editing time.
I am based in Northern California, and yes, I love to travel for weddings! As a wise man once said, put a girl on a plane and she will come (or something along those lines). It is so fun getting to experience new places and shoot at different venues. I do charge a travel fee depending on where you'd like me to go, but rest assured that I try really hard to make sure that we get me to and from your event in the most realistic, yet least expensive way possible!
I believe that, like photography, videography is a visual art that should be left to the experts. While there is a lot of overlap between the two categories, they truly are two different art forms, with different set-ups, experiences, and post-processes. I don’t personally provide video, as I want my full focus to be on capturing your day through photos. However, I do have some really excellent wedding videographers that I work with and fully trust to capture your day in that format. Once you submit your contract, you will be sent a guide that includes my trusted vendors recommendation list.
You will receive an online gallery link containing all of your high resolution images within a maximum of 8 weeks (sometimes less depending on the season I photograph your story). However, I always edit a few of my favorites within 24 hours from the event so that you have some to post/share in the days after if you wish! Turnaround for engagement sessions is typically within 2 weeks.
Forever Yours Collection package: 100+ high resolution edited and retouched images Endless Love Collection package: 300+ high resolution edited and retouched images Ever After Collection package: 500+ high resolution edited and retouched images Engagement sessions: 75+ high resolution edited and retouched images I take out the ones that are blurry, where eyes are closed, doubles of the same exact photo, etc., but you get all the best of the ones that turn out!
I am fully insured and happy to provide proof of insurance to vendors upon request.
In my 13 years of experience as a wedding photographer, I’ve never cancelled a booking. In the extremely unlikely event that I’m unable to attend, I have a network of trusted professional photographers who could step in, and I would coordinate everything to ensure your day is still captured beautifully.
I do packages rather than an hourly limitation because I want to make the big day as stress-free as possible in the photo department for my clients! This way it allows for us to capture every event of your day in its entirety without having to worry about what time it is.
Yes, if you don't see the combination of events you are looking for, I would be happy to provide a custom quote for your big day!
All travel expenses are based on the distance between your event location(s) and my home base of Chico, California. All other destinations beyond 200 miles round-trip will be negotiated and handled on a case-by-case basis. I work really hard to make sure that the fee that I charge for this is exactly what I would need to get myself to and from the event at the lowest possible cost.
Although I highly recommend that we take the opportunity to shoot with each other as a "practice" for your big day, if you are not in need of engagement photos you have the option to use the extra hour of coverage for a different wedding event such as the rehearsal dinner, or for a different type of one-hour session with me in the future such as anniversary, family, or maternity portraits!
No matter which package, you will receive an online downloadable gallery containing all the best high resolution image files from the event. You are welcome to share this gallery with friends, family, or whomever you'd like to share the photos with!
No. It is industry-standard that wedding photographers never provide the originals/RAW files since they are not an accurate representation of our work. Remember, you have chosen me as your photographer because you love my style and trust in my trained eye. If you would like for me to make small adjustments to a select number of images after you get a chance to review your final album, we can definitely discuss it! Larger adjustments (for example, removing individuals from images) may require a small additional fee.
Once you have decided that I am the right fit to bring your vision to life, I will send over a contract and deposit invoice for you to sign and return. There is 30% non-refundable retainer that will go toward your total to secure your date. This ensures your date is fully blocked out on my calendar; I do not book any other sessions on the date of your event, no matter which package you select.
Each package comes with a pre-wedding consultation that would be conducted after you book. How this would work is that we would meet, get to know each other, and discuss your vision for your big day. This can happen any time before the wedding, but it is recommended to meet at least once at least two months before to discuss your ideal schedule, review your likes/dislikes, and go over any questions or concerns you may have. I offer these pre-wedding consultations in-person, over the phone, or virtually via Zoom/Google Meet.
I always recommend that a couple does at least one photo session with their photographer before the big day. Here's why: an engagement session allows for us to practice in a stress-free environment. Your engagement session is the perfect opportunity to celebrate this special chapter of your life while also getting comfortable in front of the camera. It lets us figure out a good dynamic, helps me learn about your best angles and posing preferences, and helps you get accustomed to being in front of a camera together. Couples typically will practice for their first dance, their walk down the aisle, their vows... their photos should be the same!
Yes! As someone who is half Chinese, I feel a profound connection to the traditions that have shaped my family—moments steeped in symbolism, intention, and quiet emotion. Photographing cultural wedding ceremonies allows me to honor and preserve love, not only between two people but across generations. These rituals celebrate heritage and personal identity, as two lives come together in union, infusing the day with layers of meaningful, intentional significance. They transform a wedding into a timeless expression of commitment, respect, and belonging—a beautiful reminder that love is both deeply personal and wonderfully inherited.
Flowers fade. The cake is eaten. The music stops. But your wedding day—the laughter, the tears, the quiet glances, the moments you didn’t even notice—lives on forever in your photographs. They aren’t just pictures; they’re pieces of your story. Photography captures it all, so years from now, you don’t just remember your wedding—you feel it again. While other vendors create experiences, a photographer creates memories you can hold onto for a lifetime. Prioritizing photography ensures that the story of your wedding—your story—never fades.
Along with my 13 years of wedding photography experience, knowledge of the industry and current trends, great hair, and exceptional wit, I truly love what I do. All jokes aside, I believe you should always hire someone who loves what they do and cares deeply about their client's experience, which is why I have worked to become an expert in my field. I have created the ultimate wedding guide to help you through the daunting process of wedding photography, and I will be there to hold your hands through it. Getting to support my clients on their special day is a huge honor, and I take that seriously.
While I think Zola is a great resource, the easiest way to get ahold of me is to submit a contact form through my website, www.withlovebyaq.com! This ensures that I have all the information I need right off the bat and can give you appropriate advice on how to achieve your vision. Alternatively, you can also email me at withlovebyaq@gmail.com.

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