Business Details
Bay Area Wedding & Lifestyle Photographer
Lyka Mak Photography is a boutique portrait and event photography service dedicated to capturing timeless, effortless, and joyful moments. With a focus on authenticity, intimacy, and flexibility, we specialize in wedding and lifestyle photography across the Bay Area, including San Francisco, East Bay, and surrounding communities. Our approach prioritizes candid storytelling, ensuring every session feels natural and unobtrusive.We believe photographs should evoke profound emotions and serve as lasting legacies of love, wanderlust, and lifes most meaningful moments. Our commitment to technical excellence and personalized service has earned us recognition in publications like The Knot, San Francisco Brides, and Lifestyle Asia Magazine.
Services
Wedding Photography
Lifestyle Photography
Portrait Sessions
Elopement Coverage
Event Photography
Newborn & Family Sessions
Destination Weddings
Engagement Shoots
Commercial Photography
Photo Albums & Prints
Highlights and features
- We specialize in candid, emotionally resonant wedding photography
- Our Bay Area expertise ensures seamless local shoots
- Over a decade of experience in portrait and event photography
- Personalized approach with no hidden fees
- Featured in The Knot, San Francisco Brides, and Lifestyle Asia Magazine
What people say
Dreamy, natural and romantic
Captured our essence
Amazing photographer
Seamless local expertise
Quick turnaround time
Services
Wedding Photography
Specializing in candid wedding documentation, we capture ceremonies and celebrations with a natural, unobtrusive approach. Our coverage includes full-day events, second shooters, and post-processing to preserve emotional authenticity. Clients receive high-resolution images with print rights and online access.
Portrait Sessions
Offering tailored portrait experiences for individuals, couples, and families. Sessions focus on authentic expressions and lifestyle documentation across one or multiple locations within a 2-hour timeframe. Includes professional editing and digital delivery within three weeks.
Elopement Coverage
Dedicated photography for small-scale ceremonies and elopements starting at $1,200. Includes one-hour coverage, 55+ edited images, and expedited delivery. Ideal for couples prioritizing personal moments over large events.
Event Photography
Documenting milestone events from corporate functions to private celebrations. Packages start at $800 for 2-hour coverage with 55+ professionally retouched images, available digitally within three weeks of the event.
Newborn Photography
Specialized sessions capturing early childhood milestones with safety-focused posing and natural lighting. Includes one-hour shoot, 55+ edited images, and print rights. Clients gain access to our curated online gallery for easy sharing.
People
Lyka Mak
Lead Photographer
Award-winning Bay Area photographer with 15+ years experience in wedding and lifestyle imagery. Recognized for candid storytelling and emotional authenticity in publications like The Knot and San Francisco Brides.
Questions
What photography services do you offer?
We specialize in wedding photography, lifestyle sessions, elopements, newborn portraits, and event coverage across the Bay Area.
Do you travel for destination weddings?
Yes, we regularly photograph destination weddings and have experience working in diverse locations from Tuscany to Tagaytay.
What's included in your wedding packages?
Packages include full-day coverage, second shooter option, 55+ edited images, print release, and online gallery access.
How far in advance should we book?
We recommend booking 6-12 months ahead for weekends, with limited availability for weekday events.
What's your photography style?
Our approach blends candid documentary-style shooting with artistic composition to capture authentic moments and emotional storytelling.
