THANK YOU
FOR SHARING
YOUR STORY
WITH ME:
Thank you for being here. Thank you for seeking me out and taking an interest in the work that I do. I was raised with a deep love for story, and for the art of storytelling. My first priority whenever I have a camera in my hand is “how do I tell this story as truthfully and beautifully as possible”. Story drives every aspect of my business, and I can’t wait to help you tell yours.
TESTIMONIAL
“We were very fortunate to have Lauren as the photographer for our wedding. She was so easy to work with, and added so much fun to our special day! The photos turned out better than we ever could have dreamed, and lets us relive the best day of our lives time and time again. Lauren captured every special, intimate moment that we had together without any feeling of intrusion; it just felt natural having her take our photos, and having her there is something we are eternally grateful for.
Marlou and I had such a wonderful time getting to know Lauren, and we are so very grateful to have found her. Our wedding photos are now the best photos we have of ourselves, capturing every laugh, every tear, and all the smiles from an amazing day.”
J & M
— FREQUENTLY ASKED —QUESTIONS
WHAT MAKES YOU DIFFERENT
FROM ALL THE OTHER PHOTOGRAPHERS?
To me, it comes down to “letting go”. This is your day, your relationship. It is not my job to impose myself on you, or make demands that you’re not comfortable with in order to achieve magazine feature worthy photos. It is my job to offer my skills and creativity and blend it together with who you are. It is my job to foster an environment in which you feel free to be yourselves, and deliver you with images that you look at and say “yes - that’s who we are”. I can’t wait to photograph your completely unique love.
WHAT IS YOUR SHOOTING STYLE?
I care about your story. How you got where you are today. My shooting style is organic and documentary, with a focus on connection, composition, and those often forgotten in-between moments. I want your images to perfectly reflect your memories of your day.
WHAT IS YOUR EDITING STYLE?
I am in love with truthful emotion. A quick look through my portfolio will show a preference for warm and moody portraits, while staying true to natural tones in order to create images that will last through the ages. While I work to stay current, my hope is that in five or ten (or fifty) years you will still be proud to show off your wedding album, without worrying that the style has expired or that you will feel that they have become “dated”. I want these images to reflect the warmth you feel when you think of your story, and to elicit genuine emotion from you when you look back on them.
HOW MANY PHOTOGRAPHS DO WE RECEIVE?
This varies, and depends on the coverage you chose. For weddings you can expect between 700-1300, for couples and engagements you can expect 100-150.
WILL WE GET SNEAK PEEKS?
Absolutely! I always try to send sneak peeks within 2-3 days of your wedding, depending on travel.
CAN WE SEE A FULL WEDDING GALLERY?
Of course! Send me a message and I’d be happy to send you a complete gallery to scroll through, to get a good idea of what you can expect.
DO YOU TRAVEL?
Not only do I travel, I LOVE to travel. Click here for a list of bucket list travel destinations which include special discounts!
CAN WE BRING PETS TO OUR SESSIONS
Yes! I’m a big time dog lover, and your pets can be a part of any photos you choose.
Should we do a first look?
I’m a big fan of first looks. They give the couple an opportunity to see each other often for the first time on their wedding day. They get to hug, talk, take it all in, without the added pressure of all the guests watching. Often my couples will follow a first look with bridal party photos or even family photos. This gets them out of the way before the ceremony and allows the couple to relax once the ceremony is done and be present with their guests.
In my experience, first looks are often one of the most intimate, emotional, and memorable moments from the day. I like to find a place that’s secluded and quiet, but open enough that the couple can really take each other in and love on each other. Finally, you’ll end up receiving more portraits of the two of you!
We’re not models. Will you direct us?
Of course! That’s the job. Most of my clients are real people, and real couples, with generally little to no modelling experience. Just be yourselves and let me take care of the rest! To help you relax, feel free to bring cozy blankets, champagne or craft beer, hot drinks, or whatever else will help get you out of your heads. Remember, these photos and this photoshoot is all for you. We’re celebrating you today!
