New Orleans, Louisiana
Step into the vibrant streets and iconic beauty of New Orleans, where historic architecture, colorful courtyards, and spirit-filled celebrations set the stage for your most creative portfolio yet.
Capture the Magic of New Orleans in Your Portfolio
Step into the soul of New Orleans, a city bursting with history, culture, and inspiration. From the colorful French Quarter to the vibrant Mardi Gras spirit, this styled shoot retreat offers you the opportunity to create breathtaking content in one of the world’s most iconic cities. Whether you’re a photographer or a model, this is your chance to elevate your portfolio and immerse yourself in the artistic charm of NOLA.
WHO IS INVITED?
Photographers looking for fresh, vibrant, and editorial-quality content
Models wanting to expand their portfolio with stunning, culturally rich shoots
Creative Professionals who thrive in a collaborative, energetic environment
French Quarter Elopement Fantasy: Elegant, old-world romance
Balcony portraits with wrought-iron railings + hanging ferns
Bride in gloves and dramatic veil, groom in linen or velvet
French doors, gas lamps, cobblestone kisses
Jazz Club Romance: Moody and musical.
Styled inside a dimly lit bar or jazz lounge
Couple slow-dancing with a live band behind them
Silhouettes with saxophones, reflections in cocktail glasses
Old-Hollywood glam wardrobe: sequins, red lips, tux or suspenders
Garden District Picnic Dream: Sweet, soft, and floral.
Under the oaks with a styled blanket, pastries, florals, and champagne
Mansions in the background, winding garden paths
Southern-style fashion: sundress, floppy hat, bow tie
Mardi Gras Mayhem (Stylized): Fun, funky, and full of beads.
Bright outfits, masks, glitter makeup
Bead toss shots, dancing in the streets, colorful streamers
Second line parade style with parasols + jazz band collab
Streetcar Date: Vintage, romantic, and very "Only in NOLA."
Couple boarding the St. Charles line
Holding hands by the windows, leaning into each other
Motion blur shots with city lights outside
Classic Southern attire or vintage-inspired outfits
Courtyard Café Couple: Quiet, intimate, Paris-meets-Southern charm.
Café du Monde beignet + coffee shots (powdered sugar kisses!)
Patio table with iron chairs, pastries, love notes
Balcony or vines in the background
Bayou Boho Vibes: Outdoorsy, earthy, and slightly wild.
Canoe or flatboat shoot in a swamp or bayou area
Spanish moss, barefoot shots, trailing fabric in the water
Neutral boho outfits, flower crown, deep green palette
Could include a rustic dock, lanterns, fog if you time it right
Vintage Shotgun House Session: Retro, residential, colorful.
In front of a brightly painted shotgun house with contrasting wardrobe
Couple on the stoop, sharing a drink or dancing to a record player
Props: Records, bike with basket, vintage camera
Rooftop Champagne Toast: Glamour with skyline views.
Rooftop bar or venue with a cityscape backdrop
Chic wardrobe: gown + heels, suit with open collar
Champagne pop, golden hour to dusk lighting, twinkle lights
Cemetery Gothic Romance: A moody, artistic twist.
Lafayette or St. Louis cemetery (with permits!)
Black dress or all-black couple styling
Florals left at crypts, vintage parasol, ghostly poses
Dramatic lighting or fog machine for ethereal edits
