New Orleans Photographer, Videographer & Photo Booth Rentals
Creative photography, video, and event experiences led by Chad Populis — serving weddings, portraits, headshots, boudoir, events, and photo booth rentals across New Orleans, Gretna, Metairie, the Westbank, and South Louisiana.
Trusted for calm direction, clean edits, real moments, and a smooth experience from first message to final delivery.
Quick Answers
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Service area: Based in the New Orleans metro area, serving New Orleans, Gretna, Metairie, Kenner, the Westbank, Northshore, Baton Rouge, and South Louisiana. Travel is available for weddings, events, and destination coverage.
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Turnaround: Portrait previews are typically delivered within 7 days. Wedding galleries are typically delivered within 2–4 weeks depending on event size, coverage, and editing needs.
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What’s included: Planning guidance, guided posing, timeline support, clean edits, online gallery delivery, and clear communication before and after your session or event.
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Starting prices: Wedding photography starts at $2,500. Photo booth rentals start at $300. Custom quotes are available for weddings, events, headshots, boudoir, portraits, videography, and photo/video/photo booth bundles.
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Next step: Send your date, venue or location, service type, and approximate guest count or session needs. I’ll confirm availability and recommend the best coverage option.
Reviewed for Professionalism, Comfort & Clean Final Images
5.0-rated wedding photography experience on Zola and WeddingWire.
Clients often mention the same things: professionalism, comfort, responsiveness, strong value, fast delivery, and beautiful final images.
View recent reviews before booking, then send your date to confirm availability.
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"Great photographer/videographer! I’ve used Chad for pictures and videos since my first baby shower in 2014 and all of my events after! He catches everything, even the moments people aren’t paying attention to. Love to look back on the memories!"
Rico Young -
"Best experience I’ve ever had taken family! Chad got the job done although we were a little late and was very professional. I will definitely go back, and I will recommend to anybody else who needs their family photos taken!"
"I recently had the most incredible boudoir photography experience, and I cannot recommend it enough! From start to finish, everything about the session was thoughtfully curated to ensure comfort, confidence, and fun."
Popular Services
Based in New Orleans, I photograph weddings, engagements, proposals, boudoir, headshots, and events across the city and surrounding areas—including the French Quarter, Garden District, CBD/Downtown, City Park, Lakefront, and the Marigny/Bywater. I also travel throughout South Louisiana (and beyond) for couples and brands who want a clean, candid, story-driven look.
With nearly a decade of professional experience, Chad Populis works across photography and videography disciplines, collaborating with individuals, couples, and organizations throughout New Orleans.
Starting Prices
Wedding Photography — Starting at $2,500
Best for full wedding-day coverage, ceremony moments, portraits, family photos, reception coverage, and a polished online gallery.
Wedding Videography — Starting at $1,750
Best for couples who want a cinematic highlight film, real audio, ceremony coverage options, and a clean story-driven wedding video.
Photo Booth Rentals — Starting at $300
Choose from iPad selfie booth, DSLR mirror booth, 360 video booth, and cold spark machine options depending on your event style, venue, and guest experience.
Headshots — Starting at $250
Best for LinkedIn, business profiles, company websites, personal branding, actors, entrepreneurs, and professional teams.
Boudoir Photography — Starting at $600 in-home / $750 studio
Private, guided, confidence-forward boudoir sessions with clean edits, flattering posing, and respectful delivery.
Event Photography — Starting at $200/hr with a 3-hour minimum
Coverage for birthday parties, corporate events, private parties, galas, conferences, Mardi Gras events, and celebrations.
Why Clients Book Chad Populis Photography
You want polished photos without a stressful process. My approach is calm, clear, and guided so you never feel left guessing what to do with your hands, where to stand, or what comes next.
Clients often book because they want:
• Wedding coverage that captures real moments without slowing down the day
• Headshots that look professional without feeling stiff
• Boudoir sessions that feel private, respectful, and confidently guided
• Event photography that captures people, energy, decor, and key moments
• Photo booth rentals that are easy for guests to use and simple for hosts to enjoy
• Clear pricing, honest communication, and help choosing the right package
What You Can Expect
I document weddings, portraits, and events with a candid approach, light guidance, and clean, consistent edits. From planning support to final delivery, you’ll know what to expect and when to expect it.
What you get
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Clear communication + planning support
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Timeline guidance
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Polished online galleries
Wedding Photographer - New Orleans, Louisiana
Candid coverage + calm direction + consistent skin tones in mixed lighting.
