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Raw, Loud, and Unpolished.

Alternative Photography & Boudoir in DeRidder, Leesville & Fort Johnson, LA

SERVING DERIDDER, LEESVILLE, FORT JOHNSON (FORT POLK), LAKE CHARLES, AND SURROUNDING SWLA AREAS.

“No fake studio setups, no forced laughs, and no sanitized BS. This is alternative photography for real people, wild souls, and life as it actually happens —”

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Jordan Blanchard Owner of The matriarch effect in DeRidder LA

About the Founder

Jordan Blanchard

HI! I’m your creative weirdo aka Jordan. I am the one behind the lens making your crazy ideas come to life! I have been in business since 2013 & shoot all walks, colors, and genres of LIFE!

Born & Raised in Louisiana!

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  • Laurie’s customers, Larissa and Emmett, just married walking off the aisle together.
  • Rustic table setting at one of Laurie’s customers wedding.
  • Laurie’s customers, Mariana and Carmen holding hands on a green lawn on their wedding day.
  • Laurie’s customers, Evan and Kade, running down a mountain after getting married.
  • A young girl wearing glasses and a floral shirt, standing on a playground beneath a red shade structure, with blue sky and trees in the background.

    Mya Robinson

    She is very professional and friendly . I got with her at the last minute to take my birthday photos. I seen one of the test shots and it was perfect , I don’t even think it needed to be edited . I had a nice time during my session. My baby girl even had her first ever play date with her son during my session. It was great. I will definitely book again and again . I can’t wait to see the rest of my pictures I’m so excited.

  • Matriarch Effect customers, Colton Eddleman Halloween shoot

    Colton Eddleman

    I booked a Halloween shoot with her and had no idea what I even wanted to do, but she helped tremendously!! She was so sweet and so much fun! I will be booking more shoots in the future!! 🖤🖤

  • Matriarch Effect Customers - Phantom of the Opera engagement sessions.

    Margaret Wyman

    Our engagement photos came out beautiful and perfect. Jordan did exactly what we asked for, found us the perfect venue for the shoot and her prices are reasonable for the quality of work she does. We appreciate her making an hour drive, working in intensely hot weather and spending time doing amazing edits. Highly recommend! Love her!

  • A man wearing a dark blue suit, yellow patterned tie, white shirt, and brown shoes sitting on a chair, with arms crossed, positioned against a plain white background.

    Adam Clements

    Jordan was absolutely outstanding. It was very obvious to me that she takes pride in her work based on her attention to the smallest details. She is super friendly and wonderful to talk with. I had some business portraits done for a job interview and she definitely made me feel comfortable and at ease and I'm sure that shows in the pictures she takes. She also assisted me in taking product photos for my business and again her attention to detail really shines through.. I would highly recommend her to anyone for any photography needs. Definitely a hidden gem of professionalism in the Ft Polk/Leesville/DeRidder area.

  • Matriarch Effect customers, The Matthews wedding

    Naomi Matthews

    Words cannot express how grateful we were to utilize Jordan for our special day. She was Amazing from beginning till end. She captured moments that no one would have even dreamed of. She was very professional and knew how to work the crowd and the kids absolutely adored her. My wedding would not have survived without her and her awesome skills. We are so thankful to her and her great talent. Looking forward to utilizing her again for any special occasion that we may embark upon!

  • A woman with short curly hair wearing glasses, a gray plaid blazer, and black pants sitting outdoors near a brick wall, smiling at the camera.

    Jori

    Had the best time during my photo shoot with Jordan. She was punctual, fun, and extremely talented.


My Offerings.

  • A woman in a black hat and floral dress, sitting on the ground with a natural background, gazing thoughtfully.

    Boudoir

    All sessions that deal with boudoir or Intimate photography. Can be lingerie or none “Dealers Choice”

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  • A close-up of a bride and groom face-to-face, touching foreheads during their wedding ceremony, with a blue and light background.

    Weddings + Love

    Any sessions dealing with ALL WALKS of LOVE!! LOVE is LOVE here!

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  • A family of five posing outdoors among sunflowers in a sunflower field during daytime. The family includes a woman with curly brown hair, two young girls, a man with short gray hair and beard, and a young boy with blonde hair. The woman is smiling, the girls are looking at the camera with one smiling and the other with a surprised expression, the man looks slightly puzzled or serious, and the boy is looking at something off-camera with a concerned expression.

    Portraits

    Any & all other types of regular photography. If you don’t see it just ask for it. I will accommodate for you!

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