New Orleans Wedding Photography Packages & Pricing
You want clear pricing before reaching out. These wedding photography packages are built around the way most New Orleans wedding days actually flow: ceremony coverage, portraits, family photos, reception moments, and the details in between.
Every collection includes a second photographer, timeline guidance, a polished online gallery, and a wedding album. Engagement sessions, bridal portraits, boudoir, rehearsal dinner coverage, wedding video, photo booth rentals, and custom bundles are also available based on your day, your venue, and the coverage you need.
Collections begin at $2,500.
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STANDARD
$2,500
Eight hours of wedding-day photography with two photographers and a wedding album.
Includes:
8 hours of wedding coverage
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Second photographer
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Online gallery to download and share images and order prints
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(1) 8x11" Standard Wedding album
PREMIUM
$3,500
Complete wedding-day coverage plus an engagement session, canvas portrait and upgraded wedding album.
Includes:
8 hours of wedding coverage
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Second photographer
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Online gallery to download and share images and order prints
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(1) 11x14" Premium Wedding album
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3-hour engagement shoot
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(1) 16x24" Engagement session canvas print
LUXURY
$4,250
Ten hours of wedding coverage, engagement photography, a luxury album and additional wall art.
Includes:
10 hours of wedding coverage
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Second photographer
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Online gallery to download and share images and order prints
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(1) 12x16" Luxury wedding album
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3-hour engagement shoot
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(1) 16x24" Engagement session canvas print
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(1) 12x18" Wedding portrait metal print
ELITE
$5,000
Your complete wedding photography collection, including engagement and bridal or boudoir sessions.
Includes:
10 hours of wedding coverage
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Second photographer
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Online gallery to download and share images and order prints
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(1) 12x16" Luxury wedding album
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3-hour engagement shoot
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(1) 16x24" Engagement session canvas print
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(1) 12x18" Wedding Portrait metal print
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3-hour Bridal or Boudoir session
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(1) 8x8" Mini bridal/boudoir album
Booking + Payment
A signed agreement and non-refundable retainer of 25%–35% are required to reserve your wedding date.
Flexible payment plans are available, with the remaining balance due 24 hours before your event begins.
Your payment schedule and delivery timeline will be confirmed in your agreement.
What’s Included in Your Wedding Photography Package
Every wedding deserves beautiful photography and a well-organized experience. My New Orleans wedding photography collections are designed to provide comprehensive coverage, professional guidance and lasting keepsakes.
Every collection includes:
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Lead and second photographer
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8–10 hours of wedding-day coverage
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Timeline planning and guided posing
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High-resolution edited photographs
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Private online gallery for downloading, sharing and ordering prints
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Wedding album
Premium, Luxury and Elite collections also include an engagement session and canvas portrait. Additional coverage, bridal portraits, wedding videography and photo booth rentals are available.
Standalone Wedding Sessions
These sessions can be booked on their own or added to a wedding photography package when you want additional coverage before or around the wedding day.
Engagement Session — $1,000
A relaxed session designed to help you get comfortable in front of the camera before the wedding while creating polished images for save-the-dates, announcements, your wedding website, prints, and personal keepsakes.
Includes:
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3-hour session
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Up to 2 locations
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Up to 2 outfit changes
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Online gallery of 50–75 edited images
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One 16×24 canvas portrait
Elopement Photography — $1,500
A simple option for couples planning an intimate ceremony without the structure or coverage needs of a traditional full wedding day.
Includes:
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Up to 4 hours of photography coverage
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Ceremony and couple portraits
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Online gallery of edited high-resolution images
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Easy downloading, sharing, and print ordering
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One 8×8 mini photo album
Bridal Portrait Session — $1,000
A dedicated bridal session gives you more time to create polished portraits in your wedding attire without the time pressure of the wedding-day schedule.
Includes:
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3-hour session
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Up to 2 locations
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Up to 3 bridal or portrait looks
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30-image online gallery
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27 edited images plus 3 fully retouched images
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One 8×8 mini photo album
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One 16×24 wood-framed bridal portrait
Bridal Boudoir Session — $1,000
A private, guided boudoir experience designed for brides who want personal images as a wedding gift, album, keepsake, or part of their wedding-season experience.
Includes:
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2-hour session
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Location included
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Up to 3 looks
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20-image online gallery
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18 edited images plus 2 fully retouched images
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One 8×8 mini boudoir album
Optional Wedding Add-Ons
The following options can be added to an active wedding or qualifying photography booking when you want additional coverage, products, or services.
Rehearsal Dinner Coverage — $500
Add coverage of the rehearsal dinner, welcome gathering, family interactions, speeches, and toasts before the wedding day.
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2–4 hours of coverage
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Edited digital image gallery
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Ideal for documenting extended family and wedding-weekend moments
Micro Wedding Video Add-On — $500
Add video coverage to a qualifying micro wedding or photography session.
Includes:
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Dedicated camera operator
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Up to 4 hours of video coverage
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2–3 minute edited cinematic highlight film
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Digital video delivery
For full wedding-day videography, view the Wedding Videography Packages.
Photo Booth Rentals
360 video booth, DSLR mirror booth, and digital iPad booth options are available for wedding receptions and related events.
