Leah Richard Photography

Leah Richard Photography Louisiana based photographer. Here to capture life’s authentic moments; the moments in between.

I keep coming back to the same thought while creating these sessions…One day, this season will feel so far away.The litt...
03/19/2026

I keep coming back to the same thought while creating these sessions…

One day, this season will feel so far away.

The little voices calling for you from the other room.The way they want to sit right next to you, even when there’s plenty of space.The way your home feels full in this stage of life.

It won’t always look like this.

And that’s why these photos matter.

This Mother’s Day, I’m offering a small number of in-home motherhood sessions focused on the honest, everyday moments that make up this season.

The ones you’ll one day wish you could step back into.

If this feels like something you want to remember, send me a message with the word “HOME” and I’ll send over all the details 🤍

One of my favorite parts of these in-home sessions is seeing what makes each family feel most like themselves.For this f...
03/15/2026

One of my favorite parts of these in-home sessions is seeing what makes each family feel most like themselves.

For this family, that meant pulling out the paints and gathering around the table for a board game.

Nothing elaborate.
Just an afternoon doing the kinds of things they already love doing together.

And that’s what made it so special to document.

Because the moments that end up meaning the most usually look a lot like this , paint on little hands, laughter around the table, and time spent together in the place that feels like home.

Every family has their own rhythm, and I’ve loved getting to capture a glimpse of that inside their home.

Something I’ve realized while taking these photos in my own home is how easy it is to feel like everything has to be per...
03/12/2026

Something I’ve realized while taking these photos in my own home is how easy it is to feel like everything has to be perfect first.

I know I do it all the time. I tell myself the house needs to be spotless. The space needs to look just right.

But the truth is, that’s not what makes these photos meaningful.

All we really need is a little window light. A couch. A bed. A quiet corner of the kitchen.

The magic isn’t in the house.

It’s the way they tuck themselves into your side during story time.
The way their sleepy heads find your shoulder at the end of the day.
The way laughter echoes through the rooms you share.

That’s the part worth remembering.

I’ll be opening a small number of Mother’s Day in-home sessions soon, and I truly can’t wait to document this season for a few more mamas.

When you think back on this season of motherhood, I don’t think the big moments will be the ones that come to mind first...
03/05/2026

When you think back on this season of motherhood, I don’t think the big moments will be the ones that come to mind first.

It will be these.

The quiet mornings.The messy kitchens.The couch cuddles that turn into full family piles.

These are the memories that shape a childhood.

And so often, moms are the ones behind the camera… making sure everyone else is remembered.

This Mother’s Day, I want to give you the chance to be inside these moments too.

Cozy, in-home motherhood sessions that focus on the honest, everyday magic of this season.

Because your babies will want to remember you here, exactly like this.

The most important photos I have with my babies weren’t taken at golden hour.They weren’t perfectly styled.They weren’t ...
03/03/2026

The most important photos I have with my babies weren’t taken at golden hour.

They weren’t perfectly styled.
They weren’t in a field somewhere dreamy and quiet.

They were here.
On our couch.
In our kitchen.
In the middle of the ordinary.

The way they climb into my lap without asking.
The way their hands reach for my face.
The way our home holds the sound of their laughter.

This is the motherhood I don’t ever want to forget.

And I know I’m not the only one who wants to remember it this way.

So this Mother’s Day, I’m opening a small number of cozy, in-home sessions.
Unposed.
Honest.
Centered on connection over perfection.

You don’t need a spotless house.
You don’t need matching outfits.
You just need to show up and love your babies the way you already do.

More details coming soon! ❤️

A few of my favorite things from 2025. Thank you to everyone who trusted me with their memories, it is an honor I do not...
01/01/2026

A few of my favorite things from 2025. Thank you to everyone who trusted me with their memories, it is an honor I do not take lightly. Looking forward to more memories and more magic in 2026. ❤️

I still have a few spots left for Christmas minis. Just in time to get those Christmas cards ordered! DM me to get your ...
11/08/2025

I still have a few spots left for Christmas minis. Just in time to get those Christmas cards ordered! DM me to get your slot!

🎄 Something festive is coming…

If you’ve been meaning to update your family photos or grab the perfect shot for your holiday cards, this is your sign!

15 minute session
10 edited images
Option to purchase your full gallery
$125 (Limited Spots Available)

📍Moncus Park
📆 November 23rd
4:00 pm
4:15 pm
4:30 pm
4:45 pm
5:00 pm
5:15 pm

DM me to secure your spot!

A new logo, a new chapter, but the same heart behind it all.This next step in my growth represents the beauty of the mom...
11/03/2025

A new logo, a new chapter, but the same heart behind it all.

This next step in my growth represents the beauty of the moments in between. The quiet laughs, the fleeting glances, and the real, honest pieces of life that tell our stories best.

I’m endlessly grateful for every family, couple, and friend who has trusted me to capture their moments along the way. Your support has shaped this journey and continues to inspire me to keep growing, learning, and creating.

Here’s to what’s ahead , to fresh inspiration, deeper connections, and even more beautiful stories waiting to be told.

🎄 Something festive is coming… If you’ve been meaning to update your family photos or grab the perfect shot for your hol...
10/25/2025

🎄 Something festive is coming…

If you’ve been meaning to update your family photos or grab the perfect shot for your holiday cards, this is your sign!

15 minute session
10 edited images
Option to purchase your full gallery
$125 (Limited Spots Available)

📍Moncus Park
📆 November 23rd
4:00 pm
4:15 pm
4:30 pm
4:45 pm
5:00 pm
5:15 pm

DM me to secure your spot!

The gray skies didn’t stand a chance against the warmth and love this beautiful family brought today. It was such a joy ...
05/03/2025

The gray skies didn’t stand a chance against the warmth and love this beautiful family brought today. It was such a joy to capture these sweet, genuine moments that remind us love always shines brightest — no matter the weather. Proof that love is the best kind of sunshine. ☀️

Literally impossible to choose favorites from this shoot. Just dreamy lighting and authentic moments for these spring pi...
04/18/2025

Literally impossible to choose favorites from this shoot. Just dreamy lighting and authentic moments for these spring pictures. I have some availability for spring and summer family shoots, let’s capture some magic together!

04/05/2025

A moment becomes a memory…
and a photograph holds it forever.

This is the year you’ve been dreaming of—
full of hope, endings, beginnings,
and a thousand in-between moments that deserve to be remembered.

Let’s capture the light in your eyes,
the celebration of who you are,
and the story only you can tell.

Now booking Spring & Summer senior sessions.
Spots are limited — let’s make something beautiful together.

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