Ibay Photography

Ibay Photography Specializing in Elopements and Small Weddings in New Orleans and beyond. Affordable all-inclusive packages!

✨I help plan & photograph all-inclusive elopements for couples obsessed with New Orleans’ magic, culture & vibe!⚜️
Marcia Ibay
📧 [email protected] Booking: ElopeToNola.com Elopements in the Gulf Coast:
www.BestElopeIdeas.com

Elopement Packages: https://linktr.ee/elopetonola

06/03/2026

Some love stories don’t need perfect weather to feel perfect. 🤍 Amy and Will chose each other anyway — clear umbrellas, happy hearts, and the kind of joy that reminds you the magic was never in the plan… it was always in the person standing beside you.

Watching these two create a day that felt intimate, meaningful, and completely them at City Park was such an honour. ✨

Stop waiting for the perfect moment and create it. Click the link in my bio, book your 15-minute clarity call and let’s start planning your New Orleans elopement today ❤️

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How long have you been saying “maybe next year”? 🤍We meet so many couples who have been waiting for the perfect timing, ...
05/30/2026

How long have you been saying “maybe next year”? 🤍

We meet so many couples who have been waiting for the perfect timing, the perfect finances, or the perfect moment to finally plan their day — but the truth is, love doesn’t wait for certainty. Your relationship deserves to be celebrated in the season you’re in right now. ✨

If eloping in New Orleans has been sitting on your heart, let this be your little reminder: sometimes the right time is simply when you decide to stop waiting. 💍 Swipe through for why now might be the perfect time to begin.

Stop waiting for the perfect moment and create it. Click the link in my bio, book your 15-minute clarity call and let’s start planning your New Orleans elopement today ❤️

05/24/2026

Some love stories feel like they were always meant to find their way beneath the branches of the Tree of Life. 🤍
Sharlese and Korrigan chose a wedding day that felt beautifully them 🤍🌿 Quiet, intentional, and filled with the kind of love that doesn’t need anything extra to feel unforgettable.

Some moments just remind you that all you really need is your person, a meaningful place, and the space to be fully present with one another. Enjoy this little glimpse into their beautiful day 💍✨ Thinking about your own New Orleans elopement? We’d be so honored to help bring it to life.

Stop waiting for the perfect moment and create it. Click the link in my bio, book your 15-minute clarity call and let’s start planning your New Orleans elopement today ❤️

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Officiant: Carlie
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05/22/2026

Some wedding days feel like stepping into a quiet little world of your own.✨

Bethany and Mezoti chose to celebrate surrounded by the beauty of City Park — tucked among the trees, wrapped in all that soft greenery, and fully present with one another. The kind of day that feels calm, intentional, and deeply rooted in what matters most: the promise you’re making to your person.

Enjoy this little glimpse into their beautiful day through this reel — and if you’ve been dreaming of a New Orleans elopement that feels meaningful and true to you, consider this your sign. 💍✨

Stop waiting for the perfect moment and create it. Click the link in my bio, book your 15-minute clarity call and let’s start planning your New Orleans elopement today ❤️

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05/21/2026

Deep gratitude to our 2026 couples! ✨

To every couple who has placed their trust in us: You have officially filled our capacity for the remainder of the current year.

When we made the intentional choice to step away from the high-volume wedding model and strictly limit our monthly commissions, it was to ensure we could give every single couple our absolute best creative focus and energy. Because of your trust, we are able to keep that promise.

To be a part of your day, to serve as your local guide, and to preserve your visual legacy is an honor we never take for granted. Thank you for choosing intentionality over the noise.

Because we hold these strict limits to protect the quality of our work, we want to let future couples know that we are now booking 2027 elopements.

If you are visualizing a 2027 elopement and want to ensure we are a perfect fit for your story, our calendar is open for consultations. You can find the link in our bio to schedule a 15-Minute Vision Call whenever you’re ready. 🥂


05/14/2026

There’s something about saying “I do” on the water that feels a little extra magical 🤍

Kathrine and Nathan chose to slow everything down and let their day unfold in the sweetest, most intentional way — just the two of them, quiet moments, beautiful views, and the kind of love that makes the rest of the world fade into the background.✨

Come soak in a little piece of their day and enjoy their reel with us 👆🏻 ✨

Stop waiting for the perfect moment and create it. Click the link in my bio, book your 15-minute clarity call and let’s start planning your New Orleans elopement today ❤️

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5 Signs You Might Be an Elopement Couple 🤍✨1. You care more about the feeling of your day than putting on a production f...
05/11/2026

5 Signs You Might Be an Elopement Couple 🤍✨

1. You care more about the feeling of your day than putting on a production for everyone else.

2. The idea of a calm, meaningful experience sounds better than a packed timeline and seating chart stress.

3. You want to actually spend your wedding day together — not apart managing guests all day.

4. You’re drawn to experiences that feel intentional, personal, and true to your relationship.

5. When you picture your wedding day, you imagine freedom, connection, and being fully present with each other.

If you read this and quietly thought “wait… this is us,” then an elopement might be exactly what your hearts have been asking for and we’d love to make your vision come to life!

Stop waiting for the perfect moment and create it. Click the link in my bio, book your 15-minute clarity call and let’s start planning your New Orleans elopement today ❤️

There’s a moment after you decide to elope where the excitement is quickly followed by one big question… how do we tell ...
05/05/2026

There’s a moment after you decide to elope where the excitement is quickly followed by one big question… how do we tell everyone? 🤍

If you’ve been feeling that pressure, you’re not alone. But here’s the truth — this isn’t just about sharing plans, it’s about stepping into your marriage with clarity, confidence, and a deep sense of what matters most to you as a couple.

You’re allowed to choose a day that feels peaceful. You’re allowed to protect your experience. And you’re allowed to do it without guilt. ✨

If this is something you’ve been navigating, take a moment to read through each slide… and if you want to go deeper, our full guide is waiting for you on our website. 💍

Stop waiting for the perfect moment and create it. Click the link in my bio, book your 15-minute clarity call and let’s start planning your New Orleans elopement today ❤️

04/30/2026

Some days feel less like an event and more like a beautiful exhale. Shanna and Barnes chose to begin forever in a way that felt true to them—quietly, intentionally, and surrounded by so much grace at Hotel Peter & Paul.

Every glance, every smile, every hand held a little tighter said everything words couldn’t. Their day was a reminder that your wedding never has to be loud to be unforgettable.

If you’ve been dreaming of a celebration that feels meaningful, stylish, and deeply personal, let this be your sign that there’s another way. 🤍

Stop waiting for the perfect moment and create it. Click the link in my bio, book your 15-minute clarity call and let’s start planning your New Orleans elopement today ❤️

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Some of the kindest words we receive come from couples who trusted us before they knew exactly how everything would come...
04/29/2026

Some of the kindest words we receive come from couples who trusted us before they knew exactly how everything would come together. 🤍

Ryleigh and Andrew shared the sweetest words after their day, and reading reviews like theirs never gets old. Knowing our couples felt cared for, celebrated, and fully present in their moments means everything to us.

If you’d love to hear more from past couples, visit our website and read the many heartfelt reviews from people who chose us to capture one of the most meaningful days of their lives. 💍

Stop waiting for the perfect moment and create it. Click the link in my bio, book your 15-minute clarity call and let’s start planning your New Orleans elopement today ❤️

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