Israel Baldago Photography

28/02/2024

[Fairmont Homes] Excited to share a glimpse into my collaboration with Fairmont Homes! After years of working together, I’ve seen their commitment to flexible design and happy clients firsthand. Dive into this editorial piece, featuring my photography and their remarkable work. Check it out at the link in my bio!

22/12/2023

Wishing you a joyful Christmas filled with warmth, laughter, and cherished moments. As we bid farewell to 2023, may the spirit of the season guide you into a new year of hope, love, and endless possibilities.

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! 🎄🌟

The Baldago’s

21/10/2023

Got to hang out with these loveble dorks - thank’s Kat for letting me be in front of a camera for once, and Maurice for lunch!

Thanks so much to everyone who wished me Happy Birthday today - appreciate you taking the time to write and I’ll be liking all your posts tonight once the kids are down 🤟🏽

27/04/2023

Just one of the most beautiful rings I’ve seen lately. Gorgeous work by Andrew Mazzone Design Jewellers

14/03/2023

Should you have a "first look"?

CONS: for church weddings, it can mean a secondary location before the ceremony.

PROS: You get to see each other before everyone else does, spend sometime with just you and/or the bridal party.

You can spend more time with your guests post the ceremony, without the pressure of "rushing off" for photos.

the BEST part - that feeling you get when you see each other down the aisle does not diminish, so you get two bites at the cherry.

For a lot of people, the pros outweigh the cons, but with me, I'm all about turning the focus on you, so you can be present and enjoy the full experience of getting married (instead of just rushing off for photos)

Wedding Celebrant | Sophie Davies
First Look Venue | The Currant Shed
Ceremony and Reception Venue | Mollydooker Wines
Bride's Dress | Calèche Bridal House
Makeup & Hair | The Blushing Creator
Grooms & Groomsmen suits | Joseph Uzumcu
Florals | Sam Burnell Floral Design
Entertainment | Entertainment Adelaide
Videographer | Kellie, KMS Visions

09/02/2023

[Chloe+Grady] Aint no party like a St.Tropez Party! Flashback to this insane soirée in the South of France.

13/01/2023

Friends!
I'm ramping up the new year towards more Advertising and Editorial work. I'd love to get some new personal headshots and branding into the old showcase. I have about 6 sessions left available over the next two weeks.
They will be on location shoots similar to below to showcase your brand personality.
These are quick 45-60min sessions where we'll take photos on location and hopefully get you some bangers to start the new year as well!
Would love to have this done so I can refresh my business branding website. Which you can see here: www.israelbaldago.com
If you could like, comment or share to your network, that would be ace!
Some samples below of what I'm hoping to add to. Hit me up for more info [email protected] or comment below and I can get back to you.
Thanks for your support as always,
- Iz

08/01/2023

It's been a while since I posted, but I can't believe how fast the time has flown.

Here's a few snaps from a couple's session I did recently in New York. It was absolutely lovely to meet you Nick and Irene, love your story and I'm truly thankful to have had some time together.

02/01/2023

Friends, to kick off the new year - I'm offering a limited promotion to all new wedding bookings this month. I'd love it if you could tag a friend who might be interested in a complimentary couple's session with their wedding booking!
Details below:

To celebrate the New Year, I'm offering all new bookings a complimentary couple's portrait session, to celebrate this time in your lives.

28/10/2022

Can't wait to document this wedding. Here's how it went from couple's session to proposal.

camerawork by Michael Lim for this footage, edit by Israel Baldago

Photography: Israel Baldago Photography

07/10/2022

[Mat + Jamie] had the best time with these two on Sunday. This one was two postponements in the making, and I was so thrilled to be able to document these moments for them FINALLY!
Amazing team around me below:
Venue:
Celebrant: Alix of
Videographer: Wade of
Entertainment: Tanya of
Transport:

27/08/2022

[Nick + Rene] NEW YORK!! So good to meet you!! Well technically these two are New Yorkers now, but they’re both from my home country. To celebrate we went to the “new” - which hands down to me has the BEST views of Manhattan - you have to check it out, it’s definitely an experience.
A few frames from our session the other day - more to come

22/08/2022

[NEW YORK LOVERS] All Sessions FILLED! thank you

I’m in town for the next week and scheduling limited couple’s photos around the manhattan area. I’d like to showcase your love amongst New York’s iconic locations including Rockefeller centre, Central Park, the Brooklyn/Manhattan Bridge, Statue of Liberty cruise

If you, or anyone you know is interested - please DM or message below. The session fee is waived with the cost of photos heavily reduced (basically just tip me if you like them) comment below or tag anyone you know who might be keen!!

