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Hi, I'm Lauren.

Photographer and Storyteller

I'm a Winston-Salem family and brand photographer, specializing in telling the stories of my clients.

I serve families who wish to turn their unique stories into timeless art and personal brands looking to connect with their clients and grow their business.

Learn More About Me

“Don’t shoot what it looks like. Shoot what it feels like.”



The Story of

Your Family


Is Best told at Home


Rocking your newborn in the glider.

Saturday morning pancake breakfasts.

Rainy day Lego marathons.

Tickle fights and hide-and-seek.


Capturing these moments will allow you to remember what it felt like when you were building your family.


In the chaos.

In the busyness.

In the mundane. 


There is joy.

There is love.

This is your legacy.

Sunlit family moment on wooden floor with soft natural lighting streaming through windows.
Intimate family portrait on plush carpet beside bright window with natural lighting.

Two makeup artists sharing makeup brushes and tools while smiling and dressed in black.

You are the face

of your brand


Be confident in sharking your story


You are an entrepreneur.

What started as a dream inside your head has turned into

a business that you are thrilled to share with the world.


Let's curate a unique brand session that showcases

who you are and why you do what you do.


 Show the heart of your brand.

Connect with your ideal clients.

Watch your business grow.


Close-up shot of a family bonding moment with infant in pink and toddler in blue.

Testimonials

The Patterson Family

“Lauren was great and made us feel at ease with our two little ones. Having two of her own, she is well experienced photographing kids and our toddler immediately took to her, which made for great natural photos. Lauren was helpful every step of the way, from the guides helping us determine what to wear and be photo ready, to preparing the house for the session, she had everything covered. We can't wait for more family photos with Elle May photography in the future!”

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Family & Brand Photography
A tender moment of breastfeeding as a baby in white clothing nurses while being cradled.

I am truly grateful and honored to capture the heart of families, mothers, children, and personal brands through the lens of my camera.

Reading time on a comfortable white couch with coffee and soft natural lighting.

I believe that every Photo should Tell a Story that displays the heart of the person it.

Intimate family moment on a beige couch in sun-filled living room.
Child sleeping peacefully on dark green leather sofa in natural light.