Congratulations to Miles & Nicole married July 9, 2016!!
We did Nicole's bridals at the Old Governor's Mansion in Baton Rouge on a rainy day much like today. But that didn't stop us from snapping some good pics.
More from Miles and Nicole's Wedding coming soon!
I told someone the other day "man, I just love a Benton wedding!"
I've known Emma, her siblings, and her nieces and nephews for several years. I had the privilege of photographing Cary, Emma's sister, and Paul's wedding a couple of years ago. Some of the kiddos pictured here I got to babysit for several years right after college and the Benton family and their extended folks as well have continually been a huge encouragement in my pursuit to start and continue this business. I am thankful for the Bentons!
Tray and Emma's wedding was a beautiful southern summer evening wedding in one of the most beautiful areas of Louisiana, the one and only St. Francisville.
I'm honored to have been a part of it and wish you two so so many years of bliss! Congrats:)
Ceremony: Grace Church, St. Francisville
Hair & Makeup: Lisa Horn | Trends Salon & Boutique
Flowers: Family & Friends
The Dress: Yvonne Lafleur
Cake Artist: Kim Morgan
Bridesmaid Dresses: Alfred Sung
Flower Girls Dresses: Haase's
Tuxes: Squires Formalwear
Band: Something Blue Band
Thanks for stopping by!
*Claire
Congratulations to Tray and Emma!
These two were married on June 25th in St. Francisville, Louisiana.
More to come but here's some of Emma's bridals and a sneak!
I'm honored to say we've been featured in Southern Bride Magazine!
You might remember we did a styled shoot a little while back in honor of the women at Umucyo Sewing Cooperative in Kigali, Rwanda. After seeing my blog post about our work with the ladies in Kigali, Stephanie Ringler of Roses and Lace, a wedding coordinator in Baton Rouge was inspired to do a styled shoot that reflected some of the style of the shoot we did for Umucyo.
I'm honored to have been a part of it and thankful Southern Weddings featured us in their June print magazine! You can find it at any Barnes and Noble or Target and turn to page 100!:)
Also check out this blog post of all the images that inspired this styled shoot!
Nick and Annie's wedding day is exactly why I love New Orleans Weddings.
French Quarter: Check
Amazing Light: Check
Awesome traditions: Check
Fun Couple: Check
Incredible Venues: Check
And so much more.
Also their reception was at one of my favorite locations in all of New Orleans. Be sure to check out the Beauregard-Keyes house.
Congratulations Nick and Annie!
Congratulations to Tyler & Carolyn!
These two met online just before Tyler went on a long vacation to the Ukarine for a while. Now living in Boston, they celebrated their wedding back in the boot where Tyler's roots are and had friends & family from all over the states join them. Needless to say I've enjoyed getting to know these two & sharing travel stories!
Wishing you guys the best!!
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
Congratulations to Josh & Anna!
Here's a peek of Anna's bridals a the wedding day! More of their wedding to come:)
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Claire
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
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!
Many thanks to InRegister Magazine for featuring and publishing some photos from my trip to Cambodia. It's an honor to be included alongside some of Louisiana's finest photographers.
Check out the article on their website here and if you're in South Louisiana go grab you one!
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*Claire
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
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
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Claire
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Congratulations Mark and Kristen!
More to come:)
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*Claire
I've seen weddings where family members, bridal party members, and even guests arrange some sort of surprise for the bride and groom and it's exciting to shoot. I think this may have been the first time I saw a bride and groom surprise their entire wedding party, families, and guest list during their wedding reception...how did they do it?
with a Drum Line!!!
It only makes sense for Taylor and Andrea who love to have a great time, were giddy about celebrating their marriage from the first day I met them, and who wanted to show in more ways than one how thankful they are for the folks that have been a part of their relationship for more than 10 years!
Congratulations Taylor and Andrea:)
Ceremony: National Shrine of Our Lady of Prompt Succor
Hair : Ashley Sievert
Makeup: Ginger Dufriend
Coordinator: Liz Burkhardt
Florist: Arbor House
Reception: City Park - The Pavillion of Two Sisters
Cake Artist: Swiss Bakery
The Dress: MaeMe Bridal Boutique
Videographer: Chad Bower
Band: The Boogie Men
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Claire
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
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
I LOVE receiving Christmas cards. But who doesn't?
It's been an awesome fall full of family photo sessions. We did mini sessions for the first time this year and they were a hit! Between mini sessions and hanging out with families who I get to see grow through the lens each and every year...this was a wonderful fall for photos!
Here's some favorites. Enjoy and Merry Christmas!
Thanks for stopping by!
Claire
I LOVE receiving Christmas cards. But who doesn't?
It's been an awesome fall full of family photo sessions. We did mini sessions for the first time this year and they were a hit! Between mini sessions and hanging out with families who I get to see grow through the lens each and every year...this was a wonderful fall for photos!
Here's some favorites. Enjoy and Merry Christmas!
Thanks for stopping by!
Claire
I LOVE receiving Christmas cards. But who doesn't?
It's been an awesome fall full of family photo sessions. We did mini sessions for the first time this year and they were a hit! Between mini sessions and hanging out with families who I get to see grow through the lens each and every year...this was a wonderful fall for photos!
Here's some favorites. Enjoy and Merry Christmas!
Thanks for stopping by!
Claire
