JP & Lindsey....Degas House New Orleans Wedding

JP and Lindsey were married at the Edgar Degas House in Mid City New Orleans. 

 The Degas House couldn't be a more perfect place to have a spring wedding in our favorite city...we loved working with this venue and the stunning florist design of Margee Green. 

Add in an incredibly sweet and beautiful couple and that's a good mix for an excellent Saturday night in the Crescent City.  

JP and Lindsey, congratulations to you two! 

Thank you for inviting us to be a part of your wedding. It was an honor! 

Getting Ready, Ceremony & Reception:  Degas House

Florist: Margee Green

Wedding Coordinator:  Degas House

The Dress: BHLDN (Ariane Gown)

Hair & Makeup Artists: Bridal Glam on Location

Save the Dates: Little Histories

Dessert: District Donuts

DJ: Chris Logan 

Harry and Susan

What a treat when I get to take photos of such cute couples. These two were so giggly throughout our shoot and really what could be better than making each other laugh for an hour? 

Harry and Susan will have a wedding next year, so we did these photos in New Orleans City Park (one of my fave locations) in January. Harry was deployed a week after these were taken. 

What a joy to be a part of this moment for them.

Wishing you two all the best in this year apart as you look forward to forever together! 

Thanks for stopping by! 

*Claire

JP & Lindsey, New Orleans Engagements.

Lindsey and JP met me at City Park the week we thought a hurricane might be coming for New Orleans. The day before a potential hurricane turned out to be some solid photoshoot weather and even provided a little wind effect I didn't hate. 

JP and Lindsey will be getting married in March and will have folks coming from all over to see New Orleans for the first time! I had a blast finally meeting these two. What a pair!

Congrats you guys. 

John & Jennifer...Audubon Park New Orleans Engagements

I love it when the forecast looks grim only to surprise with the most glorious of days! 

John and Jennifer's engagement session was set for Audubon Park months in advance...and on a  day that the two could make it since they are long distance right now. John lives in DC while Jennifer is in Nola. The threat of rain is never fun for a steamy Louisiana day...especially when it hadn't stopped raining for weeks! 

But...the rain held off...literally until the last minute when we all got in our cars to leave and the bottom fell out. So thankful for that timing and for such a wonderful morning getting to know these two. 

Jennifer and John, I can't wait for the wedding day! You two are too cute. Thanks friends. 

Brian & Chelsea...New Orleans Terrell House Wedding

Have I said before that the Terrell House is my fave venue in New Orleans? Because it is! 

Brian and Chelsea were married there on April 22nd! They wanted to spend some good time around the New Orleans Garden District taking pictures along the route of a tour of the area they went on together. I always love it when couples want to set aside some time to get some great photos together!  It was a magical day! 

Congratulations to Brian and Chelsea! 

Ceremony & Reception: The Terrell House

Wedding coordinator: Linda Terrell

Florist: The Terrell House

Cake Artist: Cake Artist

Hair and Makeup: The Parlour Salon & Blush and Bashful

The Dress: Calvet Couture Bridal by Nicole Miller

Rental: Ooh La La Music Company

Josh & Anna...St. Francisville Wedding

Josh and Anna were married in downtown St. Francisville at Park Memorial Park.

The rain threatened to visit us throughout their entire wedding day but you would think neither of them knew anything ahead except getting to see each other. Josh and Anna's wedding was so very them...laid back and full of peace and joy. This is always refreshing to see.

And it just so happened to pour as soon as they drove away at the end of the night. Perfect timing.

Congratulations you two. So thankful to have been a part of this. I'm praying for many years of that joy and peace to come.

Ceremony & Reception Venue: Parker Memorial Park

Videographer: High Rise Video Productions

Coordinator: Kristen Slate

Florist: Mia Sophia; Mary Frances Smart

Cake Artist: Karen Gomez

Tables & Chairs: Tiger Canopy

Band: Carbon Copy Band

Makeup Artist: Emily Pate

Hair Artist: Mallory Mayer

The Dress: Bridal Boutique

Thanks for stopping by!

Claire

Philip & Sasha... Terrell House New Orleans Wedding

Philip and Sasha met at a hurricane party in New Orleans right before Hurricane Isaac in 2012. Philip's family and friends recalled how he introduced himself to Sasha...asking her if she knew there was a big storm coming. Sasha was on vacation from New York with her friends. One move from NYC to New Orleans and a tour in Afghanistan later...Philip and Sasha were married at the Terrell House in uptown New Orleans last weekend.

Congratulations you two...Wishing you many wonderful years together!

