Rare Sighting Photography
New Orleans & Destination Weddings
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Dr. Devonte Williford
OWNER
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AWARD WINNER (7X)
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
Wedding Photography In Louisiana
In New Orleans, LA, you'll find a talented wedding photographer who works at Rare Sighting Photography. The owner, Dr. Devonte Williford, is a passionate storyteller who loves to capture life's most precious moments. He, alongside a team of professionals, specializes in crafting timeless, emotion-filled images.
Understanding Your Epic Love Story
At Rare Sighting Photography, human connection is at the center of everything that they do. They'll really get to know you and your partner to ensure they craft a spectacular wedding gallery that tells your story perfectly.
Everything You Need and More
With a photojournalistic approach to photography, the team can anticipate the moments that mean the most. Additionally, they offer top-notch coverage for the engagement, the after-party, a day-after session, and even a boudoir shoot. Other services include social media sharing, second shooters, and printed enlargements.
Details
Destination Weddings
Destination Wedding Packages
Photo Shoot Types
Boudoir
Bridal Portraits
Day After Session
Engagement
Trash The Dress
Photo & Video
Digital Files
Online Proofing
Photo
Printed Enlargements
Second Shooter Available
Social Media Sharing
Wedding Albums
Photo & Video Styles
Artistic
Classic
Documentary
Dramatic
Lifestyle
Modern
Wedding Activities
Getting Engaged
Rehearsals & Parties
After Party
Wedding
After Party
Awards and Affiliations
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Meet the team
Dr. Devonte Williford
Owner
Capturing genuine emotions does something for my heart. It gives me a sense of purpose because I know the memories that I capture hold so much value. Working with couples to document their special occasions fills me up. If you're looking for someone who is intentional and passionate about their work, you've found the right photographer. I look forward to connecting with you and discussing the details of your big day!
Reviews
5.0
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Reviewers rave that Devonte of Rare Sightings Photography delivers stunning, emotion-filled photos that tell the whole wedding story. He’s praised for professionalism, calm energy, responsiveness, and skill with multiracial/Black weddings. Non-intrusive, punctual, fast with sneak peeks and final galleries, and highly recommended.Review photos
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Chelsey C
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5.0
12/16/2025
Devonte, is a visionary and truly one of the most authentic, genuine vendors we got to work with in our wedding. We didn't expect that our photographer would be the one who set the...
tone and vibe for the day, but honestly he subtly put both my husband and I at ease, brought the energy and joy and we couldn't have imagined our day without him.
One of the coolest things about Devonte's photos is that he accurately caught almost every one of our guest quirks/mannerisms that we adore about that person without ever have meeting a single guest prior to the wedding. His eye behind the camera is so artistic and intentional and he captured so much emotion in every shot. We didn't get a videographer, and truthful we didn't need one because looking through his photos was like watching a video recording of the day because he didn't miss a moment, emotion, or detail and each picture felt like reliving a vivid memory. I cried happy tears the entire time I reviewed the final edits. Everyone whose seen our photos is stunned by the quality and beauty of each shot and have given us so much praise for our photos.
This might be niche, but if you are looking for a photographer who has experience working with multiracial and ethnic weddings Devonte is the best! Unfortunately, that's not always something a lot of photographers have experience with and we've been highly disappointed in the past but NOT with Devonte! He captured everything beautifully; knew how use lighting to his advantage, didn't wash out our skin tones, and knew how to compose and incredibly diverse racial, ethnic wedding with ease.
Finally from a logistics and communication point of view, Devonte is a dream to work with. He uses automated messages to let you know he'll respond with in 2 business days and almost always responded within 1. He let us reach out to him as much as needed and made it clear what he needed from us (which was not much) and he got us sneak peeks and final edits in rapid speed! He was early to the venue, kept on schedule and was highly efficient (and FUN; it wasn't a rushed experience or all about business!)
We don't have enough space to praise Devonte for all that he deserves; but I will end this review by saying we won't be looking for other photographers in the future. Even as an out of town couple, we will be making the trip back to New Orleans for all our professional photo needs because Devonte is worth it and then some! We also appreciate that he's a leader in the community, and his passion for photography isn't just a business it's a unifier for him. As very values driven people, we sought out vendors who also share a passion for community, empowerment, and are people making a difference in the City of New Orleans.
All of this to say, I promise you, you will not regret working with Devonte and having his photos for a lifetime of memories. We feel as though we've met someone who we will be connected to well beyond our wedding and hope to continue to support his business and work well beyond our wedding day and that's an intangible quality in a wedding vendor!
