Marc shot my parade for our 50th Birthday celebration and it was fabulous! He has such an eye to…read morecapture the excitement and the moment that will stay with me forever. He was professional, prompt and marched down the streets of the French Quarter with my group and the band for the entire parade. Thank you Marc for capturing these wonderful moments!

Exceptional experience with our daughter's senior pictures! We came in from Michigan. Marc…read moreimmediately made my daughter feel comfortable and took her around to all of the best spots. Great communicator, very responsive to what we wanted. I seriously can't say enough great things. If you are considering Marc as your photographer, DO IT!! You will be so happy you did!

This is essentially a repost of my review on Google reviews but I want to share the good word here…read moretoo! If you're looking for a photographer to capture your special or milestone moment, stop looking and hire Nola Darlings! I had never hired a photographer for an event before, but my partner and I wanted to document our engagement--both for the memories and to share with family and friends. We planned to get engaged on Halloween, and as non-New Orleans natives, we had no idea where to start or who to trust. My partner found Nola Darlings through a highly complimentary Reddit thread, and we were immediately drawn to their work with LGBTQ+ clients and the stunning photos on Instagram. We reached out, and from the very first interaction, Ash was fantastic. Her communication was clear, positive, and thoughtful, and the contract process was seamless. From there, Ash went above and beyond. I took over communication to plan the proposal. My partner wanted to know when it was happening but still be surprised by how. I had an idea but no clue where to find the right person to help me pull it off. I shared it with Ash, and she not only offered thoughtful recommendations but actually helped me find the perfect person to assist with the setup and surprise my (now) fiancée. Ash also worked with me to plan out a route and suggested locations that matched the vibe we wanted. The communication--both with Ash and the person she recommended--was excellent. When it came time to execute the surprise, everything went perfectly, and Ash was right there to capture it beautifully. And perhaps most importantly, the photos are phenomenal. Ash made us feel comfortable from the start and chose locations that truly reflected the atmosphere we were hoping for. I'm a bit camera shy and rarely know what to do with my face or hands, but you'd never know it from the pictures. Ash offered just the right amount of direction and created flattering, low key bad-ass, shots that we absolutely love. All in all, 1,000 out of 10--highly, wholeheartedly recommend Nola Darlings.

Ash was a great photographer for our proposal shoot around the French Quarter. She was responsive…read morethe day of the shoot and was onsite before we even got there. She had a good variety of locales picked out, which was very helpful since we're are from out of town. She also got all the pictures back to us ~30 hours after the shoot. We were expecting just a few ready in that time, so she really went above and beyond!

Scott And Ryan did an amazing job for my wedding 3 weeks ago June 23rd at Southern Oaks Plantation…read more My whole wedding party spoke highly of Scott and Ryan through out the day, we felt so comfortable with Scott and Ryan they made our special day fun!!! I highly recommend Scott Photography to any bride and and groom! Thank you Scott

Scott was amazing from the moment we first placed an inquiry. I've never been a big fan of…read moreprofessional photographers because I always felt like many photos felt/looked too staged or forced but Scott proved me wrong. Not only did every single picture turn out amazing but they all looked so naturally beautiful. He was very easy to work with, professional, and added to our celebration with nothing but positive vibes. All of my guests were beyond impressed with the amount of hustle he put into capturing our second-line. I have no hesitation recommending him to anyone looking for the best photographer; especially, with the reasonable pricing he offers. In fact, I'd be willing to fly him out to our home state of Florida just to ensure that our future pivotal moments in life get captured by the best. Thank you Scott!

My husband and I chose to basically "elope" in our own city because our families live on opposite…read moresides of the country from each other and and even the idea of planning something everyone could get to was a nightmare. Photos might have been the only "traditional" thing we did, but they were important to me and I am so very glad we found Kathleen! We got married on what must have been the hottest day of the year here in New Orleans and somehow Kathleen managed to make it look like no one was melting! We all met up in Jackson Square and she got our photographs with landmarks as well as street performers, all while letting us dodge in and out of various bars and businesses to take cool-down breaks. She was an absolute joy to work with, the pictures are absolutely stunning and I couldn't be happier with them! She charges a fraction of the average rate, has such cute and unique posing ideas and even better, instead of paying a fortune for prints, she sent us 2 CDs of the (retouched) images and we can print them at will! Both my husband and I have experience modeling and are no stranger to the camera, so when we say that Kathleen is great to work with, it holds water! I'm not sure what the next thing I'll need a photographer for, but whatever it happens to be, I'm calling Kathleen!

