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J. La Plante Photo

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WHO WE ARE.
JESSE + MOIRA LA PLANTE

We do things a bit differently. We’re not big on taking standard, posey photos. We specialize in nontraditional wedding photography and everything you see on our website is real. Real weddings. Real couples. Real emotion. Our goal isn’t to simply take pretty pictures, but to create works of art that are unique to you and worthy of hanging above your mantlepiece. We limit our calendar to 20 weddings per year so we can pour every ounce of our blood, sweat and tears into each wedding.

About Jesse:

I’ve been shooting weddings for 15 years. Before that, I was a professional photojournalist.

If pressed, I could probably eat around 47 tacos.

Skiing is my favorite pastime. We have two seasons here at J. La Plante Photo: wedding season and ski season.

One of my greatest joys in life is cracking a beer after a long wedding day.

I love to travel. I’ve been to all 50 United States and 18 foreign countries. So far…

Moira and I have been together for 15 years and not a day goes by that I don’t wonder just what in the hell she sees in me.

About Moira:

Events are in my blood. I grew up in a family-owned catering business and planned events at Georgetown University before I ever picked up a camera.

If I see a dog, I consider it to be a good day.

I spent the first part of the pandemic befriending the squirrels in our backyard. I’ve given them names.

My idea of a perfect evening is a warm blanket, a good book and a glass of whiskey.

I’m a meticulous notetaker. I have dozens of notebooks with funny sayings on the covers. A current favorite is “F*cking Brilliant Ideas.”

Jesse and I met on spring break in the Bahamas. He offered to buy me a drink. It was an all-inclusive resort.

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What is the starting price for your wedding photography services?

$5,800

Which of the following are included in the starting price?

2nd Shooter
Add'l Hours
High-Res Images
Multi. Locations
One Event / Day
Slideshow
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Digital Files

What is the price of your most popular wedding package?

$6,800

Which of the following are included in the price of your most popular wedding package?

2nd Shooter
Add'l Hours
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
Multi. Locations
One Event / Day
Slideshow
Albums
Digital Files

What primary photographic style do you identify with?

Contemporary
Photojournalism

What photography services do you offer?

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Wedding Portraits

What photography items do you offer?

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    Laura Married on 04/27/2023
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    The only choice if you want an experience that is uniquely you

    Jesse and Moira are hands down the best in the game, and the only choice if you want unique, creative and timeless photos that capture *your* personality and *your* day. The photos are truly works of art, and their professionalism is unmatched. They are also wonderful people- both genuine and funny. We started off planning a large wedding and ended up eloping and they were with us every step of the way (literally- we hiked to our elopement). We’re thankful for not only the photos they captured for us, but the experience they created for us. Hands down the best.
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    Jaclyn M. Married on 02/26/2023
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    Creative and Passionate!

    Jesse and Moira do a fabulous job of explaining everything in the consultation. We were thrilled with our pictures from our wedding day. Our guests have loved the pictures as well. They're incredible photos out in nature (national parks, outdoors). They do a great job capturing movement, light, special moments, and directing for unique and stunning poses.
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    Sheridan Married on 11/12/2022
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    Absolute PERFECTION to work with

    I cannot express how highly I recommend J.La Plante Photo! There is NO one I would trust more then this dynamite husband and wife team team!
    The way Jesse and Moira were able to perfectly and beautifully capture our wedding day, is something I will cherish forever!
    Obviously their work is beyond incredible. There are not enough words in the dictionary to describe how much I love the photos they took.
    Now let’s talk about how Jesse and Moira truly helped make the wedding day such a dream. They were incredible at keeping us all on track and getting every single photo I requested. They also went out of their way to check in on us (bride and groom) throughout the day. I truly felt like Moira was like my wedding day mom with a camera!
    If I could relive my wedding day again, I would just so I could hire them again !!!
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    Ashley L. Married on 10/19/2022
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    Picture Perfect.

    Absolutely the best team we could have for our wedding. From their personalities to their amazing photos, my wedding day was smooth, seemless and ended with pictures under the stars. Words cannot express how glad I am that we got the best wedding photographers.
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    Narcissa M. Married on 08/27/2022
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    100% Recommend J La Plante!!!

