Western Wedding Photographer based in North Central Kansas
Manhattan Kansas Wedding Photographer
Authentically capturing the moments that matter most – from the quiet, in-between glances to the wild dance floor celebrations. Based in Manhattan, Kansas, but you better believe my team and I will pack our bags to meet you wherever your love story takes us!
I'm Lauren!
First off: I am so happy you are here :)
Photography has always been more than just pictures to me – it’s about telling your story, capturing the real, unscripted moments, and preserving the kind of memories you’ll hold onto forever. My team and I are here to serve you with heart and hustle, making sure every laugh, happy tear, and quiet in-between glance is caught just as it happened. We believe your love story is one-of-a-kind, and it’s an honor to document it. So, let’s create something that feels like you – timeless, genuine, and a little bit magic.

Weddings and Elopements
Your big day—it’s finally here! Ready to dive in and make it exactly what you’ve dreamed of, without worrying about what everyone else is doing? I know you are—that’s why we’re a perfect fit! I limit my calendar to around 15 weddings a year, so every couple gets my full heart and attention. Whether you’re planning an intimate celebration or inviting the whole crew, I’d love to capture every moment, wherever your love takes us.
Wedding Photography Packages start at $3,500 for intimate weddings, with full-size weddings averaging between $3,500-5,000. Let’s see if your date’s open!
Angel & Josh
Manhattan, ks - SUMMER 2024
Kind words & Testomonials

"After my fiance and I got engaged, we immediately felt a boulder of wedding to-do’s fall on our shoulders. We sat down and noted our priorities and finding a photographer was on the top of our list. We started the journey of looking for a photographer and became incredibly overwhelmed when searching for a quality and quantity shoot all while being affordable and timely. Many of the photographers in our area were over budget and I didn’t feel as if we were getting enough product for the price!
I started asking for recommendations and I was given Lauren’s name. When I looked at her website, I was immediately impressed. I messaged her for inquiries about prices and her availability and was over the moon about her response. There was no other photographer in our area that was more flexible than Lauren! She accommodated my fiance and I’s busy schedules and got us in that week.
My fiance has never been the type of person to voluntarily get in front of a camera - so I knew he was feeling a little hesitant, but Lauren could not have been more warm and inviting. While on the way to the location, my fiance and I were looking at pinterest for poses and how to take photos - simply because we had no idea what we were going to do for an hour in front of a camera. It was such a relief when she reassured us of things to do during our session. Instead of poses, she asked us to complete prompts - which created a fun relaxed environment. None of the prompts felt forced and as a result, all of our pictures had genuine expressions.
I can’t say enough good things about Lauren and her passion for capturing genuine smiles. She was honestly just a fun person to be around and was constantly uplifting us. It was truly so much fun having her capture our love!"
-Makenzie and Carson
Summer 2024 Wedding

Portraits and Couples
Calling all lovebirds, celebrating couples, expectant mamas, singles, and even you empty nesters! Whoever you are, I’m here to help you capture this chapter in your life. And no, you don’t have to book me for a wedding to schedule a photoshoot. Honestly, there’s something so special about creating magic with just one or two people in the beautiful spaces around us. You don’t have to stay local, but I will say Kansas has some of the most gorgeous spots to explore! Let’s capture your story in all its fun, romantic, and beautiful moments.
Portrait & Couples Photography starting at $375.
Channing & Ryan
Nortonville, ks - SUMMER 2024
