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December 5, 2019

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New Orleans Wedding Photographer Pavilion of Two Sisters 57

I loved this New Orleans Pavilion of the Two Sisters wedding so hard! With a ceremony at Transfiguration Church, and an amazing reception at Pavilion of the Two Sisters, I was a happy (albeit tired) girl on this one!   If you know me, and what I’m most passionate about in my work, you know that […]

November 7, 2019

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artistic wedding photograph of bride and groom photographed through candles

As a wedding photographer in Gonzales, I’m lucky to be able to photograph some of the best couples in the parish. AND at some of the best venues! I’m always thrilled to photograph at Elegant Affairs – and even more-so when I get to photograph wonderful couples like April and William. Family means so much […]

October 31, 2019

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Gay Wedding Photographer Baton Rouge New Orleans 53

When these two amazing women invited me to be a part of their destination wedding in Pensacola, I could not say yes fast enough. Cheri and Ana are both seriously kick-ass women! I knew before they told me a thing about their day that it was going to be perfect. Being a Baton Rouge gay […]

October 26, 2019

FILED IN: Bridal

woman in doorway of Greenwood Plantation in wedding dress under chandelier

A bridal photography session at Greenwood Plantation always makes me such a happy girl. So, when this oh-so-wonderful client of mine asked for recommendations for bridal photo locations, I had just the place! My job is about more than just pressing buttons on a camera. I like to really take care of my clients – […]

October 23, 2019

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Hammond Wedding Photographer Holy Rosary Catholic Church 2

Hammond Wedding Photographer – Melissa and Joe tie the knot at Holy Ghost Catholic Church! One of the most fun aspects of my jobs is, without a doubt, the people who make it possible. With as many people as I work with on a regular basis, it never fails to amaze me how complex, and […]

October 17, 2019

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Bride and groom laughing during ceremony at Blythewood Plantation

This Blythewood Plantation wedding is gonna be one for the history books, folks. Let me tell you about this girl, right here. From the very first five seconds of our phone conversation, I knew she was my people. I just knew it. We talked about all kinds of things during our first phone call (most […]

August 16, 2019

FILED IN: Education, Wedding

Guide to getting married in New Orleans

So, you’re planning a destination wedding in New Orleans. Congrats! There’s legit no cooler place on earth to get married than the Big Easy. The food, the culture, the history, THE MUSIC…none of it can be beat. You’re going to have a blast saying your I Do’s here, no doubt – but there are a few […]

August 1, 2019

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Bride and groom kissing at The Venue in Gonzales

This wedding at The Venue Hall in St. Amant is going to go down as one of my favorites. For real. Weddings are all about the people in them, for me. When I’m photographing, I’m always thinking about the story I’m telling. Not just for the people in the images, but also for the family to […]

July 23, 2019

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Baton Rouge Wedding Photographer Jubans 45

It’s been a hot second since I’ve had a chance for wedding photography at Juban’s! Some people don’t know about this hidden gem in Baton Rouge. Not only is it an amazing Creole restaurant, but it’s also a fantastic space for holding your wedding and reception! Summer and Brad could not have been more perfect […]

July 12, 2019

FILED IN: Education, Wedding

Graphic image, do you need a second photographer for your wedding?

When you’re planning a wedding, there are a lot of decisions to make. Once choice facing you when it comes to booking your wedding photographer is whether or not to have a second photographer for your wedding day. But the value of having a second photographer can’t be overstated! What are the advantages of having […]

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