What a joy and honor to relive this day and to have been a part of it. This wedding was special to me for so many reasons.
Congratulations to Kyle & Elizabeth.
Much 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:).
Thanks for stopping by!
*Claire
Phillips Family Photos...Baton Rouge Family Photographer
Tis the season of many wonderful spring family sessions!
It's Dad's week and some of these moments of Anderson with her Daddy were just too precious. I've been beaming as I work on these.
Happy Father's Day and Congrats to some sweet friends and their beautiful daughter and here's to many more wonderful years.
Thanks for stopping by!
*Claire
Phillips Family Photos...Baton Rouge Family Photographer
Tis the season of many wonderful spring family sessions!
It's Dad's week and some of these moments of Anderson with her Daddy were just too precious. I've been beaming as I work on these.
Happy Father's Day and Congrats to some sweet friends and their beautiful daughter and here's to many more wonderful years.
Thanks for stopping by!
*Claire
Phillips Family Photos...Baton Rouge Family Photographer
Tis the season of many wonderful spring family sessions!
It's Dad's week and some of these moments of Anderson with her Daddy were just too precious. I've been beaming as I work on these.
Happy Father's Day and Congrats to some sweet friends and their beautiful daughter and here's to many more wonderful years.
Thanks for stopping by!
*Claire
Lucy Margaret Scroggs {Baton Rouge Family Photos}
This kid!! She makes the greatest faces. This is the second time I’ve had the joy of photographing Lucy Margaret's awesome expressions and they get better and better. Once again we met to do some family photos at Capitol Park in downtown Baton Rouge. Time flies with kiddos like this one. Looking forward to watching her grow!
Check out her Fall portraits here!
Happy Wednesday!
Thanks for stopping by!
*Claire
Lucy Margaret Scroggs {Baton Rouge Family Photos}
This kid!! She makes the greatest faces. This is the second time I’ve had the joy of photographing Lucy Margaret's awesome expressions and they get better and better. Once again we met to do some family photos at Capitol Park in downtown Baton Rouge. Time flies with kiddos like this one. Looking forward to watching her grow!
Check out her Fall portraits here!
Happy Wednesday!
Thanks for stopping by!
*Claire
Lucy Margaret Scroggs {Baton Rouge Family Photos}
This kid!! She makes the greatest faces. This is the second time I’ve had the joy of photographing Lucy Margaret's awesome expressions and they get better and better. Once again we met to do some family photos at Capitol Park in downtown Baton Rouge. Time flies with kiddos like this one. Looking forward to watching her grow!
Check out her Fall portraits here!
Happy Wednesday!
Thanks for stopping by!
*Claire
Andrew + Beth.. Bush, Louisiana Wedding Photography
Andrew and Beth were married at a wonderfully quaint church outside of Covington, Louisiana. Every single detail you see at this reception was thought of and created by Beth herself or a family member. Even down to the amazing chandeliers in the barn…her three brothers made these for the wedding! Amazing skills if you ask me.
Beth has dreamed of a barn wedding and looked far and wide for one. It was a beautifully done DIY wedding and from the barbecue to the bridals with a horse…this wedding fit these two like a glove!
Congratulations Andrew and Beth! I wish you two abundant joy in your marriage
Ceremony: Hebron Baptist Church
Reception: The Barn at Southwest Horse Company
Florist: Elaine Prestwood
Cake Artist: Cocoa Bean Bakery
DJ: Joey Hollaway
Hair & Makeup: Rebecca Davis
The Dress: Bustles and Bows Bridal Boutique
Lighting and Photobooth: Rock it Productions
Catering: Sweet Daddy's BBQ
Thanks for stopping by!
*Claire
Spencer + Rachel...My brother & his Baton Rouge Engagements.
I’ve known Spencer since the day I was brought to the hospital after he was born on May 21, 1992. I can’t tell you what my first impression of my little brother was at 4 years old….but I can try…
with words that will inevitably fail to do it justice…
to express my impressions of him almost 22 years later.