Shameika B
5.0
8/01/2025
Devonte was phenomenal! He had this effortless way of being everywhere without ever being in the way. Half the time, we didn’t even realize he was there, yet he managed to capture ...
every single moment so perfectly. And when we did see him, his energy was such a vibe, calm, cool, and always hyping us up without taking over the moment. The photos we’ve seen so far are stunning, and we can’t wait for the full gallery. If you want a photographer who brings good energy and even better shots, Devonte is the one.
Response from Rare Sighting Photography on 08/01/2025
Thank you so much! We’re cousins now 🫶🏽
Any questions?
Dana W
5.0
5/14/2025
Devonte was amazing from start to finish. Easy to coordinate with, super friendly and professional, and the photos turned out amazing! I prefer candid photos and we got so many sho...
ts of everyone dancing. 100% recommend.
Whitney B
5.0
12/04/2024
Hiring Devonte was hands down the best decision we made for our wedding! From the first conversation to the last shot, he was everything we dreamed of and more. I’m not someone who...
lives for posing or curating Instagram-worthy moments—I wanted our day captured as it truly happened, full of love, laughter, and authenticity—and wow, did he deliver.
We got sneak peeks within just a few days, and I couldn’t believe how perfectly he captured the magic of the day. Every single image was stunning, from tender moments with my husband and family, to my friends being crazy and taking shots in the background, he captured it all! I didn’t have to give any direction; He just knew how to capture every detail in a way that felt effortless and natural.
They truly captured the heart of the day, and I couldn’t be happier with the results. If you want photos that feel authentic and tell the story of your wedding day, Rare Sightings Photography is the one!
Kimberly A
5.0
10/19/2024
Luis & I fell in love with Devonte's photography style. From the start, Devonte was great with communication--he was responsive through texts, e-mails and phone calls the whole 10 ...
months leading up to our date. We traveled to New Orleans from Southern California so all the planning was done virtually but he made us feel at ease.
Devonte was awesome to work with.. we instantly felt connected and comfortable with him. He is the most chill/relaxed photographer! We even got the chance to have a little heart to heart conversation with Devonte during our reception. He's so down to earth. We truly enjoyed having him capture our wedding.
We have received some sneak peek photographs & they are BEAUTIFUL. We cannot wait to see the rest!! We cannot recommend Devonte enough!
Response from Rare Sighting Photography on 10/19/2024
Thank you so much! The pleasure was all mine! ❤️
Ashley J
5.0
6/21/2024
From day one I knew we chose the right photographer. Devonte was with us every step of the way. He provides a variety of services, streamlined the process and was able to capture e...
very aspect of our BIG day effortlessly. He and Anthony are very personable, their precision to detail is a class act. Even their ability to calm the pre-wedding getters was priceless. Hands down the best in the industry! Forever thankful!
Response from Rare Sighting Photography on 06/21/2024
Thank you so much! We thoroughly enjoyed documenting things for you and Bernard! ❤️
Brooke B
5.0
5/16/2024
Devonte and his team were able to capture the most amazing pictures starting with the bridal session and culminating with the second line. Their level of professionalism and though...
tfulness throughout our wedding season was over the top! Devonte's calming nature helped me hold things together during the wedding day. Our wedding guests are STILL talking about how awesome the photographers were. They were not imposing and were able to capture ALL the right photos. Devonte is now about our family and we have already pre-booked our Christmas card photography session!
Response from Rare Sighting Photography on 05/16/2024
Thank you so much for the kind words! Looking forward to being you alls photographer for l...
ife ❤️
Samantha T
5.0
2/23/2024
I would not hesitate to book Devonte and Rare Sighting Photography for any event. My husband and I decided we wanted to have a destination wedding in New Orleans. While we had a we...
dding planner who provided many useful vendor recommendations, we also looked into certain vendors, like photographers, ourselves.
We wanted a photographer who was experienced with New Orleans wedding as well as with Black wedding culture, so hiring Devonte was the perfect fit. We came across Devonte on Hue I Do and when we saw his Instagram profile, we decided to book an introductory Zoom call.
On the initial Zoom call Devonte gave us more details about his services, answered all of our questions, asked us our love story and shared his love story with us. After meeting with him over Zoom, it became clear that we had found a great match, both in terms of style and personality.
We booked Devonte along with a second photographer for 8 hours on our wedding day. This included preparation, first look, ceremony, second line, dinner and reception. As introverts we wanted someone with a larger-than-life personality, and Devonte really brought the fun.
Devonte was extremely responsive to the many questions and concerns we had. He gave us insight about the photography process and shared his thoughts on other vendors and NOLA generally. We could expect a response from him within 24 hours and usually much quicker than that.