25/06/2022

[Osman + Angela] After 3 months of planning - yesterday we did a thing! A super switched on partner and a very cluey fiancè to be meant that planning a proposal had to be done with lots of care to attention. Under the guise of a “wedding” Osman planned this proposal and picked the location in the Botanic Gardens. All the elements were in place, all we had to wait on was the weather. With heavy rain predicted - the sun made an appearance and everything was a go - and with such a stunning setup, how could she say no! More on this couple’s lovestory later but for now, congrats and Angela! The amazing team that put this together with me:


And for the location and venue management

15/04/2022

[K I E R A. B L A N D E N] HOT DAMN! I had then pleasure of photographing the creativity of THE BEST wedding stylist in Adelaide - and my my my she did not disappoint. This lady is one of the hardest working, humble, and talented person I know and when you entrust her with creating a
V I B E for your wedding - she delivers. This event was held at penfold wines ( yes home of the famous grange ) and the brief was simple - go HARD and avoid white.

Held in the wine cellars amongst a million dollars worth of wine - this presentation fit right in and was nothing short of spectacular. Check out this neon 🔥❤️🖤 extravaganza and the bride’s reaction seeing the setup

Styled by
Floral goodness:
Lighting: .productions
Tabletop Hire + Prop Hire:
Signage + stationery:
Cake:
Neon sign: .neon
Venue: .palmer_
Lounges:
Styling photos by yours truly

10/04/2022

[Steve + Letisha] When siblings or guests from a wedding I’ve photographed ask me to be a part of their day - it’s an absolute honour, and a sign I’ve done my job right. Here’s a few sneaks from a very special day - check your emails for some more snaps guys xx

Bride’s Dress: The Bride Lab Thea Couture
Florals: Flowers by Sue
Hair: NFM HAIR Niamh
Makeup: skin health by georgi Georgi
Bridesmaids dresses: EstherandCo.
Groom & groomsmen’s suits: Peter Shearer Menswear
Venue: Howard Vineyard

22/03/2022

[Mark + Leah] You’re gonna wanna swipe right for this one! Last weekend’s epic NO RESTRICTIONS soiree was fu***ng epic - Mark and Leah pulled out all the stops and the best part? I got to be a part of it all as a guest too. Here are some amazing moments from the day. & - hope you legends enjoy as you prep for your honeymoon - I absolutely loved witnessing your special day.




Here are some of the A list vendors who made this all possible:

Ceremony & Reception venue: Mitolo Wines
Bride’s Dress: Alexis George
Bridesmaid Dresses: Shona Joy
Hair: Crystal Terreu HER TOWN
Makeup: Chloe Chloé Ellouise MUA
Florals: Leigh Lilli-Anthus Floral Design
Celebrant: Vicky Vicky Flanegan - Adelaide Marriage Celebrant
Ceremony Music: Mason Lloyde Music
Reception Entertainment: JP & Kirk Just Music Entertainment
Groom’s Suit: Custom Jenny & Gerry's Bridal Centre
Groomsmen Suit: petershearer
Cake Artist: Bianca Belle Torte
Videography: Ben for Movement Productions
Associate Photographer: Dani Chidlow for Israel Baldago Photography

12/02/2022

[Ez + Kerrin] When you’re an actor singer married to an artist designer, you can expect good times, amazing colour and an impeccable eye for style. This wedding was made even more special because I’ve know. Ez since before my voice broke. Ana amazing day with 2 rockstars and their crew - some sneak peeks headed your way legends!


The talented vendors helping to make this day possible:

Venue: Jackson Square - The Venue
Bride’s dress: Willowby by Watters from The Bride Lab
Men’s suit: Custom Barong embroidered with Sturt Desert Pea and Filipino Jasmine Barong at Bestida Australia
Florals: Bonnie Blooms
Makeup: Kathleen & Rizzele Makeup By Rizzele - Adelaide MUA Kathleen MUA
Hair: Raw Style Hair By Elma
Entertainment: Family members
Food:J&S Cakes Omg-Donuts Wood n' Wheels Adelaide Paella, .ph Two-Bit Villains
Jewellery: Natalie Marie jewellery

26/01/2022

[Wes + Karen] HI 5’s All around!! That’s a wrap for 2021 weddings - final one is delivered. Now it’s time to pack down my office, get some paint on the wall and prepare to move house.

