I fell in love with weddings while planning my own wedding in 2012. My husband and I got married at my childhood church and the reception was at The Madison Hotel. You may have noticed that I still love photographing weddings there!
Fun Fact: My husband and I did not do a first look. If I were to go back and do it again I would have gone with a first look!
When my son was born in 2013, my dad gave me my first camera, an entry level Nikon DSRL. While I have upgraded to a more professional model since then, I still shoot on Nikon cameras to this day.
I began with family photography and slowly started to incorporate weddings. First, by assisting, then second shooting. Next was lead shooting for other photographers before launching my own wedding photography business in 2016.
Meet Lauren
People often describe my photography style as candid and I while can see why, I have to let you in on a little secret. I love that candid look, and it has become my signature style, but the truth is that each shot is highly crafted and directed to merely look candid. Couples are often comforted to find out that I actually pose them quite a bit. During portrait time, I act like a director, crafting the perfect shot that is unique to your relationship and wedding. My posing is inspired by experience, the environment and YOU, my beautiful couples. The best part of this process is that can be replicated to produce photos that are similarly candid, yet unique to each couple, over and over again.
WHAT PEOPLE ARE SAYING
Keri is an angel and an extremely talented photographer. Not only are her photography skills incredible, but she has such a talent for working with brides and their families.
She did an impressive job of keeping everyone happy. She managed to get all the beautiful photos we asked for in a swift and efficient way so that we didn’t miss any important parts of our wedding, which made my husband very happy! Overall, I am so fortunate to have had Keri be there for me on my wedding day because she felt more like a friend than a vendor.
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I'm a mom of 2- Lucas (9) & Riley (7)
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My husband and I met on spring break in college when we were 22.
I've run 5 marathons including NYC & Boston
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When I was 14, I won a z100 contest to appear on my favorite tv show.
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South Carolina is our happy place
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I’ve had many careers before launching my wedding photography business in 2016. Right out of college I worked in fashion in NYC for the production department of JCrew . I was also the editor of a popular wedding blog, The East Coast Bride. I was even a teacher for 10 years.
I believe these past experiences influence the photos I take, the brand I portray and ultimately the way I see the world in a unique way. My love of fashion gives my photos an editorial flair. My editing experience helps me curate your photos in a way that tells a cohesive and meaningful story. The many years of teaching experience I have allow me to effortlessly guide you into poses, wrangle rowdy bridal parties and prepare for your wedding as only a teacher can, creating detailed wedding day timelines and shot lists. And as a mom of both a boy and a girl, you better believe I shoot those parent dances like no one else!
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