About Chad Populis Photography
Chad Populis is a New Orleans wedding photographer and videographer with a candid, story-driven approach—guided when you need direction, natural when you don’t. You’ll get clean, consistent edits and a streamlined experience that keeps the day moving while preserving real moments.
What you get:
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Clear communication and planning support leading up to your session or wedding day
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Timeline guidance so portraits feel efficient, not rushed
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A polished online gallery to view, share, download, and order prints
I also photograph engagements, proposals, elopements, boudoir, and professional headshots—and offer photo booth rentals for weddings and events.
Second line coverage: I can capture your full second line from the send-off through the parade route—wide establishing shots, guest reactions, and clean audio for key moments.
Have a date in mind? Email cmpopulis@gmail.com or call (504) 577-6410 to check availability.
Serving New Orleans and surrounding areas, with travel available upon request.
Featured New Orleans Wedding Venues
I regularly photograph weddings, portraits, and events across New Orleans and South Louisiana—especially at venues and neighborhoods where timelines move fast and lighting changes quickly.
Recent + frequent locations include: NOPSI Hotel • Hilton Riverside • New Orleans Marriott • Treme Market Branch • NOLA Skyline Event Center • Firehouse Loft • Champagne Palace • Sully Mansion • The Roosevelt • The Lakehouse • City Park • Audubon Park • French Quarter • Warehouse District • Garden District • Metairie • Kenner • Covington • Mandeville
Headshots & Personal Branding in New Orleans
Studio or on-location, guided posing, natural retouching.
Elevate your professional image with headshots that feel confident, modern, and polished—ideal for LinkedIn, company websites, and personal brands. Sessions are guided, efficient, and designed to produce clean, consistent results.
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Studio-style or on-location options for the look you want
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Natural retouching + consistent edits that still look like you
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Perfect for executives, entrepreneurs, teams, and creatives
NOLA Boudoir Photography Experience
Comfort-first guidance, refined edits, private delivery.
Boudoir is a personalized, confidence-forward experience—relaxed, flattering, and thoughtfully guided. The goal is timeless images that feel elevated, empowering, and true to you.
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A comfortable, guided session with natural posing direction
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Clean, refined edits with an emphasis on skin tone and texture
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Ideal for bridal boudoir, anniversaries, and personal empowerment
New Orleans Videographer for Weddings and Events
Cinematic wedding films that preserve emotion, energy, and story—so you can relive the day as it actually felt. Coverage is seamless and coordinated with your photo timeline for smooth transitions.
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Story-driven highlight film with clean audio + natural pacing
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Built around your ceremony, vows, key moments, and reception energy
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Great for couples who want both candid coverage and a polished film
Photo Booth Rentals in New Orleans: Mirror Booth and iPad Selfie Booth
Fast setup, high participation flow, instant sharing + print options.
NOLA Photo Booth Rental Services
Bring a premium guest experience to your wedding, party, corporate event, or brand activation with modern photo booth rentals designed for smooth guest flow, clean lighting, and fast sharing.
Choose the booth experience that fits your event:
360 Video Booth — Best for weddings, birthday parties, brand activations, graduations, and high-energy events where guests want fun social media videos.
DSLR Mirror Booth — Best for weddings, galas, formal events, and parties where printed keepsakes and a polished booth setup matter.
iPad Selfie Booth — Best for corporate events, conferences, expos, casual parties, and digital sharing with a quick setup.
Cold Spark Machines — Best for grand entrances, first dances, send-offs, stage moments, and dramatic wedding or event highlights.
Booth availability depends on your event date, rental length, venue layout, and setup needs. Send your date, venue, guest count, and preferred booth style to confirm the best option.
Recent Work & Planning Tips
Explore recent weddings, venue features, and session guides to help you plan with confidence. These posts are built to answer common questions and show real examples.
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Venue guides + photo location ideas for smoother timelines
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Real wedding galleries to preview lighting and style
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Tips for outfits, session planning, and what to expect
Serving New Orleans & South Louisiana
Chad Populis Photography is based in the New Orleans metro area and serves weddings, portraits, headshots, boudoir sessions, events, and photo booth rentals across:
New Orleans, Gretna, Metairie, Kenner, Marrero, Harvey, Westwego, Algiers, the Westbank, the French Quarter, Downtown/CBD, Garden District, City Park, Lakefront, Marigny/Bywater, Northshore, Baton Rouge, Houma, River Parishes, and South Louisiana.
By appointment only. Most sessions and events are handled on-location, at venues, in homes, at rented studios, or at outdoor portrait locations.