I'm so excited to hear all about you! But in the meantime, allow me to break the ice

Hey you! 

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My Name is laura 

I am a photojournalistic, earth-tone loving, sucker for vow witnessing wedding photographer; based out of Phoenix, Arizona but available for worldwide travel.

I am a lover of exploring and sunsets. Like most people in Arizona, I am a transplant…… from New Jersey. But I was born in Medellin, Colombia. I speak 3 languages - English, Spanish and good ol’ sarcasm.

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WHERE LOVE MEETS ART

I exist to love deeply and express that love through photos

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Before photography became my full-time passion, I spent seven years working in nonprofit organizations, holding roles as a Child Advocate, Social Worker, and Agency Trainer in immigration and child protective services. It was in these spaces that I discovered my love for human connection—listening to stories, witnessing raw emotion, and embracing the beauty of unscripted moments.

I first picked up a camera in 2012, and photography quickly became my creative escape—something I always found my way back to. My first real dive into the wedding industry came while working with an event company in Brooklyn, NY, in 2014 where I photographed over 30 weddings. But at that time, I chose to pursue my bachelor’s degree, putting photography on pause.

Once I graduated, life happened. The pandemic hit, and I had a moment of clarity—life is too short not to do what truly sets your soul on fire. After years of shooting on and off, I finally took the leap in 2023 to pursue my dream full-time.

For the longest time, I questioned whether wedding photography was "serious enough" to build a career around. But once I fully committed, I knew—I was exactly where I was meant to be. There’s nothing more meaningful than preserving love stories, and I pour my whole heart into every frame.

I believe I was put on this earth to love, to be loved, and to photograph love.

My Favorite things

A couple sitting in a vintage pink convertible, with the man holding a bouquet of red flowers and the woman wearing a white dress. They appear to be celebrating, possibly newlyweds, in an outdoor setting at night.

My Husband

A woman wearing a colorful dress is standing on a grassy area, touching the trunk of a large elephant. The background features trees and huts with thatched roofs, suggesting a natural or rural setting.
A person with curly hair sits on a white bench surrounded by three pit bull dogs. Two of the dogs are wearing sweaters. The scene is decorated with Christmas elements, including a wreath and Christmas trees.

Traveling

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My kids

Person partially submerged in water at sunset with mountains in the background.

Food

Person in brown dress and green boots standing in a desert landscape with cactus and hills in the background, holding a camera.

Sunsets

Fun fashion pieces

Feel it now, relive it always

With 12 years behind the lens, I’ve never left a session thinking, “That felt awkward.”

My goal is to make you feel comfortable, break the ice, and let you truly enjoy the moment. I’ll guide you into natural movements that feel effortless—no stiff poses, no forced laughs, just genuine, heartfelt moments captured as they unfold.

Couple holding hands, woman in teal dress and white shoes, man in white shirt and black pants, outdoor setting.
Person sitting cross-legged, holding a laptop with 'GOAT' sticker, wearing white boots and black pants, with curly hair, smiling.

What’s next?

Let’s set up a video call! I’m super excited to meet you and hear all about your upcoming plans. During the call we will go over the when and where.

I am a planner kind of gal - so let me help you-help me -help you by discussing timelines and suggestions to make your day seamless.

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@RAWBYLAURA