Spencer was a blonde-haired blue-eyed boy my Mom had always wanted. She literally had dreams of having a boy with blonde hair and blue eyes and I think she probably would have kept trying until God granted her wish. Well he did for the third one.… and Spencer became the baby of the family. With two strong-willed older sisters, Spencer rarely got a word in at the dinner table growing up…but when he did we all knew it would be good. With a rich sense of humor, strong convictions ingrained in the very heart of who he is, and the passion, sensitivity, and wit he got straight from our Father, Spencer captivates his audience when he speaks. He is strong. but he will be moved to heartache when confronted with the injustice of others. Spencer has the sensitivity, passion, drive, and steadiness of both our parents combined. I think I didn’t really realize most of my childhood that Spencer wasn’t really my age. He was my closest companion especially in summers when all there was to do was build another fort, ride our bikes around the cul-de-sac, and wrestle to the point of scaring my mom convinced we would break something or each other in the process. I can’t think of anything Spencer hasn’t been able to do when he sets out to do it. From the time he first learned to throw a baseball to deciding to be the sports editor at the Reveille, LSU’s student newspaper, Spencer decides he wants to do something, he commits, and he sticks with it.
This steady loyalty has played out the most in two areas of his life so far…sports…and the woman he loves. Spencer and Rachel have been together for over 7 years. They are highschool sweethearts, but first met as children in church together. On May 31st this year…almost exactly 22 years after the day I met him, Spencer and Rachel will get married in Baton Rouge where they’ve spent the last 4 years attending LSU together. After that they will move to Dallas to no doubt accomplish much more than they already have..together. Spencer and Rachel’s relationship, from an older sister’s point of view, fits exactly who Spencer is. He is committed to the people and the things he loves..for life. He will fight for those he loves and he’s done that for Rachel and I know he will continue to.
Spencer, you make me proud, bud. Always have…always will. I love you
Thanks for stopping by!
Claire
Spencer + Rachel...My brother & his Baton Rouge Engagements.
I’ve known Spencer since the day I was brought to the hospital after he was born on May 21, 1992. I can’t tell you what my first impression of my little brother was at 4 years old….but I can try…
with words that will inevitably fail to do it justice…
to express my impressions of him almost 22 years later.
Spencer was a blonde-haired blue-eyed boy my Mom had always wanted. She literally had dreams of having a boy with blonde hair and blue eyes and I think she probably would have kept trying until God granted her wish. Well he did for the third one.… and Spencer became the baby of the family. With two strong-willed older sisters, Spencer rarely got a word in at the dinner table growing up…but when he did we all knew it would be good. With a rich sense of humor, strong convictions ingrained in the very heart of who he is, and the passion, sensitivity, and wit he got straight from our Father, Spencer captivates his audience when he speaks. He is strong. but he will be moved to heartache when confronted with the injustice of others. Spencer has the sensitivity, passion, drive, and steadiness of both our parents combined. I think I didn’t really realize most of my childhood that Spencer wasn’t really my age. He was my closest companion especially in summers when all there was to do was build another fort, ride our bikes around the cul-de-sac, and wrestle to the point of scaring my mom convinced we would break something or each other in the process. I can’t think of anything Spencer hasn’t been able to do when he sets out to do it. From the time he first learned to throw a baseball to deciding to be the sports editor at the Reveille, LSU’s student newspaper, Spencer decides he wants to do something, he commits, and he sticks with it.
This steady loyalty has played out the most in two areas of his life so far…sports…and the woman he loves. Spencer and Rachel have been together for over 7 years. They are highschool sweethearts, but first met as children in church together. On May 31st this year…almost exactly 22 years after the day I met him, Spencer and Rachel will get married in Baton Rouge where they’ve spent the last 4 years attending LSU together. After that they will move to Dallas to no doubt accomplish much more than they already have..together. Spencer and Rachel’s relationship, from an older sister’s point of view, fits exactly who Spencer is. He is committed to the people and the things he loves..for life. He will fight for those he loves and he’s done that for Rachel and I know he will continue to.
Spencer, you make me proud, bud. Always have…always will. I love you
Thanks for stopping by!
Claire
Red Onion Celebrates Mom Trunk Show...Baton Rouge Family Photographer
We've got great news!!
We've been invited to be a part of Red Onion's Spring Trunk Show!
This show is all about celebrating Mom. Our work along with Atlanta painter, Britt Bass Turner, and the incredible Sennod Jewelry Design will be at Red Onion on May 1st and 2nd!
We will be debuting and selling some of our New Orleans art prints as well as showcasing some of our family and newborn sessions. You can even purchase discounted gift cards for all the special moms in your life to have their own family, child, or newborn photos taken with us! Be sure to also enter to win a gift basket with items from each vendor included!
Let's celebrate Moms together!!
Come to Red Onion on Perkins Rd. in Baton Rouge May 1st and 2nd!!
