About Ibay Photography

Name: Elope to NOLA
Address: New Orleans, LA, 70130, US
Telephone: +1-504-292-4856
Price range: $$$

Meet the Team Behind Your New Orleans Elopement Experience

Marcia Ibay

Founder | Lead Photographer | Elopement Planner

Big welcome, sweet soul. I’m so glad you’re here.

For the last 11 years, I’ve done nothing but help engaged couples who feel stuck skip the noise… and elope effortlessly.

I wasn’t always an exclusive elopement photographer. I used to shoot big weddings – hundreds of guests, massive ballrooms, and way too many group texts. But they never felt like the couple. Too much performance. Too little meaning. So I walked away.

Then came the call that changed everything.

A couple reached out in full panic mode. They had a 160 person wedding booked & a Pinterest board longer than a CVS receipt…and then? Baby news.

Suddenly, the big wedding felt off. Stressful. Not them.
They canceled everything… and we planned their New Orleans elopement in four days.

Just the two of them. A jazz trio playing their favorite song. Vows under live oaks. Beignets instead of cake. They told me it was more magical and more personal than anything they’d planned before.

That’s when I knew: your day should feel easy, not like a second job. Because intimate is the new luxury.

Born and raised in New Orleans, I know this city like my morning coffee – strong, specific, and non-negotiable.

Full Scorpio alert: I’m detail-obsessed and love backup plans for my backup plans. While you soak it all in, I’m making sure everything runs smoothly. You won’t see me working, but you’ll feel how naturally it all flows. Also, I only photograph a handful of couples each month because quality beats quantity every time.

Bottom line? I want y’all to have the best damn day of your life. Whatever you need – just say the word.

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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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.