Ibay Photography

06/14/2026

Twelve years ago, I was balancing life as a Realtor and working full-time in hospitality. But beneath the daily hustle, there was a tiny dream. A quiet spark that whispered there was something more intentional, more creative and more fulfilling waiting for me. ✨

I took the leap, started my own business and never looked back.✨

Every ounce of my heart and energy has gone into nurturing that tiny dream, and here we are today. What started as a leap of faith has grown into a life-changing career that has given me the profound privilege of serving couples from all around the world.✨

I pinch myself every single day. I look at where this path has led, and I thank God for every blessing he has poured over Ibay Photography. Every connection made, every beautiful soul honored and every story captured has been through Him.✨

To every couple who has trusted me with their legacy, and to everyone who has cheered this business on from day one—thank you. Truly. This milestone belongs to all of us.✨

Here’s to 12 fun & memorable years... and to everything still to come. 🤍

06/11/2026

If you’ve eloped with me & we walked the FQ.. you’ve passed these buildings. I might have even shared how her name is scrolled into the wrought iron balconies :)

In 1848, a French baroness stood in the middle of Jackson Square and decided to build the most ambitious residential block in American history. 🏛️

Her name was Micaëla Almonester de Pontalba. She had survived a murder attempt by her own father-in-law, who shot her four times and left her for dead in France. She lost two fingers. She did not lose her nerve.

She came back to New Orleans, fought her family in court, and then commissioned two massive apartment buildings that would frame Jackson Square on both sides. She personally oversaw every detail, fired contractors who didn't meet her standards, and even designed the cast-iron railings herself, weaving her initials into the ironwork for all of New Orleans to see.

Those buildings still stand today. The Pontalba Buildings are the oldest apartment buildings in the United States, and they were built by a woman who refused to be erased. 🔥

Follow Louisiana Uncovered for the stories they never put in the history books.

06/10/2026

There is something about black and white photos that strips everything back to what matters most. The quiet touch, the tears, the laughter, the way two people look at each other when the rest of the world disappears for a moment. 🤍

These are the little in-between moments we never want you to forget — the real, unfiltered intimacy of your day. Enjoy a little glimpse into some recent love stories that will stay with us forever ✨

Stop waiting for the perfect moment and create it. Click the link in my bio, book your 15-minute clarity call and let’s start planning your New Orleans elopement today ❤️

06/03/2026

Some love stories don’t need perfect weather to feel perfect. 🤍 Amy and Will chose each other anyway — clear umbrellas, happy hearts, and the kind of joy that reminds you the magic was never in the plan… it was always in the person standing beside you.

Watching these two create a day that felt intimate, meaningful, and completely them at City Park was such an honour. ✨

Stop waiting for the perfect moment and create it. Click the link in my bio, book your 15-minute clarity call and let’s start planning your New Orleans elopement today ❤️

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05/30/2026

How long have you been saying “maybe next year”? 🤍

We meet so many couples who have been waiting for the perfect timing, the perfect finances, or the perfect moment to finally plan their day — but the truth is, love doesn’t wait for certainty. Your relationship deserves to be celebrated in the season you’re in right now. ✨

If eloping in New Orleans has been sitting on your heart, let this be your little reminder: sometimes the right time is simply when you decide to stop waiting. 💍 Swipe through for why now might be the perfect time to begin.

Stop waiting for the perfect moment and create it. Click the link in my bio, book your 15-minute clarity call and let’s start planning your New Orleans elopement today ❤️

05/24/2026

Some love stories feel like they were always meant to find their way beneath the branches of the Tree of Life. 🤍
Sharlese and Korrigan chose a wedding day that felt beautifully them 🤍🌿 Quiet, intentional, and filled with the kind of love that doesn’t need anything extra to feel unforgettable.

Some moments just remind you that all you really need is your person, a meaningful place, and the space to be fully present with one another. Enjoy this little glimpse into their beautiful day 💍✨ Thinking about your own New Orleans elopement? We’d be so honored to help bring it to life.

Stop waiting for the perfect moment and create it. Click the link in my bio, book your 15-minute clarity call and let’s start planning your New Orleans elopement today ❤️

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05/22/2026

Some wedding days feel like stepping into a quiet little world of your own.✨

Bethany and Mezoti chose to celebrate surrounded by the beauty of City Park — tucked among the trees, wrapped in all that soft greenery, and fully present with one another. The kind of day that feels calm, intentional, and deeply rooted in what matters most: the promise you’re making to your person.

Enjoy this little glimpse into their beautiful day through this reel — and if you’ve been dreaming of a New Orleans elopement that feels meaningful and true to you, consider this your sign. 💍✨

Stop waiting for the perfect moment and create it. Click the link in my bio, book your 15-minute clarity call and let’s start planning your New Orleans elopement today ❤️

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05/21/2026

Deep gratitude to our 2026 couples! ✨

To every couple who has placed their trust in us: You have officially filled our capacity for the remainder of the current year.

When we made the intentional choice to step away from the high-volume wedding model and strictly limit our monthly commissions, it was to ensure we could give every single couple our absolute best creative focus and energy. Because of your trust, we are able to keep that promise.

To be a part of your day, to serve as your local guide, and to preserve your visual legacy is an honor we never take for granted. Thank you for choosing intentionality over the noise.

Because we hold these strict limits to protect the quality of our work, we want to let future couples know that we are now booking 2027 elopements.

If you are visualizing a 2027 elopement and want to ensure we are a perfect fit for your story, our calendar is open for consultations. You can find the link in our bio to schedule a 15-Minute Vision Call whenever you’re ready. 🥂

05/14/2026

There’s something about saying “I do” on the water that feels a little extra magical 🤍

Kathrine and Nathan chose to slow everything down and let their day unfold in the sweetest, most intentional way — just the two of them, quiet moments, beautiful views, and the kind of love that makes the rest of the world fade into the background.✨

Come soak in a little piece of their day and enjoy their reel with us 👆🏻 ✨

Stop waiting for the perfect moment and create it. Click the link in my bio, book your 15-minute clarity call and let’s start planning your New Orleans elopement today ❤️

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05/11/2026

5 Signs You Might Be an Elopement Couple 🤍✨

1. You care more about the feeling of your day than putting on a production for everyone else.

2. The idea of a calm, meaningful experience sounds better than a packed timeline and seating chart stress.

3. You want to actually spend your wedding day together — not apart managing guests all day.

4. You’re drawn to experiences that feel intentional, personal, and true to your relationship.

5. When you picture your wedding day, you imagine freedom, connection, and being fully present with each other.

If you read this and quietly thought “wait… this is us,” then an elopement might be exactly what your hearts have been asking for and we’d love to make your vision come to life!

Stop waiting for the perfect moment and create it. Click the link in my bio, book your 15-minute clarity call and let’s start planning your New Orleans elopement today ❤️