    Wow! Where to begin? J La Plante (Jesse and Moira) are absolutely fantastic, as photographers and individuals! From the moment we saw their work, we knew we wanted to partner with them to capture our unique, non-traditional fantasy-inspired wedding. From the first consult to the day-of, they were truly spectacular. One of our hopes was to have photos that captured the magic and drama as though we were in a high-scale fantasy television show. AND THEY DELIVERED. The reasons to work with Jesse and Moira are endless - professional, speedy, organized, enthusiastic, collaborative, good-humored, and extremely talented. They captured the emotions and festivities of the day beautifully. Jesse and Moira kept us moving on schedule, wrangled the troops, provided essential impromptu pep talks, and achieved the most stunning wedding photos we (and many of our guests) have ever seen. We will be forever grateful to Jesse and Moira. 100% recommend working with J La Plante!
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    Shelley A. Married on 08/20/2022
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    Exceptional Professionals

    There just aren’t enough words to possibly describe how phenomenal it was to work with Moira & Jesse La Plante.
    Besides being absolute masters of their craft, they are also wonderful individuals. They had us smiling & laughing throughout our special day. They have a magical way of finding the perfect angle, lighting, and background. They captured the most special moments of our wedding, both candidly & in portraits. We were blown away by the vibrancy & quality of our gallery, not to mention the attention to detail when it came to our wedding album consultation. They left no page unturned and made sure it was something we will cherish for a lifetime. I simply cannot recommend them enough to anyone who wants true professionals that go out of their way to create a customized photography experience.
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    Emily W. Married on 05/21/2022
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    Phenomenal talent. Chill vibes. The best.

    Choosing Jesse and Moira as our photographers was probably one of the best decisions we made for our wedding. They are somehow both phenomenally talented and very chill: the perfect combo. I won’t linger on their artistic talent — their work speaks for itself — but I will say that they were 100% ALL IN for our wedding.

    We were married up in the mountains in late May, and although we always knew the weather might be tricky, we weren’t quite expecting the foot of snow that ended up falling the day before. In the days leading up to the wedding, Moira and Jesse bought snow chains for their car, headed up to the mountains a day early to make sure they were close to our venue, and promised us they would WALK to our wedding if they had to (!!). And of course, our photos are literally The. Best. They captured our day more fully and authentically than I could have imagined. There’s not much more to say than that!

    (Okay, one last note: We also did an engagement session/“alt session” with them the year before our wedding, where we went on a ridge hike up near 13,000 feet and generally had a fabulous time — and then also received the coolest, most genuine hiking photos that we’ll ever have. So I definitely recommend that as well — they have some pretty fantastic adventure ideas.)
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    Madelyne R. Married on 12/31/2021
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    Nailed the "Snow Globe" Look at our Winter Wedding!

    My husband and I couldn’t be happier with our wedding photos! We hired Moira and Jesse with J. La Plante Photography to shoot our NYE wedding in Estes Park, Colorado. Our hope was to take advantage of the time of year and location to capture the fairytale “snow globe” look. During our consultation, M&J were upfront and honest with us about making our vision a reality and gave us an outline of how the day would look if we wanted pictures in Rocky Mountain National Park. We were able to capture both indoor and outdoor pictures that day, which turned out unreal! M&J were great to work with and listened to every detail we mentioned to them in the weeks/days leading up to our wedding. They are a phenomenal husband/wife team with endless capabilities! They’re also fun to hang with, too! You’d definitely WANT them around on your wedding day! Thank you, Moira and Jesse!
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    Lindsey D. Married on 11/27/2021
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    Best photographers. Period.

    Choosing Jesse and Moira as our photographers was the best choice that we could've made. We knew that photos were going to be one of the most important things to take away from the wedding and we spent weeks looking at photographers only to be hit with the same issues. Most photographers either lacked quality, or were highly expensive with huge restrictions on photos or both. Not only did Jesse and Moira exceed our expectations, they helped ease a lot of stress and made the entire experience fun. The photos for our wedding came out better than we could have imagined and really showcased our unique and weird styles.
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    Allison S. Married on 09/18/2021
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    You've found your photographers!!!