On the day of, Devonte deftly navigated complex family dynamics, moved swiftly through the portrait session, and knew when to blend into the background and when to assert himself to get the best pictures.
Our family members assumed Devonte must’ve been a friend due to how well he was able to vibe with our group.
Devonte had sneak peek pictures ready within a matter a days and the finished product was delivered in a little over a month, which was quicker than his contract provided and an amazing feat given that our wedding was a few weeks before Christmas. Our wedding day was perfectly captured. We love our wedding photos and will treasure them forever. Thank you, Rare Sighting Photography!
Response from Rare Sighting Photography on 02/23/2024
My goodness! Lol. I don’t think I’ve had such an in depth review before lol. Guess it’s a ...
lawyer thing! Thank y’all so much for having me! It was such a blast to document you all even as it began to rain! This certainly was one for the books. 🤗
Samantha T
5.0
2/23/2024
I would not hesitate to book Devonte and Rare Sighting Photography for any event. My husband and I decided on a destination wedding in New Orleans. While we had a wedding planner w...
ho provided many useful vendor recommendations, we also looked into certain vendors, like photographers, ourselves.
We wanted a photographer who was experienced with New Orleans weddings and with Black wedding culture, so hiring Devonte was the perfect fit. We came across Devonte on Hue I Do and when we saw his Instagram profile, we decided to book an introductory Zoom call.
On the introductory call, Devonte gave us more details about his services, answered all of our questions, asked us our love story and shared his love story with us. After meeting with him over Zoom, it became clear that we had found a great match, both in terms of style and personality.
We booked Devonte along with a second photographer for 8 hours on our wedding day. This included preparation, first look, ceremony, a second line, family style dinner and reception. As introverts we wanted someone with a larger-than-life personality, and Devonte really brought the fun.
Devonte was always very responsive to the many questions and concerns we had. He gave us insight into the photography process and shared his thoughts on other wedding vendors and NOLA generally. As someone planning a destination wedding, it was truly appreciated. Plus, we could expect a response from him within 24 hours and usually much quicker than that.
On the day of, Devonte deftly navigated complex family dynamics, moved swiftly through the portrait session, and knew when to blend into the background and when to assert himself to get the best pictures.
Our family members assumed Devonte must’ve been a friend due to how well he was able to vibe with our group.
Devonte had sneak peek photos ready within a matter a days and the finished product was delivered in a little over a month, which was quicker than his contract provided and an amazing feat given that our wedding was a few weeks before Christmas. Our wedding day was perfectly captured. We love our wedding photos and will treasure them forever. Thank you, Rare Sighting Photography!
Rhonoda K
5.0
2/16/2024
If you’re searching for a caring and professional photographer, Devonte of Rare Sightings Photography is highly recommended! From my inquiry email to the delivery of my final photo...
s, Devonte was professional and very timely! If your expectations are 100%, Devonte gives 200%. He fulfilled all of my request and some! I felt his positive energy the moment I met him! Throughout the planning process, I felt at ease about my photos because he gave an “I got you covered” energy! He captured beautiful pictures of my husband and me! I stare at my photos daily! I was so blessed to have found such a wonderful photographer! He is now my brother lololol. Thank you sooooooo much Devonte!
Response from Rare Sighting Photography on 02/16/2024
Thank you so much for the kinds words! We are locked in for life now! 🫶🏽
Kenya B
5.0
1/16/2024
Devonte did a great job capturing and matching the energy of our reception. We had a few prep calls leading up to the wedding and Devonte pointed out that there was construction ne...
xt door to our venue. Since this was a destination wedding reception, he went ahead and scouted the area and sent us some photos. We also reached out to him a few months ahead of the wedding asking for wedding planner recommendations and he led us to Poshed & Peachy — who were also dope to work with. Devonte is formally part of our NOLA fam!
Response from Rare Sighting Photography on 01/16/2024
Thank you so much for the opportunity to document you both. I knew based on our calls that...
things would turn out great, but I had no idea it would be as lit as it was! The energy was absolutely crazy! Y’all are stuck with me for life 🫶🏽
Ashley G
5.0
12/14/2023
I went to a wedding five years ago where Devonte was a the photographer. When I saw the final pictures I said if I ever get married he would be my photographer. Well… I got engaged...
and hired Devonte. Devonte was very professional and flexible with scheduling for engagement photos and wedding day. He brings great energy to the space which is what you want on your wedding day. I also appreciate the direction he provides during photography to ensure you have the perfect shot. Our sneak peek photos alone are impressive!
Response from Rare Sighting Photography on 12/14/2023
Thanks again for the opportunity! A lot more impressiveness coming in that full gallery! �...
