Darren was great to work with. When I first spoke with Darren, we talked through the plan I had for the proposal and he talked me through the pros and cons of some aspects of the plan and how they would affect the photos. By the end of the conversation I felt confident that I was hiring the right person. Quick responses, multiple confirmations, and when things didn't go to plan, he handled it with ease. And most importantly, the photos came out great. Absolutely would work with Darren again.
Darren Trentacosta
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- 254 hires
- Based in New Orleans, LA
- 39 years in business
- 1 employee
- Responds in about 5 minutes
- Background checked
About Darren Trentacosta
Darren Trentacosta is a creative director, strategist, producer, and image-maker with more than 40 years of experience leading multidisciplinary projects across New York, Paris, Milan, Prague, London, Monte Carlo, Los Angeles, Chicago, Miami, and New Orleans. Working at the intersection of luxury branding, cultural storytelling, live experiences, entertainment, fashion, corporate communications, and nonprofit initiatives, Darren specializes in developing creative concepts, shaping strategic identity, aligning stakeholders, and guiding projects from vision through execution. His work often involves collaborating with executive teams, founders, agencies, investors, celebrity talent, nonprofit leadership, luxury brands, and high-net-worth clientele — bringing together creative direction, production oversight, visual storytelling, and relationship management within one cohesive framework. Known for combining European-inspired creative sensibility with real-world production expertise, Darren operates as both a visionary and a hands-on creative lead, capable of managing complex collaborations across industries, personalities, and global markets. Originally educated in photography and fashion design at The School of the Art Institute of Chicago and Otis Parsons School of Design in Los Angeles, his career has evolved far beyond traditional image-making into broader creative leadership, brand positioning, experiential development, and strategic consulting. Darren is represented by Florence Spidalieri, NYC. Rates & Policies for local New Orleans market only: 15 Minutes — $150 Up to 5 high-resolution, professionally retouched images. 30 Minutes — $250 Up to 10 high-resolution, professionally retouched images. 45 Minutes — $325 Up to 15 high-resolution, professionally retouched images. 60 Minutes — $375 Up to 25 high-resolution, professionally retouched images. After one hour, additional time is billed at $93 per 15 minutes, including up to 5 additional high-resolution, professionally retouched images. Please note corporate, commercial, advertising, and large-scale assignments are quoted separately and may be coordinated through Darren’s New York photo agent depending on project scope and usage. Additional Notes: • Second line coverage, videography services and additional photographers are not offered. • During summer months, May through September, outdoor coverage is limited to a maximum of one consecutive hour due to extreme New Orleans heat and humidity. Summer attire may consist of a professional polo shirt and tailored shorts, regardless of event formality.
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I went to Darren for engagement photos! He was an incredible help and we loved working with him!!
Working with Darren was an absolute pleasure. He appeared at our new office in Mandeville to take attorney headshots and group shots, and his professionalism and work quality were outstanding. Funny, easy going, and simple process. He made everyone feel seen and comfortable, and the photos are so “fresh” and sharp. Highly recommend.
Had an awesome experience getting my headshots done! He was fantastic to work with, super communicative from start to finish, made the whole process easy, and honestly made it fun. I’m not someone who loves being in front of the camera, but he kept things relaxed and had me laughing the whole time, which definitely shows in the photos. The final shots turned out great and exactly what I was hoping for. I’d highly recommend him to anyone needing professional headshots. Great experience all around!
He did an amazing job!!! I will hire him anytime we are in New Orleans!!!
Amazing experience with Darren! He was so personable and adapted well with all of the personalities in our group making us feel confident and comfortable! I cannot wait to see the photos!
Darren was amazing. He made everything simple and the photos turned out great. Highly recommend.
He was a fantastic person! Made me and my wife feel very comfortable and guided us through the whole process. We felt like we were in a fashion show in Paris.
Darren communicated so well, we thought we kniw what to expect for the photo shoot. Our experience was way beyond anything we anticipated. Every aspect was thoughtful, from the groupings to the candid shots. Topnotch! We are so grateful for Darren capturing our lives and relationships throught the lens of his camera.
This is a great photographer who captured exactly what I asked for he is professional,knowledgeable and demonstrates a passion for his work. He makes you feel comfortable and takes the time to get the right light,the right angle,the right expression. He thrives in creativity.
Darren was wonderful to communicate with all the way through. He made the photo shoot easy and fun. He had excellent ideas which made the experience even better. I highly recommend him; he is a true professional.
Darren was amazing. He took the time to help me get the best shots for my business. He listened to what I needed and pushed me to try new options. I loved that he let me look at the shots and heard me when I said what I liked. I am new at putting myself on screen, but he made the hr painless and really fun. I plan to book again for holiday photos. Inside of course LOL
Darren was truly a fantastic photographer and artist but also a big help in planning my proposal to my now fiancé. I highly recommend us sing his services. He has a lot of insight in what makes your special moment special!
We had a wonderful experience working with Darren Trentacosta! Not only is he incredibly talented behind the camera, but he also offers great value for the quality of his work. Darren was kind, professional, and easy to communicate with from the start. What really stood out was his flexibility — when we needed to reschedule on short notice, he was understanding and accommodating without hesitation. His positive demeanor made the whole experience enjoyable and stress-free. We felt completely comfortable during the shoot, and it showed in the final photos. Highly recommend Darren to anyone looking for a skilled and thoughtful photographer.
I am SO happy we found Darren. He photographed our wedding ceremony and it was a perfect experience. He was so friendly and made us feel comfortable, even though we are a little camera shy. We really enjoyed working with Darren and he made our wedding day fun and relaxed. Not to mention, the pictures came out so good! He asked what our vision was and took the time to get to know us. They came out exactly how we wanted and will allow us to share our special moment with our loved ones. I would not hesitate to work with him again in the future.
Darren was great to work with! He helped come up with a method to offer headshots to individuals who attended our conference. Everyone’s photos looked great and everyone raved about them and Darren’s upbeat personality. I would recommend Darren for any of your photography needs.
It was a pleasure working with Darren, and we’re so happy with the final photos! Darren was professional in all aspects, from our initial call and providing suggestions for the engagement location, to meeting early to take test photos to make sure the flash worked on our skin complexion, and giving tips to enjoy New Orleans during the rest of our stay. We got photos via a Dropbox link and are so happy with the quality and diversity of photos, from the couple to the family and friends. If we ever have a special event in NOLA again, we’ll be delighted to have Darren capture the special moments for our family. Thank you for what you do, Darren!
It was a joy to get to work with Darren! He is so knowledgable about photography! He made excellent recommendations regarding locations, poses, lighting and used top-notch equipment for the shoot! Also, Darren was such a gem with the way that he handled my little dog, Riley! It was greatly appreciated. A very fun experience! Thanks, Darren!! I highly recommend Darren for your photo shoot!
Darren was friendly and very responsive. He showed up early to be prepared. It was great to have him document our event.
Darren was so awesome to work with! Very professional, catering, and responsive. He gave great direction and my group so so happy how everything turned out!
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