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I am wedding and portrait photographer located in South Louisiana. I can't hide the fact that I have a BIG bubbly personality and my favorite thing is bringing out the BEST in my clients. My favorite things are days at the beach, chips and salsa and hanging out with my family.

Photography has been my passion for several years and i've been lucky enough to have been mentored by my sister and her husband who have been photographers for the last 10 years.

I love making people laugh, feel comfortable and capture their most joyful selves on camera. It can be SO intimidating to step in front of a camera and to later see your best most beautiful self captured is such a gift -- one I hope to give my clients over and over!

The Bertrands Photography is a photography husband and wife team that has been serving clients in South Louisiana for over 10 years now. They are thrilled to expand their brand to serve even more couples through their "sister" brand: Oak + Ivory! Margaret Mary is Clare's sister and has been shooting over her shoulder for years. We are thrilled she is now at a level where she can photograph priceless memories for other clients!

Clare + steven

Meet our Founders

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Clare here! (middle) I have been photographing weddings for other a decade now. As the oldest of seven siblings -- all homeschooled together, we spent LOTS of time learning as a group. When I launched my photography business, my sister, Marianne, started editing for me from the beginning. Having Margaret Mary join and expand our team...has been such a privilege for me. Family businesses forever!

Marianne here (far right!) As a full time photography editor, I love helping business owners get their life back. Working with my sister everyday in business has been so much fun!

Margaret Mary (left) I grew up watching both of my sister photograph weddings and tons of other events and loved hearing their stories. Getting the chance to learn the craft literally over their shoulders has been such a gift. Thankful to have their support in the world of small businesses.

Meet the team

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Oak + Ivory is definitely a team brand. We love that we are able to combine a decade of experience with affordable wedding packages that can serve so many beautiful couples in our area!

This is what you can expect from our team.

Clare + Steven handle all emails, website details and client communication. You can be assure of top notch unmatched professional service from a tried and true brand.

Margaret Mary is the photographer who will show up to photograph all of your events -- from the day of engagements to the wedding...she's your girl!

After the wedding, the whole team, led by Marianne, works together to provide you beautiful edits and fast turnarounds on your gallery. You can expect a consistent bright, joyful and airy style! Go Team!

Our process

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wedding details

For the brides that love traditional and timeless photos, but also love to have the fun and candid memories of the day documented - Read wedding details, here!

senior session details

Are you a senior on the search for the perfect photographer? Senior sessions are light-hearted, full of laughs, and include beautiful galleries under gorgeous oak trees and open fields - Read senior details, here!