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Danielle P
5.0
11/26/2023
We started working with Devonte back in 2022 when we started our wedding planning journey. He documented our engagement photos, bridals, and wedding day (Oct 2023). Throughout the ...
whole process, Devonte was professional, communicative, and very helpful with his suggestions throughout the whole process. We felt at ease during the whole process and each photo shoot he delivered a beautiful gallery that we will cherish forever. Highly recommend rare sighting photography to document your special day.
Zaida G
5.0
11/13/2023
Loved working with Devonte! It was our engagement pictures and we have never gotten professional photos done. He made us feel comfortable and let us be ourselves. Him and his wife ...
were so sweet to us, they even stayed a little bit longer to make sure we had a perfect picture in front of the streetcar. 10 out of 10 recommend!
Remi O
5.0
11/02/2023
It was a pleasure working with Devonte. He is a complete professional but also very personable and flexible when accommodating to our needs. He is responsive in a timely manner an...
d when it came to our wedding day, he and his team really made us feel comfortable enough to just enjoy the day. His photography really captured how amazing and fun our day truly was and we are so grateful to have these photos to last for a lifetime.
gabriella g
5.0
11/01/2023
Devonte was one of the first (if not the first) vendors I started working with when we started planning our October 2023 wedding. He was incredible about answering my many many que...
stions, working with our budget, and letting us know what his style was like. We decided to do engagement pictures with him and I HIGHLY recommend! It was so great to get to know him personally so that by the time the wedding came around he felt more like a friend than a vendor. Leading up to the wedding, Devonte was so helpful with my many timeline changes and was incredibly responsive. On the wedding day, Devonte’s presence was such a blessing. He made sure we did what we needed to do without feeling forced and to make sure we were all having a good time. The wedding was such a blur but i never felt like he was “in the way” and he was able to capture the moment in such a natural way. I loved our sneak peeks and can’t wait to see the final product. Do yourself a favor and hire him!
Tyla T
5.0
10/15/2023
My husband and I worked with Rare Sighting for our New Orleans wedding in April 2023. We met with him almost a year before the wedding and immediately connected with him. He was pr...
ofessional, communicative, and very flexible in turning around his work early when we were presented with an opportunity to be in the NYTimes (https://www.nytimes.com/2023/05/26/style/tristan-thompson-tyla-wade-wedding.html)
He made the entire day special for my husband and I. We recommend working with him. He made the process from start to finish seamless.
Response from Rare Sighting Photography on 10/15/2023
Thank you so much for the kind words. It was worth the extra hours when presented with the...
opportunity to be in the New York Times! Thanks for allowing us to document your love story!
Aimee N
5.0
10/12/2023
Once I browsed Devonte’s website there was no other option for me as a bride. He has a natural eye and gift for photography, easy to work with, extremely punctual (he says he will...
call at 10:30 and the phone rings at 10:30). I cannot say enough good things about him and LOVE his work! I knew I wouldn’t have to worry about missing moments with him behind the camera!
10/10 recommend!
Response from Rare Sighting Photography on 10/15/2023
Thank you so much, Aimee!
Lindsey H
5.0
10/11/2023
Ugh. Where to begin?? Devonte was super patient as I first reached out to him. The dates changed, my vision changed and he was long suffering through my indecisiveness. lol. When w...
e finally locked in a plan, he gave me so many suggestions regarding shot locations, bridal suites and videographers. And as bride planning from out of town, this made planning so much easier. He truly listened to my vision and helped me map out a plan for bringing it to life. I didn’t expect to get sneak peeks during my honeymoon, but they were gorgeous. And I received the album way ahead of the projected contract date. The colors. Our posing. The candids. His creative eye. I can’t even describe how much I love my wedding photos. Working with Devonte was truly a pleasure.
Response from Rare Sighting Photography on 10/15/2023
Thank you so much for the kind words! Never forget about our 1 minute dance party in the c...
ourtyard lol
Abby S
5.0
7/04/2023
Devonte is excellent! Professional, friendly, and great communication. My fiancé and I decided to book engagement photos on our exploratory trip in search of Venues for next year. ...
Our beautiful photos were exactly what I was looking for with a quick turnaround time. Highly recommend!
Response from Rare Sighting Photography on 07/06/2023
Thank you so much, Abby! Y’all made it easy! You both looked great and your experience mad...
e it so smooth!