Kaz and Wes - your hotly anticipated moments are on their way to you!

Again, this day could not be possible without these stellar wedding suppliers - give them a hi5 also



Bride's Dress |
Bridesmaids |
Groom's Suit |
Celebrant | The amazing Camille
Makeup |
Hair | Allyson
Florals |
Entertainment | Franco Toloza
Ceremony Location |
Reception Venue |
Cake Artist |

30/12/2021

[2021] That was strange right?? somewhere in the wackiness though, I managed to be a part of some epic celebrations - most of which had been rescheduled 5 billion times. This created some crazy good vibes once people got to fill some rooms with their tribe again.

Here’s just a handful of them.

Thanks to all the amazing wedding vendors who put together all of them without dropping the ball, (tagged) hit them up if you’re planning something fun, if they can roll this out in 2021, they’ll smash it for yours in the near future!

I’m working on getting the final 2 out before I pack down our house and move the family somewhere we can call our new home.

See you all next year, whatever it brings.

Much love
Iz xx

13/12/2021

The outtakes from my interview with Camille of Unbridely - check out the full video in her new COUPLES ONLY FB group. Unbridely Couples.

Head over for insights on how to plan your perfect day YOUR way.

30/11/2021

[Jamaika ❤️ Ricardo] What do photographs mean to you? And what’s an “Engagement session”?so good to be able to get out and take some engagement photos again - and turning it up with their baby girl Frankie

29/11/2021

[Engaged] or have a friend who is? is launching a new COUPLES ONLY website and at launch, we’d LOVE to offer you some value and answer your burning questions!

I will choose 2 questions - which will be asked in an exclusive q & a session when Unbridely Couple’s launches - and I’ll offer a COMPLIMENTARY engagement shoot to both couples, (valued at $750 each) so you can experience my approach and style first hand.

To enter, tag a friend who is engaged and or if you’re engaged yourself - ask a question you’d love an answer to about wedding photos or weddings in general.

The winner will be announced through my socials and upon the launch of unbridely couples next SUNDAY 5th of December - hurry!

29/11/2021

[Engaged] or have a friend who is? Unbridely is launching a new COUPLES ONLY website and at launch, we’d LOVE to offer you some value and answer your burning questions!

I will choose 2 questions - which will be asked in an exclusive q & a session when Unbridely Couple’s launches - and I’ll offer a COMPLIMENTARY engagement shoot to both couples, (valued at $750 each) so you can experience my approach and style first hand.

To enter, tag a friend who is engaged and or if you’re engaged yourself - ask a question you’d love an answer to about wedding photos or weddings in general.

The winner will be announced through my socials and upon the launch of unbridely couples next SUNDAY 5th of December - hurry!

27/11/2021

[Wes + Kaz] This one was 2 years in the making. After almost 3 postponements due to border closures and restrictions and a decision to push ahead with plans 2.0 - Wes and Karen planned a wedding with heavy rain in mind. Despite all the struggle, we talked about keeping the heart of the day in mind, and giving themselves permission to be focused on celebrating their love and relationship. It was cathartic to share in this day with them, the open release of joy seeing them celebrate their love was a payoff, only topped by the type of sunset
I’d been wishing for this whole year. It just goes to show that love truly conquers all and I’m so proud to show some of my favourites from the last wedding of the season for me. and - check your inbox later this morning lovers - I have these and some other snaps ready for you!!! ❤️❤️

Shout out to these amazing suppliers for helping this couple get their day across the line, especially the amazing Camille from who is also a guide/celebrant extraordinaire/spirit animal

You can see them on instagram

Bride's Dress |
Bridesmaids |
Groom's Suit |
Celebrant | The amazing Camille
Makeup |
Hair | Allyson
Florals | Flowers by Lily Rose &
Entertainment | Franco Toloza
Ceremony Location |
Reception Venue |
Cake Artist |