chicago wedding photography
for couples who crave
effortless and honest imagery
packages designed to
embrace the beauty (and all the in-between)
cover the logistics, and allow you to show up fully
with real laughter, real connection,
and truly stunning photos.
Hey, I'm Lauryn and if this industry had a Real Housewivesc franchise, my tagline would be:
"I bring the energy, calm the storms, and somehow still catch the shot"
"For a couple that isn’t good at posing and taking pictures, we felt completely at ease. We were dreading couple shots initially (because we are awkward) and that ended up being one of our favorite parts! Lauryn made us feel so comfortable and relaxed. We felt like we were hanging out with two friends that happened to have a camera!"
Alexis + Ryan
i'm so glad you're here
i'm lauryn
I love this job because I believe photos are proof of our lives and the love within them. Without photography, those moments live only in our memories. With my camera, I get to turn them into a legacy you can share for generations.
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It's important for you to understand one thing about my upbringing: I was raised by a dad who would research every single option of a product for months prior to purchase. It got to the point where if we wanted to buy him something for Christmas, we had to give him a printed voucher of "bike" so he could then go do his research and report back to us on which one to buy. So when I tell you that I'm all about educating yourself prior to making a buying decision, I mean it.
Thanks for the lesson, Dad.
P.S: he still hasn't decided on a bike.
we will click if:
You want someone who just gets it; a steady pro who makes the whole experience feel fun, easy, and unforgettable
You’re dreaming of photos that look like your memories… only prettier.
You want a photographer who takes the stress off your plate so you can actually breathe, be present, and enjoy the day
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"When we first met [Lauryn], I felt like we had know each other for years. She is so personable and the day of our wedding she was organized, timely and helped make our day perfect! We could not recommend her enough!"
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Morgan + Harrison
knowing what you need
the amount of options for photographers are endless, let alone the never ending list of what they offer. so how do you decide
1. who you want to work with and 2. what package is best for you?
coverage
experience
tangibles
i'm different. here's how.
coverage
A hill I will die on: you cannot know how many hours of coverage you need until you build a skeleton timeline of your day with someone who knows realistic time frames. This is why on every single free consultation call, I provide the bones for your full wedding day timeline. Yes, before you even book me, you will have your first draft of a timeline. And no, it isn't just a template I give to everyone. This allows you to choose a package that will best fit your wants and needs out of photography without going in blindly.
An purchase rooted in education? Love.
experience
I've been photographing weddings full time since 2014 which means I have more than 250 weddings under my belt. I've seen it all. The tik-tok worthy story times, the unexpected snafus and the not-so-happy tears. My metaphorical belt is filled with experience that one can only have by doing this job for many years. What this means for you; not only am I prepared for whatever comes our way, but I know how to handle it with a calm demeanor and problem solve on the fly so that you don't have to fret.
tangibles
so what are you actually getting? Photos, yes, but what exactly does that mean and Lauryn; every photographer gives you photos. Sure. But here's what you get with me that you won't get with them: a lightning fast turnaround time, large sneak peeks within days of your big day (by large I mean around 125 images) and no limits on any of those digital images. Want to download them in 6 months? They are still online with no archival fee. Want to grant Aunt Sue the same download abilities you get so that you don't have to AirDrop her 927 images? Access granted. I don't believe in limiting your access to your images
(or making you wait a long time either).
These images aren’t just for today.
They’re for the future hands and hearts that will hold them long after the memories are made.
meet your standout experience
here's whats included in every package
experience packed insight
Resource Bundle of Lauryn's expertise
A custom bundle of information that is the culmination of years of working in Chicago that includes vendor recommendations, clothing tips for engagement sessions, a getting to know you guide, tips/advice and so much more!
​​Location Finder Gallery
An image gallery of locations in and around Chicago for you to scour for backdrop ideas for your engagement session and portraits on wedding day. Includes permit information and closures.
​​Custom Timeline Development
Timeline template? No. We will build a timeline that is 100% built for your day that highlights your priorities, desires and needs for your day and your day only. Focusing on traffic patterns, local events and realistic expectations. This also includes hotel insight for getting ready in the morning.
