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A newlywed couple standing on either side of a porch as they both smile
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New Orleans Wedding Photographer

For Unconventional
Lovebirds Who Want to feel Their Wedding, Not Perform Their Way Through It

A couple walking together smiling as they hold rainbow umbrellas
A newlywed couple sitting on a couch together laughing
A person standing behind their partner and resting their arms on their shoulder
A newlywed couple standing forehead to forehead in a greenhouse as they smile
A newlywed couple dancing on a small sidewalk

Your love was never meant to follow someone else’s rules, and your wedding photos don’t need to either.

You deserve wedding photos that make room for your personalities, your chemistry, your kind of romance, and all the spontaneous moments that happen when nobody’s trying to manufacture a “perfect” moment.

I create an easy, affirming, and collaborative photography experience so that couples like you can feel seen, comfortable, and fully themselves in front of the camera. With a lightly directed experience, I help you set the scene and give you complete space to be your unique, badass selves — whether that’s funny, playful, mushy, weird, or whatever makes your love yours.

Let’s make some magic together
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A person with their arm around their partner's shoulder as they look at each other
A couple standing arm in arm together outside of a restaurant
A newlywed standing behind their partner leaning into them as they both smile

Before we take this thing further…

I revel in love, in all its forms. Show up unapologetically you, nothing more, nothing less.

One of the coolest things about love is that there’s no “right” way to do it. Whatever your romance looks like, I’m here for it! Nola Darlings Photography is a loudly affirming and enthusiastically LGBTQIA+ inclusive space.

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I’m Ash (she/her), a queer New Orleans wedding photographer obsessed with documenting alternative baddies and all the dreamy love the “traditional” wedding scene tends to leave out.

I believe the best wedding photos happen when you can be yourself and not fake your way through unrelatable poses.

When I was looking for my own photographer, I felt like they would tell me what I needed instead of listening to what I wanted and was looking for. I do the exact opposite. Collaboration is really important to me. With 15 years of photography experience, my superpower is making you feel comfortable right away so that you never feel like you’re “performing” just because you’re in front of my camera.

Read my story

Non-traditional Wedding Photography for Fun Couples

Here’s How We Can Make Magic

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Wedding Photography

I heard you’re getting hitched! Photos are the perfect way to relive the day after all the food and flowers are gone. Fair warning, I’ll bustle your dress, get to know your mom, and probably cry at your vows. Starting at $625/hour.

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Elopement Photography

Want something small and sweet? Elopement photography is perfect for couples who don’t want a day that feels like a huge family reunion that isn’t even really for them. Starting at $625/hour.

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Proposal Photography

Congrats (!!) you’re ready to pop the question! If you think your partner wants this moment documented, you’re right; they do. I’ll snap the exact moment they say “yes,” even if you do accidentally black out. Starts at $450 for a 30-minute proposal.

Tell me about Proposals

Rad Reviews from Real Couples

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Rad Reviews from Real Couples ⟡

“I want to have a photoshoot everywhere we go now!

Ashley provided enough direction in positioning us to make the shots come out BEAUTIFULLY and so we’re not just standing there looking at the camera, but not so much that we felt like dolls. And I think the pictures speak for themselves that she is a wizard with both photography and editing. I would HIGHLY recommend NOLA Darlings to anyone looking for professional photography services in New Orleans and beyond.”

—Stephanie G.

Newlyweds with their arms up celebrating in the street
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A close up of the backs of two newlywed's feet showing off matching Nikes
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Photography that feels like a love letter to New Orleans and you

I feel a deep connection to the darlings I work with. I still follow the journeys of many past couples and still check in and interact with them. I’m driven by a love and curiosity for new people.

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A couple standing back to back while looking over their shoulders at each other
A person standing next to their partner who is sitting on a stool at a bar
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Newlyweds kissing while walking in their second line

Soooo… you in?

You don’t need a special occasion other than being in New Orleans.

You might not remember all the expensive meals, the tiny details of the venue, or what the bar menu was, but the photos are gonna last forever and take you right back to the moment. Basically, the closest thing we’ve got to time travel.

I’m so ready