Spring and Easter Family Photo Sessions....Baton Rouge Photographer
Call or email us to schedule your spring photo sessions today!!
If you book your 30 minute session within the next 3 weeks we'll throw in 2 free digital downloads!
30 minute spring sessions are only $100
Discounts on 1-2 hour sessions and multiple location/outfit sessions are also available when booking in the next two weeks.
Call or email for questions & to get on our spring calendar!!
Thanks for stopping by!
Claire
Spring and Easter Family Photo Sessions....Baton Rouge Photographer
Call or email us to schedule your spring photo sessions today!!
If you book your 30 minute session within the next 3 weeks we'll throw in 2 free digital downloads!
30 minute spring sessions are only $100
Discounts on 1-2 hour sessions and multiple location/outfit sessions are also available when booking in the next two weeks.
Call or email for questions & to get on our spring calendar!!
Thanks for stopping by!
Claire
Spring and Easter Family Photo Sessions....Baton Rouge Photographer
Call or email us to schedule your spring photo sessions today!!
If you book your 30 minute session within the next 3 weeks we'll throw in 2 free digital downloads!
30 minute spring sessions are only $100
Discounts on 1-2 hour sessions and multiple location/outfit sessions are also available when booking in the next two weeks.
Call or email for questions & to get on our spring calendar!!
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
Brad & Desiree...New Orleans, Louisiana {New Orleans Wedding Photographer}
Brad and Desiree were married on February 8th at St. Theresa of Avila Catholic Church in New Orleans.
Their reception took place at The Foundry in New Orleans's Warehouse District. This was our first time to shoot at The Foundry. It was a super awesome venue in such a great location.
We got to do a little of my favorite kind of New Orleans shooting...stopping a bit of traffic to get that shot which it turns out is much less dangerous in the Warehouse District!
I especially love it when we get a chance to photograph some cool kids during a wedding day. Brad's son, Jackson, was no exception. Jackson has some swag for sure.
Take a look!
Many thanks to Brad & Desiree for having me be a part of this awesome New Orleans Wedding!
Thanks for stopping by!
Claire
Matt + Kelsi...Monroe, Louisiana {Baton Rouge Wedding Photographer}
You may remember Matt and Kelsi's engagements from last summer. We took Matt, Kelsi, and their precious dogs' photos at and around Neville High School in Monroe, Louisiana where Matt and Kelsi first met.
A few minutes down the road and just a few years later, these two were married on February 1st!
Matt and Kelsi, what a joy to be a part of your wedding day and to get to celebrate with your sweet families and friends! It was honor and we wish you two many years of growth, blessings, and joy in marriage with one another!
Many thanks!
Thanks for stopping by!
Claire
Congratulations Brad & Desiree!...Louisiana Bridals
Brad and Desiree were married last weekend in New Orleans!
Back in the fall I had the honor of photographing Desiree's bridals at Maison Madeleine outside of Lafayette, Louisiana.
This quaint bed and breakfast sitting on Lake Martin has been featured in Southern Living and the Travel Channel's Anthony Bordain: No Reservations. We got to see first hand why it gets so much attention..and it should! History meets modern art in and around this home that is an abandoned 19th Century French-Creole Style. It was moved to its current location and opened as a bed and breakfast in 2001.
Desiree's dad has done work for the family owners and so we set out to Lake Martin to grab some shots of a stunning bride in a stunning location!
Congratulations to Brad and Desiree! Stay tuned to see their wedding:)
Thanks for stopping by and have a very LOVE-ly weekend!
*Claire
Congratulations Brad & Desiree!...Louisiana Bridals
Brad and Desiree were married last weekend in New Orleans!
Back in the fall I had the honor of photographing Desiree's bridals at Maison Madeleine outside of Lafayette, Louisiana.
This quaint bed and breakfast sitting on Lake Martin has been featured in Southern Living and the Travel Channel's Anthony Bordain: No Reservations. We got to see first hand why it gets so much attention..and it should! History meets modern art in and around this home that is an abandoned 19th Century French-Creole Style. It was moved to its current location and opened as a bed and breakfast in 2001.
Desiree's dad has done work for the family owners and so we set out to Lake Martin to grab some shots of a stunning bride in a stunning location!
Congratulations to Brad and Desiree! Stay tuned to see their wedding:)
Thanks for stopping by and have a very LOVE-ly weekend!
*Claire