Helping You Remember How It Felt
Hi, I'm Lara
I believe the most meaningful photographs begin with genuine connection. My approach goes beyond creating beautiful images. It is about creating an experience where you feel free to be yourself, allowing real and raw moments and emotions to unfold naturally.
As both a photographer and mental health therapist, I understand that being in front of a camera can feel vulnerable. That is why I prioritize creating a welcoming, inclusive environment where you can feel seen, supported, and free to be yourself. Rather than focusing on perfect poses, I focus on the moments in-between, the laughter, the quiet glances, the happy tears, and the genuine connections that make your story uniquely yours.
Whether I am documenting a wedding day, a growing family, or a season worth remembering, my goal is to preserve not only how it looked, but how it felt. Years from now, I want your photographs to bring you back to the people, emotions, and memories that matter most.
Ensuring That You Feel Seen, Comfortable, and Connected
My Core Beliefs
Connection Comes First
The most meaningful photographs begin with genuine connection. When people feel comfortable, supported, and free to be themselves, authentic moments naturally unfold.
Messy Authenticity Over Staged Perfection
I believe the moments you'll cherish most are rarely the perfectly posed ones. The laughter, happy tears, quiet glances, and in-between moments often become the memories that matter most.
Every Story Deserves to Be Celebrated
I am committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming experience where people of all backgrounds feel seen, valued, and celebrated. Your story deserves to be documented exactly as you are.
Messy Authenticity Over Staged Perfection
I believe the moments you'll cherish most are rarely the perfectly posed ones. The laughter, happy tears, quiet glances, and in-between moments often become the memories that matter most.
Every Story Deserves to Be Celebrated
I am committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming experience where people of all backgrounds feel seen, valued, and celebrated. Your story deserves to be documented exactly as you are.
Connection Comes First
The most meaningful photographs begin with genuine connection. When people feel comfortable, supported, and free to be themselves, authentic moments naturally unfold.
Every Story Deserves to Be Celebrated
I am committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming experience where people of all backgrounds feel seen, valued, and celebrated. Your story deserves to be documented exactly as you are.
Messy Authenticity Over Staged Perfection
I believe the moments you'll cherish most are rarely the perfectly posed ones. The laughter, happy tears, quiet glances, and in-between moments often become the memories that matter most.
Connection Comes First
The most meaningful photographs begin with genuine connection. When people feel comfortable, supported, and free to be themselves, authentic moments naturally unfold.
Featured in Unscripted, licensed mental health therapist, and passionate about creating meaningful imagery rooted in connection.
More About Me
I'm a mother to three cats who I absolutely adore.
I’m happiest when I’m traveling & exploring.
An unsweetened iced tea is typically within arm’s reach.
My camera roll is 90% client photos, cat photos, and Random screenshots.
I could live off of strawberry shortcake & I have it every year for my birthday.
My favorite artists are Rainbow Kitten Surprise, Mt Joy, and Noah Kahan.
