The 8 Best Event Photographers in New Orleans (2025)

New Orleans is the capital of events. There’s always something to do on the streets of the Big Easy — be it catching a sports game, jumping into a wedding procession, partaking in Mardi Gras, or seeing your favorite band take over the town. You’re never short of somewhere to go or something to do in NOLA. These New Orleans event photographers specialize in all kinds of events, each with their own unique twists and niches. After all, you wouldn’t want a concert photographer taking your wedding party photos. Or, actually, judging by the talent on this list, maybe you would!

A quick word on booking NOLA event spaces

At Peerspace, we not only strive to shine a light on the most talented creatives in a given city, but we also connect you with the most amazing creative spaces for you to work, gather, and celebrate.

Peerspace is the largest online marketplace for hourly venue rentals, helping you find and book unique hidden gem spaces in New Orleans and beyond for events, photoshoots, film shoots, meetings, and more. So whether you’re a photographer looking for fresh spaces to bring your next project to life or someone who just wants to host an event in a stylish, amenity-packed space, we have you covered!

So what types of spaces can you book for your next New Orleans event? Here are a few of our favorite options:

• This historic mansion with a spacious yard (pictured above) in the South 7th Ward.
• This beautiful Victorian-style full-service salon and spa in St. Claude.
• This luxurious downtown event space with Moroccan vibes in the CBD.
• This artsy courtyard storefront perfect for pop-ups in the French Quarter.
• This stunning converted Victorian church in Bywater.

And so on and so on! With Peerspace, finding your new favorite space to work and celebrate is a breeze. But enough about us! Let’s get back to the topic at hand and explore the work of the best New Orleans event photographers.

1. Nab artistic, candid images when you work with Krystin Kospelich

Krystin Kospelich knows how quickly time passes. It’s an aspect of life that drives her to capture your most special events as they happen: the beautiful, the silly, the fun, the touching, and the bold. Her newborn photography is especially different. Each photograph of bundled-up babies looks tiny, cherubic, and innocent. Krystin is a reliable and professional photographer dedicated to providing her clients with portraits and event photography to remember.

Furthermore, through KKD Photography, she runs a lot of fundraisers where you can donate to wonderful causes, as well as be entered for a chance of winning a photo session. Her event photography often splits the difference between documentary and classical portrait styles; she captures things like birthday parties, and holidays in a more posed and artistic fashion. On the other hand, she can also provide journalistic event coverage, flash and smile in hand.

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2. Make any event live on through the work of Anthony and Jodi LaMothe of Capture Studio Photographic

Creative director and lead photographer Anthony LaMothe, alongside his wife Jodi, captures mesmerizing photos of people, places, and things. As a New Orleans event photographer, he’s captured numerous private events from parties and weddings to private corporate galas, as well as red carpet and special occasions.

Anthony is a proud member of the New Orleans Chamber of Commerce who absolutely loves good music and documenting memorable moments.

3. Get candid, vibrant images courtesy of Sorena Briley of Sorena A Photography

Serving the New Orleans metro area, Sorena Briley is a Wonder Woman. As a mother to three, as well as a professional photographer, she’s always on the hunt for her next creative opportunity. Born and raised in New Orleans, Briley moved to DC where she lived for 13 years before returning to the Big Easy.

While up north, she studied fine arts and photography, opening her own business in 2009. Sorena’s photo style is journalistic and documentarian, with hints of commercial flair where appropriate.

4. Get editorial-worthy event pics care of Chris Granger

As a staff photographer with The Times-Picayune, Chris Granger takes photos of all sorts of events around NOLA — sports games, local business openings, conferences, and beyond. Chris has been with the newspaper since 1996 where he’s also had the chance to shoot editorials and features.

In addition to his job with The Times-Picayune, he’s a freelance photographer, and his past clients include Men’s Journal, GQ, Texas Monthly, and MOJO. Like many talented photojournalists, he uses traditional composition techniques, selective depth of field, and a dozen other tricks of the trade to ensure the audience sees the message of the image just the way he wants them to.

5. Get the party started with Ashleigh Davis of Kimarie Photography

Ashleigh Davis of Kimarie Photography is a New Orleans-based event and family photographer who is passionate about capturing your special moments. When it comes to her event photography, it’s clear that Ashleigh becomes one of your revelers, which puts her at the perfect vantage point for sharing the energy of your event with the world. Her portrait photography shows her skills in showcasing her subject’s personalities, all of which adds up to a photographer you would be happy to have on your side.

Most importantly, Ashleigh has a knack for getting her subjects to be themselves in front of the camera, making everyone feel at ease in front of her camera. Not always an easy feat, as you’ll agree!

6. Capture the moment while having a blast with Calvin Gavion

A successful photographer becomes one with their camera. Calvin Gavion has achieved precisely that. A native of NOLA, Calvin has been taking photographs for 10 years. He’s taken pictures of weddings, couples, and engagements, as well as private parties and events across town.

Calvin wants to have fun with his clients, becoming as much a part of the event as the man capturing it. His wedding shots have been featured in ESSENCE and in The Times-Picayune. His event shots are stylish and narrative, nothing short of hip. Check him out — you’ll love him.

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7. Explore the most exciting sides of the city through the lens of Paris Achenbach

Paris Achenbach was born and raised in Washington, DC, but has since become a true New Orleanian after moving here in 2014. Paris has spent that time working in construction and landscaping, following her more creative passions on the side, which includes photography. As well as her photography, you can find her in bars across New Orleans with her guitar, playing music for their patrons.

When the camera is in her hand, she’s taking photographs of everything from the clouds over the Mississippi River to concerts, rowdy parties, and events that can only happen in New Orleans. That well-rounded life experience lends her a particular adaptability and point of view that serves her craft well. She’ll make a lovely collaborator for events on multiple levels, making her a great person to know.

8. Capture the energy of your live performance with Chelcie Marie

Chelcie Marie’s photography journey began more than a decade ago. Getting her start in high school as her boyfriend’s band’s unofficial photographer, she was soon taking photographs of bands around New Orleans and South Louisiana. Once college came, she veered towards portraits, but she always seemed to come back to shooting live music from the pit.

Chelcie has shot tons of big bands from Panic! at the Disco to Maroon 5 and Fall Out Boy, and it’s exciting to see who’ll be next. If you’re organizing an event that has a heavy live music component, start your photographer search with Chelcie.

New Orleans event photographers: conclusion

Whatever their specialty, these New Orleans event photographers have a command of low-light photography and a desire to bring moments to life. This city is positively bursting with creativity, and we can’t wait to see what the community does next. Don’t forget to visit Peerspace to nab up the most exciting event venues and photoshoot spaces in the Crescent City. We can’t wait to see what you create!

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