Real Moments. Wild Love.


Grand Rapids Wedding Photographer


you want to remember how it felt.

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The moments you'll remember aren't always the ones you planned.


The quiet hugs.

The squeeze of your partner's hand.

The tears during your vows.

The laughter that makes your face hurt.

The butterflies as you finally marry your best friend.


Your wedding deserves to be experienced.


It's one of the few days in your life where everyone you love is together.


Laugh louder. Cry harder. Dance longer.

Hold your people a little tighter.

Be fully present.

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Your photographer.

The one who’s got you.


Dogs deserve wedding invitations

Music and books are my love language

Breakfast is a food group

My lavender obsession is becoming everyone's problem


Be wildly in love.

I'll take care of the rest.




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Wherever Your Story Leads

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WEDDINGS

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ENGAGEMENT

 

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BOUDOIR

"What Lauren delivered wasn’t just photos - it was an emotional, breathtaking time capsule of our engagement and wedding day."



- Aaron & Emma, The Rutledge, Grand Rapids, Michigan


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Go make memories, I'll handle the rest!

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