    I cannot & I mean cannot express how much we absolutely loved working with Moira and Jesse! They are so talented & make such an amazing team. We first met them at my sisters wedding in DC & I knew from there I had to have them for my wedding in Montana. Their planning, attention to detial & down to earth attitude isnt something that is easy to find. They definitely deserve an award for putting up with our wild & crazy group. We will never be able to thank them enough. I truly hope our paths cross again someday. Hey, maybe someday you guys can join us for some "slap the cooler" drinks! Haha. Thanks again for everything Moira & Jesse!!
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    Maggie S. Married on 08/29/2021
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    ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️

    Stop looking for a wedding photographer. Just stop. I can tell you that you won’t regret hiring Moira and Jesse with J. La Plante. Not only are they talented photographers, they are wonderful people. Moira made me feel so at ease while she was photographing us in the bridal cabin and my husband said how much he enjoyed spending time with Jesse while getting ready with the boys. Throughout the night they were nothing but helpful and courteous. Upon receiving our final album we were blown away by the quality and shots taken. They were easy to correspond with and often checked in on us after hearing we postponed just to check on our mental health and well-being. Like I said they are just wonderful people who you will enjoy having at your special day! Two thumbs up and five stars all around.
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    Nerisse F. Married on 09/06/2020
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    Unique Photography, Captures the essence of “life”

    We were looking for distinctive photography—J. La Plante captured moments of bliss, laughter, movement, and natural beauty. This is more than simple posed photos—their photography exudes excitement, uniqueness, and emotion.

    Moira and Jesse maximized venue scenery with creative perspectives and color brilliance from day and the night. We used glowsticks and bubbles for our Grand Exit and the photos provided the color, the movement, and the energy we all felt the entire day into the night. It makes a big difference to have 2 photographers from different angles.

    Moira made it easy to carry on detailed and sincere discussions regarding our interests and questions prior to our event (and even post-wedding); she answered all questions and offered opportunities to provide specific photos to be taken at the wedding. They were able to get the digital photos to us within about a month or so after our wedding and we are extremely happy with the quality and communication.

    Additionally, in the process of ordering the prints, Moira immediately communicated and solved an issue on the website and provided an additional day to order our prints—total customer satisfaction. We were extremely pleased with her follow-through in resolving the ordering issue plus her constant availability via verbal and written communication.
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    Melissa D. Married on 08/02/2020
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    Do you want awesome photos? Then book J. La Plante

    The photos speak for themselves. If you've found J. La Plante, then you're done. Stop looking for photographers. You already found them. These are the greatest photos we've ever seen. First of all, Moira and Jesse are a delight, and have been so fun to work with. We booked them before we even had a venue or a wedding date because we wanted to work with them so badly. We booked an alt session first, and had a great time. They had a crazy idea involving trampolines and holi powder, and we were like cool cool let's do this. Um, it was the best. Go to their blog and find them.

    Before the wedding date, we met to talk about the types of photos we wanted (I should mention that we met at a cat cafe, which was the best). We received a timeline so we knew when we had to be ready. They were also so helpful on our wedding day. They told us where to go and when, so it was stress-free. They were champions at fielding requests from guests and made sure that we had the kind of photos we wanted. If you've got weird relatives making ludicrous requests, they can handle them like pros. They're 100% on your team.

    I literally want to print every picture that we received in our gallery. Everyone keeps talking about how awesome the photos are and that they've never seen anything like them. Reader, you also have not seen photos like these before. Book J. La Plante before someone else gets them before you.
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    Frances M. Married on 07/10/2020
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    Best in class

    Where do I even begin to sing the praises of these two incredible, genuinely fabulous and insanely talented artists??? I guess starting with the fact that I have been a professional wedding photographer for the last 16 years might add some weight to what I'm about to say, as I understand both photography and wedding days in a way that 99% of their clients do not. I really do KNOW how hard it is to photograph a wedding. I know how stressful it can be. I know how impossible it is to please everyone. So, add to all of that that the pressure of photographing for another professional wedding photographer in a room literally chalk full of wedding professionals turned guests, and you have a situation on your hands that is not for the faint of heart!