Should we do an engagement shoot?
Engagement sessions are important to me for a number of reasons. I believe that good photography requires a very specific kind of vulnerability. In order to look at these images and see yourselves, there needs to be active trust between us. You need to trust my directing style and my ability to pull your honest personalities out of you. I need to understand who you are, both as individuals, and together. How you relate to each other and how I can create the best experiences and images for you. While I’m confident that this will still happen without the engagement session, I believe that doing one inevitably takes the pressure off of everyone involved.
For many people this is their first time working with a photographer, and that can be a nerve wracking experience. Engagement sessions create opportunities to play and try new things, and often result in images that feel natural and real, without the pressure of the busyness of a wedding day distracting you. I want my engagement sessions to feel like an intimate date. I’ll ask you to share with each other and be vulnerable to each other and to see each other in new ways.
The most common response I hear from clients post- engagement session is that they were dreading having to get their photo taken, but ended up loving the experience of being encouraged to love on their fiancé, and they come away with not just photos, but memories that they will cherish.
WHAT SHOULD WE KEEP IN MIND WHEN PLANNING OUR WEDDING?
— Remember that this day is for you. Be true to who you are and value authenticity over individuality.
— Light. Light. Light. If you can, schedule your ceremony or photos for about an hour before sunset. Head to your location and scout out your venue when you expect it to take place and make sure the sun is behind you, to avoid looking into the sun for your entire ceremony.
— Less is more. Keep your backgrounds simple. A line of trees behind you may seem like it will make a great backdrop, but they can make for busy, distorting photos. Natural light above busy backgrounds!
— Along that same note, be conscious of keeping your getting ready rooms somewhat tidy, and always try to have your hair and makeup done by or near a window, rather than in a dark corner.
HOW FAR IN ADVANCE SHOULD WE BOOK?
I book weddings at least 12 months in advance. Sending a general inquiry does not automatically reserve your date, so make sure to book as soon as you can in order to get your ideal date!
how do we book you?
All I need to book is a signed contract and a 40% retainer.
WHEN CAN WE EXPECT OUR PHOTOS?
My timeline for couples and engagements is 1 week, and for weddings and elopements it varies from 3-4 weeks, and 6-8 weeks (during busy season). I personally edit each photo you receive.
— SAMPLE —
WEDDING DAY TIMELINES
Creating a timeline on your wedding day can be tricky. And booking a photographer 6 - 12 months in advance before you have your timeline settled can feel overwhelming. Here are a few sample timelines to give you an idea of how much time each portion of the day takes based on my most popular 8 hour wedding package. Keep in mind that hours can always be added on if you need a little extra time.
TESTIMONIALS
“WOW! These are incredible!! I seriously can’t stop smiling! Thank you so so much for all your time and hard work on these! They are amazing, and more than I could have even hoped for. It was an honour having you shoot our wedding day!”
“Oh dear Lauren,
These pictures are just so wonderful. I don’t know how to express how happy I am to have these memories. It was a perfect day and I find the pictures to be so honest that looking at them feels like “reliving” that day.
Thank you so much. ”
WEDDING
— COLLECTIONS
How do you want your wedding to feel? It might feel shocking to hear that your wedding is not required to conform to any set of rules. Let me help you plan a day that allows you to breathe, enjoy, connect with your loved ones so it can truly be the happiest day of your life. I encourage you to think of your photos as a way to capture how you felt, the moments of deep joy, and the beginning of a lifetime of love. Let your photos remind you of why you chose this person to be your home.
01.
6 hrs coverage / Minimal
$3150
— 600 Images
— Custom Online Gallery
— High Res Image Files
— Web Ready Image Files
— Printing Rights
— Personal Online Store
+ 50% off Engagement Session
02.
8 hrs coverage /
*Most Popular
$3950
— Unlimited Images
— Custom Online Gallery
— High Res Image Files
— Web Ready Image Files
— Printing Rights
— Personal Online Store
+ Engagement Session
03.
