weddings, vows, & other sacred things.
wedding coverage for everyone!
Are you looking for someone to capture your big day, or small inimate ceremony? Well you have landed on the right page.
large scale weddings, backyard vows, or even i dos at the courthouse, i cover it all!!
thinking about eloping? take me with you! i offer elopement travel packages as well.
i photograph all genres of weddings + couples.
most galleries are 100 + images.
Who should book me?
- brides/grooms looking to capture memories and not just stuffy poses.
- couples looking for a friend and a photographer!
- anyone looking to make sure everythign important is captured on their day, down to the paper napkins.
Why do I even need a photographer?
- because i can take better pictures then your cousin or uncle can.
- because you will 100% regret not having me there to document you day.
- i save you images years after your wedding encase you loose your link.
Wedding Pricing
The vow
3 hr | 75 + images | 1 photographer
$800
The Beloved
5 hr | 2 photographers | 150 + images
$1500
The sacred
7 hrs | 2 photographers | 300 + images
$2000
The Foxy
up to 10 hrs | 2 photographers | 3 outfits | bridal or boudoir session | unlimited images
$5000
don't want a package?
(I offer $150 per hr)
Fun Facts
Nope!
do we only do smaller weddings?
Yep!
do we offer payment plans + hourly rates?
Nope!
do we offer video?
Yep!
Can I order products from you? like albums + prints?
Payment plans on wedding packages.
3rd of the total is required to save your date. the rest is put on a pay-as-you-go payment plan. as long as the remainder is paid the week before your wedding day. you can pay whenever/however
Sliding scale if you need it — say so. I would rather photograph you than posture.
Ready? Let's Talk!
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Travel.
first 30 miles is free, after that there is a Travel fee of $0.85 per extra mile both ways. also overnight stays are expensed at clients cost.
Faqs
01.
What areas in Louisiana and beyond do you serve for wedding photography?
Based in DeRidder, Louisiana, I regularly document weddings, elopements, and intimate celebrations throughout Southwest Louisiana—including Lake Charles, Leesville, Fort Johnson (Fort Polk), Lafayette, and Alexandria. I am also fully available for travel across Louisiana, East Texas (Beaumont, Houston, Jasper), and destination locations.
02.
How would you describe your wedding photography style?
My style is documentary, authentic, and unposed. At The Matriarch Effect, I focus on capturing real emotion, candid moments, and wild souls—without forced studio poses, rigid shot lists, or sanitized filters. Whether you are planning a traditional celebration, a backyard wedding, an intimate elopement, or an alternative ceremony, I capture your day exactly as it happens.
03.
Do you shoot LGBTQ+ weddings, non-traditional ceremonies, and elopements?
Absolutely. At The Matriarch Effect, all walks of love are celebrated—no exceptions. I photograph traditional weddings, LGBTQ+ weddings, intimate elopements, micro-weddings, and non-traditional celebrations.
04.
How many photos will we receive, and what is the turnaround time for a wedding gallery?
Wedding collections typically deliver 100 + high-resolution, professionally edited images per hour of coverage. Sneak peeks are delivered within 48–72 hours, and full online gallery delivery takes between 4 to 6 weeks.
How do we book our wedding date with The Matriarch Effect?
05.
You can start by filling out the contact form or scheduling a free consultation. Dates are secured upon signing a contract and paying a retainer deposit. Because I limit the number of weddings I shoot each season to give every couple dedicated attention, I recommend reaching out 6 to 12 months in advance.
Get in Touch
Send me a message and let's take some photos!