NEW BACKDROP FOR SUMMER!

On Film, With Love

A limited edition fine art portrait experience on film

Summer Sorbet backdrop

The Why

Connection. Legacy. Real moments. This limited edition event was born from the belief that we should start the season with meaning, intentionality, and togetherness. It's a time to slow down, to highlight connection and love, and to celebrate and honor all your family means.

The goal is for this to be a time where everyone is free to be themselves, show their love as loudly or as tenderly as they want, and to walk away understanding that the best photos come from simply being together.

Now ... why film? For me, film is where my work and creativity shine! It's the beating heart of sincere family imagery. This means better images for you. Also, the colors just can't be beat.

Why Film?

Film is not just how I shoot — it’s why this experience feels different. Film is the beating heart of sincere family imagery. It holds light and emotion in a softer, more honest way. Each image I create is made with intention, so nothing is ever rushed or excessive. There's no instant preview — just trust, presence, and anticipation. The photos we'll create feel more like memories than snapshots.

Film not only changed the way I photograph families, but also the way my families experience being photographed; it feels like taking a deep, relaxing breath together. With digital, we can take hundreds of photos in minutes. With film, every frame matters — and that changes everything.

Also, the colors ... they just can't be beat.

For families who...

Value connection over perfection
Love the look, honesty, nostalgia, and intentionality of 35mm film
Believe that the best photos come from simply being together
Want photos that feel like them — honest, simple, full of love
Cherish the in-between moments — a glance, a laugh, a quiet touch
Want to celebrate the joy & nostalgia this season invites

Booking includes:

40-minute session focused on meaningful moments of connection and love
Your choice of my classic canvas backdrop or Summer Sorbet — butter yellow, vintage pink, and dusty blue come together to form one dreamy, billowy background
30-40 professional film scans to view in an online proofing gallery
Your images created using the finest portrait film stock — forgiving, soft, and captures skin tones beautifully
Outfit & Prep guide
Pre-session questionnaire, so that you can have a custom, accommodating experience (a.k.a. you'll FEEL SEEN!)

$295 to book. Total investment depends on print art and/or digitals you purchase post-session.

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Still deciding? Hear from past OFWL families:

Brett M., Charlottesville, Virginia

"Laura captured our current family dynamic so accurately, and the time we spent with her was so sweet. She is never rushed or stressed, and that energy ensures that we aren’t either. She even put on a relaxing playlist to set the tone for our time together. Her questionnaire beforehand covered everything that I might have felt anxious to let her know about in the moment. She thinks of everything! The session feels organic, honest and relaxed. The photos are so good and pure, my only struggle has been not having enough wall space for the prints! If you want to capture your family in a way that is earnest, open-hearted and stunning, please choose Laura. You’ll be SO glad you did."

Special Offering: The Summer Memory Experience