Laura T
5.0
6/30/2023
Devonte was an absolute MVP at our wedding. We hired him because of his beautiful portfolio, his ability to capture natural and unscripted moments and emotion, and how responsive a...
nd professional he was during our initial conversation. And we're so glad we decided to go with Rare Sighting. Not only was Devonte communicative throughout the booking process, but he was an absolute star during our wedding -- a calm and centered beacon in the swirling chaos of the day. He has an artist's eye and a no-nonsense presence, which we greatly appreciated, finding beautiful spots in and around our venue where we could take photos with a true New Orleans flavor, and herding us around with the patience of a saint. We're waiting on the final photo set but the sneak peeks he's provided are just gorgeous. Beyond the photos, he was so helpful and proactive, from pinning boutonnieres to helping me put on my shoes to directing us where to go during our second line. And he recommended an amazing brass band, on top of everything else. There's no need to research anymore - you should definitely hire Rare Sighting.
Response from Rare Sighting Photography on 07/06/2023
Thank you so much for the kind words Laura, I’m glad I had the opportunity to document you...
and Tim. *cheers with a really exclusive spirit* lol
anonymous u
5.0
6/15/2023
Rare Sighting Photography was hired for our engagement shoot (October 2022) and wedding photography (May 2023). Devonte and his team are beyond professional and super attentive. An...
y questions we had, were answered timely whether via phone or email. I felt comfortable describing my vision for both engagement shoot and wedding day flow. I loved how Devonte utilized each space to frame every shot and create gorgeous portraits. His eye for detail and quality is amazing. When my husband and I discussed possible photographers, quality work was at the top of our list. We made the right decision. I would recommend him to anyone.
Response from Rare Sighting Photography on 06/16/2023
Thank you so much for the kind words!
Allissa M
5.0
5/08/2023
Devonte is very kind and professional! He makes being in front of the camera so easy and delivers more than you’ve asked of him. My Husband and I were very pleased with the photos ...
he has taken for us and we will be cherishing these for a lifetime. If I had the chance I would do this day all over again and pick Devonte every time. :)
Response from Rare Sighting Photography on 05/08/2023
Thank you so much for the kind words and opportunity to document you all! ❤️
Danielle J
5.0
11/10/2022
We were planning a wedding out of state and messaged a few photographers to see if they were available based on their work. We were immediately impressed with the website and the p...
hotos, plus we heard back immediately. We set up a call with Devonte and knew instantly that we found our photographer. Being out of state, we couldn't use him for our engagement photos but communication with him was very easy leading up to the wedding. He was always responsive. The day of our wedding, he was professional but fun! He made it easy to get some amazing shots and understood the one inspiration photo I asked for. He was out on the dance floor getting the best photos, especially of my nephew. Devonte even joined us in the photo booth to take pictures with us. Everyone loved how easily he fit with our families vibes. The photo of me getting ready with the reflection off the TV? Stunning. I only have my sneak peeks right now but I seriously can't wait for the rest! If you are looking for a photographer that is talented and will engaging with you for everything to feel easy and natural, this is who you want!
Response from Rare Sighting Photography on 11/14/2022
Thank you so much! Greatly appreciate the kind words! I take the experience you all get se...
riously! 🤗
Paula C
5.0
10/17/2022
Devonte and his team are amazing; stop reading this review and go book them before they're full. Luckily, Devonte was available on our wedding day and he made everything a breeze f...
rom our first meeting to the big day. His communication was stellar and everyone on his team makes you feel comfortable and like a star of the show.
Devonte and his team showed up early and began working immediately. They knew exactly what shots would look great and told you how to pose and no one was going to ruin the shot. Also, some of the finer details were caught and fixed before pictures were taken.
Something else I really appreciated was that they knew they got the right shot and you didn't have to spend ten minutes smiling for what would amount to one picture. Everyone knew where to stand and what to do, smile, and done. Next shot / next group, and as someone who had to smile for pictures all day, I really appreciated that and it made things much smoother and more enjoyable.
We had some ideas for pictures and he and his team were open and made the shots work. They were part of the action throughout the night and I'm sure we'll see even more great pictures as more pictures become available. All of our guests loved them and were appreciative of capturing pictures of their family and friends.
My bride knew receiving pictures shortly after our event was unrealistic considering all the work that goes into touching up the pictures and how long we've heard other couples had to wait, but Devonte sent us over some great photos just a couple days after our event and it made her week.
We loved working with Devonte and his team so much we've already talked about using them for events in the future.
Thank you guys so much and we hope you had as much fun as we did!
Response from Rare Sighting Photography on 10/17/2022
Thank you so much! We had a blast documenting you all. The light sabers were so much fun! ...
Make sure you frame that photo by the chocolate fountain lol.