Kathleen is amazing! My fiancée and I were looking to have affordable engagement photos taken in…read morethe French Quarter, and after a lot of research we reached out to her due to her impressive portfolio and reasonable rates. She graciously accommodated our request (she doesn't specifically list engagement shoots in her pricing sheet), and even cancelled a personal appointment to keep the shoot when there was a threat of rain at the original time we agreed on. We had a blast the whole time, and she even added an additional ten minutes (for free!) to the shoot because of the fun we were all having. The pictures turned out amazing. She has a great eye and gives good direction. I'd recommend her to anyone! Thanks Kathleen!

If there is anything to take away from this review I am leaving- it is that Avery Leigh Photography…read morewas the best choice for my wedding photographer. Avery went above and beyond for my destination wedding in New Orleans. She is also based in NYC, where we live, so meeting up was easy. When you meet Avery, you will be warmed by her large smile, and within her photography, you can see her eye for detail and composition. As an artist myself, I was very picky about what kind of artist I wanted to use for my wedding photography- Avery specializes in street photography, which means she can catch beautiful candid moments all through your special day. Even those family members or those shy friends who are not photogenic- Avery will catch them smiling and smiling well! The day of my wedding was hectic, and Avery was as cool as a cucumber and quick as a tiger. We had this cool eye contact across rooms and it was like she could read my mind while trying to take family portraits and traditional wedding photos. I has even been meticulous in typing out a photography want list- this list got caught in my email inbox and we pulled it up on my cell phone IN THE MOMENT DAY OF and she was able to get every single shot that I dreamed of, and more. We also asked for a second photographer to cover spaces where Avery cannot be- and Avery's judgement was, once again, magnificent. Our second photographer was Chelsea Caldwell, and we loved having two artist's aesthetics and different views of our wedding. The turn around time for the sneak peek and the full set were quick, even though Avery had other wedding albums to edit as well. My family is obsessed with the photos, my friends keep changing their profile pictures to the beautiful shots she captured of them, and my husband and I are blissfully happy that our special day was captured so deeply and intimately. I highly recommend Avery Leigh Photography. I take no hesitation to recommending her to anyone who asks, "Know a good photographer?" Because I really, really do.

There are not enough words to describe how immensely grateful we are for everything Avery brought…read moreto our wedding day photos: dedication, care, kindness, skill, and above all, love. When I picked Avery to be our wedding photographer, I knew she saw the world through a lens of joy and would capture every second of our day with the utmost professionalism and creativity. Avery went above and beyond, with a wonderful mix of posed and candid shots, and I'm still crying looking at all the photos. I will find another reason to hire Avery again to document another day in our lives down the road. Avery is simply amazing and wholly devoted to the craft of photography; a master storyteller wielding a camera = magic.

Marianne and Steve at The Red M Studio are phenomenal. My wife and I had individual and couples'…read moreportraits done, and these are truly the best photographs we've ever had. As an advanced amateur photographer, I was impressed by their lighting, posing, and attention to detail. They listen, they guide, and they make the entire experience enjoyable. Absolutely top‑tier portrait work.

We cannot say enough good things about Red M Studio. From start to finish, working with Marianne &…read moreSteve was an incredible experience, and hiring them was one of the best decisions we made for our New Orleans "not a wedding" wedding. I found Red M Studio through a Reddit recommendation from another couple who loved their photos, and after seeing their work, I immediately understood why. We wanted to support a small business, loved their aesthetic, and knew we needed professionals who could capture something intimate and nontraditional without turning it into a production. Leading up to the day, Marianne & Steve were incredibly organized and thoughtful. We had both a phone call and a Zoom meeting where they walked through every detail to make sure nothing was missed. They even used Google Maps to virtually walk us through the French Quarter and talk through locations and timing. That level of preparation made us feel completely at ease. Our original plan was to elope, but as anyone who tries to elope in New Orleans learns, that rarely stays small. What unfolded was a joyful, intimate gathering we lovingly called our "not a wedding." Marianne & Steve captured every part of it beautifully, from exchanging vows privately in our hotel suite, to wandering the French Quarter on Halloween night, stopping at the Carousel Bar, befriending a very determined French Quarter cat, and ending the evening with a private dinner at Arnaud's surrounded by our favorite people. They truly understood the assignment. The photos feel authentic, emotional, and perfectly us. Nothing felt staged or forced, and we never once felt uncomfortable or overly "on display." The final gallery tells the story of the day exactly as it was: warm, a little spooky, deeply personal, and full of love. If you're getting married in New Orleans and want photographers who are professional, intuitive, and genuinely invested in telling your story, Red M Studio is exceptional. We will treasure these photos forever.

I don't give 5 stars unless it's deserved. Caitlin is HANDS DOWN the best photographer in New…read moreOrleans! She took both my engagement and wedding photos. They were perfect! I'll add some to this page. I would recommend Caitlin b photography to anyone. Definitely check her out.