Ceremony & Reception Location: Terrell House New Orleans

Flowers: Terrell House New Orleans

Coordinator: Linda O'Brien, Terrell House

Band: Panorama Jazz Band 

Makeup Artist: Nicole, Blush & Bashful

Hair Artist: Erin, Blush & Bashful

The Dress: Bridal Boutique by Maeme - Blush by Hayley Paige

Tuxes: Men's Warehouse

Thanks for stopping by,

Claire

Travis & Jaimee...French Quarter New Orleans Wedding

There are only a handful of people in my life who I can say have been with me through awkward junior high phase, birthdays, mission trips, Vegas, English class, 2nd soprano section,  student counsel elections, youth camps, graduations, leaving home, college rivalries, heartbreaks, adjustments to new cities, confusion at life's disappointments, dreams of doing what we love, and the challenges to trust God on this pilgrimage. Jaimee and I talked about this day when we were 12 years old and now I was able to be a part of it in a way I couldn't have seen coming back then...by doing what I love.  I had the honor of photographing Jaimee's wedding day in New Orleans. She and Travis had a really intimate service with family surrounding them. What a memorable day it was.

The other day I told Jaimee about how much I enjoyed meeting Travis and loved seeing how God so specifically suited the two of them. I'm so excited to see how God uses their marriage and life together.

Love you friends and praying for a lifetime of joy and peace for you two!

Invitation Design: Mindy Cook

Printing: The Laughing Owl Press Co. 

Stamps: Nashville Flea Market

Calligraphy: Jaimee

Other print projects: Jaimee and Travis

Dress and accessories: BHLDN

Bridesmaid dresses: Anthropologie and Joanna August

Flower girl dresses: BHLDN

Ties and bow tie: The Tie Bar

Rings: Barker Diamond Company

Ceremony Venue: Maison Montegut (Jenny LaBella-Tusa)

Reception Venue: Tableau Green Room

Urns: Event Rental

Invitation Design: innovocreative.com

Florist: Elizabeth Earnest Florals

Umbrella: Bella Umbrella

Ceremony Music: Crescent City Cello 

Second Line Band: Lagniappe Brass Band

Hair and makeup: Lauren Headley of Glen Boyer Salon

Bridesmaid rompers: Plum Pretty Sugar

Getting Ready Venue: Hotel Monteleone

Coordinator: Elizabeth McIlwain

Thanks for stopping by!

*Claire

Jaimee & Travis..New Orleans Wedding Sneak Peek

It's hard to put into words how moving it was to photograph a life long friend's wedding. Here's a sneak peek of my dear friend, Jaimee and Travis's French Quarter New Orleans wedding.

Much more of their entire day to come.

Until then...Congratulations you two. Love you.

Thanks for stopping by!

Claire

Mark & Kristen...Steele Burden Memorial Orangerie, Baton Rouge Wedding

I met Mark and Kristen last year and loved hearing how they met through a softball league for young professionals in Washington DC. Kristen wanted to get married in her home church and hometown of Baton Rouge..and who can blame her for wanting a chance to introduce friends and family from all over the country to South Louisiana for the very first time. They did that just the right way..with two second lines. These two were so calm yet so excited throughout the day and it made for a very memorable day.

Congratulations you two!

Getting Ready & Ceremony: First Presbyterian Church, Baton Rouge

Makeup Artist: Amy Thornton

Hair Artist: Jody Moffit, Salon de lis

Reception: Steele Burden Memorial Orangerie

Cake Artist: Nothing Bundt Cakes

Band: After 8

Caterer: Bayou Bistro

Minister: Derek McCollum, First Presbyterian Church

Thanks for stopping by!

Claire

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Mrs. Andrea Alphonso...City Park Bridals

Congratulations to this stunning bride who married Taylor Alphonso last weekend!

Andrea's Bridals were taken at City Park in and around the Pavilion of the Two Sisters in New Orleans.

Can't wait to share their beautiful wedding soon!

Thanks for stopping by!

Claire

Drew & Lexi...New Orleans Wedding, The Chicory

Congratulations to Drew and Lexi!

I had no idea the Chicory even existed. What an amazing venue! I LOVED photographing this wedding on a rooftop in the heart of the Crescent City.

It was a great first wedding of 2015.

Congratulations you two..wishing you the best in the years to come.