Chris S
5.0
10/15/2022
The Rare Sighting Photography team was a joy to work with! Devonte was great at communicating with us prior to our big day and making sure everything was ready to go! Eddie was our...
photographer for the wedding and his work is beautiful! We are in love with the sneak peek photos we received (just days after the ceremony) and are so excited to see our full collection. Eddie was great at helping us to check-off "must-have" shots on our list– as well as capturing little moments throughout the night. Exceptional work and would highly recommend!
Response from Rare Sighting Photography on 10/17/2022
Thank you so much for the kind words! Thanks again for the opportunity.
Jessica F
5.0
10/11/2022
Devonte was so nice and worked with us throughout the process. Our pictures are gorgeous! He sent us beautiful sneak peek photos just a couple of days after our wedding. We loved h...
is positive energy, professionalism, and great personality. He partied with us all night and the photos came out great. He made sure my husband was drinking water and even helped him to fold his pocket square correctly for photos. Highly recommend!
Response from Rare Sighting Photography on 10/11/2022
Thanks so much for the kind words! I had to make sure Andrew looked amazing! Thanks so muc...
h for the opportunity.
Justan V
5.0
10/07/2022
Working with Rare Sighting Photography was beyond one of the best decisions we made regarding our wedding day. Not only were the Photographers talented, but they did a great job of...
giving clear direction, driving confidence towards the individuals they were shooting, and becoming creative in the moment to capture once in a life time shots! I will never consider working with anyone else for photography if I’m in this region! I recommend them 1000%!
Response from Rare Sighting Photography on 10/07/2022
Thank you so much for the kind words! We greatly enjoyed celebrating with you and Shirelle...
!
Sarah G
5.0
8/08/2022
Devonte is an absolute pro. He did our engagement photos as well as our wedding reception and was extremely flexible with our Covid rescheduling. The photos all came out gorgeous a...
nd we can’t wait to hire Devonte again for any future events!
Response from Rare Sighting Photography on 08/08/2022
Thank you so much! Looking forward to creating more magic with you all!
Jana K
5.0
7/24/2022
Outstanding experience with Devonte as our wedding photographer. From the moment we started discussing the day, we knew Devonte was the one to be a part of our day. I believe whe...
n you are looking for a photographer to capture the day, the moments and to truly catch that moment in time you need someone who cares. Devonte is all of this and more. Truly one of the most skilled and talented photographers I have ever worked it. Thank you, Devonte for making our day memorable through your lens. Definitely a day made in history! ;)
Response from Rare Sighting Photography on 07/24/2022
Thank you so much for the kind words 🤗
Tierra M
5.0
7/23/2022
The professionalism and talent that Devonte possess is jaw-dropping. My husband and I searched for someone who would catch not only the traditional shots of our day but also pure m...
oments and memories that we should have for a lifetime. We loved that Devonte never hid his enthusiasm and passion for photography and that he understood exactly the type of photographer we had been looking for. The morning after shooting our wedding day, we had over 50 stunning images to peak at. 10000/10 recommend booking with Devonte, it'll soon become one of your best decisions.
Response from Rare Sighting Photography on 07/23/2022
Thank you so much! I had such a great time celebrating with you all!
Michael S
5.0
7/21/2022
Best in the business. Professional but personable. Very easy to be your natural self when working with Devonte.
Response from Rare Sighting Photography on 07/21/2022
Thank you kind sir!
Diana S
5.0
6/08/2022
Devonte was everything we wanted in a wedding photographer and more! He was really personable and easy to communicate with leading up to the wedding. Everyone really appreciated hi...
s energy during the wedding and the direction that he provided. The photos are absolutely beautiful and the entire experience was seamless. We would definitely recommend working with Devonte and Rare Sighting Photography. He was really professional while adding a fun and positive element that guests appreciated.
Response from Rare Sighting Photography on 06/08/2022
Thank you so much! I enjoyed documenting your love story and partying with you, Hymlaire a...
nd the rest of the gang!
Nicole B
5.0
5/18/2022
Beyond his exceptional talent for creating stunning images, Devonte is an incredible human. He was extremely attentive to us throughout the day and so easy to work with. Devonte is...
talented, professional and drama-free. We were so lucky that he was available on our wedding day and we could not recommend him enough. Hire this man!
Response from Rare Sighting Photography on 05/18/2022
Thank you so much! It had to be divine intervention connecting with you and Blake! I smell...
a lot of pool parties this summer 😎
Miricole J
5.0
4/03/2022
I booked Devonte for both of my maternity shoots. I’m shy in front of the camera, but Devonte made me feel comfortable and directed me in order to get the most beautiful shots. I...
told him my ideas and he brought them to life. Both times he chose the perfect locations. The only photographer I will ever use!