    I met Moira at a wedding professional networking event and was immediately drawn to her. I could tell right away that she was intelligent and genuinely interested in making a real connection with me. When I met Jesse a short time later, it was the same thing. We clicked immediately as well. When I found out they were leading an upcoming photography workshop, I decided to go as a way to reignite some creativity in my own work. Over the course of the class, I sat there listening to them talk about their philosophies on life and work, it hit me like a ton of bricks. These were the two I wanted to photograph MY wedding. It was a decision I has been struggling with for months. I mean, seriously. How the hell does a wedding photographer with the perfectionist tendencies that I am constantly recovering from, such as myself, choose a photographer out of the MANY photographers I know and love anyway???

    Of course, they had to say yes to me/us first. Which thankfully they did! We even picked our date around their availability! (Really, it’s true.) And from the get go as their clients, they made us feel so special and important. They had the most amazing ideas for our engagement/alt session and ultimately we landed on going all the way to Utah to the Salt Flats. It was such an unexpected adventure and incredible bonding opportunity for us all. And the photos they took of us are truly EPIC. I mean, really. They went above and beyond anything I would have expected...

    The wedding day itself was a gorgeous whirlwind and I cant imagine two more lovely or calming forces than we had in both Jesse and Moira. They were everywhere and nowhere all at once. They captured the intense emotion from start to finish in a way that is truly beyond belief. They captured the SPIRIT of our wedding day with grace and a flow that is seriously next level. These are not just photos. They are works of art. The story they tell will be one that my husband and I, and our families, and generations to come will be able to relive with such texture and depth, it brings me to tears. Again.

    Jesse and Moira, from the bottom of our hearts and from the depths of our souls, THANK YOU. Thank you for working so hard for us. Thank you for being who you are as humans and as artists and as professionals. Thank you for pouring yourselves 1000% into our day and giving us back this incredible moment in time in a way that we will be able to hold onto forever. We are infinitely grateful to you both and you are officially stuck with us as your friends, literally, forever. We LOVE YOU GUYS!
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    #1 Wedding Photographers Hands Down

    If I could give them 10 stars I would! Jesse and Moira are amazing professional photographers who will magically capture your day. Look no further you should absolutely hire them! We are so lucky they agreed to take us as clients! When choosing photographers I wanted artists, I didn’t want regular photos I could snap on my iPhone and this is exactly what their photos are, absolutely beautiful art! With Jesse and Moira you will get stunning photos you can frame in your home for everyone to see! Everyone who has seen my photos have responded with regret of not having photographers of their caliber at their wedding. The wedding day lasts only a day, but photos last a lifetime. Photography is such an important investment on your wedding day and choosing Jesse and Moira was our very best investment!

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2023 Winner
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Professional Network & Endorsements

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Little Details LLC Little Details LLC Wedding Planners

Jesse and Moira are the absolute best! I love working with them as they are on top of their craft! They bring talent, creativity and exceptional customer service to every wedding!

J Creighton Studios J Creighton Studios Wedding Videographers

As a professional videographer, I've worked with the majority of photographers in Denver, not just for weddings but for concerts and corporate events as well. Of all the photographers I've ever worked with, I can honestly say that Jesse and Moira's creative talents are leaps and bounds above everyone else. Their work is exceptional, they're down to earth, energetic and just so much fun to work with. If my wife and I were getting married again, without a doubt we would hire J. La Plante to shoot our wedding.

Shupe Homestead Shupe Homestead Barn & Farm Weddings

Fabulous Photography taken at Shupe Homestead

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Denver, 80206
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Aspen, 81611
Boulder, CO, 80206

J. La Plante Photo frequently asked questions

J. La Plante Photo includes the following photography services in the starting price:
  • 2nd Shooter
  • Add'l Hours
  • High-Res Images
  • Multi. Locations
  • One Event / Day
  • Slideshow
  • Albums
  • Digital Files
J. La Plante Photo includes the following photography services in their most popular wedding package:
  • 2nd Shooter
  • Add'l Hours
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • Multi. Locations
  • One Event / Day
  • Slideshow
  • Albums
  • Digital Files
J. La Plante Photo offers the following photography styles:
  • Contemporary
  • Photojournalism
J. La Plante Photo offers the following photography services for weddings:
  • Additional Hours
  • Destination / Travel
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • One Event / Day
  • Second Shooter
  • Wedding Portraits
J. La Plante Photo offers the following photography materials for weddings:
  • Albums
  • Digital Files
  • Prints
J. La Plante Photo is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.

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