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Pivot Specialist
Rain coming? I know where to go. Location suddenly closed? That's fine.
Wedding days can come with some unexpected turns. I thrive in stressful situations and embrace them with ease and intention.
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imagery crafted through intentionality
Limited Accepted Weddings per Year
I only take a limited amount of weddings each year so that I can give my full attention to my couples. This allows me to really get to know you on a deeper level and in turn capture you in a way that allows for comfort between you two and the camera. ​
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Curated Flat Lay Images
I bring a styling kit with me to each day that is packed with goodies including styling ribbon, ring boxes, glue dots, risers, backdrops, etc. No styling materials are needed from you except for florals (provided by your florist)! This ensures that each couple can expect high quality flat lays they see in my portfolio.
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Stylistic Consistency
What you see online is what you will get; the creamy backgrounds, the brighter exposure, the rich colors. My editing process is a carefully crafted workflow that took years to perfect and is consistent across all galleries.
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Candid + Curated Posing Direction
Often, people think they want candid photography. What they don't realize is that to be truly candid, there is no direction with angles or posing. I find the happy medium where just enough guidance is provided for you to feel in the know but not so much that it feels artificially produced.
your advocate, your storyteller
Comfort takes priority
Stepping in front of a camera is not comfortable by nature (unless you're Kendall Jenner, maybe) and I am fully aware of this fact. My utmost priority is making you comfortable in front of my camera so that your comfort can translate to natural and "unstuffy" photos. Comfort=photos you love. ​
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Direct + Friendly Direction
Whether it be with your vendors and/or your family, I'm not worried about speaking up on your behalf. Wrangling families is my specialty and making sure all of your vendors are on the same page with photography is MY job.
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Lightning Fast Communication
My pet peeve: waiting for a response from a business. That pet peeve of mine is your favorite quality of mine because it means that I never leave my couples hanging. Got a question? Shoot me a text, email or call and I'm available.
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Your Images Forever
You will not see deadlines for downloads. Your images are stored on my storage cloud for you to access for as long as I am in business. You have unlimited access to view, download and share at any time. Your downloads are secured with a pin that is yours to share with whomever you wish. They, in turn, have the same unlimited access as you.
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pricing
so how much does it cost?
goodies always included:
+ 7 Hours of Coverage Minimum
+ Stand-Out Client Experience
-experience packed insight
-imagery crafted through intentionality
-your advocate, your story-teller​
+ 2 Photographers
+ 3 Week Turnaround
+ Extended Sneak Peek
+ Unlimited Digital Downloads
+ Client Print Release
+ Lauryn's Bundle of Expertise
+ Timeline Development
$8200
Jenn + Robbie
"Her energy is everything you could want in a photographer: upbeat, calming, fun, and light-hearted. She made us feel so comfortable in front of the camera, and somehow made the entire process feel effortless and genuinely fun. On a day that can be full of nerves and chaos, Lauryn was a grounding and joyful presence. And the photos?
Out. Of. This. World."
Natalie + Travis
"Lauryn was not only there to take amazing photos, but was so organized and worked so well with my vendor team that I felt completely at ease on the day. She really made my day so much more special."
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Hannah + Riley
"Lauryn was by far our best choice when it came to wedding vendors. From our engagement shoot to our wedding day and everything in between, Lauryn was so easy to work with and really made our vision come to life. We feel so fortunate to have had her as our wedding photographer."
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as easy as
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Fill out my inquiry form below so I can see if I have your date open. If I do, we're cookin'
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A free consult call is the beginning. Tell me your hopes, your wants and needs and I'll build you a custom timeline so you can see what is best for your day.
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When you decide I'm your girl, we make this thing official and kick-off this relationship!
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Cue the confetti!
say hey
low risk; high reward
pro: check it off the to-do list
con: error404
help.
bc there are no dumb questions.
I never want you to feel silly about asking any questions. I get it; this world is new and it can be very overwhelming. Having photographed over 250 weddings though, the overwhelm doesn't live here. I got you. If you're not wanting to ask, check out these helpful blog posts I wrote for you to cure your curiosity privately.
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