Response from Rare Sighting Photography on 04/03/2022
Thank you for another opportunity to create magic for you and your family! Wedding next? �...
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Dixon M
5.0
3/29/2022
Devonte was an absolute pleasure to work with. He went above and beyond to ensure my satisfaction and left me with drop-dead gorgeous photographs and memories to last generations. ...
I am truly happy I met him. Thank you Devonte!
Response from Rare Sighting Photography on 03/30/2022
The pleasure was all mine! Our chemistry was epic! Looking forward to staying connected ov...
er the years!
Kamara L
5.0
3/29/2022
Devonte is superb! Beautiful photography and his energy is through the roof! From inquiry, I knew he was the right choice for us. He sought to get to know us and the vision we had ...
for our wedding day. He quickly responds to email and phone calls. He is very thorough and passionate about his craft. Wedding day - He was awesome! In moments when I felt panicked, he kept me together and was so supportive. And I can't forget to mention.. he is not afraid to join the party! We received "sneak peeks" literally the morning after our wedding. Work ethic UNMATCHED. Thank you again, Devonte!
Response from Rare Sighting Photography on 03/29/2022
Thank you so much! I thoroughly enjoyed documenting y’all!
Haley M
5.0
3/19/2022
We highly recommend Devonte of Rare Sighting Photography! Devonte is the best at communicating and keeping up with time, he is passionate about his craft, and takes the most beaut...
ifully authentic photographs. My husband and I had our engagement session and our full wedding day captured. On our wedding day, Devonte and his team arrived before time and got to work. Devonte even took the time to ensure our guests took their cell phone pics at the best angles for the best lighting. We received a sneak peak not even 48 hours after our special day with pictures that are breathtaking, literally brought me to tears. We truly feel we made the best decision with our special memories that we intend to cherish for years to come... passion driven, friendly, amazing energy, professional, and gifted. Thank you so much!
-The McKenzies
Response from Rare Sighting Photography on 03/19/2022
Thank you so much for the kind words! I truly am in love with documenting love! Thanks so ...
much for the opportunity!
Carly W
5.0
3/17/2022
Devonte truly cares about documenting the genuine moments and people in front of him, all while adding a calming yet fun presence to the event. He captured our elopement perfectly,...
and was so fun to have as part of our small party of four. He was perfect in the moment and left us with images to last a lifetime. Thank you, Devonte!!
Response from Rare Sighting Photography on 03/17/2022
Thank you so much for the kind words! You all made it so easy on me looking so great and h...
aving great energy!
Jasmine W
5.0
3/17/2022
We booked Devonte for our engagement shoot and he was absolutely amazing! He made us feel so comfortable and our vibes just clicked. His service is so fast, we got our pictures the...
next day! People are still talking about our pictures!
Response from Rare Sighting Photography on 03/17/2022
Thanks so much for the opportunity! I enjoyed documenting you both!
Brittney L
5.0
2/28/2022
There was no question who we would entrust to document our special day, having followed the amazing growth and accomplishments of Raresighting Photography. Devonte is truly an arti...
st and enamored with his craft. He captured the energy of the moment, showing the absolute best of us with such authenticity. I am so incredibly grateful to have been apart of this magic, impressed with the expeditious turn around, and excited to be able to relive the best parts of my wedding day for years to come. It was especially important for us to have photos to share with friends and extended family following our micro-wedding, and didn't hurt that our creatives were a vibe! Thank you for not only documenting but being a part of the day. -Brittney & Dana
Response from Rare Sighting Photography on 02/28/2022
Thank you so much for the kind words! It was a pleasure to have worked with and for you bo...
th. I had such a great time breaking it down with grandpa and listening to him tell me about his days. You have a photographer for life! I’ll be ready for the next milestone 👀
Gerardo H
5.0
1/11/2022
After 4 postponements due to Covid and Hurricane Ida, we finally had our day.
Devonté was more than accommodating and ensured us he was along for the ride, no matter how many more...
postponements we had to go through. He made everyone feel extremely comfortable in front of the camera, and you can feel his passion for photography pour out with every shot. He is highly creative and efficient with his time; a true artist. His personality shines through and you quickly begin to feel like he is part of your wedding party; someone you’ve known your entire life. Words can’t express how grateful we are for his creative vision and we’re blown away by the images he created. We have found both our photographer and a great friend for life!
Response from Rare Sighting Photography on 01/11/2022
I’m not crying! You’re crying! The pleasure was all mine brother!
