New Orleans Wedding Photographer

DELIVERING

PHOTOS OF HOW IT FEELS

Candid photo of bride and groom on wedding second line in New Orleans

Our style is photo-journalism that focuses on the in-between moments.
We deliver True-Tone, real to life images filled with Light, Color, and Contrast.

We find inspiration in the environment and light, the location, and you.
Reading the room, anticipating the moments.

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In my 13+ years of working as a New Orleans wedding photographer, I’ve been called a photo ninja, a magician, and a friend by the wonderful clients I’ve worked with.

I’m a follower of the mantra “Be Excellent to Each Other,” and if my long list of the incredible people I’ve had the opportunity to meet and work with is any indication, you receive what you put out into this world! Learn More

The Mike Lirette Portfolio

natural, clean & true-to-life images
—that only get better with each year that passes

beautiful floral decor around wedding cake at il mercato in new orleans
wedding day second line in new orleans city park with bride and groom leading the parade
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bride walking down aisle at the marigny opera house
flat lay details of wedding stationery
bride and groom dip portrait at their wedding at the New Orleans Museum of Art
candid documentary style photo of bride and groom signing Ketubah on their wedding day
bride and groom dancing with masks on at their wedding reception in new orleans
black and white portrait of bride and groom on their wedding day
candid photo of cake and decor on a table at a wedding reception in new orleans
wedding day second line through the french quarter in new orleans
black and white photo of bride and groom's first dance
wedding party walking through the streets of new orleans
Bride and groom steal a kiss while waiting for an elevator on their wedding day in new orleans

Recent Clients are saying :

“Mike was the secret sauce I didn't know our wedding day needed. Not only were our wedding photos gorgeous, but the energy, care, and steady professionalism he brought to our day was above and beyond what we expected.

From handling "surprise" family moments with ease and confidence to cheering us along through our second line - Mike (and his team!) was a dream.

I'll also add - Mike's understanding of the different wedding venues & vendors just shows that he is a favorite to work with amongst the NOLA wedding scene. Not only do couples love him - but your other vendors will too - something I didn't expect to create SO much ease during our day ended up being a huge plus.”
-Izzy & Matt

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Weddings + Wedding Weekends

Welcome Party to After Party. Photographing the full story from "Hi, my name is" to "OMG did we just become best friends?!"

Collections begin at 5,850.

Elopements + Intimate Celebrations

Candlelit dinner parties to backyard vibes with your closest friends and family. Starting at 3,600.

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“The most important thing to me on my wedding day was capturing the perfect photos, so I knew I needed to find a photographer who could meet my expectations and bring my ideas to life. Mike not only met but exceeded all my expectations with his incredible eye for candid moments.

You know you've found a great photographer when the wedding party has nothing but amazing things to say. I could not recommend him more!!!”
-Leah & August