Hi, I’m Gali (GAH-LEE).
I’m a New Orleans–based photographer and painter, usually with a matcha in hand and an outfit I’m excited about. I love exploring new places, spending time with my rescue dogs, Abby and Nala, and finding little ways to make everyday life feel more like me. I’m always up for an adventure—whether that’s booking a trip somewhere new or trying something that once scared me.
I believe in living intentionally and going after the things you want, even when you haven’t figured out every step. That belief has shaped the life I’m building and the work I create through GaliDuArt.
My branding photography starts with getting to know you: what you’re building, why it matters, and what you want people to understand about your business. From there, I bring strategy, storytelling, and creative direction together to create images that feel like you and support where you’re headed. Through event photography, I capture the people, connections, and energy that make an experience worth remembering.
Painting gives me another way to tell stories. Inspired by my travels, my colorful abstract landscapes hold pieces of the places I’ve explored and the feelings I’ve brought home. I want them to bring color into your space and remind you of the possibilities beyond your everyday routine. Take the trip. Try the thing. Make room for the life you want.
At the heart of all of this is a desire to help people, especially women, feel empowered to go after their dreams. Sometimes that looks like creating photographs for a business they’re ready to grow. Sometimes it’s a painting that reminds them of somewhere they’ve been or somewhere they hope to go.
I’m building a creative life I love, and I hope my work encourages you to do the same.
Based in New Orleans, LA — Available Everywhere.
Follow my adventures!
My Journey Thus Far : My First Four Years in Business
Why Empowerment Sessions Matter
My Journey Cross Country