April W
5.0
12/20/2021
When we decided to pick a photographer for our wedding we wanted someone we was comfortable with & someone who would have a great time amongst our guest as well. I knew him from co...
llege & wanted to keep the XU tradition going & decided I needed him to be apart of our memories. Wedding morning he was prompt and even brought an extra photographer with him to cover all angles which I was super thankful for. Our pictures turned out AMAZING! I can tell he definitely put effort into the edits and he gave us the perfect direction. Thank you for everything Devonte we definitely appreciated EVERYTHING.
April & Donald Wallace
Response from Rare Sighting Photography on 12/22/2021
Thank you so much! 🤗
Alisha H
5.0
12/19/2021
WOW!!!! Devonte is a rare talent. He has the ability to tell your story through gorgeous high quality photos. When you meet the composed, confident, professional and helpful gen...
tlemen you know immediately that your memories are in good hands. Not only did Devonte take photos that would be fit for print in any wedding magazine he also took the time to assist the bride in which shoes look best and helped the groom get it together by fixing his jacket and putting on his cufflinks. He even ran upstairs to grab the brides bouquet for the photos. All of these extra touches make Devonte second to none. If you want the best photographer in NOLA and beyond then look no further. Devonte is the one.
Devonte, thank you so much for all the beautiful memories.
Thank you,
Alisha and Jeff
Response from Rare Sighting Photography on 12/19/2021
Thank you all so much for the kind words! I thoroughly enjoyed documenting you both! 🤗
Natalie A
5.0
12/08/2021
We were so happy we went with Devonte and his team! They were professional, on time, courteous and accommodating throughout the entire day. He captured the exact shots we wanted an...
d even made suggestions for shots we couldn’t imagine! His turnaround time was great too with the sneak peeks and overall. Every shot he took had us in awe and we couldn’t have asked for a better photographer on our special day. I highly recommend you book them you won’t be disappointed!
Response from Rare Sighting Photography on 12/08/2021
Thank you so much for the kind words! I thoroughly enjoyed documenting you and Jesse!
Alesia A
5.0
11/29/2021
DEVONTE IS AMAZING!!!!! He is truly a professional and puts his all into his work. He was very organized and made sure that everyone understood their assignment. LOL. But really th...
e entire process went smoothly and I cannot think of another wedding photographer for my wedding day. He's super friendly and nice and made our special day even greater. Plus, he has an incredible turn around time with sending sneak peek photos. I don't think it was a week after the wedding and we had multiple high quality sneak peek shots. If anyone is looking for a wedding photographer, Rare Sighting is the one to choose!!!!!
Response from Rare Sighting Photography on 11/29/2021
Thank you so much for the kind words, Alesia! 🤗
Latashia J
5.0
11/25/2021
Rare sighting was so professional. Turned my dreams into reality. My husband and I love every single shot they took. First class.
Response from Rare Sighting Photography on 11/29/2021
Thank you so much! 🤗
Lidiya K
5.0
11/15/2021
Devonte is truly exceptional!!! From prompt and personable email correspondence to brainstorming sessions with our coordinator to being our ring leader when it came to candid and n...
ot so candid shots for our in-laws, hehe. I can not recommend him enough! Truly... Our photos look stunning... he was able to capture it so masterfully one would think we had lights and reflectors following us around. Nope! Just the craftsmanship of this brilliant brilliant man! I can not recommend him and his company enough and I will always make sure that my New Orleans friends and beyond shoot with Devonte only! Thank you so much for capturing our day so exquisitely!!!
Response from Rare Sighting Photography on 11/15/2021
Thank you so much for the kind words! So happy to be a part of you a Julian’s special day!...
🕺🏽
Gabriel B
5.0
11/09/2021
Devonte and his team are the epitome of professional photography and elegance! Both my wife & I appreciated Rare Sighting Photography’s fine attention to detail not only during our...
wedding ceremony but before and after! This company makes sure to tell your entire story and we can’t recommend them enough. If you are looking for high quality content, Rare Sighting Photography is the way to go! Thanks for all that you do.
Response from Rare Sighting Photography on 11/09/2021
Thanks so much for the kind words! It was an honor and a privilege to document you and Whi...
z! 🕺🏽
Amber C
5.0
11/08/2021
Rare sighting was our top choice for our wedding photographer and we are so happy that we chose them! Devonte arrived at our dressing location on time, and knows how to get the bes...
t shots of the bridal party that don’t look super posed. Our photos are absolutely stunning and the action shots are my favorite! We would recommend Rare Sighting 1000 times over. Super professional and friendly, and will make sure you get every shot you want. For brides who want a stress free experience plus amazing photos - this is the photographer for you.
Response from Rare Sighting Photography on 11/08/2021
Thank you so much! I thoroughly enjoyed documenting and celebrating with you and Lawrence!...
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