Ivan Rakov Studio · Los Angeles

Behind
The Lens.

Kim & Roy's wedding — from inquiry to delivery
From Inquiry to Delivery: Kim & Roy's Wedding

From the first call to a full gallery delivered in 10 days — behind the process of Kim & Roy's wedding.

Interview shoot with a youth hockey club in Seattle
Traveling for the Story: A Youth Hockey Club Interview in Seattle

Behind an out-of-town interview shoot in Seattle — and why distance is never a dealbreaker for us.

Aerial drone photography for real estate developers and realtors in Los Angeles
Aerial Drone Photography for Real Estate Developers & Realtors

Licensed aerial drone photography for developers, realtors, and property managers — listings, inspections, and construction progress.

Four-podcast production day featuring Jennie Garth and Tracy Tutor
A Four-Podcast Production Day

Behind a four-podcast production day on location, featuring Jennie Garth and Tracy Tutor, including a three-camera shoot for Cake for Dinner.

Styled pink birthday studio shoot with balloons
A Styled Birthday Shoot — Pink & Balloons

A soft, playful pink studio session built around balloons and a light, celebratory mood.

8-hour content shoot day at Ivan Rakov Studio
How Much Does an 8-Hour Content Shoot Day Cost?

A breakdown of what's included in a full studio shoot day — and why it costs $2,400.

Street photography in Los Angeles guide
Street Photography in Los Angeles: Where to Shoot

Our favorite LA locations for street photography — from the Arts District to Venice, Melrose, Silver Lake, and beyond.

Black-and-white film editorial concept shoot
Grain & Contrast — A Black-and-White Film Editorial

A raw, analog-inspired studio editorial with heavy grain, high contrast, and '90s/Y2K styling.

Testimonial video production for businesses
Testimonial Video Production for Businesses

We help businesses capture authentic testimonials from their own clients — planned, shot, and edited into content that builds trust.

Multi-camera podcast production for Crosses & Converses
Multi-Camera Podcast Production for Crosses & Converses

Behind the shoot for Crosses & Converses — a multi-angle podcast setup filmed in a skyline studio in Los Angeles.

Reflections mirror editorial concept shoot
Reflections — A Mirror Editorial

A conceptual studio shoot built around a single object — a round mirror — exploring duality and self-perception.

Birthday studio photoshoot for lifestyle creator Liv Shine
Birthday Studio Shoot for Liv Shine

A birthday-themed studio photoshoot for lifestyle creator Liv Shine (1.5M followers) — styled, lit, and shot to be feed-ready.

Live stream production for IKO International's global conference
Live Streaming a Global Corporate Conference

Three cameras, a remote speaker, and a live presentation feed — behind the broadcast for IKO International's conference, reaching Japan, the US, and beyond.

Live stream production at Palisades Charter High School graduation
Live Streaming a High School Graduation

Five cameras, one switcher, one live feed to YouTube — behind the broadcast at Palisades Charter High School's 2026 graduation.

Westcott FJ400 strobe guide
How to Use the Westcott FJ400 Strobe with a Trigger

Just got the FJ400 and not sure where to start? Here's a simple breakdown of the main controls, how to pair the trigger, and your first camera settings.

Do I need a wedding videographer?
Do I Really Need a Wedding Videographer?

You already have a photographer. The budget is stretched. But here's a different question — would you want to watch a video of your parents' wedding?

How to find a photographer in Los Angeles
How to Find a Photographer in LA Who Handles Everything

Studio, makeup, hair — most photographers leave that to you. Here's why a coordinated shoot changes everything.

Podcast production Standup LA
Behind the Lens — Podcast Production for Standup LA

From lighting setup to capturing raw, unscripted moments between takes — this is the kind of work we love.