10 hrs coverage /
worry-free
$4350
— Unlimited Images
— Custom Online Gallery
— High Res Image Files
— Web Ready Image Files
— Printing Rights
— Personal Online Store
+ Engagement Session
+ Highlight Slideshow
+ Travel Included Within Alberta
+ Accommodation Included Within Alberta
04.
Unlimited hrs /
Full Day
$4850
— Unlimited Images
— Custom Online Gallery
— High Res Image Files
— Web Ready Image Files
— Printing Rights
— Personal Online Store
+ Engagement Session
+ 2nd Photographer
+ Highlight Slideshow
+ Travel Included Within Alberta
+ Accommodation Included Within Alberta
Add Ons /
Choose Your Own Coverage
— Additional Hours | $425 / hr
— Second Photographer | $700
— Engagement Session | $500
— Rehearsal Dinner Coverage | $425 / hr
* No two weddings are the same. If you have a special request, or would like to discuss creating a custom package that fits your specific needs, please reach out!
* Travel for both engagement session and the wedding is included within 100km of Calgary or Rosebud. Travel beyond 100km is charged at $0.50 per km.
* Travel for the wedding day is included within Alberta for packages 03 and 04.
* Accommodation is included within Alberta for package 03 and 04.
“She fit in like a part of the family for the whole day, and make us look and feel amazing. My husband said that one of his favourite parts of the entire day was getting to be just the two of us while having our photos taken by Lauren.”
TESTIMONIALS
“We are so grateful you agreed to be our photographer. You made us feel so safe, comfortable, and beautiful - it was such a special day.
We’re so glad you were a part of it.”
ELOPEMENTS + MICRO-WEDDINGS —
01.
4 hrs coverage | MONDAY- friday
$1850
— Custom Online Gallery
— High Res Image Files
— Web Ready Image Fiels
— Printing Rights
— Personal Online Store
02.
4 hrs coverage | saturday - Sunday
$2250
— Custom Online Gallery
— High Res Image Files
— Web Ready Image Fiels
— Printing Rights
— Personal Online Store
Add Ons / Choose Your Own Coverage
— Additional Hours | $375 / hr
— Second Photographer | $500
— Engagement Session | $450
— Rehearsal Dinner Coverage | $375 / hr
What qualifies as an elopement:
Elopements typically take place during the week (Monday-Friday). The event doesn’t include certain wedding traditions, like a reception. Elopements have a limited guest list (generally 10-20 max guests).
* If you’re unsure if your marriage celebration can be classified as an elopement, please reach out!
* travel and accommodations are not included
— PREFERRED VENDORS —
Sourcing vendors you can trust can be daunting. Here are a few of my favourites in the Calgary area! I’m regularly updating this list as I find new vendors I love.
— Planners —
Evelyn Clark Weddings | @evelynclarkweddings
Lynn Fletcher Weddings | @lynnfletcherweddings
— Makeup —
Blush & Coco | @blushandcoco
Shimmer and Glow | @shimmerandglowmakeup
— HaiR —
Blush & Coco | @blushandcoco
Amplified Artistry | @amplifiedartistry
— Florists —
Monalysa Floral | @monalysa.floral
Blue Eggs and Blooms |@blueeggsandblooms
Flower Artistry | @flowerartistry
— Venues —
Pinebrook Golf and Country Club | @pinebrookgolf
Flores & Pine | @floresandpine
Park by Sidewalk Citizen | @parkbysidewalk
Simmons Building Rooftop Bar
LET’S DOCUMENT A PIECE OF YOUR HISTORY
Let me be a support to you as you navigate family dynamics and forgotten details.
Let me be an encourager to you as you battle nerves and stress.
Let me remind you to stop and take in the little moments of the day that you may be missing in the busy-ness.
Let me direct you and your partner into warm embraces that allow you to breathe deeply and remember why you’re here.
It is my job to serve you, however I can. To fit seamlessly in with your family and friends so that when you get your images you see friendship and love and joy.
- Lauren