Coordinator: Stephanie Young

Getting Ready: The Melrose Mansion

Ceremony: The Chicory - Rooftop

Reception: The Chicory

The Dress: I Do! Bridal Couture (Baton Rouge, LA)

Bridesmaid Dresses: Wedding Belles, New Orleans, LA (designer: Jenny Yoo)

Invitations: eDanae (Etsy)

Hair Artist: Rachel Richard, Steven Sobel Salon

Florist: Meade Wenzel

Lighting Artist: Luminous Events

Videographer: Chad Bower

Ceremony Music: Fine Arts Ensemble

Officiant: Reverend Joe Pitzer

Band: The Phunky Monkeys

Thanks for stopping by!

Claire

Jack & Nicole, New Orleans French Quarter Wedding (Sneak Peek)!

Happy Halloween to all!

We have some not so spooky photos to share of Jack and Nicole's amazing wedding in the New Orleans French Quarter.

What an honor it was.

More to come!

Thanks for stopping by!

Claire

The Beauregard-Keyes House...A Stunning New Orleans Wedding Venue

People often ask me what are my favorite venues to shoot weddings or which are my favorite vendors. This is usually a pretty difficult question as I do feel that Baton Rouge and New Orleans and really most of South Louisiana have countless incredibly beautiful areas, houses, venues, and downtown locations that make for incredible wedding venues..and then you throw in those who are awesome to work with and it ends up being a pretty difficult task!

I know many couples will be planning a lot this summer so I thought I'd send my two cents about vendors and venues that we have really thoroughly enjoyed working alongside in the last few years.

One of our favorites is the Beauregard-Keyes House in the French Quarter. I really can't believe that I spent three years in this business not even knowing this place existed. Part of the appeal of this place is just that...it's a new old and beautiful option for an authentic New Orleans wedding that provides opportunity to have a unique day but with the traditional aspects of New Orleans most brides really want. I first discovered this place when a lovely bride of mine decided she wanted to do her bridals here earlier this year. As a photographer..this house with its gardens is a dream setting.

I find what is equally important with any venue is the staff and those you'll work with. Ella at Beauregard-Keyes instantly added to the appeal of the house when I met her. She truly cares about the house and its history and equally cares about providing excellent service to brides on their wedding day. When I asked her what is most important to her and the team at Beauregard-Keyes this is what she had to say:

"This house was designed as a space to entertain so it is always exciting to see the House being used to it's full potential, full of people celebrating life. I also love knowing that new memories are being added to the story of the House and that the people that get married here will always have a connection to this place."

The House was built in 1826 by Joseph Le Carpentier, a well-to-do auctioneer. Seven years later it came into the possession of John A. Merle, the consul of Switzerland. Old plans show that a formal garden was constructed about that same time. Through the years of its checkered history, the house had many owners and in 1865 when General Pierre Gustav Toutant Beauregard, noted Confederate leader who hailed from Louisiana, returned to New Orleans he lodged there for eighteen months.

In 1944, Frances Parkinson Keyes, a well known novelist, came to Louisiana, rented the house and eventually took it over. Mrs. Keyes made the cottage her winter residence for a quarter of a century and wrote several of her books here, among them Dinner At Antoine’s, The Chess Player (Paul Morphy), and Blue Camellia.

Rich New Orleans history, great service from those who not only care about the rich history but those who get to enjoy it, and a simply stunningly beautiful place are all reasons we think this venue should be considered when planning your wedding. You can read more about the Beauregard-Keyes House online at their website below. Give Ella a call. You won't regret it:).

http://www.bkhouse.org/

Thanks for stopping by!

*Claire

Jeff + Margaret...Audubon Zoo, New Orleans Wedding

I have shot in and around Audubon Park and Zoo before and everyone knows it's a classic New Orleans favorite.

I had never shot a wedding at the Sea Lion exhibit at Audubon before though.

Let me tell you...this spot shot straight to the top of my list. I was stunned at how beautiful it was.

This was partly also due to the fact that the day of Jeff and Margaret's wedding, the weather was incredible!!!

The weather could not have been more perfect...seriously.

And I honestly have to give credit where credit is due. Jeff & Margaret are a stunningly beautiful couple. In every way. These two live in New York but knew that New Orleans would be a perfect fit for a stunning wedding and they were of course quite correct.

What was my favorite thing about this wedding you ask? Well, besides how unbelievably gorgeous the entire day was...these two and pretty much most of their guests can really...truly...dance!!!!!

In fact...I believe the groom's dancing skills are one of many reasons these two ended up together!

This was definitely one for the books.

Jeff and Margaret, you two are stunning and it was a joy to spend such a beautiful day with you guys. I hope these photos will always serve as sweet reminders of an unforgettable day!

