Best Portrait Photographers in New Orleans

Portraiture is so much more than just capturing an image of a person. It’s about telling their story and allowing the viewer to connect with their truth through imagery that’s not only compelling but beautiful.

New Orleans is rapidly earning itself a reputation as a creative hub and is home to some of the nation’s most talented portrait photographers. Whether you’re after a timeless family album or something a little edgier, here are eight NOLA artists to inspire you.

Dominique Richard

Dominique Richard’s portraits are brightly hued and “pop” with color, from her use of bright yellow walls to lush greenery and sparkling swimming pools. She specializes in street portraits with a distinctly youthful vibe and her images always have an energy that draws you in. Dominique’s work has been featured in “Nude Magazine” and by Jillian Keiffer Clothing, and her clients rave about her professionalism and personable nature. In addition to portraits, she offers engagement session shoots and regularly photographs weddings in and around the New Orleans area.

Tasha Rae Photography

Tasha Rae describes herself as “a lover of authentic moments, good lighting, and honest connections” and has garnered a reputation as a go-to photographer for engagement sessions and senior portraits. She also offers boudoir and bridal photography, intending to exceed her clients’ expectations every step of the way. She captures timeless images that are always infused with joy, resulting in beautiful artworks that you can share with family and friends.

Asha Pierce Photography

Asha Pierce is both a photographer and filmmaker who works throughout the New Orleans area. She says that her passion for photography was ignited in 2012 when she embarked on her first cruise to the Bahamas and became obsessed with documenting every moment. Asha has since evolved from a timid hobbyist into a confident professional photographer who regularly collaborates with other creatives on a range of projects. Whether she’s working on a location shoot or a branding session, Asha is on a mission to bring her clients’ stories to life through her lens.

Traven Stout Photography

After studying photography at The University of New Orleans, Traven Stout has worked hard to become one of the top portrait photographers in the city. He has a knack for establishing a relationship between the subject and viewer, whether he’s capturing a family portrait session or helping a company build its brand. Travis not only captures headshots in his studio and portraits on location but also offers wedding and event photography with a fine art perspective.

Lady

“Photography for weirdos” is how Lady (a self-described “weirdo”) markets their portraiture. They say that it’s “Never traditional. Never cheesy” and will appeal to people who march to the beat of their own drum. Their portraiture is vibrant and beautiful while also being timeless in a totally unique way. While Lady has worked as an actor, crafter, swing dancer, and wildlife rehabilitator, photography has been their one true passion for the past 14 years.

Dani Benton Photography

Originally hailing from Oregon, Dani Benton is a graduate in graphic design who now calls New Orleans “home”. She works as a professional photographer specializing in portraits, weddings, and fine art images throughout the Gulf South region and has had her photos published in the Photographer’s Forum’s “Best of College Photography”. Dani is talented shooting in both natural light and studio setups and loves collaborating with models and designers to create surreal imagery.

Avery Leigh White

Avery Leigh White's portraits aren’t like any other photographers on the list and capture everything from the joyful to the macabre. Many of her images have a spontaneous feel, rather than being highly stylized or posed. “Raw" and “honest” are words that come to mind in the stories she tells through her lens. Avery spends time working in both New Orleans and New York City and her talents have been recognized by everyone from Vice to National Geographic and Rolling Stone.

Erika Parker Portraits

Erika Parker Portraits captures all the joys of family life, from the expectation of birth to the welcoming of a newborn and rapidly growing children. She says that photography has been a part of her life since junior high school and is a profession she’s extremely passionate about, with a love of getting to know and connecting with people. Erika’s images are not only beautiful but true to life and it’s understandable why her clients return again and again.

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