You deserve a wedding photographer that walks alongside you with thoughtful guidance, calming support, and a plan that allows you to actually enjoy your day- not just manage it.
As an E&L bride, from the minute you sign your contract, you will receive a personalized Bridal Experience, guidance in planning, vendor recomendations, and a seamless day-of-coordination.
You can have peace of mind knowing that you can be fully present on your wedding day and that everything will go smoothly.
My approach is rooted in connection—creating space for real moments, gentle guidance, and images that feel effortless, elevated, and true to you.
Serving Chicagoland, Northwest Indiana, and destinations worldwide
story-driven Wedding & Portrait Photographer
I’m Lauren — a wedding photographer documenting weddings with intention, calmness, and an organized approach.
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Timeless, light-filled Photography
for couples & Families who want to feel fully present
Choosing Lauren was the best decision we made. Her images are natural, beautiful, and tell our story so effortlessly. From our engagement session through the wedding day, she guided us with calm confidence, offering thoughtful advice far beyond photography. She was both discreet and ever-present, capturing every meaningful moment while making us feel completely supported. Even when rain threatened our day, Lauren’s creativity and reassurance resulted in photos we are absolutely in awe of. Receiving sneak peeks the night of our wedding was magical, and reliving the day through her images has been such a gift. We are endlessly grateful and couldn’t recommend E&L Photography more highly.
-Katie & Owen
From the planning stages to the big day itself, you went above and beyond to ensure everything ran smoothly. We truly appreciate the care and effort you put into your work. You were the best Chicago Wedding Photographer. Our photos are STUNNING! We cant wait to share these with our children some day.
-Morgan & Ryan
Lauren is hands down the best wedding photographer you can book! She was extremely helpful during the planning process always checking in to see if I needed anything or any recommendations. She is definitely the cheerleader you need during all the stressful planning. The day of my wedding Lauren was by my side the entire day getting all the shots I wanted and making sure I was okay and didn’t need anything. She made sure we were comfortable and had absolutely anything we needed the whole day. She was hands down the best photographer I could book for my wedding day.
-Colleen & Daniel
The one thing I wanted for my wedding photos was to remember the day as if it was yesterday and let me tell you, Lauren delivered plus more. She captured everything that I wanted! The communication is excellent! She goes above and beyond for her clients. If you need ANYTHING and I mean ANYTHING (even a makeup artist) she will do her best to try and help you. Lauren is like a mini wedding coordinator on top of being an amazing photographer.
-Ali & Chris
From start to finish, Lauren made our experience with E&L Photography so incredible! Lauren was quick to respond from our initial inquiry for a wedding photographer. With the wedding package we chose, an engagement session was included! Having this engagement session and getting to meet and work with Lauren before our wedding day helped me put any anxiety regarding photography aside. We got to understand Lauren’s process and even practice a few poses to get comfortable in front of the camera prior to our wedding day!
-Emily & Chris
Words from Our Couples
elevated
A calm, intentional photography experience designed to help you feel present, confident, and fully supported—from your first inquiry to your final gallery. With thoughtful guidance, timeline expertise, and a natural approach to posing, I provide elevated images that reflects how your day truly felt.
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