A little about me- your New favorite photographer!

(and why we’ll be a great fit!)

I’m Laini.

(Pronounced “Lay-Nee”) My passion for the art of photography has been a lifelong journey. Self-taught and deeply dedicated, I've poured years of practice, concentration, and affection into honing my craft.

I fell in love with photography as a kid, spending hours outside, slowing down, and capturing the quiet beauty around me. There was magic in freezing fleeting moments, and that slow, intentional joy stayed with me. Years later, becoming a mom showed me a whole new kind of beauty: the messy, wild, heart-bursting kind. Now I live for the chaos… dogs running, toddlers giggling, hair out of place, and love everywhere.

Being able to stop time and turn those perfectly imperfect moments into lifelong memories? That’s where my heart is.

I love getting to show people the world through my eyes. Being able to share the joy of a beautiful photo is so exciting; it’s happy dances while taking the photo & running over to show you the back of my camera. Seeing the spark in your eyes as you recognize your beauty, love, and our vision coming to life is my favorite.

I don’t believe in stiff, overly-posed photos where everyone is forcing a smile. My sessions are about capturing the real moments—the belly laughs, the cuddles, the windblown hair, and the way your toddler clings to you when they get a little shy. Those are the memories that matter.

My job isn’t just to take photos. It’s to freeze time for you—to give you something real to hold onto when the days feel long, but the years fly by too fast.

So whether your kids are total wild cards, your partner claims they’re awkward in photos, or you just want to celebrate the love in your life, I’m here to make it easy, fun, and completely you. Because the best photos aren’t just seen, they’re felt.