About Ibay Photography

Meet the Team Behind Your New Orleans Elopement Experience

Marcia Ibay

Founder | Lead Photographer | Elopement Planner

Born and raised in New Orleans, I know this city like I know my coffee order: specific, strong, and absolutely non-negotiable. I’ve got the keys to the prettiest courtyards, the quietest oak trees, and I know exactly when the light hits just right.

But here’s what really sets me apart:
I’m obsessive in the best way. Detail-obsessed. Client-obsessed. Quality-obsessed.
Which means while you’re off living your best elopement day, I’m ten steps ahead – handling the timeline, wrangling a boutonnière, or pulling a parasol out of nowhere like some kind of wedding-day magician. You won’t see the gears turning. You’ll just feel how effortless it all is.

This isn’t just a job. After Hurricane Katrina destroyed our family photo albums, I realized the power of one image. So now, every elopement I document gets treated like it’s the most important story I’ll ever tell – because for you, it is.

I’m your guide, your personal logistics pro, and your hype woman who will absolutely have a backup plan for your backup plan (Scorpio life, baby).

And because I care so deeply about getting it right, I only take on a limited number of couples each season. This isn’t a click-and-book kind of thing. We’ve gotta vibe. If we’re a good fit, I’ll pour everything I’ve got into making sure your day is simple, stunning, and wildly worth it.

Bottom line? I want you to have the best damn day of your life.

What You Can Expect?

I treat your elopement like it’s my own – organized, intentional, and built to actually flow. Dependable, transparent, and always ready with a backup plan.

What My Photos Feel Like?

Timeless, cinematic, and full of character – like New Orleans herself. I’ll guide you just enough so it still feels like you.

People Say I’m Known For

Making things easy, knowing every hidden gem in this city, and handling chaos like a boss – and making even the most camera-shy couples feel like naturals

I Click Best With Couples Who

Want a no-fluff day that’s actually FUN! The kind who ditch traditions and care more about the moment than the production.

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Years Experience

Krislyn Fraser

Assistant Photographer | Creative Director in Training | Live Wedding Artist

Krislyn is our in-house creative — and my daughter. Some kids learn from their parents. Mine is out here teaching me how to level up daily. She’s currently studying Visual Arts at NOCCA, Louisiana’s top arts conservatory, and already bringing fresh energy to every shoot.

Whether she’s second-shooting elopements or sketching live wedding portraits while guests sip champagne, Krislyn brings an instinctive eye and natural talent to the team.

Her style blends soft, poetic detail with editorial polish. She’s drawn to artful couples who want something real, raw, and reflective of their story.

What Sets Her Apart

She captures in-between moments, the candid laugh, the quiet glance, the perfect angles.

Her Style

Editorial meets ethereal, with a focus on emotion and authenticity. Insightful, grounded, and a born leader. We just call her magic.

Authentic. Unscripted. Yours.

We’re not just here to snap pretty pictures – we’re here to tell your story, your way. Our job is to capture the energy, the style, and the emotions that make your day yours.

The couples we vibe with most? They’re kind, creative, and know that tradition is only worth keeping if it actually means something to them. They love great style, appreciate aesthetics, and draw inspiration from timeless fashion. Their elopement isn’t about putting on a show – it’s about creating an experience that reflects who they are: adventurous, stylish, and unapologetically unique.

They’re not stressing over champagne walls or seating charts – they’re too busy soaking in the moment, making memories, and actually enjoying the day they’ve been dreaming about. They treat people with love and respect, prioritize their families, and know that the real magic happens when you stop sweating the small stuff and focus on what matters most…each other.

If that sounds like you, then let’s connect. We can’t wait to hear your story.