Ceremony: Sea Lion Exhibit at the Audubon Nature Institute

Reception: Tea Room at the Audubon Nature Institute

Florist Design: Bee's Wedding & Event Floral Designs

Coordinator: Carolyn Fredricks with Bee's Wedding & Event Floral Designs

Band: Louisiana Spice Band

Cake: Melissa's Fine Pastries

The Dress: Saks 5th Avenue (designed by Austin Scarlet)

Hair & Makeup: Flawless Bride

Bridesmaid Dresses: J. Crew

Groom's Tux: Paul Smith

Custom Printing: Leslie Evans, Seadog Press Watertown, MA

Chamber Music: Harry Hardin

Limo Service: Audubon Limousine

Catering: Audubon Nature Institute

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Thanks for stopping by!

*Claire

Jeff & Margaret Sneak Peek.. New Orleans Wedding Photographer

Congratulations to Jeff & Margaret!!

More to come:)

Thanks for stopping by!

*Claire

Jordan & Casey.. New Orleans Wedding Photographer

Jordan and Casey’s wedding was at the incredible Terrell House. I can’t get enough of this place! They are absolutely one of my favorites in New Orleans!

Jordan and Casey had a beautiful wedding celebration complete with awesome gifts for one another (socks for cold feet!! ), tambourines for dancing at the reception (something the bride is known for), and even an accidental almost premature kiss by the groom who just couldn’t contain his joy at seeing his beautiful bride walking down that aisle!

Jordan and Casey, I wish you guys a lifetime of joy in marriage and growth together. I pray you rest in a love and joy greater than yourselves that will allow you to love one another fully.

Getting Ready:  Terrell House

Ceremony: St. Henry's Church, New Orleans

Reception: Terrell House

Florist: Fallo Van Os Floral Co

Band: Chicken on the Bone

Makeup: Blush and Bashful

Caterer: Terrell House

The dress: Wedding Bells

Thanks for stopping by!

Claire

Mrs. Casey Colomb Von Tress....New Orleans Bridal Photography at the Beauregard-Keyes House

Congratulations to Jordan and Casey Von Tress!

Stay tuned for more from their beautiful wedding at The Terrell House in New Orleans!

These bridals were taken at a stunning venue we didn't even know about but is quickly becoming one of my favorites!!

Ladies, check out The Beauregard-Keyes House and Garden Museum in the French Quarter.

I'm so glad to know about this incredible house tucked in a quiet corner of the Quarter. If you're looking for a wedding venue in New Orleans, trust me, you want to check

out the Beauregard - Keyes House.

Special thanks to Ella for being awesome and getting us fixed up with a wonderful spot for beautiful bridals!

Casey, you're stunning! What a joy to do these for you guys!

Thanks for stopping by!

Claire

Mrs. Casey Colomb Von Tress....New Orleans Bridal Photography at the Beauregard-Keyes House

Congratulations to Jordan and Casey Von Tress!

Stay tuned for more from their beautiful wedding at The Terrell House in New Orleans!

These bridals were taken at a stunning venue we didn't even know about but is quickly becoming one of my favorites!!

Ladies, check out The Beauregard-Keyes House and Garden Museum in the French Quarter.

I'm so glad to know about this incredible house tucked in a quiet corner of the Quarter. If you're looking for a wedding venue in New Orleans, trust me, you want to check

out the Beauregard - Keyes House.

Special thanks to Ella for being awesome and getting us fixed up with a wonderful spot for beautiful bridals!

Casey, you're stunning! What a joy to do these for you guys!

Thanks for stopping by!

Claire

Brad & Kristin...Laffayette, Louisiana {Baton Rouge Wedding Photographer}

Brad & Kristin were married on February 15, 2014 at La Chapelle des AttakapasVermilionville Historic Village in Lafayette, Louisiana.

Let me just say...I LOVE this girl's style!

This venue is such a wonderfully quaint and intimate, truly authentic South Louisiana cajun experience! Kristin's details at the wedding even down to the dress, flowers, and incredible cajun band complimented the entire theme of the day.

It was genuine and thoughtful just as Brad and Kristin themselves are and have been toward us!

It was an honor to be a part of this joyful celebration with you two and I pray that joy will extend into many years together of growth in marriage!

Ceremony & Reception: La Chapelle des Attakapas Vermilionville Historic Village

Coordinator: Casey Leblanc

Band: T'Monde

Hair & Makeup: Hellianna Verret

The Dress: BHLDN, veil from Veil Artistry

Bridesmaids Dresses: Lemon Drop

Tuxes: Joseph A. Bank

Paper goods design: Bride's brother!

Thanks for stopping by!

Claire