Rare Sighting Photography

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Prices start at $3,800

Elopement pricing

Prices start at $1,000

About Rare Sighting Photography

Devonte Williford

Owner/lead photographer

Greetings! I’m Dr. Devonte Williford, owner and lead photographer of Rare Sighting Photography — a portrait and wedding photography service based in New Orleans, but available worldwide. Thanks so much for spending a little time on my small slice of the internet. Get comfy and take a look around. I look forward to your visit leading to a connection between us soon.

Welcome! Thanks for stopping by! Here at Rare Sighting photography we specialize in crafting timeless, emotion-filled images. Human connection is at the center of everything that we do. With a photojournalistic approach to telling your wedding day love story, we anticipate the moments that mean the most. We'd love the opportunity to document your big day! Have a look around and get in touch soon!

Services

Services

  • Bride-only session
  • Engagement session
  • Extra hours
  • Image editing
  • Online proofing
  • Printing rights
  • Second photographer

Photo formats

  • Digital

Deliverables

  • Digital files
  • Online gallery
  • Printed enlargements
  • Wedding album

Reviews

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  • Sensational; must book!

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    •Chelsey C.•Dec 16

    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!

  • Devonte is the truth!

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    •Nikita•Aug 1, 2023

    I'm so happy I chose Rare Sighting Photography to capture my wedding. Devonte made my husband I feel like superstars and captured the day beautifully. Not only was he punctual and extremely professional, he was so much fun to work with and has a great eye that allows him to orchestrate and capture magical moments. The final photos were high-quality and delivered in a reasonable time-frame. I have zero complaints and highly recommend!

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