Photo booth pricing depends on booth type, rental length, print options, and event requirements.
Albums & Print Products
Additional albums and display products can be ordered separately or used to upgrade items included with your collection.
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8×11 Standard Wedding Album — $300
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11×14 Premium Wedding Album — $500
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12×16 Luxury Wedding Album — $800
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12×18 Wedding Portrait Metal Print — $200
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16×24 Engagement Session Canvas Print — $250
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8×8 Mini Bridal/Boudoir Album — $200
Travel
Travel is included within 30 miles of ZIP code 70056.
For locations beyond the included service area, travel is generally priced at $200 per additional 100 miles, up to 300 miles.
Destination weddings and events requiring airfare, lodging, or extended travel receive a custom travel quote.
Bundled Services
Wedding photography, videography, and photo booth services can be combined when you want multiple parts of your wedding handled through one team.
Qualifying bundled services receive a 5% discount.
Need Something Custom?
Some couples need straightforward wedding photography. Others want photography, video, a photo booth, rehearsal coverage, or additional sessions handled together.
Custom wedding packages are available when one of the standard collections does not fit your timeline or plans.
Send your wedding date, venue, ceremony time, guest count, and the services you are considering, and I’ll recommend the best coverage combination.
Wedding Photography Packages — Frequently Asked Questions
Q. How much does a New Orleans wedding photographer cost?
A. My wedding photography collections start at $2,500. Pricing varies primarily by coverage hours, engagement-session inclusion, albums and print products, and any additional services such as wedding video, rehearsal dinner coverage, or photo booth rental.
Q. What wedding photography packages do you offer?
Four wedding photography collections are available: Standard ($2,500), Premium ($3,500), Luxury ($4,250), and Elite ($5,000).
Packages include 8–10 hours of coverage, a second photographer, an online gallery, and a wedding album, with higher collections adding engagement sessions, portrait prints, and bridal or boudoir sessions.
Q. How many hours of coverage are included?
Standard and Premium packages include 8 hours of wedding day coverage, while Luxury and Elite packages include 10 hours to capture a fuller story from preparation through reception.
Q. Is a second photographer included?
Yes. Every wedding package includes a second photographer to provide additional coverage, angles, and candid moments throughout the day.
Q. Do you offer payment plans / retainers?
Yes. A non-refundable 25%–35% retainer is required to reserve your date. The remaining balance can be paid through a flexible payment plan, with the final payment due 24 hours before the wedding day.
Q. How many photos do we receive?
Final image counts vary based on the schedule, traditions, and pace of the day. As a general guideline, most weddings yield approximately 50–100 finished images per hour. We prioritize your must-have shot list first, then document the full story with comprehensive, candid coverage.
Q. What is your turnaround time?
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Preview gallery: within 72 hours
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Final gallery delivery: 2-4 weeks
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Additional edits/retouching (if requested): up to 6 weeks
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Print products: typically 2 to 8 weeks from design through proofing and final delivery
Q: Do you recommend a first look?
Yes—first looks usually make the timeline smoother, give you more portrait time, and help you enjoy cocktail hour and reception without feeling pulled away.
Q. Can we add video and a photo booth?
Yes—video and photo booth services are available. When services are bundled, a 5% discount applies.
Q. Are engagement sessions included?
Engagement sessions are included in the Premium, Luxury, and Elite packages.
They include a 3-hour session, two locations, outfit changes, an online gallery of edited images, and a 16×24 canvas print.
Q. Do wedding packages include albums and prints?
Yes. Each package includes a wedding album, with album size increasing by collection.
Higher packages also include canvas and metal portrait prints, along with optional heirloom print products available à la carte.
Q. Can we customize coverage or add services?
Yes. Couples can add video coverage, an additional photographer beyond the included second photographer, rehearsal dinner coverage, photo booth services, and print products.
Bundled services receive a 5% discount.
Q. Do you offer engagement, elopement, bridal portrait, or bridal boudoir sessions without a wedding package?
Yes. Engagement sessions, elopement photography, bridal portraits, and bridal boudoir sessions can be booked as standalone services. They can also be added to a wedding collection when you want additional coverage or portraits outside the wedding day.
Q. Is travel included in wedding photography pricing?
Travel is included within 30 miles of ZIP code 70056.
Beyond that, travel is $200 per 100 miles, up to 300 miles.
STANDARD
This package fits well if your day is simple and organized, with one main venue or limited travel. You’ll have enough coverage for ceremony moments, portraits, family photos, reception highlights, and the key parts of the story without adding extras you may not need.
PREMIUM
This is a good fit if you want time to get comfortable in front of the camera before the wedding day. The engagement session gives you polished images for save-the-dates, announcements, your wedding website, or prints, while keeping the wedding day coverage clear and dependable.
LUXURY
This package works well for weddings with getting ready coverage, a first look, multiple portrait locations, a larger wedding party, or a more detailed reception flow. The extra coverage helps keep portraits relaxed and gives more room for candid moments, details, and transitions throughout the day.
ELITE
This package is built for couples who want a full wedding-season story, not just the wedding day itself. It gives you more time, more finished keepsakes, and a private bridal or boudoir session that can be used for an album, gift, or personal archive.
