Capture your
authentic spirit

Professional editorial portraits and boudoir for individuals and couples.

✓ Fun, memorable experience

✓ Feel authentically you

✓ Get photos you’ll love

A fun, memorable photo experience that celebrates the real you.

Portraits that reflect your unique personality and celebrate you exactly as you are.

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Laura M.

“Thank you. These are gorgeous! You are truly amazing Lauren.”

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Kim J.

“I count myself lucky to have had the opportunity to work with Lauren. I tend to dislike photographs of myself... but the end results of our shoot were absolutely breathtaking.”

Celebrate your beautiful story

Authentic portraits that highlight the best version of you

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Boudoir

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I get it — Professional photos are easy to postpone.

Many people put off getting professional portraits because of busy schedules and feeling uncomfortable in front of the camera. That’s why I’ve made my process easy and fun, removing the stress so you can get beautiful photos that showcase the real you. With over 13 years of experience, I create a safe and uplifting space where everyone feels welcome to let loose and be their true selves. My fully guided process puts clients completely at ease so they can have fun and enjoy this memorable experience as I capture one-of-a-kind images they’ll absolutely love.

Stunning portraits in three steps

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1. Talk to Lauren

Connect to discuss your family, event, or milestone. I’ll answer your questions to ensure that we’re a great fit for each other.

2. Plan the perfect portrait session

From location, styling and anything else important to you, I cover every detail so that you feel completely at ease on shoot day. Simply show up and be yourself — I’ll guide you through every step of the process.

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3. Get amazing photos you’ll love

Relax and enjoy the experience as I capture your unique personalities in beautifully authentic photos that you can’t wait to share.

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A safe space to be your true self.

A personalized, stress-free process from start to finish: 

  • Feel comfortable and at ease in front of the camera

  • Capture your unique personalities

  • A fun, memorable experience

  • Beautiful photos you’ll love sharing

Schedule a session today.