Jessica Bachmann Photography

Newborn Photography; New Orleans Newborn Portraits

Jessica — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 00:54:57 +0000

I always get excited when I have the opportunity to photograph newborns. It amazes me how each one is different and unique. They develop their personality so quickly. Olivia was not in the mood to sleep during her session, but she did give me a smile! I look forward to watching her grow. Thanks!

Chandler Family: New Orleans Family Portrait Photography

Jessica — Wed, 28 Jul 2010 03:45:50 +0000

I had the opportunity to photograph this wonderful family before they moved to California this month. They wanted some traditional portraits that would remind them of their time in New Orleans. I think the sear-sucker suits, linen dresses, climbing tree and Spanish moss truly make the view aware that they are in New Orleans. They were such a pleasure to photograph!

They even brought their dog, Ginger, for the portraits…including the dog always makes me happy! I really enjoyed getting to know them, and I am sad that they are now in California. I hope these portraits will help them to have fond memories of New Orleans. Thanks!

Chandler Collage

Ashley & Calvin’s Wedding; New Orleans Wedding Photography

Jessica — Tue, 22 Jun 2010 00:41:45 +0000

Ashley and Calvin were such a fun couple to photograph. Even though it rained on the night of their wedding, which made it impossible to do their portraits outside, they didn’t let it dampen their spirits. It was obvious to me from watching them during their engagement session and wedding that they are deeply in love and happy. Their ceremony was in the gorgeous St. Stephen’s Catholic Church, and the reception was at Chateau Country Club.

People are always asking me about my bride’s vendors. So, here is some “vendor love!” Her beautiful flowers were from Audubon Flowers. The bride’s cake was from Swiss Confectionery and the awesome “Saints” themed groom’s cake was from Haydels. Here are some of my favorite images from the event. Thanks!

Long time, no blog….; New Orleans Newborn Photography

Jessica — Tue, 20 Apr 2010 13:48:10 +0000

It has been a busy spring with weddings and portraits. I have not been keeping up on blogging, but I have plenty of images to share. To start, here are some of my favorite images from a recent newborn session. I have been photographing G’s big sister for a few years, and I am so happy to have the opportunity to photograph her new little sister. I can’t wait to watch them both grow up!

St. Patrick’s Day! New Orleans Portrait Photographer

Jessica — Fri, 19 Mar 2010 14:36:18 +0000

Everybody knows that I LOVE St. Patrick’s Day….I love a parade AND it is my birthday! Needless to say, when J’s mom pulled out this dress to show me as an option for one of her outfits for her portrait session….I got excited! J’s grandmother actually made this adorable outfit….it is so cute. It was fun hanging out with her family. I hope she got a ton of beads and cabbages when she wore the outfit to the parade! Here are some of my favorites from the session.

New Orleans Boys; New Orleans Portrait Photography

Jessica — Sat, 06 Mar 2010 02:27:05 +0000

Since most people dress their children in traditional outfits for portraits, I offer a portrait special once a year to celebrate color. When the mother of these boys contacted me and asked if Saints jersey were colorful enough, I thought “why not?” This is the year of the Saints in New Orleans, plus it is only fitting to get portraits done in outfits your children feel comfortable wearing. What better way to celebrate being a boy than getting your picture taken in a jersey with a helmut and footballs…too cute! I loved how the two of them played football and got along so well throughout the session. Thanks for the opportunity to photograph them! To view all the images, please visit the slideshow here! Here are some of my favorites from the session.

Mardi Gras Photography; New Orleans Photographer

Jessica — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 22:16:55 +0000

I have never been so excited for it to be Ash Wednesday. I think we are all exhausted because New Orleans has been in the celebrating mood since Christmas due to the Saints’s successful football season and carnival season. Mardi Gras was yesterday, so today feels like a new year. My favorite parts of the carnival season (besides King Cake) are the Flambeaux (Keepers of the Light) and the bands. This year the Saints played a big role in the festivities. In fact, Drew Brees was the King of Bacchus, which led to a huge amount of people waiting along St. Charles Avenue for a glimpse of the Superbowl M.V.P. Here are some of my favorite images from the parades. To view a complete slideshow of all the images , please visit my website at www.jessicabachmann.com/mardigras Thanks!

A’s portrait session at the zoo! ; New Orleans Portrait Photography

Jessica — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 01:56:47 +0000

Recently, I got to photograph “A” for the third time! I also photographed her parent’s wedding, which makes her very special to me. I loved that her mom contacted me to do a shoot at a different location. We had a blast on the carousel, meeting the tortoise and just climbing on the benches. The zoo is such a magical place! Plus, she wore the cutest little red dress, coat and hat, which made her big blue eyes sparkle in contrast. Thanks to her mom from thinking outside the box for this session and for having such a cute little girl! The following are some of my favorite images from the session.

Wedding Photography / Reception Photography; New Orleans Photographer

Jessica — Wed, 10 Feb 2010 03:00:16 +0000

I love weddings! In fact, if I am not booked with one of my own weddings, I will gladly second shoot for other photographers if they call me requesting help. I enjoy second shooting because it is not as stressful. I still strive to get the best and most beautiful images I can capture for the couple, but I can relax and give them a different perspective than the main photographer. It is a fun change of pace. Unfortunately, I often photograph the event and then neglect to do anything with the images besides doing a quick review to see what I got. Part of the arrangement I have as a second shooter is that I have the opportunity to use the images in my folio. Today, I decided I should start doing that. The following are some of my favorites from a reception I worked as a second shooter for Charlotte Latham. I always have fun working with her, and this wedding was a blast. They second lined from Pat O’Brien’s and then had a reception that included a man hand-rolling cigars at “Court of Two Sisters” in the French Quarter. Thanks!

Pregnancy Portraits: New Orleans Portrait Photographer

Jessica — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 05:02:47 +0000

Sorry I haven’t posted in such a long time….I do not have a good excuse….I have been photographing portraits and weddings, but not blogging. First, I want to say “Hooray for the Saints” or “Who Dat?!” Between the Saint’s Superbowl Win and this weeks Mardi Gras Parades/Celebrations, I know this is going to be an awesome time to be living in New Orleans.

Another reason it is a great time to be in New Orleans is because it is so full of life….literally there are women everywhere that are pregnant. It seems like we are having a babyboom! This beautiful mama to be is surrounded by life….she even owns a fabulous boutique named “Life” on Magazine Street. I am honored to have had the chance to photograph her pregnancy portraits, and I cannot wait to meet the baby, who is due on my birthday! Here are some of my favorites from the session. Thanks!