Ibay Photography

Ibay Photography Specializing in Elopements and Small Weddings in New Orleans and beyond. Affordable all-inclusive packages!

✨I help plan & photograph all-inclusive elopements for couples obsessed with New Orleans’ magic, culture & vibe!⚜️
Marcia Ibay
📧 [email protected] Booking: ElopeToNola.com Elopements in the Gulf Coast:
www.BestElopeIdeas.com

Elopement Packages: https://linktr.ee/elopetonola

08/30/2026

If you’re dreaming of a New Orleans elopement with ALL the charm, history, and personality this city is known for, the French Quarter is pretty hard to beat. 🤍✨

There’s something so special about wandering these historic streets on your wedding day. One minute you’re surrounded by gorgeous architecture and iron balconies, the next you’re standing near St. Louis Cathedral, and then you turn a corner and find another completely different backdrop. That’s what we love about the French Quarter — it’s romantic, full of character, and gives your elopement that unmistakable New Orleans feeling.

If that sounds like your kind of wedding day, we’d absolutely love to wander these streets with you and capture it all. 🤍

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 ❤️


08/23/2026

Your wedding bouquet should feel like you — not just match your wedding colors. 🤍💐

Three little ways to make yours more personal:

💐Choose flowers that feel like you. Think about the colors, textures, and overall feeling you want your day to have.

🌸Add something meaningful. A sentimental flower, special ribbon, or little heirloom can make your bouquet uniquely yours.

🌷Let your florist create. Bring your inspiration, but give your florist room to interpret it around your dress, location, and the feeling of your day.

We love seeing the beautiful, personal ways our couples bring their bouquets to life — and we’re so lucky to work with Floral Girl Kimberly to make it happen. 🤍

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 ❤️


08/16/2026

City Park might just be New Orleans’ best-kept secret for elopements. 💚

Century-old oak trees dripping in Spanish moss. Quiet lagoons that catch the morning light just right. Little hidden corners that feel like they were made for exactly this — just the two of you, saying the words that matter most.

It’s the kind of place that doesn’t need much added to it. The beauty is already there, waiting.

If you’ve been searching for a spot that feels romantic without trying too hard — this might be it. ✨

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 ❤️


08/10/2026

A New Orleans elopement gives you the space to experience your wedding day with more intimacy, genuine emotion, and meaningful moments. 🤍

With fewer people, less pressure, and less performing, there’s more space to simply feel. The tears come naturally. The laughter gets louder. The little looks, touches, and completely unplanned moments become the ones you remember most.

And when you pair that intimacy with the soul, history, and character of New Orleans, it feels like a match made in heaven. ✨

These are the moments we live to capture — the ones you didn’t plan or pose for, and probably didn’t even realize were happening.

Just you, your person, and a wedding day that feels completely yours. 🤍

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 ❤️


Thinking about a New Orleans elopement? Don’t let these common myths stop you. 🤍Somewhere along the way, elopements got ...
08/06/2026

Thinking about a New Orleans elopement? Don’t let these common myths stop you. 🤍

Somewhere along the way, elopements got a reputation for being rushed, unplanned, or “less than.” We couldn’t disagree more.

✨ You don’t have to sacrifice beautiful details.
✨ You don’t have to skip celebrating.
✨ You don’t have to plan it all on your own.
✨ You don’t need a big guest list for your wedding to be meaningful.
✨ And no... eloping isn’t “running away.” It’s choosing a day that feels true to you.

The most beautiful elopements aren’t about doing less—they’re about making room for what matters most: your vows, your connection, and the experience you’ll remember forever.

If you’ve been dreaming of saying “I do” in New Orleans, maybe this is your sign to stop believing the myths and start imagining what your day could look like instead. ✨

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 ❤️


✨ 5 reasons couples choose a New Orleans elopement 🤍There’s something magical about creating a wedding day that feels le...
07/25/2026

✨ 5 reasons couples choose a New Orleans elopement 🤍

There’s something magical about creating a wedding day that feels less like a production and more like a true reflection of your love story.

From the charm of the French Quarter to the beauty of City Park’s oak trees, a New Orleans elopement gives couples the freedom to slow down, be present, and celebrate in a way that feels completely personal. ✨

🤍 A city full of character and romance
🤍 Meaningful moments without the pressure
🤍 Beautiful locations around every corner
🤍 Space to create a day that feels like you
🤍 An unforgettable experience, not just an event

Because your wedding day should feel like your story — not someone else’s version of it. ✨

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 ❤️


✨ Everything you need to plan your New Orleans elopement is waiting for you. 🤍Planning an elopement doesn’t have to feel...
07/14/2026

✨ Everything you need to plan your New Orleans elopement is waiting for you. 🤍

Planning an elopement doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. Whether you’re just starting to dream or you’re ready to make it happen, we’ve created free resources to help you every step of the way.

🤍 Location guides
✨ Real elopement inspiration
🌿 Planning tips
📍 Hidden ceremony locations

Your dream day starts with the right information—and we’re here to help make planning feel simple, exciting, and completely you.

Tap the link in our bio to explore our website and start planning your New Orleans elopement today. ✨

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 ❤️

✨Planning an elopement should feel exciting, not overwhelming.✨From choosing the perfect New Orleans location to creatin...
07/04/2026

✨Planning an elopement should feel exciting, not overwhelming.✨

From choosing the perfect New Orleans location to creating a seamless timeline, connecting you with trusted local vendors, and guiding you every step of the way, we’re here to make the entire experience feel effortless from beginning to end.

This carousel walks you through exactly what it’s like to plan an elopement with us, because we believe your wedding day should be about being fully present with the person you love, not worrying about the details.

When you’re ready, book your complimentary 15-minute Vision Call through the link in our bio. We’d love to hear your story and help you begin planning a day that feels completely your own. 🤍





07/01/2026

✨Some love stories don’t need a big audience—just the right moment, the right place, and each other. ✨

Yan and Marc chose to exchange vows beneath the iconic Tree of Life, surrounded by centuries-old oak branches and the quiet beauty of New Orleans. It was simple, heartfelt, and exactly what they had envisioned.

This is why we love elopements. They create space for the moments that matter most—the ones that can’t be planned, only felt.

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 ❤️

Venue: Tree of Life Audubon Weddings
Photography: Elope to Nola | Elopement Packages
Photographer Assistant: Kris ♡
Florals: Floral Girl Kimberly
Violinist: Francis Scully with IULIIA AKERS 🪩
Officiant: Alonzo Campbell
Makeup/Hair: Lacy Salassi

✨🤍 Real words from real couples who trusted us with one of the most meaningful days of their lives 🤍✨If you’re new here,...
06/28/2026

✨🤍 Real words from real couples who trusted us with one of the most meaningful days of their lives 🤍✨

If you’re new here, this is what it actually feels like to elope with us in New Orleans. Calm, intentional, and fully supported from the very first message to the final photo.

We don’t just show up with a camera. We guide you through the entire experience, choosing your location, understanding timing and light, handling permits, and navigating the city so your day feels effortless instead of overwhelming.

These are the moments our couples remember most: feeling relaxed, seen, and able to actually be present while everything else was taken care of behind the scenes.

If that’s the kind of elopement you’re dreaming of, you can visit our website to book a free 15-minute call, or send us a DM, we’d love to help you create something just as meaningful ✨




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