New Orleans wedding photography for couples getting hitched their way
Finally, wedding photography you can see yourself in.
There are a bajillion ways to fall in love, get hitched, and celebrate the hell out of it. Maybe you’re planning from across the country, finding love again, or putting together a wedding that makes sense for you.
Whatever it is, you don’t need to know how to pose or become a different version of yourselves when the camera comes out, pinky promise.
I’ll listen to what you want, help you plan, give you gentle direction when you need it, and leave plenty of room for you actually to experience your love. You celebrate; your photos are covered.
New Orleans Wedding Photography
Built around your day
Once the food’s gone, the flowers have had their moment, and the party’s over, you’ll have the photos to come back to again and again. Coverage is built by the hour, so you can choose exactly what makes sense for your day.
What’s included:
High-resolution, hand-edited digital images
No limit on the number of images you’ll receive
Sneak peeks
35mm film and/or Polaroids as you desire (Polaroids mailed to you afterward)
Ongoing support + check-ins
Family portrait planning template
Print release
Pricing: $625/hour
Second photographer available for $150/hour
A 20% retainer is required to hold your date, but payment plan options are always available.
Cool, so how do we make this happen?
Booking your wedding photographer doesn’t need to become another complicated task on your long planning to-do list. I keep the process easy, stay in touch along the way, and make sure you know exactly what’s happening next.
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Tell me what you’re planning:
Fill out my inquiry form with your date and whatever you know so far. Don’t worry if you’re coming to New Orleans from afar; I work with couples planning from all over.
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Let’s chat
about it:
We’ll set up a call to get to know each other, talk through what you’re planning, and make sure we’re a good match.
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Lock it in:
You’ll get access to your client portal, where you can take care of your contract, deposit, and questionnaire. From there, I’m by your side with check-ins, collaborative planning, and help whenever you need it.
And just like that, we’re doing this thing.
Rad Reviews from Real Couples
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Rad Reviews from Real Couples ⟡
“5 stars doesn’t do Ashley justice.
When looking for a photographer for our destination wedding, it was important to us to have someone who was queer or queer friendly, as we’re queer and having that in our photographer would help us feel less awkward in front of the camera.
Working with Ashley from day 1 was a great experience. Since this was a destination wedding, everything was done via phone/email/video chats. She was attentive, listened to our visions, and provided some amazing suggestions regarding photo opps that we are so happy about from looking back and viewing our gallery! She gives amazing direction, keeps things nice and light, and you can very much tell that she enjoys what she does. My wife and I loved seeing her mingle with our guests and take the time to get to know everyone while still being professional.”
–Izzy M.
I’ve photographed 100+ couples. There are 100+ ways to wed.
After photographing for 15+ years, I can confidently say there’s no one “right way” to do the damn thing, and that’s what keeps this so fun. Check out a few examples of lovebirds like you who thrive on the nontraditional below.
At Nola Darlings, you can show up exactly as you are.
This is a proudly queer-affirming, inclusive space. Your identity won’t be something you need to explain, your body isn’t something that needs to change, and your love isn’t something that needs to fit into a box.
I know my shit so you don’t have to
I’ve gotten pretty damn good at knowing what to do with whatever comes my way. I know how to keep colors rich and true, when to reach for digital and when a moment is begging for the imperfect goodness of 35mm or a Polaroid. There’s a whole lot of craft happening behind the camera, which means you don’t have to think about any of it.
And if you’re coming to New Orleans from somewhere else, I gotchu there, too. I know the French Quarter and the city’s most-loved photo spots inside and out. Plus, where to go that locals love, what works, and how to find the right setting for what we’re capturing together.
You don’t need to know where to stand, which location will photograph best, or how to pose. That’s my job! Yours is to get married.
Love the work, but worried about the numbers?
I get it. Your wedding has a budget, and photography is a big part of it.
My rates reflect my years of experience and the care that goes into your photos before, during, and long after I put the camera down. But I also don’t want you to assume that being a little outside your budget means the conversation is over.
If you’ve made it so far thinking, yep, this is my photographer (hiiii!), but the numbers aren’t quite lining up, reach out anyway. Tell me what you’re working with and what matters most to you, and we can see what makes sense.
I’d rather have the conversation than have you count yourself out.
Frequently Asked Questions
The “okay, but what about…” stuff
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My favorite way to talk about packages and pricing is face-to-face. Every wedding is different, and what’s more important for you may be different than what’s most important for other folks. My hourly rate is $625, and I also offer packages.
I find that most couples choose at least 5 hours of coverage for a wedding day. Not sure how much time you need? I'm happy to help talk you through it.
Weddings can be paid in increments leading up to the wedding — a 20% retainer locks in your date.
(I don't want anyone to feel like they can't have the wedding or session of their dreams because of their financial circumstance. Don't hesitate to reach out and let’s see if we can make it work!)
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Yes, they can be very valuable, especially if you’re having a large wedding. If you would like a second photographer for your wedding day, I have a few vetted and trusted photographers I work with regularly. A second photographer costs $150 an hour, with a 3-hour minimum.
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Absolutely! I love what I do, and it's my full-time job. If I have the time and availability, I'll make it happen. Of course, Saturdays tend to be the busiest, but never hesitate to reach out!
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Yes, I have a few cameras that shoot 35mm, plus a retro Polaroid and an Instax mini or wide. Weddings 5 hours and up include film photography! If you’d like film for a smaller session, just let me know, and I can add it on based on the type of film you’re interested in.
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By default, I send my clients invoices that are payable by debit or credit card. I can also accept PayPal, Venmo, Cash App, cash, or Zelle on request.
Any cash payments are eligible for a 5% discount.
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No! I’m a huge fan of travel and will happily travel to wherever love takes you. I love a fun destination wedding. I am frequently in Orlando and Asheville. I can offer a travel discount, depending on the location.
There is no travel fee for weddings that are within an hour of the New Orleans area.
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Lock your date down, baby!!! As soon as you have a set wedding date, lock it in. No stress, no fear of someone else booking your day, and one more thing off the list.
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After your wedding images are ready, I will create a personalized online gallery for you. You can easily download images from your gallery, and so can anyone you share your link with.
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I look at every photo I take. Every single one of your photos will be personally hand-corrected & edited for color, exposure, and temperature. Before uploading them to your gallery, I want every photo to be perfect and ready to share.
I don't believe in altering someone's appearance without consent (you are beautiful just the way you are!), so I will never do this unless you specifically request it.
Extra editing is available for an extra charge per photo! I've got those Photoshop magician skills, so if you want something removed from the background or any other changes, reach out, and I will see what I can do.
So… am I getting an invite to your wedding or what?
You’ve got your forever person, now you just need someone you trust to document the hell out of your love.
Tell me what you’re planning, what you’re excited about, and whatever you know so far. I want to know the lore! I’ll take it from there.